Sr. Program Officer - SGSC

Zindagi Trust; Malakand Division; On-site; PKR 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Job summary

Zindagi Trust, based in Pakistan, is seeking a Sr. Program Officer for Shangla Girls School & College to lead essential educational initiatives. This role demands a candidate with 4-6 years of program management experience in the education sector and strong stakeholder communication skills.

The office is focused on improving children’s education through innovative programs and community impact. Interested candidates should apply online or send their resume to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of relevant experience in program management or education sector projects.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, monitoring, and impact measurement.
• Strong report writing and donor communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of educational programs.
• Act as the liaison between partner organizations.
• Oversee school operations and coordinate with various teams.
• Prepare donor reports and proposals.

Skills

Program Planning & Execution

Monitoring & Evaluation

Report Writing & Documentation

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving & Decision Making

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”.