Job Region: Zambia

We are seeking skilled and experienced Tilers to join our team. Multi-skilled candidates with expertise in tiling, skimming, and ceiling board installation will have an advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare surfaces for tiling by cleaning, leveling, and applying adhesives
Lay floor and wall tiles accurately according to design layouts
Cut and shape tiles to fit corners, edges, and curves using appropriate tools
Apply grouting and sealants to finish tiled surfaces
Ensure high-quality finishes and comply with safety standards
Inspect completed work for durability and appearance
Maintain cleanliness and organization of tools and work areas
 
Qualifications & Requirements:
Grade 9 or Grade 12 Certificate
Proven experience as a tiler in residential or commercial projects
Skilled in measuring, cutting, and installing various types of tiles
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Physically fit and able to handle manual labor
Good time management and reliability
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Partner Drivers Wanted – Hike My Parcels
Hike My Parcels is expanding its logistics network and is looking for reliable inter-city travelers to join us as Partner Drivers.
Requirements:
Must be actively working and of fixed abode.
Solid and traceable background with verifiable referees.
Must own or have access to a reliable vehicle suitable for parcel delivery.
Good knowledge of Zambian inter-city routes.
Strong sense of accountability and customer service.
Contract Terms:
Commission-based contract – earn per parcel delivered.
Flexible partnership – work with us while continuing your regular activities.
Support provided through Hike My Parcels’ web-based system for parcel management.
Why Partner With Us?
Guaranteed steady flow of parcels.
Timely commission payments.
Be part of a trusted and insured logistics network.
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Key Responsibilities:
Development and review of procurement guidelines, procedures and systems.
Develop IMS procedures and SOP,s specific to purchasing and stores control.
Conduct stock counts, reconcile or resolve value discrepancies.
Process purchase requisitions / orders timeously and within purchasing guidelines of the company
Invite, assess, and award/recommend supplier tenders, bids, quotations, and proposals where required.
Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions, and maintain supplier relationships resulting in economic savings and increased service levels
Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and price lists.
Monitor stores stock levels and plan for restocking as per anticipated business needs and user requirements
Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements
Assist in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased
Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance
Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management
Fuel management and reconciliation
Handling of importation of various items from global suppliers and ensuring speedy delivery and customs clearance.
Any other duties reasonably assigned by supervisor.
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About Restless Development
Restless Development is a non-profit global agency. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. We are independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) bound together by our vision for youth power.
We are a global team of more than 200 people based in 13 countries and we also host a growing youth collective of close to 4,000 youth organisations in 185 countries. We are committed to creating an agency that paves the way on youth-led change and walks the talk on  power shifting.
Since 2003, Restless Development Zambia has been empowering youth to voice their concerns, facilitating their access to decision-makers for accountability, and fostering platforms for youth to showcase their effectiveness as change agents. We focus on strengthening the capacity of government institutions, civil society partners and NGOs to engage effectively with the youth. Our evidence based policy engagement spans across government, private sector and NGO sectors, positioning us as an innovative partner in development.
Our approach to safeguarding
Restless Development Zambia considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to be an organisational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We recognize that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding policy.
About the Role
The AU-EU Youth Voices Lab-Power of the Collective (the Youth Voices Lab) is a four year initiative with a six-month inception period. Through its actions, it seeks to create a more youth responsive and inclusive society (General Objective). The initiative is driven by five partners whose combined expertise on youth-led and youth-informed work, and their track record on tackling key issues of  the Agenda 2063, the SDGs, and the AU-EU partnerships from a youth perspective.
The consortium, comprising five selected partners, will co-lead the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab. This initiative builds on existing actions, creating synergies and extending efforts. Notably: The Global Youth Collective network of Restless, with over 3000 youth-led organisations across 54 African countries, forms the foundation for the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab. The aim is to expand the network to 7,500 organisations, reaching a diverse range of young individuals and ensuring sustainability.
Restless Development Zambia is actively searching for an inspiring Senior Programme Coordinator in Zambia, and we’re looking for a vibrant individual dedicated to empowering youth for a sustainable future. As the Senior Programme Coordinator, you’ll be at the forefront, strategically leading engagements with the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab and directing the recruitment and launch of the Lab Advisory Mechanism. Your role also involves meticulously planning and executing physical meetings over a four-year period. Beyond that, you’ll be instrumental in fostering a lively virtual youth community, implementing a third-party support mechanism, and coordinating partner committee meetings for effective communication.
Additionally, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to drive youth empowerment through engaging activities like training sessions and Youth Power Hackathons, aligning with the Youth Fellows’ outlined themes. If you’re passionate about making a real impact and steering youth-focused initiatives towards sustainability, we encourage you to apply for this role. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of something transformative and meaningful.
About You
Essential

