Comfort Darkwaah Konto is a highly motivated Chartered Professional Administrator recognized for her strong organizational skills and dedication to duty, earning awards and citations within and beyond CSIR. With a solid background in Economics, Education, Strategic and Consultancy Management, she provides expert guidance to enhance institutional efficiency, achieve business objectives and drive sustainable growth.

As a Principal Administrative Officer and Head of the Administration Division, she oversees administrative operations by ensuring seamless departmental coordination, developing and enforcing organizational policies, and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize workflow and productivity. She has played a key role in staff recruitment, orientation, training, promotions, performance appraisals, and welfare and disciplinary matters. Additionally, she has contributed to policy formulation, implementation, and monitoring, particularly in Conditions of Service, Scheme of Service, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Ms. Konto has also been instrumental in resource mobilization, significantly contributing to the generation of Internally Generated Funds through organization of workshops and assisting in the establishment of schools and colleges. An active member of the Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants, Ghana and CSIR Administrators’ Association of Ghana, she participates in HR conferences, training programs, and institutional committees that influence policy development and staff welfare.

She is highly skilled in communication, leadership, and problem-solving, with a strong commitment to professional excellence. Known for her discretion and integrity, she has managed confidential information with precision and professionalism, consistently upholding the highest standards in her responsibilities.

• Konto, C. D., (1996): The Role of Research Institutions in the Economic Development of Ghana. A case study of the Oil Palm Research Institute: 1st Degree Thesis: University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast.63pp.
• Konto, C. D., (2009): An Examination of the Challenges of Change Management by Corporate Bodies; The case of COCOEXCO Limited. MBA Thesis: Paris Graduate School of Management, Paris. 70pp.
• Agyeman, V.K., Foli, G.E., Darko-Obiri, B., Adu-Bredu, S., Owusu Afriyie, K., Duah-Gyamfi, A., Addo-Danso, S., Ametsitsi, G., Djagbletey, G.D., Akpalu, S., Konto, C.D., Britwum, S. and Pentsil, S., (2011): “Independent Technical Assessment of the National Forest Plantation Development Programme-Inception report for the Brong Ahafo, Northern, Upper West and Upper East Regions”, submitted to the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (MLNR). Accra. 12pp.
• Owusu Afriyie, K., Foli, E.G., Agyeman, V.K., Ametsitsi, G., Duah-Gyamfi, A., Addo-Danso, S., Nutakor, E., Darko Obiri, B., Adu-Bredu, S., Britwum, S., Akpalu, S., Djagbletey, G.D., Mensah, J., Obeng, E.A., Konto, C.D., and Pentsil, S. (2012): “Independent Technical Assessment of National Forest Plantation Development Programme: Final Report for Brong Ahafo, Northern, Upper West and Upper East Region, submitted to MLNR”, Accra. 129pp.
• Adu-Bredu, S., Antwi-Oduro, K., Konto, C.D., Britwum, S.: Proceedings of the Regional Workshop on the Establishment of a network of Experts on of Permanent Sample Plots in West Africa; ‘Strengthening Regional Capacity in National Forest Carbon Inventory in West Africa’ Regional Technical Workshop within the UN-REDD Programme under the auspices of Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG), Kumasi, 11th to 12th May, 2016. Report submitted to FAO of the UN, 92pp.
• Appiah, N., Bosu, P, Konto, C.D., Bonsu, K. S., Nkruma, E., Addotey, B., Amo-Nyanpong, R. and Akortia, C (2022). Report of CSIR-FORIG Maiden Snail Festival, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. 25pp.

• 2021: Chartered Professional Administrator (Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants, Ghana)
• 2009: MBA Strategic & Consultancy Management (Paris Graduate School of Management, Paris)
• 1996: B.A (Hons.) Social Science (Economics) (University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast)
• 1996: Diploma in Education (University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast)
• 1986: Advanced Level Education (St. Rose’s Secondary School, Akwatia)
• 1984: Ordinary Level Education (St. Rose’s Secondary School, Akwatia)

• Administration
• Economics
• Strategic and Consultancy Management
• Education

Head of Administration Division & Secretary to CSIR-FORIG Management Board: Years 2011, 2014 and November 2020 to date

Principal Administrative Officer, CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG)- January 2023 to date

Senior Administrative Officer, CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG)- July 2017-January 2023

Head, General Administration Section (Registry) & Secretary to CSIR-FORIG Internal Management Committee- Years 2010, 2012 and 2015

Board Member & Secretary to CSIR Basic School-January 2009-2019

Administrative Officer, CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG)-March 2009- June 2017

Head: Business Development Unit, OPRI- January 1998 to 2002

Assistant Administrative Officer: Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG)- September 2002- February 2009

Assistant Administrative Officer: Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR-Oil Palm Research Institute (CSIR-OPRI)- January 1996-2002

Member: Institute’s Internal Management Committee, OPRI- January 1996-2002

Technical Assistant Grade I: CSIR-Oil Palm Research Institute (CSIR-OPRI)- September 1987 – October 1996

• Citation: Recognition for dedicated service to the Institute as Head of the General Administration Section and Secretary to the IMC by CSIR-FORIG Management- December 2019
• Citation: Award received for being the best worker: Non-Core Research, CSIR-FORIG-December 2017
• Citation: Recognition for dedicated service to the Institute as Head of the General Administration Section (Registry) and Secretary to the IMC by CSIR-FORIG Management-December 2017
• Citation: Recognition for dedicated service to the Institute as Head of the General Administration Section and Secretary to the IMC by CSIR-FORIG Management-December 2015
• Citation: An award by the Internal Management Committee of the CSIR Basic School for contributing to the growth of the CSIR Basic School- December 2014
• Citation: An award by the Internal Management Committee of the CSIR Basic School for the toil, hard work, commitment and dedication towards the building of the CSIR Basic School- December 2010
• Citation: Recognition of service by the Director, CSIR-FORIG for contributing towards the CSIR Basic school at Fumesua, Kumasi- May 2010
• Citation: An award by Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Bomso District for contributing immensely towards the growth of the Church, as Ecumenical; and Social Relations Director-December 2019
• Citation: For efficient and faithful dedication to serve God and contributing immensely towards the growth of the Church, Holy Spirit Congregation, Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Ayigya-April 2009
• An award by Management of Adehye Hall, University of Cape Coast for dedicated services to the Hall; 1991/96- June 1996
• An Award by National Union of Presbyterian Students’ of Ghana, University of Cape Coast for being an active member of the Union. 1991-1996-May 1996
• An award by National Union of Presbyterian Students’ of Ghana, University of Cape Coast for dedicated services to the Union-July 1994
• An award by Management of Adehye Hall, University of Cape Coast for dedicated services to the Hall; 1993/94-May 1994

• Member: Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants, Ghana
• Member: CSIR Administrators’ Association of Ghana