COMMUNITY OFFICER

POSITION: Community Officer (CO)

CONTRACT: Full Time – 1 Year renewable

LOCATION: Mfuwe

PROJECT: USAID Community Forests Program (CFP)

REPORTING TO: Community Engagement Manager

BioCarbon Partners (BCP) is a dynamic African-registered and headquartered REDD+ development and management company.  BCP is a social enterprise that engages in community-focused conservation work, whose aim is to involve and empower local people in the areas in which it operates.  BCP seeks to foster positive relationships with local people and their leaders, so that together they can work as allies in their effort to conserve African landscapes, and so that conservation efforts benefit local communities.

BCP seeks a dynamic, talented individual to facilitate and support community engagement activities for the Mfuwe Project. This individual will serve as a representative of BCP in local communities, and will help to deliver the appropriate “message” about BCP within stakeholder communities. The Community Officer will be responsible for supporting and managing specific community projects, such as the Conservation Farming Training Program, small livestock projects and other forest-compatible income-generating activities. This individual will be expected to take initiative, self-manage, stay on top of a variety of responsibilities, work effectively within a team, and complete regular monitoring and reporting activities. The individual should be comfortable with public speaking and holding meetings with relevant community, government and partner organizations and individuals.

This is a field-based position, and we are looking for self-motivated, responsible candidates who have previous field experience or who are open to the idea of working in the field, including in remote and/or rural locations. The position will include travel within USAID/CFP Sites and Mfuwe Project, and the Community Officer will be expected to camp in basic conditions and to be independently mobile, including the use of bicycles, motorbikes and vehicles as means of transportation.

Responsibilities:

• Representation: Serve as a representative of BCP in local communities, and to and among government, community and organizational partners. Ensure to correctly deliver “the message” about BCP and BCP-supported activities, to ensure that there is understanding of and buy-in to the “big picture” aims of BCP.
• Community Relationships: Develop and maintain positive relationships with local traditional leaders and community stakeholders. Ensure locally based field staff under supervision are trained, empowered and able to act as BCP’s “eyes and ears” on the ground to support BCP projects and promote positive local relationships.
• Stakeholder Consultation and Sensitization: Coordination of public meetings; conducting visits to local villages; presentation of information about BCP’s REDD+ activities in line with FPIC; documentation of community stakeholder consultation and sensitization.
• Coordination of Community-Based Decision Making Processes: Support local community-based decision-making bodies (such as “Zone Development Committees” or other locally appropriate decision-making structures) to provide meaningful feedback to inform BCP activities, and make locally-appropriate decisions that benefit from local support and legitimacy.
• Livelihoods Projects Support: Accept specific responsibilities to support and manage BCP’s livelihoods activities and interventions. Ensure that supported projects are designed and implemented so as to achieve genuine progress towards BCP’s “big picture” aims of meaningfully involving local community stakeholders as partners in forest protection. Support includes:
  • Assist with identification of viable project models
  • Ensure that projects are designed and implemented so as to achieve big picture aims
  • Ensure project impacts are measured, demonstrable and documented
  • Ensure project impacts are positive – adjust program designs as needed (“flexible management”)
  • Ensure project impacts are linked to sustainable forest management/protection
  • Develop project and business plans
  • Support community-owned initiatives and businesses
  • Develop and ensure adherence to program models and timelines
  • Assist with achievement of relevant “milestones” where applicable, in terms of project implementation.
• Planning: Work with CET members to develop monthly and quarterly plans that achieve short- and long-term operational aims of BCP; coordinate staff and partners to ensure activities accomplished.
• Reporting: Work with CET members to complete monthly and quarterly reports following standardized templates; reporting includes collection of data from community representatives and CET members, and incorporation of this information into regular reports. Ensure reports document and demonstrate progress towards achieving short- and long-term aims.
• Critical Evaluation: Assess program designs, schedules, reports and demonstrable achievements against programmatic short- and long-term aims of BCP—ensure that programs supported are achieving aims according to timelines; identify problems/obstacles/needs and design solutions to achieve progress and performance.
• Training and Capacity Building: Ensure project participants, community organizations and community-based implementers possess the skills and tools necessary to support and engage in project activities.
• Communication: Provide frequent and accurate information updates to staff members and stakeholders, so that they are well informed of BCP’s ongoing work and new developments.
• Conflict Resolution: Identify and work through locally appropriate mechanisms to address any conflicts that may arise within communities related to BCP activities.
• Translations: Coordinate the translation of relevant documents, as needed.

