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Assignment Type: South-South International VolunteerEligibility Requirements: Open to individuals who hold citizenship of a low or middle income country other than the country where the assignment is basedAssignment ID: VA-107219Assignment Title: Partnership and Resource Mobilization AdvisorPartner: Ghana Technical Vocational Education and Training ServiceCountry: GhanaDuration: 7 monthsTime Commitment: Full-time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about gender equality in the non-traditional trades sector? Do you have partnership and resource mobilization skills to share?As the Partnership and Resource Mobilization Advisor for the Ghana Technical Vocational Education and Training Service in Accra, Ghana, you will contribute to the development of strategic relations and partnerships between GTVET and stakeholders in Ghana’s technical and vocational sector. In this role, you will contribute to developing new partnerships and creating professional networks in the industry, and developing concept notes for funding opportunities.Apply today to have a positive impact on Ghana’s youth!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Research public and private sector organizations interested in promoting and supporting TVET education funding in Ghana</li><li>Recommend new and innovative partnerships for potential collaborations and stakeholder engagement, leading to funding opportunities</li><li>Support the partnership management and resource mobilization tracking mechanisms with an Excel sheet tracker</li><li>Support the development of strategies tailored to specific donors for funding support to the service&nbsp;</li><li>Support staff identify donor trend analysis and funding opportunities in Ghana’s TVET landscape</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have to report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and up to 2 years after to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree in Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field</li><li>Proven and demonstrated ability to develop fresh approaches and innovations</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-cultural environment</li><li>Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience in your field of expertise</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills, and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience in fundraising and proposal development is considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally is considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The new amalgamated TVET service known as the Ghana Technical Vocational Education and Training Service (GTVET brings on board extensive experience gained in providing its Mandate over 48 years of existence. The National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) was established as a statutory body by Act 351 of 1970 to coordinate at the national level, all aspects of vocational training including apprenticeship. This was the result of a comprehensive study of the country’s Manpower needs and facilities for skill training by a tripartite national manpower board set up as far back as 1967 comprising of government, industry and labor to plan an effective development and utilization of human resources in line with the expected socio-economic development of the country.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Partnership and Resource Mobilization Advisor |Ghana  |Volunteer Internationally

Position SummaryThe Manager, Marketing and Communications is responsible for developing and executing strategies that enhance the visibility of Mentor Canada through effective communications and marketing that articulate the organization’s impact, and increase stakeholder engagement to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role leads marketing and communication strategies, campaigns, content writing and brand management, while supervising the marketing and communications team. The Manager, Marketing and Communications supports the Mentor Canada team to cultivate and engage key influencers and audiences with well-constructed, dynamic communications. Additionally, the Manager oversees events, key marketing opportunities and initiatives, brand positioning and all communications to support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.&nbsp;Key ResponsibilitiesThe following outlines the key responsibilities of the Manager, Marketing and Communications:Marketing, Communications<ul><li>Develop and implement annual marketing and communications plan and multi-year strategy aligned with the organization’s goals.</li><li>Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with media, marketing and communications stakeholders, and vendors.</li><li>Plan and execute major fundraising and marketing campaigns to achieve the organizations mission and vision.</li><li>Research and implement innovative marketing and communications techniques, including social media, paid media, website and digital campaigns.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to align marketing and communications goals with organizational priorities and programs.</li><li>Lead and execute marketing and communications strategies focused on developing effective, high-impact marketing and communications, fundraising and donor engagement materials, including the annual general report, case for support documents, impact reports, newsletters, and website and communications content.</li><li>Lead the organization’s marketing, internal and external communications and brand integrity to ensure cohesive messaging across all stakeholder touchpoints, including website, email campaigns, social media, and media opportunities.