Jesus Cares Ministries is a faith-based NGO with a call to do development work and bring transformation in poor and vulnerable communities working with the Government line ministries/departments, the local churches and the communities.

In partnership with the European Union (EU); JCM implemented a project entitled “Protecting Every child against Child labor through Education Project” (PEACE) from March 2021 to March 2024 in Chipata and Nkeyema District.

Jesus Cares Ministries is therefore inviting application from suitably qualified individuals or Organisations to conduct a final evaluation.

The full details of the TORs can be downloaded/accessed through the link below.

Introduction
ActionAid Zambia (AAZ) is a member of the ActionAid Global Federation, dedicated to advancing social change for a just, equitable, and sustainable world. We collaborate with marginalized and excluded women and young people, along with their organizations and movements, to address the root causes of social injustice, gender inequality, and poverty. Our head office is located at 38G Kabulonga Road, Ibex Hill, Lusaka.

Objective
The overall objective of the assignment is to update the existing booklet (62 pages) and good practices on applying Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA) principles in its programming work in the following areas: Nakonde and Lavushimanda (Mpika) Muchinga Province, Mpulungu and Senga Hill (Mbala) Northern Province. While in western province the target districts are Lukulu, Nalolo and Sesheke.

Specific Tasks
Updated booklet showing the following:
1. Impact of Child Sponsorship activities in the identified districts showing the before and after situation. This will include numbers in terms of total catchment population, how many have been reached/benefited, clearly disaggregating women, youth and children.
2. To show the impact of program work in the lives of the beneficiaries and its sustainability. This means demonstrating how lives of few selected individuals at community level have positively changed because of the program (success stories). This will include knowledge gained and how the community plan to sustain the program.
3. Beneficiaries’ reflections on activities implemented in their respective areas.

a) Produce a Short Video/Documentary: Highlighting impactful achievements and lessons learned in the implementation of Child Sponsorship activities
b) Photo story book: Compile photos and produce a photo story book in accordance with agreed format

Specifications
A4 in print ready format or any size with prior approval of the technical team.
Booklets should be shared both in print ready and editable format (Open files).
These videos should be those which will be shared into digital media/social media.

EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• A finalized booklet in print ready version.
• A Short Video Documentary
• A Photo Story Book

METHODOLOGY/APPROACH

The assignment will involve a desk review of existing reports and travelling to the Local Rights Programmes and interact with beneficiaries and implementers.

TIMEFRAME
The assignment is expected to be undertaken for 30 working days inclusive of validation/feedback processes after signing of the contract.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years work experience in videography and photography in producing development work related reports, policy briefs for both international and local organizations with the aim of reaching both local and international audiences.
• Local knowledge of the provinces and languages in the project areas namely Muchinga, Northern and Western Provinces.
• Evidence of previous similar work.
• Knowledge of laws and policies in Zambia relevant to safeguarding and protection.
• Commitment to ActionAid’s Feminist Principles and Human Rights-Based Approach.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications hard copies (Cover Letter, Company Profile, Technical and Financial Proposals) to be addressed to the: Programs Manager and clearly marked as follows: “Documentation Child Sponsorship Work” be delivered to 38G, Kabulonga Road, Ibex Hill, P.O Box 51407, Lusaka on Friday 1st November 2024.

Introduction
ActionAid Zambia (AAZ) is a member of the ActionAid Global Federation, dedicated to advancing social change for a just, equitable, and sustainable world. We collaborate with marginalized and excluded women and young people, along with their organizations and movements, to address the root causes of social injustice, gender inequality, and poverty. Our head office is located at 38G Kabulonga Road, Ibex Hill, Lusaka.

Objective
The overall objective of the assignment is to update the existing booklet (62 pages) and good practices on applying Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA) principles in its programming work in the following areas: Nakonde and Lavushimanda (Mpika) Muchinga Province, Mpulungu and Senga Hill (Mbala) Northern Province. While in western province the target districts are Lukulu, Nalolo and Sesheke.

Specific Tasks
Updated booklet showing the following:
1. Impact of Child Sponsorship activities in the identified districts showing the before and after situation. This will include numbers in terms of total catchment population, how many have been reached/benefited, clearly disaggregating women, youth and children.
2. To show the impact of program work in the lives of the beneficiaries and its sustainability. This means demonstrating how lives of few selected individuals at community level have positively changed because of the program (success stories). This will include knowledge gained and how the community plan to sustain the program.
3. Beneficiaries’ reflections on activities implemented in their respective areas.

a) Produce a Short Video/Documentary: Highlighting impactful achievements and lessons learned in the implementation of Child Sponsorship activities
b) Photo story book: Compile photos and produce a photo story book in accordance with agreed format

Specifications
A4 in print ready format or any size with prior approval of the technical team.
Booklets should be shared both in print ready and editable format (Open files).
These videos should be those which will be shared into digital media/social media.

EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• A finalized booklet in print ready version.
• A Short Video Documentary
• A Photo Story Book

METHODOLOGY/APPROACH

The assignment will involve a desk review of existing reports and travelling to the Local Rights Programmes and interact with beneficiaries and implementers.

TIMEFRAME
The assignment is expected to be undertaken for 30 working days inclusive of validation/feedback processes after signing of the contract.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years work experience in videography and photography in producing development work related reports, policy briefs for both international and local organizations with the aim of reaching both local and international audiences.
• Local knowledge of the provinces and languages in the project areas namely Muchinga, Northern and Western Provinces.
• Evidence of previous similar work.
• Knowledge of laws and policies in Zambia relevant to safeguarding and protection.
• Commitment to ActionAid’s Feminist Principles and Human Rights-Based Approach.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications hard copies (Cover Letter, Company Profile, Technical and Financial Proposals) to be addressed to the: Programs Manager and clearly marked as follows: “Documentation Child Sponsorship Work” be delivered to 38G, Kabulonga Road, Ibex Hill, P.O Box 51407, Lusaka on Friday 1st November 2024.

Position: Child Education Specialist
Terms: Full-Time Contract
Location: Zambia (Lusaka), South and Central Africa
About Blackstone Africa
Blackstone Africa is a multidisciplinary advisory firm dedicated to supporting businesses in their African entry and expansion success. Founded in 2019, our team brings extensive experience from diverse markets across the continent.
With expertise spanning multiple industries and countries, we provide tailored solutions to help our clients navigate the complexities of African markets and achieve sustainable growth.
Position Summary
The Child Education Specialist / Assistant to the Managing Director working directly with the managing directors at the company, will be required to perform the following duties among other

Key Responsibilities

• Work with parents to develop and implement an educational plan that meets the children’s individual needs.
• Tracking children’s progress and adjusting lesson plans as needed.
• Setting up daily afterschool learning support activities and preparing materials for each day’s lesson plans.
• Communicating with directors / parents to ensure that they are satisfied with their child’s progress and understanding of class content.
• Support school children completing school assigned homework and providing instructions and guidance in subjects such the children are taking.
• Supervising children who are not yet mature enough to handle independent study without guidance.
• Ensure post-school lunch and nutritious snacks are prepared on time by canteen support staff.
• Observing and guiding students to ensure that they are learning the material correctly.
• Develop and teach age-appropriate lesson plans in all core academic subjects, including reading, math and writing.
• Maintain records of child’s progress and submit required reports to the parents/guardians.
• Select and administer appropriate assessments and diagnostic tools to measure student progress and identify areas of need.
• Stay up to date on current educational trends, best practices, curriculums, and any other issues relating to students’ learning.
• Attend workshops, conferences, meetings and other professional development opportunities that are in line with the scope of work needed.
• When needed provide management and implementation of childcare services during company functions for directors, management and staff and participants in company activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred
• A qualification in early childhood education or similar may be advantageous.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
• Able to prepare simple meals for children.
• Driver’s license is preferable, however open to sending team members to driving lessons.
• Knowledge of psychological and emotional development in children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work in fast-paced, unpredictable environments.
• Superb multitasking abilities
• Sound judgment skills
• Experience in teaching or education support roles working with children 2-12 years old.
• Valid Passport

How To Apply: Interested candidates follow this link to the application form, Child Education Specialist Application Form
Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2025

Position: Child Education Specialist
Terms: Full-Time Contract
Location: Zambia (Lusaka), South and Central Africa
About Blackstone Africa
Blackstone Africa is a multidisciplinary advisory firm dedicated to supporting businesses in their African entry and expansion success. Founded in 2019, our team brings extensive experience from diverse markets across the continent.
With expertise spanning multiple industries and countries, we provide tailored solutions to help our clients navigate the complexities of African markets and achieve sustainable growth.
Position Summary
The Child Education Specialist / Assistant to the Managing Director working directly with the managing directors at the company, will be required to perform the following duties among other

Key Responsibilities

• Work with parents to develop and implement an educational plan that meets the children’s individual needs.
• Tracking children’s progress and adjusting lesson plans as needed.
• Setting up daily afterschool learning support activities and preparing materials for each day’s lesson plans.
• Communicating with directors / parents to ensure that they are satisfied with their child’s progress and understanding of class content.
• Support school children completing school assigned homework and providing instructions and guidance in subjects such the children are taking.
• Supervising children who are not yet mature enough to handle independent study without guidance.
• Ensure post-school lunch and nutritious snacks are prepared on time by canteen support staff.
• Observing and guiding students to ensure that they are learning the material correctly.
• Develop and teach age-appropriate lesson plans in all core academic subjects, including reading, math and writing.
• Maintain records of child’s progress and submit required reports to the parents/guardians.
• Select and administer appropriate assessments and diagnostic tools to measure student progress and identify areas of need.
• Stay up to date on current educational trends, best practices, curriculums, and any other issues relating to students’ learning.
• Attend workshops, conferences, meetings and other professional development opportunities that are in line with the scope of work needed.
• When needed provide management and implementation of childcare services during company functions for directors, management and staff and participants in company activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred
• A qualification in early childhood education or similar may be advantageous.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
• Able to prepare simple meals for children.
• Driver’s license is preferable, however open to sending team members to driving lessons.
• Knowledge of psychological and emotional development in children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work in fast-paced, unpredictable environments.
• Superb multitasking abilities
• Sound judgment skills
• Experience in teaching or education support roles working with children 2-12 years old.
• Valid Passport

How To Apply: Interested candidates follow this link to the application form, Child Education Specialist Application Form
Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2025

Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer – Lusaka

SOS Children’s Villages Zambia is a child focused organization and an affiliate of the SOS Children Villages International. It is non-governmental, non-political, non-denominational, and non-racial. Its overall mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities. To realise the mission of the organisation, SOS Children’s Villages is recruiting for the under listed position.
SOS Children’s Villages holds strict child and youth safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Recruitment decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks and police clearance reference check processes

Job Summary

The Child Protection and safeguarding Officer will play a vital role in supporting the implementation of comprehensive Child Protection and safeguarding programmes. This position is focused on developing and executing a robust case management system, and organizing awareness-raising activities related to child protection and safeguarding issues. The officer will also collaborate closely with project locations to ensure that all child protection and safeguarding teams are adequately trained and equipped to support programme participants effectively.
As a National Focal Point for Child, Adult and Asset safeguarding, the officer will coordinate all safeguarding concerns in line with the organization’s Safeguarding policy. The officer reports to the National Programme Manager and will receive additional Technical Support from the International Regional Office.

Objectives

The Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer is a critical function which will play the lead role in ensuring the design, implementation and monitoring of high-quality safeguarding and child protection programmes for the SOS Children’s Villages Zambia.
He/she will provide technical leadership to all our work in the Child Protection and Safeguarding sector, with responsibility for developing clear strategic and operational plans, identifying safeguarding risk and forging strong partnerships with Government and like-minded organisations in the area of safeguarding, and providing technical support and training to all programme teams across the four locations and to community structures such as Child Protection Committees.

Key Competencies

Strategic Planning

• Able to develop and communicate a comprehensive SOS Children’s Villages strategy based on an in-depth understanding of the Overall strategy and programming.

Planning and Coordination

• Able to provide strategic leadership within the child protection and safeguarding plan(s) and interventions.
• Able to provide inputs in strategic development of other departmental areas such as Programmes, Branding and Communications, Gender and Fund Development and assist managers in integrating child, adult and asset protection/safeguarding in the project plan(s).
• Ability to coordinate well with technical and operational staff, consultants, Government and donors
• Build and maintain extensive stakeholder networks across the location and likeminded sector players such as the Joining Forces Alliance (JFA).
• Ability to act in an advisory role to the SOS CV team in matters relating to the Child protection and Safeguarding.

Negotiation

• Ability to manage external stakeholder relationships
• Ability to resolve conflict
• Ability to negotiate effectively to deliver value for money
  Compliance
• Ability to follow SOS Children’s Villages implementing procedures and overall compliance
• Ability to understand and apply the principles of contracting/bidding, safeguarding, evaluation and selection, legal frameworks, deliverables, timeframes, payment and closing out

Writing and editing

• Ability to write detailed reports, intervention approval requests, and any other supporting documents required
• Attention to detail with high analytical skills
  Administration
• Ability to monitor and keep track of all Child Protection and Safeguarding matters and deadlines
• Ability to process thoughts and key data for effective input to decision making
• Ability to assist the National Office team in formulating child protection and safeguarding procedures and policies.
• Ability to manage all child safeguarding and child protection policies in a retrievable and effective data base.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Law, Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree added advantage).
• Five (5) Years Minimum Proven experience in safeguarding, child protection, social work, or related fields, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.
• Strong knowledge of child protection principles, safeguarding, frameworks, and legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children, families, and community members
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity for critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making in complex situations.
• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools.

