EMBASSY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY

Lusaka

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

POSITION: DESK OFFICER – DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION

Type: Full-time

Contract: 1 year starting 1st November 2026, with option to be extended to permanent contract

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Lusaka

Contract basis: Zambian Labour Law

MAIN DUTIES:

• Monitoring of specific projects including on-site inspections as well as administering funds for Humanitarian Aid
• Representing the German Embassy on issues of climate change / environment / green economy in close cooperation with GIZ, BGR and KfW under guidance of the cooperation team at the Embassy
• Liaising with German NGOs e.g. voluntary service “Weltwärts”, Senior Expert Services/SES and their Zambian partners
• Assisting with preparation of visits from German government officials and Members of the German Parliament, including program planning with German implementing organizations and cooperation partners

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, International Relations, Political Science, International/Development Cooperation, Social Science, Law or Cultural Sciences
• Minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience in international cooperation in international organizations, NGOs or embassies
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
• Proficient in PC applications and online conference tools: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Webex, MS-Teams
• Excellent knowledge of Zambia and its administrative system
• Good manners, very good communication skills, intercultural competence
• Reliable, discreet, able to work independently and have a high team spirit
• [Knowledge of German language and/or its cooperation system would be an asset]

OTHER DETAILS:

• Remuneration: Paid according to the Embassy’s current salary grid
• Non-Zambians: Must provide proof of Zambian permanent residence and work permit
• Requirements: Successful candidates must undergo health examination and security check

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

1. Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Copies of letters of reference from previous employers
4. Copies of Grade 12 certificate, professional qualifications and Bachelor’s and Master’s degree
5. Copy of National Registration Card or passport with residence permit/work permit

HOW TO APPLY

Send your application as a soft copy only with all documents in one PDF file, not exceeding 5MB to:

Email: Vw-S@lusa.diplo.de

Note: Only candidates who fulfill the criteria will be invited for an interview. Applications will not be returned. Data will be treated per EU GDPR Article 13.