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Project Management

Program Director Full Time

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Floresta is a Christian organization and a member of the Global Plant With Purpose Alliance. Floresta will begin its work by targeting a few key watersheds in the Viphya Plateau region of northern Malawi because of its steep terrain, deforestation, and level of poverty. The heart of our mission is restoring relationships-between people and the planet, between people and one another, and between people and the Creator. Broken relationships are at the root of oppression, inequality, and poverty. At Plant With Purpose, we believe in the inherent value, equality, and agency of all people. We work with people as partners, not projects. Floresta is on a God-inspired journey as a member of the Plant With Purpose Alliance and is currently looking for individuals who pledge to God to serve communities with respect and establish partnerships (to restore the environment and improve the economic stability of the people of Malawi as they create a brighter future, Ecclesiastes 4:9; Isaiah 40:31; Philippians 2:4. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions existing in Floresta in Malawi. To access the full job descriptions please click the following link.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR (PD)

Brief Job Summary

Reporting to: National Director Location: Field Office

Positions reporting to the job holder: Office Assistant (field), ER, EE, and SR Officers

Job Statement

The main responsibilities of the PD shall be to provide strategic and operational leadership to Floresta in Malawi activities professionally, effectively, and efficiently. Engage with relevant stakeholders at the district and community levels. The Program Director will support the National Director in the Management of Floresta to achieve the set objectives.

The core functions of the position are:

  • Program Planning, Management, and Development Resource Management, resources accounting, and program reporting
  • Team management
  • Monitoring and Evaluation and Knowledge management
  • Management of the safety of assets and operations
  • Representation of Floresta at the district level and at other sector-specific meetings

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years demonstrated, and extensive project management experience
  • Minimum of a degree in development studies, agriculture, and other related social sciences.
  • A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Demonstrated competence in planning and organization to achieve project milestones and timelines
  • Experience with the application of the project management cycle
  • Hands-on experience with report writing, and resource and budget management.
  • Experience managing and leading teams with demonstrated capability to motivate others.
  • Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills with the capability to use all basic packages
  • Experience working with partners and building their capacity
  • A clean class B driver’s license.

REMUNERATION:

The successful candidates shall be offered a negotiated performance-related contract for a period of two years, with an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the seniority of the position.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Candidates meeting the above qualifications and experience should include the following in their application: detailed curriculum vitae with names of three traceable referees, a cover letter, and copies of certificates. The closing date is 4.30 pm on Friday, 9th June 2023:
All Letters should be addressed to

The National Director, Floresta, Plot 867/4 Area 47, Lilongwe, and sent through E-mail to florestamwhr23@gmail.com

Floresta is an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity and inclusion in its work and staff. Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged.

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