The Westerwelle Foundation for International Understanding is inviting eligible national service candidates to apply for three National Service positions at the Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra (WSHAC) in Accra, Ghana. The available positions are Operations & Admin Assistant, Programs Assistant, and Community & Marketing Assistant.

These opportunities provide an opportunity for young professionals to gain practical experience within an international entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem while contributing to the development of one of Ghana’s newest startup hubs.

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

About the Westerwelle Foundation

The Westerwelle Foundation for International Understanding is a non-profit organization headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The Foundation was established in 2013 by Dr. Guido Westerwelle, former German Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Ralph Dommermuth, CEO and Founder of United Internet AG.

The Foundation focuses on accelerating digital transformation in emerging economies and supporting positive developments that contribute to transparency, integrity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and stronger institutions.

One of the Foundation’s key initiatives is the Westerwelle Startup Haus, a network of entrepreneurship hubs designed to support entrepreneurs, innovators, and emerging businesses through access to workspaces, networks, mentoring, entrepreneurship programmes, and other forms of ecosystem support.

The Westerwelle Startup Haus network includes locations in:

• Tunis, Tunisia
• Kigali, Rwanda
• Arusha, Tanzania
• Mombasa, Kenya
• Accra, Ghana

Through these hubs, the Foundation seeks to strengthen entrepreneurship ecosystems and facilitate collaboration between founders, investors, corporations, universities, development organizations, and other ecosystem partners.

About Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra

The Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra is based in Accra, Ghana, and is being developed as a collaborative entrepreneurship and innovation hub.

The hub brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including:

• Startup founders
• Entrepreneurs
• Innovators
• Investors
• Corporates
• Universities
• Mentors
• Facilitators
• Ecosystem partners

WSHAC provides flexible workspaces, entrepreneurship programmes, networking opportunities, and strategic partnerships intended to help entrepreneurs build and grow scalable businesses.

The Accra hub also aims to contribute to Ghana’s broader innovation ecosystem by creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange across Ghana, Africa, and international markets.

For national service candidates, working at WSHAC provides exposure to an environment where entrepreneurship, innovation, communications, programme delivery, administration, community engagement, and business support intersect.

Available Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra National Service Positions

There are currently three National Service opportunities available at Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra.

1. National Service Position: Operations & Admin Assistant

Location: Accra, Ghana

Application Deadline: Rolling basis

The Operations & Admin Assistant will support the day-to-day running of the Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra while also assisting with finance and administrative functions.

The position is particularly suited to candidates who are organized, detail-oriented, reliable, comfortable working with documentation, and interested in administration, finance, logistics, procurement, or office operations.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support several areas of the Haus’s daily operations.

Facilities and Office Operations

Responsibilities will include:

• Logging maintenance issues involving electricity, internet connectivity, air conditioning, printers, furniture, and other office facilities.
• Following up with service providers until maintenance and operational issues are fully resolved.
• Monitoring stock levels for stationery, printing materials, kitchen supplies, and cleaning products.
• Raising supply requests before essential items run out.
• Supporting room setup and resetting rooms following meetings, training sessions, programmes, and events.
• Maintaining the office inventory.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register.

The role therefore requires someone who can identify operational problems, follow up consistently, and ensure that outstanding issues are not left unresolved.

Documentation and Filing

The Operations & Admin Assistant will also be responsible for supporting accurate and organized documentation.

Duties include:

• Collecting and filing supplier invoices.
• Organizing contracts and delivery notes.
• Maintaining tax certificates and receipts.
• Maintaining the digital filing structure in SharePoint.
• Maintaining supplier records in Airtable.
• Following established document naming conventions.
• Scanning and indexing physical documents.
• Keeping finance-related files organized and audit-ready throughout the year.

Attention to detail and confidentiality are particularly important because the position involves financial and commercial documentation.

Procurement Support

The position also provides exposure to procurement-related activities.

