The National Service Scheme (NSS) is set to establish an office on the campus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) to improve administrative processes and address logistical challenges. This partnership, which will be solidified with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to enhance the deployment of National Service personnel and ensure their training aligns with market needs.
According to NSS Executive Director Osei Assibey Antwi, the proposed office will streamline processes, facilitate timely allowance disbursement, and enable better planning. “The new office will further streamline administrative processes, facilitate the timely disbursement of allowances, and enable better planning by accurately forecasting the number of graduates ready for service, thereby reducing skills mismatch,” he explained.
The partnership will also facilitate collaboration in research and data analysis to understand industry demands. NSS and KNUST will work together in fields like agricultural engineering, sports science, business, and accounting. The Ashanti Regional NSS Director, Prince Kankam Boadu, praised KNUST for its organization of a recent orientation program for National Service Personnel.
The NSS leadership presented the National Service Policy (2024-2034) to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Mrs.) Rita Akosua Dickson, who commended the NSS for its vital role within the university framework. She encouraged close collaboration in drafting the MoU to ensure a seamless transition and effective implementation of the initiatives. Prof. Dickson reaffirmed KNUST’s commitment to supporting the NSS in enhancing their systems and providing essential support to graduates.
