Vacancy title:
Deputy Country Director
Employment type: Contractor, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Business Operations, Energy & Mining
Jobs at:
GRL
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, November 2 2026
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, October 29 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Role and Responsibilities
The Deputy Country Director will play a vital role in supporting the Country Director to coordinate and oversee company operations across Zambia. This position requires a strategic leader who can manage multi-departmental activities and ensure operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate operational plans and activities across mining, geology, processing, finance, HR, and other departments.
- Monitor production targets, project progress, staffing levels, and overall operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies through accurate reporting and accountability.
- Conduct regular site visits to oversee operational controls, asset management, stores, and security.
- Prepare weekly operational reports and facilitate the implementation of management decisions.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mining, Engineering, Finance, Business, Operations, or a related field; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
- Minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience in mining, natural resources, construction, or complex multi-site operations.
- Proven expertise in cross-functional management, budgeting, project oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel extensively to remote mining sites as required.
GRL, a prominent mining company operating in Zambia, is currently seeking qualified and experienced professionals for multiple contract positions based in Lusaka and the Northern Provinces. These mining jobs in Lusaka and Northern Provinces offer excellent opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and growing sector within the region.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now ([email protected]) .
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CVs. For further inquiries, applicants may also reach out via WhatsApp at +260 968 194 544.
Applications close on 2 November 2026. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. GRL strongly encourages applications from women to promote diversity within the workforce.
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