Why Most Jobs Aren’t Advertised (and How Recruiters Find People Instead)
Most people think LinkedIn is just a place to apply for jobs. It isn’t. In November 2025, I…
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Wege Prize 2027 – Over $65,000 USD (~K1.5 Million ZMW) Total Cash Prize Pool, Grand Prize of $30,000 USD (~K720,000 ZMW) & Global Incubation Support for Multidisciplinary Student Innovation Teams
Closing: Closing in 1 days!
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Chevening UK Government Scholarships 2027/2028
Closing: Closing in 3 days!
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Remote Proposal Writer (Relief Applications) – Part-Time Technical Bid Management Position (Global Remote)
Closing: 10 October 2026
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Whitley Awards 2027 (Whitley Fund for Nature) – £50,000 Project Grant, Global Media Profile & International Support for Grassroots Leaders
Closing: 30 October 2026
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 (University of Cape Town) – Fully Funded Undergraduate & Postgraduate Degrees, Campus Housing, Stipend, Laptop & Flights
Closing: 31 October 2026
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University (ASU) 2027–2028 – Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship in the USA (Full Tuition, On-Campus Housing, Monthly Living Stipend, Roundtrip International Flights, Visa Costs & SEVIS Fees)
Closing: 2 November 2026
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Pulitzer Center Local Letters for Global Change Contest 2026 – Cash Prizes of Up to $300 (~K7,200 ZMW), Publication & Global Recognition for K-12 Students
Closing: 15 November 2026
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Yenching Academy of Peking University Master’s Scholarship 2027 – Fully Funded International Master’s Program in China (100% Tuition, On-Campus Housing, Monthly Stipend, Roundtrip Airfare & Medical Insurance)
Closing: 1 December 2026
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Macau Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship 2027–2028 – Fully Funded Master’s & PhD Studies, Full Tuition, Monthly Living Allowance & Accommodation
Closing: 3 December 2026
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Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2027–2028 – Fully Funded Master’s & PhD Studies at the University of Cambridge, Full Tuition, £21,000/Year Stipend, Family Allowance & Flights
Closing: 8 December 2026
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Digital Content and Marketing Coordinator (ACLED) – Full-Time Global Remote Position
If you are a digital marketing specialist, content creator, or campaign coordinator looking to manage audience growth and…
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Program Officer (Emergent Fund) – Full-Time, Remote Role ($100,000 USD / ~K2,400,000 ZMW per Year, 4-Day Work Week)
If you are a project management practitioner or grassroots organizing professional looking to drive participatory grantmaking and rapid-response…
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Remote Proposal Writer (Relief Applications) – Part-Time Technical Bid Management Position (Global Remote)
If you are a proposal writer, bid manager, or technical writer looking to support digital software solutions, data…
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Half-Time Project Manager Associate (The Engine Room) – Remote, Part-Time Position ($25,000 – $30,000 USD / ~K600,000 – K720,000 ZMW per Year)
If you are an organized project management practitioner looking to support global civil society organisations and social justice…
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Practical advice, CV playbooks, and strategies to build your professional lifecycle.
Where to Find Jobs in Zambia: The Complete Guide to Local and International Roles
If you are looking for work in Zambia today, the “old way” of walking from office to office…
Making a Career Action Plan in Zambia
You keep hopping from one job to the next. You send CVs, ask friends, check WhatsApp groups, maybe…
How to Make Money as a Graphic Designer in Zambia
Graphic design is a highly sought-after skill in Zambia, as businesses and organizations in a variety of industries…
🚀 Start & Run a Business
Enterprise playbooks, business idea validation, cash flow management, and founder stories.
Beyond Bank Loans: Alternative Ways to Fund Your Startup in Zambia
Let’s face a tough reality: in Zambia’s current economic landscape, walking into a commercial bank to secure a…
5 Common Financial Mistakes New Zambian Entrepreneurs Make (And How to Avoid Them)
You have successfully navigated the maze of PACRA registration, you’ve finalized your ZRA TPIN structure, and your core…
How to Calculate NAPSA Contributions in Zambia (2026 Guide)
If you have successfully formalized your company with PACRA and sorted your ZRA tax structures, congratulations! You have…
Turnover Tax vs Income Tax in Zambia: Clear Guide for Small Businesses
Picture this: Your new business is finally registered with PACRA. You’ve got your certificates, you’re officially a CEO,…
🌱 Changemaking
Celebrating innovators, social founders, and leaders driving community transformation.
Fighting Poverty in Zambia: What Young People Can Do
Poverty is a major issue in Zambia, with over 60% of the population living below the poverty line.…
How to fund your NGO
By now, you’ve probably gone through my article on registering your NGO in Zambia and maybe you’re relieved…
How to register your NGO/Non-Profit in Zambia in 2022 [UPDATED]
So, you have this great idea to start an NGO in Zambia supporting a cause you're so passionate…
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