The successful candidate will:

• Request supplier quotations when instructed.
• Compile quotations for evaluation.
• Maintain the supplier database.
• Keep supplier registration information up to date.
• Track VAT and tax clearance documentation.
• Track deliveries against purchase orders.
• Confirm that ordered goods have been received.

Finance Support

The Operations & Admin Assistant will work under supervision to support basic finance processes.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with transaction entry into the accounting system.
• Supporting preparation of the monthly document pack for the accountant.
• Following up on outstanding member and client invoices.

Candidates should therefore be comfortable working with numbers, records, spreadsheets, and confidential information.

General Administration

The role will also involve supporting travel and logistics arrangements, including:

• Travel bookings
• Accommodation arrangements
• Logistics for staff
• Logistics for facilitators
• Logistics for guests

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants for the Operations & Admin Assistant position should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or HND in accounting, finance, business administration, logistics, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Willingness to learn QuickBooks or the accounting system selected by WSHAC.
• A practical and persistent approach to dealing with service providers.
• The ability to follow issues through to resolution.
• Strong discretion when handling confidential financial and commercial information.
• Demonstrable integrity and reliability.
• References supporting the applicant’s integrity and reliability.

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2. National Service Position: Programs Assistant

Location: Accra, Ghana

Application Deadline: Rolling basis

The Programs Assistant will support the delivery of Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra’s programme calendar.

The role includes supporting programme outreach, participant coordination, session logistics, data management, reporting, community follow-up, and engagement with mentors, facilitators, experts, and startup founders.

The position may be particularly relevant to candidates with backgrounds in business, economics, development studies, social sciences, communications, or related disciplines who have an interest in entrepreneurship and Ghana’s startup ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Delivery

The Programs Assistant will help ensure that programmes and sessions are delivered efficiently and according to schedule.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting outreach activities.
• Publishing programme calls.
• Responding to applicant enquiries.
• Compiling applications for review.
• Maintaining participant lists.
• Maintaining participant contact records.
• Maintaining attendance logs.
• Preparing session materials.
• Preparing name badges.
• Preparing handouts.
• Preparing feedback forms.
• Coordinating room setup.
• Coordinating equipment requirements.
• Coordinating refreshments with the Operations & Admin Support and front desk teams.
• Liaising with speakers, trainers, and mentors.
• Supporting scheduling and briefing processes.
• Assisting with logistics on programme days.

Data and Reporting

Accurate programme data will be an important part of the position.

The Programs Assistant will:

• Record attendance information.
• Record participant feedback.
• Update participant data.
• Ensure programme data is entered within the same week as each session.
• Maintain the programme tracker.
• Identify and flag delays against the delivery calendar.
• Draft short session reports.
• Collect participant and stakeholder quotes.
• Collect photographs.
• Gather case study material.
• Share relevant content with the Community & Marketing Assistant for publication.

This means the role combines programme coordination with administrative, reporting, and communication responsibilities.

Community Engagement and Follow-Up

The Programs Assistant will also support ongoing relationships with the entrepreneurship community.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the mentor database.
• Maintaining expert contact information.
• Maintaining facilitator records.
• Following up with founders.
• Tracking actions agreed during programmes.
• Following up on deadlines.
• Following up on submissions between programme sessions.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

• A degree in business, economics, development studies, social sciences, communications, or a related field.
• Eligibility for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.
• Strong written English.
• The ability to write clear emails.
• The ability to prepare concise reports without extensive editing.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to work toward deadlines.
• The ability to manage details across several activities at the same time.
• Confidence when interacting with founders, facilitators, and senior guests.
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills.
• Willingness to learn Airtable.
• A genuine interest in entrepreneurship and Ghana’s startup ecosystem.

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3. National Service Position: Community & Marketing Assistant

Location: Accra, Ghana

Application Deadline: Rolling basis

The Community & Marketing Assistant combines front-of-house, community engagement, content creation, social media, digital communications, and event support responsibilities.

