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Lexa Upile Kalilombe

@lexaupilekalilombe

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Social Worker and educator passionate about impact, advocacy, and community-driven change.

Malawi

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a remote role where I can contribute to meaningful projects in education, health, or advocacy. I value flexibility, purpose-driven work, and opportunities to grow while making a real impact.

I'm Lexa Upile Kalilombe, a Social Worker and Community Development Practitioner currently working as a primary school teacher. I’m passionate about using education, advocacy, and community-based programs to drive meaningful change, especially in underserved areas. With a degree in Social Work from St. John The Baptist University and hands-on experience at FHI360, I’ve worked on behavior change campaigns, mental health awareness, and youth mentorship projects in Malawi.

I bring strong skills in communication, research, data collection and analysis, lesson planning, and community mobilization. I’m also experienced in creating safe and engaging learning environments for young children. I work well independently, stay organized, and take initiative to solve problems and improve outcomes.

I'm looking for remote opportunities where I can support impactful projects in education, health, advocacy, or research. I'm especially drawn to roles that value empathy, inclusion, and practical grassroots experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Teacher

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Cosy Toes School

Sep 2024 - Present (9 months)

Currently teaching Year 1 students, focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills. I create engaging lesson plans, adapt content to diverse learning needs, and foster a supportive classroom environment. This role has deepened my understanding of child development, classroom management, and the importance of early education.

Problem Solving Communication Skills Team Collaboration Teaching Early Childhood Development (ECD)

Social Behavior Change Intern

FHI360

Apr 2023 - Mar 2024 (11 months)

I worked on the COVID-19 Test to Treat pilot project, supporting community engagement and health communication efforts. Helped design and deliver behavior change strategies to increase testing uptake, reduce stigma, and promote treatment access. Collaborated with health workers and local leaders to build trust and improve health outcomes at the grassroots level.

Communication Skills Project Management Problem Solving Demand Generation Budgeting