Job Opportunities - Support Staff
THE COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF REGISTRAR
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The Copperbelt University is a Public University established through an Act of Parliament No. 19 of 1987. The University’s core business is Teaching, Research, Innovation, Industrialisation and Community Engagement as a service to the nation. The University is an equal opportunity employer and hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment in the following support staff positions:
1. REGISTRAR’S
JOB TITLE: CHIEF RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER (Re-advertised) (X1)
Job Purpose
To provide vision and strategy in the management of all registries and records in the University and its satellite campuses.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, organises and manages the University registry in accordance with the record management procedures;
Establishes records management systems for the university;
Supervises the Registry Supervisors in the Academic and Central Registries;
Ensures that registry staff are knowledgeable and kept current about records management principles and requirements;
Serves as the section technical expert on University records management issues;
Guides the formulation and implementation of records management policies to keep abreast with appropriate national and international professional records and information management standards;
Provides guidance to University staff on emerging issues on proper records management;
Develops, maintains, verifies and evaluates existing record systems and ensures that financial, legal or administrative requirements and regulations are complied with;
Supports compliance with the National Archives Act of Zambia Cap 175 and the Public Service Records Management Policy of 2012;
Ensures data protection;
Manages all registries and registry staff within the institution and satellite Campuses;
Manages the Human Resource Management Information System;
Produces management reports for internal and external use;
Provides training to staff who require access or have responsibility for maintaining records;
Destroys or archiving finished data records;
Ensures that records are easily accessible when needed;
Leads the transformation of University records management processes to address the challenges posed by the management of records; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Full Grade 12 or Form V Certificate with Five (5) ‘O’ level Credits or better including English and Mathematics;
Bachelor's Degree in Records Management/ Archives, Information Management Systems, and Library and Information Science;
Master's Degree in Records Management/ Archives, Information Management Systems, and Library and Information Science will be an added advantage;
Professional certification or training in Records and Information Management, Archives Administration, or Electronic Records Management will be an added advantage;
A minimum of four (4) years' related work experience in records management, archives management, registry administration or information management of which at least Two (2) years should have been served at a supervisory level in a reputable institution; and
Must be a registered member of a relevant professional body.
Required Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:
Strong organisational, records management, and ICT skills with high attention to detail and accuracy;
Excellent leadership, supervisory and team coordination abilities;
High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive records and information;
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide guidance and training to stakeholders; and
Analytical and problem-solving abilities with capacity to improve records systems, ensure compliance and support digital transformation initiatives.
Reporting Relationships
Immediate Supervisor: Deputy Registrar- Human Resource and Administration.
Salary Scale: PSS03.
Applicants who submitted applications under the previous advertisement for this position need not re-apply
2. SCHOOL OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
JOB TITLE: SENIOR STUDIO LABORATORY INSTRUCTOR (X4)
Job Purpose
To provide practical technical support, foundational instruction and operational assistance in studio laboratories.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Provides hands on technical support and instruction in foundational tools such as CAD, basic modelling and surveying equipment;
Assists in delivery of studio based teaching and demonstrations;
Operates, maintains and troubleshoots standard laboratory equipment (such as Plotters, 3D Printers, surveying instruments);
Prepares laboratory materials, models and student practical setups;
Supervises day to day Laboratory activities and student usage;
Enforces health and safety procedures and guidelines;
Maintains inventory and ensures laboratories are well resourced and functional;
Records and reports technical issues and laboratory usage data;
Support Scientific Officers and academic staff in teaching and research activities; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Full Grade 12 or Form V Certificate with Five (5) ‘O’ level Credits or better including English and Mathematics;
A Bachelors Degree in Architecture/ Planning/ Construction Management/ Quantity or Surveying;
A minimum of three (3) years of practical experience in studio/ laboratory operations or technical support; and
The candidate must be willing to develop skills toward advanced technical competence and postgraduate qualifications where required or necessary
Required Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:
Technical proficiency in laboratory/studio equipment, CAD applications and surveying tools;
Knowledge of laboratory operations, inventory management and health and safety standards;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills;
Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively; and
High level of integrity, professionalism and customer service orientation.
Reporting Relationships
· Immediate Supervisor: Head of Department.
· Salary Scale: PSS 04.
3. DIRECTORATE OF PROJECTS, PROPERTY AND SERVICES
JOB TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER (X1)
Job Purpose
Prevent diseases and promote good health in the university.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducts disease surveillance, investigates outbreaks and implements prevention and control measures.;
Promotes environmental cleanliness, inspects premises and enforces sanitation standards;
Monitors drinking water quality, conducts sanitary surveys and promotes safe water practices;
Inspects food premises, enforces food safety regulations and investigates food-borne disease outbreaks;
Oversees the safe management and disposal of solid, healthcare, hazardous and chemical waste;
Prevents and controls disease vectors and pests through surveillance and environmental management;
Inspects students’ halls residential, trading premises, healthcare facilities, and public facilities to ensure compliance with environmental health standards;
Conducts health promotion activities, provides public health education and mobilizes communities to adopt healthy practices;
Monitors environmental pollution, assesses environmental risks and supports climate change adaptation and mitigation initiatives;
Participates in emergency preparedness, disaster response and public health emergency management;
Enforces public health laws, conducts inspections, issues statutory notices and ensures compliance with relevant legislation;
Prepares reports and budgets, mentors interns and provides technical advice to the community; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Full Grade 12 or Form V Certificate with Five (5) ‘O’ level Credits or better including English and Mathematics;
A Diploma in Environmental Health from a recognized institution;
A Bachelors Degree in Environmental Health will be an added advantage;
A minimum of two (2) years of related work experience; and
MUST be registered with Health Professional Council of Zambia and possess a valid practicing license.
