Project Officer at St. John of God Hospitaller Services
Job Description
Job Summary
Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the Project Officer will support the implementation and monitoring of Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) project activities.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement project activities in line with approved work plans and budgets
- Support community mobilization and stakeholder engagement
- Provide technical support to caregivers, teachers, and community structures
- Monitor project progress and collect data for reporting
- Prepare periodic reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual)
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and safeguarding standards
Educational Qualifications, Experience, & Skills Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development, Social Work, Development Studies, or a related field
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in project implementation, preferably in ECCD or community development
- Strong understanding of integrated early childhood development programming
- Experience working with communities, NGOs, or development partners
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Willingness to work with people with mental health conditions
- Commitment to the organization’s Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter, including the names and email contact details of three traceable referees, to:
The Chief Executive Officer
P.O. Box 744
Mzuzu
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: Thursday, 26th March 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
