Project Manager (GLIDE Project) / Deputy Director

About

KODO is a growing disability-focused organisation based outside Salima, working to improve livelihood opportunities, inclusion and independence for people with disabilities. The organisation is seeking a motivated and ambitious individual to support its next stage of development through the GLIDE project (Growing Local Independence through Disability-inclusive Empowerment), funded by the Scottish Government in partnership with Global Concerns Trust (GCT).

The successful candidate will work alongside KODO's Founder-Director and receive mentorship and training from KODO and GCT Board members and the GLIDE Advisory Board.

This role is suitable for someone with a few years of relevant experience who is ready to advance professionally and gain hands-on experience in organisational leadership, strategic planning and NGO management.

Continued employment beyond the initial contract period will depend on organisational needs and available funding.

Key Duties

• Support implementation of KODO's organisational development and sustainability plans.
• Work with the Founder-Director and staff to strengthen organisational systems, policies and practices.
• Identify opportunities for organisational growth and income diversification.
• Contribute to strategic planning and organisational decision-making.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, sponsors, government agencies, community organisations and other stakeholders.
• Oversee and support delivery of the GLIDE project.
• Monitor progress against project objectives and reporting requirements.
• Support project planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Ensure programmes are delivered effectively and align with organisational values and commitments.
• Provide day-to-day support and supervision to staff where required.
• Contribute to organisational reporting, budgeting and operational management.
• Work collaboratively with local and international partners.
• Participate in mentoring and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Development Studies or a related field.
• At least 3 years' relevant professional experience in the NGO, development, public or private sector.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work respectfully with diverse stakeholders and across generations of leadership.
• Professional proficiency in English and Chichewa.
• Experience in fundraising, partnership development or social enterprise initiatives (Desirable).
• Experience supervising staff, volunteers or trainees (Desirable).
• Experience in disability inclusion, community development or livelihoods programming (Desirable).
• Understanding of monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches (Desirable).
• Lived experience of disability (Desirable).

How to Apply

Submit your application to:

Email: kodo.glide@gmail.com

Email Subject: Deputy Director

Required Documents:

• A CV of no more than two pages.
• A one-page cover letter explaining your interest in the position and demonstrating how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Candidates will be required to deliver a presentation to the interview panel. The interview panel will be gender-balanced and comprise two Malawi-based and two Scotland-based representatives. No telephone enquiries.

KODO is an equal opportunity employer and especially welcomes applications from people with disabilities.