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Communications Officer (Volunteer)
2026-03-31T08:21:01+00:00
Nthowa Livelihoods
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VOLUNTEER
Malawi
Lilongwe
10101
Malawi
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Media, Communications & Writing, Social Services & Nonprofit, Advertising & Marketing
MWK
MONTH
2026-04-03T17:00:00+00:00
TELECOMMUTE
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About Nthowa Livelihoods

Nthowa Livelihoods (NL) is a registered, youth-led local non-governmental organization in Malawi committed to strengthening rural livelihoods. The organization advances this mission through climate-smart agriculture, environmental stewardship, youth empowerment, financial inclusion, health initiatives, and educational support. By working closely with community leaders, farmer groups, youth networks, and government extension services, NL promotes sustainable economic development and builds climate resilience in local communities.Malawi business directory

As part of its growth and expansion, Nthowa Livelihoods is seeking to recruit three (3) dedicated volunteers to support its programs and organizational development.

Purpose of the Role

The Communications Officer will support NL in raising awareness about our programs, engaging stakeholders, and documenting success stories. This role is key in enhancing the organization’s visibility and impact through digital and print media.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage NL’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) and update content regularly.
  • Write success stories, newsletters, and other organizational content to showcase program impact.
  • Develop and design basic communications materials (digital graphics, posters, presentations).
  • Maintain media contacts and assist with external communications.
  • Support the organization in branding and public engagement initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Must have a degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
  • Must have a personal laptop and Smart Phones.
  • Experience in social media management and digital communications.
  • Strong writing skills, particularly in storytelling and reporting.
  • Creativity and ability to produce engaging content.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
  • Interest in community development, youth empowerment, and climate resilience.
  • Manage NL’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) and update content regularly.
  • Write success stories, newsletters, and other organizational content to showcase program impact.
  • Develop and design basic communications materials (digital graphics, posters, presentations).
  • Maintain media contacts and assist with external communications.
  • Support the organization in branding and public engagement initiatives.
  • Social media management
  • Digital communications
  • Strong writing skills
  • Storytelling
  • Reporting
  • Creativity
  • Content production
  • Ability to work independently
  • Teamwork
  • Degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
  • Personal laptop and Smart Phones.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Communications Officer (Volunteer)

[Type: VOLUNTEER, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Media, Communications & Writing, Social Services & Nonprofit, Advertising & Marketing]

Jobs at:
Nthowa Livelihoods

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, April 3 2026

Duty Station:
This Job is Remote

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About Nthowa Livelihoods

Nthowa Livelihoods (NL) is a registered, youth-led local non-governmental organization in Malawi committed to strengthening rural livelihoods. The organization advances this mission through climate-smart agriculture, environmental stewardship, youth empowerment, financial inclusion, health initiatives, and educational support. By working closely with community leaders, farmer groups, youth networks, and government extension services, NL promotes sustainable economic development and builds climate resilience in local communities.Malawi business directory

As part of its growth and expansion, Nthowa Livelihoods is seeking to recruit three (3) dedicated volunteers to support its programs and organizational development.

Purpose of the Role

The Communications Officer will support NL in raising awareness about our programs, engaging stakeholders, and documenting success stories. This role is key in enhancing the organization’s visibility and impact through digital and print media.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage NL’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) and update content regularly.
  • Write success stories, newsletters, and other organizational content to showcase program impact.
  • Develop and design basic communications materials (digital graphics, posters, presentations).
  • Maintain media contacts and assist with external communications.
  • Support the organization in branding and public engagement initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Must have a degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
  • Must have a personal laptop and Smart Phones.
  • Experience in social media management and digital communications.
  • Strong writing skills, particularly in storytelling and reporting.
  • Creativity and ability to produce engaging content.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
  • Interest in community development, youth empowerment, and climate resilience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit their Application Letter and CV with Certificate 

Deadline: 3 April 2026

Equal Opportunity

Nthowa Livelihoods is an Equal Opportunity Organization. Women, youth, and persons from local communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Job Info
Job Category: Communications/ Public Relations jobs in Malawi
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, April 3 2026
Duty Station: This Job is Remote
Posted: 31-03-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 31-03-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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