The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced a sweeping reassignment of staff as part of a broader organisational restructuring initiative aimed at enhancing efficiency, accountability, and service delivery.

In a formal internal communication dated 26th June 2025, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of EPA, Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse disclosed that the decision followed extensive consultations with key stakeholders, including the EPA Staff Association (EPASA) and the local branch of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), as well as a detailed internal review of the Authority’s current structure and operational dynamics.

Under the new directive, several staff members have been reassigned to new roles across various areas and regional offices, with a firm reporting deadline of 24th July 2025.

Reassigned staff are expected to operate strictly within their new jurisdictions.

“This organisational reset is a critical component of our broader strategy to build a responsive, efficient, and accountable EPA that is fit for purpose and capable of delivering on its mandate,” the statement read.

The CEO emphasised that these changes fall in line with the terms of staff appointments, which allow for transfers or reassignments in response to operational demands. Non-compliance with the reassignment directive, the notice warned, would attract administrative sanctions in accordance with the EPA’s human resource policies.

As part of the reset, a performance management system is being instituted. Each staff member will be assigned clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and monthly performance evaluations will inform decisions on promotions, retention, and professional development.

On workplace conduct, Prof. Browne Klutse condemned reports of harassment and intimidation, particularly towards newly recruited personnel. “Any form of harassment, intimidation, or deliberate undermining of fellow employees will not be tolerated,” the statement warned, noting that disciplinary measures, including dismissal, would be applied where necessary.

The EPA urged staff to embrace the changes in good faith and commit to the collective vision of building a stronger, united institution.

The Authority continues to position itself as a leader in environmental governance, and this reorganisation is seen as a pivotal step towards achieving that ambition.

List of staff reassigned