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UN jobs in Zambia 🇿🇲
UN-system organisations recruit in Zambia for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for Zambia — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 8
- Organisations
- 4
- Last refreshed
- Jun 03, 2026
Latest open roles
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Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement (LICA 9)
International Trade Centre · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement supports the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) umbrella programme, focusing on trade and investment policy programming and regional value chain review mechanisms in the COMESA region. The role involves identifying and addressing regulatory market access barriers, facilitating public-private dialogues, supporting value chain assessments, and coordinating with COMESA Secretariat and national institutions. Responsibilities include preparing technical documents, conducting policy analysis, monitoring trade developments, supporting VCRM implementation, and contributing to reporting and communication activities. The position requires strong analytical and policy development skills with experience in trade policy, value chain development, and regional cooperation frameworks.
CON Related Organization Closes Jun 24, 2026 -
Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement
International Trade Centre · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement supports the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) umbrella programme, implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and UNIDO. The role focuses on trade and investment policy programming and facilitating regional value chain review mechanisms (VCRMs) in the COMESA sub-regional component. Key responsibilities include supporting policy assessments, identifying regulatory barriers to trade and investment, facilitating public-private dialogues, coordinating VCRM activities, monitoring progress, and preparing reports and communications. The position requires close collaboration with the COMESA Secretariat and national institutions to enhance market access and export competitiveness for SMEs, with a focus on sustainable business practices and inclusion of women- and youth-led enterprises.
CON Related Organization Closes Jun 23, 2026 -
Biodiversity Finance Analyst - Public and Financial Sector
United Nations Development Programme · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Biodiversity Finance Analyst – Public and Financial Sector supports the implementation of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) Phase II in Zambia. Key responsibilities include providing analytical and research support for biodiversity and green finance initiatives, engaging stakeholders including government institutions and financial actors, preparing policy briefs and reports, and coordinating meetings and workshops. The role requires supporting the design and implementation of financing solutions aligned with Zambia's Biodiversity Finance Plan and green finance agenda. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the BIOFIN Country Team Lead and report to the UNDP Zambia Country Office Head of Unit and Regional Technical Advisor.
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Programme Assistant - Small Grants Programme
United Nations Development Programme · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Programme Assistant supports the implementation of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) in Zambia, working under the guidance of the National Coordinator. Key responsibilities include assisting with project proposal evaluation, financial management, administrative support, monitoring and evaluation, and knowledge management. The role involves supporting project development, managing project databases, preparing reports, handling financial disbursements, organizing meetings and events, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. The position requires strong administrative, financial, and organizational skills with experience in project management and community-based programs.
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Communication Officer, NO-2, Temporary Position, 364 days, Lusaka, Zambia, #00137355
UNICEF · 🇿🇲 Zambia
The Communication Officer will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of an advocacy and communication strategy aimed at bringing children's and women's issues into public focus and strengthening political support for UNICEF's mission in Zambia. The role involves developing and executing communication plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring effective messaging to promote child and women's rights. The ideal candidate will have experience in communication strategy development, advocacy, and public engagement, with a strong understanding of the local context and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 05, 2026 -
Low Value Consultancy: Development of an Advocacy Manual for Disability Inclusion Zambia (Homebase)
UNICEF · 🇿🇲 Zambia
UNICEF seeks a consultant to develop an advocacy manual for disability inclusion in Zambia. The manual will serve as a practical guide for persons with disabilities and OPDs to inform strategies and interventions aimed at realizing their rights. The consultant will work in Zambia with a focus on developing a resource that supports advocacy efforts. The role requires expertise in disability inclusion, advocacy strategies, and manual development. The consultant will be expected to engage with stakeholders and ensure the manual meets the needs of its intended users.
Fund/Programme Closes Jun 10, 2026 -
Business Support Assistant – Fleet and Facility Management
World Food Programme · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Business Support Assistant – Fleet and Facility Management role supports the World Food Programme's Zambia Country Office by providing essential administrative and operational services. Key responsibilities include fleet management (driver supervision, vehicle maintenance, fuel tracking), facilities management (office operations, utilities monitoring, OSH inspections), consumables and inventory administration, and vendor coordination. The position requires managing daily transport schedules, conducting vehicle checks, overseeing minor repairs, maintaining office consumables, and supporting logistics processes. The role reports to the Business Support Associate and involves ensuring smooth office operations, accurate recordkeeping, and compliance with WFP standards in a multicultural environment.
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Business Support Assistant – Travel and Assets Management
World Food Programme · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Business Support Assistant – Travel and Assets Management role supports the World Food Programme's Zambia Country Office by managing travel and asset administration processes. Key responsibilities include processing travel authorizations, coordinating air travel bookings, maintaining travel dashboards, conducting asset tracking and verification, managing vendor and invoice processing, and supporting financial monitoring. The position requires strong administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and ICT tools like SAP ERP and ServiceNow, and experience in business support services. The role reports to the Business Support Associate and plays a crucial part in ensuring compliance with WFP's business support procedures and standards.
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Top organisations
- International Trade Centre 2
- UNICEF 2
- United Nations Development Programme 2
- World Food Programme 2
Top countries
- Zambia 8
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What kinds of UN jobs are available in Zambia?
Roles range from international professional staff to national officers, general service staff, internships, and UN Volunteer or consultancy assignments — depending on the specific agency's presence and current recruitment cycle.
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