Zambia Airports Corporation Limited is a reputable Aviation Organisation with a vision to provide World Class and diversified Airport and Air navigation business at the four designated International Airports in Zambia namely; Kenneth Kaunda in Lusaka, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe in Ndola, Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula in Livingstone, Mfuwe and (10) provincial and strategic aerodromes. Zambia Airports Corporation Limited is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill the under listed position under Commercial Services Department.
ANALYST – INVESTMENT AND COMMERCIAL RESEARCH
ANALYST – INVESTMENT AND COMMERCIAL RESEARCH
The Analyst – Investment and Commercial Research is responsible for identifying, evaluating and supporting investment and commercial opportunities that drive the growth and diversification of ZACL’s non-aeronautical revenue. The role provides market intelligence, investment analysis, feasibility assessments and commercial research to inform business development initiatives and investment decisions, in line with applicable legislation, policies, strategies and standards, and the overall ZACL strategy.
Key Performance Areas
Provide direct assistance with the formulation, review and execution of Investment functional strategy, policies and operational plans
Conduct research and keep abreast of new investments and market research methodologies, systems and best practices to ensure sound organisation evidence-based decision making
Provide guidance, expertise and advice to other commercial and business development units on commercial and investments trends and best practice
Forge close relations with other business unit managers to ensure effective delivery of commercial research services
Develop and maintain business relationships with experts in the investment research field in the industry
Apply functional guidelines/ tools, processes, and procedures based on leading practices and most recent theory that address the needs and expectations of various stakeholders
Assist in implementing solutions to ensure continuous improvement continuous service improvement
Assist in implementing technical solutions to optimize processes, procedures and tools to within the function in line with leading practice
Identify and implement processes enhancement activities
Contribute towards the formulation of investment, market research and risk-related policies and ensure the implementation thereof
Manage and monitor the implementation of commercial research operations and activities
Conduct research and analyze the industries in which the Airport operates
Conduct commercial research to inform opportunities to protect and grow portfolios
Perform commercial research and analytical services, including: trends analysis and provision of statistical information to inform commercial services and business development decision making
Analyze alternative investment strategies and identify the most appropriate strategies for specific opportunities
Assist in generating new investment ideas and develop the business case and ensure these are consistent with strategies of relevant areas of the organisation
Assist in defining investment principles in relation to current portfolio and strategic asset allocation and ensure appropriate geographic and asset class diversification
Monitor the implementation of the investment strategy according to the agreed control mechanisms, identify risks and propose mitigation measures
Track and monitor investment performance post implementation against business case objectives to ensure revenue growth for ZACL
Assist in producing accurate long term forward forecasts using all available information
Manage and conduct investment market risk analysis services
Conduct market risk research and make recommendations based on the findings
Lead the departmental budgeting process
Assess markets and business information in order to inform reports on market risk to facilitate informed decision making
Provide information to inform regular (monthly) ratings review committee reports
Assist in preparing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual market risk reports, with recommendations based on the findings
Ensure adherence to the relevant policies, processes and procedures in conducting the work of the Unit
Participate in operational structures, where required
Assist with consultation with key stakeholders and ensure the accuracy of information provided
Assist with periodic and ad-hoc reporting and submission to relevant stakeholders/ committees
Provide assistance in implementing operational projects
Qualification
Grade 12 with 5 O’ level credits or better including English and Mathematics.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or any relevant field.
Experience
3 years work experience in a relevant function.
Professional Membership
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA), or Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ), or Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM), or Securities and Exchange Commission of Zambia (SEC Zambia)
Attributes
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| Quality consciousness | Integrity and Ethics |
| Safety and Security Consciousness | Customer Satisfaction |
| Reliability | Communication |
Hard copy applications with detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of all relevant academic and professional certificates, copy of national registration card (NRC)/ passportand other relevant documents with contact details, names and contact addresses of three (3) traceable referees, should be addressed to the address below by close of business on 2nd September 2026to:
The Director Human Resource
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Head Office,
P O Box 30175
LUSAKA
NB: Please note that only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
How to Apply
Apply using the following link: https://www.zacl.co.zm/corporate/careers/analyst-investment-and-commercial-research