Competencies: 

• Understanding and awareness of, and buy-in to, the ‘big picture” aims of BCP.
• Strong communication skills—written and spoken—in English and local languages.
• Ability and interest to travel frequently, including rural travel with basic camping/accommodation.
• Positive demeanor; including positive relationships with local communities/government.
• Experience working on teams; excellent team-work dynamic.
• Self-driven, motivated, responsible, able to take initiative.
• Strong computer and android phone skills
• Demonstrated field experience and/or strong interest/commitment to a (rural) field-based position
• Relevant project experience (conservation farming, livestock, education, income-generating activities) is a plus.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS in relevant field OR very strong (minimum 2 years) relevant experience (community engagement, field-based community work) – both are preferred
• Fluency in English required; Proficiency in additional languages preferred
• Ability to live in rural and/or remote field-based areas
• Specific technical / livelihoods project experience
• Private sector / Business experience is a plus.

Compensation:

A competitive salary will be offered. 

Interested candidates, please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining how you match these requirements by email to: jobs@biocarbonpartners.com

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

POSITION: Community Engagement Manager (CEM)

CONTRACT: Full Time – 1 Year renewable

LOCATION: Mfuwe

PROJECT: USAID Community Forests Program (CFP)

REPORTING TO: Senior Community Engagement Manager

BCP is seeking a dynamic, talented, hard-working individual to serve as a Community Engagement Manager for REDD+ activities at the Mfuwe Site. This is a field-based position based in Mfuwe town, with frequent travel to rural areas in Eastern Province in basic camping conditions. We are looking for someone who has managed complicated projects in rural settings, before. The individual in this role must have a passion for conservation and community engagement, and must be very comfortable with working in remote, rural, field-based locations.

This is an Equal Employment Opportunity and applicants will be evaluated based on technical qualifications.

Priority will be given to individuals that come from Chiefdoms participating in the CFP who meet these technical qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team management: Oversee, manage and coordinate Community Engagement Team members.
• Planning, Budgeting and Reporting for team and site activities related to REDD+ implementation.
• Community stakeholder consultation, sensitization, engagement using PLA techniques in line with FPIC.
• Coordinating with GRZ and implementing partners to implement activities, including: REDD+ viability assessment activities, participatory land-use planning and forest demarcations, community stakeholder engagement and livelihoods interventions implementation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years demonstrated professional project management experience.
• Relevant professional and/or academic background in community engagement, development, social work, environmental studies, natural resource management, or other relevant field.
• Fluency in English and relevant local languages (Eastern Province).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience living and working in rural areas; comfort with basic field-based accommodation and camping in remote/rural areas, and significant time spent in rural villages.
• Experienced and comfortable working with Traditional Authorities and GRZ.
• Preferred experience:
  • Livelihoods projects (conservation farming, livestock, education, income-generating activities).
  • Conservation or REDD+ experience, to support and guide REDD+ project sourcing process.
  • Experience implementing USAID-funded projects.

Compensation: A competitive salary will be offered.

Application Process: Interested candidates, please send a copy of your Resume/CV and a cover letter explaining how you match these requirements by email to: jobs@biocarbonpartners.com, with CEM-MFUWE in the title. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

PROGRAMMES COORDINATOR JOB AT RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT ZAMBIA

Closing date: 9am (Zambia time) on Tuesday 1st September.
Length of Contract & Conditions: Fixed term contract for 12 months (with the possibility of extension)
Salary: Annual Gross ZMW 82,071
Location: Kabwe, Zambia

Young people share a restless determination to address the problems that affect them the most. That’s where we come in. At Restless Development, we’re proud to be the banner carrier for youth-led development, demonstrating from the grassroots to the global policy levels that young people can and must play a lead role in development. As a result, Restless Development is repeatedly cited as a model of best practice in youth-led development by the World Bank, the UK Department for International Development (DFID), UNICEF, UNAIDS and others.

Restless Development Zambia is seeking a talented and dynamic leader to take up the role of Programmes Coordinator in our growing Country Programme. A results-orientated finisher, the successful candidate will have the skills and ability to ensure quality and impact across all our programme areas, coupled with the passion and commitment for developing others and empowering young people to be the best they can be. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual looking to enhance their leadership capabilities within the NGO sector and gain experience across a range of functions, including networking, donor management, finance, operations and HR and programme quality.

