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UN jobs in Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Lusaka, Zambia, Zambia. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 3
- Organisations
- 2
- Last refreshed
- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P3
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Information Systems Officer (P3) provides technical assistance and support to National Customs Services and Project Teams within the ASYCUDA Programme at UNCTAD in Lusaka, Zambia. The role involves managing projects for feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development, and implementation of moderately complex customs information systems. Key responsibilities include developing technical specifications and user documentation, providing specialized advice on system integration, maintaining and upgrading ASYCUDA systems, and ensuring data security. The officer also conducts unit and integrated testing, develops training materials, and creates disaster recovery plans. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in high-level programming languages, and knowledge of IT infrastructure. The incumbent will guide junior staff and consultants, ensuring effective system performance and user support. This is a temporary six-month contract, potentially limited to internal candidates or those based at the duty station. The role demands professionalism, client orientation, and technological awareness, with a focus on customs and international trade digitalization.
Closes 7/29/2026SRO-SA Interns-Economic Affairs
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
This internship offers a six-month hybrid placement within the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), specifically supporting the Southern African Regional Office (SRO-SA). The intern will work under the supervision of an Economic Affairs Officer to assist with the implementation of technical assistance projects. Key responsibilities include preparing project activity calendars, drafting substantive documents such as concept notes, agendas, and meeting inputs, and assisting in the planning and organization of workshops and meetings. The role involves conducting literature reviews and research on inclusive industrialization and MSMEs to support the development of reports, studies, and policy briefs. Additional duties include data tracking for industrialization databases, assisting in the establishment of new databases, and contributing to country strategies. The intern will also help produce communications materials, including video scripts and social media content, and perform various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in or has recently completed a graduate or final-year undergraduate program in economics, international trade, or related fields. Strong research skills, computer literacy, and the ability to interact across cultural backgrounds are essential. This is an unpaid position where the intern is responsible for their own travel, visa, and living expenses.
Closes 7/27/2026Programme Management Assistant, G5
Economic Commission for Africa · 🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is seeking a Programme Management Assistant (G5) to provide administrative and programme support to the Sub Regional Office for Southern Africa in Lusaka, Zambia. Reporting to the Chief of the Inclusive Industrialization Section, the incumbent coordinates programme and project planning, monitors proposal status, and reviews budget documents for compliance. Key duties include serving as the focal point for administrative coordination, managing procurement and travel arrangements, and maintaining financial records. The role involves compiling data, drafting status reports, and assisting with data analysis and visualization for decision-making. The candidate must demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and strong planning and organizing skills. The position requires high school education and significant experience in programme administration, with a reduced experience requirement for those holding a university degree. Fluency in English is mandatory, while French is desirable. This is a locally recruited General Service post, subject to UN staff rules and mobility policies.
Closes 7/26/2026
Top organisations
- Economic Commission for Africa2
- United Nations Conference on Trade and Development1
Top countries
- Zambia3
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