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24 Oct, 2024

INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT - APPOINTMENT OF PRO VICE-CHANCELLOR

Applications are hereby invited from experienced, results-oriented and highly motivated academic staff of the University of Cape Coast for the position of Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University which will become vacant on 1st January, 2025.

 

Key Responsibilities

The Pro Vice-Chancellor is deputy to the Vice-Chancellor and assists the Vice-Chancellor in providing leadership for organizing and conducting the academic, financial and administrative business of the University as well as promoting efficiency and good order in the University.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor performs duties of the Vice-Chancellor in the event of temporary absence of the Vice-Chancellor,

The Pro-Vice Chancellor also performs the functions and duties the University Council and Vice-Chancellor determine from time to time and chairs Committees specified in the Statutes.

 

Qualification and Experience

The applicant must

  • be a member of the academic staff of the University of Cape Coast in accordance with Section 8 (1) of the University of Cape Coast Law, 1992 (PNDC L278);
  • be an acclaimed scholar of professorial rank and an individual of stature and integrity with strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, capable of executing the responsibilities outlined above; and
  • must have at least ten (10) years working experience in the University.

 

Applicant must also provide and show evidence of the following:

  • management, entrepreneurial, fundraising and prudent financial administration skills;
  • experience at the senior management level (Head of Department and above) in the University;
  • capacity to foster and promote good internal and external relations;
  • ability to promote learning, teaching, research, development and effectively co-ordinate academic programmes and activities in the University;
  • in-depth knowledge and understanding of contemporary higher education issues and their implications for University management; and
  • adherence to high ethical standards and professionalism.

 

Tenure of Office

The Pro Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a non-renewable term of three years. The successful candidate should therefore be able to complete the three-year term before retiring from the service of the University.

 

Mode of Application & Closing Date

  1. Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should submit applications together with updated curricula vitae, other relevant supporting documents and Vision Statements to:

The Registrar

University of Cape Coast

Cape Coast

  1. Application forms are available at the Senior Members Section, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast. The forms could also be downloaded from the University’s website: ucc.edu.gh.
  2. Applicants should request three (3) referees to submit reports on them directly to the above address
  3. Only short-listed applicants will be invited for interview.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 22nd November, 2024.

 

EBENEZER AGGREY

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UCC Directorate of Internal Audit Receives Recognition

24 Oct, 2024 By DIS

The Directorate of Internal Audit at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has been recognised with two significant awards.

The Director, Mr. Emmanuel P. Owusu, was recently honoured as the Best Internal Auditor by the Internal Audit Agency (IAA).

Also, the Directorate was adjudged the Best Internal Audit Unit in the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission’s Institutions category, further solidifying the Directorate’s reputation for excellence in audit practice.

Presenting the awards to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, Mr. Owusu said the successes had been achieved as a result of the Directorates commitment towards its mandate of ensuring prudent use of resources in the University.

He indicated that the awards would motivate staff of the Directorate to work tirelessly to sustain the gains made by elevating the internal auditing standards in the University.

On his part, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Boampong commended the directorate for its accomplishments, stating that “this reinforces the University’s latest ranking achievements”.

Prof. Boampong was optimistic that staff of the Directorate would continue to provide independent auditing services to help improve systems and processes in the University and ultimately contribute to better governance and resource management.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Dr. Christopher Yarkwah

Current Head, University of Cape Coast

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School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Receives Computers from M-Plaza

23 Oct, 2024 By DIS

The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has received advanced computer equipment from Mariset Company Limited, also known as M-Plaza. 

The items donated included five brand-new HP Prodesk desktop computers, one Computer UPS Smart system, nine Computer UPS units, and 14 Lenovo all-in-one computers.

Presenting the items, a Sales and Marketing Assistant at M-Plaza, Ms. Evalove Mensah, said the donation was to support teaching and learning in the school. 

She said the donation formed part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility to enhance education in the country. 

“We are really excited to support the School of Pharmacy to produce the best pharmacists in the world. We will continue to extend such support to the school,” she added.

The computers donated to the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Receiving the items on behalf of the School, the Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences, Prof. Martins Ekor, expressed gratitude to M-Plaza for their benevolence.

 He said the equipment would enhance operations at the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and contribute to the overall efficiency of the College.

Prof. Ekor further called on other organizations to follow M-Plaza’s example and support the growth of the College. 

"We appreciate the private-public partnerships because we know that the government alone cannot do it all. We can succeed in this endeavour with support from the corporate world," he noted.

The Dean of the School, Prof. Elvis Ofori Ameyaw, promised that the equipment wouldbe put to good use and properly maintained.

Prof. Ameyaw said the donation would significantly boost the school’s technical capacity, improving both administrative functions and academic work.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

12th Oguaa Breast Cancer Campaign Underway at UCC

23 Oct, 2024 By DIS

The Breast Society of Ghana has launched its 12th Oguaa Breast Cancer Campaign at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) as part of its annual humanitarian activities. 