Restless Development offers a dynamic and empowering working environment with a strong values-led culture and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development.

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To apply please follow the instructions in the job description, sending completed applications tozambiajobs@restlessdevelopment.org, stating the vacancy job title Zambia - Programmes Coordinator

Closing date for this position is 9am (Zambia time) on Tuesday 1st September.

PROJECT MANAGER JOB AT RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT ZAMBIA

Closing date: 9am (Zambia time) on Tuesday 1st September.
Length of Contract & Conditions: Fixed Term contract of 24 months as part of a two year project
Salary: Annual Gross ZMW 149,146.00
Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Young people share a restless determination to address the problems that affect them the most. That’s where we come in. At Restless Development, we’re proud to be the banner carrier for youth-led development, demonstrating from the grassroots to the global policy levels that young people can and must play a lead role in development. As a result, Restless Development is repeatedly cited as a model of best practice in youth-led development by the World Bank, the UK Department for International Development (DFID), UNICEF, UNAIDS and others.

Restless Development Zambia is seeking a talented and dynamic leader to take up the role of Project Managerin our growing Country Programme. A results-orientated finisher, the successful candidate will have the skills and ability to ensure quality and impact across all our programme areas, coupled with the passion and commitment for developing others and empowering young people to be the best they can be. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual looking to enhance their leadership capabilities in a senior management role within the NGO sector and gain experience across a range of functions, including networking, donor management, finance, operations and HR and programme quality.

Restless Development offers a dynamic and empowering working environment with a strong values-led culture and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. As a non-salary benefit this post includes a housing allowance (6% of gross salary).

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To apply please follow the instructions in the job description, sending completed applications tozambiajobs@restlessdevelopment.org, stating the vacancy job title Zambia - Project Manager

Closing date for this position is 9am (Zambia time) on Tuesday 1st September.

Finance Manager Job at Society for Family Health Zambia

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading Local Zambian Organization with programmes targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health SFH work ranges from on the ground implementation of health services, and community programs to distribution of health care products and services to the most vulnerable populations, provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives. SFH seeks an experienced individual to fill the following position.

Finance Manager

This is a long term position. S/he will work closely with Finance Director and other staff to ensure resources are effectively budgeted and managed. This position is based in Lusaka, Zambia and will report to Finance Director.
Key responsibilities
– Provide financial and technical management to ensure best use of resource through sound budgeting, monitoring of expenses and timely preparation of donor financial reports
– Review monthly field office operating expense reports for completeness, accuracy and compliance
– Maintain Data integrity of all financial transactions and assist program Managers in collecting appropriate expense documentation
– Track monthly budgets to compare projections versus expenditure
– Maintain strong internal policies, processes and controls in order to provide timely, consistent, accurate financial and budget management
– Assist in strategic planning, work planning and budgeting processes under the supervision of Finance Director

Qualifications
– Degree in Accounting –ACCA/CIMA and ZICA professional membership
– A Master’s Degree would be an added advantage
– S/he should have at least 8 years professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of development projects, including experience in managing finances for United States Government funded projects
– Ability to adopt new software and financial management systems
– Excellent management and leadership skills
– Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
– Demonstrated decision making and risk management capabilities
– Fluent in English and must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
– In-depth knowledge of United States Government and regulations and other donor regulations required

Email cover letters together with detailed CVs by 21st August 2015 to:
HumanResource@sfh.org.zm or send to The Head – Human Resources, Society for Family Health, Plot No. 549, Ituna Road, P.O Box 50770, Lusaka.

SFH is an Equal OPPORTUNITY Employer, and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

For more information about PSI/SFH and its affiliates worldwide, please visit our website at: www.psi.org

Financial Controller, Regional Office for Africa (ROA)

Closing date: Saturday, 15 August 2015

WWF Regional Office for Africa (ROA) is seeking to recruit a highly qualified and competent Financial Controller to spearhead the attainment of the above objectives. WWF ROA has offices in Cameroun, CAR, DRC, Gabon, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The role reports to the Finance Manager - Africa

The financial controller will ensure Country Offices have efficient operating systems, strong internal accounting and finance operations that comply with WWF standards and donor obligations. Supports implementation of policies, procedures, and systems for all financial support services in the Country Offices, including accounting, financial reporting, administration, auditing, internal controls and adherence to guidelines and standards developed by WWF.

