About the Company:

KoBold Metals Zambia Limited is the leading Zambian-led mineral exploration company exploring for the ore deposits that will become the next generation of new mines in Zambia.  KoBold Metals Zambia is the Zambian affiliate of KoBold Metals, a global company that invents and applies artificial intelligence to find mineral deposits worldwide.

KoBold Metals Zambia is building a rapidly growing team of Zambian geologists, operators, and executives to find and develop exploration opportunities and mineral resources drawing upon KoBold’s technology and the expertise of colleagues worldwide.  In the Copperbelt at Chililabombwe, KoBold Metals Zambia is developing the Mingomba deposit into a world-class mine.

Overview:

As the Deputy General Counsel, you will be responsible for developing the Legal Department and ensuring efficient and effective provision of legal services to the Company, as well as legal compliance and minimizing legal risk exposure to the Company.

 Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Play a leading role in developing the Legal Department in one of Zambia’s top mineral exploration and mining companies, as we scale up to run exploration programs throughout Zambia and open a world-class mine
• Develop the company’s legal functions, including but not limited to contract drafting and management, legal entity management, employment matters, compliance with laws and contracts, and many other areas as the company’s legal functions grow;
• Create processes and policies to help build a high-functioning legal department;
• Hire and supervise outside counsel across many subject areas and jurisdictions;
• Represent the company in negotiations in Zambia and Southern Africa; 
• Review, draft, and advise on complex transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions;
• Lead due diligence efforts when the company is conducting diligence about an opportunity and when we are responding to diligence requests;
• Provide immediate legal and business advice to internal clients (i.e. senior executives,  Finance, HR, CSR, Corporate Communications etc);
• Write, revise, and review documents regarding every part of the business;
• Guide and support the company’s global business operations using legal and business skills, such as management of confidential information, tax structuring, and building organizational processes;
• Work across the company to set and meet high standards of ethics, with a focus on safety, anti-corruption, community support, environmental protection, anti-discrimination, and integrity;
• Provide leverage and support to the Chief Legal Officer so that they are more effective at advancing the company’s priorities;
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer.

Qualifications and skills:

• At least 10 years of experience in legal role function in corporate organizations or private practice;
• Experience providing legal service to one of the top corporations in Zambia (for example, a leading bank, mining company, or other leading corporation with the highest standards);
• Experience leading teams of attorneys and staff;
• Degree in law from a recognized university;
• Masters would be an added advantage;
• Member of the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) with valid current practicing certificate;
• Demonstrated understanding of Corporate Law, Mining Law, Employment law and other relevant legislation pertaining to the operations of the business;
• Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills;
• Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice; and
• Strong communication skills both oral and written and excellent presentation skills.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all people.

This position is full-time.

Location: KoBold Metals Zambia corporate headquarters, Lusaka, Zambia. Locations on the Copperbelt and remote roles will also be considered.

At this time, we are only accepting applications from Zambian nationals.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

One Acre Fund operates throughout Central and Southern Province in Zambia. In recent years, we pivoted to a climate-smart agriculture-based program in response to the unique challenges. Our approach is more focused on carbon sequestration and the generation of carbon credits to create a sustainable, scalable impact. Our office in Zambia is located in Kabwe.

About the Role

The Financial Advisory Services Specialist in Zambia supports the financial health and sustainability of One Acre Fund’s Carbon and Core programs. You'll collaborate closely with local and Global Finance teams to lead budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting that directly influence program performance and organizational strategy. You'll work within a two-person Zambia FAS team, consisting of a FAS Associate and this Specialist role.

Responsibilities

Budgeting, Monthly Budget v Actual (BVA) + Grant ReportingYou will work with department heads to set annual budgets and manage monthly BVA process

• You will present new strategies and assessments to stakeholders in compelling arguments
• You will provide important assessments of all budgets and cost projections and conduct cost-benefit analyses for individual departments and the organization as a whole through examining current spending, financial forecasts, and overall goals to make recommendations and guide decisions.
• You will conduct monthly marginal analysis for all Zambia business units to provide analytical support on key causes
• You will work with department heads to strategize ways to maximize cost efficiency at all levels without compromising quality and will roll out clear cost-saving programs with timelines and assessment goals.
• You will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the interdependency of cost drivers
• You will present monthly, quarterly, and annual management account reports to the Country Director and the leadership team.
• You will prepare quarterly grant reports for active grants with strict adherence to donor reporting requirements and timelines.