Graduate level Degree in relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in programme or project
management including design and implementation.
Demonstrated experience in youth engagement and partnership management.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead innovative community building initiatives.
Knowledge of AU-EU Youth initiatives and policies is a plus.
Commitment to youth empowerment and participation.
Strong organisational and communication skills and leadership skills.
Proven experience in people management and leading teams remotely.
Proven experience overseeing programme delivery.
Proven experience overseeing financial/budget management for a donor funded programme.

Desirable

Fluent written and spoken English.
Good IT skills with competence in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Belief in the values of Restless Development Zambia and ability to uphold them personally.
A strong personal commitment to the values. Code of conduct and methods of  Restless Development Zambia.
Proven facilitation and training skills.
A high level of motivation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Team and relationship builder.

Educational Background
Minimum: Graduate level Degree in relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
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National Breweries Plc is Zambia’s leading producer and distributor of Traditional African Beer. Our affiliation to Delta Beverages gives our employees a sense of pride and that of belonging to one of the biggest international brewing companies in the world. The Company offers opportunities for all to learn develop and grow, whilst offering challenging career opportunities for lateral or vertical advancement.
We are inviting applications to fill the following vacant position:
Position: Material Handlers – Brewing and Packing departments
Location: Kitwe
Contract: One Year (1Year)
Reporting to the Team Leaders
The successful candidates will be accountable for the following:
To ensure that safety standards are adhered to.
To wash all the containers and bottles in the packaging plant and all those coming from outside.
To physically count all the crates in the packaging plant and all those coming from outside
To prepare crate reports at the end of the day so as to indicate number of crates lost or gained.
To physically wash and count all the crates in the packaging plant and all those coming from outside.
Physically carry the beer from stacks and load vehicles.
Ensure adequate maize meal is available for brewing as instructed
Ensure that the maize is cleaned and weighed before milling
Ensure that Maize bags are counted and handed over to the Team Leader at the end of each shift.
Maintain the highest level of hygiene within the workstation by following the daily/weekly cleaning schedule.
To ensure that high levels of integrity and discipline are adhered to as stipulated by the laid down company code of conduct.
The job is particularly suitable for candidates who meet the following minimum requirements and possess the following attributes.
Grade 12 Certificate
Certificate or Diploma in any field
Minimum six months work experience
Ability to communicate well and should have a clean record.
Team player
Ability to adhere to instructions, work in shifts with minimum supervision and hard work
Sober mind, self-starter physically fit and honest
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Locations: Nyimba, Kabwe, Mazabuka, Mkushi, Mpongwe, Choma, Lusaka, Ndola, Kitwe, Monze, Livingstone, Mumbwa and Chongwe, Zambia
Our client, a Global Healthcare and Crop Science Innovation company, is seeking Merchandisers to join their team. The Merchandisers will be responsible for producing sales by providing point-of-purchase and shelf management services.
Key Responsibilities:

Plan and develop merchandising strategies that balance customers’ expectations and company’s objectives.
Maximise customer interest and sales levels by displaying products appropriately.
Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock.
Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes, clear outs etc.
Build constructive customer relationships and team with channel partners to build pipeline and close deals.
Remain up to date with industry’s best practices.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

A full grade 12 certificate
Minimum Certificate in Agriculture from a recognized and approved institution.
Experience in merchandising or any related activity with farmers will be an added advantage.
Excellent time management skills
Attention to detail especially with numerical data
Sound Communication skills for Work Efficiency and effectiveness

