Field officer – public social accountability advocacy project (psaap)

OVERVIEWThe Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP), an advocacy arm of the Catholic Church under the Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Field Officer under the Public Social Accountability Advocacy Project (PSAAP).The Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu focuses on pastoral care, human and social development, and institutional development. Through its human and social development programmes, the Diocese seeks to improve community livelihoods, strengthen resilience, promote justice and peace, and uphold human dignity.With support from Misereor-Germany, CCJP is implementing the PSAAP project in St Paul's, St Cecilia, St Martin De Porres and St Luke the Evangelist Parishes in Mzimba District, as well as St Joseph Mkasa Parish in Rumphi District.JOB TYPE: Not specified in the advertApplication Deadline: Friday, 13th November 2026Duty Station: St Paul's Parish, MzimbaReports to: CCJP CoordinatorPOSITION: FIELD OFFICERJOB SUMMARYThe Field Officer will support the implementation of public social accountability activities by mobilising communities, facilitating dialogue, promoting citizens' participation in monitoring public service delivery, and strengthening engagement between communities and relevant stakeholders.The successful candidate will also coordinate project activities, monitor performance indicators, manage activity funds, and prepare timely reports on project implementation and results.KEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants must possess the following:A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Social Sciences.A demonstrated commitment to upholding Catholic values and knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching.Strong knowledge of community engagement and public social accountability.Hands-on experience in data analysis using Microsoft Excel and SPSS, particularly in relation to indicator performance tracking.Demonstrable ability to work with priests and nuns.PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONThe ideal candidate should demonstrate:Strong community mobilisation and sensitisation skills.Good communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.Ability to engage effectively with community members and relevant stakeholders.Strong analytical, organisational and reporting skills.Commitment to justice, peace, transparency, good governance and human dignity.Ability to work collaboratively with faith-based organisations and government institutions.DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Community Mobilisation and Public Social AccountabilityMobilise and sensitise communities on public social accountability, transparency and good governance.Promote citizens' participation in monitoring public service delivery.Facilitate capacity-building sessions for community members on their rights and responsibilities.Support communities in identifying and advocating for solutions to challenges affecting public service delivery.2. Community Dialogue and Stakeholder EngagementFacilitate community dialogues and engagement meetings with relevant stakeholders.Work closely with community structures, local leaders, faith-based organisations and government institutions.Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at community and district levels.3. Project Implementation and MonitoringEnsure effective implementation of project activities in line with approved workplans.Oversee the execution of workplans and document project outputs and outcomes.Track the performance of indicators against project objectives.Identify indicators with undesirable performance and suggest appropriate remedial approaches.4. Financial Management and AccountabilityAccount for project activity funds.Prepare and submit liquidation reports to the Projects Accountant on time.Ensure proper accountability for resources used during project activities.5. Reporting and DocumentationDocument project activities and prepare relevant reports.Prepare quarterly, biannual and annual reports.Ensure timely submission of reports to the Projects Officer.Maintain accurate records of project activities, achievements and results.HOW TO APPLYInterested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:A cover letter.A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing details of three (3) traceable referees.Copies of academic and professional certificates.Applications should be sent by email to:Email: recruitment@mzuzudiocese.mwClosing Date: Friday, 13th November 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.