Skill Up Project Officer JD
Skill Up Project Officer JD
Skill Up Project Officer JD
PROJECT OFFICER
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There is Hope (TIH) is a Christian Non-Governmental Organization which was registered under
the Malawi Trustees Incorporation Act on 31 December 2007. We are a member of NGO Board
and CONGOMA (Council for Non-Governmental Organizations in Malawi).
With a private grant from the Bauer Charity through Welthungerhilfe Malawi (WHH), TIH is
implementing an 18-month project called Skill Up! TIH is therefore looking for a Project Officer to
assist in implementing the project at its Vocational School at Lilambwe opposite Dzaleka
Refugee Camp in Dowa. Those who meet the job requirements can apply and only shortlisted
candidates will be shortlisted for interviews.
§ Lead the implementation of all assigned Skill Up! project activities as outlined in
the work plan in line with TIH program quality principles and standards, donor
requirements, and good practices.
§ Monitor project expenditure and create financial reports for the Programs Manager.
§ Work within budget constraints.
§ Oversee Skill Up instructors and training.
§ Represent the Skill Up! Project in working committees on Adult Learning and
Education and Advocacy.
§ Coordinate and oversee working relationships with all project stakeholders and
serve as the liaison between the project team and other stakeholders to promote
project activities and impact.
§ Assist the Communications Officer with documentation of case studies, promising
practices, and impact stories.
§ Other related duties, as assigned.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning:
§ Minimum of two to three years of relevant project/program experience, ideally in the field of
technical and vocational education, livelihoods, and adult education.
§ A good understanding of the TVET system in Malawi and experience working with formal and
informal business sectors will be an added advantage.
Personal Skills
§ Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with an ability to make sound judgement.
§ Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners.
§ Good interpersonal skills and ability to work smoothly in a multi-cultural environment while
building good teamwork spirit.
§ High tolerance rate for working under pressure and dealing with diversified cultures and tense
situations.