CARPENTER

Job description

EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISEMENT

Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation (MEF), is a faith based, non-denominational and Pan African Centre of Study, Worship and Reflection. It is located in Mindolo, Kitwe District on the Copperbelt Province of Zambia

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill in the following vacant position at Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation.

CARPENTER

MEF is looking for a Carpenter on contractual basis at Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation Campus in Mindolo Kitwe. S/he will be responsible for efficient and effective running of the carpentry workshop and perform general carpentry work at the institution. The successful candidate will also be required to conduct training activities in carpentry and Joinery.

Reports to: The Maintenance Officer

 Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be required to perform the following duties:

Coordinating training activities for the certificate course in Carpentry and Joinery
Planning, executing and coordinating all carpentry activities on campus
Preparing budgets and estimating costs for works to be undertaken at all times
Conducting routine maintenance inspecting
Building or repairing cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machinery, hand tools, or power tools
Fitting and installing new window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using carpentry and joinery tools
Following established safety rules and regulations, and maintaining a safe and clean environment
Keeping and maintaining records of time spent on a job and materials purchased for the work
Responding to carpentry emergencies, determining the issues and making repairs
Performing regular maintenance works of furniture and other infrastructure on campus
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or principal officers

Qualification and Experience

Full Grade 12 School Certificate/GCE/Form Five (5)
Minimum Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery
TEVETA Accredited Trainer
At least Two (2) years’ work experience

Desirable Skills and Abilities

Able to teach
Proficiency with hand and power tools specific to the carpentry and joinery trade
Working familiarity with carpentry materials and their appropriate use
Ability to show initiative
Must possess strong organizational skills
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Have a strong sense of personal and work accountability
Able to multitask
Team Player

AGE:  Between 22 and 45 years old

Commencement of duty: 1st January 2026

Background: Strong Christian background and able to work in an Ecumenical Environment.

How to apply: Send your CV’s, Cover letter and copies of relevant Academic and Professional qualifications to the address below or email not later than 16th December 2025.

The Executive Director,                                                                                                          Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation,                                                                                                 Plot No. 150, Off Chingola Road,                                                                                                             Mindolo Kitwe, Zambia.

mefdirectoroffice@gmail.com