Manager – Northern Region

“Ensuring Quality in Higher Education”

The Higher Education Authority (HEA), a statutory body established under the Higher

Education Act, 2013, is mandated to regulate and monitor standards in Higher

Education Institutions (HEIs) to ensure quality services and contribute to the

enhancement of human capital and accelerated national development.

The Higher Education Authority is inviting applications from suitably qualified Zambians

to fill the following positions:

VACANCIES

No. Position No.

Required

1. Manager Information and Technology 1
2. Manager – Northern Region 1
3. Executive Assistant 1
4. Accountant – Regional Office 1
5. Quality Assurance Officer- Regional Office 1
6. Information Technology Officer 1
7. Administrative Assistant – Regional Office 1
8. Driver – Regional Office 1
9. Office Assistant – Regional Office 1

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTIONS

2. REGIONAL MANAGER – NORTHERN

JOB PURPOSE

To manage both the technical and administrative functions of the Authority within the

region while promoting and embedding environmental sustainability across all

regional activities. The Regional Manager supports the Head Office in the registration

of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), accreditation of Learning Programmes (LPs),

and Learning Programme Audits.

The role holder is also responsible for institutional audits, surveillance, and inspections

of HEIs ensuring that institutions not only meet standard academic criteria but also

adhere to green campus frameworks, sustainable resource utilization, and ecofriendly operational standards.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Policy and Programmes: Manage effectively the development and

implementation of regional policies and programmes, ensuring the integration

of green benchmarks to guide HEI operations and learning programme

accreditations.

1. Learning Programme Audits: Manage regularly the auditing of Learning

Programmes in the region to ensure conformity to set academic standards and

the integration of sustainability principles in curricula.

1. Registration & Green Infrastructure: Manage timely the registration and

classification of HEIs in the region, evaluating both educational infrastructure

and environmental safety/sustainability compliance.

1. Accreditation & Sustainable Curricula: Manage timely the accreditation of

learning programmes in the region to facilitate quality higher education that

reflects emerging global environmental demands.

1. Institutional & Eco-Campus Audits: Manage regularly the auditing of HEIs in the

region to ensure institutional compliance with academic benchmarks and

green campus standards.

1. Surveillance and Inspections: Manage regular surveillance and inspections of

regional HEIs to verify ongoing compliance with operating standards and

statutory environmental rules.

1. Research & Green Skills Development: Manage periodic research in the region

on topical and emerging higher education issues, prioritizing green skills gaps

and climate-conscious quality assurance models.

1. Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor and evaluate periodically the

implementation of regional programmes to assess service delivery impact and

promote eco-efficient resource use.

1. Digital & Sustainable Reporting: Coordinate the periodic preparation and

paperless publication of state of higher education reports, registered institution

lists, and accreditation updates.

1. Green Budgeting & Resource Efficiency: Coordinate timely preparation of the

regional budget, factoring in total cost of ownership (TCO) and low-carbon

operational targets.

1. Performance Management: Manage timely development of work plans and

implementation of the Performance Management System, incorporating

sustainability goals.

1. Sustainable Staff & Office Management: Manage effectively regional staff,

facility infrastructure, and assets to achieve objectives while actively minimizing

the office’s carbon footprint.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional Qualifications

1. a) Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
2. b) Master’s Science Degree in Education, Natural Sciences, Engineering,

Computer Sciences, or Social Science earned from a recognized Higher

Education Institution. (Additional coursework or exposure to

environmental management, sustainable development, or green audits

is an added advantage).

Experience

1. a) Six (6) years of relevant experience, two (2) of which must be at middle

management level in university administration, consultancy, or research. 

Must demonstrate experience leading field evaluations or managing

project resources efficiently.

Required Competencies

1. a) Leadership & Supervisory skills
2. b) Versatile & Adaptable (capable of adjusting field operations to lowcarbon models)
3. c) Business & Regional operational planning skills
4. d) Facilitation & Stakeholder Service skills
5. e) Advanced Computer literacy & Digital workflow management
6. f) Analytical & Research skills
7. g) Interpersonal skills, Tact, Diplomacy, and high Integrity

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

1. Eligibility: Zambians who meet the minimum qualifications and experience for the specific roles are encouraged to apply.
2. Requirements: Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive cover letter (clearly stating the position applied for), an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), and copies of ZAQA-validated qualifications.
3. Submission: All applications must be addressed to the Director-General and submitted electronically via the following portal: https://tinyurl.com/heavacancies.
4. Closing Date: All applications must be received no later than Friday, 26th June, 2026, at 17:00 hours. Late submissions will not be considered.

Note: The Higher Education Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not request for payments for job openings. Any such activities should be considered fraudulent and reported immediately.

ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

1. Eligibility: Zambians who meet the minimum qualifications and experience for

the specific roles are encouraged to apply.

2. Requirements: Your application should include ZAQA validated qualifications,

an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter clearly stating the

position applied for.

3. Submission: All applications should be addressed to the Director-General and

submitted via the following link https://tinyurl.com/heavacancies

4. Closing Date: All applications must be received no later than Friday, 26th June

2026 at 17:00 hours.