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Job Title: Replenishment Officer
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Replenishment Officer to manage inventory levels, ensure product availability and support efficient supply chain operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining optimal stock levels, coordinating with buyers & stores and ensuring timely replenishment across all locations.
Work Location: Choppies Headquarters LSMFEZ, Chifwema – LUSAKA
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Key Responsibilities
1. Stock Monitoring & Analysis

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Monitor daily inventory levels across multiple categories and locations to identify items approaching re-order points (ROP).
Analyse sales trends and demand patterns to forecast stock requirements, including seasonal peaks and new product launches.
Identify and resolve out-of-stock (OOS) issues by reviewing shortage trends and adjusting replenishment strategies.

2. Order Management & Logistics

Create, manage and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders and work to improve lead times and fill rates.
Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure the smooth flow of goods from suppliers to warehouses and stores.

 
3. System & Data Maintenance
 

Review daily and monthly reports on stock levels, vendor performance and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Maintain and update system parameters, including safety stock levels, economic order quantities (EOQ), and re-order points.
Ensure data accuracy and integrity within inventory management systems.

4. Operational Support

Allocate stock efficiently across stores based on performance, demand and promotional activities.
Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure accurate receiving and distribution of goods.
Support cross-functional teams to maintain seamless supply chain operations.

5. Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve stock flow and reduce supply chain costs.
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service levels.
Contribute to the development of best practices in inventory and replenishment management.

Requirements & Skills
Minimum qualification: Diploma

Proven experience in inventory management in the FMCG segment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in inventory management systems and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

 
Key Competencies
 

Attention to detail
Analytical thinking
Planning and organising
Communication and collaboration
Proactive problem-solving
Flexible working time

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ZESCO Limited is a quasi-government institution wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). In its commitment to provide efficient, innovative, and excellent electricity services and energy solutions, applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambians for the following positions.
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POSITION
SENIOR MANAGER – OPERATIONAL TECHNICAL AUDIT
JOB PURPOSE / DESCRIPTION
Work involves developing and implementing the operational and technical audits strategies, leading staff performance in the development and implementation of the strategic and annual internal audit work plans for operational technical directorates, providing consulting services to the management and staff in all the accountable business units; all with emphasis on a risk-based approach designed to assist management in the attainment of their objectives
QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent.

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Vocational and Professional Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field or ICT related field or business related.
Master’s degree in business related or other professional qualifications like Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Audits (CISA) or Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE), or ACCA, or CIMA, or CA Zambia will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

At least 10 years of experience in internal auditing or external auditing, or proven relevant experience and at least 5 years’ experience at managerial level.
Communications Skills
The job requires the jobholder to effectively communicate orally or in written form, using the official language, on difficult operational matters and policies which may impact on all Company business units. Origination of complex or highly technical reports which may be distributed in the Company.
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Numerical/Computational Skills
Job involves analysis of data, finding differences, recognizing relevant/irrelevant information, recognition of patterns and development of mathematical proofs.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Assists the Director-Audit and Risk in managing internal audit staff for Operational and Technical Audit Department in the planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring of internal audit operations, including assisting in hiring, training, and evaluating staff, and taking effective actions to address performance matters.
Leads the identification and evaluation of auditable areas in the accountable units and develops risk-based annual internal audit plans for the accountable units.
Leads the performance of internal audit assignments, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
Leads the management of the internal audit staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, developing and administering surveys, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers.
Leads the internal audit staff in the identification, development, and documentation of audit issues and recommendations for improvement.
Communicates the results of audit and consulting projects through written reports and oral presentations on a timely basis to management.
Develops and maintains productive team-oriented client, staff, and management relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with staff.
Represents internal auditing on organizational project teams, at management and with external organizations as delegated.
Ensures that the policies, procedures and systems underpinning the accountable areas are adequate and effective.
Manages the Department’s structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the Company’s goals and objectives.
Manages the Department’s financial resource allocation process and utilization.
Oversees the audit of staff related payments.
Performs administrative duties delegated by the Supervisor.

 TENURE
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31 March 2026
DEADLINE
13 April 2026
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JOB VACANCY
SECURITY ASSISTANT
Zambia Postal Services Corporation (ZAMPOST), a State-Owned Enterprise mandated to provide postal, courier, logistics and financial services across the country, is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Security Assistant.
Job Title: Security Assistant (7)
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Department: Administration

Station: Sinazongwe, Chililabombwe, Chingola, Kalulushi, Chimwemwe & Kitwe Post Offices

Type of Employment: Permanent & Pensionable
Grade: ZPSC17
Reporting Line: Security Officer
Town: Sinazongwe, Chililabombwe, Chingola, Kalulushi, Chimwemwe & Kitwe
Purpose of Role:
To provide the Corporation with protection from potential threats such as theft, vandalism, trespass, and other forms of security breaches.

