Business Administration Graduate Trainee

About Ziba Consulting and the Graduate Trainee Programme

Ziba Consulting Limited partners with private companies, development partners, NGOs, and community organizations to deliver funding proposals, grant management, project design, and business advisory services. We are growing a multidisciplinary team of consultants who excel at developing winning proposals and managing funded projects, while also applying their own specialized expertise.

Our graduate trainee programme is a structured, two-phase development pathway rather than a traditional internship. It prepares trainees for a consulting career through intensive training and practical experience.

Phase 1: Intensive Training (Months 1–6)

Selected trainees will engage in a rigorous, hands-on training programme covering:

• Grant writing and proposal development, including concept notes, full proposals, logframes, theories of change, budgets, and funder compliance
• Grant and project management, encompassing work planning, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, risk management, and results-based financing
• Research, analysis, and professional business writing
• Consulting practices such as client engagement, report writing, presentations, and meeting deadlines

Trainees will work on live client and company assignments from day one under close supervision. A monthly stipend is provided throughout this six-month period.

Phase 2: Placement and Career Development

Upon successful completion of training, trainees will be placed as consultants or full-time staff in one of two streams:

• Grant Writing & Proposal Development
• Project & Grant Management

In addition to core consulting responsibilities, team members will apply their professional backgrounds—such as Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, or Business Development—to support the firm’s internal operations. These functional roles complement, but do not replace, their proposal and project management duties.

Who Should Apply for Graduate Trainee Programme Jobs in Lusaka

We seek applicants from diverse academic backgrounds to enrich our multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates have degrees in fields such as:

• Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• Human Resource Management
• Business Administration, Marketing, or Business Development
• Development Studies, Social Sciences, or Project Management
• Bioenergy, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or Engineering

Applicants must demonstrate:

• A relevant degree in one of the above fields or a related discipline
• Excellent written English with clear, persuasive, and accurate communication skills
• Strong analytical and research capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• High intelligence, sharp thinking, and quick learning ability
• A committed work ethic with discipline and resilience under deadlines
• Self-motivation, integrity, and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Immediate availability to start the programme

Exposure to proposal writing, donor-funded projects, research, or professional work in your field of study is an added advantage.

Benefits of Joining the Graduate Trainee Programme

• Comprehensive, practical training in consulting skills highly sought after in the market
• A monthly stipend during the six-month intensive training phase
• Hands-on experience working on live client and donor-funded projects
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced consultants
• A clear, structured pathway to placement as a consultant or full-time staff member after successful completion

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter (maximum one page) specifying your preferred stream—Proposal Development or Project Management—and how your professional background will benefit the firm
• A detailed CV
• A copy of your Grade 12 Certificate
• A copy of your Degree Certificate

We encourage motivated graduates seeking graduate trainee programme jobs in Lusaka to apply immediately and take the first step toward a rewarding consulting career with Ziba Consulting Limited.

Apply by emailing: ziba.recruit@gmail.com