The position is particularly relevant for candidates interested in communications, marketing, journalism, digital content, social media management, photography, videography, hospitality, and community engagement.

The successful candidate will serve as an important point of contact for members, visitors, prospective clients, founders, and other stakeholders visiting the Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra.

The role will also involve transforming activities at the Haus into content for social media, newsletters, websites, and other communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

Front-of-House and Member Support

The Community & Marketing Assistant will help maintain a professional and welcoming environment at the Haus.

Responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing reception.
• Ensuring the reception area remains presentable.
• Maintaining the appearance of the lobby and common areas.
• Welcoming visitors.
• Registering visitors.
• Issuing visitor passes.
• Directing guests to their hosts.
• Answering the main telephone line.
• Monitoring the general enquiries inbox.
• Responding to enquiries where appropriate.
• Escalating enquiries when necessary.
• Checking in members and day-pass users.
• Maintaining accurate daily occupancy records.
• Managing meeting room bookings.
• Managing boardroom bookings.
• Managing call booth bookings.
• Resolving scheduling conflicts.
• Providing campus tours to prospective members.
• Handing serious membership or business enquiries to the appropriate colleague on the same day.
• Maintaining the member directory.
• Maintaining access records in Airtable.

Content Creation and Social Media

A major component of this position is content creation and digital communications.

The successful candidate will:

• Photograph Haus events.
• Film programme sessions.
• Capture community activities and moments.
• Edit short-form videos.
• Edit photographs and other visual assets.
• Draft social media captions.
• Prepare event recaps.
• Write short articles.
• Follow the communication tone of WSHAC.
• Schedule social media content.
• Publish content across WSHAC’s social media channels.
• Follow the established content calendar.
• Support monthly newsletters.
• Draft newsletter content.
• Select suitable images.
• Maintain newsletter distribution lists.
• Keep website events pages updated.
• Keep website news pages updated.
• Keep team pages current.
• Maintain an organized media library.
• Apply appropriate file naming and folder structures.

This makes the opportunity particularly relevant to candidates with practical experience in social media management, photography, videography, graphic design, content creation, digital marketing, or communications.

Brand and Community Engagement

The Community & Marketing Assistant will also contribute to brand consistency and community storytelling.

Responsibilities include:

• Applying Westerwelle Foundation brand guidelines to content and communication materials.
• Monitoring social media engagement.
• Preparing simple monthly performance figures.
• Collecting founder stories.
• Collecting member stories.
• Developing stories that can support reporting.
• Identifying content that can be used for marketing.
• Collecting stories that may contribute to fundraising communications.

Event Support

The position also involves supporting events held at the Haus.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting registration.
• Managing guest check-in.
• Assisting with event signage.
• Supporting wayfinding.
• Helping with guest handling during events.
• Supporting other event-day requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants for the Community & Marketing Assistant position should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or HND in communications, marketing, journalism, hospitality, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A warm, confident, and professional approach to visitors and community members.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Reliability and attention to detail.
• The ability to maintain accurate records.
• Competence with a camera, including the use of a good smartphone camera.
• Experience with at least one editing tool such as Canva, CapCut, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Clear spoken and written English.
• A strong understanding of tone and communication.
• Twi or another Ghanaian language is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn Airtable.

What the Westerwelle Startup Haus Offers

The three National Service positions offer candidates the opportunity to work in a growing international entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Successful candidates can expect exposure to:

1. A New Entrepreneurship Hub

National service candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of one of Ghana’s newest entrepreneurship hubs.

This can provide practical experience in building systems, supporting programmes, engaging members, managing operations, and contributing to an emerging innovation ecosystem.

2. International and Purpose-Driven Work

The Westerwelle Foundation operates internationally, creating an environment where candidates can interact with people and organizations connected to entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, and development.

