1993 (PNDCL 327)
Section 1-Establishment and continued existence of the Civil Service
(1) The organisation in existence immediately before the coming into force of this Act known as the Civil Service is, and shall, subject to this Act, continue to be, the Civil Service, in so far as the continuation is consistent with article 190 of the Constitution .(2) In accordance with article 190 of the Constitution, the Civil Service forms part of the Public Services of Ghana.(3) The Service comprises service in a civil office of the Government.
Section 2-Object of the Service
The object of the Service is to assist the Government in the formulation and implementation of government policies for the development of the country.
Section 3-Functions of the Service
(1) For the purpose of achieving its object, the Service shall(a) initiate and formulate policy options for the consideration of the government,(b) initiate and advise on government plans,(c) undertake the necessary research for the effective implementation of government policies,(d) implement government policies,(e) review government policies and plans,(f) monitor, co-ordinate and evaluate government policies and plans,(g) perform functions that are incidental or conducive to the achievement of the object specified in section 2, and(h) perform such other functions that the Civil Service Council may direct.(2) In the performance of its functions under subsection (1), the Service shall confer, consult and seek advice and full co-operation of such other government agencies and authorities as may be necessary.
Section 4-Membership of the Service
The following are members of the Service:
(a) a person serving in a civil capacity in a post designated as Civil Service post by or under this Act in,
(i) the Office of the President,(ii) a Ministry,(iii) a government departments at the national level;(iv) any other Civil Service department established by or under the authority of this Act