Here’s the new job offer at Kintampo Health Research Centre (KHRC). The firm is seeking to hire a Project Archivist.
Company Profile
Kintampo Health Research Centre (KHRC) is a well-established, African-based, research centre and one of three field research centres of the Research and Development Division of the Ghana Health Service. The work of KHRC has influences on health policy and practice throughout Ghana, Africa and the rest of the world. KHRC also offers research and training services nationally and internationally and its staffs are multidisciplinary. KHRC is located in the middle belt of Ghana.
Job Description
Qualified applicants are invited to apply to work as a project Archivist at Kintampo Health Research Centre, Kintampo North Municipality, Bono-East Region.
- Type of Appointment: Full Time Contract.
- Duration: One (1) year (renewable)
Brief Job Description
He or she will be responsible for managing, preserving, and facilitating access to our study related and other documents.
Key Responsibilities
- Collection Management: Organize, catalog, and maintain archival collections, including project and other documents.
- Preservation: Implement preservation strategies to protect materials from deterioration and damage, including environmental control and conservation techniques.
- Digital Archiving: Digitize physical records and manage digital assets, ensuring proper metadata is assigned for easy retrieval.
- Staff Assistance: Assist staff in locating and accessing materials and guidance on archival resources.
- Policy Enforcement: Establish and enforce policies for the acquisition, retention, and disposal of records; ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaboration: Work with other departments, and stakeholders to enhance archival access and promote the use of collections.
Required Skills or Experience
Qualifications
First Degree or HND in the following areas;
- Information studies
- Archival studies
- Library science of related field
- Records Management
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience.
- First degree/HND degree in Library Science, Archival Studies, or related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of archival practices and standards
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in archival software and digital asset management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a team.
- Attention to detail.
- May require lifting and moving boxes or equipment
- Very good in ICT
How To Apply for The Job
Applicants should send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and cover letter and relevant certificates in ONLY one attachment (MSWord document or pdf) confirming his/her suitability for the job from 9th September, 2025 to 19th September, 2025. The link for the application is https://kintampo-hrc.org/khrc_employment/ only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails and mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as two (2) professional referees including their functional e-mail addresses and telephone numbers.
