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Meet the Team Behind JA Ghana

Dedicated professionals working together to empower Ghana's youth for economic success.

Leadership

Board of Directors

Our board provides strategic guidance and ensures JA Ghana fulfills its mission to empower young Ghanaians.

Frances Baaba Ofori

I am an Integrated Marketing Communication specialist with over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. I have served in several marketing and commercial roles in my career. My forte in corporate and public affairs communication has led to successful stakeholder engagement with investors, customers, local communities, NGOs, and the government.

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Frances Baaba Ofori

BOARD CHAIR

SIMI NWOGUGU

President & CEO, Junior Achievement Africa | Winner of the 2023 Africa Education Medal | Founder, 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) Campaign | Champion for Youth Empowerment and Education Across Africa

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SIMI NWOGUGU

BOARD MEMBER

KOMI KLU

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KOMI KLU

BOARD MEMBER

RUBY GOLO

Experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the International Trade and Investment space for many years. Strong business development professional skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Business Development, and International Business.

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RUBY GOLO

BOARD MEMBER

DOROTHY MENSAH

DOROTHY MENSAH

BOARD MEMBER

TITI ACCAM

Non-Executive Board Member | Partnerships | Joint Ventures | General Management | Leadership Development | Author Proven leader with extensive experience at the strategic and operational levels in strategy, commercial, financial management and performance measurement.

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TITI ACCAM

BOARD MEMBER

DR. ERIC NKANSAH

A transformational leader, digital innovator, and advocate for inclusive education, Dr. Nkansah is deeply committed to leveraging education, technology, and leadership excellence to drive national and global development.

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DR. ERIC NKANSAH

ADVISOR

ANGELA AFFRAN

Experienced Manager of Management and evaluation with a demonstrated history of working at the local and state level, with a focus on workforce development programs in the construction industry. Skilled in Microsoft Excel program planning/implementation/evaluation/Leadership and evaluation; policy analysis and development (i. state legislative and community level); Microsoft Office; evaluation/proposal writing; and proposal development including budgeting, contract negotiations, marketing and publicity for projects of all sizes

ANGELA AFFRAN

BOARD MEMBER

JOSHUA MORTOTI

JOSHUA MORTOTI

BOARD MEMBER

Our Team

Management & Staff

The dedicated professionals who drive our daily operations and bring our programs to life across Ghana.

EDEM AMESU ADDOR
Leadership

Experienced Local Governance Specialist, Program Management Specialist and Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Sustainable Development, Humanitarian, Gender and Vulnerability mainstreaming, Environmental Awareness, Proposal Writing, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). Strong human resources professional graduated from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

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EDEM AMESU ADDOR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOSHUA ANDREWS-EGYIR
Leadership

A global citizen, versatile Program Manager and an African Leadership enthusiast. An International development practitioner, upcoming globetrotter, and part-time volunteer, I have gained global exposure on educational and developmental issues. As a 'Masterpiece-In-Progress', I seek to become a young professional in Public Sector leadership, Educational Administration, and Diplomacy.

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JOSHUA ANDREWS-EGYIR

DEVELOPMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER

LORRETTA DOMFEH OWUSU
Leadership

I am an enterprising social worker, development practitioner, researcher, and social change advocate with excellent human relations skills. Strengths finder says my top five strengths are analyst, self-believer, coach, time keeper, and deliverer.

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LORRETTA DOMFEH OWUSU

ACHIEVE PROGRAM MANAGER

LESLIE JOPPA
Leadership

Welcome to my journey where I aim to bridge technology, education, and innovation. My professional background is dynamic and encompasses my passion for innovation, emerging technologies, STEM education, and project management.

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LESLIE JOPPA

NATIONAL PROGRAMS MANAGER

FIONA SACKEY

PROGRAMS OFFICER

ERIC AYIVI

I am a results-driven Communication and Public Relations professional. Experienced in Strategic Communication, Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, and Business Development.

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ERIC AYIVI

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

LILY BOAKYE-BOATENG

I specialise in community operations and moderation, focusing on building structured, well-governed online communities that are engaging, respectful, and scalable. My work centres on community guidelines, onboarding systems, moderation workflows, and member experience rather than content creation or posting volume.

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LILY BOAKYE-BOATENG

SOCIAL MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

PETER DELA HLORDZIE

PETER DELA HLORDZIE

ACCOUNTANT

ZEINAB BASEINE SULEMANA

ZEINAB BASEINE SULEMANA

PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

SHEILA NTORI

PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

KELVIN AJUBE

MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER

MABEL ABOE

MABEL ABOE

PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

PATRICK DZIKPOH

NATIONAL SERVICE PERSON

AMADU KHADIJA MANTENSO

NATIONAL SERVICE PERSON

ADIGAO ALVIN WENIA

ADIGAO ALVIN WENIA

NATIONAL SERVICE PERSON

TABITHA KUKUA NKRUMAH

TABITHA KUKUA NKRUMAH

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300+ Dedicated Volunteers

Our programs are made possible by the dedication of over 300 volunteers from various industries who share their time, expertise, and passion with young Ghanaians.

300+
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5,000+
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We're always looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young Ghanaians. Check out our current openings.