Job Title: Artisan Marketplace & Fashion Program Officer
Location: House On Fire, Malkerns, Eswatini
Position Type: Full-Time
Deadline: 15th August, 2025 (6pm, CAT)
Position Overview
We’re on the hunt for a passionate and organised Artisan Marketplace & Fashion Program Officer to join our vibrant team in Malkerns, Eswatini. If you have a flair for creativity and a knack for project management, this full-time role could be your perfect fit! You’ll work closely with artisans and designers to bring innovative projects to life, coordinate exciting festival activities, and support the growth of small and medium enterprises.
How to Apply
Please send your resume, a one paragraph cover letter, and two references to lifestyle@house-on-fire.com with the subject line Marketplace Officer Application – [Your Name]” by 15th August 2025
Qualifications Required;
- Batchelors Degree in relevant field and or 3–5 years of experience in program coordination or project management, ideally in the creative enterprise or non-profit sectors.
- Experience working with artisans, designers, or creative entrepreneurs is highly desirable.
- Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communities.
- Knowledge of cultural heritage, sustainable development, or craft/fashion industries is an advantage.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Artisan Marketplace & Fashion Program Officeris a proactive and organised individual tasked with coordinating development initiatives for artisans and designers, focusing on project implementation and cross-department collaboration to achieve program goals. This role involves coordinating artisan and fashion projects at the festivals, client relations, and supporting capacity-building activities to empower small and medium enterprises.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project implementation, key account management, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration, and ensuring timely delivery of program goals.
Working with a supportive and highly motivated team in a fast-paced environment, the officer will play a pivotal role in coordinating development projects and activities that support the festivals’ marketplace requirements and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of development programs aimed at empowering small & medium enterprises.
- Manage key departmental accounts and client relations.
- Manage program documentation including project timelines, communications, reports, and deliverables.
- Support capacity-building activities such as workshops, training sessions, and mentorship programs.
- Monitor project outcomes and gather impact data for reporting and improvement.
- Collaborate with various department teams to ensure effective and timely completion of activities.
- Assist in proposal development and stakeholder engagement.
- Assist in preparing partner contracts and ensure deliverables are met
- Support operational rollout of marketplace and activations at Luju and Bushfire Festivals.
- Manage inter-department communications including; budgeting, communications and HR requirements
- Prepare TOR, tasks and monitor activities of fashion and marketplace assistants
- Ensure program activities align with departmental goals and requirements
Qualifications
- Batchelors Degree in relevant field
- 3–5 years of experience in program coordination or project management, ideally in the creative enterprise or non-profit sectors.
- Experience working with artisans, designers, or creative entrepreneurs is highly desirable.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communities.
- Knowledge of cultural heritage, sustainable development, or craft/fashion industries is an advantage.
WORK SCOPE AREAS
As Artisan & Fashion Program Officer you will be responsible for assisting the Marketplace and Fashion Curator with the implementation of all projects that fall under this department.
Festival Strands Coordination
- Fashion Cafe Marketplace
- The Luju Fashion Show and Fashion Activations
- The Luju Fashion Indaba
- The Bushfire Marketplace
- Craft Activations at Bushfire
- Partnerships and sponsor activations at both festivals
Artisan and Designer Development Programs
- The Future Icons Launchpad
- The Taiwan Artisan Support Program
- The Luju Fashion Designer Program
House on Fire / MTN BUSHFIRE is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
