Programme Officer – Schools, WASH and Solar

**Position Overview**

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in driving the development and sustainability of SEED’s solar light libraries and school-based electrification initiatives in rural Madagascar. Based within our Schools, WASH and Solar Programme, you will contribute directly to expanding access to energy and improving learning environments for isolated communities.

We are seeking a motivated development professional with one to three years of experience in grant writing and programme delivery, and a strong interest in renewable energy and education projects, who is ready to step into a role with increased responsibility and professional growth.

Working alongside national and international colleagues, community partners and members of our Solar consortium, you will support grant development, donor reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and the ongoing improvement of programme implementation. Your contribution will be central to strengthening partnerships, securing funding and ensuring high-quality delivery of impactful solar initiatives.

Strong grant writing experience and the ability to work to a high standard in both English and French are essential. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

*Location:* Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar
\*Timeframe:\*two years, extendable (probationary period 3 months)
*Terms and conditions:* Local salary to support with accommodation and living costs, contribution of £1,200 towards flights and £650 towards insurance

**Duties and responsibilities**:

Provide advice and support in the development of projects including: preparation and editing of funding proposals; preparation and editing of reports for external stakeholders; monitoring and evaluation of current projects; developing and updating guidelines and templates for external-facing materials; liaison with the London project development team and local staff; and support and mentoring of interns and junior officers.

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