Since 2004, Internews’ Earth Journalism Network has been working to support journalists to cover the environment more effectively, prioritizing those from low- and middle-income countries. Using a model that combines capacity and network building, EJN now has more than 34,000 members worldwide and has trained more than 17,700 journalists and supported the production of more than 16,500 media stories on a wide range of environmental topics.
To enable more reporting on ocean issues globally, we launched the Ocean Media Initiative, which has supported journalists, newsrooms and other media organizations around the world to report on ocean issues such as pollution, fisheries, biodiversity, extractive industries and conservation targets. Beginning in late 2025, EJN is embarking on a two-year project to support journalists globally—with a special focus on Ghana, Philippines and Mexico—to report on the 30x30 marine conservation target, which aims to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030.
With less than five years to go to achieve this target, just 2.7% of the ocean is currently highly or fully protected. Adopted as part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework in 2022, this target will be met by the creation—and effective management—of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) within country boundaries and in the high seas, and Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs). Over 190 countries agreed on the target, with the understanding that if 30% of the ocean is allowed to recover and build resilience, this would in turn support the marine ecosystem to adapt to the compound strains of extractive human activity and climate change.
As part of this work, EJN is seeking a part-time (50%) Ghana Country Coordinator to lead our on-ground and virtual activities in Ghana, as well as provide strategic planning and operational support to the two-year project. This position will report to the Program Officer in Internews’ US office and collaborate with colleagues globally.
There is a possibility for future or increased work opportunities as Internews/EJN plans to expand its activities in Ghana and West Africa, but that is not guaranteed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, with other duties upon request:
The specific tasks include, but are not limited to the following:
·Plan and manage logistics for events in Ghana which may include, but is not limited to scheduling Zoom sessions, organizing event registration and securing expert speakers for virtual workshops, webinars, and other events
·Assist in arranging travel, catering and lodging, and liaising with team members to coordinate any travel associated with the project
·Assist in the hiring of local journalism trainers to support journalists and organizational grantees, and to produce tipsheets or toolkits
·Liaise with and promote project opportunities to journalists, media houses, networks and communicators in Ghana to encourage applications
·Participate in grant judging processes, which includes reviewing applications, conducting interviews and participating in final decision-making calls
·Provide programmatic and operational support to both organizational and individual grantees, including advising on program activities, liaising with Internews’ US office to facilitate payments, and troubleshooting challenges with support from the EJN Program Officer
·Conduct routine monitoring and evaluation work, including carrying out and ensuring participation in pre- and post-surveys, conducting survey analysis, facilitating impact tracking, and keeping records of Ghana program activities to submit them to EJN’s database on a regular basis
·Support the production of communications materials about the project, including social media, newsletters, tipsheets and funder reports
·Network with current and potential funders and partners in Ghana, and with other Internews/EJN projects in Ghana
·Attend regular virtual team and project meetings to give updates on Ghana programs
·As requested, participate in strategy and planning sessions for the project
·In all duties, uphold Internews’ Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
Experience with organizing workshops or similar meetings, ideally for journalism or media.
Strong network of journalists and media organizations in Ghana, and an understanding of the media landscape.
Experience with project administration and/or coordination.
Proven ability to operate in a multicultural and remote work environment.
Proven ability to work both independently and as an effective team-member.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with proficiency in any other languages spoken in the region a plus.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Willingness to work and take meetings outside normal business hours, and to travel several times a year to support EJN activities within Ghana.
Preferred
Work or educational experience in media, environmental issues or international development.
Prior experience working for an international nonprofit or in the international development sector.
Previous administrative, financial, and/or monitoring and evaluation of similar projects.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal color perception and close vision for use of computer terminal and reading printed and electronic materials. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the risk of radiation from regular exposure to computer VDTs.
Expected office hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Some evening meetings may be required.
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