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School Community Engagement Officers

JOB SUMMARY

Company Confidential
Industry NGO/IGO/INGO
Category Advertising/P...
Location Bawku, Tempan...
Job Status Full-time
Salary GH¢ 
Education First Degree
Experience 2 years
Job Expires May 31, 2023
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Job Description

A reputable non-governmental organization within the framework of a consortium led by CARE is implementing the USAID funded Strengthening Accountability in Ghana’s Education System (SAGES) project in selected districts of the Upper East Region. The SAGES project will contribute to improve primary education service delivery through institutionalizing accountability in the Ghanaian primary education system. The activity will support efforts led by the Government of Ghana (GOG), the Ministry of Education (MOE) and its agencies/affiliates, to strengthen the enabling environment for education accountability and increase the performance of the education system.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are seeking candidates for the role of School Community Engagement Officer for the SAGES project in selected districts of the Upper East Region. 

Role Summary 
The School Community Engagement Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of a robust school community engagement strategy, with a particular focus on building relationships with Heads of Public Basic Schools, local community leaders, partners, and education service providers.  He or she will work closely with the School Community Engagement Coordinator to assist in the overall coordination of project activities to ensure adhererance to project plans and achievemnet of project objectives in the designated district.  

This position will be based in 4 ( Bawku, Tempane, Garu and Bawku West) Municiplaity/Districts in Upper East Region.

Key Responsibilities for this role:

  • Participate in community entry and stakeholder mobilisation processes.  
  • Support the school Community Engagement Coordinator to cultivate and promote positive relationships with members of the school community inclusing GES staff, PTAs, Teachers, Opinion Leaders and other stakeholders to facilitate the execution of the project plan in select districts. 
  • Facilitate engeagement sessions with school head, teachers and community eaders. 
  • Work collaboratively with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to monitor and conduct data collection activities in the school communities. 
  • Team-up with the School Community Engagement Coordinator in organizing workshops, courses and other field activites.  
  • Conduct site visits of schools and district offices as requested ad as needed.
  • Coordinate events with members of the school community as needed.
  • Support the School Community Engagement Coordinator to conduct various surveys involving GES officicials, teachers, parents, students, and other stakeholders in the education sector in specific districts.
  • Sensitize stakeholders within the communities on project objectives of SAGES and expected outcomes and obtain buy-in of stakeholders for key project activities/events. 
  • Scheduling and facilitating community events and meetings, including town halls, public forums, and workshops.  
  • Coordinating activites with local government agencies, businesses, schools, and other school community organisations. 
  • Participate in the implementation of the communicationsand marketing plans for each event in the assigned location.
  • Monitor communica engagement actiivities, contribute to reports, and participate in project evaluations 

Required Skills or Experience

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of school community groups and strong ambition to connect with groups
  • Understanding of the basic education delivery in Ghana

Experience

  • Minimum of two years proven results with the management of small and large events
  • Marketing and/or media relations experience is an asset

Key Competencies

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in the use of all Microsoft Office applications 
  • Public speaking skills and comfortable working with groups, (small and large)
  • Knowledge of school community groups and strong ambition to connect with groups
  • Strong interpersonal skills in establishing successful working relationships both internally and externally
  • Proven ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels stakeholders
  • Strong organizational (time management), analytical, and problem solving skills
  • Ability to multi-task, manage and meet tight deadlines
  • Must be able to work well independently and as a member of a team
  • Knowledge and understanding of the local setting/context and cultural dynamics of the project operational areas
  • Must be willing to reside and work in the designated districts
  • Must understand at least one of the dominant languages in the operational districts
  • Personal suitability is an important consideration

Qualifications
A degree or equivalent experience in communications, public relations or event management

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