Project Assistant at Save the Children

The Opportunity

Save the Children is inviting applications from suitably qualified personnel to fill 3 positions of Project Assistant to be based in Zomba.

The role holder will play a very crucial role of providing support to all projects at the Area Office level and all satellite offices. He/she will particulary manage all the project administrative work like travel, meetings, trainings , security issues, maintenances, utility bills, office cleanliness, monthly reports, and payments.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

• At least a Diploma in Business Management or a related field
• More than 3 years experience in office and program management of logistics, accommodation and conference bookings.
• Time Management and Organizational Skills
• Adaptability and Stress Management Skills.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Leadership and Problem Solving Skills

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Method of Application

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers.  Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.