Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Advisor
Program: Building Effective Networks (BEN)
Position: Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Advisor
Reporting to: Program Manager
Duty Station: National Office, Lusaka Province (with frequent field travel)
Cheshire Homes Society of Zambia (CHSZ) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced
professionals for the position of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Advisor under the Building Effective
Networks (BEN) Program, a Community-Based Rehabilitation / Community-Based Inclusive Development
(CBR/CBID) initiative.
ROLE SUMMARY
The CBR Advisor will provide technical leadership and advisory support on CBR/CBID programming across the
BEN network. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Advisor will enhance the quality, consistency, and
effectiveness of CBR implementation by supporting partners, mentoring CBR focal persons, and ensuring
alignment with national, regional, and international frameworks for disability and inclusive development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide technical guidance and advisory support on CBR/CBID approaches to BEN partners and
implementing teams.
• Support quality implementation of CBR activities across health, education, livelihoods, social inclusion, and
empowerment domains.
• Contribute to the development, review, and application of CBR tools, guidelines, training materials, and
technical reports.
• Support capacity development of partners, CBR focal persons, and community actors through mentoring,
coaching, and training.
• Participate in field monitoring visits, partner reviews, learning events, and technical support missions.
• Support documentation of lessons learned, good practices, and success stories in line with BEN learning
objectives.
• Contribute to disability advocacy initiatives and stakeholder engagement in line with the BEN Multi-Annual
Program Plan (MAP).
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• Promote integration of safeguarding, gender, inclusion, and rights-based approaches in all CBR
interventions.
• Represent the BEN program at technical forums and meetings when delegated by the Program Manager.
CHILD SAFEGUARDING AND PROTECTION
• Adhere to CHSZ Child Safeguarding Policy and procedures at all times.
• Promote safeguarding awareness and compliance among BEN partners and stakeholders.
• Be vigilant to safeguarding risks and report concerns or incidents in line with CHSZ procedures.
• Ensure confidentiality and protection of beneficiary data in accordance with best practice and applicable
laws.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Health, Disability Studies, or a related field.
• or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR), CBID, or disability-inclusive
development programming.
• Demonstrated experience in providing technical advisory support and capacity building.
• Strong knowledge of disability rights frameworks and the CBR Matrix.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 40% of the time.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Strong technical expertise in CBR/CBID
• Excellent facilitation, mentoring, and coaching skills
• Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse partners and communities
• High integrity and commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
How to apply:
Qualified Candidates (m/w) should submit a motivation letter + CV and other supporting documents in
English to the CHSZ email, cheshirezambiajobs@yahoo.com or chszconnect@gmail.com no later than 25th
December 2025 at 4 PM. The application has to be addressed to the National Coordinator of CHSZ.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CHSZ is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from diverse
backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply
M&E Officer
RECRUITMENT OF THE M&E OFFICER
Cheshire Homes Society of Zambia (CHSZ) is looking for suitably qualified individual as
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the Building Effective Network Program with support from
Liliane Foundation. The BEN Programme is a Multi-Annual Programme implemented through a
network of partners, focusing on disability inclusion and development. The programme has a
decentralised structure, with four regional clusters, to ensure responsiveness to local needs and
enhance programme ownership.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title:
Reporting to:
M&E Officer
Program Manager
Location:
Lusaka, Zambia
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• Lead in development of the project’s M&E framework, tools and work plan.
• Support the implementation of the project and effectively coordinate the Monitoring and
Evaluation activities of the project.
• Execute M&E activities and support in fulling M&E functions in all the partners
• Support partner capacity building in M&E
• Ensuring data, timeliness, quality, and validity in all project reports.
• Review quarterly reports to ensure high-quality reports are submitted on time
• and facilitate quality data collection
• Evaluate program outcomes against approved work plans and set objectives.
• Work collaboratively with the partners and different stakeholders in the area of monitoring
and evaluation as need be.
• Facilitate the timely documentation of project results, challenges, and best practices.
• Any other duties assigned.
Essential Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Demography, Statistics, Social Sciences or related field. The
Candidates with Master Degree would be an added advantage.
Essential other:
• At least three or more years’ relevant work experience in M&E in a multi-year development
project
• Have competence and experience working with relevant statistical packages (e.g. Advanced
Excel, STATA, SPSS etc).
• Excellent written English and oral communication skills to all levels of staff.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project
initiation to final stages and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans.
• Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal skills, good organizational skills, ability to
deal with various stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing and data management skills
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision and work under time pressure
and meet deadlines.
How to Apply: Applicants must submit their credentials, that is, CV and cover letter to the
following Email Addresses: cheshirezambiajobs@yahoo.com, chszconnect@gmail.com and
cheshirezambiajobs@yahoo.com until 25th December 2025.
Program Officer
Programme Officer – Building Effective Networks (BEN) Program
Organisation: Cheshire Homes Society of Zambia (CHSZ)
Project: Building Effective Networks (BEN) Program
Position: Programme Officer
Reporting to: MAPP Program Manager
Duty Station: National Office, Lusaka Province (with field travel)
Purpose of the Position
The Programme Officer will support the effective implementation of the Building Effective Networks (BEN)
Program, a Community-Based Rehabilitation / Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBR/CBID)
initiative. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Programme Officer will be responsible for day-to-day
project coordination, field implementation, partner support, monitoring, documentation, and reporting to
ensure timely and high-quality delivery of program activities that improve the lives of persons with
disabilities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Implementation and Coordination
• Support the implementation of BEN program activities in line with approved work plans, budgets, and
timelines.
• Coordinate closely with partner organisations, CBR focal persons, and community stakeholders at
district and provincial levels.
• Facilitate field activities, trainings, meetings, and community engagements under the BEN program.
2. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
• Support routine monitoring of project activities and collection of data in line with established M&E
frameworks.
• Prepare timely activity reports, field reports, case studies, and success stories.
• Contribute to project reviews, evaluations, and learning processes.
3. Partner Support and Capacity Building
• Provide technical and administrative support to implementing partners and CBR focal persons.
• Support capacity development initiatives for partners in planning, reporting, safeguarding, and
disability inclusion.
• Assist in follow-up on capacity assessment action plans.
4. Documentation and Communication
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including attendance lists, activity reports, photographs,
and lessons learned.
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• Support coordination of program communication materials, publications, and information sharing
with stakeholders.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Representation
• Support engagement with local authorities, service providers, OPDs, and community leaders.
• Represent the BEN program at district or provincial meetings when delegated by the Program
Manager.
6. Child Safeguarding and Protection
• Adhere to CHSZ Child Safeguarding Policy and procedures at all times.
• Support safeguarding awareness and compliance among partners and community actors.
• Report any safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures.
7. Other Duties
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Program Manager or Senior Management in support of the
BEN program.
Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Health, or a
related field. A Masters degree would be an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project implementation, preferably within disability, CBR/CBID, or
community development programs.
• Demonstrated experience in field coordination and reporting.
• Knowledge of disability inclusion, human rights, and community-based development approaches.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 40% of the time.
Core Competencies
• Strong organisational and coordination skills
• Team-oriented with the ability to work across partner organisations
• Attention to detail and results-oriented
• Integrity, professionalism, and commitment to safeguarding
• Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders
How to apply:
Qualified Candidates (m/w) should submit a motivation letter + CV and other supporting documents in
English to CHSZ email, cheshirezambiajobs@yahoo.com or chszconnect@gmail.com no later than 25th
December 2025 at 4 PM. The application has to be addressed to the National Coordinator of CHSZ.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CHSZ is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from diverse
backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply
