Job overview
Programme Accreditation Officer (3 Positions) is available at Higher Education Authority (HEA) in Lusaka, Zambia. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.
Beware of scammers: an employer will never ask for money from you.
Higher Education Authority (HEA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified Zambians for the position of Programme Accreditation Officer. Number of positions: 3 Location: Lusaka, Zambia Employment type: Full-time JOB PURPOSE Undertake the accreditation and auditing of learning programmes in Higher Education Institutions to ensure that programmes meet established standards. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES • Participate periodically in developing and implementing policies and programmes that guide learning programme accreditation. • Process accreditation documentation in a timely manner to facilitate the accreditation of learning programmes. • Facilitate periodic monitoring and evaluation of learning programmes to ensure conformity with established standards. • Research quality assurance of learning programmes to inform decisions. • Prepare the State of Higher Education Report on learning programme accreditation, lists of accredited programmes, and other reports to support decisions and inform the public. • Prepare the Unit budget in time to support acquisition of departmental resources. • Prepare an individual work plan to monitor, evaluate and improve performance. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline from a recognised Higher Education Institution. Experience Nil (no prior experience requirement is listed). Required competencies Computer skills; Analytical skills; Research skills; Interpersonal skills; Tact and diplomacy; Integrity. HOW TO APPLY Applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambians. Submit your application online only at https://tinyurl.com/heavacancies3. Prepare a comprehensive cover letter clearly stating the position applied for, an updated CV with at least three traceable references, copies of ZAQA-validated qualifications, certified copies of professional certificates and your National Registration Card. Address the application to: The Director-General Higher Education Authority 2nd Floor, Engineering House Plot No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road P.O. Box 50795 Lusaka The online application form requires ONE combined PDF containing the following documents, in this order: 1. Cover letter. 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV). 3. National Registration Card (NRC). 4. Grade 12 Certificate. 5. Academic qualifications. 6. Professional qualifications. 7. Professional membership and practising licence. 8. ZAQA Validation Certificate. Name the combined PDF firstname_lastname_position_applied.pdf. Complete every section of the online form and upload the required PDF. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Closing date: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 17:00 hours. Late applications will not be accepted. ONLY submissions through the application link will be accepted. HEA is an equal opportunity employer and does not request payment for job openings. Any such requests should be considered fraudulent and reported. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Full official vacancy details: https://online.hea.org.zm/careersRequirements
REQUIREMENTS • Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline from a recognised Higher Education Institution. Experience Nil (no prior experience requirement is listed). Required competencies Computer skills; Analytical skills; Research skills; Interpersonal skills; Tact and diplomacy; Integrity. HOW TO APPLY Applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambians. Submit your application online only at https://tinyurl.com/heavacancies3. Prepare a comprehensive cover letter clearly stating the position applied for, an updated CV with at least three traceable references, copies of ZAQA-validated qualifications, certified copies of professional certificates and your National Registration Card. Address the application to: The Director-General Higher Education Authority 2nd Floor, Engineering House Plot No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road P.O. Box 50795 Lusaka The online application form requires ONE combined PDF containing the following documents, in this order: 1. Cover letter. 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV). 3. National Registration Card (NRC). 4. Grade 12 Certificate. 5. Academic qualifications. 6. Professional qualifications. 7. Professional membership and practising licence. 8. ZAQA Validation Certificate. Name the combined PDF firstname_lastname_position_applied.pdf. Complete every section of the online form and upload the required PDF. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Closing date: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 17:00 hours. Late applications will not be accepted. ONLY submissions through the application link will be accepted. HEA is an equal opportunity employer and does not request payment for job openings. Any such requests should be considered fraudulent and reported. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Full official vacancy details: https://online.hea.org.zm/careersExplore related jobs in Zambia
Application guides
Crane Operator Jobs in Zambia: Experience Log and Interview Guide
Prepare a crane-operator application with a clear equipment history, training record, communication examples and practical-assessment questions.
Judiciary of Zambia Jobs: Vacancy Checks and Court-Support Applications
Find the Judiciary of Zambia’s official vacancy notices, distinguish internal recruitment from public calls and prepare accurate registry or court-support applications.
