Zambia Statistics Agency
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
7th April, 2026
The Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) was established under the Statistics Act, Chapter 127 of the Laws of Zambia, for the coordination of an integrated National Statistical System (NSS) to build a sustainable capacity for the production and use of statistical data and information for planning purposes at all levels of governance.
ZamStats has embarked on a transformative agenda which responds to the current trends in the statistical eco-system. In this regard, ZamStats hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who are self-driven and dynamic with an impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions:
1. Job Title: Director – Demography and Social Statistics (Salary Grade ZSA02/M) (1 Position)
A. Job Purpose
Provide strategic and technical leadership for the design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of demographic, social, governance and cultural statistics across the National Statistical System (NSS). The role ensures fit-for-purpose survey and census programs, integration of administrative and Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) data, methodological rigor, gender and inclusivity mainstreaming, and timely dissemination of high-quality social indicators to inform national development planning, evidence-based policymaking, and international reporting (e.g., SDGs,) and Agenda 2063.
B. The job holder will perform the following functions:
I. Plan and execute decennial census to international standards
II. Run regular household and thematic surveys
III. Strengthen use of Administrative Data with the relevant Stakeholders
IV. Apply Quality Assurance frameworks and metadata standards for consistency
V. Use Geographical Information System (GIS) and model-based estimation for poverty, health and education mapping
VI. Convert statistics into actionable insights and meet external reporting duties
VII. Ensure disaggregation and inclusive statistics
VIII. Safeguard respondents, staff, and data; uphold ethics
IX. Build technical capability and manage people and budgets
X. Align producers/users of Social-Economic Statistics to reduce duplication and raise quality
C. Required Academic and Professional Qualifications:
I. Full Grade Twelve (12) / Form V Certificate
II. Bachelor’s Degree in Demography, Statistics, Economics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and other related fields
III. Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
D. Required Minimum Job Experience
At least ten (10) years relevant experience, of which five (5) years should be at Management Level
E. Desired Knowledge
I. Survey and Census Methodology
II. Social Indicator Frameworks and SDG Reporting
III. Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) and Administrative Data Integration
IV. Data Quality Assurance Frameworks (SDMX/DDI)
V. Geographical Information System (GIS) and Small-Area Estimation
VI. Dashboard and Data-Visualization Basics
VII. Project and Field-Operations Management
VIII. Budgeting, and Monitoring and Evaluation
F. Desired Competences and Personal Attributes
I. Analytical Skills
II. Problem-Solving Skills
III. Computer skills
IV. Risk and Change Management Skills
V. Leadership and People Development Skills
VI. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy
VII. Communication and Advocacy Skills
VIII. Integrity and Confidentiality
IX. Results Oriented
2. Job Title: Director – Economic Statistics (Salary Grade ZSA02/M) (1 Position)
A. Job Purpose
Provide strategic and technical leadership for the design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of Economic and Financial statistics across the National Statistical System (NSS). The role ensures fit-for-purpose survey and census programs, integration of administrative and, methodological rigor, gender and inclusivity mainstreaming, and timely dissemination of high-quality Economic/Financial indicators to inform national development planning, evidence-based policymaking, and international reporting (e.g., SDGs, Agenda 2063).
