Call for Applications for Appointments at the West Africa Climate and Health Science and Policy Consortium
The West Africa Climate and Health Science and Policy Consortium (WACHeSPoC) is recruiting for multiple positions in Ghana. Explore the latest 2026 vacancies, requirements, duties, and application process before the 25 May deadline.
Introduction
The West Africa Climate and Health Science and Policy Consortium has officially opened applications for several high-impact positions aimed at strengthening climate resilience, public health systems, and policy coordination across West Africa.
The consortium, widely known as WACHeSPoC, is based at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and is seeking qualified professionals to support its regional climate and health initiatives in Ghana and Senegal.
The recruitment drive comes at a critical time as climate-related health threats continue to intensify across Africa. Rising temperatures, air pollution, disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and environmental degradation are increasingly placing pressure on fragile health systems and vulnerable communities throughout West Africa.
To respond to these growing challenges, WACHeSPoC is bringing together climate scientists, health experts, policymakers, development institutions, and research professionals to generate evidence-based solutions that can influence policy and improve livelihoods across the region.
Multiple Career Opportunities Available
The consortium is recruiting for six major positions:
- Project Manager
- Project Finance Manager
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer
- Information Technology Specialist
- Project Administrative Assistant
- Project Accounting Assistant
All appointments are initially for a two-year contract, renewable based on satisfactory performance and project needs.
The vacancies are primarily based in Kumasi, with occasional travel to project locations in Senegal and other parts of Ghana.
Climate and Health Research Becoming a Key Career Sector
The launch of the WACHeSPoC recruitment campaign reflects the rapid growth of climate-health careers across Africa. International organisations and research institutions are increasingly investing in interdisciplinary projects that combine environmental science, policy development, technology, finance, and healthcare systems.
The consortium specifically focuses on generating practical policy solutions that help governments and communities respond to climate-related health risks such as heat stress, vector-borne diseases, poor air quality, flooding, and food insecurity.
Professionals selected for these roles will contribute directly to regional resilience-building initiatives and evidence-driven policymaking.
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Project Manager Role Targets Experienced Climate and Public Health Professionals
Among the most senior positions available is the Project Manager role. The consortium is seeking applicants with at least a Master’s degree in Climate Science, Environmental Science, Public Health, Environmental Health, or Project Management.
Candidates with interdisciplinary expertise combining climate science and health policy will have an added advantage.
The Project Manager will oversee consortium coordination, stakeholder engagement, project implementation, monitoring systems, reporting, and financial oversight.
Applicants are also expected to demonstrate experience managing multi-partner and donor-funded programmes, especially within research or climate resilience environments.
Finance and Monitoring Specialists Also Needed
The Project Finance Manager role is ideal for finance professionals with strong experience in donor-funded projects, budgeting, procurement systems, grant compliance, and financial reporting.
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Development Finance, or Public Financial Management, alongside professional accounting certifications such as ACCA, CPA, ICAG, or CIMA.
Meanwhile, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer position targets professionals with expertise in results-based management, policy evaluation, data analysis, and programme monitoring systems.
The consortium is particularly interested in candidates experienced in climate change programmes, public health systems, and donor-funded research projects.
Technology Professionals Encouraged to Apply
The Information Technology Specialist role highlights the growing importance of digital systems within climate and health research.
The successful candidate will support the consortium’s cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, research databases, digital collaboration systems, and GIS-related support services.
Applicants with expertise in networks, research computing, business intelligence systems, and cloud architecture are expected to stand out during the recruitment process.
The role also involves supporting hybrid events, virtual collaboration tools, and secure data-sharing systems across multiple institutions.
Administrative and Accounting Roles Open for Skilled Support Professionals
The consortium is also recruiting for Project Administrative Assistant and Project Accounting Assistant positions.
The Administrative Assistant role focuses on meeting coordination, logistics management, travel arrangements, communication support, and document management across consortium activities.
The Accounting Assistant position targets individuals with accounting or finance qualifications and experience supporting financial operations, grant management, procurement systems, and donor-funded projects.
These positions provide valuable opportunities for professionals seeking experience within international development and climate-focused research environments.
Strong Focus on Diversity and Regional Collaboration
WACHeSPoC has emphasized its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. Qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The consortium also represents a growing trend toward regional collaboration across West Africa, where institutions are increasingly working together to address complex environmental and public health challenges.
The partnership between Ghanaian and Senegalese institutions demonstrates the importance of cross-border cooperation in tackling climate risks that affect millions of people throughout the region.
Application Process and Deadline
Interested candidates must submit the following documents in a single PDF file:
- A two-page cover letter
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic and professional certificates
- Names and contact details of two referees
Applications must be sent via email to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected].
Applicants are required to use the job title as the email subject line. For example: “Application for Project Manager – WACHeSPoC”.
The official closing date for applications is Monday, 25 May 2026 at 23:59 GMT.
As climate resilience and public health continue to dominate development priorities across Africa, the WACHeSPoC recruitment campaign presents a major opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to transformational regional projects with long-term impact.
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