The Academic Success Team

CALL FOR COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL LAISON (EcoScan AI)

The Academic Success Foundation (TAS Foundation) is recruiting 7 Community Environmental Liaisons (Field-based) to support EcoScan AI, an environmental crime reporting and intelligence project addressing illegal mining, deforestation, and wildlife trafficking in Ghana, particularly in 7 high-risk regions namely – Ashanti, Eastern, Western, Western North, Central, Volta and Upper East Regions
Community Environmental Laison will work within their local communities to raise awareness, support reporting through a WhatsApp chatbot, and promote environmental protection.

Key Responsibilities
Sensitize community members on environmental crime reporting
Support onboarding and use of the EcoScan AI WhatsApp chatbot
Assist with voice-note reporting and translation where needed
Serve as trusted community focal persons

Who Should Apply
Respected members of the local community
Fluent in local language(s) spoken in the area
Basic smartphone and WhatsApp skills
Passion for environmental protection and community service

Engagement Details
📅 Duration: 3 months (paid)
📍 Locations: Ashanti, Eastern, Western, Western North, Central, Volta and Upper East Regions in Ghana
Application Deadline- January 12, 2026
👉 How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete the application form via the link here - https://lnkd.in/d8-Jvh46

TAS Foundation is an equal opportunity organization.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: YOUTH DATA ANALYSTS

The Academic Success Foundation (TAS Foundation) is recruiting 7 Youth Data Analysts to support the implementation of EcoScan AI, an AI-powered environmental crime intelligence system tackling illegal mining, deforestation, and wildlife trafficking in Ghana.
This is a paid, fixed-term opportunity designed to build practical skills in data analysis, AI systems, and environmental intelligence, while contributing to national law enforcement and environmental protection efforts.

Key Responsibilities
Review and validate environmental crime reports from communities
Support AI-powered data analysis and hotspot detection
Assist with satellite imagery review and trend analysis
Contribute to intelligence reports and dashboards for law enforcement

Who Should Apply
Recent graduates or final-year students in data science, computer science, statistics, GIS, environmental science, or related fields
Youth with strong interest in AI, data, and social or environmental impact
Basic data literacy required (advanced skills are an advantage but not mandatory)

What You’ll Gain
Hands-on training in AI-driven environmental intelligence
Mentorship from AI specialists and project leaders
Professional certification and references upon completion

Location: Remote
Duration: 3 months(Paid)
👉 How to Apply: Interested candidates should complete the application form via the link here - https://lnkd.in/dFJnFhBp by January 12, 2026

TAS Foundation is an equal opportunity organization.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: District Field Officer – Mentorship & Career Guidance Program
Organization: The Academic Success Foundation (TAS Foundation)
Location: Bawku West, Bongo, Bolgatanga Municipal, Nabdam, Kassena-Nankana West, and Talensi,
Contract Type: Fixed-term contract
Duration: Two (2) months
Start Date: February 2026
Number of Positions: Six (6)

The Academic Success Foundation (TAS Foundation) invites applications from qualified and motivated individuals for the position of District Field Officer under its Mentorship and Career Guidance Program.
The successful applicants will support field-level data collection, school engagement, participant selection, mentorship coordination, and represent TAS Foundation at the district level.

Key Duties
Support needs assessment and stakeholder data collection
Assist with participant recruitment and selection activities in schools
Support mentorship and career guidance activities
Serve as TAS Foundation’s focal point of contact in assigned districts
Represent TAS Foundation on selection committees and official engagements
Submit regular field reports to the project team

Qualification & Experience
Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Experience working with schools, youth programs, or community projects
Familiarity with the assigned district is an advantage

How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the application form via the link below:
https://lnkd.in/dqVSev4p

Application Deadline: January 15, 2026

TAS Foundation is an equal opportunity organization.

A new year.
A renewed commitment.
A deeper focus on impact.
As we step into this year, we remain anchored in one core mission: building practical bridges between education, opportunity, and dignified work for young people in Ghana and beyond.

This year, we are doubling down on:
✔️ alumni-powered leadership
✔️ employability pathways
✔️ experiential learning
✔️ partnerships that move beyond intention to action

We are grateful for the communities, partners, mentors, and young people who continue to walk this journey with us. The work continues—and it gets more intentional from here.
Here’s to a year of collaboration, learning, and meaningful impact.

