Job Opening: Programme Officer – Documentation and Information Technology (DIT)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) is a Statutory Body established under the Science and Technology Act No. 26 of 1997. The Council’s mandate is to promote the development and application of science and technology in order to create national wealth and improve the quality of life for the people of Zambia.

A vacancy has arisen within the Council, and suitably qualified Zambian nationals are invited to apply for the following positions:

  1. Programme Officer – Documentation and Information Technology (DIT)

PURPOSE OF JOB:

To implement a programme for Information Communication Technology (ICT) and manage documentation and publications

KEY RESULT AREAPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (MAIN DUTIES)
Database ManagementCreate and maintain an updated database of funded projects, R&D activities and funding agencies Develop and maintain management system Management of the website
PublicationsTimely publication of Brochures, Newsletter, Flyer, Reports (Workshop Proceedings, Special Studies) Collection of Annual Reports, Journals, Sectoral Policies and handling subscription to International journals Developing concepts, graphics and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs.
Computer Support ServicesInstall software on computers and Servers Provides assistance and resolves problems with regard to hardware and software Preventive maintenance to computers
Network Support ServicesProvide technical assistance in LAN and WAN Preventive maintenance to LAN and WAN
Technical LeadershipProvide guidance on security, design and acquisition of computer and network systems
DocumentariesProduces documentaries of NSTC events

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, Telecommunications and Electronics Engineering, Information Technology Computer Mathematics or Physics.
  • 3 years’ experience in Information Management or related field
  • Computer: Database management
  • Written and Oral communication
  • Survey methodologies
  • A high level of integrity
  • Initiative and confidence,
  • Good public relations

APPLICATION FORMAT

Interested candidates should submit application with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional qualifications clearly label the envelope the position applied for including contact telephone numbers and three (03) names and addresses of referees to:

Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Secretary

National Science and Technology Council

P.O. Box 51309

LUSAKA

Email: nstc@nstc.org.zm

Closing Date: 30th July 2025