HEAD RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY & ADVOCACY
- Post Date:March 5, 2022
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Job Description
ZCAS invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of Head Research, Consultancy and Advocacy.
REPORTS TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
JOB PURPOSE
To co-ordinate, supervise and control provision of Research, Consultancy, and Advocacy work
for the Centre to acceptable standards for local and international firms, NGOs and Government
ministries.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, implements and controls research and consultancy activities under his/her
supervision and ensuring that the research resources of the Centre are used effectively; - Develops, implements and promotes the research strategy for the Centre;
- Develops new project, contacts and funding sources for the Centre;
- Working with the Coordinators to build and strengthen the Centre`s external reputation,
and its internal systems and processes; - Markets the research and consultancy services to private and public sectors as well as
Governments departments/ministries; - Undertakes investigations/research and surveys for the Centre on behalf of clients in
respect of assigned consultancy work to determine problems and obtain
information/data; - Designs generic and tailor-made courses that meet the needs of the clients and
submits them to the supervisor for approval; - Prepare suitable training materials and participates in the training of participants
- Identifies, participates and prepares solution-based proposals for all solicited and
unsolicited bids for consultancy projects and when awarded, execute the awarded
contracts with the highest standard of performance; - Works with collaborative partners on aspects of research, surveys and capacity
building activities to develop the Centre’s lecturing staff; - Coordinates research in collaboration with the Director Professional Studies on aspects
that impact on curriculum and development of the accountancy training in Zambia. - Applies and secures external funding for research and consultancy related
interventions; - Initiates and carries out advocacy works for the Centre in the advancement of
accountancy training in Zambia. - Writes detailed project reports outlining methodologies, work done, findings and
recommendations and submits them to clients once approved by the supervisor; - Costs research, consultancy and training projects and submit cost estimates to the
supervisor for approval; - Participates in various meetings at the work place such as course meetings and staff
meetings to which the jobholder may be a member.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12 Certificate with Five (5) credits or better including English and Mathematics.
- Holder of an earned First degree in Business, Social Sciences, or ICT.
- Holder of an earned Masters’ degree in Business or Social Sciences or ICT.
- A PhD/ DBA will be an added advantage.
- Ten (10) years experience in a similar work environment with at least five (5) years at
- Senior Management Level.
- Should be a fellow of a Professional Body.
DESIRABLE SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strategic and Business planning.
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
- Ability to deliver high-quality research and policy outputs.
- Ability to meet Consultancy assignments and meet client requirements.
- High level of analytical skills.
- Advanced Knowledge on Information, Technology and Communication.
INTERESTED QUALIFIED PERSONS SHOULD ADDRESS THEIR APPLICATIONS
TO:
The Board Secretary
ZCAS
Dedan Kimathi Road
P.O.BOX 35243
LUSAKA
Or
Email to: ahrm@zcas.edu.zm
Enclose certified photocopies of academic and professional qualifications, National Registration
Card and detailed signed curriculum vitae. The closing date for receipt of applications will be 11th
March 2022.