The New Apostolic Church Relief Organisation (NACRO)

The New Apostolic Church Relief Organisation (NACRO) is a development and humanitarian non-governmental organisation (NGO) affiliated with the New Apostolic Church in Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe. NACRO serves as the development and humanitarian arm of the Church.

Our Mission

To provide high-quality, demand-driven services that positively impact the lives of vulnerable communities and build capacity for stronger resilience and improved livelihoods.

Thematic Areas of Focus

NACRO implements country programmes through three major thematic areas:

Education

Health and WASH

Livelihoods, Agriculture, and Food Security

Cross-Cutting Themes

Gender and Social Inclusion

Environment and Climate Change Mitigation

Resilience Building

Our Partners

In Zambia, NACRO implements various projects with the support of:

The New Apostolic Church in Zambia

NAK-karitativ (Germany)

The Government of the Republic of Zambia

The German Ministry of Economic Cooperation (BMZ)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Job Title: Livelihoods Officer

Location: Choma
Duration: 1 Year Contract
Reporting to: Country Programme Coordinator

Job Purpose

The Livelihoods Officer will be responsible for field-level planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities that support farmers and targeted communities in adopting sustainable, climate-smart farming practices. The role focuses on enhancing productivity, resilience, and recovery from climate-related shocks.

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Project Implementation

Support the execution of livelihood and climate-smart agriculture activities in target areas.

2. Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning

Conduct periodic on-site monitoring of project activities.

Support data collection, reporting, and learning processes to ensure continuous improvement.

3. Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with local partners, government departments, and community structures.

Facilitate training sessions and workshops to promote adoption of sustainable agricultural practices.

4. Communication, Partnerships, and Knowledge Management

Support implementation of the organisation’s communication strategy.

Promote NACRO’s values and key messages through effective communication tools.

Document and share best practices and lessons learned.

Qualifications and Experience

Full Grade 12 Certificate.

Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Social Sciences, or Business Administration (or other relevant fields).

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in project management, community development, or livelihoods programming.

Experience working on donor-funded projects and community engagement initiatives.

Knowledge or experience in climate adaptation, environment, resilience, gender mainstreaming, or private sector development is an added advantage.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder coordination.

Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation tools and techniques is desirable.

Experience in communications or knowledge management will be an added advantage.

Additional Information

Further information can be obtained from the address below during office hours:
08:00 – 13:00 hours and 14:00 – 17:00 hours (Zambian time).
Detailed Terms of Reference (ToRs) and Job Descriptions for all advertised positions can be accessed through the provided contact.

Address Applications to:
The Country Programme Coordinator
Attn: Finance and Administration Officer
New Apostolic Church Relief Organisation (NACRO) – Zambia, Malawi & Zimbabwe
Plot No. 109A, Marrapodi Villa, Off Manchinchi Road
Lusaka, Zambia
📧 Email: [email protected]