JOB OPPORTUNITY
Archivist Intern
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Company: FlexiFile Zambia
Employment Type: Internship
FlexiFile Zambia a leading provider of records management, document storage, archiving, and information management solutions is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Archivist Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in professional records and archives management.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support the Records Management team by:
- Assisting in the classification, indexing, cataloguing, and archiving of physical and electronic records.
- Organizing, filing, retrieving, and maintaining client records in accordance with established records management standards and procedures.
- Supporting document digitization projects through scanning, indexing, quality assurance, and electronic records management.
- Preparing archival records for storage, retention, transfer, or secure destruction in line with retention schedules.
- Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and security of client information and company records.
- Assisting in the implementation of records retention and disposal policies.
- Supporting client requests for document retrieval and records tracking.
- Maintaining accurate records databases and inventory systems.
- Participating in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing records management processes.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the Records Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 School Certificate
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science, Records and Archives Management, Information Management, Information Science, or a related discipline.
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Basic knowledge of records and archives management principles.
- Understanding of records life cycle management and document control.
- Familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS) will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit the following:
- Application Letter
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of academic qualifications
- Copy of National Registration Card (NRC)
Applications should be clearly marked:
"Application for Archivist Intern" and sent to: beatmashrc@gmail.com.
The Human Resources Manager
FlexiFile Zambia
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
