Relocation Assistant

Overview

Our client, a multinational engineering and construction firm, is looking for a highly organized and proactive Relocation Assistant to support land acquisition, resettlement, and stakeholder engagement efforts for significant infrastructure projects in Lusaka, Zambia. The successful candidate will coordinate relocation activities, manage community relations, and support site operations while ensuring regulatory and company compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate land acquisition, demolition, relocations, and compensation arrangements according to project needs.
• Implement resettlement plans ensuring alignment with company policies and local regulations.
• Act as liaison between project teams and affected residents during relocation processes, communicating clearly and escalating unresolved issues to management.
• Engage with local authorities, traditional leaders, community groups, and stakeholders to maintain positive relations and support public consultations.
• Participate in household surveys and socioeconomic data collection for asset and property verification ahead of compensation.
• Track compensation payment progress, organize necessary documentation, and maintain accurate records in compliance with procedures.
• Manage both physical and digital filing systems for relocation and compensation records, preserving confidentiality and supporting management reports.
• Assist with on-site coordination by facilitating communication among contractors, project teams, and affected individuals, and support supervisors in daily operations.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Administration, or related Social Science fields.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience within engineering, construction, infrastructure, land acquisition, or resettlement sectors.
• Strong familiarity with local land acquisition laws, compensation protocols, and stakeholder engagement methods is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively in field and site-based environments, managing multiple tasks under pressure.
• Willingness to travel extensively with a valid driver's license.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse groups diplomatically and culturally sensitively.
• Ability to speak multiple local languages to enhance stakeholder communication.

Additional Skills & Attributes

• Clear and accurate verbal and written communication, including report and document preparation.
• Proactive attitude with the capability to anticipate project needs and independently coordinate activities.
• Strong teamwork skills to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and support colleagues in fieldwork.
• High attention to detail ensuring accuracy in records, confidential handling of information, and adherence to company standards.
• Logical problem-solving ability to assess situations, manage priorities under tight deadlines, and propose practical solutions.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn evolving relocation processes and adapt to changing project demands.

Application Information

Candidates interested in this position must apply before 17th August 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. TopFloor Ltd operates as an equal opportunity employer and does not charge candidates any fees for job placement.