About Us:

Zindagi Trust is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes and opportunities for children in public sector schools across Pakistan. We are committed to fostering a high-quality learning environment and driving impactful changes through innovative academic and co-curricular programs, as well as advocacy for policy reform.

Role Overview:

The position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual capable of managing research activities, stakeholder coordination, and advocacy efforts simultaneously.

Success in this role will depend on strong ownership of timelines, follow-ups, coordination, documentation, and stakeholder alignment.

Location:

Karachi (may require occasional field visits, onsite meetings, and travel to workshop venues)

Duration:

Project-based role (1-year contract, with potential extension based on performance and project needs)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Education, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field
• Prior experience or academic coursework in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Research thesis or project report in a relevant field (strongly preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with NGOs, research firms, or development sector projects
• Evidence-based report writing and research documentation
• Strategy development, donor management, and program support
• Coordinating with policymakers and seeking endorsements/approvals from government departments
• Managing external partners and coalitions
• Organizing workshops, roundtables, and events
• Developing policy briefs, presentations, and advocacy materials
• Cross-functional collaboration with communications, finance, and operations teams

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Proficiency in referencing styles (APA, Harvard, etc.)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience
• Report writing or advocacy project samples (if available)

How to Apply:

Candidates meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply by clicking the link: APPLY ONLINE OR

Interested candidates are requested to send their Resume long with Cover Letter & Report Writing Sample at [email protected] with the subject line: “Program Officer - Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement”.