The Local Government Service Commission seeks to recruit a qualified and experienced Zambian National to fill the vacant position of Town Clerk under Lusaka City Council
The Commission in this regard invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position:
JOB TITLE: Town Clerk
STATION: Lusaka City Council
SALARY SCALE: LGSS01
DEPARTMENT: General Administration
JOB PURPOSE
To provide oversight leadership and management of the operations of the Council and coordinate Government functions and development programs in order to ensure effective delivery of quality services to the community in the City of Lusaka.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE POSITION
Coordinating effectively, Government and Local Authority programs in order to ensure their effective implementation and enhance the development in the City.
Interpreting accurately. Government policies and programs in order to facilitate their implementation at City level.
Monitoring and evaluating regularly, the implementation of development programs through integrated Planning in order to ensure coordinated city development.
Managing effectively the utilization of human, financial, material and other resources including the Constituency Development Fund in order to facilitate attainment of City development goals and activities.
Overseeing and managing effectively the human resource in order to optimize and enhance staff performance.
Overseeing the management of the public relations functions to ensure effective communication of information between the Council and the public.
Overseeing the provision of public services in order to improve the well-being of the community.
Overseeing the mobilization of financial and other resources in order to enhance smooth operation of the council.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Strategic Management
Interprets the vision, mission and strategic objectives of the Local Authority and ensure motivation among members of staff to work towards attainment of the institutions vision and goals and meet stakeholder expectations.
2) Financial Management
Mobilise financial resources and ensure prudent utilization of financial resources in the local Authority;
3) Stakeholder Engagement
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships and linkages with stakeholders at District, Provincial and National levels and ensure that the local Authority derives positive benefits from these engagements and linkages:
4) Human Resource & Administration
Create and maintain a high performance environment, Characterized by adherence to policies and Administrative guidelines and a strong team orientation.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Good Inter-personal and communication Skills.
Analytical, organization and leadership skills.
Good strategic planning skills.
Full Grade 12 School Certificate or Equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Science or any other relevant field of study which is accredited or recognized and validated by the Zambia Qualification Authority with training in Leadership and Management.
A Masters Degree in any of the above would be an advantage.
APPLICATION GUIDELINE
All applicants must be Zambian Nationals with Green National Registration Card
Aged between 35 and 50
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
All applications must be deposited through EMS Courier at the nearest Post Office.
No applications will be accepted at the Local Government Service Commission.
Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications should apply.
Closing date for receiving applications is 12th October, 2023.
Only successful candidates will be communicated to.
Applications must be addressed to the
Commission Secretary. Local Government Service Commission
Plot 2020 Church Road
P. O. Box 36931,
LUSAKA.
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