The Zambia Library Service (ZLS) and the Centre for eLearning and Information Technology Research (CEIR Zambia) jointly established the Digital and Technology Literacy Skills (DTLS) programme under the Ministry of Education (MoE) with the development goal of improving library service and the quality of education delivery through digital technologies. To achieve this, DTLS aims to increase access to, and use of, sustainable library services and digital technologies by learners, professionals, men, women and youth in Zambia. The Programme targeted 60-80 districts consisting of 2.25 million learners, 18,000 gatekeepers, 150,000 men and women in communities of the ten (10) Provinces of Zambia as direct beneficiaries. At least 70% of the target beneficiaries were expected to be learners and 30% youth. The MOU for the DTLS programme between GRZ, MoE and CEIR Zambia is being signed in March 2023. The Zambia Library Service (ZLS) is the Lead Programme Agency and has overall responsibility for the implementation of the Programme with technical support from CEIR Zambia through solicited support from the Teach-n-Africa (TNA). With a duration of five (5) years, DTLS is due for completion by 31st January 2028.

The DTLS Programme is looking for qualified individuals to fill the following positions immediately:

1. Project Coordinator

2. Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

3. Compliance Officer

4. Curriculum Officer – Approval

5. Programme Accountant

6. Freelance Lecturer – College

Qualifications and Skills

1. Must be qualified Holder of a professional qualification and Bachelors Degree

2. Good at Basic Computer Skills

3. Proficient in English

4. Good interpersonal Skills

How to Apply

Please ensure that you include a CV and a detailed cover letter with your application. and email to [email protected] under the subject “position of “title” application.

Shortlisting is carried out based on your CV and cover letter, so please be clear about how you meet each criteria within the Person Specification and give evidence of your experience.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held at ZLS Knowledge Centre, Lusaka (6GMS) starting on Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th March. Shortlisted candidates will also undergo a short written assignment the day of their interview.

Closing Date: 10th April 2023 (However, the recruiting team will not consider any applicant after the positions have been filled)