School Feeding Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 13.09.24

Seibo Maria is a Not-For-Profit Organization with a purpose to provide school meals in partnership with local communities. Our goal is to feed every hungry child in the world a hot meal in school. Currently we work in 2 districts: Mzimba boma in 12 Primary schools and Blantyre in 1 Primary school and 45 Nursery schools all within Chilomoni area.

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following position:

SCHOOL FEEDING OFFICER
(Permanent, Full-Time)

Location         :      Mzimba

Reporting to :       Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Conducting daily school visits to monitor daily usage of Likuni Phala, proper recording, proper storage of stock and equipment, and enforcing adherence to standard operating procedures including hygiene.
• Collect and submit school data such as attendance, enrolment and number of meals fed to assist in measuring program indicators and in ordering Likuni Phala for targeted schools
• Conduct coaching, mentoring and training schools and communities in technicalities of cooking porridge (cooking demonstrations), data management and general participation in the school feeding program
• Ensure full functionality of school Health & Nutrition (SHN) Committees, mobilize schools and communities to revamp weak SHN Committees for smooth running of the program
• Organize regular community meetings and stakeholder meetings to resolve various challenges facing the school feeding program
• Assist in planning and delivery of training sessions to the community and program staff
• Compiling and submitting weekly data and program updates
• Compiling and submitting monthly data and reports
• Assist in capturing photos and videos
• Assist in compiling success stories
• Assist in program fundraising activities
• Any other duties as assigned by management from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Degree in Education, ECD, Nutrition, Community Development/Social work, Public Health, or other related programs
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in school feeding programs in Malawi
• Atleast 2 years NGO experience in working with schools and communities
• MUST HAVE: a Valid Motorbike License with practical riding experience for remote hilly terrains (Those without a motorbike license and experience need not apply)

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrable skills in extension work, able to daily interact with rural communities, train and coach them in various program issues
• Experience in field implementation and monitoring of School Feeding Program desired (centralized and home-grown school meals), including organizing cooking trainings for schools and communities
• Experience working in education programs in collaboration with schools, communities, DEM’s Office and District Technical Working Groups
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Knowledge of computer programs such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams/Zoom, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Familiar with various data collection tools and techniques (quantitative and qualitative)
• Ability to organize and facilitate meetings and trainings
• Able to communicate fluently in both English and local languages especially Chichewa
• Personable, with the ability to enthuse and motivate others and enjoy working in a team
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• A desire to uphold the ethos of the charity and to meet social aims
• Knowledge of Child-safeguarding

Additional Information:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

The individual should be ready to undergo police checks

Interested eligible applicants should submit their application via email only, attaching their CV with atleast two traceable referees, Cover letter, copy of motorbike license, and copies of certificates to:

info@seibomaria.org copy to hr@beehivemw.org

Addressed to:

The Human Resources & Administration Manager

Seibo Maria

P.O. Box 3150

Blantyre.

Application Deadline is Friday 20th September 2024