An Overview of Our Project Administration and Operations

Welcome to the hub of our project's engine: the Project Administration team. We are dedicated to ensuring the smooth, efficient, and seamless execution of our initiatives, serving as the critical operational link between Project Directors and Implementation Coordinators. Our work provides the foundation upon which our climate resilience and sustainability goals are built and achieved.

Meet the Africa Climate Collaborative at the University of Ghana Administrative Team:

• Dr. Joseph Korley Clottey – Project Manager
• Mr. Foster Dzimale Kofi – Finance Manager
• Mr. Derrick Owusu-Ansah – Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer
• Mrs. Lydia Monney – Procurement Officer
• Mr. Osei Kofi Addy – Communication and Public Engagement Officer
• Mr. Ibrahim Mamudu – Information Communication and Technology Officer
• Ms. Racheal Amoah Darkwaah - Assistant Procurement Officer
• Ms. Sylvia Salama Opoku - Project Administrator
• Mr. Jackson Nuako Appiagyei - Senior Administrative Assistant, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Ms. Vanessa Fosuhene - Senior Administrative Assistant, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Ms. Success Mariam Musah – Senior Administrative Assistant, Training and Capacity Building
• Ms. Akosua Serwah Brobbey - Administrative Assistant, Research Labs
• Ms. Tracy Akorfa Agbanu - Administrative Assistant
• Ms. Malwine Sena Ofori - Administrative Assistant, Networks, Policy, Learning and Dissemination

Our Core Responsibilities

To maintain this operational excellence, our team oversees a comprehensive suite of functions:

• Planning and Scheduling: Meticulous oversight of project timelines and activities.
• Communication Coordination: Ensuring clear and consistent information flow among all stakeholders.
• Resource Management: Strategic management of human, financial, and material resources.
• Progress Monitoring: Continuous tracking of project milestones and outcomes.
• Compliance Assurance: Upholding the highest standards of project and regulatory compliance.
• Problem-Solving Support: Proactively addressing challenges to keep the project on track.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining rigorous records and providing transparent reports.

Strategic Collaboration with Key Stakeholders

Our impact is amplified through powerful collaborations. We are proud to work alongside a diverse group of leaders and partners, including:

• Hon. Baba Seidu Issifu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability
• Nihad Titiaka Oases Ibrahim, Ghana Most Beautiful Queen, 2024
• Doreen Larkailey Lartey, Partnership and Engagement Lead
• Imurana Mohammed (Ph.D.), Director of Programmes, National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE)

These partnerships are central to our mission as the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Collaborative.

Upcoming Activities and Initiatives

We are excited to drive progress forward with an ambitious agenda for the coming months:

• Partner Engagement: Collaborating with the Thriving Women Foundation (TWF) on "The Nest Project: From Waste to Wealth," an initiative empowering youth through clean energy livelihoods.
• Review and Learning: Conducting four quarterly review meetings and two dedicated learning sessions to foster continuous improvement.
• Capacity Building: Providing robust support for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) and project management systems.
• Communication and Outreach:
  • Launching a new climate-focused podcast.
  • Quarterly community and media engagements.
  • Partnering with the SHS Robotics Program and engaging with tertiary institutions.
  • An intensive rebranding drive and the production of a documentary to share our story.

Addressing Challenges and Learnings

Our journey is one of continuous learning. We are proactively addressing several operational challenges to enhance our efficiency:

• Finalizing branding elements to ensure a consistent and powerful identity.
• Enhancing capacity building for administrative staff on climate-related conferences.
• Aligning budget lines with thematic areas to streamline financial reporting.
• Adapting procurement processes to better match market prices and timelines, including submitting requests at least four weeks in advance.

Join Us on Our Journey

The Project Administration team is committed to turning vision into reality. By building strong partnerships, managing resources wisely, and learning from every step, we are laying the groundwork for a more climate-resilient and sustainable future.

Stay connected with us as we continue to drive these vital initiatives forward.