Senior Officer – Technical Services

ZAMBIA PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY (ZPPA)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) is an independent statutory body responsible for regulating public procurement in Zambia. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following established positions:

SENIOR OFFICER – TECHNICAL SERVICES (1 POSITION)

Grade: ZPPA 05

1.0 Purpose

To assist in monitoring infrastructure-related public procurement to ensure full compliance with technical specifications, procurement regulations, and established procedures.

2.0 Statement of Main Duties

Under the guidance of the Principal Officer – Technical Services, the job holder will ensure that the implementation of infrastructure-related contracts conforms to agreed terms and conditions and complies with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations:

1. Assists in reviewing data, assumptions, project preparation methodologies, cost estimates, and organizational structures to determine contract compliance.
2. Analyzes infrastructure projects and designs to ensure execution aligns with approved plans, specifications, and standards.
3. Monitors and evaluates contracts and prepares detailed performance reports for procuring entities.
4. Reviews infrastructure-related procurement submissions from procuring entities and consults supervisors on appropriate actions.
5. Tracks and follows up on proposed corrective actions to ensure timely implementation by procuring entities.
6. Gathers feedback on current procedures and contract standards to recommend efficiency improvements.
7. Performs any other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

3.0 Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least five (5) credits, including English and Mathematics.
• Professional Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building Science.
• Work Experience: Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in quantity surveying or construction management. Knowledge of public procurement is an added advantage.

4.0 Other Skills and Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Valid membership with the Zambia Institute of Quantity Surveyors (ZIQS) or Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) with a current practicing certificate.

5.0 Tenure

Permanent and pensionable basis.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

• Applications must include a formal cover letter, National Registration Card (NRC), detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and proof of current professional membership and practicing license.

• Applications should be addressed to:

  The Director General

  Zambia Public Procurement Authority

  Procurement House, Stand No. Sub J-11790

  Off Alick Nkhata Road, Longacres

  P.O. Box 31009

  LUSAKA

• Only electronic applications will be considered. Applications must be submitted ONLINE via: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/P9eTea5R

CLOSING DATE

The deadline for receiving applications is Tuesday, 20th October, 2026 at 17:00 hours. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Apply using the following link: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/P9eTea5R