Required Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:
· Ability to priorities and manage own workload;
· Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision;
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
· Knowledgeable with the laws that relate to Public Health;
· Must be computer literate;
· Must be a self-motivated person;
· Must possess excellent written and communication skills;
· Must have good interpersonal skills to interact with both staff and students; and
· Must have good decision-making skills.
Reporting Relationships
· Immediate Supervisor: Occupational Health and Safety Officer
· Salary Scale: PSS 06
4. SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES
JOB TITLE: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN- PLANT TISSUE CULTURE (X1)
(Re-advertised)
Job Purpose
To oversee daily laboratory activities to ensure the efficient propagation and maintenance of plant cultures.
Main Duties and Accountabilities:
Oversees the daily workflow of the tissue culture room, including the scheduling of sub-culturing, indexing and rooting procedures;
Monitors and maintains the cleanliness and sterility of the laboratory environment, including laminar flow hoods, growth rooms and autoclave equipment;
Prepares and sterilizes culture media, ensuring the correct balance of nutrients, hormones and gelling agents for various plant species;
Maintains inventory of stock cultures, chemicals, consumables (petri dishes, vessels), and personal protective equipment (PPE);
Assists Lecturers in carrying out experiments and laboratory practicals;
Prepares budget estimates and reports for the tissue culture laboratory;
Maintains detailed records of all experiments, protocols and observations in laboratory notebooks or digital databases; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Full Grade 12 certificate or Form V with 5 ‘O’ levels with Credit or better including English and Mathematics;
Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology;
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology will be an added advantage; and
A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in a Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory.
Required Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:
· Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail;
· Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team;
· Strong communication skills;
· Good interpersonal skills; and
· Must be computer literate.
Reporting Relationship
· Immediate Supervisor: Head of Department
· Salary Scale: PSS 06
5. DEAN OF STUDENTS
JOB TITLE: HALL WARDEN (X1)
Job Purpose
To effectively manage the University Halls of residences in order to provide a high-quality support service to students.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Helps with the clearance of students at the end of the term and Issues and collects keys to and from students at the begging and closing respectively;
Guides visitors to student rooms and assist new students to locate rooms and monitors visitors to ensure that no property is taken at the end of the visitation;
Calls for ambulances and takes sick students to the clinic for treatment.
Issues residential requisites to students;
Creates an inclusive and supportive hall environment, welcoming to students from a diverse range of backgrounds;
Ensures the health and safety of students in the halls and fosters community spirit;
Supervises cleaners in their respective hostels and ensures that the Hostels are kept tidy and clean;
Keeps inventory of beddings, reading room chairs, reading lamps and faults on the same for purposes of maintenance and ensures that they are not removed without authorization;
Keeps records of students in the residence, sorts mail and ensures prompt delivery to the right addressee;
Disseminates information relating to the availability of accommodation.
Maintains order within the Hall and where necessary, exercises disciplinary powers in accordance with delegated authority; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Full Grade 12 or Form V Certificate (or its equivalent) with 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Mathematics. Full Grade 12 or Form V Certificate (or its equivalent) with five (5) ‘O’ Levels, including Mathematics, with a Credit in English;
Certificate in Business Studies related courses, Education, Human Resources, Public Administration, Psychosocial Counselling or any related Hostel Management course;
A Diploma in any of the above fields will be an added advantage; and
A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience, with experience working with students at a higher learning institution being an added advantage.
Required Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Strong organisational and record management skills;
Ability to supervise and coordinate hostel operations effectively;
Good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills;
High level of integrity, responsibility and attention to detail; and
Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to student welfare.
Reporting Relationships
· Immediate Supervisor: Administrative Officer
· Salary Scale: PSS 09
Interested applicants meeting the above specifications should submit a detailed Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, copies of National Registration Card, Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) validated and certified copies of Academic and Professional Certificates; and three (3) names of referees, two (2) of whom must be Professionally acquainted with the applicant.
The applications in hard copies should be submitted to the undersigned not later than Thursday, 20th August, 2026. Soft copies MUST be submitted as a SINGLE FILE to jobs@cbu.ac.zm. Clearly state the job title being applied for in the application letter or subject line for email applications.
The Registrar
The Copperbelt University
Plot 4692, Jambo Drive, Riverside
P O Box 21692
KITWE
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
