ZAMBIA STATISTICS AGENCY (ZAMSTATS)

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 Zambian nationals who are self-driven and dynamic with an impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions:

Manager – Geographic Information Systems (Salary Grade ZSA03/L)

(1 Position)

A. Job Purpose

To coordinate the development, implementation, maintenance and modernization of the National Statistical Geographic Information System (GIS) and National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI); manage geospatial statistical standards, metadata, spatial data integration, census cartography, geospatial analytics and dissemination systems; and support the production of high-quality geospatial statistics, spatially-enabled official statistics and evidence-based decision-making across the National Statistical System.

B. The job holder will perform the following functions:

i. Modernise Geograpihc Information System (GIS) and NSDI systems.

ii. Improve geospatial systems integration with statistical data to support small-area estimation, grid-based statistics, and evidence-based decision-making, in line with the UN Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (GSGF).

iii. Establish and maintain a comprehensive, accurate, and continuously updated National Statistical Geographic Database, including administrative boundaries, enumeration areas, settlements, and infrastructure layers.

iv. Ensure census and survey operations are supported by reliable cartographic products, including enumeration area maps, sampling frames, and field operation tools.

v. Strengthen National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) governance and ensure compliance with national spatial data infrastructure (NSDI) policies, where applicable.

vi. Coordinate geospatial stakeholders and Promote geospatial data sharing.

vii. Develop and enforce geospatial data standards, metadata frameworks, quality assurance benchmarks, and documentation protocols.

viii. Oversee the development and maintenance of geoportals, interactive maps, and dashboards for internal and public use.

ix. Improve geospatial accessibility and enhance user support.

x. Promote the use of geospatial data for monitoring national & development indicators and policy support.

xi. Improve local-level statistics through implementation of small areas techniques.

xii. Protect geospatial systems and data, and manage geospatial risks.

xiii. Build institutional capacity for the adoption of modern geospatial technologies, including remote sensing, satellite imagery, GPS data collection, and geoportal/dashboard development.

xiv. Implement the annual workplan through effective resource management and staff performance.

xv. Safeguard respondents and uphold confidentiality, cyber-security and ethical standards.

C. Minimum Qualifications and Experience

i. Grade 12 School Certificateor its equivalent with five (5) O levels.

ii. Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geomatics, Surveying, Geography, Cartography, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or equivalent relevant field, Statistics, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and other related fields.

iii. Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

iv. At least eight (8) years relevant experience, of which three (3) years should be at Management/Supervisory Level.

D. Desired Knowledge

i. Analytical Skills ( Knowledge of statistical packages relevent for GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS,Python,R);

ii. Geospatial Statistics;

iii. Census Cartography

iv. Small Area Estimation;

v. Remote Sensing;

vi. Spatial Data Infrastructure;

vii. Geoportal Administration;

viii. Spatial Databases (PostGIS/SQL);

ix. GeoAI Applications;

x. SDMX-Geospatial Integration;

xi. Data Quality Assurance Frameworks (SDMX/DDI)

xii. Metadata standards and documentation;

xiii. Strategic and project planning

xiv. Budgeting, and Monitoring and Evaluation

E. Desired Competences and Personal Attributes

i. Result oriented, demonstrate ability to work under strict deadlines

ii. Integrity and confidentiality;

iii. Problem-Solving Skills

iv. Demonstrated commitment to duty and resiliance

v. Stakeholder engagement & diplomacy

vi. Leadership and people development;

vii. Strong Analytical skills

viii. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy

ix. Communication and Advocacy Skills

x. Integrity and Confidentiality

xi. Project and risk management

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• Must submit detailed CVs with a minimum of Two (2) traceable referees, to the address below, not later than Monday 13th July 2026. Applications received later than the closing date shall not be considered.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be addressed to:

The Statistician General
Zambia Statistics Agency
Corner of John Mbita & Nationalist Road
P.O. Box 31908
LUSAKA

APPLICATION LINKS

Manager Positions: https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/dZ6eZNOD

Senior level Positions: https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/WfKLQahf

Statistician and related positions: https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/741b8ffw

Application Deadline: Monday 13th July 2026

Zamstats is an equal opportunity employer, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.