Programme Accreditation Officer

JOB PURPOSE

To undertake the accreditation and auditing of Learning Programmes in Higher Education Institutions to ensure that Learning Programmes meet set standards.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Policy and Programmes: Participate periodically, in the development and implementation of policies and programmes to provide guidance in the accreditation of Learning Programmes.

Accreditation: Processes timely, the documentation for accreditation to facilitate accreditation of Learning Programmes

Learning Programme Audits: Facilitates periodically, the monitoring and evaluation of Learning Programmes to ensure conformity to set standards.

Research: Undertakes periodically, the conduct of research on quality assurance of Learning Programmes to inform decision making.

Reports: Prepares periodically, the state of higher education report on accreditation of Learning Programmes, list of accredited Learning Programmes and other reports to facilitate decision making and inform the public.

Budgeting: Prepares timely, Unit budget to facilitate acquisition of resources of the Department.

Performance Management: Undertakes timely, preparation of individual work plan to monitor, evaluate and enhance performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional Qualifications

Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline earned from a recognised Higher Education Institution.

Experience

Nil

Required Competencies

• Computer skills
• Analytical skills
• Research skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Integrity

Responsibilities

• Participate periodically, in the development and implementation of policies and programmes to provide guidance in the accreditation of Learning Programmes.
• Processes timely, the documentation for accreditation to facilitate accreditation of Learning Programmes
• Facilitates periodically, the monitoring and evaluation of Learning Programmes to ensure conformity to set standards.
• Undertakes periodically, the conduct of research on quality assurance of Learning Programmes to inform decision making.
• Prepares periodically, the state of higher education report on accreditation of Learning Programmes, list of accredited Learning Programmes and other reports to facilitate decision making and inform the public.
• Prepares timely, Unit budget to facilitate acquisition of resources of the Department.
• Undertakes timely, preparation of individual work plan to monitor, evaluate and enhance performance.

Skills

• Computer skills
• Analytical skills
• Research skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Integrity

Qualifications

• Full Form V/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline earned from a recognised Higher Education Institution.

How to Apply

Job application procedure

Eligibility: Zambians who meet the minimum qualifications and experience for the specific roles are encouraged to apply.

Requirements: Your application should include ZAQA validated qualifications, an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter clearly stating the position applied for.

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

Application Link:Click Here to Apply Now

Closing Date: All applications must be received no later than Friday, 18th September 2026 at 17:00 hours.