Job description

Environmental, Social & Governance Officer (1)

Location: CCECC Head Office ,Lusaka Zambia

Employment Type: CONTRACT

China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) is a leading international engineering and construction company committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects while promoting sustainable development, environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong corporate governance.

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Officer to support the implementation of ESG initiatives across our operations in Zambia.

Key Responsibilities

· Organize, compile, and coordinate the preparation of the Company’s annual ESG Sustainable Development Report.

· Coordinate with departments including Production, Operations, Procurement, and Human Resources to ensure ESG principles and requirements are effectively integrated into daily business operations.

· Ensure compliance with Zambian environmental, occupational health, and safety (EHS) legislation and company policies.

· Plan and conduct regular Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) inspections, audits, and employee training programs.

· Develop, implement, and strengthen anti-corruption risk prevention and control mechanisms, and promote compliance with local laws, regulations, and corporate governance policies through awareness and training initiatives.

· Design and implement training and capacity-building programs for local employees based on the regional organizational structure, job responsibilities, competency standards, and business requirements.

· Assist in developing and improving ESG policies, management systems, and internal procedures.

· Prepare technical reports, compliance documentation, and management reports related to ESG performance.

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the following or a related discipline:

o Environmental Engineering

o Safety Engineering

o Civil Engineering

o Environmental Science

o Sustainable Development

o Sociology (particularly for community relations)

o Engineering Management

· Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant professional experience in ESG, EHS, sustainability, compliance, or related fields.

· Previous experience working on road and bridge construction projects is highly preferred.

· Strong knowledge of Zambian environmental, health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements.

· Excellent report writing, documentation, and policy development skills.

· Demonstrated ability to establish and improve management systems and operational procedures.

· Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ESG reporting frameworks will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should send their applications attaching their CV, Cover letter, copies of their academic and professional qualifications in a SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT to  ccecczm@gmail.com 

Indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email. No hard copy applications will be accepted.

Closing Date: 30 JULY 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CCECC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environmental protection, and professional integrity throughout its operations.