JOB VACANCY: 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 Association’s 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 – 25.
• 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: 15th August, 2025
• People living with HIV/AIDS and disability are eligible and encouraged to apply
• PPAG believes in the protection of Child and Vulnerable Adults