Position Title: Executive Director
Duration: 2 years (possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kumasi, Ghana
Young People We Care (YPWC) is looking for a responsible and motivated person who will be the Executive Director of the organization. The Executive Director will responsible for the overall coordination of YPWC’s activities and provide strong leadership to YPWC’s team of staff and volunteers, as well as manage resources to ensure that the implementation of programmes meets the required objectives within the agreed time and budget frames. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Board of Directors and Advisory Board.
YPWC is a registered youth-led and youth-focused organization that is headquartered in Ghana, with additional satellite offices in the United Kingdom and Canada. The organization is operated by a combination of young people (aged 10 to 35 years) and adult allies working on youth and development related issues worldwide. The mission of YPWC is: to educate and inform youth on global issues; inspire them to take action; encourage youth participation in global issues; identify and build sustainable partnerships aimed at youth development; and provide young people with the tools and resources required for effective action.
The YPWC office is run by about 6-15 young people from all around the world. The staff and volunteers live and work together in a communal atmosphere. The successful applicants for the position of Executive Director should look forward to living in a diverse environment. Willingness to work as part of a team and adaptability are prerequisites. A strong sense of responsibility is also required.
This position is open to both Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians alike.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Executive Director will be expected to take on the following roles and responsibilities:
- Initiating and developing resourcing strategies, management practice and thematic projects related to youth;
- Planning, reviewing and monitoring work linked to youth, migration, environment and development and writing concept notes/funding proposals;
- Working and networking with local, regional and continental partners;
- Representing YPWC in different forums at policy levels and providing leadership;
- Submission, on time, of narrative mission and quarterly reports that support financial statements;
- Delegation of authority and roles to staff and volunteer members of the team;
- Other terms and conditions of employment will apply.
Key Required Competencies/Qualifications
The successful candidate must have:
- A minimum education of undergraduate degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration;
- Programme design and proposal writing skills;
- Good fundraising, research skills, report-writing, excellent financial management and proven high level of analytical skills;
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with a proactive attitude;
- Good team player and ability to develop a sound working relationship with colleagues of different cultural and professional backgrounds;
- Fluent in English and able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing;
- Knowledge of youth and development issues is a plus.
Duty Post, Duration and Fee
The job offer will be based in Kumasi, Ghana. The position will start on 5th August 2010, although this is open to negotiation if required. This position is open to both Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians alike. The successful candidate will be appointed on a full-time fixed term contract, subject to satisfactory completion of six months’ probation. Remuneration is negotiable, based on qualifications, experience, and other consideration. YPWC will provide accommodation and food for successful international applicants.
Application deadline: Applications are accepted on rolling bases. i.e. as at when YPWC gets a successful applicant to occupy the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
For more information about the work of YPWC please look at: www.ypwc.org
If interested please send your CV and covering letter to vip@ypwc.org with the subject line “YPWC Job Vacancy Application-Executive Director”
