Full Time Administrative Position At Embassy of Brazil in Accra

The Embassy of Brazil in Accra, Ghana is accepting applications to fill 1 (one) full time position of Administrative Assistant at the Chancery, including the selection of candidates for future vacancies for the same role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Handling documentation, records, and correspondence;
• Assisting in the preparation of reports and official communications;
• Secretariat activities of the Chancery
• Translations;
• Organization of diplomatic and cultural events;
• Administrative functions of the Embassy;
• Supporting financial and logistical operations;
• Providing administrative support to diplomatic staff;

Professional Requirements:

• Be proficient in written and spoken English. Proficiency in Portuguese will be considered an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with both Brazilian and Ghanaian staff in Planning, executing, and monitoring a wide range of functions;
• Computer skills, with knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and web-based applications

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Legal Requirements Of The Role:

1. Applicant must be at least 18 year of age.
2. If you are not a Ghanaian, you must have the right to reside in Ghana and the legal right to take full- time paid employment in this country;
3. Candidate should present a diploma or certificate of completion of Senior High School or, if applicable, higher education;
4. You must be physically and mentally fit for the position. Prospects will be required to provide a Pre- Employment Physical note assuring that he/she is physically and mentally able to take on the duties of this position.
5. must provide a Ghanaian Criminal Records Check. lf Brazilian, must also present a “Certiddo de Antecedentes Criminais” obtained tnrough the Federal Police webpage: https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/antecedentes-criminals. Both documents must be valid and issued no later than 3 (three) months
6. The originals of all documents requested in items 4.1.ato 4.1 .f must be presented upon signing of the employment contract.

Benefits:

• Salary: GHS 13,600 per month (gross)
• Medical insurance: Full coverage under Embassy’s collective agreement
• Paid vacation: 22 days per year (15 annual leave + 7 compassionate leave)
• Pension (for Brazilians only): Option to enroll in Brazilian Social Security (INSS) if not eligible for Ghana’s pension system

Documents required:

1. Curriculum vitae
   copy of identity document
   (In the case of Brazilians or third-country nationals, proof of regular residence status and legal permission to engage in paid activity
2. Proof of registration with”the local or Brazilian social security system, if it is impossible to do so locally’
3. Academic training certificate(s);
4. Certificate of good background or equivalent
5. Other applicable documents

Application & Selection Process For The Vacant Position At The Embassy Of Brazil

1. Applications are to be sent between 1st and 15th September, 2025
2. Download the application form here 
3. After filling the form, Prospects are to submit the form together with all the required materials, exclusively in person at the Embassy of Brazil in Accra (1 Templesi Lane, Airport Residential, Accra)
4. After successful submission, analysis of CVs will begin
5. Applicants will take a written test on September 17
6. After passing the written test, the next phase is interview and Practical Skills Assessment. This one is taking place on 18th September
7. The final results will be announced on the Embassy’s website exactly a day after the the Interview and practical skills assessment.