Program Manager - Professional Trades Innovation

Role Overview

The Program Manager leads Family Legacy's Professional Trades Innovation program, which equips students with practical, marketable skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance. The role provides strategic leadership, staff oversight, and partnership development to ensure high-quality trades education integrated with mentorship and discipleship opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trades training and career pathways across Legacy Academies.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Trades program staff.

• Provide students with career guidance, entrepreneurship opportunities, and spiritual mentorship.

• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, training bodies, and vendors.

• Monitor program outcomes and ensure alignment with Family Legacy's mission and strategy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a trades-related field.

• Valid Teaching Council of Zambia certification.

• TEVETA Trades Instructor certification (required).

• Minimum 3 years experience in trades education, skills training, or program management.

• Strong leadership, partnership-building, and communication skills.

• Committed Christian with a passion for discipling youth.

Level of Contact with Children

High Level: Regular and direct interaction with children and youth.

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