VACANCY – YOUTH ACTION MOVEMENT (YAM) COORDINATOR

POSITION: YOUTH ACTION MOVEMENT (YAM) COORDINATOR
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 Mobilization and Proposal Writing
• Assist in proposal writing, fundraising, and resource mobilization efforts to support project sustainability and growth.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals. • Mobilize Resource from various organizations for YAM activities.
General Duties • Prepare YAM annual Programme, annual report and budget. • Promote the advancement of the Associations mission and objectives • Any other responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor.
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 in the use of computer • 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 initiatives. • Have an excellent interpersonal and human relations • 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 – 24. • Be a paid-up YAM member for a minimum of 2 years.
All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), including two referees and cell phone numbers to:
recruitment@ppag-gh.org
Only shortlisted applicants will be shortlisted for an interview.
Closing Date: 11th July, 2024
• People living with HIV/AIDS and disability are eligible and encouraged to apply
• PPAG believes in the protection of Child and Vulnerable Adults