Join us in building brighter futures. We’re looking for talented, committed people who share our belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Current vacancies:
We are excited to be recruiting three new board members across Zambia and the UK to support our Strategy, particularly with fundraising and programme.
Please see our BII Recruitment Pack 2026.
Trustee to lead on institutional partnerships, (based in UK/ Europe)
We are looking for a trustee with institutional fundraising experience who understands consortia and partnerships development. They will bring:
- Senior experience of securing institutional or statutory funding at scale.
- Direct experience of building, leading or negotiating within consortia that bring together NGOs, private sector partners, research institutions or government.
- A clear understanding of what funders test in due diligence.
- Sound judgement on when to bid, when to partner and when to decline.
- Willingness to open doors.
- This role is open to candidates in UK or Europe, with a knowledge of Zambia or Sub-Saharan Africa.
Please see the Trustee Role Description – Fundraising and Institutional Partnerships for more details.
If you have the expertise and share our values, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Alison McKittrick at [email protected]
Trustee to lead on private sector partnerships, (based in UK/ Europe)
We are looking for a trustee who will help us grow our private sector networks. They will bring:
- A strong finance or business background at a senior level.
- Established networks across the UK or European private sector, and a willingness to use them on our behalf.
- An understanding of how corporate decisions on partnership, sponsorship, and ESG commitments are made and funded.
- This role is open to candidates in UK or Europe, with a knowledge of Zambia or Sub-Saharan Africa.
Please see the Trustee Role Description – Private Sector Partnerships for more details.
If you have the expertise and share our values, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Alison McKittrick at [email protected]
Director of Finance and Administration, Lusaka
We are seeking an experienced accountant to join our Senior Management Team. With a minimum of three years at management level, and experience in an international NGO operating across more than one country, this role will hold overall responsibility for the accounting, regulatory, banking and audit requirements of both the UK and Zambia registered charities and laws.
- Oversee financial planning including the long-term (3 – 5 years).
- Oversee budgeting.
- Oversee the organisational risk register and manager the financial risks typical of an international charity, including currency movements, staff retention, and exposure to fraud and cybercrime.
- Ensure that financial and information technology systems and processes in the UK and in Zambia are fit for purpose and resilient.
- Oversee procurement ensuring value for money and sound controls.
Please see the full Director of Finance and Administration job description for more details.
If you have the expertise, and share our values, please contact [email protected]. Thanks