 
Duties and Key Responsibilities
 

Ensuring the safety and security of all Corporation assets by complying with safe working procedures and carrying out all assigned security duties, including internal and external patrols within the Corporation’s premises.
Reporting any security incidents and responding appropriately to emergency situations.
Greeting, assisting, and directing members of the public visiting the Corporation.
Working as part of a team to provide conflict resolution support where there is potential for conflict within the Corporation’s premises.
Preparing complete and accurate handover and incident reports, and taking appropriate action on all reports received at the commencement of or during a duty shift.
Controlling access and monitoring activities at designated points of operation.
Preventing crime and other wrong doing.
Conducting shift handover procedures at the start and end of each shift to ensure that all matters of concern are effectively communicated for continuity in service and incident management.

Knowledge and Skills

Honesty and integrity.
Record-keeping skills.
Effective  communication skills.
Moral uprightness.

Qualifications and Experience

Full Grade 12 Certificate.
Any additional professional qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 2 years’ work experience as a Security Guard.
Clean criminal record.

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Description

Our client, a registered Non-Bank Financial Institution, is seeking a Legal Manager to provide operational legal support by managing legal documentation, litigation support, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day legal advisory services.
Key Responsibilities

Provide legal advice on credit, commercial, and operational matters.
Draft and review loan agreements, security documentation, and contracts.
Support litigation and debt recovery processes.
Ensure compliance with banking laws and regulatory requirements.
Maintain legal registers and documentation trackers.
Support regulatory inspections and internal audits.

Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
Admission to the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ).
4 – 6 years post-qualification experience, preferably in banking or finance.
Experience in contract drafting, litigation support, and compliance.

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Description

Our client, a registered Non-Bank Financial Institution, is seeking a Head of Legal & Company Secretary to provide strategic legal leadership and ensure sound corporate governance. The role serves as the principal legal adviser to the Board and Executive Management, ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Banking and Financial Services Corporate Governance Directives.
Key Responsibilities

Advise the Board, Board Committees, and Executive Management on legal, regulatory, and governance matters.
Oversee corporate governance practices and act as Company Secretary.
Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, Banking and Financial Services Act, and Bank of Zambia Directives.
Manage litigation, disputes, and recovery-related legal matters.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal instruments.
Liaise with regulators and external legal counsel.
Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and controls.

Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
Admission to the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ).
Minimum of 8–10 years post-qualification experience, preferably within banking or financial services.
Strong experience in corporate governance and Board advisory roles.

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Job Description

 VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: SUPERINTENDENT – DRILL AND BLAST
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Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit highly motivated and committed employees for the position of Superintendent – Drill and Blast to join the versatile Mining Operations team. We are in search of an individual who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:

Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
Committing to Zero Harm
Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for providing technical support, leadership, coaching and supervision for the operation across all drill and blast activities.
Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Manage and control all drilling and blasting activities including contractors.
Understand drill and blast cost targets in conjunction with the daily, weekly and monthly mining plans that correspond with the yearly production target.
Develop continuous improvement strategies and communicate and apply accordingly.
Monitor the costs of explosives contractors and do comparisons with other explosive suppliers from time to time.
Work closely with peer Engineering and Technical Superintendents on mine planning, mine production, in pit geology, geotechnical and geothermal drilling issues to ensure optimum mine operational performance.
Foster cooperative relationships to maximise availability and reliability of drill rigs and minimise drill and blast costs.
Develop, implement and maintain safe work procedures and promote high safety and health awareness.
Ensure appropriate facilities, procedures and workforce competence to achieve legal compliance, incident prevention and the achievement of tasks in an environmentally sustainable manner.
Cascade plans and objectives through the team to ensure all activities are focused on agreed outcomes and reflected in short-term mine plans.
Review functional expenditure on a monthly basis and ensure all variances to budget are investigated and explained.
Identify specific areas for cost improvement and ensure the development and implementation of action plans to achieve these gains. 

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
A Degree in Mining Engineering.
Ten (10 years)  experience in the open pit mining industry of which at least 5 years must be in a senior supervisory role.
Experience in large multi pit operations utilising large scale mining equipment i.e.

 drill rigs and blasting experience essential.

