The Pro Vice-Chancellor (RID) has met with senior staff to recognize the pivotal role they play in delivering the mandate of various units under his Office and to solicit ideas on improving service delivery.
The meeting which took place on Tuesday 22nd September 2026 as part of ongoing consultations with staff. Prof Codjoe has identified cohorts of senior staff include (Principal/Senior) Administrative Assistants, ICT Assistants as well as accounting staff as key constituents in the value chain for delivery of research, information technology and other services to the University Community. Thus, the meeting brought together senior staff of the Research and Innovation/Information Technology Directorate as well as the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST), Institutional Research and Planning Office (IRPO).
The Pro Vice-Chancellor’s action plan will be driven by the collective contributions of all staff members. Consequently, senior staff represent a critical link in the value chain; the meeting sought to underscore the need for collaboration and to establish a sense of inclusivity and recognition of every staff member's contribution.
Prof. Codjoe tasked staff to state the positive aspects of their jobs and working environment that contribute meaningfully to delivery and areas that can be improved. Whilst some staff recognized the welcoming nature of colleagues’ and their willingness to share knowledge, others noted the presence of structures to support health and wellbeing. Others observed the harmonious relationship between senior members and administrative staff which fosters peaceful coexistence in the discharge their duties.
The notable overlap of activities between IAST and RID with innovation activities was highlighted as a challenge, mitigating against consolidation of UG’s innovation activities. In some instances, efficiency was hampered by resource constraints, while limited training opportunities and the lack of career development avenues for senior staff were discussed as a disincentive.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor encouraged staff to look beyond their routine responsibilities and identify additional ways in which their professional expertise can contribute to advancing the University’s goals. He noted that staff possess considerable knowledge and expertise which could be utilized for the University’s and their own career advancement. Referring to the digital era, he encouraged staff with information technology expertise to explore opportunities to leverage their skills to add value and impact to tasks where appropriate.
In a cordial exchange of ideas, staff raised concerns about the lack of visibility for the contributions, stating that they often prepare draft correspondence on behalf of senior officers, however their names remain absent from records. The meeting discussed the preparation of weekly reports on activities undertaken by staff as a useful means of documenting individual contributions and facilitating performance assessment.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor indicated that the matter should be revisited to determine an appropriate mechanism for capturing such activities and ensuring that staff contributions are adequately documented and recognized. He reiterated his willingness to engage with staff on matters relating to their work and professional development. Staff were also encouraged to be proactive in bringing forward ideas, and proposals that could contribute to the effectiveness of their respective units and the University as a whole.
He noted that the ‘success of our objectives would depend on the collective efforts of all staff’ and encouraged them to remain proactive, innovative and committed to their work. Prof. Codjoe thanked staff for their contributions and openness.