About Transparency & Accountability Lab

Transparency & Accountability Lab (TAL) is a Zambian non-profit organisation working to strengthen citizen participation, transparency and accountability in local governance.

Since its founding in Choma District in 2019, TAL has built a strong grassroots presence, engaging citizens, particularly young people and women, in governance processes through civic education, community-led monitoring and youth leadership programmes.

Guided by its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, TAL is expanding its work across four strategic pillars:

• Citizen Participation and Governance.
• Public Service Accountability.
• Youth Leadership and Civic Innovation.
• Institutional Sustainability.

TAL is looking for a motivated Programmes Intern to join its team and support the delivery of this agenda.

About the Role

The Programmes Intern will support TAL's governance and accountability programmes, from planning and implementation through to monitoring and reporting.

This opportunity is designed for an early-career development professional seeking practical experience in programme management, donor reporting, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems, and community-based governance work while contributing to TAL's mission of building a more transparent and accountable Zambia.

Important: Only applicants based in Choma District should apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, planning, implementation and evaluation of TAL's governance and accountability programmes.
• Help develop programme workplans, logical frameworks and results matrices in line with donor requirements.
• Support day-to-day programme implementation and help ensure timely delivery against targets and milestones.
• Coordinate with government institutions, civil society partners and community stakeholders to support effective programme delivery.
• Assist in preparing quarterly, semi-annual and annual programme reports for donors and management.
• Support the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) system and related data collection processes.
• Help identify programme risks and contribute to mitigation strategies in consultation with the Team Lead.
• Assist in developing fundraising proposals, concept notes and expressions of interest.
• Support the coordination of programme officers and field-based staff or volunteers.
• Help maintain relationships with implementing partners and support compliance with grant agreements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A degree, or final-year student status, in Development Studies, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Sciences or a related field.
• Genuine interest in governance, transparency, accountability and civic participation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with communities, local authorities and partners with cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
• Basic knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel within and outside Zambia, including frequent travel to community locations in Choma District and Southern Province.
• A proactive, adaptable team player who is eager to learn.
• Applicants must be based in Choma District.

What TAL Offers

• Hands-on experience in programme management within a growing, community-rooted governance organisation.
• Mentorship and skills development in civic engagement, MEAL and donor reporting.
• Exposure to Zambia's local governance ecosystem, including Ward Development Committees and local authorities.
• An opportunity to contribute to meaningful, measurable change in communities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

1. A cover letter outlining their interest and suitability for the role.
2. An updated CV.
3. Contact details of two referees.

Email applications to: admin@ztalab.org

Email Subject: Application – Programmes Intern

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

TAL is an equal-opportunity organisation and encourages applications from women and young people.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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