The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR), in partnership with People in Need (PIN), invites qualified and experienced consultants to apply for the position of Expert Consultant – Research, Policy and Budget Analysis Capacity Development under the Local Empowerment and Development – Civil Society (CSO LEADs) Project.

Funded by the European Commission, the CSO LEADs Project seeks to strengthen the resilience, effectiveness, and sustainability of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and CSO Networks across Zambia by enhancing their capacity to engage in evidence-based advocacy, policy development, and social accountability.

About the Assignment

The selected consultant will support 30 CSOs and 10 CSO Networks through a comprehensive capacity development programme focused on:

• Applied research methodologies
• Policy and legislative analysis
• Public budget analysis, tracking, and expenditure monitoring
• Evidence generation and communication for advocacy

The assignment will combine:

• Structured training sessions
• Individual mentorship and coaching
• On-the-job technical support
• Facilitated study visits and peer learning exchanges

Who Should Apply?

Applicants should possess:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in research, policy analysis, and/or public budget analysis
• Proven experience in capacity development, training, mentorship, and coaching of CSOs
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills

Application Deadline

Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 5PM CAT

Interested consultants are encouraged to review the full Terms of Reference and application requirements via the link/button below.

Apply now and contribute to strengthening evidence-based civil society advocacy in Zambia.

For further clarifications, contact the Project Development and Evaluation Unit at the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) on 0955290410, or email info@jctr.org.zm and admin@jctr.org.zm. Address: Martin Mwamba Road, Plot 3813, Olympia Park, Lusaka. Postal: P.O. Box 37774, Lusaka – Zambia.