Sr. Program Officer - SGSC

Zindagitrust; Malakand Division; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Zindagi Trust is seeking a Sr. Program Officer for Shangla Girls School & College, committed to improving educational outcomes in public sector schools across Pakistan. This role involves leading educational programs, ensuring quality, and coordinating between various stakeholders for effective implementation.

With a focus on program management, candidates should possess strong communication skills, relevant experience, and a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in program management and education sector projects.
• Experience in project planning, monitoring, reporting, and impact measurement.
• Demonstrated skills in donor communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of key educational programs.
• Act as the liaison between partner organizations.
• Oversee school operations and coordinate with support departments.
• Manage program monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Report Writing

Monitoring & Evaluation

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Zindagi Trust is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes and opportunities for children in public sector schools across Pakistan. We are committed to fostering a high-quality learning environment and driving impactful change through innovative academic and co-curricular programs, as well as advocacy for policy reform.

We're Hiring!

Zindagi Trust is looking for a Sr. Program Officer for Shangla Girls School & College! If you're passionate about education, program management, and community impact, this is your chance to make a difference.

Job Description:

• Lead planning, coordination, and implementation of key educational programs including mental health counseling, career coaching, child protection, LSBE, and student support initiatives.
• Act as the main liaison between partner organizations (ZT, MF, & SGSC) to ensure alignment of goals and effective communication.
• Oversee school operations and coordinate with HR, Finance, IT, and Procurement for smooth execution of activities.
• Ensure timely delivery and quality of all program initiatives and interventions.
• Manage program monitoring and evaluation, including development of indicators, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare donor reports, proposals, updates, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges and provide strategic guidance for program improvement.
• Support budget reviews, resource allocation, and planning of new initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and maintain strong donor relations and communication.
• Monitor program progress against defined milestones and performance indicators.
• Address urgent issues related to student well-being, teacher support, and school infrastructure.
• Facilitate coordination and communication between on-ground teams and head office departments.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree will be preferred.
• Additional certifications in Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Child Protection, Mental Health, or Education Programs will be an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 4–6 years of relevant experience in program management, education sector projects, development sector initiatives, or stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in coordinating with donors, grantors, schools, and multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, monitoring, reporting, and impact measurement.
• Experience in managing cross-functional coordination with HR, Finance, Procurement, and IT teams.
• Strong report writing, proposal development, and donor communication skills.
• Experience in educational program implementation, child protection, mental health, career coaching, or community development initiatives will be preferred.
• Stakeholder Management
• Program Planning & Execution
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Donor Reporting & Communication
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Budget Monitoring
• Leadership & Coordination
• Data Analysis & Impact Measurement
• Report Writing & Documentation
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

How to Apply:

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria may apply by clicking the link: APPLY ONLINE. to submit their application, or by sending their resume to [e-mail] with the subject line “Sr. Program Officer - SGSC”.