The campaign, which runs from October 14 to 19, 2024, features a series of activities aimed at promoting breast cancer awareness and prevention.

 It coincides with the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to increasing awareness and encouraging women to prioritize their breast health.

In an interview with a representative from the Breast Society of Ghana during a breast cancer screening at the forecourt of the Sam Jonah Library (UCC), Dr. Akwasi Anyanful, noted that it was important for women to take advantage of such screening exercises in order to know their status. He said apart from the breast cancer screening exercise, some of the activities for the campaign included, a symposium and an awareness walk.

Dr. Akwasi Anyanful interacting with University reporter after the programme

Dr. Anyanful who is a Senior lecturer at the School of Medical Sciences indicated that the screening included “an anthropometric assessment, which measures body dimensions and other physical characteristics as part of the health evaluation". He said the medical personnel engaged for the exercise were using cutting-edge equipment to ensure accurate results. 

He expressed gratitude to the sponsors, including the West African Genetic Medicine Centre (WAGMC), Coconut Grove Beach Resort in Elmina, and the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), for their support.

Dr. Anyanful encouraged the public to join the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk to create awareness on breast cancer.

Source: Documentation and Information Section 

 

 

College of Education Studies holds retreat to review its Programmes

22 Oct, 2024 By DIS

The College of Education Studies has held a five-day retreat to review its existing Teacher Education curriculum for Senior and Vocational Schools to conform with the new Standards-Based Curriculum (SBC).

The introduction of the Standards-Based Curriculum is in response to reforms in the country's education sector which the government intends to introduce in Senior High schools in the next academic year.

Opening the retreat, the Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof Ernest Kofi Davis, said the retreat was to review the existing curriculum of the various departments in line with the new direction of teacher education and global best practices.

“The objective of the review is to ensure that programmes run by UCC respond to requirements of the reforms at the Senior High School level and also produce quality teachers who are globally competitive and entrepreneurial in their orientation,” he stressed.

Prof Ernest Kofi Davis speaking at the programme

Prof. Davis intimated that the SBC was introduced to address the challenges with the current curriculum which mainly emphasises on acquisition of knowledge and skills.

“The SBC ensures that the content of the new curriculum meets the 21st-century competencies and is also benchmarked to national and international standards,” he explained.

Touching on teacher education, Prof. Davis stated that the philosophy guiding teacher education in Ghana focused on developing teachers who possess professional skills, attitudes, values, and comprehensive understanding of content knowledge. 

Participants in the retreat

“It emphasises a spirit of inquiry, innovation, and creativity, enabling them to adapt to changing circumstances, implement inclusive strategies, and embrace lifelong learning,” he added.

He, therefore, urged the various departments to work in teams to develop an innovative curriculum that would equip educators with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the ever-evolving demands of modern education.

In his address, the Executive Chair of Teacher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa (TESSA), Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah, said the SBC was very critical in defining the future prospects of the youth. 

Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah

He urged faculty members of the College to put in their best to develop a time-testing curriculum with outcomes that would contribute to the achievement of national development priorities and global sustainable development goals.

The retreat brought together Deans of Faculty/Schools, Heads of Department and lecturers within the College of Education Studies to discuss the SBC and work in teams to produce draft curriculum for programmes in the respective disciplines.

 Source: Documentation and Information Section

UTAG-UCC Women Executives Celebrate International Day of the Girl Child

22 Oct, 2024 By DIS

The Women executives of the University of Cape Coast branch of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) have interacted with female students at the Imam Khomeini Islamic Junior High School at Amamoma to motivate them to achieve their career goals.

The occasion was on the theme: "Girls' Vision for the Future."

It was to highlight the importance of addressing issues such as gender inequality, child marriage and limited access to education and quality healthcare services.

The International Day of the Girl Child celebrates girls' power and highlights the barriers they face, as declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011.

Vice-President of UTAG-UCC, Dr. (Mrs.) Joana Eva Doodoo addressing the pupils

The Vice-President of UTAG-UCC, Dr. (Mrs) Joana Eva Doodoo, addressing the students, encouraged them to dream big and aspire for greatness. She advised them to persevere and be committed to excellence and self-improvement.

Dr. Doodoo said UTAG was more committed to ensuring that girls stayed in school and achieved their goals.

She indicated that UTAG had impacted a lot of adolescent girls positively, giving them a new lease of confidence to face life's challenges.

The Women’s Executive Officer of UTAG, Dr. Martha Osei-Marfo, on her part, stressed the need to empower the girl child to promote equal and inclusive society.

The pupils in a happy pose after receiving the exercise books donated by UTAG-UCC Women

She added that society would keep to its vision to always mentor and reach out to the less-privileged girl child, and show love to a lady in need of either physical, financial or psychological attention.

As part of the celebration, the executives presented exercise books, pens, pencils and erasers to the girls.

The girls pledged to work hard to become responsible citizens and the voice of other vulnerable groups.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

Mr. Samuel Danso Akoto

Current Representative of Alumni Association, University of Cape Coast

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