Location: This role will be based in any of the above ROA offices with travel to other ROA offices.

Major responsibilities

• Ensures the adequacy of financial reports, systems, procedures and internal controls in all programme locations; oversees the financial consolidation of all reporting into the Regional Office for Africa;
• Ensures that all countries properly prepare, administer and control their donor contracts, consultancy contracts / agreements and sub-grants and monitor and fulfil their contractual obligations including reporting to donors;
• Ensures that external and internal audits, including internal audits carried out by the Regional Office for Africa, are properly organised, there is timely follow-up of implementation of audit recommendations.;
• Ensures that all countries operate in strict application of laws and regulations in force, and that policies and procedures are adapted, where necessary, to reflect these laws and regulations; including adherence to WWF Policies and Procedures as set out in the appropriate manuals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Management, at least ten years' experience in these areas; Full accounting qualification, i.e. CPA, ACCA or equivalent;
• Demonstrated skills in developing, managing, and evaluating financial and administrative plans and policies;
• A thorough knowledge of, and dexterity with, accounting software's;
• Experience working with international organizations involved in environmental and/or community issues as well audit experience would be an advantage

Required Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure;
• Excellent inter-personal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels, within WWF and, as required, with external stakeholders;
• Decisive, proactive and collaborative;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills; and

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter and CV to Manager, People & Organisation Development clearly indicating the position applied for on the subject line to: careers@wwfafrica.org

Deadline for applications: 15th August 2015, kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WWF is an equal opportunity Employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.

COMPLIANCE AND FINANCE MANAGER at Counterpart International

Fostering Accountability and Transparency (FACT)

Counterpart International is a global development organization that empowers people and communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging partnerships with communities to address complex development challenges and building effective governance and institutions. For more information visit www.Counterpart.org

 Summary:

USAID has entered into a Cooperative Agreement with Counterpart International for a project titled Fostering Accountability and Transparency in Zambia (FACT Zambia). The program will improve the ability of Zambian civil society organizations (CSOs) and citizens to collaborate with selected government entities to enhance and promote transparency and accountability in the delivery of targeted public services.

Counterpart is seeking people for the following positions in relation to the FACT program:

• Grants, Finance and Compliance Manager (48 month contract))

Candidates must meet or exceed the following requirements for this position:

Grants, Finance & Compliance Manager:

• A university degree in finance, business administration, or related field is required.
• At least five (5) years’ work experience in financial management, including accounting, budgeting, and grants management.
• A member of Zambian Institute of Chartered  Accountants (ZICA)
•  At least four (4) years’ work experience with USAID-funded programs, including demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with sub-grants management
• Knowledge of accounting software is required preferably Quickbooks 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills, ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience in mentoring staff and organizations, and transferring skills and knowledge;
•  Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and diplomatic  skills for building and maintaining good relationships with colleagues, CSOs, government counterparts and other stakeholders
• Able to travel occasionally to support partners outside of Lusaka up to 10% of your time

Please submit your CV with a covering letter to zambia@counterpart.org indicating clearly in the subject line the position being applied for.

GRANTS OFFICER at Counterpart International

Fostering Accountability and Transparency (FACT)

Counterpart International is a global development organization that empowers people and communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging partnerships with communities to address complex development challenges and building effective governance and institutions. For more information visit www.Counterpart.org

 Summary:

USAID has entered into a Cooperative Agreement with Counterpart International for a project titled Fostering Accountability and Transparency in Zambia (FACT Zambia). The program will improve the ability of Zambian civil society organizations (CSOs) and citizens to collaborate with selected government entities to enhance and promote transparency and accountability in the delivery of targeted public services.

Counterpart is seeking people for the following position in relation to the FACT program:

• Grants Officer (12 month contract)

Candidates must meet or exceed the following requirements for this position:

Grants Officer:

• Bachelor degree in finance, business administration, or related field is required.
• 3 years’ work experience in grants management, including accounting, budgeting, and grants management.
• A member of Zambian Institute of Chartered  Accountants (ZICA)
• Experience with USAID-funded programs, including demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software is desirable
• Able to build the capacity of local partners in financial management
• Demonstrates impeccable integrity and business standards and passionate about serving others
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and diplomatic skills for building and maintaining good relationships with colleagues, local partners and other external stakeholders
• Able to travel regularly to support partners outside of Lusaka up to 30% of your time

Please submit your CV with a covering letter to zambia@counterpart.org indicating clearly in the subject line the position being applied for.

