Dr. Kwabena Bempah Tandoh has officially stepped down from his position as Deputy Director-General (Quality and Access) of the Ghana Education Service (GES), with his resignation taking effect on February 21, 2025.

During his time in office for about 6 years, Dr. Tandoh was instrumental in driving improvements in educational quality, enhancing teaching and learning, and expanding access to education for children across Ghana.

Reporting directly to the Director-General, Dr. Tandoh oversaw four key divisions within the GES, ensuring their operations aligned with the goals set out in the Education Strategic Plan (ESP 2018–2030). His role focused on research, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation—critical areas in strengthening Ghana’s educational framework.

Among his notable achievements was his leadership in the introduction of the Double Track System for Senior High Schools (SHS), an initiative aimed at supporting the Free Senior High School Policy. As Chief Technical Officer, Dr. Tandoh was at the forefront of designing, developing, and overseeing the system’s implementation.

He also played a pivotal role in the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP), a $218.7 million USD initiative. Dr. Tandoh was part of the negotiation team that secured funding from the World Bank in Washington, D.C., and led the project’s execution within the GES.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Tandoh led the development and rollout of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) COVID-19 Accelerated Funding, designed to strengthen the education system’s resilience during the crisis.

Other significant contributions include spearheading Ghana’s Education in Emergency Policy, developing training content for SHS core subject teachers, launching the GES Professional Learning Communities (PLC) App, and overseeing the rollout of the Standard Based Curriculum and the Common Core Curriculum.

Reflecting on his tenure, Dr. Tandoh remarked, “It has been an honor to contribute to the advancement of education in Ghana. I am particularly proud of the work we have done to expand access and improve quality, and I am confident that the GES will continue to build on these achievements.”

As Dr. Tandoh moves on to new ventures, his legacy of innovation and strategic leadership is expected to leave a lasting mark on Ghana’s education system, benefiting future generations of learners.