Vacancy: Communications Manager

Company Profile

PPAG is the leading non-governmental organization working in the field of sexual and reproductive health to advance the rights of people, including young people and ensure access to and utilization of sexual and reproductive health information and services to improve their health status. PPAG was established in 1957 and has since implemented several programmes in Ghana to promote sexual and reproductive health of men, women, young people and families. PPAG works in all regions of Ghana with different projects being implemented in different communities and districts. The Association also operates with some 11 clinics and Young & Wise centers as well as through several franchise holders who serve as platforms to expand coverage and increase access to sexual and reproductive health services by our potential clients.

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Communications Manager for PPAG. The Communications Manager will report to the Head of Centre of Excellence and Youth Programmes as well as liaise with the Advocacy Coordinator/Manager. The Communications Manager will supervise the Content Editor in the performance of his/her functions and also provide technical support and guidance to various staff performing communications roles including, Brands/Project Officers and Youth Volunteers. Communications Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead implementation of PPAGs communication plan and strategy in order to improve the organizations visibility and increase brand awareness.


• Lead the design, review and implementation of PPAGs Communications system including with external and internal partners and stakeholders


• Develop/Coordinate and edit communication materials such as newsletters, blogs, press releases and similar marketing materials in order to promote PPAGs programmes and services.


• Manage PPAGs Website and digital communications and platforms and ensure they are up to date with the Associations activities


• Work with Centre of Excellence Manager and Team to development Knowledge Hub Documentation tools and content


• Support the development communications plan for youth programme initiatives and projects (YAM, Young & Wise, Sista’s, Girl Boss, Yenkasa, etc.)


• Incorporate Public Release, Digital and Traditional Communications/Marketing efforts into PPAGs work.


• Measure and analyse current communications efforts.


• Oversee and allocate the annual communications budget and ensure its use is fully maximized.


• Work with different departments and programmes leads to generate new ideas and innovative strategies to drive the organizations communication and brands promotions.


• Provide guidance and technical expertise for change management communications.


• Develop and manage relationships with key media players to secure and grow traditional media and online media presence/coverage.


• Write press releases for local, national and international media.


• Monitor press releases that relate to company’s brand Amplify opportunities for positive Public Release.


• Drive employees' share of voice through proper corporate communications.


• Ensure communications consistency among different programmes and stakeholders.


• Develop, plan, implement and monitor the company’s internal communication strategy.


• Communicate brand values to both internal and external customers and stakeholders.


• Prepare detailed quarterly media activity reports.


• Use communications technology to boost productivity.


• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by Management

Required Skills or Experience

Minimum required qualification and skills:

• At least 5 years of experience working in a similar role.


• Bachelor’s degree in development communications, journalism, public relations, economics or other relevant field.


• A Master’s Degree in Development Communications is an advantage


• Proven strong presentation and communication skills.


• Knowledge and understanding of communications practices, tools and techniques including for online and social media.


• Highly developed project and time management skills Other Requirements


• Other professional trainings in various communications disciplines (public relations, brand communication, advertisement, digital communications, etc.) required


• Membership of professional communications bodies an advantage


• Proactivity, self-motivation and the ability to meet deadlines


• Creativity in developing relevant content


• Media engagement and relations skills


• Graphic design skills/experience is an added advantage