Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience |  University of Cape Coast

The Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR) Project will like to apply part of its funding allocation from the World Bank to employ the services of three (3) Research Assistants at the Centre for Coastal Management (CCM) at the University of Cape Coast. ACECoR is a multi-year (2019-2024) initiative of the World Bank being implemented in coordination with the Association of African Universities (AAU) and the National Council of Tertiary Education (NCTE). The project is intended to support technical capacity development of young African professionals to address issues of coastal degradation within the sub-region, as well as promote the sustainable utilization and management of marine and coastal assets in the partner countries through collaboration with academia, research institutions and industry, locally and will secure international partnerships.

How to apply?

Applicants must submit an application letter, letter of motivation, Certificates, and a Curriculum Vitae which should contain names of two referees to the email address: acecor@ucc.edu.gh by close of business September 20, 2019

Available positions:

1. Research Assistant (Scientific)
2. Research Assistant (Administrative)
3. Research Assistant (Laboratory Technician)

Qualifications:

Research Assistant (Scientific)

Interested applicants should be graduates with at least a good Bachelors degree in the following areas; coastal resources management, fisheries, marine sciences, environmental science, physics, chemistry, mathematics and geography. Considerable working experience would be an advantage.

Research Assistant (Administrative)

Interested applicants should be graduates with at least a good Bachelors degree in the following areas: management, administration, and human resource management. Considerable working experience would be an advantage.

Research Assistant (Laboratory Technician)

Interested applicants should be graduates with at least a good Bachelors degree in the following areas: laboratory technician, and medical technology. Considerable working experience would be an advantage.

The applicant should be:

1. Computer literate
2. A critical thinker with outstanding analytical, communication and writing skills
3. Able to work in a challenging environment
4. A team player
5. Self- motivated, problem-solver and should demonstrate initiative and leadership qualities
6. Innovative and have a passion for excellence

Other benefits include:

1. Personal development packages
2. Engagement with international partners
3. Mentoring

Short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. No phone calls, please.

All applications should be addressed to:

The Director
Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR)
University of Cape Coast Cape Coast