Facilitator, Woodwork & Joinery

About the role

The African Centre for Technical Training (ACTT) is looking for a Facilitator for its Woodwork & Joinery programme in Adenta, Accra. The facilitator leads teaching and training sessions inside and outside the classroom, following ACTT's competency-based learning approach. The position reports to the Vice President, Training & Quality Assurance, and is full-time or part-time on a 1-year renewable contract.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging training sessions aligned with competency-based learning
• Schedule and coordinate practical woodwork and joinery projects, assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion
• Maintain high standards in course delivery, trainee engagement, assessment and use of tools and technologies
• Run a feedback system to gather trainee input and continuously improve training content and delivery
• Give constructive feedback and hands-on guidance to trainees
• Manage woodwork materials and equipment, monitor inventory and reorder when needed
• Keep accurate records of training activities, work orders, project timelines and evaluation reports
• Prepare reports on course deliverables, trainee performance and training outcomes with improvement recommendations
• Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures and institutional policies
• Support a collaborative team environment and promote a culture of excellence
• Oversee maintenance and repair of campus woodwork and carpentry infrastructure, including furniture and workshop fixtures, and repair tools and equipment

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or HND in a relevant trade such as Wood Technology, Furniture Design, Carpentry or Construction
• Proven hands-on industry experience in woodwork and joinery
• Teaching or training experience, ideally in a competency-based or vocational setting
• Commitment to safety, precision and quality craftsmanship
• Organized, with strong record-keeping and reporting skills
• Comfortable in a start-up environment and a participatory community
• Nice to have: CTVET or external regulator accreditation as a facilitator, and fluency in English, Twi, Ewe, Ga, Hausa, French or others

Required skills

• Proficiency with woodworking tools, machines and materials
• Digital tool literacy and openness to new technologies
• Communication, teamwork and time management