THE ORGANIZATION

The Zambia Academy of Sciences (ZaAS) was established under Act No. 18 of 2020 to, among other functions, promote Science, Technology and Innovation and its utilisation; and provide independent and evidence-informed scientific advice or opinion to government, the private sector, and the general public, on matters concerning science, technology and innovation.

PROGRAMMES OFFICER

1.    JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction the Executive Director, the Programmes Officer will mainly be responsible for technical development, implementation and coordination of programmes of the Academy.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

a.    Project development, including proposal writing and planning

b.    Liaison with local partners on projects

c. Liaison with Zambian institutions involved in the development, advancement, and promotion of science in Zambia

d.    Provision of support to the Zambia Young Academy of Science (ZYAS), JETS, and other young science events

3.    KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

a)   QUALIFICATION

  Minimum of a Masters Degree in natural sciences, technology, or social sciences.

b)      EXPERIENCE

  i.    Minimum of three (3) years post-qualification experience, in a research/development-related institution;

      ii.     Knowledge of project planning, development and implementation;

      iii.    Networking experience, especially at the local-level;

      iv.    Knowledge of how science academies operate.

c)      KEY SKILLS

i.   Excellent technical writing and editing skills

ii.   Excellent numerical data and analytical skills

iii.   Scientific reporting and presentation skills

d)   ATTRIBUTES

Self-motivated; Team player with motivational skills; Moral and Professional Integrity; Good public relations skills.

Applications labelled “Programmes Officer”, with a detailed CV; copies of academic (Grade 12 and above), relevant professional qualifications, and a green NRC; a one-page written vision for the Zambia Academy of Sciences (ZaAS); and contact details (Emails, Physical addresses and Telephone Numbers) for Three (03) Referees, should be submitted online or physically to: The Chairperson of the Search Committee, Zambia Academy of Science, National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research Headquarters, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Airport Road, P.O Box, 50266, LUSAKA; Tel: +260 211 250 535; emails: [email protected]; [email protected]; website: www.zaas.org.zm

The closing date for receipt of the applications is Friday, 5^th December 2025.