🎉✨ It’s Time to Celebrate! ✨🎉

After months of learning, innovation, and collaboration, we are excited to announce the Closing Ceremony of the Academic Success ELEVATE Program 2025

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM GMT

This milestone event will:

✅ Celebrate the achievements of our incredible participants

✅ Showcase outcomes from the sector challenges

✅ Recognize the support of our partners and employers

✅ Connect graduates to future opportunities

We are proud of the journey and impact made through this pilot edition of ELEVATE, and we can’t wait to highlight the creativity, resilience, and leadership of our young professionals.

You are invited to join us, as we celebrate growth, impact, and the bright future ahead! 🌍💡

🤝 New Partnership Announcement!

We are delighted to announce that The Academic Success Foundation has entered into a strategic partnership with Treasure Maks, expanding our commitment to creating real-world career opportunities for young people.

Through this collaboration, Treasure Maks will provide internship opportunities for 4 outstanding candidates each year, offering them valuable industry experience, mentorship, and pathways to professional growth.

This partnership reflects our shared vision to:

✅ Bridge the gap between education and employment
✅ Equip young talent with practical skills
✅ Foster innovation and leadership in the workplace

We look forward to working with Treasure Maks to empower more young professionals to thrive in their chosen careers.

It’s Official – The Professional Services Challenge Has Begun!

We’re excited to kick off the ELEVATE Professional Services Sector Challenge, delivered in partnership with Amalitech! Over the next 6 weeks, 10 dynamic teams will take on real-world challenges focused on reimagining remote work across Africa's growing tech landscape.

💡 From inclusive onboarding to digital wellness, low-bandwidth tools, and team collaboration—participants will co-create practical, scalable innovations that address the evolving needs of virtual workplaces.

🎯 What’s Ahead:

✅ Mentorship from Amalitech experts
✅ Hands-on problem-solving in virtual teams
✅ Prototyping, pitching, and professional growth
✅ A platform to launch impactful digital solutions

This challenge is more than a competition—it's a training ground for the next generation of agile, solution-driven professionals.

Let the innovation begin! 💼🌍

🤝 Official Partnership Announcement!

We are excited to share that The Academic Success Foundation has entered into a formal partnership with AmaliTech through a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step in our shared commitment to empowering young people across Sub-Saharan Africa through digital education, career readiness, and job creation in the tech sector.

This partnership will drive impact through:

🌐 The Work-from-Anywhere Innovation Challenge – a 6-week virtual program under our ELEVATE Professional Services Sector Track, where youth will co-create inclusive and sustainable remote work solutions.

💻 Virtual Internship Opportunities – for up to 15 high-performing candidates from TAS Foundation.

🎓 Mentorship & Skills Development – via coaching sessions, knowledge-sharing, and career pathways through AmaliTech’s training programs (GTP, NSS, AWS).

Together, we aim to:

✅ Bridge the digital divide
✅ Provide real-world work experience
✅ Build a digitally empowered, innovation-ready youth workforce

We are proud to work alongside AmaliTech to nurture inclusive talent pipelines and open doors for young Africans in the global digital economy.

🌱 Meet the Judges – Agri-Co-Create Challenge 2025! 🌱

We’re proud to introduce the inspiring leaders who will be serving as judges for the ELEVATE Agri-Co-Create Challenge, where youth teams pitch innovative solutions to advance food security, green jobs, and resilient farming systems. 🚜💡

These remarkable changemakers bring a wealth of experience in sustainable agriculture, ethical sourcing, youth empowerment, and inclusive agribusiness development:

🌾 Emmanuel Fiifi Musah – Traceability Officer at Barry Callebaut & Co-Founder of SMARTKA$H
🌾 Nancy Musa – Agronomic Engineer & Co-Managing Director at MatNee and Maxee Investments
🌾 Olivia Aseitu Kipo – Founder of Kobaa-Ok Enterprise & CAMFED - Campaign for Female Education Agriculture Guide

Their mentorship, insight, and expertise will help shape the future of youth-led agricultural innovation. We are honored to have them as part of this journey!

Africa Career Networks AL for Agribusiness Network Hanifa Manda (She/her) Val Wiggett Kafui Mills-Odoi (PhD) Mastercard Foundation