Programme Officer – Documentation And Information Technology

Job description

NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL

The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) is a Statutory Body established under the Science and Technology Act No. 26 of 1997. The Council’s mandate is to promote the development and application of science and technology in order to create national wealth and improve the quality of life for the people of Zambia.

A vacancy has arisen within the Council, and suitably qualified Zambian nationals are invited to apply for the following positions:

PROGRAMME OFFICER – DOCUMENTATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (DIT)

PURPOSE OF JOB:

To implement a programme for Information Communication Technology (ICT) and manage documentation and publications

KEY RESULT AREA

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (MAIN DUTIES)

Database Management

Create and maintain an updated database of funded projects, R&D activities and funding agencies
Develop and maintain management system
Management of the website

Publications

Timely publication of Brochures, Newsletter, Flyer, Reports (Workshop Proceedings, Special Studies)
Collection of Annual Reports, Journals, Sectoral Policies and handling subscription to International journals
Developing concepts, graphics and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs.

Computer Support Services

Install software on computers and Servers
Provides assistance and resolves problems with regard to hardware and software
Preventive maintenance to computers

Network Support Services

Provide technical assistance in LAN and WAN
Preventive maintenance to LAN and WAN

Technical Leadership

Provide guidance on security, design and acquisition of computer and network systems

Documentaries

Produces documentaries of NSTC events

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, Telecommunications and Electronics Engineering, Information Technology Computer Mathematics or Physics.
3 years’ experience in Information Management or related field
Computer: Database management
Written and Oral communication
Survey methodologies
A high level of integrity Initiative and confidence.
Good public relations

APPLICATION FORMAT

Interested candidates should submit application with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional qualifications clearly label the envelope the position applied for including contact telephone numbers and three (03) names and addresses of referees to:

Applications should be addressed to:

The Acting Executive Secretary

National Science and Technology Council
P.O. Box 51309
LUSAKA

Email: nstc@nstc.org.zm

Closing Date: 30th July 2025