ACQUISITION AND ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST (TRAINEE) - USAID/ZAMBIA

POSITION: Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (Trainee) – 2 positions

Kindly note that Announcement No. AID-008-16 is: Training Grade of FSN 9; Full Performance Grade is FSN 10.

CLOSING DATE: August 12, 2016

WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week

SALARY RANGE: FSN-9 (ZMK 193,244.87 p.a. – ZMK 303,619.92 p.a.) / FSN-10 (ZMK 260,481.82 p.a. – ZMK 400, 540.40 p.a.)

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (Trainee) will be located in the Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA) within USAID/Zambia.  The OAA provides Acquisition and Assistance (procurement) support to USAID/Zambia Technical Offices, Development Objective (DO) and Assistance Objective (AO) Teams, in addition to responding to USAID Regional Office requests of the Mission.

The primary function of the Specialist (Trainee) position is to perform a variety of acquisition and assistance duties, including writing grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other procurement instruments and prepare amendments in support of USAID/Zambia.

The Specialist (Trainee) reviews and recommends approval or revision of requisitions in the Global Acquisition and Assistance System (GLAAS); reviews and recommends approval or revision of scopes of work (SOW); drafts requests for proposal or quote; performs cost and price analysis; analyzes proposals or quotes received; drafts contracts and contract modifications; analyzes contractor-proposed budgets; recommend revisions to various contract provisions; and prepares Memoranda of Negotiation and other required documentation.

The Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (Trainee) maintains and updates contract files and records, prepares Contractor Performance Reports (CPRs), and supports award closeouts.  The Specialist (Trainee) also provides guidance related to administrative award modifications.  The Specialist (Trainee) will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day activities in an independent manner.

Acquisition and Assistance Specialist positions are part of an established career ladder, beginning at FSN-09 and ending at FSN-10.  Attainment of the full-performance grade is contingent on the Specialists successfully completing required training, meeting agreed-upon objectives and milestones, and performing in a Fully Successful (or equivalent) manner.  Promotion to the target FSN-10 grade level is not mandatory, and failure to achieve that high level of performance may be the basis for dismissal.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE

a. Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent of a four-year US college/university (or equivalency accreditation if a non-US institution) degree in accounting, law, business, finance, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, and/or organization and management is required.

b. Prior Work Experience: Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in acquisition and assistance, development assistance, or a closely related field is required.  As this position is part of a recognized and established career ladder, a minimum of one year of this experience must have been gained working in a USAID Contracting/A&A Office at no less than the next lower grade level.

c. Post Entry Training: The Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (Trainee) will be provided formal training; successful completion of all mandatory Federal Acquisition Certification courses leading to successful completion of Contracting (FAC-C) Level II, in accordance with a formal individual development plan (IDP), is required for progression to the FSN-10 level; along with at least a Fully Successful or equivalent performance evaluation.  Additionally, in progressing toward the full Specialist level, the Trainee will be provided other formal and/or on-the-job training as considered appropriate, based on availability of course offerings, and availability of funds.

d. Language Proficiency: Level IV (Fluent) English and local language proficiency (if appropriate), both oral and written, is required.  Familiarity with additional languages in Office-supported countries is desired.

e. Knowledge: Knowledge of public and/or private-sector business processes, or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge, is required.  An understanding of U.S. Federal and USAID Acquisition Regulations, and/or knowledge and understanding of how to execute and administer a complex acquisition portfolio, and/or the ability to quickly gain such understanding, is required, particularly as it relates to acquisition through methods of negotiation, sealed bidding, small purchase procedures, and that result in standard and established contract types.  A basic understanding of markets pertaining to program/project/activity requirements for services and commodities, and a good knowledge and understanding of US market and pricing methods.

f. Skills and Abilities: The ability to plan and administer acquisition activities, and provide adequate acquisition assistance and support for agency programs and projects in a timely manner is required.  The ability to apply governing contracting regulations, procedures, and policies to assigned acquisition and assistance programs is required.  An ability to deal effectively with high-level representatives of the U.S. and regional business community, and with colleagues in USAID Missions and/or host governments throughout the region is required.  Skill in the use of most elements of the Microsoft Business suite is required.

