Job Title: Programs & Development Associate

Location:Accra, Ghana (In Person)
Reports To:Programs & Operations Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026

Programs and Development Associate

About Africa Dyslexia Organization (ADO)

The Africa Dyslexia Organization (ADO) is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting awareness, research, and support for individuals with dyslexia and related learning differences across Africa. We work to ensure inclusive education, influence policy, and provide practical resources for teachers, parents, and learners. Our mission is to create a society where every individual with dyslexia is empowered to thrive.

1.Role Summary

The Programs & Development Associate supports ADO’s programme delivery while contributing to organizational development, fundraising, and strategic growth initiatives. The role requires someone who can manage programme operations while also supporting the design of new projects, proposal development, partnerships engagement, and reporting.

This position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who is passionate about inclusive education and eager to grow within a high-impact nonprofit environment.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Programme Coordination & Delivery
  • Support the planning, preparation, and implementation of ADO programmes including trainings, workshops, research projects, screening initiatives, and conferences.
  • Assist in developing programme tools, agendas, schedules, and participant materials.
  • Coordinate communication with schools, teachers, facilitators, and partner organizations.
  • Provide logistical and administrative support for all programme activities, both virtual and in-person.
  • Track programme milestones, outputs, and key performance indicators.
B. Development, Fundraising & Partnerships Support
  • Support the preparation of grant proposals, concept notes, donor presentations, and pitch decks.
  • Conduct desk research on potential donors, partners, and funding opportunities.
  • Assist in drafting and editing organizational profiles, programme briefs, and impact updates.
  • Prepare donor stewardship documents including thank-you letters, updates, and annual summaries.
  • Maintain a database of partners, allies, donors, and stakeholders.
C. Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Reporting
  • Collect and organize programme data such as attendance, assessments, beneficiary feedback, and M&E indicators.
  • Support the maintenance of programme dashboards and development metrics.
  • Assist in preparing reports for internal use and donor submission.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of programme activities, photographs, attendance sheets, and field notes.
D. Operations & Organizational Support
  • Ensure programme logistics including procurement, vendor management, scheduling, and administrative coordination.
  • Maintain organized shared drives, programme folders, and document repositories.
  • Support communications tasks such as drafting simple updates, coordinating with designers, and providing content for social media when needed.
  • Assist with coordination of volunteers, ambassadors, fellows, and external partners. 
3. Required Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 1–3 years of professional experience in programme coordination, nonprofit development, fundraising, or project management.
  • Strong writing and research abilities, with experience drafting proposals or reports.
  • Understanding of or interest in inclusive education, literacy, disability inclusion, or child development.
4. Skills & Competencies
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
  • Good analytical abilities and research skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and basic project management tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and strong documentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and maintain professional relationships.
  • Creativity and initiative in supporting fundraising and programme development.
5. Personal Attributes
  • Passionate about education, child development, and disability inclusion.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and a fast learner.
  • Professional, reliable, and committed to ADO’s mission.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
6. Remuneration

Competitive salary aligned with ADO’s associate-level compensation structure. Includes opportunities for professional growth, learning, and participation in ADO programmes and events.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience and motivation for the role) to job@africadyslexia.org by December 10, 2025, at the latest. Please use the subject line: Application – Programs & Operations Associate.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The Africa Dyslexia Organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, or any other status. We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.


Africa Dyslexia Organisation is a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt charitable organisation registered in the United States (EIN 99-3270841).

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