Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Trainings And Workshops
Educational Background
Leadership Positions Held
Community Services
Publications
References
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Attributes
Personal Information
Timeline
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MOHAMMED ABUBAKAR SENSAU

Wa

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Wa Municipal Assembly, excelling in financial management and community engagement. Proven ability to draft impactful speeches and briefs, demonstrating effective communication and supervisory skills. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, with a strong focus on achieving development goals and fostering inter-sectoral collaboration.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director I (Secretary, Wa Urban Council)

Wa Municipal Assembly
Wa
01.2022 - Current
  • Draft Speeches and Briefs for the Coordinating Director
  • Responsible for the Financial Management of the Wa Urban Council
  • Monitor the provision, operationalization, and maintenance of community services in the Wa Urban Area.
  • Supervise community/stakeholder engagement activities in the Wa Urban Area
  • Lead the preparation of short, medium, and long-term development plans for the Urban Area for the Assembly's approval.
  • Arrange revenue collection contracts with the Municipal Assembly and oversee the collection of Revenue due to the Assembly
  • Responsible for Inter-sectoral Collaboration at the Wa Municipal Assembly

Assistant Director I

Upper West Regional Coordinating Council
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Drafted Speeches and Briefs for the Regional Coordinating Director
  • Assisted in the preparation of staff development and Performance Appraisal plans
  • Prepared quarterly administrative reports
  • Assisted in organizing Council Meetings
  • Recorded and transcribed minutes and reports of RCC meetings, and Regional Security Council meetings.

District Census Officer (Contract Appointment)

Ghana Statistical Service
Kintampo South District
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Developed a comprehensive District Census Implementation plan for the 2020 Census
  • Coordinated census activities; Directed and managed census working teams
  • Provided administrative and technical direction for the 2021 census
  • Ensured cost control during the planning and implementation of the 2020 Population and Housing Census
  • Chaired the District Census Technical Team and ensured all activities were delivered on time and quality assured
  • Assisted in recruiting field personnel and facilitated training workshops, and submitted reports on time.
  • Set up monitoring guidelines to track the work performance of field staff
  • Mobilized the support of Civil Society Organizations, religious bodies, community leaders, traditional authorities, and schools to ensure the successful implementation of the 2020 census.
  • Determined the appropriate mode for publicity, education, and advocacy at all levels of implementation of census activities
  • Served as Secretary to the District Census Implementation Committee

Assistant Director IIA

Kintampo Municipal Assembly
Kintampo
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Drafted Speeches and Briefs for the Coordinating Director
  • Managed the filing, storage, and security of documents at the Registry
  • Supervised and initiated the maintenance and movement of official vehicles
  • Assisted in the preparation of staff development and Performance Appraisal plans
  • Prepared quarterly administrative reports
  • Assisted in organizing General Assembly Meetings
  • Recorded and transcribed minutes and reports of General Assembly meetings, Executive committee meetings, Municipal Security Council meetings, Audit Committee meetings and Justice and Security meetings

Assistant Director IIB

Kintampo South District Assembly
Kintampo South District
11.2012 - 07.2018
  • Drafted Speeches and Briefs for the Coordinating Director
  • Managed the filing, storage and security of documents at the Registry
  • Supervised and initiated the maintenance and movement of official vehicles
  • Assisted in the implementation of Human Resource Management Information System
  • Responded to inquiries, and scrutinize routine daily correspondences
  • Assisted in the preparation of staff development and Performance Appraisal plans
  • Managed the repairs and maintenance of computers and other office equipment
  • Maintained insurance cover for all vehicles
  • Liaised with Non-Governmental Organizations to plan, review and align project activities with the Medium-Term Development plan of the District/Municipality
  • Prepared quarterly administrative reports
  • Assisted in organizing General Assembly Meetings
  • Recorded and transcribed minutes and reports of General Assembly meetings, Executive committee meetings, Municipal Security Council meetings, Audit Committee meetings and Justice and Security meetings

Principal Superintendent-Graduate Non-Professional Teacher

Ghana Education Service
Tumu
05.2012 - 10.2012
  • Prepared lesson notes
  • Taught students
  • Checked attendance
  • Ensured discipline of students
  • Graded of students
  • Class room management and
  • Organized sporting activities

Senior Administrative Assistant-National Service

Takoradi Technical University
Takoradi
11.2010 - 08.2011
  • Supported Senior Assistant Registrar with daily clerical tasks
  • Answered phone calls and provide information to students and clients
  • Assisted Examination officer in arranging examination Questions and Answer booklets
  • Received and dispatch daily routine correspondence
  • Updated files of lecturers, non-teaching staff and students

Education

PhD - Social Administration

SDD University of Business & Integrated Development Studies
07.2025

Master of Public Administration -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi
06.2018

