Project Officer – Every Child Belongs Project

World Vision

. Promote disability inclusion and facilitate access to essential services .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeMalawiMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in promoting disability inclusion, community capacity-building, and advocacy for accessible services. Skilled in developing training programs, facilitating community engagement, and implementing inclusive education strategies.

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Disability InclusionCommunity Capacity-BuildingProject ManagementAdvocacy TrainingGESI Compliance

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Hard Skills

Community AssessmentTraining DevelopmentCase ManagementData GatheringProgram DesignService CoordinationDisability Awareness CampaignsInclusive Education StrategiesResearch on Disability IssuesChild Protection Advocacy

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationFacilitation SkillsBuilding Collaborative RelationshipsInfluencing Individuals & GroupsPracticing Accountability & Integrity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Industry Keywords

GESIDEIChild SafeguardingDisability StudiesInclusive PracticesCommunity EngagementChild Well-BeingCapacity GapsStakeholder EngagementLocal Advocacy Efforts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote disability inclusion and facilitate access to essential services
Develop community participation, empowerment, and capacity-building processes
Assess and build community capacity for sustainable local change
Conduct disability awareness campaigns and community sensitization
Identify capacity gaps and develop training plans for staff and community partners
Provide GESI and disability awareness and technical assistance for accessibility improvements
Promote inclusive education through teacher and parent training
Mentor volunteers, committees, stakeholders, and parents of children with disabilities
Build capacity on case management for children with disabilities
Ensure access to quality education and appropriate healthcare services for children with disabilities
Support early assessments and therapies
Address dietary needs and feeding challenges by linking with relevant sectors
Train caregivers and parents and create support networks
Advocate for physically accessible environments and reduced stigma
Gather data and conduct research on disability issues
Establish and maintain inclusive child-friendly spaces and clubs
Facilitate case management assessments, individualized plans, service coordination, and continuous improvement
Develop inclusive program designs, implementation strategies, and budgets
Promote accessible services and infrastructure
Generate data and knowledge about disability experiences and outcomes
Facilitate training, iterative learning, and program adaptations
Implement activities focused on community engagement, child participation, child protection, advocacy, and spiritual nurture
Report high-risk child sponsorship-related incidents
Establish community networks, coalitions, and partnerships for child well-being
Empower persons with disabilities through leadership, project planning, and advocacy training
Establish partnerships with disability-focused organizations and government agencies
Advocate for policy changes and inclusive practices
Facilitate compliance with GESI, DEI, disability, child safeguarding, and adult safeguarding policies
Support local advocacy efforts for child well-being through CPA/CVA
Engage stakeholders at community, district, and national levels
Represent World Vision Malawi in relevant national and district technical working groups
Participate in global and regional child protection and GESI communities of practice and initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field such as Education, Inclusive or Special Needs Education, Social Sciences, Disability Studies, Development Studies or any other relevant fields
At least 3 years of relevant experience
Excellent facilitation, communication, and project management skills
Achieving quality results & service
Practicing accountability & integrity
Practicing innovation & change
Building collaborative relationships
Influencing individuals & groups
Local Applicants Only

Benefits

Comp & perks

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)