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The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation established in 1967. It is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and has over the decades played a pivotal role in the promotion of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Ghana.
PPAG was founded in response to the growing need for family planning education and services in the country. Since its inception, PPAG has evolved to become one of Ghana's leading providers and advocates for comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services, particularly focusing on young people and marginalised populations.
Guided by a rights-based approach, PPAG works to ensure that every individual especially women, youth, and vulnerable groups has access to accurate information and quality services that empower them to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive lives. PPAG operates through a network of clinics, youth centers, community-based service delivery points, and peer educators spread across the country.
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PPAG’s work includes family planning services, HIV/AIDS education and care, adolescent reproductive health, safe motherhood initiatives, and gender-based violence prevention among others. The Association also engages in advocacy and capacity building to influence policies and promote gender equality and youth-friendly health services.
With a vision to be the leading provider of quality and sustainable SRHR services in Ghana, PPAG continues to be a key player in advancing health, rights, and well-being for all Ghanaians.
Job Description
The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), an NGO and a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and a leading provider of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) information and services, hereby invites result–oriented and committed persons to apply for the following vacant position to be filled in the Association. This position is reserved for young people between the ages of 18 to 25. You would cease to occupy the position on the day you attain 25 years.
LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE, ACCRA
REPORT TO: YOUTH PROGRAMMES MANAGER
JOB PURPOSE
To oversee and coordinate all functions of the Youth Action Movement, ensure timely preparation and submission of YAM reports and support the Youth Programmes Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The person will carry out the following duties in close cooperation with the YAM president and other staff and partners.
Coordination of Activities
- Oversee and coordinate all the functions of the Youth Action Movement, and ensure timely preparation and submission of YAM documents and reports.
- Co-ordinate YAM national training Programmes.
- Implement, monitor and evaluate YAM national activities.
- Effectively organize YAM national congress.
Programme Planning and Implementation
- Participate in the annual planning of the Association and Youth Programme department
- Support in the implementation of projects
Communication
- Communicate effectively with Youth Action Movement members in all the branches and keep them informed about national programmes.
Networking
- Network with other youth organizations and partners who are important to the objectives of the Youth Action Movement.
- Identify possible areas of collaboration and networking with partners.
Resource Mobilisation and Proposal Writing
- Assist in proposal writing, fundraising, and resource mobilisation efforts to support project sustainability and growth.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals.
- Mobilise resources from various organisations for YAM activities.
General Duties
- Prepare the YAM annual Programme, annual report and budget.
- Promote the advancement of the Association’s mission and objectives
- Any other responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
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Required Skills or Experience
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A first degree in the sciences, Social Sciences/Psychology OR HND with leadership experience whilst in school.
THE PERSON MUST
- Have a good knowledge of the use of computers
- Have strong presentation, communication and report writing skills.
- Have a high sense of responsibility, accuracy and an eye for details.
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Have the ability to work under pressure and for long hours
- Be a team player and be able to take initiative.
- Have excellent interpersonal and human relations skills
- Be youth-friendly and very accommodating
- Ability to travel at short notice.
- Have a place of abode in Accra, since the office is located in Accra.
- Be between the ages of 18 – 25.
- Be a paid-up YAM member for a minimum of 2 years.
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