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Job Description

The Government of the Republic Zambia (GRZ) through the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE) is implementing the Eastern Province Jurisdictional Sustainable Landscape Programme (EP-JSLP), which is a follow-on to the Zambia Integrated Forest Landscape Project (ZIFLP). The EP-JSLP will be implemented for 7 years from June 2024 to June 2030 through a Project Implementation Unit (PIU) located in Chipata, Eastem Province. The EP-JSLP seeks to generate payments for measured, reported and verified Emission Reductions (ERS) from reduced deforestation, forest degradation, enhancement of forest carbon stocks (REDD+), agriculture, and other land use (AFOLU) sectors, and distribute the payments according to an agreed Benefit Sharing Plan. The EP-JSLP has 3 components namely: (1) Emission Reductions payments distributed in accordance with agreed Benefit Sharing Plan: (2) Strengthening communities and governance for sustainable land management; and (3) Project Management.

The Ministry seeks to recruit qualified and experienced persons on three (3) years renewable employment contract to fill the following positions:

JOB TITLE: DISTRICT PROJECT OFFICER – 8 VACANCIES (Location: Chipata, Lundazi. Petauke, Nyimba, Mambwe, Katete, Lumezi and Chadiza)

JOB PURPOSE:

The District Project Officer (GHG) will be responsible for overall coordination of the implementation of the EP-JSLP at District Level in collaboration with the District Multi-sectoral Teams (DMTs) in line with the approved Annual Work plans and budgets. The officers will also be responsible for ensuring the effective undertaking of the MRV activities and implementation of the Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA), Sustainable Forest Management and Energy efficiency activities of the EP-JSLP at District and Community levels that contribute to the generation of GHG accounting reports. The District Project Officer will be reporting to the MRV Technical Officer

RESPONSIBILITIES

a) Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all EP-JSLP activities in the district. b) Coordinate district stakeholder data collection and sharing platform at district level to feed into the jurisdiction data platform.
c) Establish and maintain effective relationships with project stakeholders, who are key in data collection and provision including government agencies, partner organizations, Traditional Leaders, community leaders and Private Sector
d) Provide technical guidance and support to project stakeholders and partners on GHG accounting requirements in Climate Smart Agriculture, Sustainable Forest Management, efficient and wood saving cook stoves, livestock and sustainable natural resource management, and other relevant areas.
e) In coordination with the PIU, Nested project carbon accounting teams and relevant sector MRV Focal Point(s), support GHG data collection and planning in line with project and program objectives and MRV Framework, data collection cycle and other relevant guidelines.
f) Support GHG data collection at district level and at landscape level.
g) Engage in research activities, data collection analysis and updating of the drivers of deforestation studies.
h) Maintain all data collected and related processes, ensuring full compliance with ER Program, Government, and World Bank data protection policy and Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs).
i) Implement GHG Baseline monitoring in collaboration with the M&E officer in PIU to track project progress, track program beneficiaries, and measure impact.
1) Facilitate the documentation and dissemination of GHG and project successes, case studies, and best practices to contribute to organizational learning and promote accountability and transparency.
k) Ensure that environmental and social safeguards are implemented and adhered to on the programme in line with the Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and Environmental Management Act under the World Bank and Government of Zambia respectively.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

a) Degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Wildlife, Development Studies, Environmental Science, Planning, Economics, Project management or a related field: and
b) A Master’s Degree in Project Management or a related field will be an added advantage.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

a) A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in District Planning, project management, preferably in the fields of Environmental, Agriculture, Forestry, GIS, food security, or rural development;
b) Proven experience in working with international NGOs, donors, government agencies, and community- based organizations;

COMPETENCIES

a) Prior training in GHG Accounting software such as EX-Ante Carbon balance Tool (EX-ACT) and Nationally Determined Contribution Expert Tool (NEXT) developed by the FAO or similar software is strongly recommended:
b) Strong understanding of gender issues and demonstrated experience in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in development projects,
c) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders;
d) Solid knowledge of monitoring and evaluation principles and experience in developing and implementing M&E frameworks and tools;
e) Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines;
f) Proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages spoken in Zambia is an asset and
g) Possession of a valid driver’s license with be an added advantage.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Sealed application letters with current curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of academic/professional qualifications must be submitted to the address below.

The deadline for submission is Monday,2nd September,2024 at 17:00 hours.

The Permanent Secretary
Attn: The Director-Human Resource and Administration
Ministry of Green Economy and Environment
Corner of John Mbita and Nationalist
Ridgeway, Lusaka
P.O Box 30147
LUSAKA

The outer envelope must be clearly marked “Call for Applications on the Eastern Province Jurisdictional Sustainable Landscape Programme) and clearly indicate the position applied for
Alternatively send your application with the current curriculum vitae (CV), copies of academic/professional qualifications and other relevant documents by email to:

[email protected] or [email protected]

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted