Programme Officer

The Kaghan Memorial Trust; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the non-profit sector is seeking a Programme Assistant to support its mission of providing free education to underprivileged children. This role involves working closely with the Programme Officer, assisting in fundraising efforts, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s degree, strong communication skills, and a commitment to the Trust's objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience in the non-profit sector.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 2 years of relevant work experience required.
• Strong communication and English writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fundraising proposals and documentation.
• Communicate with donors, sponsors, and job applicants.

Skills

Communication Skills

English Writing

English Speaking

Teamwork

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

The Kaghan Memorial Trust (KMT) is an Islamabad-based non-profit charitable organisation that is building and operating a large school in the Kaghan Valley that provides free education to underprivileged children from that area. KMT is currently in the process of recruiting a Programme Assistant to work at its Head Office in Bani Gala, Islamabad for a period of minimum one year starting ASAP.

As part of the Head Office team, working under the supervision of a Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Programme Team with:

1. Fundraising:
   1. Preparation of proposals, presentations and documentation for donors;
   2. Organisation of various fundraising events for the Trust.
2. Communication:
   1. With donors and child sponsors;
   2. With job applicants;
   3. Between the school and the KMT Head Office.
3. Any other Trust-related tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

Applicants will need to have a Master’s degree, two years of relevant work experience, strong communication skills and, most importantly, excellent English writing and speaking skills. Experience of writing donor proposals and grant requests will be considered a strong asset in the selection process. It is essential that the candidate has a firm sense of commitment to the Trust's objectives and is willing to work for KMT for at least one full year.

The applicant must also be a team player who is willing to follow instructions from supervisors and team leaders, and who can also lead independently when needed. All applicants should send a cover letter and CV to the Managing Trustee of the Kaghan Memorial Trust. The closing date for applications is the 30th of November 2015. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted; please do not call us directly to ask about the status of your application.

Non-Profit Organization Management - Islamabad, Pakistan