Lecturer – Law

Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies (ZCAS) was enacted through an Act of Parliament (ZCAS Act No. 1 of 1989) for the purpose of training accountants, promoting research and advancement of learning in accountancy, finance, and related studies, providing advisory and consultancy services, and for related matters.

ZCAS seeks to recruit qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of Lecturer – Law.

JOB PURPOSE:

The position is responsible for preparing and delivering lectures and tutorials in law papers to students studying professional programmes such as ACCA, CIMA, and CA Zambia to enable them pass examinations and qualify as chartered accountants. Additionally, the lecturer is responsible for undertaking research, consultancy, and advocacy activities for the Centre.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Facilitates learning in law papers at intermediate and final stages of professional accountancy courses to students using face to face and E-learning platform modes of delivery.
2. Provides academic support that enhances learning and personal development.
3. Ensures implementation of teaching and learning quality assurance systems aimed at customer satisfaction.
4. Conducts quality research and publish articles that feed into ZCAS’ internal learning processes and industry.
5. Carries out consultancy and advisory services in business and related fields.
6. Performs any other duties lawfully assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

1. Grade 12 with a minimum of five (5) “O” levels including English and Mathematics.
2. Bachelor of Laws degree.
3. Master’s degree in Law or equivalent, from an accredited University.
4. Five (5) years post qualifying work experience in teaching at tertiary level, having taught law papers at intermediate and final stages of professional accountancy courses.
5. Must have proof of fully paid-up membership to a relevant Professional body for the year 2024.
6. Must be Computer literate.

Signed applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of educational certificates validated by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA), copies of all other credentials and contact details (address/telephone/email) of at least two (2) traceable referees should be sent to the address below on or before 11th December 2024. The position should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Please note that only short-listed candidates shall be responded to.

Applications should be sent to:

The Board Secretary
Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies
P.O. Box 35243
Dedan Kimathi Road
LUSAKA