Community Liaison Assistant - Conservation Education

About The ProjectThe Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is a global conservation organization dedicated to protecting biodiversity and wilderness areas through sustainable resource management, partnerships, and promoting environmental and social equity. In Zambia, we have been working in partnership with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) for nearly 40 years in North Luangwa National Park and, since 2017, in Nsumbu National Park through the Nsumbu Tanganyika Conservation Programme (NTCP).NTCP focuses on resource protection, field operations, ecological monitoring, endangered species recovery, and community engagement in conservation education, governance, livelihoods, and Human-Wildlife Coexistence. With Nsumbu National Park’s ecosystem on the path to recovery, key milestones include the return of lions in 2024 and a planned black rhino reintroduction. NTCP is exploring extension opportunities within the broader Nsumbu-Mweru ecosystemAbout The PositionThe Nsumbu Tanganyika Conservation Programme (NTCP) is seeking for a well-organized, highly motivated, and independent person to join the team in Nsumbu as a Community Liaison Assistant – Conservation Education (CLA – ConsEd). NTCP has been in existence in Nsama Chiefdom since 2017, working closely with Government partners and the Nsama community to improve management of wildlife and other Natural Resources. This led to the development of a Conservation Education programme, with a view to increasing conservation knowledge in the communities of the Nsumbu Tanganyika landscape. The SUFINA programme (Sungeni Ifilengwa Na Lesa) was launched in 2021, focusing on engaging primary school learners. SUFINA has grown and developed and currently operates in 24 primary and secondary schools across the project area. NTCP continues to strengthen and enhance the activities delivered through SUFINA, with ongoing efforts to expand its reach and improve conservation messaging within participating schools.Your TasksThe CLA – ConEd will work to support the activities of the NTCP’s Conservation Education strategy, to improve conservation awareness and increase access to conservation knowledge, in collaboration with Conservation teachers and club leaders. This will be done through the following areas of focus:Conservation education lessons and school activities: Conduct stand-alone lessons, support and guide teachers on delivering a high-quality conservation education curriculum, while being proactive in anticipating new curriculum needs and co-creating new curriculum and lesson plans. Community Outreach Programme/Activities in the Community: work with different partners and stakeholders (community, government, NGOs, CRB, VAGs and FMCs) to create engaging community/school events, support conservation clubs and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) to strengthen their role in local stewardship and attitudes towards conservation. Monitoring and evaluation: assess teacher and programme performance, identifying challenges and best practices. Design data collection methods to enable review and to improve upon programs.General: Ensure all SUFINA components are delivered on time, within budget and grant requirements, and with funds used in a transparent manner. Capabilities, Competencies And Experience Needed For The JobThe CLA should be a goal-oriented, highly motivated, and qualified individual with relevant work experience. She/he should be willing to work with minimal supervision, with most of the tasks being field based. The candidate should be comfortable working with a range of stakeholders from community members to government partners while cultivating and maintaining positive relationships that contribute to the success of the program. They should be able to design and implement workable programs and contribute to the expansion and improvement of existing initiatives using both established and new ideas.Note that the successful candidate will be expected to spend significant time working with rural communities, with the occasional night spent in the village. Your ProfileA Degree in Education, Sociology, Community Development, Natural Resources Management, or any related program.Knowledge of the Zambian Education system.Minimum 2 years work experience in a relevant field; experience working in a rural setup will be an added advantage.Good written and spoken communication skills.Strong facilitation and presentation skills.Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).Must be able to communicate in Bemba or Tabwa.Preferred knowledge, skills & experienceKnowledge of CBNRM, principles of good governance, and general wildlife and natural resources management practices will be an added advantage.Must have experience riding a motorbike off-road, in remote field conditionsWorking Conditions/Physical EffortWillingness to travel and work flexible hours.Willingness to work in a rural set up, to listen and work with rural communities.Ability to work under stress during peak workload periods.Willingness to spend occasional nights in rural villages to foster community partnership.Willingness to ride a motorbike in rural areas.We OfferExperience the chance to live in and understand the breathtaking Nsumbu Tanganyika landscape while making a positive impact.Engage in meaningful work that allows for your innovation and creativity.Join a dynamic and motivated team in Zambia, along with the FZS Africa team.Your ApplicationA cover letter (maximum 2 pages), including your earliest possible starting date and a chronological CV. The cover letter will be used to judge the quality of your application and should answer the following questions:What interests you most about the position? What is the most important technical ability that you will bring to the role? Describe how you envision being able to improve the conservation education program and increase awareness of conservation knowledge in the target communities.What is your most important personal characteristic that you will bring to FZS Zambia in this role?3 traceable references with a short description of your working relationship, and their contact details. The due date for the application is 18th November 2025About UsFrankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an internationally operating conservation organisation based in Germany that has been supporting conservation projects in Africa, South America, South East Asia and Europe for many decades. Following our mission to conserve wildlife and ecosystems we are focusing on protected areas and outstanding wild places.