Nuclear Security Officer - Nuclear Regulatory Authority

The Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA) is an independent regulatory body established by the NRA Act, 2015 (Act 895) and began operations in January 2016. The NRA has a statutory responsibility for regulating civilian use of nuclear and other radioactive materials and is preparing itself to regulate Ghana’s nuclear power programme.  

Job Description

The NRA is seeking to recruit to fill various positions in its organisational structure.  The NRA hereby invites qualified Ghanaians to apply for any of the positions listed below.

Responsibilities

• The candidate will support in the development of security regulations and guideline documents for nuclear and radiological facilities.
• In addition, he/she will conduct reviews and assessments of licensee submittals, and conduct periodic inspections of facilities to ensure compliance of facilities with nuclear security requirements. 
• The candidate will also be involved in the conduct of threat assessment; and development and implementation of design basis threat and alternate threat statements.

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum of Masters in nuclear security or related security degree, nuclear engineering, and other related subjects.