Communications & Fundraising Officer

Play it Forward Zambia (PFZ) is seeking a creative, proactive and enthusiastic individual to join its team in Livingstone, Zambia.

The Communications & Fundraising Officer will play a key role in bringing PFZ's work to life through compelling stories, photography, video and digital communications, while supporting fundraising campaigns, donor engagement and partnerships.

The organisation is looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, finding great stories and creating engaging content that inspires people to support its work.

Background

Play it Forward Zambia is a non-profit organisation and football club that uses sport as a platform to create opportunities for young people. The organisation works closely with its UK-registered charity, Play it Forward.

Its mission is to empower young Zambians to develop sustainable livelihoods through quality education, health and football programmes. Play it Forward works with over 1,500 young people each year through initiatives including education, health and wellbeing, digital skills, mentoring, employment support and football.

Its support on and off the pitch helps young people develop the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to succeed in school, the workforce and in life.

Zambia NGO Registration No.: 120170010072

Job Details

• Location: Play it Forward Office, Livingstone, Zambia
• Type: Full-time
• Contract: 1-year rolling contract, subject to a 3-month probation
• Salary: Competitive
• Reports To: Head of Programmes

To be successful in this role, you will be a creative and confident communicator with a passion for storytelling. You will regularly visit programmes and football activities to capture stories, photographs and videos and will work closely with PFZ's Football Media Officer to coordinate content.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Great writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Creative photography and videography skills.
• Experience creating content for social media.
• Proficient in Canva or similar design software, or willing to learn.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to use your own initiative.
• Good computer and digital skills.
• Confident working with young people, staff, supporters and partners.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Communications

Key Deliverable: Effectively communicate our story and engage our supporters.

• Develop and deliver an engaging social media content calendar.
• Regularly visit programmes and football activities to capture stories, photographs and videos.
• Create content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
• Write and edit newsletters, website stories and supporter communications.
• Work closely with PFZ's Football Media Officer to coordinate content and share stories and creative assets.
• Maintain a library of photographs, videos, testimonials and case studies.
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across communications.
• Support PR and media opportunities to increase awareness of the organisation's work.
• Ensure safeguarding and appropriate consent procedures are followed when creating content.

2. Fundraising

Key Deliverable: Support fundraising activities that generate income for our work.

• Support the development and delivery of fundraising campaigns and appeals.
• Create engaging fundraising content, stories and campaign updates.
• Support donor communications and demonstrate the impact of their support.
• Help collect stories, photographs and information for funding applications and reports.
• Identify local fundraising, corporate and partnership opportunities.
• Develop creative ideas for fundraising and raising PFZ's profile.
• Support the organisation of fundraising events and supporter activities.

3. Events Management

Key Deliverable: Support events that engage supporters, raise awareness and generate income.

• Support the planning and delivery of fundraising and community events.
• Coordinate event communications and promotion.
• Capture photographs, videos and stories from events.
• Support volunteers, partners and suppliers where required.
• Maintain a communications and events calendar.

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience to strengthen the team.

Please submit your CV, cover letter and a personal video, presentation or examples of previous social media/content work (maximum 3 minutes where applicable) to:

Email: workwithus@play-itforward.org

Application Deadline: 5 October 2026

Due to the high number of applications received, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

To learn more about the organisation's work, visit play-it-forward.org.

Safeguarding and Equality

Play it Forward is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups) who are in its care or attending its premises.

Applicants must be willing to undergo background checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers.

The employee must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description, and by promoting positive working relations amongst employees and beneficiaries.

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