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Work History
Education
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WOI JOHN BOAKYE TETTEH

ACCRA

Summary

Accomplished security professional with about 30 years of military operations experience. Proven ability to analyze incidents, streamline operations, and train personnel, ensuring high standards of safety and operational effectiveness. Happily Married with Four (4) Children.

Work History

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Ghana Passport Head Office
2024 - 2026
  • Analyzed security incidents to develop strategies for process improvement and risk mitigation
  • Streamlined reporting processes by maintaining accurate logs of all security-related activitie, incidents, and observations.
  • Collaborated with fellow security personnel to ensure seamless coverage of all areas within the facility
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of security operations and incident reports.

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Aviance Ghana, Accra
2020 - 2024
  • Conducted security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in facilities and personnel safety.
  • Monitored access control systems to ensure secure entry for authorized personnel only.
  • Implemented emergency response protocols during crisis situations, enhancing team readiness.
  • Trained junior operatives on security procedures and incident reporting standards.

Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Navrongo, Ghana
2017 - 2018
  • Led operational planning and execution of missions, ensuring team readiness and effectiveness.
  • Coordinated training programs, enhancing unit proficiency in combat tactics and strategic operations.
  • Mentored junior officers, fostering leadership skills and promoting professional development within the unit.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports to inform tactical decisions, improving situational awareness during operations.

Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Tamale, Ghana
2015 - 2016
  • Led operational planning and execution of missions, ensuring team readiness and effectiveness
  • Coordinated training programs, enhancing unit proficiency in combat tactics and strategic operations
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing incidents during field exercises and daily operations.
  • Supervised logistical support, optimizing resource allocation for mission-critical activities.
  • Briefed higher-ranking officers on detachment activities regularly maintaining transparency regarding current status and future objectives.

Deputy Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Elubo Border
2012 - 2015
  • Developed strategic operational plans to improve mission effectiveness as well as resource allocation
  • Coordinated logistics for deployments, ensuring timely delivery of equipment and personnel.
  • Mentored junior officers, fostering leadership skills and promoting professional development within the unit.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential threats, enhancing safety measures during operations.
  • Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
Takoradi
2005 - 2011
  • Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to enhance collaborative security efforts during events.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation of security operations and incident reports.
  • Upheld confidentiality standards by safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining discretion in all communication with clients, colleagues, or superiors.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.

Education

SOMANYA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
SOMANYA
01-1985

Certificate - Fire NCO

Armed Forces Fire Service Training Institute
Burma Camp, Accra

Certificate - Surveillance (Vehicular And Foot)

GHQ Defence Intelligence
Burma Camp, Accra

Certificate - Air Surveillance

GHQ DI
Burma Camp, Accra

Certificate - Basic Fraudulent Document And Imposter Detection

U.S State Department, Overseas Criminal Investigations Unit
U.S Embassy Accra
04-2025

Certificate - Basic Interviewing Techniques And Anti-corruption

U.S State Department, Overseas Criminal Investigations Unit
U.S Embassy Accra
04-2025

Skills

  • Military operations experience
  • Weapons handling
  • Incident investigation
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Threat assessment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Fraudulent detection
  • Time management

Accomplishments

    Sierra Leone 1999-2000 & 2003-2004

    DR Congo - 2001-2002

    Cote d' Ivoire, 2005-2006

    Liberia, 2008-2009 & 2014

    Chad, 2010

    Lebanon 2011-2012

    South Sudan, 2016-2017 & 2019-2020

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
GA-ADANGME
Advanced (C1)
TWI
Advanced (C1)

Additional Information

REFEREES

Col Eric Ametame
Director, Operational Intelligence
Department of Defence Intelligence

Ghana Armed Forces, Burma Camp
eametame@gmail.com
0502584649

Timeline

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2024 - 2026

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2020 - 2024

Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2017 - 2018

Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2015 - 2016

Deputy Detachment Commander

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2012 - 2015

Security Operative

GHANA ARMED FORCES
2005 - 2011

SOMANYA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

Certificate - Fire NCO

Armed Forces Fire Service Training Institute

Certificate - Surveillance (Vehicular And Foot)

GHQ Defence Intelligence

Certificate - Air Surveillance

GHQ DI

Certificate - Basic Fraudulent Document And Imposter Detection

U.S State Department, Overseas Criminal Investigations Unit

Certificate - Basic Interviewing Techniques And Anti-corruption

U.S State Department, Overseas Criminal Investigations Unit

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