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Our client, VVOB an NGO that works tirelessly across developing nations to strengthen education systems, ensuring access, equity, and excellence in learning for all is looking to hire a Strategic Education Advisor to join their team. The strategic Advisor will focus on Foundational Learning within Zambia and be part of the overall team of Strategic Education Advisors.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Support the VVOB team and structures of the Ministry of Education on national and decentralised levels in planning and implementation of education programmes particularly in foundational learning and early grade remediation.
Work closely together with the Education Manager, Education Advisors, MEAL team and other project staff to support capacity development of staff, quality of project implementation in our existing projects on foundational learning as well as projects in early grade remedial education using the Teaching at the Right Level (also known as Catch Up) approach.
Provide expert guidance in foundational learning and providing technical support to programme implementation, while mentoring the SEA team with the Country Programmes Manager.
Collaborate with Strategic Education Advisors locally and internationally to unlock the VVOB’s Learning Unlimited Strategy and to lead the strategic development of existing and new areas of work particularly on foundational learning.
Provide advice on the design, implementation and evaluation of capacity development methods for professionals in foundational learning.
Support networking and partnerships including securing cooperation and support from VVOB’s partners for existing and future projects, to promote VVOB as a reliable partner and to represent our organization towards external stakeholders in your field.
Contribute to internal and external knowledge development and learning, by supporting innovation, reflection and learning and proactively supporting sharing of lessons learned between partners, colleagues and other VVOB country teams.
Actively search for new sources of funding for VVOB and assist in the preparation of project proposals.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree in education, human sciences, or related field or equivalent experience.
At least ten years of relevant working experience including at least five years of international working experience.
In depth understanding of the foundational learning including experience in material development and capacity development.
Understanding and experience in early grade remedial education, particularly the teaching at the Right Level approach, is an asset.
In depth understanding of and experience in recent evolutions related to foundational learning and remedial education.
Experience in programme and/or project, change development and management.
Experience in organizational and institutional capacity development.
English proficiency: CEFR level C1 / based on country needs.

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Our client, a global organization that works to create a world where governments, businesses, and citizens can readily access and effectively use accurate, complete, and high-quality evidence and information on the true owners of companies and other legal vehicles are looking for a Digital Lead to manage a key digital transformation project. The Digital Lead will lead a dedicated team to help PACRA build a modern, transparent business register. This is a high-impact role for someone experienced in digital government projects in Zambia.
Key Responsibilities:

Work with PACRA internal stakeholders from the business, legal, and technical teams to maximize the business value of the product
Help define the strategy and scope of development of both the general direction and specific sprints.
Ensure the needs of end-users of the product, PACRA internal staff, businesses, and users of PACRA data are represented within the development process.
Ensure agile project management practices are maintained, providing and coordinating coaching if deemed necessary.
Manage donor relationships with all, including responsibility for donor reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of the project.
Line management of developers (technical management and guidance will be the responsibility of the PACRA technical leadership team).
Coordinate, plan, monitor, and report resources and activities across the project and in liaison with the team.
Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track.
Lead the coordination with external stakeholders within Zambia, including the inter-agency task force and the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, and Industry.
Maximize knowledge exchange between PACRA and the organization throughout the project.
Capture and share lessons learned throughout the delivery of the project to feed into wider team support.
Undertake other tasks from time to time as requested by the senior manager, digital and data support.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, IT, or a related field is typically required. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Must have 3-5 years of experience in digital and data reform projects with the Zambian government.
Proven experience managing a team and working with international donors.
Strong understanding of the digital product lifecycle (agile development, user-centered design).
Knowledge of the digital reform and policymaking landscape in Zambia.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics.
Ability to work independently in a remote, multi-time zone team.
Knowledge of local Zambian languages is a plus.

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Our client, an NGO that works tirelessly across developing nations to strengthen education systems, ensuring access, equity, and excellence in learning for all is looking to hire a Research and Learning Advisor to join their team. The Research and Learning Advisor will be responsible for overseeing research activities under the learning agenda for the organization. This includes designing and managing research and evaluations applying quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Research Design and Implementation

The Research and Learning Advisor will lead the oversight of the partner led randomized controlled trial (RCT), ensuring methodological rigor, data quality, and actionable insights to inform program learning and decision-making.
Collaborate with research consultants, develop and lead research frameworks, methodologies, and protocols, ensuring alignment with the organization’s learning agenda.
Coordinate studies that assess the impact of the organization’s interventions on learners, educators, and school systems.
Oversee data collection processes on various research projects being conducted in Zambia using qualitative and quantitative methods. Ensure high-quality data throughout all research phases.
Ensure adherence to ethical standards in research, particularly when working with children and vulnerable groups.

Learning and Capacity Building

Facilitate capacity-building sessions for M & E and research staff on best research practices.
Develop templates and other materials that help support and improve the quality of M & E and research staff day-to-day work, in close collaboration with other colleagues.
Translate research findings into actionable strategies and tools for program improvement.
Organize learning forums, workshops, and webinars to share research results with internal and external stakeholders.

