Floresta in Malawi
Floresta in Malawi is a Christian organisation registered (TRN-LDSBBB) on 19th May 2023 and is a member of the Plant With Purpose Global Partnership. Floresta began its work in 2023 by targeting a few key watersheds in the Viphya Plateau region of northern Malawi because of its steep terrain, deforestation, and level of poverty.
The heart of Floresta’s mission is restoring relationships-between people and the planet, between people and one another, and between people and the Creator. At Floresta, we believe in the inherent values of equality and agency for all people. We work with people as partners, not beneficiaries. Floresta is on a God-inspired journey as a member of the Plant With Purpose Global Partnership and is inviting applications from recent qualified graduates to join its annual internship program and is looking for applicants who pledge to God to serve communities with respect and establish partnerships to restore the environment and improve the economic stability of the people of Malawi; Ecclesiastes 4:9; Isaiah 40:31; Philippians 2:4.
COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAM INTERN
Brief Job Summary
Reports to: Environmental Restoration Officer
Location: Community-Based (Lwafwa Watershed)
Job Statement
The Community-Based Program Intern is responsible for:
- Facilitating/coordinating all activities (Environment Restoration, Economic Empowerment, and Spiritual Renewal) at the Lwafwa watershed.
- Supporting Floresta Officers in mobilising the Communities when intending to conduct meetings, seminars, trainings, etc at the watershed.
- Ensuring timely submission of all the necessary data by the Community volunteers (Indigenous Facilitators, Village Agents, and Church representatives).
- When the need arises, support Floresta in facilitating trainings organised by Floresta in Malawi.
- Support in the organisation of field missions, supervision, and monitoring of the implementation of Floresta activities.
- Collection and compilation of monthly reports from the Community Volunteers and submission to Programs Officers.
- Participate and contribute in all the meetings organised by Floresta at the watershed and office level.
- Representing Floresta in all the meetings organised by the Community leaders.
- Attend all the joint review meetings.
Key Competencies and Attributes
- A minimum of a Certificate or Diploma in Community Development, Social Work, Agriculture, or any other related fields. Recent Graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Must be able to work effectively independently, in a team situation, and with supervision.
- Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, excellent organisation, communication, and writing skills.
- Good teamwork and networking skills. A motorcycle license is a must.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Candidates meeting the above qualifications and experience should include the following in their application: a detailed Curriculum Vitae with the names of three traceable referees, a cover letter, and copies of relevant certificates.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 23 September, 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
All Applications should be addressed to The National Director via email: hr@florestamw.org
Floresta is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity and inclusion in its work and staff. Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged.