Junior Programme Assistant (M/F) – Development Projects

About the role

The Junior Programme Assistant will support the day‑to‑day implementation and follow‑up of development projects in Cabo Delgado Province, reporting to the Programme Managers.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain trackers of activities, deadlines, deliverables and follow up with partners and stakeholders.
• Prepare first drafts of project documents such as concept notes, scopes of work, MoUs, contracts and progress reports.
• Organise and document project meetings, take minutes and ensure actions are followed up.
• Conduct research on government policies, sector information and potential partners to support programme development.
• Compile information for internal reviews, audits and evaluations under the guidance of the Programme Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Business Administration, Economics, International Relations, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Project Management or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in programme or project administration, logistics, finance support or partner coordination, preferably in an NGO or donor‑funded environment.
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken Portuguese and English.
• Willingness to travel to programme locations as needed.
• Mozambican nationality is an advantage.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Salary conditions compatible with experience and responsibility level.
• Opportunities for personal development.