Frequently Asked Questions

Is SKI a faith-based organization?

SKI is not incorporated as a faith-based organization and requires no formal expression of faith on the part of its staff, volunteers or participants. SKI is focused on imparting ICT entrepreneurial skills training to young people of all faiths by leveraging their expertise from all faith backgrounds (including those with no expressed faith conviction).

However, SKI considers itself a “faith driven” organization, as the vast majority of its’ board members, staff, patrons, ambassadors, donors, volunteers and participants feel God’s calling to do such work. Further, we strongly believe that values-based personal transformation is required for people to stay out of trouble. We do not know of a better catalyst for transformation than God/Allah. And participants desiring to pursue their walk with God are encouraged to do so, though no one is strictly required to do so. Spiritual teaching on topics such as Faith in God, love, patriotism, obedience, submission to authority and leadership, integrity and hard work are vital parts of the programmes of SKI Africa.

How is SKI funded?

We are almost entirely funded through philanthropy; in fact, nearly 100% of the organization’s revenues are provided by grants from non-government agencies, foundations, donations from individuals and corporate entities. SKI could not exist without the charitable giving of our generous base of donors and supporters.

Who teaches your curriculum?

Seasoned graduate teachers from various professions. Notable among them ICT professionals. Currently, the CEO is serving in a dual capacity as both the Chief Executive Officer of the foundation and one of the instructors of our programmes. He oversees the day to day activities and does much of the teaching along with other instructors every week.

Will the project/programmes be expanded to other countries?

Thanks to the increasing levels of support we receive from our donors, partners and sponsors. We are planning to triple our current capacity by scaling our programmes to fully occupy regions country-wide. Therefore, we are primarily focused on achieving this goal before taking on the significant challenge of expanding into another country. Beyond the need to fully capitalize on our existing opportunities, we also need to improve the sustainability of our revenue base for our programmes and operations in Ghana before considering other jurisdictions. That said, we have received a number of serious inquiries from several other areas, and we are beginning to plan how we can effectively respond without threatening the viability of our core operations in Ghana.

What is it like to work for SKI Africa?

SKI is typical non-profit organization. We have a fast-paced culture, a results-oriented management team and a staff that is fueled by a passionate belief that we can change a life every-single-day! For our employees, SKI is not a job – it is a way of life.

What are your hiring needs?

SKI has an amazing person in every position on its staff. We “hire from outside and within” (employing our graduates upon completion) since the beginning, with the belief that exceptional talent exists among our youths on the street. Additionally, when an opening does occur, we first advertise in the media. We complement our graduates’ skills with business backgrounds. Our staff will always consist of many of our own graduates.

Additionally, at SKI Africa, we believe in the importance of “practicing what we preach.” SKI seeks employees with a strong moral compass; employees are expected to be models of our values before all our constituents.