Sports Coaching Internship in Ghana

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Teach sports and valuable life skills to talented young people in Ghana

If you’re aiming to work in the sports sector, or if you’re just passionate about coaching sports and want to have an international work adventure, this could be a great internship for you! This sports internship in Ghana allows you to join a passionate team in offering inspiring sports programs to talented young people.

You’ll join the Impact Youth Foundation, a charity that offers sports coaching as a tool to inspire and uplift youth in underserved rural communities. By teaching basketball and soccer, the Impact Youth programs teach life skills, nurture talent, and boost confidence in kids that need it.

As a sports coaching intern, you’ll help plan and facilitate sports sessions. You’ll teach group sessions to young kids, and you’ll help nurture the talent of young people who have been scouted. There’s also the opportunity to assist with project management, fundraising, and overall program development.

ORGANIZATION

The Impact Youth Foundation is a nonprofit organization that offers sports coaching in a rural community in Ghana. The nonprofit uses sports – particularly basketball – as a tool for equipping young people with relevant life skills, and allowing at-risk youth to pursue successful careers. Through their different programs, Impact Youth provides mentoring to talented kids, as well as sports classes for the community at large, in an effort to encourage healthy living and boost confidence in kids. In addition, they offer vocational training and apprenticeships to equip young people with employability skills.

The Impact Youth Foundation is based in a village on the outskirts of Accra, Ghana’s capital. Most sports training happens there, though the organization also runs sports programs in Accra and Kumasi.

TASKS & REQUIreMENTS

Responsibilities

During this Sports Coaching Internship in Ghana, you’ll enjoy a variety of tasks, which – depending on your skills and experience – can include;

  • Planning and leading weekly basketball, soccer, and volleyball coaching the Impact Youth Sports Village
  • Planning and coaching at weekend and holiday basketball camps in the Accra and Kumasi
  • Planning and leading weekly group mentorship meetings with students
  • Scouting prospective basketball talents boys and girls across the country
  • Doing research on Ghana’s school sports industry
  • Researching and developing sports-specific sports nutrition and exercise plans for student-athletes
  • Assisting with overall development of the programs
  • Assisting with planning and organizing fundraising events, if you’re interested

Requirements

  • Great knowledge of different sports, and ideally some coaching experience
  • A passion for teaching sports to young people
  • A flexible attitude and an ability to adapt quickly to different situations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A go-getter attitude and ability to work independently
  • A willingness to take on a variety of tasks

WHERE YOU’LL STAY

There are two accommodation options for this internship.

A private room with en-suite bathroom in a homestay may be possible, but is subject to availability. Otherwise, you will receive assistance in renting an apartment nearby the projects that the organization runs. Each accommodation has a private bedroom and bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, TV, Wifi, and other amenities. Once you have your exact dates chosen, we will assist you in securing the apartment.

Safety & Support

Safety & Support

Generally, Ghana is a friendly country. Bearing this in mind, you should always be aware that tourists are targets for pickpockets and thieves in any country so it’s important to be vigilant and use common sense to stay safe.
Consult your doctor to find out which vaccinations you will need to travel to Ghana. Some vaccinations require a longer incubation period, so it is wise to schedule your visit 2-3 months in advance. You will also be recommended to take anti-malaria tablets, which you will most likely need to start taking prior to your trip departure.

Communication

Communication

Both lodging options offer Wifi access, so you can stay connected