</li><li>Track, analyze, and report on marketing and communications performance, using data-driven insights to improve future efforts.</li></ul>Content Writing &amp; Design<ul><li>Develop compelling marketing and communications materials that amplify the organization’s impact, to achieve its mission and vision. This includes external communications and marketing materials for funders, donors, partners and stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with program staff to gather data, impact stories, and budget details for marketing and communications materials.</li><li>Develop, implement and maintain a communications and marketing calendar to track deadlines, campaigns, and marketing schedules.</li><li>Lead and implement the organization’s social media strategy, social media plan and materials, including social media benchmarking and engagement expectations.</li></ul>Business Development &amp; Sponsorships<ul><li>Develop and execute the marketing and communications strategy, identifying potential partners aligned with the organization’s mission.</li><li>Prepare sponsorship proposals with corporate partners.</li><li>Identify new awareness-generating opportunities, including media, advertising opportunities and partnerships that support organizational growth.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to create compelling materials for government engagement and public policy strategies.</li></ul>Public Relations<ul><li>Establish and develop media and public relations as an integral part of Mentor Canada’s communications strategy in order to elevate the brand and status in the field;</li><li>Identify trends and monitor current events and influencers to anticipate opportunities for Mentor Canada to engage in and/or lead the national conversation on youth development and mentoring;</li><li>Develop a press outreach strategy, including the writing and distribution of press releases, thought leadership or op/ed pieces, press kits and materials, interview preparation, and responses to media requests;</li><li>Seek ways to connect and advance the mentoring field through shared campaigns, messaging, and issue elevation opportunities.</li></ul>Event Management &amp; Community Engagement<ul><li>Lead the planning and execution of the annual mentoring summit as well as other conferences, learning and special events.&nbsp;</li><li>Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising and donor engagement events, including galas, auctions, community fundraisers, awareness and appreciation events.</li><li>Develop event sponsorship packages and secure financial and in-kind contributions.</li><li>Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, budgeting, marketing, and volunteer coordination.</li><li>Build relationships with community stakeholders, ensuring the organization is well-represented in the community.</li><li>Represent the organization at networking events, speaking engagements, and public forums to build awareness and attract supporters.</li></ul>Financial Oversight and &nbsp;Reporting<ul><li>Develop and manage the marketing and communications budget in collaboration with the Executive Director ensuring cost-effective use of resources.</li><li>Work closely with finance to track revenue sponsorships, campaigns and donations.</li><li>Provide regular reports on marketing and communications performance to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.</li><li>Ensure marketing and communications compliance with charitable laws, financial reporting requirements, and donor agreements</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Post-secondary degree in Marketing and/or Communications, Public Relations, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.</li></ul>Skills and Experience<ul><li>Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in marketing and communications, media relations, branding, content writing, preferably in a non-profit setting.</li><li>Proven track record of leading and implementing compelling, impactful marketing and communications strategies and materials with demonstrated impact, KPI measurement.</li><li>Bilingualism (English and French) is a key asset and preferred;</li><li>Effective experience in media, government relations and engagement.</li><li>Experience planning and executing events and engagement initiatives.</li><li>Strong knowledge of grant writing, key messaging and content writing best practices.</li><li>Ability to write compelling &nbsp;social media, funding applications and conduct marketing &nbsp;research.</li><li>Strong ability to develop dynamic websites, video content and online communications.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills to engage and inspire engagement.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and fundraising/marketing initiatives effectively.</li><li>Ability to identify new marketing and communications opportunities and develop innovative approaches.</li><li>Experience with client management software (Salesforce), and software solutions to deliver and track dynamic marketing and communications strategies.</li></ul>Mentor Canada is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We sincerely appreciate your interest in this opportunity and thank you for responding. Mentor Canada will only contact those candidates being considered for an interview. By submitting your resume, you agree to Mentor Canada sharing your information with representatives of the organization responsible for the hiring process. Mentor Canada will keep your resume on file and protect your personal information in accordance with governing privacy legislation.

