Management Team
Meet the dedicated professionals leading CHED's mission to transform Ghana's cocoa industry.
Executive Leadership
Dr. Richard Adu-Acheampong
Executive Director
Leads the strategic direction and overall management of CHED operations across Ghana. Former Senior Researcher at Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana.
Mr. Abdul-Majid Mumuni
Deputy Executive Director (Operations)
Oversees field operations and coordinates extension services across all regions. Responsible for operational efficiency and program implementation.
Department Heads & Managers
Mrs. Dorine Fanny Amartey
Deputy Director, Human Resource
Manages human resources operations and talent development. Extensive experience in HR management at Ghana Cocoa Board.
Mr. Abu Seidu
National Coordinator CODAPEC/Hi-Tech
Leads the Cocoa Pest(s) and Disease Control Program and oversees the implementation of high-tech cocoa farming initiatives.
Mr. Abukari Abdullai
Cartography Manager
Oversees mapping and geographical information systems for cocoa farm monitoring and rehabilitation programs.
Mrs. Yvonne Nana Oye Essuon
Deputy Director Finance
Manages financial operations and budgetary controls for the division.
Mr. Yaw Ofori
Audit Manager
Responsible for internal audit processes and compliance monitoring across all regional offices.
Mr. Ernest Ayivor
Information Systems Manager
Leads IT infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives. Former Faculty Lecturer at Bunso Cocoa College.
Mr. Franklin Mensah
Deputy Estates Manager
Manages estates and facilities operations for the division.
Organizational Structure
Our departments and their leadership
Executive Directorate
Strategic leadership and policy direction
Dr. Richard Adu-Acheampong
Operations
Field operations and program implementation
Mr. Abdul-Majid Mumuni
Extension Services
Farmer education and field support
Mrs. Margaret Frimpong Ayerakwa
Human Resources
Talent management and administration
Mrs. Dorine Fanny Amartey
Finance
Financial management and budgeting
Mrs. Yvonne Nana Oye Essuon
Information Systems
IT infrastructure and digital services
Mr. Ernest Ayivor
Learn About Our Operations
Discover how CHED operates across Ghana to support cocoa farmers.