Manager– Training and Development

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT

Advertisement No.6 of 2026

(Both External and Internal)

3rd July 2026

The Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) was established under the Statistics Act,

Chapter 127 of the Laws of Zambia, for the coordination of an integrated National

Statistical System (NSS) to build a sustainable capacity for the production and use of

statistical data and information for planning purposes at all levels of governance.

ZamStats has embarked on a transformative agenda which responds to the current

trends in the statistical eco-system. In this regard, ZamStats hereby invites applications

from suitably qualified Zambian nationals who are self-driven and dynamic with an

impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions:

S/N Job Title Salary

Grade

Number of

2. Manager– Training and Development (Salary Grade ZSA03/L)

(1Position)

1. Job Purpose

To Coordinate the development and implementation of capacity building and

professional development programmes in order to enhance skills/competences and

performance in the Agency and National Statistical System (NSS). The Manager is

responsible for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the National

Statistical Office’s institutional training program. The role ensures that staff at all

levels—from temporary field enumerators to senior technical officers—have the statistical, technical, and operational competencies required to produce credible official statistics. The position leads training needs analysis, curriculum development, and the standardized delivery of large-scale field training for census and survey operations, while building sustainable internal training capacity and a learning culture across the institution.

1. The Job Holder will perform the following functions:
2. Establish an enterprise Learning and Development (L&D) Sstrategy aligned to the Agency transformation and competency framework.

III. Manages effectively the development and implementation of the training policy on statistics related training in order to ensure consistency across the NSS.

1. Design and implement the National Statistical Office (NSO’s) annual and multi-year institutional training program, covering technical, statistical, and operational competencies.

1. Oversee the planning and delivery of recurring professional development training for staff across all Departments.

1. Ensure training programs are responsive and regularly updated to reflect emerging methodologies, technologies, and international statistical standards

VII. Coordinate the conduct of regular Training Needs Assessment in order to identify skills gaps and facilitate appropriate training programmes.

VIII. Develop structured training curricula, modules, and materials based on identified needs.

1. Manage timely the preparation and implementation of training plans in order to ensure coordinated capacity building.

1. Develop and maintain a learning and competency framework for the institution, including defined career development pathways.

1. Establish and manage partnerships with universities, regional statistical training centres, external training providers, NSS actors and donors and other training institutions to support staff development.

XII. Support the development or strengthening of a Statistical Training Institute or equivalent internal training structure, where applicable.

XIII. Establish mechanisms to evaluate training effectiveness, including post-training assessments and certification, and conduct periodic monitoring and evaluation of training programmes in order to develop appropriate interventions.

XIV. Oversee timely development and implementation of training materials in order to ensure standardized training across the NSS.

1. Manages timely development of individual and section work plans in order to monitor and evaluate performance.

XVI. Manage effectively the human and other resources in the section in order to attain the objectives of the Agency.

XVII. Coordinate staff nominations and participation in international and regional training programs, fellowships, and study tours.

XVIII. Build internal trainer pool and mentorship system to reduce cost and sustain learning and provide ongoing mentorship and support to internal trainers to maintain training quality and consistency.

XIX. Lead the planning and delivery of large-scale enumerator, supervisor, and district coordinator training ahead of census and survey field operations.

1. Standardize training delivery across regions to ensure consistency in data collection nationwide.

XXI. Oversee competency testing and certification of trainees prior to field deployment

XXII. Prepare regular reports on training activities, outcomes, and budget utilization for senior management.

1. Minimum Qualification and Experience
2. Grade 12 School Certificateor its equivalent with five (5) O levels
3. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management , Education, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Public Administration or related fied;

iii. Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage

1. A member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management
2. Eight (8) years experience, three (3) of which in a Learning and Development environment, Organisation development role; delivery of competency-based programmes and training evaluation.

1. Desired Knowledge

i Training needs analysis;

ii curriculum design;

iii facilitation and adult learning;

iv coaching;

v learning evaluation

vi LMS/learning records systems;

vii budgeting and vendor management.

viii Strategic Human Resource Planning

ix Performance Management

x Human Resource Information Management System (HRIMS)

1. Desired Competences and Personal Attributes
2. Result oriented, demonstrate ability to work under strict deadlines

1. Integrity and confidentiality;

iii. Problem-Solving Skills

1. Demonstrated commitment to duty and resiliance

1. Stakeholder engagement & diplomacy
2. Leadership and people development;

vii. Strong Analytical skills

viii. Stakeholder Engagement and Diplomacy

1. Communication and Advocacy Skills
2. Integrity and Confidentiality
3. Project and risk management

Applicants who have certificates of verification of local qualifications and/or

certificates of verification and evaluation of foreign qualifications issued by the

Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) must submit the said certificates with

their applications for the position advertised. Applicants without certificates of

verification and/or certificates of verification and evaluation must submit with

their applications for the position advertised proof of submission of their

application to ZAQA for verification of local qualifications and, where

applicable, proof of submission of their application to ZAQA for verification and

evaluation of foreign qualifications.

• Must submit detailed CVs with a minimum of Two (2) traceable referees, to the

address below, not later than Monday 13th July 2026. Applications received

later than the closing date shall not be considered.

The Statistician General

Zambia Statistics Agency

28 of 28

Corner of John Mbita & Nationalist Road

P.O. Box 31908

LUSAKA

Links: Manager Positions. : https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/dZ6eZNOD

 Senior level Positions. : https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/WfKLQahf

 Statistician and related positions: https://ee.kobo.grz.gov.zm/x/741b8ffw

Zamstats is an equal opportunity employer, women and persons with disabilities are

encouraged to apply. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.