Some of the most meaningful moments in our work at PEMIMPIN happen in schools. Sitting with teachers, building trust, and listening to what is working, what is not, and what we can change together so their students can flourish.
We partner closely with teachers and school leaders to design learning experiences that respond to real challenges in schools. Our work is practical, grounded, and shaped by what actually happens on the ground. As our programmes deepen and reach more schools, we are opening up opportunities to grow our team.
If this resonates with you and you want to be part of a team committed to contributing to lasting change, we would love to hear from you.
About The Play for Literacy (PFL) Program:
The Play for Literacy (PFL) Program under PEMIMPIN’s Fellowships Pillar is a program that focuses on
strengthening teachers’ instructional and facilitation practices through interactive, play-based learning
approaches. PFL is designed to address literacy gaps in Bahasa Melayu, particularly among early and
struggling readers, by equipping teachers with practical, classroom-ready strategies that support
foundational literacy development.
About the Role:
The Associate / Senior Associate plays a key role in designing and delivering the Play for Literacy (PFL)
program by facilitating teacher training and supporting Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) efforts to
assess and strengthen program impact.
The role is responsible for ensuring PFL activities are implemented with high quality and consistency,
program operations are well-coordinated, and clear communication is maintained throughout
implementation. The Associate / Senior Associate reports to a Manager and Senior Director within
PEMIMPIN’s Fellowships Pillar.
🔗 For more details on the roles, expectations, and compensation, click here!
📩 For enquiries, please email admin@pemimpingsl.org
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include running training and coaching sessions for teachers, supporting classroom- and
activity-based learning, and observing student participation to inform instructional and program
improvements. Through structured delivery, reflective practice, and ongoing support to teachers, the Play
for Literacy program seeks to strengthen instructional quality and create meaningful, engaging literacy
learning experiences for students.
Requirements
Alignment & Mindset
● Strong alignment with PEMIMPIN’s mission, vision, and values, with a genuine commitment to serving
schools, teachers, and students.
● Proactive, reflective, and willing to learn on the go, with the ability to adapt quickly and apply feedback
in dynamic school-based environments.
● Demonstrates professionalism and ethical practice, including the ability to interact with children
respectfully, safely, and age-appropriately at all times.
● Strong critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset.
Education, Literacy & Instructional Practice
● Demonstrated interest or experience in literacy education, particularly foundational literacy and Bahasa
Melayu.
● Prior experience in teaching, training, tutoring, mentoring, or facilitating learning in formal or informal
education settings.
● Ability to facilitate training sessions, workshops, and professional learning activities in education or
school-based contexts.
● Experience or aptitude in observing classrooms, engaging with students, and providing constructive
feedback to inform instructional improvements.
Program Management & Learning
● Ability to plan, implement, and monitor education programs effectively.
● Experience or familiarity with Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) processes, including data
collection, reflection, and reporting to support continuous improvement.
● Ability to translate insights from program data and observations into practical improvements.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
● Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
● Professional judgement and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with teachers, school leaders, and
education stakeholders.
● Ability to communicate ideas clearly, professionally, and thoughtfully, both verbally and in writing, in
Bahasa Melayu and English.
Qualifications & Experience
● A Bachelor’s degree in any field.
● 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience in education, social work, or related fields.
● Experience working with non-profit, education or social impact organisations is an added advantage.
Technical & Operational Requirements
● Strong proficiency in Google Workspace and comfort using digital tools for communication,
documentation, and data tracking.
● Experience in multimedia content creation or basic media and social media management is desirable.
● Willingness and ability to travel frequently within Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas.
