{"id":7469,"date":"2026-02-23T10:00:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T10:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/training-programme-coordinator-at-jica-zambia\/"},"modified":"2026-02-28T00:14:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T00:14:11","slug":"training-programme-coordinator-at-jica-zambia","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=7469","title":{"rendered":"Training Programme Coordinator at JICA Zambia"},"content":{"rendered":"

TITLE: TRAINING PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
\nOrganization: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
\nLocation: JICA Zambia Office, Lusaka
\n1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0About JICA
\nThe Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is the implementing agency of the Japanese Official Development Assistance, dedicated to supporting Zambia\u2019s nation-building efforts for over 50 years. With a steadfast belief that human development is synonymous with national development, JICA collaborates closely with the Government of the Republic of Zambia to tackle development challenges across various sectors, including agriculture, private sector development, infrastructure, energy, water, health, and education. JICA\u2019s assistance primarily involves technical cooperation, which encompasses the dispatch of Japanese technical experts and the provision of training programs in Japan. Additionally, JICA employs other modalities such as financial assistance, the deployment of Japanese volunteers known as the Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCV), and collaboration with Japanese civil societies. Over the past 55 years, JICA has dispatched more than 1,600 technical experts and volunteers to Zambia and has facilitated training for over 5,000 government officials and graduate students in Japan. Former training participants have established an alumni organization called ZAJIFA, which serves as a valuable asset in Zambia-Japan bilateral cooperation.
\n2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Position Overview
\nJICA Zambia Office is seeking to recruit a dynamic and dedicated Training Programme Coordinator, who will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring of the JICA Training Programme. The coordinator will work closely with Programme teams and the Department of Human Resource Development (DHRD) to ensure that all JICA Training Programme activities meet the Government of the Republic of Zambia and JICA Training requirements.
\nKey Responsibilities
\no\u00a0\u00a0Coordinating Knowledge Co-Creation Programme, Country Focused Training and Third Country Training Programme in Japan, in a third Country or remotely.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Communicating with key stakeholders including Department of Human Resource Development (DHRD) and Sector teams to ensure smooth implementation of Training Programme.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Coordinating with International Placement Centers in Japan or third country\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0and make follow ups with the Department of Human Resource Development in Zambia on travel permits and other documentations.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Submission of application documents on the Knowledge Co-Creation Programme System and ensure completeness and compliance is adhered to.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Developing orientation materials, manuals and presentations for reference.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Facilitating orientations and successful sendoff of participants for both Long- & Short-term Trainees to Japan or third country and ensure that they have valid travel documents.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Maintaining up-to-date training database and track attendance, completion, feedback, impact and lessons learned.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Conduct post-training evaluations and compile findings to improve future sessions.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Facilitating smooth communication between Programme teams and Government of Zambia Representatives to ensure consistent delivery of training activities.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Ensure compliance with procurement and financial procedures.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Monitoring training budgets and provide updates to the Programme Manager.
\no\u00a0\u00a0Logistical and procurement coordination for the Training Programme
\no\u00a0\u00a0Provide strategic support to the ZAJIFA alumni organization, coordinating its activities and ensuring responsible management of the budget for alumni initiatives.
\nQualifications and Skills\/Competency\u00a0
\n(1)\u00a0Bachelor\u2019s degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, International Relations or related disciplines.
\n(2)\u00a0Proven experience in coordinating a similar Training Programme, preferably within the development sector, of no less than 2 years will be an added advantage.
\n(3)\u00a0Strong analytical skills and organizing capability.
\n(4)\u00a0Good computer skills including a solid command of MS word, excel, power point and e-mail \/ internet.
\n(5)\u00a0Ability to work in a team, strong work ethics, punctuality and ready to work in a multicultural environment.
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