Good analytical, negotiating, and time management skills, along with strong proofreading skills and attention to detail, are required.  The ability to work calmly, tactfully, and effectively under pressure is essential, as well as the ability to maintain strict CONFIDENTIALITY, and meet all STANDARDS OF CONDUCT/ETHICS STANDARDS in accordance with U.S. law throughout all phases of acquisition and assistance procurement processes.

SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:

EXOZambiaHR@usaid.gov (E-mailed applications required.)

The email subject heading must read:

Application: Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, AID-008-16

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCE & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER , WATERAID ZAMBIA

WaterAid transforms lives of people living in poverty by improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation. WaterAid Zambia has just completed its 5 year strategy from 2016-2021 and is in the process of undertaking a realignment of the organisational structure in order to ensure a fit for purpose structure that will support the effective delivery of the ambitious objectives set in the strategy.

WaterAid seeks the services of an interim human resource and administration officer for a period of 3 months.

The Human Resources and Administration Officer will be based in Lusaka, Zambia. Reporting to People & Organizational Development Manager, the provide support in the development, implementation and monitoring of the human resource strategy and associated policies and procedures in order to enhance staff morale and optimise human resources utilisation. This includes implementing global people policies where they are required including administrative policies to ensure the Country Program strategy is achieved.

The HR & Administration Officer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following specific roles:

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the performance management process to ensure performance and development plan reviews are undertaken as planned and followed through.
• Maintain and update employee records to ensure that files are up-to-date with all the necessary documents and secured in line with WaterAid guidelines
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and ensure overall maintenance office premises. Act as a security focal point person for the organisation.
• Administer employee benefits such as funeral, staff medical and group life assurance schemes in line with WaterAid policy guidelines.
• Maintain and update the Asset Register to ensure that all purchased items are accounted for and branded with WA identification numbers.
• Provide logistical support requirements for conferences, workshops, and accommodation to ensure smooth delivery of country program activities
• Provide support for procurement of office and other relevant supplies as guided by procurement procedure
• Provide oversight for overall administration and management of transport and logistics/
• Coordinate travel arrangements for employees and visitors travelling outside of the country to ensure their smooth transit.
•  Coordinate insurance of organisation property to ensure all assets are protected against various risks
• Prepare reports as required to ensure information submitted is in accordance with the Global HR reporting requirements

The following education, experience, knowledge & skills, and personal qualities will be required for this position:

Education

• University degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Public Administration or associated field

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in human resources and administration
• Experience of dealing with health and safety at work issues  (working conditions  : hygiene, security, prevention of accidents at work)
• Experience in providing advice to staff and managers on human resource policies and procedures
• Experience in developing or maintaining human resource   administration (salary, incentives, indemnities, job-related advantages etc.)
• Working with government and NGOs on policy & advocacy issues
• Coaching and managing people at team and individual levels
• Rights based advocacy and influencing with senior government officials and international organisations
• Planning monitoring and evaluations systems and programme budgeting and fund management.
• Understanding and knowledge of rights based approaches and programming would be essential

Knowledge and Skills

• Good knowledge of labour law, charitable organisations,
• Experience of working with staff representative institutions
• Experience in dealing with problems.
• Experience of developing HR policies
• Good IT skills (Excel & Word, Internet, MS Office)

Personal Qualities

• Ability to deal with a wide range of people and establish effective working relationships with staff and managers.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team
• High integrity and able to maintain confidentiality
• Evidence of a strong commitment to bring positive change in people’s lives and situations
• Commitment to gender equity, pro poor approaches and addressing issues of social exclusion
• Demonstrable personal integrity and team spirit, good organizer and time management
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment.

If you are an individual who understands how to inspire and provoke change, please send an application letter accompanied by a detailed CV to wateraidzambia@wateraid.org  and cc mirriambushama@wateraid.org  by close of business 5th August 2016.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

IT Compliance Officer Job at Airtel Zambia

DEPARTMENT: Airtel Money

VACANCY: IT Compliance Officer

LEVEL: Assistant Manager

LOCATION: Lusaka

JOB PURPOSE

To maintain a secure and reliable environment in which to utilise information and related technology to achieve the business objectives of Airtel Money.

