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Job Posting for Hands-On Bicycle Fleet Manager
Position: Hands-On Bicycle Fleet Manager
Location: Lusaka
Salary: Fixed salary + Performance bonuses
About Delivery Company:
We are an up-and-coming delivery platform that provides a reliable service through bicycle riders. We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Fleet Manager to help oversee our growing team of bicycle riders. The role involves both management and operation tasks, ensuring that the fleet runs smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily Rider Supervision: Ensure riders are active, on time, and meet daily targets (K40 per day).
Recruitment & Onboarding: Actively recruit and onboard new bicycle riders, and train them on the platform’s policies and systems.
Fleet Management: Monitor bike conditions, coordinate with repair shops, and ensure minimal downtime for bikes.
Performance Tracking: Track rider performance and help solve any issues that may arise (e.g., payments, rider concerns).
Community Outreach: Collaborate with bicycle shops and local communities to attract more riders to join the fleet.
Rider Support: Address rider complaints, ensuring they have a positive experience with the platform.
Requirements:
Proven experience in fleet management, logistics, or recruitment (preferred)
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage a team and take full responsibility for day-to-day operations
Good communication skills and ability to interact with riders and vendors
Willingness to be hands-on and involved in the operational side of the business
Access to a phone and internet to manage riders and track operations
Compensation:
Fixed salary based on experience
Performance bonuses based on recruitment targets and rider retention
Additional bonuses for maintaining a high-performing fleet
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Resolve to Save Lives (RTSL) is a US-based, global public health organization with a mission to prevent 100 million deaths from heart disease and to make the world safer from epidemics. Since 2017, Resolve to Save Lives has partnered with low-and middle-income country governments, multilateral agencies, academic and other civil society partners, and communities to implement policies and programs to treat and control hypertension, reduce sodium intake, eliminate artificial trans fats, and strengthen systems for epidemic prevention.
REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA
ZAMBIA NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE 
JOB ADVERTISEMENT      
The Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI) with support from Resolve to Save Lives through the Collaborative Surveillance Project which involves collaboration and coordination with other key Ministries and Agencies including the Ministry of Health and key partners to prototype implementation of Collaborative Surveillance in Zambia. The project will address major barriers in Systems, Governance, and Financing required across the emergency and data lifecycles to support decision-making for planning, preparedness, detection, and response. ZNPHI therefore seeks to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced person to be appointed in the underlisted position under this project:
Job title: Programme Implementation Specialist (01)
Reports to: Director – Strategic Planning and Information Management
Location: Zambia National Public Health Institute
Duration: This is a fixed-term position through December 2026.
 
Job Purpose: 
The Strategic Planning and Information Management Department at ZNPHI focuses on improving the collection, analysis, and use of public health data to enhance outbreak detection and response, while also coordinating program planning and performance to ensure the Institute’s objectives are met. It addresses challenges related to data interoperability, system infrastructure and ensures effective planning for research, data security, harmonization, and sharing across public health systems.
The Programme Implementation Specialist will be responsible for effectively managing the execution of priority programmes, projects or activities, under the Department of Strategic Planning (SPIM), by ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the required standards to ensure timely and efficient implementation. This will involve collaboration across teams within SPIM and with other ZNPHI pillars and programs.
The incumbent will play a key role in facilitating longer-term institutional capacity and culture strengthening by being part of a cross-functional “delivery department” working closely with colleagues from the Finance Unit and within SPIM to enable overall organizational effectiveness against ZNPHI strategic priorities. This delivery unit will also be working closely with the ZNPHI Executive team to ensure that strategic planning and execution are well integrated.
Responsibilities/Principal Accountabilities
(a) Programme Planning & Coordination

Effectively facilitates coordination of development of detailed implementation plans, outlining project and programme timelines, resource requirements, and deliverables to measure success; and provides programme management support to ensure ongoing implementation progress and achievement of deliverables.
Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programme implementation alignment with programme objectives and ZNPHI strategic objectives at the direction of the Director- SPIM; proactively identifies potential conflicts and helps manage trade-offs and develop solutions.
Supports planning and program management for the allocation and expenditure of SPIM resources (internally and externally funded), ensuring they are used effectively and efficiently throughout the programme lifecycle and/or given fiscal year, and elevating appropriate bottlenecks to the Director, SPIM for further action.
Supports overall programme management and coordination for ZNPHI’s implementation of Collaborative Surveillance through tactical and planning support to the SPIM Director and collaborating groups, including the cross-functional delivery unit, SPIM ICT, M&E, and planning teams, and across ZNPHI pillars including surveillance, emergency preparedness and response, workforce development, and public health laboratories.

