Employer and vacancy source: National Assembly of Zambia
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- EmployerNational Assembly of Zambia
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
- Employer websitewww.parliament.gov.zm
- Application methodExternal application link
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- National Assembly of Zambia
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- August 7, 2026
- Closing date
- Apply by September 6, 2026
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Legal
- Application method
- External application link
Website National Assembly of Zambia
Job description
The National Assembly of Zambia invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Legal Officer (x4).
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice to the National Assembly Management and Members of Parliament on legal aspects concerning the running of the National Assembly and its mandate.
- Render legal opinions to Management on Parliamentary and Administrative matters.
- Examine and closely follow proceedings on Bills in the National Assembly and ensure passed Bills are assented to and published as Acts of Parliament.
- Draft Private Members’ Bills and amendments to Bills.
- Provide analysis for Bills and International Agreements presented to the National Assembly.
- Draft rulings and announcements for the Speaker and other Presiding Officers.
- Scrutinise contracts and memoranda of understanding entered into by the National Assembly.
- Conduct research on procedural matters and participate in revising Standing Orders and Members’ Handbook as required.
- Attend to litigation in conjunction with the Attorney-General’s Chambers.
- Provide secretarial services to committees and prepare weekly updates on matters connected with the business of the House.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
- Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
- Diploma in Legislative Drafting.
- Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) from a reputable University.
- Holder of a valid Practising Certificate and an Advocate of the High Court of Zambia.
- Member of the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ).
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience.
Application Procedure
All qualifications must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA). Applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, clearly indicating three traceable referees including their contact details, should be submitted and addressed to:
The Hon. Madam Speaker
National Assembly
Parliament Buildings
P.O. Box 31299
Lusaka
Closing Date: 4th September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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