REGIONAL BIOGAS TECHNICIANS - Lusaka & Southern Province, Zambia

The following position is available for immediate appointments in the National Biogas Support Unit (NBSU) to be hosted under the Renewable Energy Sector of SNV Zambia

Regional Biogas Technicians (2) based in Lusaka and Southern Province

Purpose

To work as the focal person in Regional Biogas Support Unit (RBSU) under the supervision of Chief Biogas Engineer (CBO) in ensuring technical aspects of coaching the emerging BCEs and promoting the use of biogas to farmers and users in their areas, monitoring and reporting on uptake and sales, and gathering local data that will help inform policy development at central level.

This position assists the Chief Biogas Engineer as well as Promotion and M&E Officer to (i) promote and market biodigester technology in the province (ii) implement Quality Control and Enforcement (QCE) procedures, (iii) provide feedback on QCE and Customer Service Centre’s work to BCEs and other relevant stakeholders (iv) supervise/facilitate technical training and capacity building initiatives for BCEs and other stakeholders; and (v) carrying out research and development initiatives.

Qualification, Work Experience and Professional Skills

• Should have university degree on Civil/Environmental/Agricultural/Electrical Engineering or Environmental/Natural Resources Management or Renewable Energy Technologies.
• At least three years experiences in promotion and extension of new technology in general and Renewable Energy Technology in particular.

Working environment:

Positions 1-3: All Lusaka-based with 60% of office time and 40% field time.

Positions 4: 1 Lusaka based and 1 Southern Province based with 40% of office time and 60% field time.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit an application letter addressed to the Country Operations Manager with full updated CV, pay rate history for the last three years, three professional references including their email addresses and day contact phone numbers.

Applications indicating the position applied for should be submitted to zambia@snvworld.org not later than Monday 31st August, 2015.

Please do not attach any academic and professional certificates.

NATIONAL BIOGAS SUPPORT COORDINATOR - SNV Zambia

The following position is available for immediate appointments in the National Biogas Support Unit (NBSU) to be hosted under the Renewable Energy Sector of SNV Zambia

NBSU Coordinator-Based in Lusaka (1)

Purpose

To work in the National Biogas Support Unit (NBSU)  under the direct supervision of Project Manager taking overall responsibility of the development and management of NBSU and for the technical direction of the unit. The role of the NBSU is to guide and support the development of the biogas sector in Zambia ensuring optimum conditions and an enabling environment for the development of a healthy and sustainable biogas market. This position takes overall responsibilities to ensure that the key biogas sector functions (marketing, quality assurance, training, extension) are sustainably imbedded in national policy and practice.

Qualification, Work Experience and Professional Skills

• Should have Master’s Degree on Management/Economics/ Civil/Environmental/Agricultural/ Electrical Engineering or Environmental/Natural Resources Management or Renewable Energy Technologies.
• At least five years of experience in managing/supervising donor funded projects.

Working environment:

Positions 1-3: All Lusaka-based with 60% of office time and 40% field time.

Positions 4: 1 Lusaka based and 1 Southern Province based with 40% of office time and 60% field time.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit an application letter addressed to the Country Operations Manager with full updated CV, pay rate history for the last three years, three professional references including their email addresses and day contact phone numbers.

Applications indicating the position applied for should be submitted to zambia@snvworld.org not later than Monday 31st August, 2015.

Please do not attach any academic and professional certificates.

WORLD VISION JOBS - ZAMBIANS - 8/7/2015

Africa

East Africa

Kenya

Business Process Analyst III, East Africa Region -- Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Business Project Manager III -- Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Somalia

Global Fund TB Technical Advisor -- Location: Somalia

South Sudan

Surgean/Obstretician & Gynecologist - Kuajok Hospital -- Location: South Sudan

Southern Africa

South Africa

Food Programming Advisor - South Africa Region (SAR) -- Location: Southern Africa

West Africa

Sierra Leone

Emergency Food Security Program Manager -- Location: Sierra Leone