Madamfo Ghana Foundation is seeking a skilled and motivated Workshop Manager to lead its bamboo carpentry unit in Kumasi. The position combines technical know-how, leadership, and sustainability awareness to produce high-quality bamboo products.

Contract: 6-12 months (renewable, project-based)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations from bamboo treatment to final product.
• Supervise and train carpenters, artisans, and apprentices.
• Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in all production stages.
• Plan production schedules and control workflow and material use.
• Oversee bamboo sourcing, drying, and maintenance of machines and tools.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and cost tracking.
• Support design and innovation of new bamboo products.
• Keep accurate production and labour records, prepare short reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with local communities and suppliers to strengthen the bamboo value chain.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Diploma/Degree in Wood Technology, Carpentry, Industrial Design, or related field.
• Proven experience in workshop or production management (bamboo or wood preferred).
• Good knowledge of bamboo processing techniques is an advantage.
• Strong skills in MS Word & Excel; design software AutoCAD a plus.
• Excellent organization, leadership, and communication abilities.
• Hands-on mentality, reliability, and environmental awareness.
• Willingness to work in a practical, developing environment.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.