Field Officer Intern (2 Positions)

Girls Activist Youth Organization (GAYO) is a leading youth non-profit organization in Malawi’s Mchinji District, dedicated to empowering girls, young women, and youths. Established as a club in 2007 and registered as a non-profit organization in 2016, GAYO champions the rights of girls, young women, and youth rights through research, development, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, utilizing ICT and traditional communication methods. GAYO advocates for girls, young women, and youth’s education, promotes self-reliance, and works on projects addressing health, education, livelihoods, Information
Communication Technology, child rights government, water and sanitation, promoting a conducive environment where girls, young women, and youths can thrive and contribute to a just and equitable society. Our vision is to aspire to a Malawi where all girls, young women, and youths are empowered, educated, self-reliant, living in good health, and become catalysts for socio-economic development and our mission is to empower girls, young women, and youths in Malawi through education, health, advocacy, economic empowerment, and access to essential services, fostering self-reliance and contributing to a just and equitable society.

Job Summary

We are seeking two dynamic and motivated Field Officer Interns to join our team. The ideal candidates should have a background in social sciences, development studies, international relations, environmental science, or a related field, and have a strong interest in community development, public health, or humanitarian aid. As a Field Officer Intern, you will play an important role in overseeing project implementation in the field, conducting regular site visits, and ensuring the success of our programs.

Skills and Requirements:
• Conduct regular field visits to oversee project implementation
• Develop and maintain relationships with local communities and stakeholders
• Collect and analyze data to monitor project success and make adjustments as necessary
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on field activities
• Ensure all operations adhere to regulations and internal policies
• Provide training and guidance to local volunteers and field staff
• Represent the organization professionally at community meetings and events
• Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to ensure project success
• Proven experience as a Field Officer or similar role in an NGO
• Excellent knowledge of data collection methods and data analysis
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of community development practices and principles
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in remote locations
• Understanding of relevant local laws and regulations

Educational Background
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of community development, public health, or humanitarian aid is advantageous.

Method of Application

1. Applicants must send a cover letter detailing why they’re the best fit for the position, copies of academic qualifications, and a well-detailed curriculum vitae with relevant skills and experience 3 traceable referees
2. The closing date for receiving applications will be 29^th-November-2024 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
3. These should be addressed to:

Human Resources and Administration Officer
Girls Activist Youth Organisation
P.o Box 208,
Mayard, Mchinji.

STRICTLY SEND ALL APPLICATIONS TO: gayovacancies@gmail.com

Disclaimer!

Duly note that GAYO does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not retained any agent in connection with recruitment.

GAYO is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. GAYO is an equal opportunity