Miriam Awinaba-Musah
Program Analyst
Accra
Summary
Motivated International Relations master’s graduate with a solid background in climate change communication and media relations, seeking an entry-level position as a Program Officer with a focus on Governance in an esteemed International Organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Analyst ( Consultant)
Climate Investment Funds
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained a document control system, including creating templates, setting up structures, and assisting with a new document library.
- Reviewed and updated documents for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Trained and supported team members on document control systems and best practices.
- Drafted Governance Policy Documents.
- Contributed to the development of CIF documents for Trust Fund Committees.
- Provided technical support for FIP and NPC processes, preparing key program documents like Operational Risk Reports and Investment Plan HR documents.
- Assisted in coordinating and designing the NPC Learning Platform's Nature Series webinar for FY25.
- Coordinated with MDB and country partners on various NPC Program initiatives.
Communication & Media Working Group- Volunteer
Youth Climate Council Ghana - Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) 2023
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Drafted effective news releases, communicating with key stakeholders
- Managed the coordination of governance information on digital platforms, demonstrating expertise in maintaining accurate and up-to-date content on behalf of the communication team .
- Established and nurtured strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, implementing policies to ensure harmonious and effective collaboration.
- Prepared relevant knowledge products
Programs Intern, Office of the Executive Secretary
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Bonn-Germany
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided research support and drafted essential materials for the Executive Secretaries outreach activities, facilitating effective engagement with relevant global and national climate action stakeholders in the execution of UNFCCC projects.
- Contributed significantly to meetings, compiling communication dockets, and providing strategic support in line with organizational objectives and analytical requirements.
- Supported in the supervision and compilation of Pre-Cop and Post-Cop communication dockets for the Executive Secretary
- Skillfully drafted, edited, and proofread policy documents, ensuring precision and adherence to communication standards within the UNFCCC framework.
- Updated and managed the Executive Secretary’s calendar using SharePoint, while coordinating governance information on the UNFCCC SIA website.
- Actively participated in the creation of comprehensive briefing documents during the heat of COP 27 for events and bilateral meetings that the Executive Secretary partook, showcasing analytical and technical prowess to support informed decision-making.
- Followed and took notes during various plenaries and negotiations during COP 27 to transfer into effective communication strategies to inform the Executive secretary’s subsequent meetings after Cop 27.
Administrative Officer
TSL Transport Solutions Limited - Accra, Ghana
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Drafted all letters, documents and correspondence on behalf of the Managing Director to international and governmental bodies
- Played an integral role in supporting the planning and execution of meetings, providing crucial background information for strategic decision-making, including financial aspects.
- Established and nurtured strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, implementing policies to ensure harmonious and effective collaboration.
- Orchestrated the coordination of funding and policy approvals, demonstrating organizational prowess in planning and executing events crucial to
Office Manager
Effects Studios Digital Marketing Agency - Accra, Ghana
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided day-to-day logistical support and managed schedules and appointments of the graphic design team
- Ensured that creative assignments and targets were met daily
- Built and managed existing and new social media platforms of various clients
- Liaised between customers and graphic design staff while ensuring customer satisfaction
- Supported the development of clients Digital Marketing strategy.
Customer Service Personnel
National Investment Bank - Accra, Ghana
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Made sure customers were served within 5 minutes at the banking hall
- Introduced and sold banking products to customers
- Handled all customer interactions, giving detailed, personalized, friendly & polite service to ensure customer retention.
Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Accra-Ghana
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Scheduled and assisted in meetings between visiting diplomats and bureau directors
- Booked and filed letters to Multilateral Bureau.
Education
Master of Arts - International Affairs and Diplomacy
LECIAD, University of Ghana – Legon
11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University Of Ghana – Legon
Skills
Excellent drafting, reporting, communication and presentation skills
Strong analytical skills
Language Skills: Fluent in English, Twi, French (A1 Level )
Excellent Interpersonal /teamwork skills
Ability to work independently to meet critical and competing deadlines (multi-tasking), to produce high quality work in short timeframes
Ability to liaise with a diverse range of people and stakeholders
Strong program/project management skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Good understanding of website content management, and of information/portfolio management system
Personal Information
Nationality: Ghanaian
Timeline
Program Analyst ( Consultant)
Climate Investment Funds
02.2024 - Current
Communication & Media Working Group- Volunteer
Youth Climate Council Ghana - Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) 2023
08.2023 - 11.2023
Programs Intern, Office of the Executive Secretary
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Bonn-Germany
08.2022 - 12.2022
Administrative Officer
TSL Transport Solutions Limited - Accra, Ghana
04.2018 - 09.2019
Office Manager
Effects Studios Digital Marketing Agency - Accra, Ghana
08.2017 - 12.2017
Customer Service Personnel
National Investment Bank - Accra, Ghana
10.2016 - 07.2017
Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Accra-Ghana
05.2014 - 07.2014
Master of Arts - International Affairs and Diplomacy
LECIAD, University of Ghana – Legon
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University Of Ghana – Legon
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