# Grants Officer

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Company: ZCAS University

Category: NGO, Non-Profit & Development

Location: Zambia, Lusaka

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-08-10

Expires: 2026-08-28

## Job Description

### Job purpose

To support the Grants Director in identifying grant opportunities, facilitating the acquisition of funding, and overseeing project implementation. In addition, the Grants Officer will serve as a project lead when required and contribute to the preparation of timely and accurate reports for management and stakeholders.

### Key responsibilities

-     Support the identification and assessment of funding opportunities.

-    Assist in the preparation and submission of grant applications and proposals.

-     Ensure compliance with donor requirements, policies, and procedures.

-     Coordinate the implementation of funded projects and monitor progress.

-     Maintain accurate grant records, documentation, and reporting systems.

-    Prepare regular progress and financial reports for management and funders.

-    Act as project assistant on assigned initiatives.

-     Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful project delivery.

### Qualifications and experience

- Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five O Level credits or better including English and Mathematics or equivalent.

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or any relevant field from a registered/accredited university.

- Experience in grant writing, grants management, project proposal development will be an added advantage.

- Demonstrated experience in successful grant solicitations will be an added advantage.

- Member of a relevant professional body.

### Competencies

-    Strong knowledge of grants management and donor compliance.

- Excellent proposal writing and reporting skills.

- Strong budgeting and financial management skills.

-   Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.

-    Strong analytical and organizational skills.

- High level of integrity and professionalism.

### Application instructions

Closing Date: Friday 28th August 2026.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. ZCAS University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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