Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Malawi
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Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Malawi is a locally registered NGO that has been operating in Malawi since 1995. Our mission is to work with the communities by promoting social and economic development through health, education training, food security and environmental programs. Our work in development is guided by social cohesion and respect for humanity, implemented through innovative and cost-effective programs. Through a variety of development models, DAPP complements the government’s effort in implementing the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy.
With funding from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DAPP Malawi is implementing the Determined, Resilient, AIDS-Free Mentored and Safe (DREAMS), a project called “Loto Langa” (LoLa) which targets Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) aged between 10 to 24 years with several layers of interventions including Social Asset Building, Violence Prevention, Economic Strengthening and Education Support, direct service delivery of HIV Testing, Family Planning and Condom Education. The project also targets parents of AGYW that are in DREAMS with Families Matter Program.
DAPP Malawi is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for various positions under the DREAMS project which is being implemented in Blantyre and Chiradzulu districts.
YOUTH COORDINATOR-(x1)
Reports to: DREAMS Technical Lead
Job summary/responsibilities
The Youth Coordinator will be responsible in providing technical support to the Youth Led Organizations in the implementation of the DREAMS Activities.
Key Performance Areas
- Execute Youth Led Organization (YLO) activities for the project
- Provide Technical support to YLO in the implementation of SASA Faith and Impower activities
- Organize, plan capacity building activities for YLO
- Plan and implement youth activities and has experience of implementing Gender based violence programs
- Work with relevant stakeholders to effectively implement SASA faith and Impower activities
- Representing the organization in the districts where the program is being implemented
- Conduct supportive supervision and provide feedback to the Youth Led Organizations (YLOs)implementing Impower and SASA faith program, communicate with management on progress
- Work with other service providers to ensure referral services are being provided to the needy
Qualification and Experience
- Must have a Minimum Diploma in Social Science, Public Health or any other related qualification.
- Have/possess a valid motorbike license
- Previous working experience with Youths is an advantage
- Proven understanding of models used in the DREAMS program
- Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
To Apply
Applications stating expected salary and CV (Including contacts(emails) for three professional referees) should be emailed to recruitment@dapp-malawi.org indicating the position title and applicants name in the subject line. All attached files should be saved under the applicant’s name and in PDF form. Hard copy applications will not be accepted. Deadline for receipts of applications is on 23rd August 2024.
“DAPP Malawi will contact only the shortlisted applicants.”