The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a body corporate established under the repealed Securities Act, Cap. 354 of the Laws of Zambia and whose existence is continued under the new Securities Act, No. 41 of 2016. SEC has the objective of inter alia regulating and developing the Zambian Capital Markets and is responsible for the supervision and development of the Capital Markets in Zambia as well as the licensing of financial intermediaries, collective investment schemes and securities exchanges, the registration of securities to be issued such as debt and equity instruments, and the authorization of transactions in entities registered with SEC.

SEC now seeks to recruit qualified Zambians to fill the following positions:

Manager – Buildings and Maintenance

7.1 Grade: SEC07

7.2 Job Purpose

To manage and coordinate the Commission’s building maintenance, renovation and infrastructure development activities in order to ensure that SEC facilities are safe, compliant, cost-effective and aligned with operational requirements.

7.3 Key Result Areas and Principal Accountabilities

7.4 Required Competencies / Personal Qualities

i. Strong project management and supervisory skills;
ii. Sound knowledge of BOQ interpretation, detailing and specifications;
iii. Knowledge of Public Procurement procedures and contract management;
iv. Infrastructure risk assessment and quality control skills;
v. Budgeting and financial management skills;
vi. Analytical and problem-solving skills;
vii. Good interpersonal and communication skills;
viii. Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; and
ix. Computer literacy.

7.5 Qualifications / Requirements

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate;
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Building Science or equivalent;
• Master’s degree in project management, Construction Management, Engineering or Business Administration will be an added advantage; and
• Registered Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) with a valid practising licence.
• All qualifications must be ZAQA verified.

7.6 Minimum Relevant Work Experience

• Minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience in building maintenance, construction, infrastructure management or project management, of which at least four (4) years should be at supervisory or management level; and
• Experience in managing Government projects, contract administration, infrastructure budgeting and facilities risk management will be an added advantage.