Governing Council Members
The Governing Council is the highest decision-making body of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors. The members listed below served during the 2017–2018 Session.
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Surveyor E. K. Obeng |
| Senior Vice President | Surveyor J. A. Allotey |
| Vice President (Land Survey) | Surveyor S. K. Amegashie |
| Vice President (Quantity Survey) | Surveyor K. O. Asante |
| Vice President (Valuation & Estate Survey) | Surveyor A. B. Donkor |
| Honorary Secretary | Surveyor M. N. Adjei |
| Honorary Treasurer | Surveyor P. O. Mensah |
| Immediate Past President | Surveyor Dr. B. K. Nkrumah |
Executive Officers
The Executive Officers manage the day-to-day operations of the Institution and implement decisions of the Governing Council. They work closely with the three professional divisions — Land Survey, Quantity Survey, and Valuation & Estate Survey — to advance the interests of members and uphold professional standards.
- Overseeing administrative and financial affairs of the Institution.
- Coordinating council meetings and implementing resolutions.
- Liaising with external bodies including RICS, FIG, and CASLE.
- Supporting divisional activities and member services.
Committees of Council
The Governing Council operates through several standing committees, each focused on a specific area of the Institution's work. These committees draw on the expertise of council members and senior surveyors to guide policy and practice.
- Education & Training Committee — oversees CPD programmes, QS Evening Lectures, and QS Annual Seminars.
- Ethics & Professional Practice Committee — upholds the Code of Ethics and handles disciplinary matters.
- Membership Committee — reviews applications and advises on routes to membership.
- Finance & General Purposes Committee — manages budgets, audits, and resource allocation.
- Publications & Public Relations Committee — handles communications, press releases, and the Institution's public profile.
Council Programme For The Session
The Governing Council follows a structured programme each session, setting out key activities and milestones. The programme for the 2017–2018 session included:
- Ordinary council meetings held quarterly at GhIS headquarters, Palma House, Accra.
- The Presidential Lecture and 48th Annual General Meeting.
- Divisional seminars and continuing professional development events.
- Engagement with affiliated international bodies including RICS, FIG, and CASLE.
- Publication of the register of members and firms in good standing.
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