About Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats)

The Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) is pleased to announce several full-time job vacancies based in Lusaka, Zambia. Suitably qualified Zambian citizens are invited to apply for key roles within the Agency. These opportunities offer a chance to contribute to national statistical development and gain valuable experience in dynamic professional environments.

Available Positions

1. Manager, Human Resource and Administration – Salary Grade: ZSA04/L – 1 Position
2. Senior Statistician, Industrial Production – Salary Grade: ZSA05/J – 1 Position
3. Senior Human Resource Officer, Training and Development – Salary Grade: ZSA05/J – 1 Position
4. Senior Human Resource Management Officer – Salary Grade: ZSA05/J – 1 Position

1. Manager, Human Resource and Administration

Job Purpose

Lead the human resource function and provide administrative and logistical support to ensure the smooth operation of the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage human resource planning, recruitment, and staff placement processes.
• Oversee implementation of Conditions of Service and staff welfare programs.
• Manage payroll, staff establishment, and performance appraisal systems.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for departmental activities.
• Develop and monitor work plans for the Human Resource and Administration section.
• Supervise staff and efficiently manage resources within the section.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate with five O Levels including English and Mathematics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• Full membership of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management.
• Minimum eight years’ relevant experience, including at least three years in supervisory or managerial roles.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment law, HRIS, and performance management.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

2. Senior Statistician, Industrial Production

Job Purpose

Coordinate the compilation, analysis, quality assurance, and dissemination of industrial production statistics across manufacturing, mining, construction, energy, and related sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and improve manufacturing, mining, construction, and energy statistical indicators.
• Enhance the Index of Industrial Production and improve industrial coverage and data quality.
• Improve business register and integrate administrative data systems.
• Ensure compliance with statistical standards and metadata requirements.
• Strengthen partnerships and support staff development initiatives.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate with five O Levels including English and Mathematics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Economics and Finance, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Industrial Economics, or related field is an advantage.
• At least five years of relevant experience, including three years in supervisory roles.
• Knowledge of industrial, mining, construction, and energy statistics.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, SAS, or R.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and data quality management skills.

3. Senior Human Resource Officer, Training and Development

Job Purpose

Support the development and implementation of capacity building and professional development programs, and provide operational support for training delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Training Needs Assessments and identify skills gaps.
• Develop and implement training plans and budgets.
• Create training materials and support standardized training delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
• Organize training venues, materials, equipment, and participant lists.
• Manage training logistics, including travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Support facilitation, practical exercises, and post-training assessments.
• Maintain training records and assist with reporting.
• Liaise with training institutions, participants, venues, and service providers.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate with five O Levels including English and Mathematics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Education, Organisational Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in HRM, Organisational Development, Learning and Development, or related field is an advantage.
• Membership of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management.
• Minimum five years’ relevant experience in Training, Learning and Development or Organisational Development, including three years in supervisory or management roles.
• Knowledge of training needs analysis, curriculum design, adult learning principles, and training evaluation.
• Familiarity with LMS, HRIS, budgeting, and vendor management.
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and computer skills.

4. Senior Human Resource Management Officer

Job Purpose

Supervise and manage talent management, employee relations, and compensation functions to support efficient Agency operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage human resource planning and recruitment processes.
• Ensure timely placement of qualified staff.
• Interpret and implement Conditions of Service.
• Prepare payroll inputs and manage staff establishment.
• Develop and implement staff welfare programs.
• Monitor work plans and performance appraisal systems.
• Supervise staff and manage resources within the section.
• Maintain HRIS and prepare required reports.
• Provide leadership on workforce risks, costs, and opportunities.

Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate with five O Levels including English and Mathematics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• Full membership of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management.
• Minimum eight years’ relevant experience, including three years in supervisory or managerial HR roles.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, recruitment, compensation, performance management, and employee relations.
• Expertise in HR analytics and HRIS.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

• Application letter
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Proof of qualification submission to the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
• Detailed CV including two traceable referees
• National Registration Card (NRC)

Applications must be addressed to:

The Statistician General
Zambia Statistics Agency
Corner of John Mbita Road and Nationalist Road
P.O. Box 31908
Lusaka, Zambia

All applications must be submitted via the official online application portal.

Application Deadline

Monday, 28 September 2026 at midnight CAT.

Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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