REPORTING TO COMPLIANCE MANAGER, THE MAIN DUTIES WILL BE:

Perform fraud investigations and maintain a fraud risk register

Investigate, track and conclude security incidents that have occurred within the network

Perform vulnerability assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and Conduct periodic IS audits / assessments

Review current and potential legal and regulatory issues affecting information security and assess their impact on Airtel Money.

Maintain information security policies that support business goals and objectives, and are consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

Maintain standards, procedures and guidelines that support information security policies, and ensure business processes and IT infrastructure activities address information security risks.

Oversee and direct information security activities in line with the information security programme / framework

Facilitate internal training and awareness of IS security policies, controls and best practices, as well as the impact of non-adherence

Perform field compliance reviews of the agent network and conduct compliance training

Log and respond to security incidents, and report incidents to business unit management based on severity.

Perform Reconciliation for the churn suspense account on a weekly basis

Perform risk assessments on the resources and projects to be protected and maintain the Airtel Money Audit tracker

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills

Degree in the field of Computer Science or Computer Engineering,

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Sound knowledge and understanding of information processing environments, data communications and operating system administration, and information security principles.

Must be highly aware of emerging trends in IT security.

Must be well-versed in system development methodologies.

Strong knowledge on various business applications.

Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)

2+ years of experience in Partner/ Vendor management related to information security program governance or from the banking industry

2+ years of information security experience, which covers:

implementation and management of security solutions including, but not limited to, firewalls, vulnerability scanners and intrusion detection systems; and Information systems audit or IS security assessment.

Sound knowledge and understanding of information processing environments, data communications and information security principles.

Other requirements (Behavioral etc.)

Strong analytical and data interpretation skills

Keen eye for detail.

Highly motivated, energetic and self-learner.

Ability to work with little supervision and meet strict deadlines.

Must be results-oriented,

Takes the initiative within given parameters with freedom to act.

Demonstrated high integrity

CLOSING DATE:

Suitable candidates are invited to apply sending through their CVs to jobs@zm.airtel.com.

Closing date for receiving applications is Monday 1st August 2016.

Please note that due to the high volume of CVs received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

LEGAL OFFICER JOB AT Ecobank Zambia Limited

Are you interested in joining a World Class pan-African Bank that is currently changing the financial services landscape in Africa and beyond?

Do you have the desire to contribute your knowledge and experience in a customer focused, solutions driven and change-oriented organization?

The Ecobank Group with presence in 36 African Countries is the number one Regional banking institution in Africa engaged in Retail and Corporate banking and provides a world class multi-cultural and multilingual high performing environment that allows people to excel and reach their potential.

Ecobank Zambia Limited has exciting opportunities for qualified and motivated Professionals to join in the following positions:

LEGAL OFFICER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  Drafting of various agreements and security documents
2.  Reviewing of various agreements and security documents and proffering professional opinion thereon
3. Ensure compliance with covenants in various Agreements, Arrangements, Standard and Non –Standard Banking and Financial Services documents
4. Liaise with External Agencies for approvals, consents and requisite registration
5. Prosecute Court cases or hold watching briefs in Court
6. Advise on legal issues
7. Assist with Company Secretarial assignments

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor of Law Degree LLB
2. At least 3 – 5 years’ experience in Legal/Company Secretarial function of a large and dynamic         multi-national organization
3. High levels of initiative, energy & drive, strong planning & organizing skills, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, excellent communication & interpersonal skills, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to interact with and present ideas to Senior Management & other levels in a confident manner and capability of working in a diverse & dynamic environment.

If you meet the requirements above and would like to be part of our vibrant and result oriented team, then send your application with detailed Curriculum Vitae including copies of your academic qualifications to either:

JHRZambia@ecobank.com

or

Country Head Human Resource
Ecobank Zambia Limited
P.O. Box 30705
Lusaka

Envelopes must be clearly marked with the role that you are applying for, please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. The closing date for receiving applications is 29th July 2016.

