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JOBS ADVERT – MULTIPLE POSITIONS

THE ORGANIZATION

The Lusaka Integrated Solid Waste Management Company (LISWMC) was established following the enactment of the Solid Waste Regulation and Management Act No. 20 of 2018 as an autonomous Solid Waste Management Utility in order to provide effective solid waste management services in the City of Lusaka and has taken over solid waste management functions from the Lusaka City Council.

The Company is responsible for the following functions:

Facilitate and provide solid waste services in order to ensure a clean,safe and healthy environment;
Manage solid waste infrastructure in order to ensure sound treatment and disposal;
Enforce solid waste standards in order to ensure compliance and enhance provision of quality services;
Facilitate private sector participation in the development and provision of solid waste management in order to ensure accessible, sufficient and affordable services;
Manage corporate affairs and consumer services in order to enhance smooth operations of the institution;
Manage financial and other resources in order to ensure their prudent utilisation and accountability;and
Manage the provision of independent assurance on the institution’s risk management and governance in order to ensure the effectiveness of internal control systems.
In its quest to inspire mindset change towards solid waste management and provide the above listed services, LISWMC is looking for suitably qualified,creative and self-driven individuals to join the Company on the under listed positions to be based in Lusaka City;

1. JOB TITLE: Chief Executive Officer- Fixed Term Contract (01Position)

JOB PURPOSE

To oversee the effective setting of the overall strategy and vision of the Company and ensuring that the organization meets its objectives of the effective and efficient provision of solid waste management services in order to ensure a clean, safe and healthy environment in furtheranceof the mandate specified in the Solid Waste Regulation Management Act and Board of Directors directives.

REPORTS TO: BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Main Duties and Accountabilities (Without Limitation)

Oversee effectively the provision of solid waste services in order to facilitate the collection, transportation and disposal of waste.

effectively the provision of commercial and consumer services in order to facilitate proposal of competitive tariffs and establishment of a billing system for management of solid waste services.

Oversee effectively the formulation and implementation of community based solid waste programmes in order to promote participation and behavioral change towards solid waste management.

Determine effectively the management of business enterprises for the Institution in order to generate income and sustain operations.

Ensure effectively the provision of legal services in order to safeguard the interest of the Institution.

Superintend effectively over the provision of Secretariat Services to the Board in order to facilitate the conduct of business.

Oversee effectively the provision of ICT Services in order to facilitate communication and management of information.

Monitor effectively the identification and management of risks in order to implement appropriate mitigation measures.

Oversee effectively the conduct of research on topical and emerging issues in order to generate information for informed decision making.

Oversee effectively the monitoring and evaluation of Institutional programmes in order to facilitate the development of appropriate interventions.

Oversee effectively the utilization of human, financial and other resources in order to facilitate attainment of Institutional objectives.

Full Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent.

A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences or Social/Business Sciences.

Possession of Master’s Degree (MBA, MSc, MA etc.) or postgraduate qualification in Environmental or General Management or Development Studies or Public Policy &Regulation will be an added advantage.

Ten 10 years work experience of which 5 should be at senior management level in a reputable organization.

Other Skills/Attributes

Excellent knowledge at a high level of the modern waste management strategies.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good understanding of the business, Government and corporate processes.

Ability to keep up with the legislative and policy changes in the sector.

Demonstrated ability to galvanize the entire Company to achieve positive results.

Good Interpersonal skills

Able to write comprehensive technical and analytical reports

Integrity

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

The successful candidates shall be offered a Fixed Term Contract or permanent and pensionable position (depending on the position) with an attractive salary and benefits package corresponding with the provision of the Conditions of Service of LISWMC.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

· All applicants must be Zambian Nationals with a Green National Registration Card.

Applicants are advised to apply for one position only and failure to abide will invalidate the applications.

·Applicants must belong to relevant Professional Bodies.

· All applications must be deposited to the Post Office as Registered Mail indicating clearly on the envelope the position applied for.

· All application letters should be sent through EMS Courier at the nearest post Office addressed to the Board Chairperson and sent to the address below;

Eligible interested candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply by sending an application, current curriculum vitae with three (3) traceable referees and copies of professional &academic certificates to the undersigned on or before 8th June, 2024 .

The Board Chairperson

Lusaka Integrated Solid Waste Management Company

Plot No. 2020, Church Road

Former Ministry of Local Government Building

LUSAKA

LISWMC is an equal opportunity employer. No discrimination based on race,tribe, sex, gender, physical challenges or age is condoned during the recruitment process.

NOTE: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.