Vacancy title:
Community Mobilization Officer - Southern province
[Type: CONTRACTOR, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Social Services & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
Afya Mzuri
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, May 6 2026
Duty Station:
Southern province | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
Afya Mzuri is a Zambian local non-governmental health organization founded in 2003, with the ambition to be recognized as Zambia’s leading local expert in behavior change, community empowerment, and knowledge management. Its mission is to contribute to the national health response by empowering people and communities to adopt healthy behaviors through innovative and participatory approaches.
Afya Mzuri invites suitably qualified, motivated, and experienced Zambian nationals to apply for the following positions:
Community Mobilization Officer (02)
- (1) Must be based in Southern province
- (1) Must be based in Copperbelt province
Contract Duration
All positions are for six (6) months (April – September 2026), subject to renewal based on availability of funds.
Job Purpose
To mobilize and engage communities in behaviour change and development interventions in line with Afya Mzuri programs.
Qualifications and Experience
Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Health, or related field.
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in community-based NGO work.
A diploma in Nursing or Clinical Officer qualification will be an added advantage, particularly for community health-related interventions.
Skills and Attributes
Community facilitation and mobilization skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Fluency in local languages
Patient, respectful, and culturally sensitive
Afya Mzuri is an equal opportunity employer. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will close once suitable candidates are identified.
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