MULTIPLE JOBS

 REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA

MINISTRY OF GREEN ECONOMY AND ENVIRONMENT

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (RFEOI)

PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT STAFF

(OPEN – NATIONAL)

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ) through the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE) has received financing from the World Bank towards the implementation of the Transforming Landscapes for Resilience and Development (TRALARD) II Project. The Ministry intends to apply part of the funds towards the recruitment of Project Implementation Support Staff.

Project Duration: 5-year period from January 2026 to December 2030

Coverage: 32 districts across Copperbelt, Luapula, Muchinga, Northern, and Southern Provinces

Project Goal: To combat drought and floods, build community resilience to climate shocks, and advance Zambia's 2030 goal of becoming a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and socially inclusive economy.

The TRALARD II Project will support the implementation of a jurisdictional Emissions Reduction Programme (ERP) in Muchinga Province and leverage resources from carbon markets to generate additional financing for climate-sensitive landscapes to improve rural livelihoods.

VACANCY POSITIONS

1. Communications Officer (Location: NPCU Lusaka)

Reports to: National Coordinator

Job Purpose:

Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the communication, visibility, and outreach strategy for TRALARD II Project.

Main Duties:

Develop and operationalize a comprehensive Communication and Visibility Strategy

Plan and implement outreach activities such as roadshows, exhibitions, and awareness campaigns

Support community-based information, education, and communication (IEC) initiatives

Manage TRALARD II's website and social media platforms with timely updates

Establish communication risk and crisis response framework

Coordinate relevant training on media in climate change reporting and knowledge sharing

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Master’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Development Studies, or related field

Minimum five (5) years at senior management/leadership level in communication and outreach activities

Experience with donor-funded projects and community engagement (climate change, environment, resilience) is an added advantage

---

2. Project Accountants x2 (Location: Lusaka and Choma)

Reports to: Financial Management Specialist and Provincial Project Operations Officer

Job Purpose:

Support the deployment of project resources for efficiency and effectiveness in project implementation.

Main Duties:

Prepare and submit financial reports based on project financial guidelines

Manage the preparation and submission of funds withdrawal applications

Participate in reviewing and consolidating budgets and annual work plans

Review budgets for PPU, districts, and other beneficiaries; facilitate processing of funding requests

Monitor financial compliance and control expenditure against approved budget

Consolidate annual financial statements and ensure audited financial statements are prepared

Manage and maintain accurate record of financial transactions

Update financial management system

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, full ACCA, CIMA, ZICA, or CA Zambia or related accounting professional qualification

Five (5) years’ experience in finance and financial reporting; experience in donor-funded organizations is an added advantage

Knowledge of World Bank financial management and disbursement guidelines is a strong advantage

Excellent computer skills and proficiency in accounting packages such as Pastel, SUN System, NAVISION, QuickBooks or similar software

Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)

---

3. Procurement Officers x3 (Location: Mansa, Chinsali and Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officers

Job Purpose:

Responsible for the procurement of goods, works and services under direct execution responsibility in accordance with the Public Procurement Act of 2020, Public Procurement Regulation 2022 and World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers February 2025.

Main Duties:

Procurement planning, implementation and progress tracking according to approved procurement plan

Lead and guide project staff and key stakeholders in the selection process for consulting services

Monitor and report on timely execution of all project procurement activities and contracts

Liaise with Provincial Administration, Project Implementation Unit and the Procurement Specialist at NPCU

Develop, update and ensure implementation of the Procurement Strategy and Manual

Provide procurement advisory services at all levels of Project Implementation

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Professional qualification such as MCIPS

Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) with a valid practicing certificate

Minimum three (3) years post-qualification experience in Procurement and Management

Experience in donor-funded projects, particularly World Bank funded projects, is desirable

Good communication skills and computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office)

4. Environmental and Social Inclusion Officers x2 (Location: Kasama and Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officers

Job Purpose:

Responsible for implementation and guidance to implementing agencies and local communities on environmental and social project-related matters.

Main Duties:

Collaborate with project officials on implementation and review of environmental and social instruments

Support community facilitators to ensure adherence to environmental and social screening checklists

Ensure suitable management of natural resources and undertake relevant studies or surveys

Monitor sub-projects for compliance with environmental, social and occupational health measures

Prepare and submit periodic progress reports

Qualifications:

University degree in Environmental Planning and Management, Regional Planning, Development Planning/Economics, Geography, Agriculture Economics or relevant field

Minimum four (4) years’ experience in environmental and social work, plus three (3) years in community-based projects

Knowledge of Zambian environmental and social laws and regulations

Experience with donor-supported projects, particularly World Bank safeguards, is an added advantage

Strong communication and computer skills

5. Monitoring and Evaluation Officers x4 (Location: Mansa, Chinsali, Kasama and Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officers

Job Purpose:

Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of project activities in respective provinces based on the Results Framework and M&E plan.

Main Duties:

Develop and implement field monitoring plans

Oversee data collection and ensure data accuracy

Conduct progress reviews and generate reports

Facilitate capacity building in M&E practices

Compile lessons learned and best practices

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Degree in Demography, Development Economics, Project Management or related discipline

At least four (4) years’ experience in M&E of development projects

Experience with World Bank or international organizations is an advantage

Proficiency in STATA, SPSS, MS Project or digital data tools such as Kobo Toolbox

6. District Operations Officers x20

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officers

Job Purpose:

Assist in planning and implementation of climate resilience and nature-based solutions at community and district levels.

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Degree in Planning, Environmental Education, Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Agricultural Studies, or related fields

Minimum four (4) years’ experience

Experience with World Bank funded projects is an advantage

Strong communication, analytical and computer skills

---

7. Operations Support Officers x2 (Location: Chinsali and Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officers

Job Purpose:

Assist in the organization of work schedules, programmes, activities and administrative duties.

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, HR, Development Economics, or related field

Minimum five (5) years’ experience, including at least three (3) years with donor-funded projects

Excellent organizational and computer skills

---

8. Driver Cum Messengers x2 (Location: Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officer

Qualifications:

Zambian National

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

Certificate or Diploma in Auto Mechanics

Valid driving license with at least ten (10) years’ experience and a clean record

Experience in donor-funded programmes an advantage

---

9. Office Assistant (Location: Choma)

Reports to: Provincial Project Operations Officer

Qualifications:

Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

College certificate an added advantage

Minimum 12 months’ experience in cleaning or general office work

Good English proficiency

---

APPLICATION PROCESS

The Project Implementation Support Personnel will be selected in accordance with the Government’s Personnel Hiring Procedures as set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (February 2025).

Further information:

Available at the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment during working hours (08:00–13:00 and 14:00–17:00).

Detailed Terms of Reference (ToRs) and job descriptions are available at: https://www.mgee.gov.zm

Email applications to:

info@npcu.gov.zm

Fink.Mbwavu@mgee.gov.zm

emmanuel.mukube@gmail.com.zm

Application Requirements:

Application letter

Current CV

Copies of academic and professional certificates

Indicate position in email subjec

t line

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Deadline: Friday, 31st October 2025 at 17:00 hours local time

Contact:

The Permanent Secretary

Attn: The Director – Human Resource and Administration

Ministry of Green Economy and Environment

Corner of John Mbita and Nationalist Road, Ridgeway

P.O. Box 30147, Lusaka, Zambia