Energy Regulation Board (ERB)
Job Title: Zonal Coordinator UPP (x2)
Job Type: 2 years fixed – term contract
Location: Head Office – Lusaka, Copperbelt Region Office – Kitwe
ERB Grade: ERB 5
Reports To: UPP Manager
Background
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body created by the Energy Regulation Act
No. 12 of 2019 to regulate Zambia’s energy sector. The ERB is looking to hire a qualified and
experienced Zambian national to fill the position of Zonal Coordinator UPP to be based
at its Head office and Copperbelt Region office.
Job Purpose
To coordinate zonal activities that include data collection, data cleaning and analysis. This also
includes verification, monitoring, inspection, and reporting activities relating to Uniform
Petroleum Pricing (UPP) Fund claims and contributions. The role is critical to ensuring
accurate fund administration and full compliance with approved guidelines.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibilities for this role include:
• Undertake data collection and analysis that will enable determination of UPP claims
and contributions by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).
• Supervise zonal field data collectors.
• Verify offloading, sales, and supporting documentation relating to UPP claims and
contributions within the assigned zone.
• Conduct field visits to retail sites, depots, and relevant stakeholders to confirm
compliance with UPP requirements.
• Liaise with Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), dealers, transporters, and other
regional stakeholders on all UPP operational matters.
• Prepare comprehensive zonal inspection, verification, and compliance reports for
management action.
• Follow up on identified compliance gaps and submit recommendations for corrective
action.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
• Full Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent with five (5) credits or better.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Transport and
Logistics, or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in inspections, compliance
monitoring, petroleum operations, accounting, or fund administration.
• Must be a paid up Member of a professional body.
• Verification of all qualifications by ZAQA is required
Required Attributes
• Must be able to perform duties with impartiality.
• Practical experience in conducting site inspections.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Meticulous and thorough in verifying documentation.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the pre-application form available at this link: ERB e-Job Application
– Zonal Coordinator (2) – Fill out form or by scanning the QR Code below:
1. Applicants who meet ALL the minimum qualifications above will be invited to submit soft
copies of application letters, current Curriculum Vitae (with minimum two (2)
professional referees, in word version and ZAQA certified photocopies of Grade 12
School Certificate, Diploma Certificate(s), and relevant professional qualification
certificates to jobs@erb.org.zm. No hard copies will be considered.
2. Application deadline is Friday, 21st August 2026.
ERB is an equal opportunity employer, both genders are encouraged to apply. Candidates
involved in any lobbying shall be disqualified. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.