(b) Project Monitoring & Reporting

Effectively monitors all necessary resources (human, financial, technological) allocated to SPIM programmes to ensure they are appropriately and efficiently utilised, and supporting the SPIM Director to accelerate implementation through programme management support across teams
Tracks programme progress against timelines, budgets, and quality expectations ensuring timely implementation of activities.
Collaborates with the monitoring and evaluation unit of SPIM to ensure key milestones and deliverables are achieved, and support programme management and cross-team collaborations where necessary at the direction of the Director- SPIM
Provides regular updates and status reports to the Director-SPIM, highlighting any potential risks or challenges devising possible solutions for the same
Oversees technical reporting for implementation of Collaborative Surveillance to related donors and partners as requested and approved by the Director- SPIM.
Ensures all project documentation, including plans, schedules, and reports, are accurate and up-to-date.
Maintains compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulations throughout the implementation process.

(c) Internal Engagements

Collaborates with cross-functional teams across ZNPHI in order to ensure smooth programme execution for the ZNPHI workplan and complementary external programmes and awards
Ensure regular communication with all Departments, Units and/ or project teams, and other key stakeholders in ZNPHI in order to keep them informed of progress and resolve any issues that arise
Effectively manage Institutional expectations and ensure Departmental satisfaction throughout the implementation of various programmes and activities.

(d) Problem Solving & Risk Management

Undertakes timely identification of potential risks and proactively develops mitigation plans to minimize any negative impacts on the programme.
Ensure implementation of continuous improvement strategies in order to enhance programme performance.

(e) Resource and Budget Management

Ensures that SPIM activities and programmes are implemented within the approved budget and resource constraints
Collaborates with the grant management unit/finance team and cross-function delivery unit to ensure that anticipated externally funded activities and programmes are implemented within the approved budget and resource constraints
Monitors expenditures and assists in managing the programme budget by tracking costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities

(f) Training & Support

Designs and delivers effective training to staff or stakeholders to facilitate adoption of critical practices, processes, tools offering supportive coaching and evaluation to assist with continuous improvement and learning

Required Qualifications 

Full Grade 12 School Certificate with Five O Level Credits Including English and Mathematics
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration or any other related Social Sciences
Master’s degree in Project Management, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration or any other related Social Sciences is required

Experience 
Program Leadership & Implementation

Minimum eight (8) years of experience in program/project management, execution, and strategic coordination in public health, development, or government institutions.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs with tight timelines and evolving priorities.

Multilateral Donor-Funded Program Management

Demonstrated experience working on multilateral donor-funded projects, ideally in a coordination or management role.
Strong understanding of grant compliance, donor reporting requirements, and financial tracking for externally funded programs.

Institutional Change & Strategic Planning

Experience facilitating institutional change, systems strengthening, or organizational development initiatives.
Ability to support senior leadership teams in translating strategic priorities into actionable implementation plans.

Stakeholder Engagement & Matrix Management

Experience working with government institutions, international organizations, and development partners to align efforts and drive implementation.
Experience in matrix management or consultancy (preferred but not required).

Skills
Project & Program Management

Expertise in developing and managing detailed project plans, timelines, and performance indicators.
Strong ability to allocate and manage resources, including people, finances, and materials.
Proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation planning to ensure smooth execution.

Financial & Grant Management

Experience tracking program expenditures, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and identifying efficiency gains.
Strong familiarity with Public Financial Management (PFM) Systems in donor-funded or government-led projects.

Data-Driven Decision-Making & Reporting

Ability to translate program outcomes into data-driven insights for leadership and external partners.
Experience leading monitoring & evaluation (M&E) initiatives and synthesizing findings into strategic recommendations.
Strong technical reporting skills, including donor and executive-level reporting.

Communication & Influence

Strong ability to present progress updates, reports, and proposals to diverse audiences, including senior government officials, donors, and global partners.
Proven experience in facilitating high-level dialogues and influencing decision-making in complex environments.

Training & Capacity Development

Demonstrated ability to design, facilitate, and evaluate training programs for public health and development professionals.
Skilled in building institutional knowledge and fostering a learning culture within organizations.

Technical Proficiency

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet, Trello).
Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (R, SPSS, STATA, Power BI, Tableau) is an added advantage, but not required

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We are urgently hiring a qualified Electrical Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate must meet the following criteria:
Location: Must be a resident of Lusaka.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience working with gensets (generator sets).
Qualifications: Must hold a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Availability: Must be ready to start immediately.
Professional Skills: Strong technical expertise, troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to safety and efficiency.
Interested candidates should submit their CV and relevant certifications as soon as possible.

