In line with our corporate priorities aimed at ensuring optimization of revenue collection and increased tax compliance on one hand and the need to effectively manage the numerous challenges and opportunities in the fast-changing business environment on the other, we are seeking highly motivated, result-oriented, well-qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacant positions:

7.0 PROJECT OFFICER, SALARY GRADE ZRA05 (1 POSITION), INNOVATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT FUNCTION

A. PURPOSE

Reporting directly to the Manager – Project Delivery, the job holder will be responsible for supporting the successful planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of projects within the ZRA project portfolio by providing comprehensive technical and management and administrative support. The role also ensures adherence to the ZRA project management methodology. Promotes accountability through consistent project management methodology.

B. MAIN DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Supporting project managers in the preparation of all project documents, ensuring alignment with the ZRA project management methodology standards, and templates.
• Providing technical support in the development and execution of monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Ensuring M&E frameworks and databases are updated regularly, enabling effective tracking of performance indicators.
• Collaborating with project teams to design and implement awareness strategies and communication campaigns that support change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinating and facilitating project-related training and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen team capacity and promote methodology compliance.
• Ensuring timely compilation and submission of project performance reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual progress updates.
• Establishing and maintaining linkages with project stakeholders and response groups to address cross-cutting issues and ensure integrated response planning.
• Developing and implementing systems for monitoring the allocation and use of project resources against planned activities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual exception reports on resource utilization.
• Providing timely administrative support to Project Implementation Committees and other project governance structures.
• Conducting periodic field visits to project sites to assess implementation progress, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support change management activities.
• Data Management

C. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade twelve (12) School Certificate or General Certificate of Education (GCE) equivalent with five credits or better including Mathematics and English;
• University Degree or equivalent from a recognised University;
• Minimum of three (3) years relevant post-qualifying work experience;
• Certification in Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation;
• Must be a member of relevant professional body; and
• Must possess Academic and Professional qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority.

D. OTHER SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills,
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines,
• High level of integrity, initiative, and attention to detail,
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software/tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar) will be an added advantage, Analytical Skills and Problem-solving skills.

• Supporting project managers in the preparation of all project documents, ensuring alignment with the ZRA project management methodology standards, and templates.
• Providing technical support in the development and execution of monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Ensuring M&E frameworks and databases are updated regularly, enabling effective tracking of performance indicators.
• Collaborating with project teams to design and implement awareness strategies and communication campaigns that support change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinating and facilitating project-related training and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen team capacity and promote methodology compliance.
• Ensuring timely compilation and submission of project performance reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual progress updates.
• Establishing and maintaining linkages with project stakeholders and response groups to address cross-cutting issues and ensure integrated response planning.
• Developing and implementing systems for monitoring the allocation and use of project resources against planned activities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual exception reports on resource utilization.
• Providing timely administrative support to Project Implementation Committees and other project governance structures.
• Conducting periodic field visits to project sites to assess implementation progress, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support change management activities.
• Data Management

• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills,
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines,
• High level of integrity, initiative, and attention to detail,
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software/tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar) will be an added advantage, Analytical Skills and Problem-solving skills.

• Grade twelve (12) School Certificate or General Certificate of Education (GCE) equivalent with five credits or better including Mathematics and English;
• University Degree or equivalent from a recognised University;
• Certification in Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation;
• Must be a member of relevant professional body; and
• Must possess Academic and Professional qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority.