Partnerships Building and Resource Mobilization Manager x1 and Project Officer -Maternal and Child Health x1 – THE HUNGER PROJECT ZAMBIA

Job Description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

ABOUT THE HUNGER PROJECT ZAMBIA

The Hunger Project (THP) is a global non-profit organization whose mission is to end hunger and poverty by pioneering sustainable, grassroots, women-centered strategies and advocating for their widespread adoption in countries throughout the world. We operate in 22 countries with 330 staff and have mobilized hundreds of thousands of volunteer leaders worldwide. Our programs throughout Africa, South Asia, and Latin America are based on an innovative, holistic approach, which empowers women and men living in rural villages to become the agents of their own development and make sustainable progress in overcoming hunger and poverty.

The Hunger Project Zambia would like to recruit 2 positions in different categories.

1. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING AND RESOURCE MOBILISATION MANAGER

I. Place in the Organization

• The PBRMO will be based in Lusaka and directly reports to the THP- Zambia’s Country Director.
• He/she also collaborates with the Finance team and other program officers of THP- Zambia.

Expected results include:

1. Networking
   • To forge and maintain a strong network of governmental, intergovernmental, and NGO contacts that come to know and appreciate THP- Zambia’s approach.
   • To strengthen relationships with important in-country institutions that can advance or fund THP- Zambia’s Epicenter Technology.
2. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships
   • To work closely with the Country Director, other senior staff of THP- Zambia, and the Global Office to develop and implement strategies for partnerships.
   • To manage strategic partnerships by following through formal and informal engagements (e.g., Memorandums of Understanding, joint proposals or programs) and by keeping track of results.
   • To ensure that agreements, implications, or lessons learned from partnerships are being implemented or taken up by THP- Zambia and its partners.
3. Local resource mobilization
   • To conduct fundraising activities and raise at least 10% of the budget of THP-Zambia annually allocated by THP Global.
   • To facilitate new funding relationships with governmental, non-governmental institutions, and private sector institutions within Zambia.
   • To be responsible for generating and submitting funding proposals in close coordination with the Country Director and other senior staff.
4. Lobby and advocacy
   • To develop and implement a strategic lobby and advocacy framework and strategies for THP- Zambia, informed by a local context analysis, in collaboration with the Country Director, National Council, other senior staff, and the Chief Program Officer at THP Global Office.
   • Based on the local lobby and advocacy strategy, to regularly participate in relevant spaces for policy and program development at national level such as The Comprehensive African Development Program (CAADP) and the Global Fund, and with civil society platforms working to influence these processes.
   • To be responsible for generating proposals and high-quality advocacy communication materials in close coordination with the Country Director and other senior staff.
5. Reporting
   • To keep track and overview of the local partnerships and report about progress and result to the Country Director on time.
   • To keep track and overview of the locally mobilized resources and expenditures and to engage with the local funders about progress and deviation from plans, if needed.
   • To ensure availability of program information regarding the locally funded programs.
   • To facilitate on-time financial and narrative reporting to the local funders based on their specific needs, within the reporting framework of THP Global and in collaboration with the national M&E officer and financial staff.
6. Communication, learning and sharing
   • To share priorities, progress, and lessons learned with colleagues in THP- Zambia and with colleagues in other THP-Africa countries and with the Global Office.
7. Coaching
   • To develop a program for coaching of a designated staff on proposal writing and fundraising.
   • To train one staff on advocacy and partnership building and how to write proposals and fundraise for THP.

Knowledge and Experience

• A Degree in a field relevant to THP- Zambia’s programs. Masters is an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to bottom-up development and gender equality.
• A proven track record of accomplishments at an international NGO, government agency, or multi/bi-lateral agency in the field of development, and with experience in fundraising and lobby and advocacy.
• Show sufficient maturity and field experience to be personally credible with senior development practitioners.
• Have a strong reputation and influential network in the national development community in Zambia.

Skills

• Be able to build strong relationships with the right people.
• Be analytical and creative in finding and capitalizing on partnership and funding opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to write proposals that fulfill Donors’ requirements.
• Be able to generate timely, thorough, highly professional reporting.

Attitude

• Have an outgoing and appreciative personality consistent with being sought after by collaboration partners.
• Have high personal integrity and reliability needed to develop strong relationships at the highest levels.
• Additional duties that may be assigned by the Country Director.

Job Holder Educational Qualification:

Knowledge (Education & Related Experience):

• University degree plus Post graduate qualification in Development studies/Social Work/Planning or equivalent professional qualification from a recognized institution AND
• 5 years’ working experience in a development role of a reputable development organization. Those with experience in compliance, donor relations, and/or Grant Manager are highly encouraged.

2. PROJECT OFFICER – MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH (MCH)

• The MCH will be based in Kasenengwa District and directly reports to the THP- Zambia’s Nutritionist.
• He/she also collaborates with the Finance team and other program officers of THP- Zambia.
• He/She will be responsible for the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of project activities aimed at improving Maternal and Child Health.

Expected results include:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Implementation:
   • Plan and execute maternal and child health interventions as per project objectives.
   • Support the development and dissemination of health education materials.
   • Conduct community mobilization and engagement activities to promote maternal and child health practices.
2. Monitoring and Evaluation:
   • Collect, analyze, and report data on project activities and outcomes.
   • Conduct routine site visits to monitor project implementation and provide technical support.
   • Prepare periodic progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
3. Capacity Building and Training:
   • Organize and facilitate training sessions for community health workers, volunteers, and local health personnel.
   • Provide mentorship and technical support to field staff and partner organizations.
4. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination:
   • Liaise with government health departments, NGOs, and other key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships.
   • Represent the project in relevant meetings, workshops, and forums.
5. Resource Management and Compliance:
   • Ensure that project activities comply with organizational and donor requirements.
   • Efficiency utilization of organization resources.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health Nutrition, Public Health, or Nursing.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in maternal and child health programming.
• Experience working in community-based health projects and collaborating with local stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of maternal and child health policies and best practices.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with data management tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Able to ride a motorbike is a must.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in nutrition programming for maternal and child health.
• Knowledge of health systems strengthening and community health strategies.

How to Apply

Please forward your letter of interest, resume, and salary expectations, for immediate consideration to thpzambia.recruitment@thp.org and copy zambia@thp.org. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. The dateline is 17th March, 2025 at 5pm.

The Hunger Project Zambia is an equal opportunity employer; Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.