Project Leader (Engagement Manager) - Zambia

Overview: Work with governments and impact organizations, engaging senior leaders in the public sector to address their most complex challenges to improve outcomes for citizens and communities.

 

About Delivery Associates (DA):
Delivery Associates (DA) is a global social impact consultancy specializing in transforming the public sector. With over a decade of experience and a foundation in Deliverology®, DA guides leaders through every phase of implementation—delivery-oriented strategy formulation, execution, and evaluation. DA partners with governments, philanthropies, and international organizations, employing actionable strategies to achieve sustainable, lasting outcomes. In every one of our services you will find a throughline back to this focus on helping our partners to deliver better results through better implementation. We are a small but global remote organization focused on scaling impact around the world. 

We believe our work is only possible through a commitment to honouring and centering a diverse range of people, experiences, and ideas, and fostering an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and empowering. A diverse team of individuals that can bring their whole self to work will perform better, help us to be stronger partners, and allow us to drive more equitable impact for people around the world. 

 

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced consulting leader to join our growing consulting team in the Africa region, based in Zambia. Our support with clients in the region focuses on impact for beneficiaries and refining implementation along the way, accounting for learnings in the local context. In this multi-country project, you will lead the delivery of priorities, working jointly with government entities, other partners, and your team on the ground to plan for delivery, monitor progress, and address implementation challenges.

This is a contractor role, being offered as a 1-year fixed-term engagement. There may be an opportunity for the engagement to be extended depending on performance and business need.

As a Project Leader, you’ll lead consulting teams working with governments and coalitions to support on-the-ground delivery of project priorities. In this role, you will also support our teams as we grow our work across Africa, bringing a sharp and data-informed analytical problem-solving skill set in addition to programme management experience. 

 

Key Responsibilities.

• Work with governments and donors, engaging senior leaders in public sectors on their most complex challenges by building capabilities for delivering priority projects and informing data-driven decision-making.
• Lead the day-to-day execution of projects while guiding and coaching client teams to deliver and sustain concrete results.
• Facilitate problem-solving, collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement across silos.
• Develop client reports, dashboards, and communication materials.
• Participate in and lead internal initiatives and contribute to the organization and the Africa region's growth.

Core Competencies
We work well with people who demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Communication: ability to lead formative discussions, produce high-quality materials, and tailor messaging effectively.
• Teamwork: efficient collaboration and delegation, while fostering an inclusive teaming environment.
• Problem solving: robust and holistic solution development approach, adapting for risks and opportunities even in the face of ambiguity.
• Results orientation: an owner mentality, diving project success and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Building DA: a commitment to growing and developing the firm, including business development, recruiting, IP development and living our values. 

Mindsets 
We work closely in diverse, global teams, leaning on each other’s strengths. We don’t expect any one person to be all things nor do we operate in silos. Our teams are made up of leaders who are: 

• Adaptable: Able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical: Skilled in dissecting and solving complex problems.
• Accountable: Self-sufficient and reliable in a remote work setting.
• Driven: Committed to delivering high-impact work.
• Curious: Eager to learn from clients, colleagues, and partners.
• Collaborative: Team players who value diverse perspectives.
• Inclusive: Embrace all voices and backgrounds to enrich our work.
• Resilient: Stay on track and persevere through challenges.
• Ethical: High level of integrity and professionalism. 

Required Skills/Experiences:

• Educational background: Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s in business, economics, policy, or public health preferred. Requisite years of professional experience in public health, public policy, and/or apprenticeship pathways will also be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Professional experience: 7-9 years of relevant experience in the public sector, at consulting firms or international organizations with demonstrable client-facing delivery.
• Technical proficiency: Sector expertise in health, nutrition, education, and/or sustainability on the African continent is a plus.
• Team leadership: Project and/or programme management experience, particularly in public health contexts.
• Project management: Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects.
• Build key relationships: Cultivate trust, influence, and a strong sense of partnership among senior stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaboratives: Lead effective meetings and workshops that drive forward problem solving and consensus.
• Manage project teams: Organize teams and delegate tasks to ensure efficient project execution, fostering a healthy teaming culture.
• Lead problem solving sessions: Guide colleagues and partners in breaking down issues to identify root causes and develop solutions.
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Must have business-level proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Authorization + location requirements: Must have existing right-to-work documentation, based in Zambia and/or willing to relocate to Lusaka.

What we offer:

• Impactful work: Opportunities to engage with senior leaders and work on transformative projects.
• Excellent colleagues: We strive to be as talent-dense and diverse as possible, so we are always learning from each other.
• Growth environment: Everyone’s career pathway is unique-be part of a growing organization committed to continuous improvement.
• Flexibility: Remote working environment with opportunities for global collaboration.
• Healthy compensation: Our contractors are offered competitive market rates for the effort they put in.
• Travel opportunities: Minimal team and business travel may be required across the Africa region.

Our Values:
These values serve as an anchor, enabling us to stay true to who we are and what we stand for.

• Passion: It is all about impact.
• Excellence: Delivering to the highest standards.
• Humility: Pride without ego.

For more information, visit deliveryassociates.com/our-work or contact our talent team at talent@deliveryassociates.com.

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