Complex Grants Management

• You will oversee the management of complex grants, ensuring adherence to donor requirements and reporting.
• You will lead the preparation of comprehensive donor budget reports and forecasts, monitor grant spending versus budget, and ensure compliance with donor requirements.
• You will develop and manage a comprehensive fund flow model to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs, including grant-restricted activities. Proactively coordinate with the payments team to initiate fund transfers between entities as required.
• You will act as a liaison between the finance team, the field team and the fundraising team, providing regular updates on grant progress, compliance, and financial performance.
• You will continuously evaluate and enhance our grant tracking systems, databases, and reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Monthly Payroll Quality Check (QC)

• You will conduct a monthly payroll review of field and office (HQ) staff and explain variances compared to the previous month and compared to budget
• You will provide a high-level explanation of the variances to the Country Director (CD) before approving the payment request

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance; part-qualified ACCA or ZICA member
• Advanced Excel, Google Sheets, and Power BI fluency
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail for "nitty-gritty" errors,
• 4+ years in accounting, finance, or audit with strong financial modelling skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kabwe and Lusaka, Zambia

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Zambia.

Application Deadline

15 June 2026. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About the company: 

The mining industry has steadily become worse at finding new ore deposits, requiring >10X more capital to make discoveries compared to 30 years ago. The easy-to-find, near-surface deposits have largely been found, and the industry has chronically under-invested in new exploration technology, relying on the manual techniques of yesteryear – even as demand accelerates for copper, lithium, and other metals to build electric vehicles, renewable energy, and data centers.

KoBold builds AI models for mineral exploration and deploys those models—alongside our novel sensors—to guide decisions on KoBold-owned-and-operated exploration programs. In the six years since founding, KoBold has become by far both the largest independent mineral exploration company and the largest exploration technology developer. Our data scientists and software engineers, who come from leading technology companies, jointly lead exploration programs with our renowned exploration geologists.

KoBold has proven its first discovery with materially less capital than the industry average and found one of the best copper deposits ever discovered: the copper is far more concentrated than the global average of copper mines, and this asset alone is expected to generate meaningful revenue for decades. KoBold has a portfolio of more than 60 other projects, each of which has the potential for another high-quality discovery.

KoBold is privately held; investors include institutional asset managers T. Rowe Price and Canada Pension Plan Investments; technology venture capitalists Andreessen Horowitz, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, BOND Capital, and Standard Investments; and natural resources companies Equinor, BHP, and Mitsubishi.

About the role

KoBold Metals is seeking a highly skilled Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support. This role is for someone who has already mastered executive support at the highest level and thrives in a fast-moving, high-impact environment.

You’ll manage two busy calendars, coordinate travel and meetings across multiple time zones, and make sure your executives are always prepared and on time. You should be comfortable adapting on the fly and willing to step in during evenings and weekends when needed.

We are a Slack-first culture, which means most of our communication happens there rather than over email. You don’t need prior Slack experience, but you must be comfortable communicating quickly and clearly in a fast-paced setting.

This is a tactical, execution-focused role that’s ideal for someone who loves details, stays calm under pressure, and enjoys keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Responsibilities

Executive and Administrative Support

• Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings, events, and calls across multiple time zones.
• Prioritize requests and ensure the CEO’s time is allocated to the highest-value activities.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, presentations, and follow-up summaries.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.
• Act as the main point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication.
• Anticipate needs, proactively manage priorities, and remove administrative barriers to help the CEO stay focused on key strategic goals.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and digital records for the CEO’s office.

Travel and Visa Coordination

• Plan and manage domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, transport, and itineraries.
• Prepare comprehensive travel packs with schedules, documents, and contact lists.
• Coordinate visa applications, renewals, and compliance documentation with country managers and travel agencies.
• Support logistics for site visits, board meetings, investor meetings, and events.
• Track and reconcile travel-related expenses in alignment with company policy.

Communications and Coordination

• Review, triage, and draft responses to incoming correspondence and emails.
• Serve as liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders to ensure priorities are clear and aligned.
• Manage scheduling and logistics for cross-functional and leadership team meetings.
• Assist in preparing executive presentations for internal and external engagements.
• Support the coordination of high-level company events, retreats, and offsites.
• Manage and recommend CEO’s social media presence
• Curate CEO’s event optics and prepare briefs and short scripts on industry topics and relevant persons

Special Projects

• Support the CEO with ad hoc projects, including research, briefings, and data consolidation.
• Track progress and deliverables for strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with communications or HR teams for executive updates, announcements, or speaking engagements.
• Provide personal assistance where required (e.g., household logistics, special events, and personal travel coordination).

Qualifications

• Seven + years of solid experience supporting a CEO, SVP or C-suite executive in a fast-paced finance or tech environment with great references
• Advanced proficiency in G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Slides), Slack, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working in multinational, tech-driven, or mining environments is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours and occasionally travel on short notices
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with utmost integrity.
• Mining industry trends and intelligence an advantage

KoBold Metals is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for people of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

This position is full-time contract.

Location: Lusaka. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the Zambia.