Project Officer - Right To Play

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Right To Play is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using play. By harnessing play, one of the most powerful and fundamental forces in a child’s life, we helped 2.3 million children last year to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases like HIV and malaria and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the only global development organization focused exclusively on using play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.

Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 15 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our headquarters in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and eight national offices across Europe (Germany, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, UK) and North America (Canada, US).

With a shared passion for our mission, our Culture Code guides how we act and interact based on five core pillars:

• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

Job Description

Department/Division: Country Office/ Program Department

Work location: Ashanti Region, Ghana

Target Start Date: Immediate

Contract Duration: 1-year full-time contract

Closing Date: April 24, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Officer reports directly to the Project Manager (PM) and is responsible for the effective administration and management of the BC Project in the Ashanti region and reporting on the outcome to internal and external contacts as required. The position also has the responsibility to ensure improved integration of gender equality into the projects plans, by developing child protection-specific activities and initiatives, building the capacity of the project staff and partners.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Management & Administration (45%)

• Lead planning and implementation of project activities aligned with the Country Strategy, RTP standards, donor requirements, and child protection objectives. 
• Supervise Project  Coordinators and oversee delivery of safe, inclusive, and child-centered activities and community events. 
• Manage project budgets, resources, logistics, and procurement in line with approved guidelines. 
• Ensure strong integration of child safeguarding, gender equality, and inclusion across all project activities. 
• Monitor project progress, safety and security context, and ensure timely reporting to the PM. 

2. Team Management (20%)

• Manage performance of direct reports through appraisals, coaching, and regular feedback. 
• Build capacity of staff, partners, and volunteers on child protection, safeguarding, and safe programming practices. 
• Ensure all staff and partners understand and comply with RTP safeguarding and child protection policies. 
• Promote staff welfare, safety, and a culture of accountability and protection. 

3. Networking, Representation & Partnership Building (15%)

• Build and maintain relationships with NGOs, CBOs, government (especially child protection actors), and other stakeholders. 
• Represent RTP in relevant child protection and safeguarding platforms and coordination forums. 
• Strengthen partnerships that enhance child protection outcomes and ensure compliance with RTP policies. 

4. Monitoring & Reporting (15%)

• Oversee monitoring of child protection-focused activities, including field visits and data collection. 
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting on safeguarding, participation, and project outcomes. 
• Document and share lessons learned, best practices, and child protection trends and risks. 
• Support context and risk analysis to inform safe and responsive programming. 

5. Other Duties (5%)

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the PM.

Required Skills or Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years’ experience in project management and administration or community work including managing direct reports and integration of gender equality and child protection strategies in projects.   

JOB CONTRIBUTIONS/IMPACT 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and delegation skills
• Able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks
• Strong development and team building skills 

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Computer literacy in outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Internet
• Understand project management cycle
• Effective report writing and analytical skills

LANGUAGES

• Fluency in spoken and written English and local language(s). 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (An Asset)

• Knowledge in child and/or adult education
• Knowledge in Sport for Development 
• Experience developing and managing budgets 
• Knowledge in child protection gender equality strategies 

CONTACTS/KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships: 

• Program Director, Training  Officer, Capacity Building and Training Specialist, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer/Coordinator, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, Administration Assistant, Logistics Coordinator, Project Coordinator(s), Communications Officer/Specialist, P&C Officer/Manager, Driver(s), other Project Officers where applicable. 

External

• Local NGOs and community-based organizations, partners and teachers and Government departments (Education, Sports and Youth)

 

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