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Volunteer Community-Based Paralegal Jobs in Zambia

Join the Paralegal Alliance Network (PAN) as a volunteer community-based paralegal and contribute to strengthening land rights and access to justice within your community. This opportunity allows you to play a vital role in promoting transparent and equitable land governance across Zambia’s targeted districts.

About the Opportunity

The Paralegal Alliance Network (PAN) Zambia, in collaboration with the Zambia Land Alliance (ZLA) and Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z), is seeking committed individuals to fill 11 volunteer Community-Based Paralegal positions. This full-time volunteer role spans from January 2026 through December 2028 and focuses on empowering communities through legal education and advocacy.

Project Locations

The project is active in the following districts and communities:

• Kalumbila: Mukumbi, Munema/Matebo
• Mufumbwe: Chizela
• Mkushi: Chitina, Shaibila
• Serenje: Kabamba, Muchinda
• Mansa: Chimese, Mabumba
• Kawambwa: Chama, Mushota

Key Responsibilities for Volunteer Community-Based Paralegal Jobs in Zambia

• Lead community awareness initiatives on land governance, environmental rights, and gender equality.
• Facilitate local grievance redress and alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Document land disputes and environmental rights violations to aid legal referrals.
• Collaborate with traditional authorities, local government bodies, and vulnerable community groups.
• Support Community Land Advocacy Committees (CLAC) and Study Circle groups in their advocacy efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified permanent resident of one of the targeted districts listed above.
• Possession of a TEVETA-recognized Level III Paralegal Certificate.
• Fluency in the local language spoken within your district.
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights, social accountability, transparency, and gender equality.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents clearly stating their home district:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of academic certificates

Applications can be sent by post or email to:

Application Deadline: 10th July 2026

Women, youth, and persons with disabilities residing in the targeted districts are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Category

Public Sector