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UN jobs in Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Accra, Ghana, Ghana. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 5
- Organisations
- 3
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
Radiographer _ On Call_ Kumasi
International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking an On-Call Radiographer based in Kumasi to support its Health Assessment Programme for refugees and immigrants. Reporting to the Chief Migration Health Officer, the primary responsibility is to perform high-quality chest X-ray screenings in accordance with IOM and international radiographic standards. The role involves operating CR/DR digital imaging equipment, ensuring strict adherence to radiation protection protocols, and managing patient identification and data entry. The incumbent acts as a quality assurance focal person, maintaining equipment performance, optimizing workflow, and coordinating with radiologists and teleradiology centers for image interpretation. Key duties include preparing daily worklists, generating statistical reports, and ensuring infection control measures are followed. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology, a valid professional license, and at least three years of experience in radiography, specifically with chest X-rays. Strong technical knowledge of digital radiography machines, radiology information systems, and PACS is essential. The role requires excellent communication skills in English, with French being desirable. This position demands precision, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume screening environment.
Closes 7/26/2026Radiographer _ On Call_ Accra
International Organization for Migration · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking an On-Call Radiographer based in Accra to support its Health Assessment Programme for refugees and immigrants. Reporting to the Chief Migration Health Officer, the primary responsibility is to process high-quality chest X-ray images in accordance with IOM and international radiographic standards. The role involves operating CR/DR machines, ensuring correct patient identification and biodata entry, and applying strict radiation protection protocols, including shielding for pregnant women. The incumbent acts as a quality assurance focal person, maintaining equipment performance, optimizing workflow, and managing the digital image processing pipeline. Key duties include preparing daily worklists, uploading images to the e-Medical website, and coordinating with radiologists and teleradiology centers for image interpretation. The candidate must ensure infection control, maintain accurate records, and contribute to the safety of applicants and staff. This position requires a blend of technical radiographic expertise, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to interact with diverse applicants and medical teams. The role is critical for ensuring timely and accurate delivery of chest X-ray reports to panel physicians and resettlement countries. Internal and external candidates are considered, with specific definitions provided for internal staff eligibility. The position demands adherence to IOM's core values of inclusion, integrity, professionalism, courage, and empathy.
Closes 7/26/2026Programme Management Officer, Noc
Climate Change Adaptation Section · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
The Programme Management Officer supports the Climate Change Adaptation Unit in Ghana, focusing on project management, technical advisory support, and adaptation policy coordination. Key responsibilities include providing technical guidance for project objectives, analyzing country-specific development plans and socioeconomic data, and monitoring project progress through work-plans and reports. The role involves assisting in resource programming, budget estimates, and expenditure forecasts. The incumbent acts as a focal point for partners, stakeholders, and donors, organizing consultative meetings and preparing technical reports, policy briefs, and communication materials. Data analytics skills are utilized to identify trends and support decision-making. The candidate must possess strong knowledge of climate change adaptation, ecosystem resilience, and sustainable development, particularly within the Ghanaian context. The role requires effective communication, planning, and teamwork competencies, with a focus on professionalism and gender mainstreaming. The position is located in Accra, Ghana, under the supervision of the Head of the CCAU.
Closes 7/26/2026Programme Management Office (PRMO) - Senior Officer
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
The Programme Management Office (PMO) - Senior Officer supports the Head of PMO and Senior Management in exercising governance over the Multi-Country Office (MCO) portfolio in West Africa. The role ensures effective project delivery, strategic planning, and adherence to UNOPS standards. Key responsibilities include facilitating project management best practices, monitoring portfolio health through KPIs and dashboards, managing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring quality assurance. The officer provides advisory support to project teams, tracks progress against plans, and identifies risks. The role also involves knowledge management, capacity building, and promoting continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a degree in Project Management and relevant professional experience, with strong skills in project control, planning, and stakeholder management. The position requires fluency in English and the ability to work in a multicultural environment. This role contributes to sustainable development and infrastructure projects across the region.
Closes 8/2/2026Driver
United Nations Office for Project Services · 🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), acting on behalf of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), is seeking a Driver for a two-month contract in Accra. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the safe and reliable transportation of authorized personnel, including the handling of cargo or hazardous goods where applicable. The incumbent is responsible for vehicle maintenance, including routine checks and minor repairs, as well as administrative support such as mail delivery, airport assistance, and facility management. The role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and relevant experience in safe and defensive driving. This is an entry-level position under the LICA (Local Individual Contract Agreement) framework, offering a short-term engagement with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability.
Closes 8/2/2026
Top organisations
- International Organization for Migration2
- United Nations Office for Project Services2
- Climate Change Adaptation Section1
Top countries
- Ghana5
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