Project Officer

📢 JOB VACANCY – PROJECT OFFICER (2 POSTS)

Location: Lilongwe, Malawi (with frequent field travel)

Organization: Beautify Malawi Trust (BEAM)

Deadline: 20 April 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, 3-year contract (renewable)

Reports to: Programme Manager

About BEAM

Beautify Malawi Trust (BEAM) is a registered organization working to improve sanitation, hygiene, and community health across Malawi under its 2026–2030 Strategy.

Position Overview

The Project Officer will coordinate, implement, and monitor community-based projects, focusing on:

• Sanitation & Hygiene (Pillar 1) 

• Community Health (Pillar 2) 

You will work closely with communities, schools, and local authorities to deliver impactful and sustainable interventions.

Key Responsibilities

1️⃣ Activity Implementation & Coordination

• Lead hygiene campaigns (Clean Hands, Healthy Schools/Business) 

• Oversee construction of WASH facilities in schools 

• Support School Health Clubs & Menstrual Hygiene programs 

• Implement “Zero-Waste Market” initiatives 

• Mobilize communities for health & hygiene programs 

2️⃣ Community Engagement & Capacity Building

• Conduct hygiene education sessions 

• Train Community Health Workers (CHWs) & local committees 

• Identify vulnerable groups (“Leave No One Behind” approach) 

• Strengthen local community structures 

3️⃣ Monitoring & Reporting

• Collect and verify project data 

• Prepare reports, case studies, and success stories 

• Track project progress and flag risks 

• Document lessons learned 

4️⃣ Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with TAs, ADCs, schools, and health centers 

• Represent BEAM in district meetings 

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Community Development, Social Work, or related field 

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in community-based projects (WASH, health, or livelihoods) 

• Experience in training, community mobilization, and school health programs 

Skills & Competencies

• Strong facilitation & communication (English & Chichewa) 

• Knowledge of CLTS & participatory approaches 

• Monitoring & evaluation skills 

• Proficiency in MS Office 

• Ability to work independently & in teams 

• Passion for community development 

• Willingness to spend time in the field 

Personal Attributes

• Honest, accountable, and culturally sensitive 

• Detail-oriented and highly motivated 

• Committed to BEAM’s values of integrity and impartiality 

📩 How to Apply

Send your updated CV + 3 traceable referees to:

📧 djerey@yahoo.com / fkachale@gmail.com

🗓️ Deadline: 20 April 2026

Equal Opportunity: BEAM is an equal opportunity employer.