Postgraduate Certificate - Public Administration

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
06.2018

BA - Integrated Dev't Studies in Economics & Entrepreneurship Dev't

University for Development Studies
Tamale
07.2010

Senior Secondary School Certificate - Business

Nandom Senior Secondary School
Nandom, Upper West Region
08.2005

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

Limanyiri Junior Secondary School
Wa, Upper West Region
07.2002

Skills

  • Excellent supervisory skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Environmental, Social and Governance Issues
  • Proficient Computer skills (Microsoft suite)
  • Effective Time management skills
  • Ability to drive and ride with valid driver's and rider's license

Professional Trainings And Workshops

  • Climate Disclosure Standards Board (CDSB), 01/01/25, Climate-Related Financial Disclosures, ESG and Climate-Related Reporting for Accountants
  • Climate Finance Hub, 01/01/25, Basic Level Certification
  • Ghana Statistical Service, 04/01/20, Two-Day Virtual Training on Verification of Enumeration Area Maps
  • Community Water and Sanitation Agency, 06/01/17, Four-Day Training on Asset Management tools on Water and Sanitation
  • Kintampo South District Assembly, 06/01/14, Three-Day Training on Office Management
  • World Vision International-Kintampo South District, 09/01/13, Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
  • Civil Service Training Center, Accra, 08/01/13, Functional Administrative Skills
  • World Vision International, 07/01/13, Four-Day Training on Lot Quality Assessment Sampling
  • Institute of Local Government Studies, Accra, 04/01/13, Orientation Programme-Introduction to Local Government Administration

Educational Background

PhD Social Administration (Candidate), SDD University of Business & Integrated Development Studies, Wa, 08/01/21, 07/31/25, Master of Public Administration, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, 08/01/15, 06/30/18, Postgraduate Certificate in Public Administration, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), 06/30/18, BA Integrated Dev't Studies in Economics & Entrepreneurship Dev't, University for Development Studies, Tamale, 09/01/06, 07/31/10, Senior Secondary School Certificate: Business, Nandom Senior Secondary School-Nandom, Upper West Region, 09/01/02, 08/31/05, Basic Education Certificate Examination, Limanyiri Junior Secondary School-Wa, Upper West Region, 09/01/99, 07/31/02, Final Examination Certificate/Membership, Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG), 11/01/18, 11/30/24, Certificate in Grants and Donor Fund Management, Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG), 05/31/25, Diploma in Green House Gas Accounting, GHG Management Institute, USA, 02/01/25, 02/28/27

Leadership Positions Held

  • Organizer, Ghana Muslims Students Association-Nandom Senior High School, 2004-2005
  • Dormitory Monitor, Nandom Senior High School, 2003-2004
  • Senior Prefect, Limanyiri Junior High School, 2001-2002

Community Services

Volunteer Teacher, Dorimo Junior High School, Dorimo, 2011-2012, Prepare lesson notes, Teach Students, Grading of students, Organizing Sporting Events

Publications

The Role of Local Government Sub-Structures in Revenue Mobilization and the Implications for effective Local Governance in Ghana., Sensau, A. M., et al, Global Scientific Journal, 8, 6, 2020, 200-220

References

  • Pognaa Fati Issaka Koray, Ag. Chief Director, Upper West Regional Coordinating Council, 0246987751, nabipogah007@gmail.com, Wa, Upper West Region
  • Richard Kumashie, Regional Statistician, Bono East Region, 0243302132, 0202750474, Richard.kumashie@statsghana.gov.gh

Hobbies and Interests

I enjoy reading African Studies and Political Science literature

Languages

  • Waale
  • Dagaare
  • Twi
  • Gonja
  • Hausa

Attributes

  • Good interpersonal relationship, honest and dependable
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • High emotional intelligence, hardworking and flexible
  • Ability to work under pressure and odd hours
  • Adaptability
  • Customer/Client focus

Personal Information

  • Number of Children: 4
  • Date of Birth: 04/17/87
  • Nationality: Ghanaian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Place of Birth: Upper West Region

Timeline

Assistant Director I (Secretary, Wa Urban Council)

Wa Municipal Assembly
01.2022 - Current

Assistant Director I

Upper West Regional Coordinating Council
09.2021 - 01.2022

District Census Officer (Contract Appointment)

Ghana Statistical Service
01.2020 - 08.2021

Assistant Director IIA

Kintampo Municipal Assembly
08.2018 - 12.2019

Assistant Director IIB

Kintampo South District Assembly
11.2012 - 07.2018

Principal Superintendent-Graduate Non-Professional Teacher

Ghana Education Service
05.2012 - 10.2012

Senior Administrative Assistant-National Service

Takoradi Technical University
11.2010 - 08.2011

PhD - Social Administration

SDD University of Business & Integrated Development Studies

Master of Public Administration -

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Postgraduate Certificate - Public Administration

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

BA - Integrated Dev't Studies in Economics & Entrepreneurship Dev't

University for Development Studies

Senior Secondary School Certificate - Business

Nandom Senior Secondary School

Basic Education Certificate Examination -

Limanyiri Junior Secondary School
MOHAMMED ABUBAKAR SENSAU