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Biostatistician

Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) Kitwe

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Employer and vacancy source: Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)

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  • EmployerOccupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
  • LocationKitwe
  • Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
  • Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
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Key details for this vacancy

Employer
Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)
Location
Kitwe
Posted
July 2, 2025
Job type
Full Time
Category
Other
This listing has expired. The original details remain available for reference, but applications are closed. Use the related searches for active vacancies.
  • Full Time
  • Kitwe

Website Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI)

Job description

Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security established under the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 36 of 2010, has its main Offices situated in Kitwe with two branch offices in Solwezi and Lusaka. In addition to the 3 centres, the Institute also offers occupational health and safety (OHS) services to all the sectors throughout the country on outreach basis. The Institute is looking for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions;

BIOSTATISTICIAN [1 POSITION]

JOB OBJECTIVE

Responsible for analyzing and interpreting data using statistical methods to provide insights that help improve organizational processes, decision-making, overall performance and well-being of employees. This role combines analytical expertise, processes and statistics.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Address discrepancies between expected and actual data to maintain organizational integrity.
Analyzing data and interpreting the results of employees using statistical methods to inform OHS policies and interventions.
Ensure compliance with regulations and policies by monitoring changes in data or practices.
Develop training materials for employees on data analysis and decision-making and participate in OHS awareness programmes
Work with Heads of Departments and Regional Managers to update records and ensure all processes are aligned with organizational goals
Developing research designs for OHS studies and participate in data collection and analysis
Collaborate with IT to maintain the integrity of OHS data
Participate in conduction of epidemiological
investigations to identify the causes and contributing factors of occupational injuries and diseases

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Grade 12 school certificate
Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or related field.
Computer literate with knowledge of statistical- analytical software like Epe-Info, STATA, SPSS
Minimum Relevant Pre-Jab Experience: 4 years working experience in the similar field
Registered Member of the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
Valid Practicing License
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis knowledge of database management and data visualization tools
Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn from others
Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn from others
Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to non-expert stakeholders
Qualification in OHS will be an added advantage

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who responded to earlier advert on Epidemiologist position need not to apply.

Closing Date: 18 July 2025

For any queries contact the Institute on the following number: +260 750 125258 or 260 764836633

Candidates should send a cover letter, Educational and Professional Qualifications and a detailed C.V to;

The Director

Occupational Health and Safety Institute

P. O. Box 20205

KITWE

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