B. The Job Holder will perform the following functions:
I. Plan, execute and manage effectively the undertaking of Economic Census and Surveys in order to produce Economic Statistics that meet international standards for policy formulation and decision making
II. Strengthen use of Administrative Data with the relevant Stakeholders
III. Apply Quality Assurance frameworks and metadata standards (e.g., SDMX/DDI) for consistency. Supervise regularly and timely the inputting and updating of economic and financial statistics database in order to ensure availability of up to date and quality official statistics
IV. Manage effectively the development and implementation of standards for the production of official economic and financial statistics across NSS in order to ensure consistency
V. Convert statistics into actionable insights and meet external reporting duties
VI. Safeguard respondents, staff, and data; uphold ethics
VII. Build technical capability and manage people and budgets, in order to improve individual and organizational performance and productivity
VIII. Align producers/users of Economic and Financial statistics to reduce duplication and raise quality
C. Required Academic and Professional Qualifications
I. Full Grade Twelve (12) / Form V Certificate
II. Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Demography, Business Administration, or other fields related to Economic Statistics
III. Master’s Degree in Economics, Statistics and any relevant field will be an added advantage
D. Required Minimum Job Experience
At least ten (10) years relevant experience, of which five (5) years at Management Level
E. Desired Knowledge in
I. Survey and Census Methodology
II. Economic and Financial Indicator Frameworks
III. Project and Field-Operations Management
IV. Planning and Budgeting
V. Monitoring and Evaluation
VI. Sustainable Development Goals Reporting
F. Desired Competencies and Personal Attributes
I. Analytical skills
II. Advanced Computer skills
III. Basic Sampling Skills
IV. Integrity and confidentiality
V. Results Oriented
VI. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy Skills
VII. Leadership and People Development Skills
VIII. Problem-Solving Skills
IX. Communication and Advocacy Skills
X. Risk and Change Management Skills
3. Job Title: Director – National Statistical System Coordination (Salary Grade ZSA02/M) (1 Position)
A. Job Purpose
Provide strategic and technical leadership and coordination of the development, production and dissemination of statistics across the National Statistical System (NSS) in order to ensure adherence to prevailing standards and practices. The role ensures coordination in the production of timely quality statistics by the NSS to inform national development planning, evidence-based policymaking, and international reporting (e.g., SDGs, Agenda 2063).
B. The Job Holder will perform the following functions:
I. Ensure harmonized implementation of statistical activities
II. Ensure consistency in the production of statistics/ to ensure the quality of data is consistent with the NSS
III. Provide information to the Government, key Stakeholders and the general public
IV. Facilitate evidence-based decision making
V. Safeguard respondents, staff, and data; uphold ethics
VI. Build technical capability and manage people and budgets
VII. Align producers/users of official statistics to reduce duplication and raise quality
C. Required Academic and Professional Qualifications
I. Full Grade Twelve (12) / Form V Certificate
II. Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Demography, Mathematics, or other fields related to statistics
III. Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
D. Required Minimum Job Experience
At least ten (10) year’s relevant experience, of which five (5) years should be at Management Level
E. Desired Knowledge
I. Survey and Census Methodology
II. Management Skills Project and field-operations management
III. Budgeting, and Monitoring and Evaluation
IV. Risk and change management
F. Desired Competencies and Personal Attributes
I. Analytical Skills
II. Computer skills
III. Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills
IV. Integrity and Confidentiality
V. Results Oriented
VI. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy
VII. Leadership and People Development
VIII. Problem-Solving Skills
IX. Communication and Advocacy
4. Job Title: Director – Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (Salary Grade ZSA02/M) (1Position)
A. Job Purpose
Provide strategic leadership in the provision of ICT services and digital solutions to support all statistical operations of ZamStats. The Director – ICT shall drive the Agency’s digital transformation, ensuring robust ICT infrastructure, secure Data Management, and effective use of technology in Data Collection, Processing, Analysis, and Dissemination. The role ensures business continuity through reliable Networks and Systems, Safeguards Data Integrity and Confidentiality, and Leads Innovation in E-Statistics (such as online data portals and mobile data collection) to enhance the efficiency and reach of ZamStats’ work.
B. The Job Holder will perform the following functions:
I. Develop and manage an Integrated National Statistical Database to provide reliable, accessible data
II. Design and implement ICT applications to meet end-user requirements and improve business processes
III. Build and maintain robust ICT infrastructure (networks, hardware) to support Agency operations
IV. Implement strong network and database security to protect statistical data integrity and confidentiality
V. Provide effective technical support to all users to ensure smooth daily operations
VI. Enhance ICT competencies among staff and promote effective use of ICT resources
VII. Establish and enforce ICT standards and policies for systems development and procurement
VIII. Re-engineer and automate business processes to improve efficiency in statistical production and dissemination
IX. Manage the human, financial, and physical resources of the ICT department to achieve objectives
X. Implement performance management for ICT staff to drive productivity and accountability
C. Required Academic and Professional Qualifications
I. Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
II. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science Information Technology, and other related fields
III. Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
IV. Member of the Information and Communications Technology Association of Zambia
D. Required Minimum Job Experience
At least ten (10) years of relevant ICT experience in Statistical Information Systems Development, with a minimum of five (5) years in an ICT role at Management Level.
