Community Centre Manager

Job Overview

The Community Centre Manager (CCM) is the anchor of the ASLI Centre, a dedicated hub designed to serve and uplift Indigenous communities through education, skills training, and community empowerment. This is a hands-on role requiring humility, resilience, and a deep respect for local culture.

The CCM lives within or near the village, building trust and delivering programmes directly to community members of all ages. You’ll oversee daily operations, facilitate classes, coordinate outreach and volunteers, and maintain data systems and reporting. You are the face of SOLS in the village: a teacher, a guide, and a community ambassador. The ASLI Community Centre offers free English, Digital Skills & Personal Development.

Each CCM commits 13 months (1 month training, 12 months implementation) to the ASLI Centre.

What do I get?

What’s great about this opportunity?

• Monthly salary: RM2,500 (EPF, SOCSO, EIS included)
• Performance Bonus: RM6,000 - RM12,000 upon successful completion of a 13-month contract and performance review.
• Accommodation and basic utilities provided in or near the village
• Basic insurance coverage
• Training and mentorship from SOLS Foundation HQ and regional teams
• Transport Support: Covered for orientation, quarterly check-ins, and emergencies
• Training: Pre-departure onboarding + capacity building sessions

What do I need?

To be shortlisted for this position, you will need to have:

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field. 
• Able to commit to 12-month placement in rural/remote Indigenous village.
• Strong spoken and written English; basic Bahasa Malaysia proficiency an asset.
• Basic digital literacy (MS Office, Google Drive).

Preferred:

• Experience in teaching, volunteering, or working with underserved communities.
• Motorcycle licence (especially for villages with limited transport).
• Understanding of Indigenous issues, community organising, or rural development.
• Experience in Education, Social Sciences, Community Development or related fields.

Culture & Personality Fit:

• At the ASLI Centre, we’re not just looking for someone who can teach. We’re looking for someone who wants to walk alongside a community, with patience, presence, and purpose. If you're the kind of person who:
• Builds trust through consistency: You show up, follow through, and you become someone the community can count on, not just for lessons, but for connection.
• Finds joy in the basics: You’re happy teaching ABCs, playing games with children, or sitting with a parent after class. You don’t need fancy tools or big achievements to feel fulfilled.
• Stays grounded under pressure: Village life can be isolating, slow, or unpredictable. You adapt, you breathe, and you keep going with grace.
• Respects local knowledge: You’re here to support, not to save. You listen before speaking and see the wisdom that already exists in the community.
• Loves teaching and learning: You care about helping people grow, whether it’s a child reading, or an elder picking up a new word in English.
• Is okay with being out of your comfort zone: You might be the only non-local. The food, pace, and culture will be different. But you're curious, open, and willing to embrace it all.
• We care deeply about character. If you’ve never lived or worked in a rural village before, but you're steady, sincere, and ready for a year that could change both your life and theirs, we’d love to hear from you.

What will I do?

In this role you will:

1. Teaching & Programme Delivery (50%)

• Deliver structured English, digital skills, and life skills sessions using SOLS materials.
• Support community members in learning, confidence-building, and personal growth.
• Track student attendance, progress, and learning outcomes.
• Organise informal sessions for youth and adults as needed.

2. Centre Operations & Administration (25%)

• Ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly – clean, safe, welcoming centre.
• Maintain accurate records (attendance, registration, supplies, asset logs).
• Submit weekly and monthly reports on activities, outreach, and community needs.

3. Community Engagement & Stakeholder Relations (15%)

• Build strong, respectful relationships with community leaders, parents, and partners.
• Support village events, host learning circles, and coordinate visits or volunteer activities.
• Represent SOLS at local meetings, gatherings, or any community-led initiatives.

4. Village Data Collection & Mapping (10%)

• Collect and update demographic, intervention, and infrastructure data.
• Input and verify village-level data to support open-source mapping tools.
• Flag community needs or grievances to the Programme Manager promptly.
   

 

What Success Looks Like

• Stable attendance and active engagement in programmes by learners.
• Centre operates independently with minimal issues.
• Strong rapport with community and timely flagging of risks or issues.
• Accurate, timely reporting and village data updates.
• Completion of 12-month contract with tangible community development outcomes.