Senior Officer, Licensing & Regulations at Reputable State Institution

We are a state institution within Ghana’s precious mineral trade sector, mandated to oversee, regulate, and undertake the trading, assay and export of gold, promote value addition to the country’s gold resources, support the accumulation of gold reserves, and generate foreign exchange for the country.

As a dynamic and forward-looking public entity specialising in gold and other precious mineral operations, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth in line with national priorities.

If you are passionate about contributing to the transformation of Ghana’s precious mineral trading sector and are seeking a challenging yet rewarding career, we invite you to explore the following opportunities across our operational functions.

Title: Senior Officer, Licensing & Regulations

Reports To: Principal Officer, Licensing, Regulations

Job Summary: Provide administrative and operational support, including processing of license applications, conducting compliance checks, and ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards governing gold-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with processing and documentation of licensing applications, ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate.

• Guide applicants on regulatory requirements and procedures for obtaining a license.

• Verify applicant information, including ownership details, operational capacity, and compliance with regulations.

• Assist with conducting due diligence assessments to ensure applicants meet legal requirements for licensing.

• Monitor adherence to license conditions, including renewal timelines and operational compliance.

• Assist with enforcing regulations, including monitoring compliance with license terms.

• Assist in the preparation of regulatory documents and reports.

Qualification Required & Experience

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a licensing or regulatory environment.

• Understanding of regulatory processes.

• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing the gold industry.

• Familiarity with licensing procedures and compliance standards for the gold sector.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

• High integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive regulatory matters.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good communication skills.

Location: Accra