National Institute Of Public Administration is Currently Recruiting: Chief Consultant, Research


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  • Company: National Institute Of Public Administration
  • Location: Zambia
  • State: Lusaka
  • Job type: Full-Time
  • Job Category: Consulting Jobs in Zambia

Job Description

About the Institute

The National Institute of Public Administration [NIPA], exists under the Act of Parliament No. 15 of 1998. The Institute now seeks the services of highly motivated individuals to join its team of skilled professionals.

Position1: Chief Consultant, Research (1)

Job Purpose

The Chief Consultant plans, designs, and conducts research and development activities to enhance the Institute’s performance and delivery of services to the clients. The role holder is involved in research, data generation, and collection using standard and well-defined methods. The purpose of the position is to provide well-researched and analyzed information, economic and statistical data on social and economic matters to be used by the Institute and stakeholders for policy direction and decision making. The role is aimed at assisting in the review and strengthening of the Research, Consultancy, and Development activities execution capacity of the Division.

Reports to: Director – Research, Consultancy and Development Division

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • 5 ‘0’ Levels or higher acceptable at a University awarding a social Science Degree qualification or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent with merit preferred
  • Masters in social Sciences. A PhD in Social Sciences is an added advantage
  • Demonstrate traceable relevant postgraduate work experience
  • Minimum of Five (5) years relevant experience with ability to initiate and execute a diverse portfolio of consultancies and Research Projects.
  • Evidence of publications.
  • Excellent oral, and written communication skills.

Location – NIPA Main Campus, Lusaka

Method of Application

Applicants should submit their applications, attaching their Curriculum Vitae, Academic and professional qualifications to the address below. The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 17th December 2021.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Registrar

National Institute of Public Administration

P.O. Box 31990

Dushanbe Road

Lusaka

Email: [email protected]