Research Assistant x2 Job Opportunity at Transparency International Zambia – August 2025

Job Vacancy: Research Assistants (x2)

Organization: Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z)
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Temporary (40 working days)
Closing Date: 25th August 2025

1.0 Background

Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) is the local chapter of the global civil society movement Transparency International, dedicated to fighting corruption and promoting transparency, integrity, accountability, and good governance. TI-Z’s vision is “A Zambia anchored on citizens and institutions of integrity” and its mission is to be a leading anti-corruption crusader contributing to national development through a culture of integrity and zero tolerance to corruption.

The Research Department supports key studies such as the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), the Zambia Bribe Payers Index, and other governance-related analyses, including decentralization, Constituency Development Fund (CDF) monitoring, and the cost of elections.

2.0 Job Purpose

TI-Z seeks two (2) Research Assistants to provide research and analytical support on four ongoing studies:

• State of the Civic Space in Zambia

• Corruption vulnerabilities in tax governance and compliance

• Responsible mining, human rights, and corruption risks in the extractive sector

• Corruption vulnerability assessment of the Social Cash Transfer Programme

2.1 Main Responsibilities

• Conduct desk-based research and produce high-quality reports and summaries.

• Collect and analyze qualitative data (e.g., KIIs, FGDs) using NVivo or similar software.

• Collect and analyze quantitative data using STATA, SPSS, or Excel.

• Support methodology development and inception meetings.

• Conduct policy analysis of government actions, laws, and programmes.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Advocacy, Policy, and Research Manager.

3.0 Duration of Engagement

40 working days.

4.0 Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences (Political Science, Economics, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field).

• 2–3 years’ professional experience as a researcher, policy analyst, or associate in a civil society organization, think tank, or similar institution.

• Proficiency in research tools: STATA, SPSS, NVivo (quantitative & qualitative).

• Strong understanding of governance, anti-corruption frameworks, treaties, conventions, and public finance processes (budgeting, taxation, etc.).

• Excellent analytical, writing, teamwork, and communication skills.

• Results-oriented, proactive problem-solving mindset.

5.0 Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit applications no later than Monday, 25th August 2025 via email with the subject line: Research Assistant to:

info@tizambia.org.zm

Applications must be submitted as a single document containing:

• Cover Letter

• Detailed CV (max. 4 pages) highlighting qualifications and relevant experience

Late applications will only be considered at TI-Z’s discretion. TI-Z reserves the right to make an offer based on initial submissions or to make no offer if requirements are not met.

6.0 Notification of Selection

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified in writing.