Project Coordinator – TiKuMA Education Project

About the role

Save the Children, in partnership with Balaka District Council, is looking for an experienced Project Coordinator to lead the TiKuMA Education Project in Balaka District. Based at the Balaka District Education Office, you will report to the Director of Education, Youth and Sports and provide strategic leadership to ensure high‑quality implementation and compliance with donor and government requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and budgeting.
• Coordinate with government departments, community structures, development partners and other stakeholders.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring safeguarding principles are integrated into all activities.
• Manage donor relations, prepare reports and ensure timely delivery of project objectives.
• Facilitate capacity‑strengthening activities for local partners.
• Travel to project sites as needed and adapt working hours during humanitarian emergencies.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Previous experience as a primary or secondary school teacher.
• At least four years of experience in education programming and development project coordination.
• Strong leadership, coordination and people‑management abilities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Commitment to children’s rights and safeguarding.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education outcomes for children in Malawi.
• Supportive work environment within a global NGO dedicated to children’s rights.
• Professional development and capacity‑building opportunities.