EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The National Heritage Conservation Commission (NHCC), a statutory body established under the NHCC Act Chapter 173 of the Laws of Zambia within the Ministry of Tourism, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambian nationals to fill the following vacant positions:

STENOGRAPHER TO THE OFFICE OF THE REGIONAL DIRECTOR

Employment Type: Permanent and Pensionable
Positions: (3)

Location:

• Northern Region, Kasama (1)

• East Central Region, Lusaka (1)

• North West Region, Solwezi (1)

Job Purpose:

To facilitate and co-ordinate all Secretarial and basic administrative duties in the office of the Regional Director in order to promote smooth operations in that office. This is to provide accurate and confidential stenographic, transcription.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Taking accurate shorthand dictation and transcribing into typed documents

• Typing letters, reports, minutes, memos and other official documents

• Managing office correspondence, filing and record keeping

• Scheduling appointments and maintaining the Director’s diary

• Receiving and attending to visitors and telephone inquiries professionally

• Maintaining confidentiality of official information

• Providing general secretarial and administrative support to the Director

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate

• Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Studies with shorthand 100/120 wpm / 65 wpm typing

• A Diploma in Office Management or an equivalent qualification will be an added advantage

• Minimum of two (3) years’ relevant work experience in a similar position

• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office applications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent shorthand speed and typing accuracy

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• High level of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills

• Excellent computer skills

Applicants who meet ALL the minimum qualifications should submit hard copies of their application letter, CV, and certified copies of qualifications to:

The Executive Director
National Heritage Conservation Commission
Stand No. 9304, Dedan Kimathi Road,
P.O. Box 320013, Lusaka.

Closing Date: Friday, 30 January 2026

NHCC is an equal opportunity employer. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.