Community Liaison Assistant

Community Liaison Assistant -Kambombo Chiefdom About the Project Frankfurt 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 Position The 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 Tasks The Community Liaison Assistant will: Support community meetings, consultations, and sensitisation activities Act as a liaison between communities, Traditional Authorities, and FZS field teams Assist with mobilisation for meetings, trainings, and conservation activities Support communication of programme objectives and activities to communities Record and relay community feedback, concerns, and emerging issues Assist with documentation of meetings, attendance, and field reports Support participatory and conflict-sensitive engagement approaches Work closely with Community Conservation Officers and other field staff Support awareness activities related to conservation and livelihoods Perform any other duties required to support effective programme implementation Your Profile Qualifications Certificate or Diploma in Community Development, Social Work, Natural Resource Management, or a related field Additional training in community facilitation is an advantage. Experience Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in community engagement, outreach, or liaison roles Experience working with traditional leadership and community structures Familiarity with rural development or conservation programmes Ability to communicate effectively in local languages is essential Experience working in remote field settings Key Competencies & Attributes Strong interpersonal and communication skills Trust-building and listening ability Cultural sensitivity and respect for local norms Basic reporting and record-keeping skills Willingness to live and work in rural communities We Offer Meaningful field-based work supporting community participation in conservation Opportunity to work in a unique transboundary conservation landscape Supportive supervision and opportunities for learning and growth Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience Your Application If you are passionate and ready to take on this challenge, please submit your Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation by clicking ‘Apply for this Job‘ below. Applicants 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. About us Frankfurt 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.