Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) is a statutory body established pursuant to the ZAQA Act No. 8 of 2024 to develop and implement a National Qualifications Framework (NQF), register qualifications on the NQF, verify and evaluate qualifications and ensure that standards and registered qualifications are internationally comparable.
ZAQA is currently seeking the services of a suitably qualified person to fill the position of:
LEGAL OFFICER (Permanent and Pensionable)
Overall Responsibility
To undertake the provision of the legal services in order to ensure that the Authority operates within the legal framework and safeguard its interests.
Qualifications and Experience:
i) Full Grade 12 School Certificate
ii) Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
iii) Ability to write technical and analytical Reports
iv) Ability to communicate effectively in English
v) Qualifications under (i) and (ii) MUST be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority and verification/evaluation certificates submitted together with the application
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should send their applications attaching their cover letter, CV, copies of academic and professional qualifications and ZAQA verification certificates in a SINGLE PDF document to recruitments@zaqa.gov.zm addressed to:
THE DIRECTOR GENERAL
Zambia Qualifications Authority
Finsbury Park
Kabwe Roundabout
P O Box 51103
LUSAKA
Indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email. No hard copy applications will be accepted.
Detailed job descriptions can be found on our website Vacancies – ZAQA
The closing date for receiving applications is TUESDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER 2026 at 17:00 hours.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE RESPONDED TO