Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-governmental organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Child protection is key in all that we do.
Working in Zambia since 1996, Plan International Zambia’s development and capacity building programmes focus primarily on Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, Economic Security and Youth Empowerment, including Child Protection and Participation. Plan International Zambia has programme units in; Central, Luapula, and Eastern Provinces including in Lusaka, where the Country Office is located.
We are looking for experienced, innovative, motivated, self-starter individuals to fill the positions of National Programme Coordinator, Community Development Facilitator and Finance Officer on the ‘Yes I Do ‘Programme. This is a Netherlands government funded gender equality and Sexual reproductive health rights programme.
Community Development Facilitator –‘ Yes I Do’ Project (Eastern Programme Unit 1 position )
Position Description
Community Development Facilitator provides the link between Plan International Zambia and the communities in areas where Plan implements its activities. The incumbent is responsible for mobilising communities and ensuring that the mandate of Plan and donors is achieved to improve the lives of children and families. This position reports to the Programme Coordinator Child Protection & Participation in the Eastern Programme Unit.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Living in the community as part of Plan Global Immersion Strategy
Facilitating project design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the assigned area of operation
Facilitating effective participation of children, families, communities and stakeholders in programme activities
Facilitating the integration of programme and Building Relationships(BR) activities in communities
Participating in community entry processes, feasibility studies, risk analyses, baseline surveys, phase in and phase out strategies
Strengthening good working relationships with all stakeholders/implementing partners; and holding regular meetings with community structures
Enhancing community capacity building initiatives
Representing Plan in all developmental stakeholder meetings and networks at ward and village levels
Establishing good working relations with children, families, community leadership, community based organizations (CBOs), government extension staff, and other stakeholders at ward and village levels
Identifying key Child Protection risks within the area of operation and putting in place appropriate control measures to manage them.
Individual Specifications:
Possession of a Diploma in Development Studies or related discipline.
Possession of a valid Class 3 or 4 Driver`s license and ability to ride a motorbike
2-3 years experience in a similar role in an NGO environment
Experience in Facilitating Economic Empowerment interventions and Sexual and Reproductive Health will be an added advantage
Clear and effective communication
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment
Proficient in computer skills with excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages
Good facilitation and interpersonal skills
Good t time management, administrative, and organisational skills
For full details on the job profile please send an email, clearly stating the job title of interest to jobszambia@plan-international.org. Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their CVs, and photocopies of their relevant academic qualifications. Day time telephone and/or mobile contacts should be clearly indicated. Applications should be received no later than Thursday 9th February 2017 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Plan International provides equal employment opportunities to qualified and experienced women and men
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Child protection is key in all that we do.
Working in Zambia since 1996, Plan International Zambia’s development and capacity building programmes focus primarily on Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, Economic Security and Youth Empowerment, including Child Protection and Participation. Plan International Zambia has programme units in; Central, Luapula, and Eastern Provinces including in Lusaka, where the Country Office is located.
We are looking for experienced, innovative, motivated, self-starter individuals to fill the positions of National Programme Coordinator, Community Development Facilitator and Finance Officer on the ‘Yes I Do ‘Programme. This is a Netherlands government funded gender equality and Sexual reproductive health rights programme.
Community Development Facilitator –‘ Yes I Do’ Project (Eastern Programme Unit 1 position )
Position Description
Community Development Facilitator provides the link between Plan International Zambia and the communities in areas where Plan implements its activities. The incumbent is responsible for mobilising communities and ensuring that the mandate of Plan and donors is achieved to improve the lives of children and families. This position reports to the Programme Coordinator Child Protection & Participation in the Eastern Programme Unit.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Living in the community as part of Plan Global Immersion Strategy
Facilitating project design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the assigned area of operation
Facilitating effective participation of children, families, communities and stakeholders in programme activities
Facilitating the integration of programme and Building Relationships(BR) activities in communities
Participating in community entry processes, feasibility studies, risk analyses, baseline surveys, phase in and phase out strategies
Strengthening good working relationships with all stakeholders/implementing partners; and holding regular meetings with community structures
Enhancing community capacity building initiatives
Representing Plan in all developmental stakeholder meetings and networks at ward and village levels
Establishing good working relations with children, families, community leadership, community based organizations (CBOs), government extension staff, and other stakeholders at ward and village levels
Identifying key Child Protection risks within the area of operation and putting in place appropriate control measures to manage them.
Individual Specifications:
Possession of a Diploma in Development Studies or related discipline.
Possession of a valid Class 3 or 4 Driver`s license and ability to ride a motorbike
2-3 years experience in a similar role in an NGO environment
Experience in Facilitating Economic Empowerment interventions and Sexual and Reproductive Health will be an added advantage
Clear and effective communication
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment
Proficient in computer skills with excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages
Good facilitation and interpersonal skills
Good t time management, administrative, and organisational skills
For full details on the job profile please send an email, clearly stating the job title of interest to jobszambia@plan-international.org. Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their CVs, and photocopies of their relevant academic qualifications. Day time telephone and/or mobile contacts should be clearly indicated. Applications should be received no later than Thursday 9th February 2017 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Plan International provides equal employment opportunities to qualified and experienced women and men
