About us

EcoPlanet Bamboo is leading the commercialization of bamboo as a sustainable, deforestation-free, climate friendly, alternative fibre for some of the world’s largest industries. We are a triple bottom line company putting equal emphasis on people, planet and profit, and building a team that is collaborative, entrepreneurial and passionate about driving sustainable development and long-term positive impact through business.

Our operations are expanding with carbon financed bamboo farms in Nicaragua, South Africa, Ghana, Rwanda and the Philippines. Our projects apply our successful model of landscape restoration, providing a solution to three of the world’s most critical environmental problems: the need for effective solutions to mitigate global climate change; holistic restoration of the world’s most degraded landscapes; and a growing population that requires sustainable alternatives for consumer products and markets that still contribute to deforestation and deforestation driven emissions.

In Ghana, EcoPlanet Bamboo is restoring the North Bandai and Bandai Hills Forest Reserves outside Asante Akyem Agogo in the Ashanti Region, where over 11,000 hectares are being reforested with bamboo and native trees, and key conservation areas protected.

The role

We are looking for a Sustainable Development Projects Officer to support the execution, coordination, and monitoring of community development and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) initiatives at project level.

This is a highly field‑based role requiring strong stakeholder engagement skills, disciplined project coordination, and consistent follow‑through from planning through to reporting. You will act as a key on‑the‑ground link between EcoPlanet Bamboo, local communities, traditional leadership, contractors, and internal teams.

Key responsibilities

Project planning, coordination & execution

• Lead the day‑to‑day implementation of community development and OHS project activities in line with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets
• Map project activities from initiation through completion, ensuring clear communication of tasks, responsibilities, and expectations
• Coordinate contractors and, where required, project‑based workers to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently, safely, and to required quality standards
• Monitor adherence to country‑level project budgets and report variances or deviations to management

Community engagement & stakeholder management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with fringe communities, traditional leaders, and local stakeholders
• Facilitate quarterly community consultations and stakeholder meetings to support transparent communication, participation, and feedback
• Promote inclusive participation and community ownership of project activities
• Support the General Manager with stakeholder complaints handling, conflict resolution, and community issue management

Monitoring, compliance & quality assurance

• Coordinate and support data collection across defined social, community, and OHS indicators
• Ensure community and OHS audits are completed accurately and on time, in line with company policies and compliance requirements
• Support adherence to national OHS best practices during project implementation and contractor activities
• Identify risks, implementation gaps, or non‑compliance issues and escalate them appropriately

Reporting & documentation

• Maintain accurate, well‑organised records of project activities, stakeholder engagements, budgets, and progress updates
• Contribute to quarterly, mid‑year, and annual project and impact reports
• Support the development of impact‑related documentation, including grant proposals and annual impact programme designs
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad‑hoc reports as required

Continuous improvement & support

• Identify lessons learned from project implementation and contribute to improvements in planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project objectives

What you bring

Technical & project management

• Experience coordinating community development projects
• Working knowledge of OHS and compliance monitoring
• Budget tracking and variance reporting capability
• Data collection, monitoring, and documentation skills
• Stakeholder & communication
• Strong community engagement and facilitation skills
• Ability to support conflict management and sensitive stakeholder issues
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence working with diverse community, contractor, and project teams

Experience & qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a business‑related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar community development or project coordination role
• Computer literacy, including practical use of MS Project and standard office tools
• Fluency in English
• Postgraduate qualifications or professional project management certification are advantageous
• Twi and Ewe language skills are an advantage

Working conditions

• Field‑based role within operational project areas and surrounding communities
• Residence in on‑site provided accommodation is required
• Standard working hours with flexibility for community meetings, audits, and project needs
• Occasional weekend or public holiday work, with time off in lieu as applicable

How to Apply

If you are a hands‑on, field‑oriented project professional with strong community engagement skills and the discipline to deliver projects safely, transparently, and to standard, send your CV and one page cover letter that highlights your fit for the role. Apply online.