Background

The Alliance for Children Everywhere Zambia (ACEZ) is seeking a dependable, respectful, and proactive individual to join its Administration Unit as an Outdoor Work Support. With over 25 years in Zambia, ACEZ is committed to protecting and supporting vulnerable children, families, and communities through education, family strengthening, mental health support and care reform initiatives. As a Christian-cultured organization, we value integrity, compassion, diligence, and service in all our work.

Job Summary

This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that the ACE Zambia HQ premises remain safe, orderly, and welcoming. The Outdoor Work Support will support gate control, external grounds maintenance, and the movement of supplies essential to day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically fit, disciplined, and able to work with minimal supervision while upholding ACEZ’s safeguarding standards and values.

Job Purpose

To ensure safe and professional control of the ACE Zambia HQ premises, maintain the external premises and facilities of ACE Zambia Headquarters, support stores movement and deliveries, and help maintain an orderly, clean, and secure grounds environment.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum level of academic qualifications required to perform effectively in the role

• Grade 12 Certificate

• At least one (1) year of relevant working experience

• Experience in outdoor work, security assistance, stores support, or grounds maintenance is an added advantage

Attributes and Skills

• Self-discipline, patience, and alertness

• Physically fit and able to lift or move moderate loads

• Honest, reliable, and punctual

• Basic record-keeping skills (visitor registers, gate logs)

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

• Commitment to ACE Zambia’s values and safeguarding practices

• Serve as the primary gate attendant: welcome visitors, verify identity, record entries and exits, and maintain the gate logbook.
• Control vehicle access; guide drivers to designated parking areas and assist with safe loading and off-loading.
• Support stores movement by assisting in lifting, carrying, and transferring supplies or equipment between vehicles, stores, and offices.
• Maintain external grounds, including sweeping, picking litter, clearing walkways, and performing simple gardening tasks.
• Ensure drains and outdoor pathways remain clear where practical.
• Monitor and immediately report any security incidents, hazards, or damage to buildings and grounds.
• Assist with basic maintenance tasks such as setting up furniture for meetings/events and carrying out minor repairs where capable.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and welcoming gate area and surrounding external spaces.
• Coordinate with the night security service during handovers and ensure accurate communication.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Administrative Officer.

• Self-discipline, patience, and alertness
• Physically fit and able to lift or move moderate loads
• Honest, reliable, and punctual
• Basic record-keeping skills (visitor registers, gate logs)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
• Commitment to ACE Zambia’s values and safeguarding practices

• Grade 12 Certificate
• At least one (1) year of relevant working experience
• Experience in outdoor work, security assistance, stores support, or grounds maintenance is an added advantage