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Job Title: Growth and Partnership Associate
Reports to: Manager – Growth and Partnerships
Terms: Full-time, 2-year contract
Location: Lusaka (Primary)
Deadline for Applications: 17:00hrs, Friday 11th April 2025
About BongoHive Consult
BongoHive Consult Limited is a digital and corporate innovation consulting firm providing custom interventions to SMEs and corporations. We help organisations build products and services their customers love. We use strategy, creativity, sector and business insights, and technology; bringing our vast experience supporting high-growth ventures to co-create what’s next.
Our Technology Consulting arm creates bespoke software solutions using cutting-edge technology. To date, we have had clients from various sectors including civil society, development, banking, insurance, agriculture, health and government. Our process uses a human-centered design approach to deeply understand the user and environment in which the proposed solution will be implemented.
Our Innovation Consulting team delivers tailored structured innovation solutions that allow clients to grow their market through new ideas, products or approaches. This is done in various ways including innovation challenges that BongoHive facilitates on behalf of corporations by collaborating with staff through short, intensive hackathons, sprints and co-creation workshops pulling on experts, techies & consumers alike to design & test ideas solving social or business challenges that impede business growth.
Role

Strategic Business Planning:

Collaborate in strategising, directing, and overseeing business activities to align with BongoHive Consult’s objectives and market demands.
Develop and implement innovative demand-generation campaigns to enhance revenue growth and expand the client pipeline.

Market Analysis and Opportunity Identification:

Continuously analyse emerging technology trends and client requirements to strategise and develop long-term business opportunities.
Proactively identify and engage with key decision-makers to explore and screen potential business opportunities.

Proposal Development and Management:

Take the lead in responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and other client enquiries with proactive and strategically aligned proposals.
Guide the development of comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs by coordinating with cross-functional teams including solution architects, finance, delivery, and legal departments.

Sales and Bid Coordination:

Manage and streamline the bid process, ensuring compliance with client specifications and internal benchmarks.
Direct and enhance partnerships and alliances management, fostering robust business networks and collaborative opportunities.

Client Engagement and Sales Closure:

Spearhead the defence of proposals in client presentations, effectively communicating the value proposition and securing business deals.
Drive and implement Go To Market strategies, ensuring they are innovative, timely, and competitively positioned.

Sales Plan Execution:

Oversee and execute the sales strategy across local and regional markets to meet or exceed sales targets.
Collaborate with internal marketing and partnerships teams to launch new offerings, coordinate events, and develop content that nurtures the partnership ecosystem and supports business development activities.

Qualifications

Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field
MBA added advantage
Min. 2 years of Presales / Sales experience in Consulting services
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent understanding of Consulting delivery models, pricing models & proficiency with technologies
Good analytical & research skills – Ability to draw meaningful insights and inferences to build a business plan
Lead customer meetings/interactions
Willingness to travel

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Cashier Qualifications/Requirements

Grade 12 school Certificate
Degree or Diploma in Banking and finance or Zica
Minimum 2 years working experience in microfinance,or banking institution is an added advantage.

Driver Qualifications/Requirements

A Grade 12 school Certificate
Valid class C or CE driver’s license
Knowledge of basic mechanics and defensive driving will be an added advantage
At least two (2) years work experience as a driver
Must be of sober character
Must be able to work with minimum supervision
Must be ready to work at odd hours

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SALES ASSOCIATE
JOB BRIEF
The Sales Associate will play a key role in driving sales, building relationships with clients—especially within the mining sector—and contributing to the overall growth of the company. The Sales Associate will report directly to the General Manager.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
·   Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
·   Identify and engage potential clients, with a focus on the mining industry.
·   Build and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure repeat business.
·   Conduct market research to identify industry trends and business opportunities.
·   Promote Samstone’s products and services to prospective and existing customers.
·   Negotiate contracts, pricing and terms with clients.
·  Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
·   Meet and exceed sales targets and performance metrics.
·  Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
·   Provide regular sales reports, forecast and insights to the General Manager.
·   Stay updated on industry developments and competitor activities.
Qualifications & Experience:
·  Minimum 2-5 years of sales experience, preferably in the mining industry.
·   Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is an advantage.
·   Familiarity with mining operations, supply chain dynamics, and procurement processes.
·    Strong negotiation, presentation, and networking skills.
·    Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
·     Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software.
·     Ability to work independently and meet sales targets and willingness to travel as needed and with a valid driver’s license is a must.
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Job Summary
The Respiratory Health Clinician is responsible for screening, diagnosing, and managing patients with respiratory conditions at various project sites. The role involves providing quality patient care, conducting outreach screenings, interpreting diagnostic tests, referring complex cases, and ensuring accurate documentation of clinical data. Additionally, the clinician will be actively involved in research studies, patient counseling, and adherence to Good Clinical Practices while maintaining strict confidentiality and accountability for project resources.
Main duties