E. Desired Knowledge
I. Software Development or Acquisition Lifecycle
II. Database Management (including SQL Databases) and Cloud Computing Concepts
III. Cybersecurity Practices
IV. Statistical IT Systems and Large Data Management
F. Desired Competences and Personal Attributes
I. Analytical Skills
II. Problem-Solving Skills
III. Risk and Change Management Skills
IV. Leadership and People Development Skills
V. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy
VI. Communication and Advocacy Skills
VII. Computer skills
VIII. Integrity and Confidentiality
IX. Results Oriented
5. Job Title: Director – Corporate Services (Salary Grade ZSA02/M) (1Position)
A. Job Purpose
To provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the Zambia Statistics Agency’s corporate functions support its mandate, mission and vision. This includes strategic planning, optimising resources, managing risk, and effectively managing the Agency staff. The role ensures effective management and coordination of human and financial resources, provision, administrative and logistical support services in order to facilitate smooth operations of the Agency.
B. The Job Holder will perform the following functions:
I. Develop and implement Corporate Strategy
II. Develop and implement Human Resource (HR) strategies, Policies and Procedures to attract, retain, and develop top talent
III. Build a competent, motivated, and ethical workforce in the Agency
IV. Ensure effective management of resources, and facilities
V. Monitor employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and investor confidence
VI. Foster strong relationships with Stakeholders, including Employees, Customers and Investors
VII. Monitor budget adherence, cost reduction, and revenue growth
VIII. Ensure effective governance and compliance with regulatory requirements
IX. Embed a results-based culture and ensure accountability for institutional performance
X. Maintain regulatory compliance and mitigate organizational risks
C. Required Academic and Professional Qualification
I. Full Grade Twelve (12) / Form V Certificate
II. Bachelor’s Degree Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent
III. Master’s in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Public Administration or equivalent will be an added advantage
IV. A member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management
D. Required Minimum Job Experience
At least ten (10) years of relevant Human Resource Management and administration experience, of which five (5) years should be at Management Level.
E. Desired Knowledge
I. Labour Laws and Related Statutory Regulations
II. Human Resources Policies and Procedures
III. HR Management and Development
IV. Strong Leadership and Management Skills
V. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
VI. Financial Planning and Budgeting
VII. Facilities Management
VIII. Strategic Human Resource Planning
IX. Performance Management
X. Human Resource Information Management System (HRIMS)
XI. Payroll Management
F. Desired Competencies and Personal Attributes
I. Leadership and People Development
II. Conflict Management
III. Emotional Intelligence
IV. Interpersonal Skills
V. Integrity and Confidentiality
VI. Results oriented
VII. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy
VIII. Team Building Skills
IX. Communication and Advocacy
X. Change management and Work Culture Modelling
XI. Negotiation skills
XII. Computer skills
NOTE:
- The job holders will be based at the Zambia Statistics Agency Headquarters in Lusaka.
- Applicants who have certificates of verification of local qualifications and/or certificates of verification and evaluation of foreign qualifications issued by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) must submit the said certificates with their applications for the position advertised. Applicants without certificates of verification and/or certificates of verification and evaluation must submit with their applications for the position advertised proof of submission of their application to ZAQA for verification of local qualifications and, where applicable, proof of submission of their application to ZAQA for verification and evaluation of foreign qualifications.
- Candidates who meet the above qualifications and work experience will be considered.
- Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates should apply for one of the above-listed positions only or otherwise be disqualified.
Suitably qualified candidates should submit their application letters, supported by copies of academic and professional qualifications along with detailed CVs, NRC and traceable referees, to the link below, not later than midnight Central African Time (CAT), 17th April, 2026. Applications received later than the closing date shall not be considered.
The application letters should be addressed to:
The Statistician-General
Zambia Statistics Agency
Corner of John Mbita Road and Nationalist Road,
Lusaka, Zambia
Link: https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/lnm8rAXh
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.