Volunteering in Ghana

John graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication science from the Ghana Institute of Journalism. He joined Projects Abroad in 2013 after many years working as a teacher, a broadcast journalist at a radio station, and a freelancer where he helped develop campaign strategies for many start-up companies. John is very active and plays basketball competitively. He also loves to read, write and perform poetry, and enjoy Accra’s vibrant nightlife.

Kwame Nyameror, or Nyame as he is usually known has many duties including meeting volunteers at the airport and accompanying volunteers from Accra to the region where they will be living. He has also become our unofficial Twi teacher, and is always a smiling face around the Accra office.

Ernest works with the Human Rights Office as an Assistant Programme Coordinator. He supervises the work of volunteers on Human Rights projects. Ernest has a Bachelor of Education Degree in Population Studies from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana.

Gertrude completed a degree in Communication Studies and later furthered her education by attaining a diploma in Journalism. She is an outgoing and observant person and has been working for Projects Abroad since January 2015. When she is not in the office, Gertrude enjoys reading, listening to music and sightseeing.

Richard is the coordinator for the medical placements in Accra. He’s a qualified nurse with a degree from the University of Ghana. Richard will make sure everything regarding your medical placement and the medical outreaches in and around Accra runs smoothly.

Gifty is the Medical Coordinator in the Accra region. She holds a certificate as a Health Care Assistant. Gifty likes going out with friends in her free time.

Agbo is a native of Agbozume in the Volta Region and has two daughters and a son. He has been the Supervisor for our Building Project since 2005. He is very approachable and is always happy to meet volunteers at the building site. He speaks English, Ewe and Twi.

Eric is from Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana. He has been working with Projects Abroad since 2010 and holds a Higher National Diploma in Tourism from the Cape Coast Polytechnic. Eric assists with all placements and volunteers in Cape Coast.

Joseph was born and raised in Accra, Ghana. He completed his studies in Statistics at Accra Polytechnic and he’s been with Projects Abroad since 2014. When he is not helping with volunteers or working, Joseph enjoys playing football and catching up with friends.

Isaka is our Office Guard. He guards the Head Office in Accra, and makes sure the surroundings are safe and calm at night. Isaka spends his free time with his wife and three lovely daughters when he is not working.

Emmanuel took over as Director in Ghana in March 2012. He joined Projects Abroad back in 2002 after completing his national service as a teacher. Emmanuel was Regional Manager of the Akuapem Hills for 8 years from 2004. Emmanuel holds a BSc from Legon University in Accra. He is a very active member of his local church and a proud father to his two daughters.

Shoshana was born in Curaçao, a small island in the South Caribbean. She grew up in Ethiopia, Nepal, Chad, Bolivia, Colombia, India, Denmark, Chile, and the UK, before she settled in Ghana in 2011. She joined Projects Abroad Ghana in 2012 then took a break to return to Europe and start a family. She rejoined the team in Ghana in 2017. Shoshana holds a BA Honours in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Southampton University and an MSc in International Development from Bristol University in the UK. She enjoys travelling, photography, interior design, and finding time to read a good book.

Rebecca is based in our Head Office in Accra. She is responsible for all the accounts and administrative work generated by our Ghana programme. She grew up in Accra and holds a degree in Accounting and Management from a local university in Cape Coast. She used to work with an NGO as Human Resource Manger before joining Projects Abroad in January 2007.

Enoch, originally from Cape Coast, is the Medical Project Manager of the Kumasi team. He has a degree in BA Nursing and Psychology from the University of Ghana. He worked at Kola Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra before joining Projects Abroad in October 2009.

Our Cape Coast Regional Coordinator is 28-year-old Grant Appiah. Grant grew up in Cape Coast, and holds a BSc in Tourism from the town's University. He joined the Projects Abroad team in May 2003, and established many of the placements we now operate in this region. Grant meets all volunteers on arrival in Cape Coast and will then show you around the town on your induction.

Princeley holds a Higher National Diploma in Tourism from the Cape Coast Polytechnic. He is responsible for all the placements and volunteers in the Akuapem Hills.

Fynn holds a first degree in Geography and Resource Development from University of Ghana, Legon- Accra. He is responsible for all the placements and volunteers in Accra. He has been working with Projects Abroad since November 2008.

Richmond (known as Chief) has a High National Diploma in Electronic Engineering from Sunyani Polytechnic. He worked at Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly before joining Projects Abroad.

Tatjana was born in Berlin, Germany. She has a degree in Education and has been living in Mexico since 2003. She previously worked as a volunteer coordinator at the Animal Care Centre in Guadalajara, and as a German teacher at different language schools. She joined the volunteer advisor team in May 2016. In her free time she likes to go to concerts or festivals, exercising, and enjoying nature.