Screens patients with respiratory conditions at all project sites.
Provides basic treatment for respiratory illnesses according to standard treatment guidelines.
Ensures high-quality patient care and effective management of respiratory cases.
Conducts outreach screenings in workplaces and communities as needed.
Identify and recruit participants for research studies, ensuring proper informed consent procedures.
Interprets laboratory results, spirometry, 6MWT, and chest X-rays to make clinical decisions.
Refer challenging respiratory cases to medical officers and respiratory physicians.
Ensures timely referral of patients requiring specialized services at tertiary institutions.
Provides counseling on smoking cessation, treatment adherence, risk reduction, and psychosocial support.
Educates patients and caregivers on respiratory conditions and their management.
Ensures accurate completion of clinical study forms (both electronic and hard copy).
Performs quality control (QC) checks on data and study forms.
Maintains proper records of respiratory diagnoses and collaborate with data associates for database updates.
Assists in writing reports and preparing for monitoring visits.
Follows Good Clinical Practices and research protocols.
Maintains strict confidentiality and privacy of patients/participants.
Accountable for project resources, including ICT equipment, spirometers, data collection forms, and study supplies.
Ensures proper handling and storage of participant files and research materials.

Qualifications

Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences
Valid practicing certificate under the Health Professions Council of Zambia
Minimum 4 years’ experience in clinical management of TB and other respiratory conditions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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A Chef to lead the cooks on a catering project in one of the mines in Chingola.
His/ her duties shall encompass planning menus, ensuring food quality and timely preparation, managing kitchen staff, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards, while also potentially creating new recipes and overseeing inventory.
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Job Title: IT Officer
Department: IT & Information Security
Location: Lusaka
Reports To: Head – IT & Information Security (Currently handled by Head – HR)
Job Purpose:
The IT Officer will provide technical support, assist in maintaining IT infrastructure, and ensure compliance with ISO 27001 information security standards. The role involves troubleshooting IT issues, supporting end-users, and contributing to the firm’s information security framework to protect sensitive client and company data.
Key Responsibilities:
IT Support & Infrastructure Management:

Provide first-line technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
Install, configure, and maintain IT equipment including desktops, laptops, printers, and servers.
Assist in managing user accounts, email configurations, and access control in accordance with IT
policies.
Monitor system performance and ensure IT infrastructure operates efficiently.
Information Security & ISO 27001 Compliance:
Assist in implementing and maintaining ISO 27001 controls and policies.
Support periodic security audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
Ensure secure handling of company and client data in line with data protection policies.
Educate users on cybersecurity best practices, including phishing prevention and password
management.

Network & Systems Administration:

Assist in maintaining local area networks (LAN), firewalls, and VPNs.
Support regular system updates, patches, and software deployments.
Help maintain backups and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.

General IT Administration:

Maintain IT asset inventory and ensure proper documentation of IT resources.
Collaborate with vendors and service providers for IT support and procurement.
Assist in IT policy documentation and enforcement within the organization.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
1-2 years of experience in IT support, system administration, or cybersecurity.
Basic knowledge of information security principles, preferably with exposure to ISO 27001.
Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems, Microsoft 365, and networking
fundamentals.
Understanding of cybersecurity tools such as antivirus, firewalls, and endpoint protection
solutions is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Good understanding of IT security best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining IT security.

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Company: Syax Corp
Title: Sales Executive
Location: Lusaka Zambia
Application Closing Date: 18/04/2025
Job Start Date: 01/05/2023
We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive with printing and branding industry experience to join our team at Syax Corp. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by generating new business opportunities and maintaining existing relationships with our clients.
Key Responsibilities:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase sales revenue
Achieve and exceed sales targets and quotas
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing them with the appropriate products or services
Conduct market research to identify potential clients and new markets
Collaborate with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction and successful project delivery
Attend industry events to network and build relationships with potential clients

Requirements:

Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales or business development
Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Printing and Branding industry experience is a Must!

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