COMMUNITY FACILITATOR - RFC

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Plan international Ghana is looking to employ the services of a highly skilled, experienced and qualified professional in the role of Community Field Facilitators for ABOCFA (Aponoapono) and Asetenapa (Obretema) in the Suhum Municipality.
This position will help facilitate and advance Plan International’s engagement with target communities, program beneficiaries as well as key stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU
The Community Field Facilitators will work with stakeholders at the community /district levels to support the implementation of the Project’s activities, Facilitate and supervise project activities in the project location and communities within the ABOCFA (Aponoapono) and Asetenapa (Obretema)communities
The Community Field Facilitator will be responsible for coordinating quality programming and results, financial management and compliance, stakeholder and partner relations, and donor deliverables at community level.

He/she is responsible for program planning, implementation, and reporting in compliance with donor and government agreements. The post-holder will be based in the project location and communities within the ABOCFA (Aponoapono) and Asetenapa (Obretema)communities the Suhum Municipality for approximately 90% of her/his time.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications & Experience 

• Diploma/ High National Diploma (HND) in a relevant area e.g. Community Development, Development Studies, Social Studies. A degree in Public Health or relevant area would be an advantage. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and other ICT skills 
• Previous experience in community mobilization and engagement 

Key skills & Competencies 

• Skills in community organization and meeting facilitation 
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and with multi- and interdisciplinary teams 
• Must have valid Motorbike license and experience in ridding in rough terrain 
• Proficiency in reading and speaking any of the following languages: Akuapem Twi, Asanti Twi, Krobo 
• Should be familiar with the culture of project districts 
• Ability to drive motor bike is an added advantage; 
• Strong knowledge of the Rights of Child; 
• Strong team-building and motivational skills; 
• Strong negotiating, facilitating and influencing skills 

Personal Attributes 

• Ability to work under little or no supervision for long hours 
• Good team player and a forward-looking person 
• Strong initiative and ability to resolve problems with little supervision; 
• Proven strategic thinking skills; 
• Excellent communications skills: Written, interpersonal and presentational

Location: Suhum

Type of Role: Project Field facilitation

Reports to: Project Manager

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 8th October, 2024