Short Service Commission Recruitment – Ghana Armed Forces

The Ghana Armed Forces is inviting qualified professionals to apply for Short Service Commission (SSC) officer positions across various fields. Candidates must meet specific qualifications and age requirements based on their desired branch. Here are the details:

Fields for Short Service Commission:

1. Engineer Corps:

  • Age Requirement: Not more than 30 years by 15 February 2025.
  • Qualifications: Applicants must possess any of the following:
    • Civil Engineering with a Master’s in Sewage Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering with a Master’s in Building Services
    • Civil Engineering with a Master’s in Structural Engineering
    • MSc/MBA in Project Management with a First Degree in any Building Environment Discipline
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a relevant field.
  • Professional Membership: Registered member of GHIE or relevant Professional Body with a practicing License and Certificate.

2. Engineering Branch (Air Force Only):

  • Mechanical: Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering, plus 2 years of industry experience.
  • Avionics: Master’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Telecommunication/Computer Engineering, plus 2 years of industry experience.
  • Armament: Master’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field, plus 2 years of industry experience.

3. Supply Branch (Air Force Only):

  • Qualifications: Must possess a Master’s certificate in any of the following:
    • Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Procurement, Commerce, Economics, or Logistics.

4. Legal:

  • Age Requirement: Not more than 35 years by 15 February 2025.
  • Qualifications: First Degree in Law (LLB) and must be called to the Bar with completed Pupillage.
  • Experience: One (1) year work experience.

5. Medical:

  • Age Requirements:
    • Medical and Dental Specialists: Not more than 40 years.
    • Medical Officers and Dental Surgeons: Not more than 35 years.
    • Specialized Nurses, Midwifery Officers, Pharmacists, and Certified Registered Anaesthetists: Not more than 33 years.
    • Nursing Officers, Clinical and Social Psychologists, Radiographers, etc.: Not more than 30 years.
  • Specific Qualifications:
    • Medical and Dental Specialists: MB ChB/BDS with relevant postgraduate qualification and permanent registration.
    • Medical Officers/Dental Surgeons: MB ChB/BDS or equivalent with permanent registration and at least one (1) year post-registration experience.
    • Optometrists: Doctor of Optometry degree with at least one (1) year post-registration experience.
    • Physician Assistants: BSc in Physician Assistantship with at least one (1) year experience.
    • Other medical roles have specific degree and experience requirements as outlined.

6. Chaplain:

  • Age Requirement: Not more than 35 years by 15 February 2025.
  • Qualifications: First Degree in Theology or Religion (BA) from a recognized institution.
  • Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of pastoral experience, including two (2) years post-ordination.
  • Language: Ability to speak English and at least one major Ghanaian language fluently.

7. Imam:

  • Age Requirement: Not more than 35 years by 15 February 2025.
  • Qualifications: First Degree in Islamic Theology (Religion) from a recognized institution.
  • Experience: Practiced as an Imam for four (4) years and recognized by a recognized Islamic Religious Institution in Ghana.
  • Language: Fluent in Arabic and English.

Conclusion

The Ghana Armed Forces is seeking dedicated professionals for the Short Service Commission. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria and qualifications for their respective fields are encouraged to apply and serve their country in a meaningful capacity.

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