Lackson Creto
@lacksoncreto
Project Coordinator at VSO, coordinating programmes after supporting EdTech delivery reaching 200,000+ learners across Malawi.
MalawiWhat I'm looking for
At VSO, I coordinate projects after supporting delivery of the FCDO-funded Unlocking Talent EdTech programme across multiple districts. That work supported programming reaching 200,000+ learners, and I contributed to the government-led scale-up of a national initiative targeting 3.8 million learners.
At World Vision, I directed an integrated area programme serving more than 13,000 children and managed education initiatives that mobilised over $280,000 in funding. I’m looking to deepen my contribution to programme management, partnerships, development consultancy and EdTech, helping organisations turn strategy into sustainable results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Coordinator
VSO
Sep 2026 - Present (1 month)
Worked as Project Coordinator at VSO.
Project Coordinator and Communications Officer (Additional Responsibility)
VSO
Dec 2023 - Aug 2026 (2 years 8 months)
Progressed from project coordination into an expanded communications and programme leadership remit, directing delivery across multiple districts for the FCDO-funded Unlocking Talent EdTech programme. Led a 14-person distributed team and worked remotely with government counterparts, education specialists and international partners including FCDO, UNICEF and DFID. Supported programming reaching 200
Area Program Team Lead
World Vision
Oct 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Directed an integrated area programme bringing education, health and child protection interventions together to serve more than 13,000 children across rural Malawi. Balanced field leadership with coordination involving donors, headquarters, government authorities and community structures, while overseeing a portfolio exceeding $2M. The role centred on connecting financial stewardship, programme qu
Education Project Officer
World Vision
Feb 2016 - Sep 2022 (6 years 7 months)
Built a long-term career in education programming by combining classroom-level evidence, community engagement and programme implementation to improve learning outcomes across Malawi. Delivered early-grade literacy initiatives reaching more than 30,000 children while progressively taking on responsibility for teacher development, stakeholder partnerships, funding mobilisation and programme adaptati
Stepped into an expanded coordination role to oversee a $1.5M education programme while maintaining delivery quality, compliance and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams. The assignment combined budget stewardship with funding development and strategic advocacy, requiring close attention to donor expectations while identifying opportunities to broaden programme reach. Developed a new
Copy Editor and Proof Reader (Education Publications)
CLAIM Mabuku Limited
Mar 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 9 months)
Combined editorial judgement with education-sector knowledge to strengthen the quality and usability of curriculum-aligned publications. Reviewed academic and educational manuscripts with close attention to accuracy, clarity, consistency and alignment with national curriculum requirements, working across content and visual elements to preserve the intended learning experience. Collaborated with au
Language Teacher and Bursar
Ministry of Education, Thunga CDSS, Malawi
Oct 2014 - Feb 2016 (1 year 4 months)
Held a dual academic and administrative position, combining language instruction with responsibility for selected school finance and procurement functions. In the classroom, adapted teaching approaches to accommodate different learning needs and provided additional academic support where learners required reinforcement. On the administrative side, introduced more structured approaches to financial
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Alison
Early Childhood Studies Development and Education
Sep 2026
Alison
Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Jun 2025
Alison
Diploma in Structural Engineering and Construction Site Safety
Sep 2025
Amity University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Production and Operations Management
2022 - 2024
Alison
Artificial Intelligence in Project Management
Aug 2024
Skills for Your First 90 Days as a New Manager
Mar 2023
The Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action
Introduction to the Minumum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action
Jul 2023
World Vision
Learning Roots eWorkshop
Nov 2022
UN CC:Learn
Specialized Module on Children and Climate Change
May 2022
Advice for Leaders during a Crisis
Oct 2022
Writing a Cover Letter
Oct 2022
Great Learning Academy
Excel Tips and Tricks
2022
World Vision
Transformational Development Introduction
2021
World Vision
Measuring Evidence of Quality Achieved (MEQA) Training of Trainers
Feb 2021
World Vision
Unlock Literacy-Community Action
2021
World Vision
Unlock Literacy-Community Action Certificate
2021
Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation
Procurement and Logistics Certificate
Apr 2020
UNDP
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
May 2020
Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL)
Education Change-makers Certificate
Apr 2020
Humanitarian Academy at Harvard
Building a Better Response
Jul 2018
Catholic Relief Services
MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning) in Emergencies
Feb 2018
University of Malawi - UNIMA
Bachelor's Degree, Education (Language)
2009 - 2013
Studied Bachelor of Education (Language) and graduated with Credit in 2013.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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