JOB VACANCIES

ZamStats Job Vacancies in Lusaka – Exciting Career Opportunities at Zambia Statistics Agency

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

Available Positions at Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats)

We are recruiting for the following four positions:

• Manager, Human Resource and Administration (Salary Grade: ZSA04/L) – 1 Position
• Senior Statistician, Industrial Production (Salary Grade: ZSA05/J) – 1 Position
• Senior Human Resource Officer, Training and Development (Salary Grade: ZSA05/J) – 1 Position
• Senior Human Resource Management Officer (Salary Grade: ZSA05/J) – 1 Position

Detailed Job Descriptions for ZamStats Job Vacancies in Lusaka

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 for ZamStats Job Vacancies in Lusaka

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:
https://www.zamstats.gov.zm/Apply.

Application Deadline: Monday, 28th September 2026 at midnight CAT.
Applications received after this date will not be considered.