NATIONAL  SERVICE  PERSONNEL(VIRTUAL ASSISTANT) HYBRID

Position Overview 

We are seeking an exceptional virtual assistant to serve as national service personnel supporting our remote social enterprise. Our organisation is dedicated to empowering youth and women through comprehensive digital literacy programmes, creating pathways to economic independence and professional development in the digital economy.

This role offers ambitious graduates a structured opportunity to contribute meaningfully to social impact work whilst developing professionally through hands-on experience, dedicated mentorship, and exposure to high-level stakeholder engagement in the youth and women empowerment sector.

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborate effectively with a distributed remote team to deliver assigned projects and tasks to deadline

• Represent the founder at conferences, stakeholder meetings, and professional events with appropriate briefing and authority

• Conduct research and provide analytical support for ongoing organisational initiatives, particularly related to digital literacy and empowerment programmes

• Manage communications, scheduling, and correspondence on behalf of senior leadership

• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for internal and external audiences, including donors, partners, and beneficiaries

• Coordinate with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders to facilitate project delivery and programme implementation

• Monitor and respond to organisational communications across multiple platforms

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational protocols

• Support content creation for digital platforms, including social media management focused on youth and women's empowerment narratives

• Contribute to the development and implementation of digital marketing strategies to amplify organisational impact and reach target beneficiaries

• Identify process improvements and recommend efficiency gains across workflows

• Assist with grant writing/applications, reporting, and stakeholder communication as required

• Execute email marketing initiatives on behalf of founder

Qualifications 

Required  

• First class honors degree or strong upper second class honors (2:1) 

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Outstanding written communication skills with demonstrated attention to detail

• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision whilst contributing effectively to team objectives

• Self-starter mentality with strong initiative and proactive approach to task management

• Highly organised with excellent time management and prioritisation skills

• Advanced IT literacy and proficiency across standard software platforms (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)

• Comfortable working with AI tools and chatbots for productivity enhancement

• Strong verbal communication and public speaking abilities

• Confident and professional social media presence and digital communication skills

• Currently residing in Accra and the duration of National service with reliable, high-speed internet connectivity at place of residence

• Genuine passion for social impact work and commitment to youth and women's empowerment

 Desirable 

• Familiarity with project management and collaborative tools (Trello, Jira, Asana, Monday.com)

• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python, R, JavaScript, or similar)

• Demonstrated research experience, including academic or professional research projects

• Keen interest in research methodologies and academic publication processes, particularly in development, education, or technology sectors

• Knowledge of digital marketing principles, SEO, content marketing, or paid advertising

• Graphic design skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma, or equivalent)

• Proven track record of leadership roles and volunteering experience in academic or community settings

Benefits 

• Majority of remote working arrangement with flexible scheduling

• Training in high-demand digital marketing skills with commercial applicability

• Meaningful contribution to social impact work, improving the lives of youth and women

• Mentorship programme with dedicated coaching sessions

• Direct access to influential leaders and decision-makers across social impact, technology, and development sectors

• Opportunities to attend local and international conferences and professional events focused on digital inclusion and empowerment

• Opportunity to be placed in a future international remote work based on performance

• Internationally recognised work experience in the social enterprise and development sector to enhance CV competitiveness

• Professional references and recommendations from senior leadership

• Comprehensive personal development programme tailored to individual career goals

• Broad skill development across research, communications, project management, digital marketing, and programme delivery

• Opportunity to co-author research publications

• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and international best practices in remote work 

• Professional development in interview techniques, CV writing, and career progression strategies

Application Process 

Interested candidates will need to:

Complete the official application form in full

Provide one academic reference from a faculty member

Provide one professional reference from a non-family member

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit an aptitude assessment

We particularly encourage female applicants to apply, even if you do not fully meet 100% of the job requirements. 

Apply by 25th October, 2025 to the Application link: Application Link Click👆

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