Field Officer

Job Vacancy

Duration: 1 year

Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) is looking for people to fill vacancies for the field office based in Sioma, Western Province.

EFZ is a voluntary Christian church mother body registered under the Registrar of Societies in Zambia as a non-profit organization. EFZ is implementing a Climate Just Communities (CJC) project in Shangombo and Sioma districts. The project is focusing on intervention that aim to build community resilience against impacts of climate change.

Field Officer (x2)

Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the duties will include but not limited to the following:

1. Coordinate effective supervision of project interventions in the wards
2. Ensure integration of all programs with the local stakeholders including district government officials and traditional leaders and community members in the wards.
3. Planning and facilitating implementation of project activities
4. Forecasting and preparing activity based budgets
5. Mobilizing and training project participants
6. Writing activity and monthly progress reports
7. Perform other tasks as assigned by Project Coordinator

Qualifications and experience required

• Must be a holder of a Diploma in Natural Resources management, Agricultural Sciences, Social Science or any related field from a recognized institution. A Bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience in community mobilisation and facilitation
• Must have relevant experience in Climate Change related projects
• Proven ability to develop and monitor work plans
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Proven written and oral communication
• Must be self-reliant, resourceful, good humored, and flexible
• Must speak Lozi and in possession of a valid motorbike license

APPLICATION

• Only candidates meeting the above minimum criteria need to apply.
• Candidates must submit a cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae with traceable references (minimum 3 of the most current employer/referee) in word or PDF format
• The required key competencies must be demonstrated through the CV.
• Only electronic applications will be accepted
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly via email.
• Applications must be addressed to the Executive Director

To APPLY, send your application to [email protected] and copy [email protected] and [email protected]