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Job Description

Job Purpose:
The Communication and Entrepreneurial Skills Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality training for students, trainees, or business professionals to enhance their communication capabilities and foster entrepreneurial thinking. The role is pivotal in equipping learners with practical skills for the workplace, business development, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Training Delivery:

• Deliver engaging lessons on verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, public speaking, business etiquette, negotiation, and active listening.
• Facilitate modules on entrepreneurial thinking, opportunity recognition, business planning, innovation, and financial literacy.
• Use a variety of instructional methods such as group discussions, role-playing, case studies, and presentations to foster engagement.

Curriculum Development:

• Design or adapt training content and lesson plans that align with national or organisational curriculum standards.
• Incorporate real-world case studies and examples relevant to the Zambian and regional business environment.

Assessment & Evaluation:

• Evaluate participant progress using tests, group work, and practical projects.
• Provide regular feedback and mentorship to trainees.
• Track and report training outcomes to the Training Coordinator or academic board.

Administrative Tasks:

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and feedback.
• Support the planning and coordination of workshops, competitions, or community projects.
• Participate in training reviews, curriculum updates, and internal audits.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Business, Entrepreneurship, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a trainer, lecturer, or facilitator in a related field (2+ years preferred).
• Strong command of English and at least one Zambian local language for effective instruction.

Desirable:

• Professional certification in teaching, public speaking, or entrepreneurship.
• Experience working with youth development programs, NGOs, colleges, or vocational institutions.
• Knowledge of Zambia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem (e.g., SMEs, startups, cooperatives).

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and motivational abilities.
• Ability to create a learner-centred environment.
• Creativity and innovation in content delivery.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to diverse learners.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter and relevant qualifications to [email protected] with the subject line: “Communication & Entrepreneurship Trainer Application”.