Data Quality Assurance, Data Cleaning, Data Analysis and Reporting

Set up mechanisms and systems to assure high data quality in both research and M & E activities.
Continuously check up on data quality, and coordinate and support other colleagues involved in data quality. Clean data that require correction and maintain both raw and cleaned datasets.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization’s interventions.
Present findings through clear, concise, and engaging reports, presentations, and infographics tailored to diverse audiences, including educators, policymakers, and donors.
Publish research papers and policy briefs on the organization’s interventions to influence education policy and practice. Present on these papers and briefs in international fora and at conferences.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Establish cooperative and cordial relationships with research consultants, while remaining a critical lens on their products and activities to assure they align with the organization’s needs, they are contextually relevant, and they result in high quality research.
Engage with Ministry of Education (MoE) staff and the MoE’s research coordination committee to promote the integration of evidence-based recommendations into education policies and systems.
Foster partnerships with academic institutions, donors, and global networks to conduct research on areas of interest to the organization.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Education, Statistics, Demography, International Development, Policy). A master’s degree is highly desirable.
At least 4 years of demonstrable experience in a similar Research position. Experience in strengthening government systems and structures or projects in the education sector is an asset.
Demonstrated experience coordinating research projects in the education or development sector.
Experience with leading data management and analysis, including statistical techniques and software.
Strong skills in developing and managing digital data collection tools and platforms (Kobo Collect, SurveyCTO, ODK).
Ability to design and implement data quality assurance checks (automated validations, skip logic, consistency checks, field monitoring).
Experience with data analysis using statistical software (Excel, SPSS, STATA).
Excellent communication skills in English, including writing, conversing and presenting.
Strong interpersonal skills with cross-cultural teams.
Proven experience in supervising research consultants/firms.
Willingness to travel frequently and flexibly, including in very rural areas.

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Our client, an NGO that works tirelessly across developing nations to strengthen education systems, ensuring access, equity, and excellence in learning for all is looking to hire a Monitoring and Evaluation and Research Manager to join their team. The Monitoring and Evaluation and Research Manager will be responsible for leading the team of M & E and Research staff and oversee and coordinate their activities. He / She will work closely with the programme team in the country and at global office.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Lead the M & E and Research team to ensure strong M &E and research
systems and activities for all programmes in Zambia, in collaboration with
the Education Manager and Strategic Advisors.
Easily navigate between M & E, research, planning and strategic operations, ensuring that we collect and use qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions about the programmes, while establishing effective feedback and learning mechanism within the organization.
Provide expert leadership and guidance on how and when M & E and
research activities (including impact evaluations) should take place to
strengthen the programmes.
Support the M&E and Research team to plan, allocate and prioritize tasks
to execute data collection, analysis and dissemination for cross-cutting
learning and specialized projects on specific topics of interest, both through regular programme monitoring and evaluation as well as rigorous research.
Guide the team to deliver research activities with high quality, while
ensuring IRB compliance and adhering to research ethics protocols.
Provide strong leadership (on-the-job mentoring, work-planning coaching,
capacity development, change management) for your direct reports,
supporting a positive organizational culture. Mobilize the M & E and
Research team and keep them on track to meet deliverables with high
quality.
Foster good relationships with a range of stakeholders (in the Ministry, in
donor and partner organizations, and in survey firms) to ensure that their
needs and limitations are fully understood and incorporated into learning
activities as far as possible, securing their cooperation and support.
Promote the organization as a reliable partner and represent the
organization towards external stakeholders in the field.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree in social sciences, Demography, International
Development, Research, or Policy related field or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of demonstrable experience in M & E and Research
(including designing studies for monitoring and evaluation, budgeting and
coordinating to implement them, analyzing and disseminating results),
preferably working on projects which strengthen government systems and
structures. Experience with RCTs is an added advantage.
Experience in leading multicultural and effective M & E and Research teams in international development and projects of different donors.
Experience with project cycle management and institutional capacity
development.
Technical skills in a range of data collection, cleaning and analysis software
such as Kobo Collect / SurveyCTO / ODK, MS Excel, Stata, Power BI / Tableau, NVivo.
Fluent in English (English CEFR Level C1). Knowledge of local languages is
an advantage.
Good understanding of the education landscape in Zambia.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the provinces.
Ability to inspire and motivate the M & E team, the organization’s provincial staff and MoE staff to put in their very best!

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