School Feeding Officer at Seibo Maria

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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:

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SCHOOL FEEDING OFFICER (Permanent, Full-Time)

Location : Mzimba

Reporting to: Program Manager

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KEY 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:

• Degree in Education, ECD, Nutrition, Community Development/Social work, Public Health, or other related programs

• At least 2 years’ experience in NGOs, working directly with schools and communities

• Proven skills in extension work, with daily engagement and training of rural communities on community program issues including facilitation of meetings.

• Experience working in education programs in collaboration with schools, communities, DEM’s Office and district technical working groups

• Demonstrable proficient with Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

• Demonstrable experience with various data collection tools and techniques (quantitative and qualitative)

• Proactive problem solver who is collaborative, dedicated, organized, and communicates well

• Knowledge of Child-safeguarding

• MUST HAVE a Valid Motorbike License with practical riding experience for remote hilly terrains (Those without a motorbike license need not apply)

WHAT WE OFFER:

A School Feeding Officer role contributing to high impact child nutrition

• A chance to grow professionally within a purpose-driven organization

• Fair and competitive compensation”

• An opportunity to support the health and nutrition of thousands of children

Method Of Application

Interested and eligible applicants should submit their application via email, including a CV with at least two traceable referees, a cover letter, a copy of a valid motorbike license, and relevant certificates.

Applications should be sent to:
[email protected]

Addressed to:

The Human Resources & Administration Officer

Seibo Maria

P.O. Box 3150

Blantyre.

Application Deadline is Friday 19^th June 2025