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Public Relation Unit

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The Public Relation is basically a management function that seeks to establish and maintain a good relationship and image between an organization and its publics. The PR unit reports directly to the Chief Director of OHCS. However, administratively, the PR Unit is under the Finance and Administrative Directorate (F&A), headed by the Director F&A who oversees the affairs the unit.

The PR Unit headed by Principal Information Officer, Mr. Edward Osei Owusu and assisted by an Assistant Information Officer, Mr. Richard Nana Adu-Boahen

Mr. Edward Osei Owusu
Head of PR Unit

Edward Osei Owusu serves as Head of the Public Relations Unit at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service (OHCS). His career demonstrates remarkable growth, advancing from Assistant Information Officer in 2007 to Deputy Chief Information Officer. Prior to his current promotion, Edward served as the Head of Public Relations at the Eastern Regional Coordinating Council, where he led strategic communications initiatives and played a pivotal role in disseminating government policies and programmes to diverse stakeholders.

Edward’s academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Public Relations from the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), now known as the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with Philosophy from the University of Ghana, Legon. This unique combination of communications expertise and psychological insight enhances his strategic approach to public relations and stakeholder engagement.

Throughout his distinguished career, Edward has demonstrated exceptional leadership capabilities, participating actively in high-level Management and Security meetings while chairing numerous Publicity Committees at district, regional, and national levels. As a committed professional, he maintains active membership with the Ghana Institute of Public Relations (IPR), ensuring he remains current with industry best practices and professional standards.

Beyond his professional commitments, Edward is passionate about personal development through Bible study, stays informed through current affairs programmes, and enjoys football and quality music.

Mr. Edward Osei Owusu
Head of PR Unit

Functions:                                          

The PR Unit exists to;

  • Set Public Relation objectives in line with the mission, vision and goal of the OHCS. This should include a plan for stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop and implement PR plans for OHCS for the year.
  • Provide communication related advice and counsel at all levels as regards policies, programmes and activities of OHCS.
  • Develop and maintain close working relations with media organizations and identify opportunities for media placement and coverage for OHCS.
  • Organize press conferences/briefings, press soirees, facility visits, tours, special events among others where necessary.
  • Ensure OHCS is regularly well presented on its social media channels.
  • Lead in design, production and dissemination of multimedia products such as videos, newsletters/ magazines, photographs, posters, official website and other such materials to  enhance visibility of OHCS.
  • Ensure articles, news stories, features, rejoinders and media advisories are prepared and documented through appropriate media channels.
  • Monitor coverage of activities of OHCS in the media (i.e. print, TV, radio, media websites, social media among others) for the information and attention of the Administrative Head.

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