The eligible candidate is required to possess the under listed skills in addition to role specific requirements:

• Understanding the NGO/INGO sector.
• Excellent understanding of children’s rights and child protection issues.
• Awareness and basic understanding of issues affecting orphans & vulnerable children, such as the causes of vulnerability (e.g. HIV & AIDS, gender discrimination, poverty, etc.), local and national responses, etc.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English – other languages, an asset.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including ability to identify problems and possible solutions, and ability to clearly reflect these in a report.
• Good communication skills and People development skills, including facilitation, coaching and mentoring skills, to build the capacities of co-workers from partner organizations; as well as of children and their care-givers, and other community members.
• Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong working relationships community members and groups.
• Fluent in at least one of the local languages spoken in the Programme’s target communities.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required within and between project/programme locations.
• Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based environment.
• Strong use of MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Office 365.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation of Child Protection Programmes:

• Support the planning, development, and execution of Child Protection programmes in accordance with organizational standards and best practices.
• Contribute to the design and formulation of strategies that address child protection concerns within the project scope.
• Annually develop a national action plan based on status quo analysis together with the National Programme Manager, including training strategy, to support child protection implementation in line with ‘Implementation Guide’ of SOS-Kinder Dorf International and appropriate to the needs of SOS Children’s Villages Zambia; ensure CP is part of the national and local planning
• Develop and implement a regular national monitoring system and document advances and challenges
• Support Human Resources (HR), to integrate child protection into existing policies, processes and procedures (i.e. Recruitment, screening and selection, induction, performance management, etc.)
• To monitor and review the implementation of the relevant policies and documentation and procedures to ensure they are adhered to, remain current and fit for purpose.

Case Management System:

• Design, implement, and maintain an efficient case management system tailored to the needs of child protection and safeguarding in project areas.
• Ensure that the case management process is child-centred, evidence-based, and compliant with legal and ethical standards.

Awareness and Education:

• Organize and coordinate awareness campaigns and training sessions on child protection and safeguarding issues for project participants, community members, and stakeholders.
• Develop Child Protection materials and resources to promote understanding and awareness of child protection rights and issues.
• Ensure clear process is in place for tracking and reporting on progress against the Safeguarding and Child Protection sector strategy.
• Provide Safeguarding technical input to the development of MA annual plans, sector strategies and other planning documents
• Participate in studies, analysis and formulation of objectives, policies and programmes related to the education, health, psychosocial and other growth sectors.
  Maintaining a strong child protection culture
• Conduct ongoing trainings and child protection activities in order to maintain awareness and meet specific training needs (e.g. child protection in various SOS locations)
• Work as resource on child protection and provide support, advice and guidance locally on matters related to child protection
• Provide support and guidance to core care co-workers and provide planned interventions as part of agreed plans for children.
• Provide overall coordination across the MA so that child protection initiatives are consistent, efficient and effective and that learning is shared
• Support communication on child protection via a range of means (newsletter, good practice sharing, etc.), to all key stakeholder groups, especially children including elaborating child friendly child protection material.
• Participate in external Child Rights and Child Protection events at national, regional and international levels.
• Liaise with the respective Regional/International Child Protection Advisors to improve technical competence and systems for Child Protection

Training and Capacity Building:

• Collaborate with project locations to assess training needs and develop training programmes for child protection teams.
• Provide training to staff and other stakeholders and develop a range of other activities that will support knowledge, practice and skills development. Strengthen the capacity of staff and volunteers involved in child protection activities.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster partnerships with local agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to enhance the delivery of child protection and safeguarding initiatives.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project teams to ensure alignment in child protection efforts.
• Provide support to the Senior Management Team to ensure there are quality assurance mechanisms in place to monitor, review and evaluate arrangements for the protection of children.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Collect and analyse relevant data to monitor the effectiveness of child protection and Safeguarding programmes and case management systems. Provide regular reports on programme progress, challenges, and solutions to management and stakeholders.
• Prepare Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to measure and monitor the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of education services.
• Develop technical tools, guidance and documentation as required.
• Support the incorporation of the KPIs into the Plan Follow-up System of the Sector

Policy and Advocacy:

• Stay informed about national and international child protection laws, policies, and best practices.
• Advocate for child protection issues within communities and ensure that children’s rights are upheld.

Emergency Response:

• Assist in the development and implementation of child protection measures in emergency contexts if required.
• Ensure that emergency response plans consider the specific protection needs of children.

Data Confidentiality:

• Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory. Treat donor information gathered confidential and secure.
• Act as central point to collate reports, referrals, information on concerns and storing the documentations secure and confidential

Safeguarding Policy:

• Support in ensuring that all tasks are in compliance with the Safeguarding Policy (Child & Youth, Asset) implementation in the Organization.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 14 March 2025

You can email your application letter and CV only to jobs@sos-zambia.org. Please DO NOT email academic and professional certificates as they will only be required during the interviews to the applicants who will be responded to.

SOS Children`s Villages Zambia is an equal opportunity employer.