Accounts Clerk

Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Zambia, a local NGO operating across Zambia for 40 years, is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the position of Accounts Clerk.

About the Employer

DAPP Zambia works in all 10 provinces, reaching over 1 million people through development projects, and employs more than 1,000 staff. Its thematic areas include agriculture, environment, climate change adaptation and mitigation, health, education and integrated community development. As a member of the Federation Humana People to People, it receives technical support and also runs a fundraising enterprise selling second-hand clothes and shoes donated from Europe.

Role Details

• Position: Accounts Clerk
• Location: Kabwe

Key Responsibilities

• Review and ensure prompt retirement of receipts from the projects and post into SAGE 300
• Alert superiors and the Finance and Administration team of any challenges from, or within, the projects
• Ensure that relevant information or correspondence from donor partners is maintained in the respective file
• Review monthly reports for data quality, working directly and promptly with project leaders to correct inaccuracies
• Analyse and balance creditors' balances on the trial balance and ensure it is signed by the respective Project Accountant
• Review and post invoices according to DAPP guidelines
• Assist the Project Accountant and Project Officers in collecting outstanding accounts receivables
• Prepare receipts, ensuring they reconcile with revenue and system reports, and confirm that funds received from partners have been receipted
• Process and review receipts and travel expense reports related to the project
• Work on other projects as assigned by the supervisor
• Support internal and external auditors' requirements, which may include vouching and reconciliation
• Ensure performance reviews are conducted on schedule, without fail

Qualifications

• Certificate in Accountancy or first level of a professional accounting qualification such as CA Zambia, ACCA or CIMA
• At least 1 year of working experience in a busy environment
• Paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)

Key Skills Required

• Working knowledge of an ERP system; knowledge of SAGE 300 is an added advantage
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office applications
• Analytical skills
• Ability to learn new systems
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours
• Good interpersonal skills

How to Apply

• Applications must include a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and at least 3 referees, and must be received by 1 November 2026
• The cover letter and CV should preferably be combined into one document, named with the applicant's name, with the job title used as the subject line
• Applicants must state, in the application letter, their current or last gross salary received
• Apply through the Apply button on this page

Safeguarding & PSEAH Commitment

DAPP in Zambia has a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH). It is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its staff, partners and the communities it serves. All selected candidates will undergo comprehensive reference and background checks, including verification of past misconduct, before an offer of employment is finalised.

Other Information

• DAPP is an equal opportunity employer
• DAPP in Zambia does not ask for payment at any time during the recruitment process
• The selected candidate will be required to provide certificates verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
• Local residents of Kabwe are particularly encouraged to apply

Application Deadline

• 1 November 2026