Multiple Positions

Job description

Pestalozzi International is a family of nonprofit organizations that offers child-cantered education to disadvantaged children in the Global South, supporting economic growth and social mobility. Recognizing the uniqueness of every child’s fullest potential, we educate beyond the classroom to develop future-oriented vocational skills and nurture emotional, social and mental well-being. Our approach provides for a future generation of compassionate global citizens equipped with the ‘Head, Heart and Hands’ to define their lives according to their potential, not their backgrounds. We see a tomorrow where every child’s innate talent, empathy, and rich diversity of lived experience are nurtured. Where education instils the power to make informed decisions, fuels the fire of ambition, and inspires everyone to shape a brighter tomorrow for all humanity. Our vision is a world where every child has the knowledge, skills, and ambition to develop their nations and to create a better world for us all. We are looking for qualified and talented  individuals to fill the below positions;

1. Position Title  : Learning & Development Mentor  X 2

Reporting To  : Curriculums Manager (direct), Programs Manager (collaborative)

Purpose of the Role

To enhance academic excellence, critical thinking, and innovation among Pestalozzi learners by mentoring and supporting their academic journeys, integrating SEE Learning, and driving enrichment programs that strengthen intellectual development (Head).

Key Responsibilities

Mentor and coach learners in academics, critical thinking, and study skills.
Support integration of SEE Learning principles into the classroom and co-curricular activities.
Facilitate academic clubs (debates, STEM, literacy circles, innovation hubs).
Track academic progress and recommend remedial interventions.
Collaborate with teachers to strengthen curriculum delivery.
Document and share learner growth stories with management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

80%+ of learners show improved academic performance year-on-year.
At least 3 new academic clubs/projects established and running annually.
Documented individual learner progress reports each term.
Demonstrated integration of SEE Learning in curriculum activities.
Quarterly reports submitted to Curriculums Manager.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, or related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in teaching, youth mentorship, or curriculum development.
Familiarity with SEE Learning or similar socio-emotional learning frameworks.
Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.

Core Competencies

Academic mentorship and critical thinking.
Communication and facilitation.
Data collection and reporting.
Creativity and innovation in learning.

2.  Position Title: Skills & Enterprise Mentor x 1

Reporting To: Curriculums Manager (direct), Programs Manager (collaborative)

Purpose of the Role

To equip learners with practical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills that prepare them for employability, self-reliance, and enterprise creation. This role links classroom learning with real-world opportunities (Hands).

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate vocational and enterprise training (ICT, agribusiness, creative arts, digital media).
Mentor learners in entrepreneurship and innovation projects.
Build partnerships with private sector, NGOs, and skills development agencies.
Facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and enterprise incubation opportunities.
Support learners to design and implement small enterprise/community projects.
Document success stories for donor and management reporting.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

At least 70% of learners graduate with demonstrable enterprise/digital skills.
At least 2 partnerships/internship pipelines established annually.
50%+ of learners engaged in small enterprise or community projects by year 2.
Documented case studies of youth enterprise/skills success.
Timely submission of quarterly progress reports.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, ICT, or related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in enterprise/skills development, youth training, or livelihoods.
Proven experience in entrepreneurship/enterprise incubation.
Experience engaging with private sector and community stakeholders.

Core Competencies

Practical training and facilitation.
Enterprise development and innovation.
Networking and partnership building.
Project management and reporting.

3.  Position Title: Future Leaders Mentor  X  1

Reporting To: Programs Manager (direct), Curriculums Manager (collaborative)

Purpose of the Role

To nurture resilient, compassionate, and confident leaders by embedding SEE Learning, psychosocial wellbeing, civic engagement, and leadership mentorship into learner development (Heart).

Key Responsibilities

Mentor learners in leadership, confidence, and life skills.
Facilitate SEE Learning sessions focused on resilience, mindfulness, and wellbeing.
Coordinate mentorship networks (alumni, peer mentors, community leaders).
Guide learners in civic responsibility, volunteering, and social impact projects.
Provide psychosocial support and referrals when needed.
Capture and share learner transformation stories for impact reporting.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

At least 75% of learners demonstrate improved resilience and confidence (measured via evaluations).
At least 3 community/social projects initiated annually by learners.
Documented mentorship and leadership growth journeys for at least 50% of learners.
Timely submission of quarterly impact reports.
Established alumni/mentor engagement activities at least twice a year.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in youth development, psychosocial support, or mentorship.
Knowledge of SEE Learning or similar socio-emotional frameworks.
Strong facilitation and counseling skills.

Core Competencies

Youth mentorship and psychosocial support.
Leadership and civic engagement facilitation.
Communication and relationship building.
Emotional intelligence and resilience building.

4.  Data Management Officer (MEL) X  1

Reports to : Programs Manager

Role Purpose

The Data Management Officer plays a central role in strengthening Pestalozzi Zambia’s ability to measure, analyze, and demonstrate the impact of its programs. This role ensures effective data collection, management, and reporting systems that track success across education, skills development, SEE Learning, and livelihoods initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Systems

Develop and operationalize a comprehensive M&E framework aligned to Pestalozzi Zambia’s Theory of Change and donor requirements.
Establish clear indicators, baselines, and targets for all programs (SkillsHub, SEE Learning, Digital Literacy, Organic Agriculture, etc.).
Conduct routine monitoring visits, ensuring data validity, accuracy, and timeliness.
Support program teams in embedding M&E practices into day-to-day implementation.
Ensure seamless integration of data collection and reporting between Airtable (SkillsHub) and Zoho (Future Leaders Program).

Data Management & Analysis

Develop and manage a central data management system that consolidates information from Airtable, Zoho, and paper-based sources.
Collect, clean, verify, and organize both quantitative and qualitative data from all programs.
Produce data visualizations, dashboards, and trend analyses tailored for internal decision-making and donor accountability.
Ensure compliance with data protection, privacy, and confidentiality standards at all stages of data handling.
Proactively identify gaps, duplications, and inconsistencies in data and address them through system improvements.

Reporting & Learning

Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual impact reports for internal leadership, donors, and stakeholders.
Provide evidence-based insights and recommendations to inform adaptive program design and resource allocation.
Document and disseminate best practices, success stories, and impact case studies to showcase program achievements.
Support proposal development and fundraising efforts by providing data-backed evidence and impact metrics.
Maintain a digital repository of reports, learning documents, and case studies for easy access and reference.

Capacity Building & Partnerships

Train staff, facilitators, and community partners on data collection tools, Airtable, Zoho, and reporting standards.
Build the capacity of youth leaders and stakeholders to actively engage in participatory M&E.
Work with local and international partners to harmonize data collection systems and align with global M&E best practices.
Promote a culture of data-driven learning and accountability across Pestalozzi Zambia.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

100% of programs have updated M&E frameworks and tools.
Timely submission of all reports.
Centralized, consistently updated database.
At least 3 evidence-based learning documents (case studies, impact stories, briefs) annually.
Clear demonstration of program decision-making informed by data.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in M&E, Statistics, Development Studies, Data Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
3–5 years of experience in M&E and data management.
Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel, SPSS, Stata, PowerBI, or similar.
Experience with both qualitative and quantitative methods.
Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

If you wish to apply and you meet the requirements for any of the positions above, send your cover letter and CV to programmentorszambia@pestalozzi.international not later than September, 13, 2025 midnight.