INTRODUCTION
GreenPath is GROW-GREEN’s career development and mentorship programme. It serves as the bridge between learning green knowledge and skills and finding real job opportunities in the green economy.
The October 2026 Green Career Fair is the first public event under the GreenPath programme. It will bring together young people and professionals from key green sectors in Ghana, including renewable energy, environmental policy, sustainable agriculture, climate finance, coastal resource management, and green construction.
During the event, GROW-GREEN will officially launch its 6-month mentorship programme, which will match motivated youth with experienced professionals who volunteer their time to guide and support the next generation.
October was carefully chosen because it marks the start of the final school term in Ghana, an important time when many final-year students and graduates are making career decisions about their future. 🌱
WHO CAN ATTEND
This programme is open to:
- University students and graduates
- TVET graduates
- Recent school leavers
- Young professionals aged 18–30 who are interested in careers in the green economy
Graduates of the GreenSpark programme and alumni of the GreenMinds programme are especially encouraged to attend, as this event is the natural next step in the GROW-GREEN journey.
We aim to ensure at least 50% female participation, with targeted outreach to women in science, technology, engineering, and environmental fields.
TARGET AUDIENCE
GreenPath focuses on young people in Greater Accra who are seeking:
- Green job opportunities
- Internship placements
- Professional mentorship and career guidance
Special priority will be given to:
- First-generation professionals
- Youth from low-income households
- Recent graduates who may not yet have strong professional networks in the green economy
The mentorship component of this programme is specifically designed to support these groups.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Participants in the programme can expect:
- A full-day Green Career Fair featuring organizations from renewable energy companies, environmental consultancies, government agencies, green construction firms, and sustainability-focused NGOs. Participants will have the opportunity to meet employers and learn what they look for in candidates.
- Three practical career skills workshops held throughout the day:
- Workshop 1: CV writing for the green economy
- Workshop 2: Interview preparation
- Workshop 3: Professional networking skills
- Mentorship matching opportunities: Participants can complete an application form during the event (or pre-register online) to be matched with a volunteer mentor in their field of interest. The mentorship will include regular check-ins and career guidance over a 6-month period.
- A headline panel discussion titled:
“Green Careers in Ghana: Where the Opportunities Are.”
Professionals from different green sectors will share their career journeys, explain what employers look for, and answer questions from participants. 🚀
