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 seeking to recruit a dynamic and creative Communications Officer to support the implementation of the Automotive Service Excellence and Youth Empowerment Project. The role will lead project-level communications to enhance visibility, credibility, and impact, while supporting influencing, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement objectives.

ABOUT YOU

The Communications Officer is responsible for designing and implementing effective communication strategies that promote project objectives, innovations, and outcomes within the automotive TVET and youth empowerment space. The role supports both internal and external communications, media engagement, content creation, and brand alignment, ensuring that project messages are consistent, compelling, and aligned with Plan International standards.

Working closely with the Project Manager, project teams, and the Country Office Communications function, the Communications Officer will translate technical project work into accessible, ethical, and high-quality communication products that strengthen awareness, trust, and stakeholder engagement.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• The Communications Officer will be responsible for the following:
• Development and implementation of project communication plans
• Media engagement, press liaison, and visibility support
• Content creation, storytelling, and multimedia production
• Internal communications and coordination with country communications teams
• Branding, visibility, and compliance with Plan International guidelines
• Media monitoring, analysis, and reporting
• Support to influencing, advocacy, and policy communication initiatives
• Capacity-building support in communication and media engagement

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Development, or a related field
• 2–4 years’ professional experience in communications, journalism, or media roles, preferably within the non-profit, development, or automotive sector
• Experience supporting communications for donor-funded or multi-stakeholder projects is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English
• Proven experience in multimedia content production (photography, videography, video and photo editing)
• Experience managing organisational social media platforms and using analytics tools
• Ability to produce IEC materials, case studies, human-interest stories, and media products
• Soft Skills
• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• High ethical judgement, particularly when working with vulnerable populations
• Creativity, adaptability, and initiative in fast-paced environments
• Strong alignment with child rights, gender equality, and safeguarding principles

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The role operates within a typical office environment and requires regular field engagement with project partners, TVET institutions, and communities. Travel of approximately 30% is required within the Programme Impact and Influencing Area.

LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN

Mid contact – the role involves occasional interaction with children. All engagement must comply fully with Plan International’s safeguarding and child protection policies.

If you are interested in this position, please refer to this link for the full job profile and application details: Full Job Description - Project Communications Officer - A.S.E.Y.E. Project 2026.docx

Location: Ho (Volta Region)

Type of Role: Communications, Branding & Public Relations

Reports to: Project Manager

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 3rd, February, 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.