Vacancy: Advocacy Officer

Company Profile

The VTF Programme is a non-profit organization committed to promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana and employment of the youth for sustainable livelihood. 

Job Description

VTF is in search of a well-motivated individual with some understanding of the TVET sector for the position of an ADVOCACY OFFICER.

 

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyse and evaluate global policies on TVET


• Coordinate the establishment of an advocacy team who will follow through the TVET policy development and implementation


• Lead the establishment of the regional networks of likeminded persons and institutions in the TVET sector


• Constitute a media coalition on exposed knowledge and status of the TVET sector to aid in accurate reportage and induce public understanding


• Coordinate the organisation of stakeholder consultations on the state of the TVET policy and implementation


• Develop programmes and activities to Influence decision makers 


• Organize education and awareness creation programmes to promote increased knowledge and understanding of the TVET sector


• Support in the development of training and capacity building  programmes for the youth


• Develop press releases, official statements and opinion pieces


• Support resource mobilization efforts, proposal writing and related engagements


• Write reports and document for periodic submission to stakeholders

Required Skills or Experience

• At least a good first degree in social sciences, communication studies, development studies or a related field


• A master’s degree will be an advantage 


• Demonstrates understanding of the TVET landscape in Ghana


• Knowledgeable in policy development and analysis


• At least 5 years’ experience working in a development related field


• Strong communication and presentation skills 


• Excellent facilitation and coordination skills


• Good report writing and research skills