EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - SEPTEMBER 2025
Published on , 30 Sep, 2025
The Zambia University-College of Technology (ZUT) is a Government owned higher learning institution
established by Statutory Instrument No. 39 of 2022. The institution has continued to record growth in various
areas of operation. The University-College is based in Ndola, and offers locally and internationally accredited
professional and academic programmes, and a range of other products and services, such as skills training,
consultancy and software development. In order to build on the current successes and achieve even greater
heights, the University-College seeks to recruit dedicated and innovative professionals who are passionate
about making a significant and positive contribution to the education sector in Zambia. If you are such an
individual possessing necessary qualifications and competencies, you are encouraged to apply for one of
the following positions:
1. LECTURER – ACCOUNTS in the School of Business – ZUT4 Salary Grade, Full-Time (1 Position):
Job Purpose (Lecturing positions): Responsible for teaching and research; and for the development and
review of curricula, supervision and marking of assessments and examinations; project supervision, student
guidance, consultancy and community services; and administrative duties that may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Mathematics
2. Bachelor of Finance or full ZICA, ACCA, CIMA.
3. Master of Science or MBA Finance.
4. An earned PhD will be an added advantage
5. Evidence of peer reviewed publications will be an added advantage
6. At least three (3) years’ experience in lecturing Business Studies related courses
Key Responsibilities for Lecturing positions:
1. Preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.
2. Developing curricula and course material that can be used across a range of platforms.
3. Engaging industry, and collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching
methods and expand knowledge base, leading to thoroughly equipped graduates.
4. Setting and grading assignments, tests, examinations, and research projects.
5. Conducting research, and writing papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
6. Participating in the institution’s, innovation, consultancy, and business development strategies
7. Attending and participating in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the
institution.
8. Mentoring and providing support to students and other colleagues.
9. Staying current by reading widely and producing published work in the field.
10. Carry out administrative tasks related to the department, such as student admissions, induction programmes
and involvement in committees and boards
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Special aptitudes, disposition and personal qualities of ideal candidate for Lecturing positions:
1. Demonstrable expertise in area of specialization
2. Good organisational, communications, interpersonal, networking, analytical and general
administrative skills
3. Good emotional intelligence and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
4. Capability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve both your own
teaching/research goals and the aims of your Faculty
5. Ability to appropriately utilise ICT applications to support a blended learning approach to education.
6. Ability to design, produce and use a range of assessment instruments that are current, reliable,
practicable and accessible
2. LECTURER – ACCOUNTS in the School of Business – Part-Time Contract (1 Position):
Job Purpose (Lecturing positions): Responsible for teaching and research; and for the development and
review of curricula, supervision and marking of assessments and examinations; project supervision, student
guidance, consultancy and community services; and administrative duties that may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
7. Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Mathematics
8. Bachelor of Finance or full ZICA, ACCA, CIMA.
9. Master of Science or MBA Finance.
10. An earned PhD will be an added advantage
11. Evidence of peer reviewed publications will be an added advantage
12. At least three (3) years’ experience in lecturing Business Studies related courses
Key Responsibilities for Lecturing positions:
11. Preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.
12. Developing curricula and course material that can be used across a range of platforms.
13. Engaging industry, and collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching
methods and expand knowledge base, leading to thoroughly equipped graduates.
14. Setting and grading assignments, tests, examinations, and research projects.
15. Conducting research, and writing papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
16. Participating in the institution’s, innovation, consultancy, and business development strategies
17. Attending and participating in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the
institution.
18. Mentoring and providing support to students and other colleagues.
19. Staying current by reading widely and producing published work in the field.
20. Carry out administrative tasks related to the department, such as student admissions, induction programmes
and involvement in committees and boards
Special aptitudes, disposition and personal qualities of ideal candidate for Lecturing positions:
7. Demonstrable expertise in area of specialization
8. Good organisational, communications, interpersonal, networking, analytical and general
administrative skills
9. Good emotional intelligence and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
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10. Capability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve both your own
teaching/research goals and the aims of your Faculty
11. Ability to appropriately utilise ICT applications to support a blended learning approach to education
12. Ability to design, produce and use a range of assessment instruments that are current, reliable,
practicable and accessible.
3. LECTURER – ELECTRICAL/ ELECTRONICS - POWER in the School of Engineering – ZUT4 Salary
Grade, Full-Time (1 Position)
Job Purpose (Lecturing positions): Responsible for teaching and research; and for the development and
review of curricula, supervision and marking of assessments and examinations; project supervision, student
guidance, consultancy and community services; and administrative duties that may be assigned
Minimum Qualifications, knowledge and experience required for this role
1. Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Mathematics
2. Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics - Power
3. Master of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics - Power
4. An earned PhD will be an added advantage
5. Evidence of peer reviewed publications will be an added advantage
6. At least two (2) years’ lecturing experience in Electrical Engineering Related courses
Key Responsibilities for Lecturing positions:
1. Preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars.
2. Developing curricula and course material that can be used across a range of platforms.
3. Engaging industry, and collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching
methods and expand knowledge base, leading to thoroughly equipped graduates.
4. Setting and grading assignments, tests, examinations, and research projects.
5. Conducting research, and writing papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
6. Participating in the institution’s, innovation, consultancy, and business development strategies
7. Attending and participating in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the
institution.
8. Mentoring and providing support to students and other colleagues.
9. Staying current by reading widely and producing published work in the field.
10. Carry out administrative tasks related to the department, such as student admissions, induction programmes
and involvement in committees and boards
Special aptitudes, disposition and personal qualities of ideal candidate for Lecturing positions:
1. Demonstrable expertise in area of specialization
2. Good organisational, communications, interpersonal, networking, analytical and general
administrative skills
3. Good emotional intelligence and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
4. Capability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve both your own
teaching/research goals and the aims of your Faculty
5. Ability to appropriately utilise ICT applications to support a blended learning approach to education
6. Ability to design, produce and use a range of assessment instruments that are current, reliable,
practicable and accessible
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Application Details
All applicants should submit their academic and professional qualifications, and a typed cover letter of not
more than two pages that clearly states the position applied for; the academic and professional qualifications
they possess; and the major achievements in their previous and/or current job. Furthermore, the Curriculum
vitae should be current, not more than five pages long, clearly state the duration(s) and nature of their past
and current work experience; and include at least four traceable referees with current phone numbers and
email addresses.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be communicated to. Furthermore, all successful applicants
will be required to present certificates of verification/validation of all their academic and professional
qualifications from the Zambia Qualifications Authority. All applications should be received by the
undersigned by 17.00 hours on Friday 10th October, 2025. Application that do not adhere to the stated
guidelines may not be considered. Kindly send your application to:
The Registrar
Zambia University College of Technology
Plot 2983 Kalewa Road, Northrise
P.O. Box 71601
NDOLA
Or soft copies to amando@zut.edu.zm and copy clumano@zut.edu.zm
(All soft copies must be submitted in one pdf document & women are encouraged
to apply)
PLEASE NOTE: ANY FORM OF LOBBYING MAY LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION OF THE
CANDIDATE.