Field Facilitators (3 Positions)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYABOUT USFloresta in Malawi is a local Christian organization and a member of the Global Plant With Purpose Alliance (PWP) that works in partnership with communities to restore the environment, strengthen livelihoods, promote spiritual renewal, to address poverty and inequality. The organization is currently focusing on selected watersheds in Nkhata Bay, addressing deforestation, poverty and environmental degradation, We treat community members as partners rather than beneficiaries, seeking to restore relationships with the land, each other and God Floresta in Malawi is now inviting applications from eligible candidates for positions within the organization.FIELD FACILITATORS (THREE POSITIONS)Floresta is looking for three passionate, community-based Field Facilitators. The facilitators will support the field-level implementation of Floresta’s integrated programme activities in the watersheds. The positions will involve extensive travel within rural target areas and will contribute to building economic resilience, environmental sustainability and spiritual growth.Location: Watersheds where Floresta is working in Nkhata Bay DistrictDepartment: ProgrammesReports to: Programme OfficersKEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Community Mobilisation and Field OperationsMobilise community stakeholders to participate in meetings, training sessions and programme activities.Coordinate field visits, monitor implementation progress and maintain effective working relationships with community structures.Identity emerging community needs and implementation challenges and document these issuas.2. Environmental and Climate ResilienceEducate and support communities in sustainable land management, biodiversity conservation, agroforestry and climate resilience.Facilitate community-led tree planting, soil conservation, waste management and other locally appropriate environmental initiatives.Facilitate Farmer Field Schools, support agricultural trials and collect data on their performance and results.Support communities to identify and implement practical responses to environmental and climate-related challenges.3. Economic Empowerment and Savings GroupsMobilise, establish and mentor Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA/SILC).Facilitate training in financial literacy, group governance, leadership, group dynamics and conflict resolution.Monitor savings-group performance, review ledger books, support annual share-out processes and promote accurate financial record-keeping.Strengthen groups financial management and sustainability to enhance household economic resilience.4. Spiritual Integration and Community CareFacilitate holistic discipleship, Bible studies and contextualised reflection sessionsPromote values of biblical stewardship, integrity, unity and hope within groups.Provide basic mentorship, pastoral care and moral support to community members.Network with local churches and faith leaders to align community work with spiritual goals.5. Monitoring, Data and ReportingCollect data from community volunteers and submit accurate weekly and monthly field reports.Gather community feedback, case studies, success stories and media/photographic evidence.Support the collection and documentation of programme results, lessons learned and community feedback.Maintain accurate field records and report emerging implementation challenges and risks Programme Officers.