Fundraising & Events Coordinator

Description

OIF’s Board is a working board, requiring an estimated 5-10 hours per month. This includes

board meetings, committee work, and other engagements.

Role:

• To ensure that Okyerema International Foundation fulfills its responsibilities, operates effectively, and acts in accordance with the principles of being ethical, accountable, collaborative and proactive.
• To provide guidance, expertise and leadership to OIF which enables risks to be assessed and managed. The Board is collectively responsible for the long-term success of the organization.

Responsibilities

• The Board is responsible for governing the affairs of OIF, including but not limited to: provide guidance on the financial strategy for the organization, approve budgets, financial statements and operational plans, appoint the executive committee of the Board.
• Board Members are a resource to the President and the volunteer teams and committees. The Board will utilize their own skills, experiences and professional development to enhance and grow the work of OIF to fulfill its mission and mandate.

Time Commitment

• 5 to 10 hours per month, inclusive of a Board meetings and committee/special project meetings, fundraising events, and stakeholder engagement.
• Term: 2 years, renewable.
• Board meetings are held every 4 to 6 weeks, virtually via Zoom or other online meeting site and are approximately 1 – 1.5 hrs. duration
• Committee meeting schedules will be determined by the committee members
• Special or emergency meetings may be arranged as needed

Desired Skills and Experience

We seek candidates with expertise in areas such as finance, accounting, fundraising, community engagement, strategic planning, governance, and risk management.

About Us

Okyerema International Foundation (OIF) is a Canadian-registered non-profit charitable

organization that has been dedicated to supporting the scholastic dreams of underprivileged

students in Ghana for over 12 years (2010). It is rooted in the belief that education is the key to

breaking the cycle of poverty.

​We are a small but determined grassroots organization born from the compassion and firsthand

experience of our founder and president, Paul Ameyaw. Growing up in the Techiman

Metropolitan of Ghana, Paul witnessed many childrens’ challenges in accessing education. Paul is determined to make a difference; he took action by raising funds to provide bursaries that

help underprivileged students stay in school and pursue their dreams.

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Through community-driven fundraising efforts, OIF has supported numerous students on their

academic journeys. After a brief pause post-COVID, the Foundation has been reignited with a

passionate team of volunteers, working towards building a fully operational support system.

With renewed energy, we are committed to bridging the gap in education access—one bursary

at a time.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter outlining their relevant experience and

skills, and a current resume to the attention of:

Paul Ameyaw

Email: info@okyeremafoundation.org