The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is the implementing agency of the Federal Republic of Germany for technical and international cooperation. It offers flexible, sustainable and effective solutions in political, economic and social change processes. Most of the work of GIZ is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ also operates on behalf of other German ministries as well as public and private bodies in Germany and abroad. These include the European Commission, the United Nations, the World Bank and governments of other countries. Together with our partners, we create opportunities and sustainably improve people’s lives. Through our networks, we turn international agendas into action – with a global vision and local impact.
The ENTERPRISE Zambia 2.0: Climate-Smart Agriculture and Inclusive Markets for Smallholders project, also known as the Enterprise Zambia Challenge Fund 2.0 (EZCF 2.0), is part of the Agrifood Cluster at GIZ Zambia. It is co-financed by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The five-year project runs through 2030 and supports private sector-led agricultural transformation in Zambia by providing matching grants to growth-oriented agribusinesses.
The overall objective of EZCF 2.0 is to promote the inclusion of smallholder farmers in commercially viable and inclusive business models while advancing the adoption of sustainable, climate-smart agricultural practices. The Fund strengthens value chains in legumes and horticulture, helping enterprises and farmers increase productivity, resilience and access to markets.
Anchored along the Lobito Corridor, specifically in Copperbelt, Northwestern, Central and Lusaka Provinces, EZCF 2.0 contributes to the EU Global Gateway and Team Europe Initiative on “Climate Action for Inclusive Green Recovery and Growth.” The Fund catalyzes private investment, fosters innovation and strengthens Zambia’s role in regional and international markets.
Team Enterprise embodies professional excellence combined with human connection. Our ethos is grounded in responsiveness, accountability, competence, creativity, adaptability and commitment. We work collaboratively, communicate openly and deliver with purpose and positivity.
In this context, the project is seeking a suitable candidate for the following position:
Knowledge Management and Reporting Expert x 1- (Band 4) based in Lusaka
REF: GIZ_ENT_KMRE
Main tasks and responsibilities
- Lead the organization and maintenance of EZCF 2.0’s internal digital knowledge management systems, ensuring efficient filing, version control and accessibility of documents across SharePoint, OneDrive and MS Teams.
- Establish and maintain a clear structure for project documentation, including contracts, reports, concept notes, communication materials and knowledge products.
- Serve as the focal point for data and document management, ensuring consistency, completeness and adherence to GIZ data protection and knowledge management standards.
- Coordinate the preparation, editing and submission of donor reports (quarterly, semi-annual and annual), ensuring accuracy, completeness and alignment with EU, BMZ and GIZ reporting requirements.
- Collect and synthesize inputs from technical and financial teams, grantees and field offices to produce coherent and high-quality reports, success stories and lessons learned.
- Develop high-quality presentations, briefing notes, talking points and executive speeches for the Head of Component, programme leadership and external events.
- Support senior management in preparing materials for high-level meetings, donor engagements and strategic communication opportunities.
- Develop communication and visibility materials to showcase EZCF 2.0’s impact, including newsletters, success stories, fact sheets and social media posts.
- Coordinate marketing and outreach activities for grant calls for proposals, including design of promotional materials, web content and engagement with sector partners.
- Support external communication and visibility efforts by maintaining relationships with grantees, partners and stakeholders and promoting achievements across the enterprise and agrifood ecosystem.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting, documentation and information-sharing processes across the team.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in communications, Information Management, Development Studies, Journalism, Business Administration or a related field.
- Master’s degree preferred
- Verified academic certificates by Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
- Excellent writing, editing and synthesis skills, with proven experience preparing donor reports for major international donors.
- Demonstrated ability to manage information and documentation systems for large, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Demonstrated success developing communication products, marketing content or visibility campaigns for donor-funded or private sector initiatives.
Professional experience
- At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in knowledge management, reporting or communications within international development or donor-funded programmes
- Experience managing project documentation and digital filing systems, ensuring structured organization and retrieval of key documents.
- Proven ability to draft, consolidate and edit donor reports and other technical documents under tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with reporting formats and understanding of compliance requirements for large donor programmes.
- Proven ability to translate technical or complex information into clear, compelling executive-level communication materials, including speeches, presentations and summaries for senior audiences.
- Experience producing social media and web content to promote organizational results, partnerships and events.
- Strong coordination skills with the ability to collect, verify and synthesize information from diverse technical teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.
Other knowledge and additional competences
- Expert-level proficiency in MS SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams and related collaborative digital tools.
- Strong understanding of communication, visibility and marketing principles in development or enterprise contexts
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and digital collaboration platforms.
- Attention to detail, organizational discipline and commitment to maintaining high documentation standards.
- Ability to design, format and present information clearly and visually for different audiences.
- Capacity to balance precision in reporting with creativity in communication.
- Ability to work independently and proactively while maintaining strong collaboration across teams.
- Commitment to the Team Enterprise culture, valuing responsiveness, accountability, creativity and shared purpose in achieving results.
The successful candidate will be expected to start employment with GIZ, on a fixed term contract.
Application deadline: 30 November 2025
Please understand that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system. Applications should meet the following criteria:
- Cover letter quoting the reference: REF GIZ_ENT_KMRE must be uploaded using font type Arial, size 11. In the first paragraph, please outline your motivation for applying for the position. In the second paragraph, outline your experience in the position.
- CVs must be submitted in PDF not exceeding three (3) pages. Do not indicate your marital status, religion, political affiliation or insert your photo.
- Certificates, qualifications, etc. must not be attached to the application.
- Traceable references for previous engagements must be provided.
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