Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, October 10 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
1.1 Job Purpose
The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and implementing chemicals and waste portfolio projects at ZEMA. This role involves ensuring successful project completion within budget, on time, and to high quality standards. The Project Manager will coordinate with stakeholders, manage project activities, and report progress to project sponsors.

1.2 Main Duties and Responsibilities (without Limitation)
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project success.
• Prepare and submit regular technical progress reports to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with project stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Address stakeholder concerns and resolve conflicts.
• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary project team.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities appropriately.
• Provide guidance and support to team members.
• Develop project work plans and manage the project budget and ensure efficient and
effective utilization of project funds.
• Monitor expenditures and track revenue.
• Prepare financial reports as required
• Oversee the technical aspects of the project to ensure quality deliverables.
• Provide guidance and support to technical experts.

1.3 Qualifications and Experience:
• Degree in project management, environmental science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the environmental or sustainability sector.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with government agencies and NGOs.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and policies in Zambia.

1.4 Additional Desired Skills:
• Experience in chemicals and waste management.
• Knowledge of Multilateral Environmental Agreements for which Zambia is a part (e.g.,
Basel, Rotterdam, Stockholm, Minamata).
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• Interested persons are requested to submit electronic or hard copies of their curriculum vitae with three readily contactable references, copies of relevant academic/professional certificates and an application letter stating their motivation, to the address below:
• THE DIRECTOR GENERAL
ZAMBIA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY
CORNER OF SUEZ & CHURCH ROADS
P. O. BOX 35131
LUSAKA
• The envelope or email containing above application documents to be clearly labelled with the job applied for.
• THE CLOSING DATE FOR ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS IS 22nd October, 2024
• ZEMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AS SUCH FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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