SHORT TERM – EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Pensions and Insurance Authority (“the Authority”) is a statutory body established under Section 4(1) of the Pension Scheme Regulation Act, Chapter 255 of the Laws of Zambia and the Insurance Act No. 38 of 2021 to regulate and supervise the pensions and insurance industries.

The Authority invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and motivated professionals to oversee the rehabilitation of the new Pensions and Insurance Authority office building. These short-term engagements will run for a period of eight (8) months.

The two (2) positions available are as follows:

1. ARCHITECT – ONE (1) POSITION

The Architect will work closely with the Project Manager to provide technical leadership and oversight of the rehabilitation project from start to completion. The Architect will serve as the primary technical advisor to Management on the rehabilitation and space planning of the Authority’s new office building, ensuring optimal use of space and transforming it into a modern, functional facility.

The role may also include oversight of other related projects. In collaboration with the Contract Manager, the Architect will undertake the following assignments:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess existing structures and review architectural designs, drawings, and developed
• Ensure compliance with applicable building regulations, standards, and codes.
• Provide technical support during procurement processes.
• Offer design guidance throughout the construction phase and during the furnishing and resourcing of the office.
• Review and evaluate contractor submissions for compliance and quality.
• Support the final inspection and handover of the rehabilitated facility.
• Manage rehabilitation works, including the development and review of plans, designs, drawings, and presentations related to rehabilitation and space demarcation.
• Assist Management in the overall supervision and coordination of the project.
• Provide expert advice on the efficient implementation of works while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections, engage stakeholders, and provide day-to-day technical guidance.
• Advise on aesthetic design elements, including office layout, furniture, and fittings.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress reports and a comprehensive final project report.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Full Grade 12 certificate or equivalent with credit or better in Mathematics and
• Bachelor Degree in Architecture
• At least 3 years’ or more (added advantage) relevant experience at a similar level
• Valid practicing licence issued by the Zambia Institute of Architects

• Assess existing structures and review architectural designs, drawings, and developed
• Ensure compliance with applicable building regulations, standards, and codes.
• Provide technical support during procurement processes.
• Offer design guidance throughout the construction phase and during the furnishing and resourcing of the office.
• Review and evaluate contractor submissions for compliance and quality.
• Support the final inspection and handover of the rehabilitated facility.
• Manage rehabilitation works, including the development and review of plans, designs, drawings, and presentations related to rehabilitation and space demarcation.
• Assist Management in the overall supervision and coordination of the project.
• Provide expert advice on the efficient implementation of works while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections, engage stakeholders, and provide day-to-day technical guidance.
• Advise on aesthetic design elements, including office layout, furniture, and fittings.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress reports and a comprehensive final project report.

• Architectural design
• Project management
• Technical leadership
• Space planning
• Building regulations compliance
• Procurement support
• Construction phase guidance
• Contractor evaluation
• Site inspection
• Stakeholder engagement
• Aesthetic design
• Report writing

• Full Grade 12 certificate or equivalent with credit or better in Mathematics
• Bachelor Degree in Architecture
• Valid practicing licence issued by the Zambia Institute of Architects