Environmental Specialist

Project: Zambia Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Project Using Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA). Project ID: P505188

Background

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Closing Date: 30th May 2025

The Zambia Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience Project will be implemented under Phase VI of the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience Program (the ‘HEPRR Program’) using the Multiphase Programmatic Approach (MPA). Zambia has experienced significant macroeconomic downturn, and weak economic performance has reversed income gains and exacerbated poverty rates.

The Zambia Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience Project will focus on strengthening the preparedness and resilience of the health system to manage health emergencies through training of health workforce to develop capacity for climate emergency preparedness and response; operationalization of information systems for health emergencies and digitalization of the health sector; improvement of the detection of and response to health emergencies through a multisectoral approach; updating and implementing patient- centered integrated community health service package and other required guidelines; support systems to guarantee continuity of essential health services including Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child Adolescent Health and Nutrition during health emergencies; developing and operating a digital emergency transport management system for health facilities’ referrals of maternal and neonatal cases; installation and rehabilitation of WASH facilities, solarization and/or electrification of selected health facilities and provision of reliable internet where possible.

The Ministry will establish a Project Implementation Unit (PIU), under the Directorate of Public Health, that will be responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of activities supported by the project, including procurement support within the Government structure.

In this regard, the Ministry of Health with the support of the World Bank under the Zambia Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience Project is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the under listed vacant positions:

1. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

2. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

3. MONITORING AND EVALUATION SPECIALIST

4. PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

5. PROJECT COORDINATOR

6. SOCIAL SPECIALIST

All applications should clearly state the position being applied for on the envelope and must be lodged directly with the Ministry of Health to the address below:

The Permanent Secretary- (Administration)

Ministry of Health

Ndeke House P.O. Box 30205

LUSAKA

All interested persons meeting the above qualifications and experience should send their written applications with certified copies of their National Registration Card, academic and professional qualifications, proof of membership to relevant regulatory body (where applicable), latest practicing license (where applicable) and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three references including their contact numbers to the address given above.

Electronic applications will NOT be considered.

Position: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

 

Country: Zambia

Name of the project: Zambia Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Project Using Multiphase Programmatic Approach

Project ID: P505188

Location/ Duty Station: Ministry of Health Headquarters, Lusaka

Reports to: The Environmental Specialist will report to the Assistant Director – Environmental Health and the Project Coordinator and will closely work with the Director of Public Health, Director of Policy and Planning and other PIU members of the project, the World Bank TTL and Task Team as well as work collaboratively with the other sector ministries, NGOs, ZEMA, academia, Research institutions, Training Institution and other stakeholders.

Job Purpose

The Environmental Specialist will manage overall environmental risks for the Project in accordance with the requirements of the Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework and the relevant statutes of the Republic of Zambia.

Qualifications

• A full Grade Twelve (12)/Form 5 School Certificate with a minimum of five (5) ‘O level credits or better including English Language and Mathematics
• A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or Public Health from an accredited university,
• A Master’s degree in Public Health, Master of Science in Environmental Health or Environmental Engineering or any other relevant master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Certification in Occupational Health and Safety will be an added advantage.
• Must have a valid Practicing Certificate
• Must be a registered member of relevant regulatory body