Job Reference Number:\u00a0ZCCM-107
\nDepartment:\u00a0Technical
\nBusiness Unit:
\nIndustry:\u00a0Engineering
\nJob Type:\u00a0Contract
\nPositions Available:\u00a01
\nSalary:\u00a0Market Related
\nThe Project Manager will be in charge of overseeing all Solar projects on behalf of the Organization
\nJob Description
\nJOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n
The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution support, and monitoring of strategic projects and initiatives undertaken by ZCCM-IH across its investment portfolio. The role ensures that shareholder-sponsored projects and capital programmes are delivered in line with approved investment cases, governance frameworks, budgets, timelines, and value-for-money objectives.
\nThe position acts as a critical interface between ZCCM-IH management, subsidiary boards and management teams, Government stakeholders, and external partners.
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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (KRAs):4.1 Project Planning and Oversight<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers for assigned ZCCM-IH projects.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support project initiation, feasibility, and investment appraisal processes.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Track project milestones and deliverables against approved business cases.4.2 Portfolio and Subsidiary Project Support<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Provide project management oversight to subsidiaries and special purpose vehicles in which ZCCM-IH has an interest.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Monitor execution of capital projects and strategic initiatives across the portfolio.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support turnaround, expansion, and greenfield project initiatives.4.3 Financial Monitoring and Value Protection<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.4.4 Financial Monitoring and Value Protection<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.4.5 Governance, Reporting, and Stakeholder Engagement<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Prepare regular project status reports for ExCo, the Board, and Shareholder representatives.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support preparation of Board papers, Cabinet notes, and investment committee submissions.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Coordinate with line Ministries, regulators, financiers, and development partners as required.4.6 Risk, Compliance, and ESG<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Identify and manage project risks (technical, financial, regulatory, ESG, and reputational).<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure projects comply with applicable laws, policies, environmental approvals, and ESG standards.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support implementation and monitoring of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) where applicable.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Liaises with regulatory bodies such as ZEMA, RPA and MSD.5. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Approved project plans and schedules<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Regular progress, financial, and risk reports<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contract and procurement performance summaries<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Timely escalation of risks and issues<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Successful delivery of projects aligned to shareholder objectives<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Delivery of projects within approved timelines and budgets<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Quality and timeliness of reporting<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Effectiveness of risk management and issue resolution<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stakeholder satisfaction and governance compliance<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 JOB DIMENSIONS:Financial Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Identify areas of cost improvements by providing identified initiatives\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WORKING CONDITIONS :Working EnvironmentJob holder exposed to field working environment and with travel to project sites and subsidiary operations as required, including remote locations)
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\nSometimes working in remote locations with limited evacuation communication and logistics in case of an emergency<\/p>\n
Job Requirements
\nQUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
\nMinimum level of academic qualifications required to perform effectively in the role
\nGCE or equivalent with credits or better in five subjects including English and Mathematics
\nBachelor\u2019s degree in engineering or related discipline.
\nProfessional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an advantage.
\nMinimum number of months or years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Minimum 10 years\u2019 experience in project management, preferably in energy, mining, infrastructure, or industrial projects.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience working with SOEs, holding companies, or investment institutions is highly desirable.Demonstrated experience managing multi-stakeholder projects\u00a0
\nMinimum level of professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role
\nMember of a relevant professional body
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\nSkills and competencies
\nTechnical<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strong project planning and scheduling capability (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Understanding of capital project governance and investment oversight.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Financial literacy and budget management skills.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strong analytical, reporting, presentation and communication skills.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 High standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Deep knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations<\/p>\n
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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Emergency preparedness and response planning<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proven project management and regulator liaison experience<\/p>\n
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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sound judgement and problem-solving capability<\/p>\n
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