Mentor Canada (14173317 Canada Association)

Manager, Marketing and Communications

About CKUA&nbsp; CKUA is recognized as Canada’s first public broadcaster, and it continues to inspire and guide a world-wide community of loyal arts and culture enthusiasts along a journey of musical discovery every day. CKUA offers more than 45 expertly curated multi-genre musical programs, plus other enriching arts and cultural content on-air and online. CKUA serves 380 communities across Alberta with FM Radio and reaches listeners around the world with live-streaming and digital content through CKUA.com, the CKUA App, and social platforms. We are an inclusive, creative, hardworking group on a musical mission to enrich lives and support the arts.&nbsp;Director, Marketing &amp; Community Relations&nbsp;Location: Edmonton, AB | Hybrid | Full-Time&nbsp;About the Opportunity&nbsp;At CKUA, every note we play and every story we share is part of something bigger; a century-long conversation with our community. As we approach our 100th anniversary, we are looking for a Director, Marketing &amp; Community Relations to help lead how we take the stage in the world, ensuring our presence is as clear, engaging, and memorable as the music we share.&nbsp;This is not just about campaigns or events. It is about shaping the way people experience CKUA, from a listener hearing us for the first time, to a longtime supporter feeling more connected than ever. You will lead an integrated portfolio of marketing, communications, events, partnerships, and volunteer engagement, ensuring that everything we put into the world reflects our purpose, values, and cultural impact.&nbsp;Overseeing three managers and a department of approximately 20 people, including full-time, part-time, casual, and temporary team members, you will guide a talented and diverse team in delivering creative, high-impact work that connects CKUA with audiences and communities across Alberta and beyond.&nbsp;As an integral member of our senior leadership team, you will bring a collaborative, big-picture approach, connecting teams, aligning priorities, and ensuring CKUA’s story is told in harmony, where every note, from a social media post to a community event, works together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. You will help us tune every part of the organization to the same key, so our work resonates as one.&nbsp;How You’ll Make an Impact&nbsp;Your days will blend strategic leadership with hands-on collaboration in a role where creativity, connection, and momentum are part of the everyday rhythm. One day you might be shaping a province-wide audience engagement campaign; the next, ensuring a fundraising appeal, media interview, and a concert in CKUA’s Beresh Arts Den all share the same clear, consistent voice. You will work closely with colleagues across CKUA to align messaging, guide communications, and create experiences that connect with both new and longtime supporters.&nbsp;You will oversee both the creative and strategic sides of CKUA’s communications, from proactive storytelling and media engagement to responsive messaging when the moment calls for it. You will ensure our public voice is authentic, inclusive, and aligned, and you will keep internal communications clear and connected so our teams stay informed and engaged.&nbsp;You will guide your team with curiosity and care, supporting their growth while encouraging new ideas. You will keep your ear to the ground, listening to audiences, gathering insights, and ensuring our strategies stay in tune with the communities we serve.&nbsp;This is a role where strategy meets hands-on leadership. While you will set direction and guide the big picture, you will also roll up your sleeves, whether that is reviewing campaign creative, refining a press release, pitching in on a major event, or helping shape a public statement under deadline.&nbsp;&nbsp;Why Choose CKUA&nbsp;&nbsp;CKUA is a one-of-a-kind place where people bring both heart and expertise to what they do, and where culture, community, and curiosity are part of everyday life, whether that is in our historic Alberta Hotel building or at a music festival stage across the province. We are a registered charity and nonprofit public broadcaster with nearly a century of history and an even more exciting future ahead. Our programming connects people through music, stories, and a shared sense of wonder about the world.&nbsp;Here, you will be building something lasting, shaping how CKUA’s voice is heard, seen, and felt across Alberta and beyond. It is a future where culture thrives, artists are supported, and communities feel connected. You will work in an environment that blends strategy with spontaneity, and where success looks like collaboration, creativity, and shared impact.&nbsp;You will join a team of passionate, values-driven people who care about the work and the people doing it. This is a place where you can show up as yourself, contribute meaningfully, and help set the tempo for what comes next.