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Human Rights Commission

Employment Opportunities

REGISTRY CLERK POSITIONS: 2 LOCATION: CHINSALI AND KASAMA

About the Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission (“the Commission”) is a National Human Rights Institution established under Article 230 of the 1991 Constitution of Zambia as amended by Acts No. 18 of 1996 and No. 2 of 2016. The Commission has the constitutional mandate of ensuring that the Bill of Rights is upheld and protected.

The Commission is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the positions of Registry Clerk

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will report to the Registry Officer and will be responsible for:

• Maintaining a register of incoming and outgoing mail and receipt of complaints
• Undertaking timely opening and closing of files to maintain accurate records;
• Keeping an inventory of closed files in readiness for dispatch to Archives Circulating open mail and files to actioning officers to avoid delays and leakages
• Preparing timely complaints statistics to facilitate the flow and storage of information
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Must have a Grade 12 School certificate with 5 ‘O’ Level credits or better, including English and Mathematics
• Must have an Advanced Certificate in Records Management,
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in records management.

Skills

• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment that sustains human rights principles;
• Good Communication skills:
  High levels of confidentiality;
• Good interpersonal skills.

How to apply

All applications should be addressed to the undersigned no later than Thursday 25th July, 2024.

Applications should enclose Curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates. Original certificates will be required during interviews for the shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications in person or send them by registered post. Applications should be addressed to:

The Director
Human Rights Commission
Human Rights House (Ministry of Lands premises) Independence Avenue
PO Box 33812
LUSAKA

The Human Rights Commission is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualities of people prevail, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or disability

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted