Community Liaison Assistant

CAREER OPPORTUNITYPositionCommunity Liaison AssistantContract TypeFixed-term (Local Contract)LocationsChama District (Kambombo Chiefdom)About UsFrankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an international conservation organisation dedicated to conserving wildlife and ecosystems in some of the world’s most outstanding wild places. FZS implements long-term conservation programmes across Africa, South America, Asia, and Europe.In Zambia, FZS operates through the North Luangwa Conservation Programme (NLCP) and is currently expanding its conservation and community engagement work into new landscapes. These expansion landscapes focus on strengthening community-based natural resource management, conservation governance, livelihoods, and coexistence between people and wildlife.About the RoleThe Community Liaison Assistant will support community engagement and communication activities within FZS’s Expansion Landscape. The role acts as a link between local communities and FZS field teams, supporting consultations, mobilisation, information sharing, and feedback processes as conservation programmes are introduced and strengthened.Working under the supervision of senior field staff, the position will help ensure that project activities are well understood, inclusive, culturally appropriate, and responsive to community feedback.Your TasksThe Community Liaison Assistant will:Support community meetings, consultations, and sensitisation activitiesAct as a liaison between communities, Traditional Authorities, and FZS field teamsAssist with mobilisation for meetings, trainings, and conservation activitiesSupport the communication of programme objectives and activities to communitiesRecord and relay community feedback, concerns, and emerging issuesAssist with documentation of meetings, attendance, and field reportsSupport participatory and conflict-sensitive engagement approachesWork closely with Community Conservation Officers and other field staffSupport awareness activities related to conservation and livelihoodsPerform any other duties required to support effective programme implementationYour ProfileQualificationsCertificate or Diploma in Community Development, Social Work, Natural Resource Management, or a related fieldAdditional training in community facilitation is an advantage.ExperienceMinimum 2-4 years’ experience in community engagement, outreach, or liaison rolesExperience working with traditional leadership and community structuresFamiliarity with rural development or conservation programmesThe ability to communicate effectively in local languages is essentialExperience working in remote field settingsKey Competencies & AttributesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsTrust-building and listening abilityCultural sensitivity and respect for local normsBasic reporting and record-keeping skillsWillingness to live and work in rural communitiesWe OfferMeaningful field-based work supporting community participation in conservationOpportunity to work in a unique transboundary conservation landscapeSupportive supervision and opportunities for learning and growthCompetitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experienceApplicationIf you are passionate and ready to take on this challenge, please submit your Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying by clicking the link below:https://zoologisch.jobs.personio.de/job/2604266?_pc=1559584#applyApplicants should include three (3) traceable referees with a brief description of the working relationship and contact details. Appointment is subject to the submission of ZAQA-certified qualifications.Application Deadline: 30th April, 2026.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.