Training & Capacity Building Officer - Right To Play

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: Greater Accra Region, Ghana
• Target Start Date: Immediate
• Contract Duration: 8 months contract
• Closing Date: April 24, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Capacity Building Officer leads the planning and delivery of high-quality capacity-building and training initiatives under the My Decision My Future Project, contributing to strengthened partner capabilities and effective project implementation through collaboration with technical specialists and oversight of the project budget and resource planning.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Implementation of CSE and GBV interventions for adolescents and youth across all our Program Offices across the country (50%)

• Strengthen the delivery of Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) in schools by leading coordinated teacher and facilitator training programs in partnership with district education sectors, enhancing engagement through school councils, clubs, and extracurricular activities.
• Enhance the effectiveness of CSE interventions by developing and adapting culturally appropriate training frameworks, manuals, and innovative teaching tools, including UNESCO scripts.
• Empower school-based CSE focal points to deliver age-appropriate extracurricular activities, increasing access and engagement of adolescents and young people in CSE programs.
• Advance the protection of adolescents by implementing Violence Against Children (VAC) protocols in schools and facilitating inclusive community dialogues that promote conflict prevention and durable peace.
• Ensure successful execution of training and event activities by managing planning, budgeting, and coordination with Finance and Logistics teams, aligning operational support with project objectives.

Coordination with government sectors in all our Program Offices across the country (20%)

• Represent RTP at provincial and district forums, meetings, and events to advocate for Play-Based Learning approaches in youth SRHR, while providing coaching and mentoring to key partners and actively monitoring the security situation to ensure effective and safe program implementation.

Monitoring, compliance, and reporting (20%) 

• Ensure timely collection, analysis, and reporting of quality project data by supporting documentation processes, contributing to progress reviews, and sharing key updates, success stories, and lessons learned with the Program Manager, partners, and stakeholders.
• Strengthen project visibility and learning by coordinating district-level monitoring and reflection meetings, supporting partner collaboration, and aligning field-level communication efforts with donor visibility requirements.

Safety and Security (10%)

• Monitor the security situation in the project location by actively participating in security clusters and providing timely reports to the Program Manager to ensure staff safety and program continuity.

Performs other duties as assigned 

Required Skills or Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in areas related to social studies, Public Health, Health promotion, or other related areas.
• Proven experience in areas related to SRHR and Comprehensive Sexuality Education, in low-income communities including those affected by conflict.
• Experience in working with adolescent youth and women is crucial
• Strong understanding of safety and security protocols in high-risk environments.

Languages: Fluency in English and local languages.

JOB CONTRIBUTIONS/IMPACT 

• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams, sharing information openly and contributing to team success. Build strong relationships with peers and supports a collaborative work environment.
• Growth Mindset: Embrace learning and feedback. Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and adapt to change.
• Resilience: Maintains focus and productivity under pressure or during periods of change. Handle setbacks with a problem-solving attitude.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate integrity, accountability, and respect in all interactions. Uphold organizational values in decision-making.
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Provide clear direction and feedback to team members. Build trust and foster open communication across levels

CONTACTS/KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships

• Works closely with Program, Finance, Logistics, and M&E teams to coordinate activities, align implementation, and report progress to management.

External Relationships

• Engages with government sectors, school officials, community leaders, and partners to implement CSE and GBV activities, and represents the organization in external meetings and forums.

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