{"id":5708,"date":"2025-10-09T12:00:15","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T12:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/project-manager-at-kolping-society-of-zambia\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T15:04:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T15:04:00","slug":"project-manager-at-kolping-society-of-zambia","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=5708","title":{"rendered":"Project Manager at Kolping Society of Zambia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>About Kolping Society of Zambia<br \/>\nKolping Society of Zambia (KSZ) is a faith-based, non-governmental organization committed to empowering communities through livelihood initiatives, vocational training, micro enterprise development, and social empowerment programmes. As part of the global Kolping International network, KSZ promotes the principle of \u201chelp for self-help\u201d, working to improve the quality of life for vulnerable households across Zambia. KSZ\u2019s Head Office is located in Kasama, Northern Province, with programmes implemented in Mansa, Mpika and Kasama Dioceses.<br \/>\nPosition Summary<br \/>\nThe Project Manager (PM) will serve as the Manager of KSZ, providing visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight to ensure the effective delivery of KSZ\u2019s mission. The Project Manager will be responsible for programmes, finance, human resources, partnerships, and compliance with statutory and donor requirements.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\nProvide overall leadership and strategic guidance to KSZ in line with the vision, mission, and strategic plan approved by the Board of Directors and Kolping International.<br \/>\nLead programme development and implementation, ensuring high-quality livelihood and community development interventions.<br \/>\nFoster partnerships and collaboration with government agencies, donors, faith-based organizations, private sector, and other civil society actors.<br \/>\nEnsure strong financial management, accountability, and compliance with internal policies, Zambian laws, and donor regulations.<br \/>\nOversee the management, development, and performance of staff, promoting a positive and productive work environment.<br \/>\nReport to the Board of Directors on progress, challenges, and opportunities.<br \/>\nQualifications &amp; Experience<br \/>\nA degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Project Management, Finance, or a related field.<br \/>\nA Master\u2019s degree will be an added advantage<br \/>\nAt least 4 \u20136 years of progressive leadership experience in an NGO, faith-based, or development organization, with 3 years at senior management level.<br \/>\nDemonstrated experience in livelihood programming, resource mobilization, project cycle management, and donor reporting.<br \/>\nProven skills in strategic planning, financial oversight, and staff management.<br \/>\nStrong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.<br \/>\nKnowledge of Zambian labour laws, and donor compliance standards.<br \/>\nExperience working with faith-based organizations or community-driven programmes is an added advantage.<br \/>\nBeing Catholic will be an added advantage<br \/>\nKey Competencies<br \/>\n\u00b7 Visionary leadership and results-oriented management.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Integrity, transparency, and commitment to community empowerment.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve organizational goals.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.<br \/>\nTerms of Employment<br \/>\nThis is a full-time contract position based at the Headquarters in Kasama, Northern Province, with regular travel to programme sites within Zambia. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience in line with KSZ\u2019s salary structure.<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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