EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISEMENT

Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation (MEF), is a faith based, non-denominational and Pan African Centre of Study, Worship and Reflection. It is located in Mindolo, Kitwe District on the Copperbelt Province of Zambia

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill in the following vacant position at Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation.

CARPENTER

MEF is looking for a Carpenter on contractual basis at Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation Campus in Mindolo Kitwe. S/he will be responsible for efficient and effective running of the carpentry workshop and perform general carpentry work at the institution. The successful candidate will also be required to conduct training activities in carpentry and Joinery.

Reports to: The Maintenance Officer

 Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be required to perform the following duties:

• Coordinating training activities for the certificate course in Carpentry and Joinery
• Planning, executing and coordinating all carpentry activities on campus
• Preparing budgets and estimating costs for works to be undertaken at all times
• Conducting routine maintenance inspecting
• Building or repairing cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machinery, hand tools, or power tools
• Fitting and installing new window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using carpentry and joinery tools
• Following established safety rules and regulations, and maintaining a safe and clean environment
• Keeping and maintaining records of time spent on a job and materials purchased for the work
• Responding to carpentry emergencies, determining the issues and making repairs
• Performing regular maintenance works of furniture and other infrastructure on campus
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or principal officers

Qualification and Experience

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate/GCE/Form Five (5)
• Minimum Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery
• TEVETA Accredited Trainer
• At least Two (2) years’ work experience

Desirable Skills and Abilities

• Able to teach
• Proficiency with hand and power tools specific to the carpentry and joinery trade
• Working familiarity with carpentry materials and their appropriate use
• Ability to show initiative
• Must possess strong organizational skills
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• Have a strong sense of personal and work accountability
• Able to multitask
• Team Player

AGE:  Between 22 and 45 years old

Commencement of duty: 1st January 2026

Background: Strong Christian background and able to work in an Ecumenical Environment.

How to apply: Send your CV’s, Cover letter and copies of relevant Academic and Professional qualifications to the address below or email not later than 16th December 2025.

The Executive Director,                                                                                                          Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation,                                                                                                 Plot No. 150, Off Chingola Road,                                                                                                             Mindolo Kitwe, Zambia.

mefdirectoroffice@gmail.com