Area Representatives Jobs at MTN ZAMBIA

Area Representatives

 Responsibilities

Drive sales to trade in the market and grow electronic contribution to total sales.
Grow mobile money ecosystem and numeric distribution  in the territory
Build distribution infrastructure and grow numeric distribution  in the territory
Drive secondary sales in the market
Target setting & Performance management of Trade sales teams.
Put strategy in place to ensure achievement of targeted customer number.
Deployment & Management of MPOS devices to drive customer acquisition.
Build equity at the retail point and ensure visibility to drive sales revenue.
Communication of promotions to the retail trade & ensure customer
Training of all Trade related agents on promotions & products.
Manage below the line activities in the allocated Zone.
Market development & new site rollout

Candidates Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree  or Diploma in Marketing or Business Administration
2-3 years’ experience in a dealer Management function or FMCG sales environment.
Manages negotiations
Market aware
Monitors work


Closing Date For Accepting Applications Is 29/07/2016.
Note That Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted.

Contact HR jobs:  jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

* Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Careers at Local government service commission

Local government service commission
Employment Opportunities
The local government service commision onbites applications to fill
vacancies for the under listed positions ACCROSS various local authorities countrywide.
all applications should be handwrotten and must be lodged directly with the town clerks / councils sectrtaries or the nearest local authority.

account (25 positions)
member of zica
Barchelors of accountancy degree or proffesional qualifications such as zica proffesional, ACCA II , CIMA or related
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English

internal auditor (11 positions)
member of ZICA
diploma in local government finance, ZICA LICENTIATE , ZICA PROFFESIONAL , ATD, ACCA II, CIMA II or related
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English

procurement officer (07)
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English
barchelors degree in purchasing and supply Management or full graduate diploma in CIPS

Health inspectors(23 )
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English
diploma in environmental health or diploma in public health
member of health practitioners council of zambia

water and sanitation cordinator (20postions)
diploma in water engineering
degree will be added advantage
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English

social economic planner (28)
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English
barchelors of arts degree in development studies, economics or related.

Town planner (38 )
Barchelors of science degree in urban and regional planning human geography
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English

district planning officer (12)
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English
barchelors degree in urban and regional planning. .human geography orvrelated

valuation officer
degree in real estate land economics or related.
full grade 12 certificate with 5 credits including maths and English

closing date for applications is 31st July 2016.

JOBS IN LUSAKA - JULY 2016

Applications are invited for the following
positions:

1. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST X 1
2. SITE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST X 1
3. CONTRACTS ENGINEER X 1
4. HR MANAGER. X 1
5. TRAINING MANAGER X 1
6. SKILLS TRANSFER SPECIALIST X 1
7. TRAINING FACILITATOR X 4
8. COSTING SPECIALIST X 1
9. SITE ACCOUNTANT X 1
10. BUYING AND WAREHOUSING ANALYST X 1
11. SECRETARY X 2
12. SAFETY OFFICER X 1
13. DRILL AND BLAST ADVISOR X 6
14 SURVEYOR X 1
15. PLANNING SPECIALIST X 1
16. MINER X 6
17. SINKER X 9
18. DRILL MASTER 8
19. MAGAZINE MASTER X 4
20. LAMPSMAN X 3
21. TECHNICAL SERVICES ADVISOR X 1
22. PLANT SERVICES SPECIALIST X 1
23. MECHANICAL SERVICES SPECIALIST X 1
24. QUANTITY CONTROLLING SPECIALIST
25. QUALITY CONTROLLER X 1
26. ELECTRICAL SERVICES SPECIALIST X 1
27. AUTO ELECTRICIAN X 3
28. ELECTRICIAN CONSTRUCTION X 3
29. RIGGER X 3
30. BANKSMAN X 9
31. STAGEHAND X 3
32. BOILERMAKER X 6
33. FITTER X 3
34. HYDRAULIC FITTER X 1
35. PVT X 6
36. CONCRETE LABOUR X 18
37. BOTTOM ASSISTANT X 6
38. ARTISAN ASSISTANT X 57
39. BANK LABOUR X 6
40. MINER ASSISTANT X 9
41. RDO X 75
42. LDV X 3
43. TRUCK DRIVER X 3
44. MOBILIFT DRIVER X 3
45. DUMP TRUCK DRIVER X 15
46. UV DRIVER X 6
47. EXCAVATOR DRIVER X 3
48. LHD DRIVER X 6
49. BANK TEAM LEADER X 3
50. BUYER X 4
51. TIME AND ATTENDANCE CLERK X 3
52. JUNIOR CLERK X 1
53. STOREMAN ASSISTANT X 6
54. CHANGE HOUSE CLEANER X 3
55. OFFICE CLEANER X 3
56. LAMP ASSISTANTS X 3

