Standards and Research Officer

Job description

Higher Education Authority (HEA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified Zambians for the position of Standards and Research Officer.

Number of positions: 1
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment type: Full-time

JOB PURPOSE
Develop and implement standards to provide a regulatory framework for Higher Education Institutions.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Develop and implement policies and programmes to guide the operations of Higher Education Institutions.
• Develop and implement standards in a timely manner to guide registration, institutional audits and accreditation.
• Research emerging issues to inform regulatory decisions.
• Monitor and evaluate standards.
• Prepare reports, including the State of Higher Education Report.
• Prepare the Unit budget.
• Prepare work plans.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline from a recognised Higher Education Institution.

Experience
Three years’ experience, preferably in an institution of learning.

Required competencies
Computer skills; Analytical skills; Research skills; Interpersonal skills; Tact and diplomacy; Integrity.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambians. Submit your application online only at https://tinyurl.com/heavacancies3.

Prepare a comprehensive cover letter clearly stating the position applied for, an updated CV with at least three traceable references, copies of ZAQA-validated qualifications, certified copies of professional certificates and your National Registration Card.

Address the application to:
The Director-General
Higher Education Authority
2nd Floor, Engineering House
Plot No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road
P.O. Box 50795
Lusaka

The online application form requires ONE combined PDF containing the following documents, in this order:
1. Cover letter.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. National Registration Card (NRC).
4. Grade 12 Certificate.
5. Academic qualifications.
6. Professional qualifications.
7. Professional membership and practising licence.
8. ZAQA Validation Certificate.

Name the combined PDF firstname_lastname_position_applied.pdf. Complete every section of the online form and upload the required PDF. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Closing date: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 17:00 hours. Late applications will not be accepted. ONLY submissions through the application link will be accepted.

HEA is an equal opportunity employer and does not request payment for job openings. Any such requests should be considered fraudulent and reported. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Full official vacancy details: https://online.hea.org.zm/careers