3. Startup and Innovation Ecosystem Exposure

The positions can provide exposure to:

• Startups
• Entrepreneurs
• Investors
• Corporates
• Universities
• Mentors
• International partners
• Innovation organizations
• Entrepreneurship programmes
• Ecosystem stakeholders

4. Professional Development

The positions provide practical workplace experience across areas such as:

• Administration
• Finance
• Procurement
• Programme management
• Community engagement
• Marketing
• Communications
• Content creation
• Event coordination
• Entrepreneurship support

5. International Collaboration

Candidates may also gain exposure to the wider Westerwelle Foundation network and opportunities for collaboration involving stakeholders across Africa and Europe.

6. Collaborative Working Environment

The Foundation describes its team culture as being built around:

• Trust
• Ownership
• Creativity
• Collaboration
• Impact

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Who Can Apply?

These opportunities are specifically targeted at eligible national service candidates for the 2026/2027 cycle.

The required academic background depends on the position.

Operations & Admin Assistant

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or HND in:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Logistics
• A related field

Applicants must also be eligible for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.

Programs Assistant

Applicants should hold a degree in:

• Business
• Economics
• Development Studies
• Social Sciences
• Communications
• A related field

Applicants must also be eligible for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.

Community & Marketing Assistant

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or HND in:

• Communications
• Marketing
• Journalism
• Hospitality
• Business Administration
• A related field

Applicants must also be eligible for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.

Country and Regional Eligibility

The advertised positions are based in Accra, Ghana, and the qualification requirement specifically states that applicants must be eligible national service candidates for the 2026/2027 cycle.

The opportunity is therefore principally intended for candidates who meet Ghana’s national service eligibility requirements. The announcement does not state a particular racial or ethnic restriction.

Candidates should verify their national service eligibility before applying.

Application Deadline

There is no fixed closing date stated for these three positions.

The application deadline is listed as rolling, meaning applications are reviewed as they are received.

Because applications are considered on a rolling basis, interested candidates should avoid waiting until a later date to apply.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their CV through the relevant application page and complete the application questions associated with the position.

The Foundation states that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The organization also aims to provide feedback within two weeks of the application deadline.

How to Prepare a Strong Application

Candidates should tailor their CV to the specific position rather than submitting a generic application.

For the Operations & Admin Assistant role, applicants should emphasize relevant experience in:

• Administration
• Finance
• Excel
• Procurement
• Documentation
• Inventory management
• Logistics
• Supplier management
• Record keeping
• Office operations

For the Programs Assistant position, applicants should highlight:

• Programme coordination
• Event support
• Research
• Data management
• Reporting
• Excel or Google Sheets
• Communication
• Stakeholder engagement
• Entrepreneurship or development-related experience

For the Community & Marketing Assistant position, applicants should emphasize:

• Social media management
• Content creation
• Photography
• Videography
• Video editing
• Graphic design
• Canva
• CapCut
• Adobe tools, where applicable
• Website management
• Digital marketing
• Community engagement
• Event coverage
• Copywriting

Candidates should also ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their eligibility for the 2026/2027 national service cycle.

Visit HERE to learn more about the Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra National Service Positions 2026/2027.

Conclusion

The Westerwelle Startup Haus Accra is offering three National Service opportunities for the 2026/2027 cycle, covering operations and administration, programme delivery, and community and marketing support.

The three roles provide different pathways into an international entrepreneurship environment. The Operations & Admin Assistant position focuses on facilities, administration, procurement, documentation, and finance support. The Programs Assistant supports programme delivery, participant coordination, reporting, and engagement with founders and facilitators. The Community & Marketing Assistant combines front-of-house responsibilities with social media, content creation, photography, videography, website updates, community engagement, and event support.

With all three positions based in Accra and applications accepted on a rolling basis, eligible national service candidates interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, administration, programmes, communications, marketing, or community engagement can review the relevant requirements and submit their applications through the appropriate position-specific application page.