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Consultant – Advocacy Strategy - Garments Sector - Accra
Position : Consultant – Advocacy Strategy - Garments Sector - Accra
The Foreign Trade Association of German Retailers (AVE), in close partnership with a Ghanaian industry association and with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), is inviting experienced consultants to apply for an assignment to design and support the implementation of a National Advocacy Strategy and Action Plan for the garments and apparel manufacturing sector in Ghana.
The assignment focuses on strengthening the association’s ability to represent the sector’s interests in a structured, credible, and results oriented manner at national and international level.
Why this assignment matters
A strong export sector needs a strong voice. This assignment will provide the association with a clear, practical advocacy framework that supports informed dialogue with government, regulators, investors, buyers, and development partners. The strategy is intended as a working instrument that helps the association prioritise issues, choose the right advocacy approaches, and act consistently over time.
Scope of work
Under the guidance of AVE and the partner association, the Lead Consultant will:
- Analyse the policy, regulatory, and institutional environment affecting the garments and apparel sector in Ghana
- Identify and prioritise advocacy issues relevant to the sector’s long term competitiveness and growth
- Map and assess key stakeholders across government, industry, and the broader ecosystem
- Design a practical advocacy toolbox covering policy engagement, media work, public communication, research based advocacy, and coalition building
- Develop a clear, multi year advocacy action plan with defined objectives and indicators
- Facilitate a validation workshop and finalise the strategy with key stakeholders
Expected deliverables
- Inception report
- Comprehensive advocacy strategy
- Practical advocacy toolbox and stakeholder engagement framework
- Three to five year advocacy action plan
- Final presentation to association leadership and members
Required profile for job ad : Consultant – Advocacy Strategy - Garments Sector - Accra
This assignment is suited to consultants with a strong background in advocacy and policy engagement, who are comfortable working at the interface of government, industry, and development cooperation.
Required profile:
- At least seven years of professional experience in advocacy, public policy, or government relations
- Experience working with business associations, manufacturing sectors, or export oriented industries
- Solid understanding of Ghana’s political, economic, and regulatory context
- Confidence engaging senior policymakers, industry leaders, and development partners
- Strong analytical skills combined with clear and persuasive writing and communication
Reporting
- The consultant will report to AVE and work closely with the partner association.
Job criteria for job ad : Consultant – Advocacy Strategy - Garments Sector - Accra
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Job category :
Services -
Industries :
Advice, audit, accounting - Employment type : Fixed-term contract
- Region : Greater Accra
- City : Accra
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Remote work :
Hybrid - Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
- Educational level : Master - Doctorate
- Spoken language :
english > fluent - Number of Position(s) : 1
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Salary expectations :
> GH₵ 40,000 -
Team management :
No
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- Writing
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