Position Title: Program Officer
Reports to: Program Manager, STRIDES Zambia
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in a long - lasting way by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, public health threats, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address todayโs interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 50 countries including Zambia and all U.S. states and territories. We currently seek qualified candidates to fill the role of Program Officer to be based in Lusaka.
Job Summary:
The STRengthening Infectious Disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Zambia Program Officer will support project implementation by providing administrative assistance and program management functions to ensure that the various aspects of the STRIDES Activity in Zambia stay on schedule and within budget. The Program Officer collects, compiles, and analyzes information relevant to project activities; S/he provides administrative and project support, contributes to project-related communication and coordination, and may monitor project budgets. Reporting to the STRIDES Zambia Program Manager, the Program Officer supports compliance-related documentation and tracking of subcontractor deliverables, coordinates with the technical team, prepares presentations, and supports other related project objectives and deliverables.
Accountabilities:
Programmatic Administration:
- Collaborates with the STRIDES project management team to assist in ensuring project needs and requirements are met.
- Provides support to project management, such as planning for and arranging meetings and conference room setup, supporting travel requests, and taking on sub-task assignments.
- Collects existing information (metrics, data, etc.) for use in reports, reaching out to sub- contractorsand partners for external information.
- Maintains distribution list for project reports.
- Facilitates communication by answering partner inquires and ensures internal project websites are current.
- Coordinates assigned project activities and may conduct research to achieve project goals.
- Assists in the management of the project calendar to ensure project deadlines are being achieved.
- Sets up and maintains electronic and physical project files.
- Sends reminders to keep team on track with reporting deadlines and technical deliverables.
- Provides administrative support to projects as needed by writing and reviewing reports on a quarterly basis.
- May support the projectteam administratively to provide high quality deliverables to the donor.
- Fulfills other administrative and special project duties as assigned.
Finance Support:
- Assists with the coordination and tracking of performance against Financial Cost Objective (FCO) ID, project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
- Assists the project team with the coordination of budgets.
- Collects, compiles, and analyzes cost information relevant to the STRIDES project.
- Serves as the project liaison to internal units such as finance, contracts, centers, etc.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- Basic knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with project design.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software.
- Ability to problem solve and recommend corrective action as needed.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail needed to adhere to project deadlines.
- Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English
Problem Solving & Impact:
- Works on problems of limited to moderate scope that require a review of various factors.
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Builds rapport with internal and external contacts.
- Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.
Supervision Given/Received:
- Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
- Uses independent judgment in determining workflow and priorities.
- Reports to a Program, STRIDES Zambia.
Education: **
- Bachelor's degree or its international equivalent in Civil Society, Communication and, Law, Economic Development, Education, Health, Research, Technology, and Youth or a related field.
Experience: **
- Typically requires a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience supporting projects and/or a technical practice area.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
- Prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
Travel Requirements:
- May require in-country travel up to 25%
The last day of receiving applications is 2 February 2026.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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- May require in-country travel up to 25%
- Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
- Bachelor's degree or its international equivalent in Civil Society, Communication and, Law, Economic Development, Education, Health, Research, Technology, and Youth or a related field.