Eastern Water and Sanitation Company Limited was incorporated as a private company limited by shares, under the Companies Act (Cap 388 of the Laws of Zambia) on 12th May 2008. The Company’s mission is to uplift the living standards of all our customers through the exceptional provision of safe, adequate and affordable and environmentally friendly water supply and sanitation services to the existing and potential clients in the urban and peri-urban areas of Eastern Province. In order to achieve its mandate Eastern Water and Sanitation Company is advertising for the position

In order to achieve its mandate Eastern Water and Sanitation Company is advertising for the following position:-

STORES ASSISTANT (SALARY GRADE G2 – REQUIRED 1: HEAD OFFICE)

JOB PURPOSE

To support the efficient management of inventory and stores operations in order to ensure that materials, goods, and supplies are received, stored, tracked, and issued accurately and safely to support organizational operations

Typical purpose statements include:

·       To assist the Stores Officer in operating the stores and ensuring that all stock items are properly maintained and accounted for.

·       To perform clerical and manual duties in receiving and issuing materials and ensure security and accountability of all items in the store.

·       To supervise and undertake storage and distribution of procured goods in order to facilitate effective organizational operations

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Grade 12 Certificate with at least 5 ‘O’ levels including English & Mathematics

·         Diploma in Purchasing & Supply / Stores Management / Logistics

·         Paid up professional membership to a relevant body is a must

·         Computer Literacy (Excel ERP Tools) is a must  

·         Not less than 2 years experience in a related field

DESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

·      Computer literacy (especially MS Excel and inventory systems)

·      Organizational & record-keeping ability

·      Communication and interpersonal skills

·      Attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity

·      Ability to work under minimum supervision and follow procedures

Only those candidates who meet the above requirements and their qualifications are certified by qualifications Authorities should submit their application letters and Curriculum Vitae (CVs) and day-time telephone numbers to:-

The Human Resources and Administration Manager

Eastern Water and Sanitation Company Limited

PO Box 510464, Parerenyatwa Road

CHIPATA

Applications should be submitted via the EWSC Job Portal: https://jobs.ewsc.co.zm

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Applications should be submitted not later than January 5, 2025

Eastern Water and Sanitation Company Limited upholds the principle of equal employment opportunities to all without discrimination on the basis of gender and other social, cultural political and religious affiliations.