Website Southern African Institute for Policy and Research
Job Opportunity: Programme Coordinator – IRLI Rule of Law Initiative (Zambia)
Irish Rule of Law International (IRLI), in partnership with the Southern African Institute for Policy and Research (SAIPAR), is seeking a dynamic and skilled Programme Coordinator to support justice reform initiatives in Zambia.
IRLI is a non-profit organisation working globally to promote the rule of law and access to justice through legal technical assistance, research, and capacity-building.
Based at SAIPAR in Lusaka, the Programme Coordinator will act as IRLI’s focal point in Zambia. The role involves:
Coordinating and implementing activities under the IRLI–SAIPAR Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Representing IRLI in Zambia and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
Supporting the delivery and smooth communication of IRLI’s headquarters-led activities in Zambia.
Key Responsibilities and Requirements
A full list of responsibilities and applicant requirements is provided in the Terms of Reference (attached).
How to Apply
Please submit a 2-page CV and a 1-page cover letter to info@saipar.org with the subject line: Programme Coordinator – Zambia.
Documentation that exceeds the length requirements will not be considered.
Application deadline: 13 October 2025
To apply for this job email your details to info@saipar.org