Executive & Governance Coordinator

About the role

The Executive & Governance Coordinator supports the National Director of World Vision Ghana in ensuring the office runs smoothly and that governance processes are transparent and compliant. The role bridges senior leadership, the Board and external partners, handling administration, reporting and travel logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate the National Director’s office, managing communications, documents and workflow with direct reports, the Board and external partners.
• Maintain the department calendar, schedule meetings, and organise local and international travel for staff and donors.
• Oversee electronic and paper filing systems, take accurate minutes of Senior Leadership Team and Board meetings, and ensure timely distribution of agendas and minutes.
• Compile monthly and quarterly reports for the National Director and support their preparation for Board review.
• Plan and execute donor visits, stakeholder trips and other events, handling logistics from start to finish.
• Support governance and compliance by updating corporate governance frameworks, managing registers of interest, conflicts and gifts, and assisting with audit preparation.
• Manage general office resources, including equipment, furniture and purchase requests.

Required profile

• Six years of relevant experience, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
• First‑degree qualification in Business Studies or Social Sciences.
• Strong planning, organising and interpersonal skills, with advanced report‑writing ability.
• Committed Christian able to participate in daily devotions and weekly chapel services.
• Fluent spoken and written English; proficiency in French is an advantage.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.