{"id":5802,"date":"2025-10-15T14:00:19","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T14:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/internship-opportunity-program-assistant-at-panthera-zambia\/"},"modified":"2025-10-28T00:14:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T00:14:24","slug":"internship-opportunity-program-assistant-at-panthera-zambia","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=5802","title":{"rendered":"Internship Opportunity: Program Assistant at Panthera Zambia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Internship Opportunity: Program Assistant<br \/>\nOrganization:\u00a0Panthera Zambia<br \/>\nLocation:\u00a0Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE) and other areas as assigned<br \/>\nDuration:\u00a03-6 months<br \/>\nStipend:\u00a0A modest monthly stipend will be provided. All official field costs will be covered by Panthera.<br \/>\nAbout Panthera<br \/>\nPanthera is a global non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to conserving wild cats and their habitats. In Zambia, Panthera is committed to safeguarding wild cats and promoting community-driven conservation in key ecosystems across the GKE landscape.<br \/>\nPosition Overview<br \/>\nPanthera Zambia invites applications for a\u00a0Program Assistant Internship. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in rural environmental education, human-wildlife conflict (HWC) mitigation, and community livelihood improvement initiatives linked to wildlife conservation.<br \/>\nThe intern will report to the\u00a0Community Conservation Coordinator\u00a0and work closely with Panthera teams and partners.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\n\u00b7 Support stakeholder engagement with traditional leaders, community members, the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW), and partner organizations.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Liaise with Panthera program managers to align and coordinate activities across the landscape.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Assist in delivering environmental education, HWC mitigation, and livelihood projects in GMAs and wildlife corridors.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Help coordinate and document environmental education meetings and workshops.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Ensure proper stewardship, care, and maintenance of project equipment, including vehicles and field tools.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Prepare and submit financial information, activity reports, and grant documentation as required.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Draft technical and communication reports for project activities.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Submit a monthly operating report by the 5th of each month.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures and health and safety guidelines.<br \/>\nBuy vitamins and supplements<br \/>\nQualifications and Requirements<br \/>\n\u00b7 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Education, Conservation Ecology, Wildlife Management, or a closely related Natural Resource Management field.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Strong interest in natural resource\/wildlife conservation.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Minimum one year of relevant work or volunteer experience.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Self-motivated, results-oriented, emotionally intelligent, and of high integrity.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Willingness to conduct extensive fieldwork in remote\/rural areas under challenging conditions (including camping in the bush).<br \/>\n\u00b7 Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Experience with financial reporting and\/or community engagement will be an advantage.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Good computer literacy (Microsoft Office; GIS software\/Google Earth is an advantage).<br \/>\n\u00b7 Experience in non-profit organizations will be an added advantage.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Proficiency in SMART data collection software is desirable.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Solid 4\u00d74 driving experience and a\u00a0valid manual driver\u2019s license\u00a0are required.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Proficiency in one or more local languages (Tonga, Toka Leya, or Lozi) is essential.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Must be able to build strong working relationships with diverse partners, including community members, traditional leaders, NGOs, DNPW, and other government agencies.<br \/>\nApplication Process<br \/>\nInterested candidates should submit:<br \/>\n1. A cover letter addressed to the\u00a0Community Conservation Coordinator\/ Human Resources Manager<br \/>\n2. A current CV.<br \/>\n3. Copies of academic qualifications.<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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