Please note, a copy of your CV must be
accompanied by certified copies of all relevant
qualifications/certificates required for for the
selected position.

The Recruitment Department
email: recruitment@redpathmining.co.za
Closing date 31st july.

Zambia Ministry of Health Jobs

The Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified Zambians to fill Eight Hundred and Seventy Seven (877) vacant positions in the Ministry of Health. The Positions exist in Health Posts in all the ten (10) Provinces and various Districts as listed below.

S/N	PROVINCES	DISTRICTS
1	Central Province	Serenje, Mumbwa, Chibombo, Kapiri Mposhi, Mkushi
2	Copperbelt Province	Mufulira, Luanshya, Masaiti, Mpongwe, Lufwanyama, Kalulushi
3	Muchinga Province	Chama, Isoka, Mporokoso, Nakonde, Mpika, Chinsali, Mafinga
4	Eastern Province	Katete, Lundazi, Nyimba, Petauke
5	Luapula Province	Chiengi, Kawambwa, Mansa, Milenge, Mwense, Nchelenge, Samfya, Lunga, Chembe
6	North-Western Province	Zambezi, Kasempa, Mufumbwe, Kabompo, Solwezi, Mwinilunga
7	Northern Province	Kaputa, Chilubi, Luwingu, Mbala, Mungwi, Mpulungu
8	Western Province	Kaoma, Shan’gambo, Lukulu, Senanga, Kalabo, Mulobezi, Sesheke
9	Southern Province	Namwala, Kalomo, Monze, Chama, Mazabuka, Siavonga, Sinazongwe, Gwembe, Livingstone, Kazungula
10	Lusaka Province	Lusaka, Luangwa, Chongwe, Kafue

VACANCIES

S/N	PROVINCES	REQUIREMENTS	NUMBER OF VACANCIES
1	Enrolled Nurse Midwife (G)	Certificate in Enrollment Midwifery	200
2	Environmental Health Technologist (G)	Diploma in Environmental Health	200
3	Zambia Enrolled Nurse (F)	Certificate in Enrolled Nursing	250
4	Tutor (I)	BSc in Nursing	6
5	Clinical Officer General (G)	Diploma in Clinical Medicine	15
6	Pharmacy Technologist (G)	Diploma in Pharmacy	8
7	Principal State Advocate	Degree in Law and Practicing License from ZIALE	1
8	Physiotherapy Technologist (G)	Diploma in Physiotherapy	8
9	Radiography Technologist (G)	Diploma in Radiography and Practicing License	8
10	Registered Nurse Midwife (G)	Diploma in Registered Nursing and Practicing License	135
11	Registered Nurse Midwife (H)	Diploma in Registered Midwifery	35
12	Registered Mental Health (H)	Diploma in Registered Mental Health Nursing	11
	TOTAL		877

APPLICATION MODE

1.      All interested applicants for the above positions should fill in and submit their application forms at the nearest Provincial Medical Offices clearly indicating their preferred Districts Health Post.

2.      All application forms and handwritten application letters must be submitted together with certified copies of the following documents.

·         National Registration Card,

·         Academic and professional certificates

·         Registration Certificate (Where Applicable); and

·         Practicing License (Where Applicable)

Kindly note that all candidates are encouraged to submit their application to the Provincial Medical Office as Ministry of Health headquarters will not be receiving any such application.

Details of the Health Post where these vacancies exist are available at all the Provincial Medical Offices and the Commissions’ website.

2016.        The closing date for receiving of application is 29^th July, 2016.

For more details visit the website www.psc.gov.zm