Must have strong knowledge of fragmentation optimization and vibration control
High level understanding of all relevant legislation affecting the employment and safety of persons in the mining industry.
Exceptional relationship-building skills coupled with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of Barrick business partners.
Must be a Member of Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
Possession of a valid driver’s license is an added advantage.

What We Can Offer You:

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation.

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.
Barrick offers equal employment opportunities to qualified me

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Job Title:
Customer Operations Engineer
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Department:
Trading & Ops
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Application Closing Date: April 7, 2026
About GreenCo
GreenCo acts as an intermediary offtaker and service provider, purchasing power from renewable IPPs and selling that electricity to utilities and private sector offtakers (i.e. commercial and industrial users) and markets of the SAPP.  Through its activities, GreenCo will increase the supply of, and demand for, finance for energy projects, and mobilise private sector capital more quickly towards critical and transformative capacity addition.
GreenCo’s vision is to lead innovation and sustainably transform renewable energy markets. This will be achieved through:

Forward-looking approach to the deeper integration of power markets to unlock investment in renewable energy generation capacity.
Focusing on creating impact through innovative new solutions in the energy sector.
Fostering an agile start-up culture with a focus on individual responsibility and personal impact.

GreenCo offers an excellent, dynamic, and exciting work environment for the right candidate with significant potential for further personal development and career advancement.
The Role in Context

GreenCo is seeking a motivated Customer Operations Engineer to support operational engagement with electricity off‑takers and ZESCO. The role works closely with the Operations Officer and Trading team to ensure reliable power supply, smooth customer interfaces, accurate operational data, and effective coordination of grid‑related activities.
This role is well‑suited to a technically grounded professional who is hands‑on, communicative, customer‑focused, and keen to develop deeper exposure to power system operations, metering, and grid coordination within Zambia’s electricity sector.
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Key Duties:
1. Customer Interface & Operational Support

Support day‑to‑day engagement with electricity off‑takers and IPPs under guidance of senior team members.
Act as a first point of contact for routine customer operational queries, escalating complex issues where required.
Assist in coordinating responses to customer‑reported outages, interruptions, or metering queries.
Maintain clear and professional communication with customers regarding outages, planned works, and follow‑ups.

2. Grid Coordination & ZESCO Liaison

Support liaison with ZESCO field teams, control centres, and commercial offices.
Assist with coordination of planned outages, energisation activities, and fault follow‑ups.
Maintain records of ZESCO interactions, outage timelines, and operational correspondence.

3. Outage Management & Reliability Monitoring

Support on‑ground and desk‑based coordination during faults and planned outages.
Log outage events, response times, and restoration details accurately.
Escalate delays or recurring issues to senior team members.

4. Load Monitoring & Operational Data Support

Assist with monitoring customer load profiles and consumption trends.
Support alignment of customer forecasts with GreenCo’s trading and nomination processes.
Help compile operational data inputs for internal reporting and analysis.

5. Metering & Technical Support

Support coordination of customer metering installations, checks, and validations with ZESCO.
Assist in investigating metering discrepancies and data gaps.
Help maintain accurate records for settlements and billing support.

5. New Customer Onboarding Support

Assist with technical onboarding of new customer sites, including Power Quality assessment and power infrastructure audits.
Support energisation processes and operational handovers.

6. Reporting, Administration & Communication

Maintain organised logs of outages, customer communications, and grid events.
Prepare draft operational updates, customer summaries, and internal briefing notes.
Support preparation of operational reports, KPIs, and lessons‑learned documentation.

 
Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
1 – 3 years’ experience in power systems, utilities, industrial energy operations, or a related technical environment.
Basic familiarity with ZESCO transmission and distribution systems (e.g. substations, feeders, switching). Exposure to metering systems, substations, or grid operations is an advantage.
Willingness to travel and work flexibly in support of operational needs.

Skills and Competencies

Strong communication and customer‑facing skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly.
Good interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with utilities, customers, and internal teams.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate operational records.
Analytical mindset with interest in power system operations and energy markets.
Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast‑moving operational environment.
Willingness to learn and grow into increased responsibility over time.

Application Requirements:
Candidates must submit the following documents:

Updated CV
University results transcript
Cover letter addressing:

Why you are interested in joining Africa GreenCo.
What unique skills, experiences, and perspectives you can contribute to the organization.

All the above documents are required for the application to be considered.  
Time Commitment
This is a full-time role. While the standard working week is 40 hours, the ideal candidate must be willing to work flexible hours to achieve GreenCo’s business objectives.
Conflict of Interest
Potential conflicts of interest must be declared and discussed prior to this appointment.
Reporting Lines
This role directly reports to the Trading Manager/Operations Officer
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