&nbsp;What We Offer&nbsp;Purpose That Hits All the Right Notes – Lead work that fuels culture, connection, and creativity across Alberta.&nbsp;A Seat at the Strategy Table – Be part of shaping CKUA’s next chapter, with a voice that influences the big picture.&nbsp;Room to Make Your Mark – Bring your ideas to life and see them create lasting impact in communities across the province.&nbsp;A Role With Reach – Build relationships with artists, cultural leaders, media, and partners who are shaping Alberta’s creative future.&nbsp;A Workplace That Feels Like a Community – Join a team that values kindness, authenticity, and collaboration, where your work is seen and appreciated.&nbsp;Flexibility and Balance – A hybrid work model with room for autonomy, creativity, and meaningful work-life integration.&nbsp;Benefits That Back You Up – CKUA’s total rewards includes a comprehensive health and dental coverage, plus a pension plan.&nbsp;A Workspace with Character – Our historic downtown Edmonton building is full of warmth, history, and just the right number of vinyl records.&nbsp;Work That Leaves a Legacy – Play a key role in shaping CKUA’s next century and ensuring its cultural impact continues for generations to come.&nbsp;What You Bring&nbsp;You are a proven and trusted leader who thrives on connecting people, ideas, and priorities. You have led multi-disciplinary teams, built brands that resonate, and created strategies that inspire action. You understand how to move seamlessly between big-picture vision and hands-on execution.&nbsp;You are a natural collaborator who believes the best work happens when every part of the organization is playing from the same songbook. You know how to navigate complex projects, build meaningful partnerships, and keep messaging consistent, even when timelines are tight. You measure success not only through creative output but also through tangible results like audience growth, engagement, event participation, partner satisfaction, and brand strength.&nbsp;You bring expertise in both proactive and responsive communications, from media relations to internal updates, ensuring that every message strengthens connection and trust. Your leadership style is values-driven, inclusive, and grounded in the belief that creativity and strategy work best when they work together.&nbsp;If you see yourself shaping CKUA’s voice, connecting communities, and leading with both vision and heart, this might be your next stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additional Information&nbsp;This is a full-time position based in CKUA’s downtown Edmonton office, located in the historic Alberta Hotel and offering a hybrid working environment. The salary range for this position starts at $100,400 per year and includes a comprehensive benefits package. While we know salary is important, CKUA offers more than just a paycheque, you’ll be joining a creative, community-focused workplace and benefiting from a strong total rewards program.&nbsp;How to Apply&nbsp;If you’re ready to bring your heart, mind, and storytelling leadership across marketing, communications, and community connection to an organization that unites people through music, arts, and culture, we’d love to hear from you.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please apply online at <a href="https://ckua.com/careers/&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://ckua.com/careers/&amp;nbsp</a>; This position will be posted until our unicorn (read: ideal candidate) is found. &nbsp;CKUA welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We are particularly interested in and encourage applications from equity-seeking communities, including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.&nbsp;CKUA is a donor-supported arts organization that inspires and connects through the power of music, arts, culture and story. With a focus on musical discovery, we showcase the best creative work from Alberta and beyond and deliver it on-air, online and in-person.&nbsp;In the spirit of our journey to promote reconciliation, we honour the truth of the shared history and acknowledge that we operate on Treaty 6 and Treaty 7 territories.&nbsp;Treaty 6 territory is the traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakoda, Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway, Saulteaux/Anishinaabe and many others whose histories, languages and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community of Amiskwaciwaskahigan, also known as Edmonton. Treaty 7 is the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy which includes the Siksika, Kainai and Pikani, the Tsuut’ina and the Stoney Nakoda nations including the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Wesley nations. We also recognize the Métis people and the Inuit who make their home in Mohkins’tsis, also known as Calgary.&nbsp;

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