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Make-Ready Team Lead (Announcement: LUSAKA-2026-028) is available at U.S. Embassy Lusaka (U.S. Mission Zambia) in Lusaka, Zambia. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.
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U.S. EMBASSY LUSAKA — VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT U.S. Mission Zambia | Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) Position: Make-Ready Team Lead (All Interested Applicants / All Sources) Announcement Number: LUSAKA-2026-028 Hiring Agency: Embassy of the United States of America – Lusaka Department/Section: Facilities Management Section Series/Grade: LE – 1210-7 Salary: ZMW 242,848.78 / Per Year Work Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Appointment Type: Permanent Open Period: 26 October 2026 – 09 November 2026 Position Summary & Overview: The U.S. Embassy in Lusaka is seeking an experienced, proactive technical supervisor for the position of Make-Ready Team Lead in the Facilities Management Section. The incumbent supervises and coordinates all make-ready residential turnover maintenance and refurbishment projects across government-owned and leased official residences. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Managing, scheduling, and overseeing all aspects of Make-Ready residential preparations, refurbishments, and maintenance across mission-managed residences. Utilizing the Department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (GMMS) to plan, prioritize, and monitor work orders, timelines, and material requisitions. Conducting technical pre-inspections and post-turnover quality control inspections in compliance with U.S. building codes, safety standards, and local regulations. Reading and interpreting architectural plans, blueprints, equipment specifications, and technical manuals. Supervising, evaluating, and mentoring technical trade staff and contractors, ensuring high standards of workmanship and occupational safety. Qualifications and Requirements: Education: Completion of Secondary School (Grade 12 Certificate) plus vocational/technical training or trades qualification in a building, construction, or maintenance discipline. Experience: Progressively responsible hands-on experience in building maintenance, construction trades, or residential turnover work, including experience leading or supervising technical personnel. Skills & Abilities: Thorough knowledge of residential building systems, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and finishing work. Strong leadership, planning, and computer literacy. How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit their application online through the Department of State’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) portal: 🔗 Online Application Portal: Click Here to Apply on the U.S. Embassy ERA Portal Closing Date for Applications: 09 November 2026 Application link: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms?_ref=oxnsb0fnpt0Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements: Education: Completion of Secondary School (Grade 12 Certificate) plus vocational/technical training or trades qualification in a building, construction, or maintenance discipline. Experience: Progressively responsible hands-on experience in building maintenance, construction trades, or residential turnover work, including experience leading or supervising technical personnel. Skills & Abilities: Thorough knowledge of residential building systems, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and finishing work. Strong leadership, planning, and computer literacy. How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit their application online through the Department of State’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) portal: 🔗 Online Application Portal: Click Here to Apply on the U.S. Embassy ERA Portal Closing Date for Applications: 09 November 2026Explore related jobs in Zambia
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