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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026

Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.

The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 06Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – EnvironmentLocation: Lusaka- Kafue Catchment

Job Purpose:
To carry out water sampling and laboratory analysis to determine the quality and its suitability for use.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collect water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical laboratory analysis.• Testing of water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical in the field and Laboratory.• Ensure timely cleaning and clearing of work space in the laboratory in order to maintain a conducive working environment.• Prepare and submit comprehensive technical report on water quality, sediment and biological monitoring results on a regular basis.• Maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment.• Maintain and update laboratory inventory.• Assist in quality control/quality assurance in laboratory and field measurements.• Assist in preparation laboratory manuals, standards and guidelines• Implement quality management system in the laboratory.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Diploma in Laboratory Science Technology, Environmental Technology, or any related science field from a recognised institution• Member of a relevant professional body.• 1 year working experience in water related activities.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Moderate organisation and planning skills;• High analytical skills investigative;• setting up;• Good working knowledge of computer;• exemplary work ethics.• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure;• Good critical thinking skills;• Proactive and reactive thinking.

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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026
Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
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The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
HYDRO TECHNICIAN – HYDROLOGY (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 06Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – HydrologyLocation: Kabwe – Luangwa Catchment

Job Purpose:
Assist Inspector Hydrology to conduct all surface water resources assessments and data collection including rehabilitation and maintenance of hydrometric station network and conducts compliance monitoring of surface water in accordance with the approved Water permit conditions and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act 2011.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide support in planning and implementation of hydrological programmes as assigned.• Execute surface water operations and maintenance in the Catchment• Conduct regular field monitoring programmes for hydrological measurements for purposes of updating rating equations.• Assist to monitor and assess water resources• Execute the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of Hydrometric stations for the surface water monitoring network in the Catchment• Provide first level quality control for field collected data for surface water stations in the catchment• Prepare and submit technical reports pertaining to hydrological measurements on a monthly basis.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by superiors.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Diploma in Natural Resources Management, Water Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil / Environmental Engineering or any other relevant field from a recognised Institution.• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) or any other relevant body.• Two (2) years’ experience.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Good organization and planning skills;• Computer Literate;• Working knowledge of Water Resources Management;• High analytical skills and exemplary work ethics;• Proactive problem-solving abilities with critical thinking and analytical skills coupled with the ability to multi-task.
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026
Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
INSPECTOR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 05Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Senior Inspector Water InfrastructureLocation: Chipata– Luangwa Sub-Catchment

Job Purpose:
Verifies and analyses designs and procedures on projects in the catchment relating to hydraulic infrastructure such as Dams, Canals and Weirs for correctness and make recommendations. Investigates, monitors and enforces the safety and integrity of surface and groundwater infrastructure in accordance with the approved Water permit conditions and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop periodic Inspection and Monitoring Plans for approval by the Senior Inspector infrastructure on a regular basis.• Identify and report any potential activities that may be at variance with regulations and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act.• Ensure that all Water Resources users are compliant for varied purposes obtain Water permits and use the resource in accordance with the provisions of the Act.• Provide guidelines into the Designing of water resources infrastructure such as Dams, Canals, and Weirs in the Catchment.• Undertake timely monitoring of surface water infrastructure in order to ascertain their integrity and safety in the Catchment.• Oversee water resources infrastructure retrofitting in the Catchment• Provide input in the formulation and implementation of data acquisition and collection strategies for effective planning, development, management and utilisation of groundwater resources.• Review Environmental Impact Assessments and other reports for proposed development activities in the Catchment.• Conduct, receive and investigate public complaints concerning Surface water resources in order to facilitate the implementation of appropriate interventions as well as resolve all conflicts among water users.• Supervision of subordinates and other support staff.• Undertake timely preparation of technical reports on the status of Catchment water resources infrastructure in order to facilitate planning.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience
• Grade 12 Certification with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Environmental Engineering. Water Engineering, Physical Geography, Natural Resources Management, Water Resources Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil / Environmental Engineering or any other related field from a recognized University.• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)or any relevant professional body.• 3 years’ experience.
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Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Good organisation and planning skills;• Good computer skills;• Working knowledge of Water Resources Management;• High analytical skills and exemplary work ethics.• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure.• Good critical thinking skills.• Proactive and reactive thinking
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026
Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 06Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – EnvironmentLocation: Livingstone- Zambezi Catchment

Job Purpose:
To carry out water sampling and laboratory analysis to determine the quality and its suitability for use.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collect water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical laboratory analysis.• Testing of water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical in the field and Laboratory.• Ensure timely cleaning and clearing of work space in the laboratory in order to maintain a conducive working environment.• Prepare and submit comprehensive technical report on water quality, sediment and biological monitoring results on a regular basis.• Maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment.• Maintain and update laboratory inventory.• Assist in quality control/quality assurance in laboratory and field measurements.• Assist in preparation laboratory manuals, standards and guidelines• Implement quality management system in the laboratory.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Diploma in Laboratory Science Technology, Environmental Technology, or any related science field from a recognised institution• Member of a relevant professional body.• 1 year working experience in water related activities.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Moderate organisation and planning skills;• High analytical skills investigative;• setting up;• Good working knowledge of computer;• exemplary work ethics.• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure;• Good critical thinking skills;• Proactive and reactive thinking.
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026

Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
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The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
DATA ENTRY CLERK (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 07Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – HydrologyLocation: Lusaka- Head Office

Job Purpose:
To enter water-related data in the databases for storage and easy retrieval to facilitate processing and analysis.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Enter water resources and related data into databases.• Clean up electronic data in order to enter coherent data into the database.• Assist in the collection of water resources data• Compile water resources data in order to facilitate analysis for decision making.• Maintain records of water resources data and information in order to provide ease access.• Assist to maintain Information Technology infrastructure• Ensure data security,  risk management and disaster recovery• Prepare and submit data reports on a monthly basis.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by superiors.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Certificate in Computer Science, Information and Communication Technology, Environment, Natural Resources or any other related field.• 1 year experience in a similar role.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Moderate organisation and planning skills;• Good working knowledge of computer;• Data entry and analytical skills with exemplary work ethics;• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Access, Word etc.);• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure;• Good critical thinking skills;• Familiarity with modern database and information system technologies.
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Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.

The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 06Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – EnvironmentLocation: Kasama- Chambeshi Catchment

Job Purpose:

To carry out water sampling and laboratory analysis to determine the quality and its suitability for use.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collect water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical laboratory analysis.• Testing of water and sediment samples for biological and physio-chemical in the field and Laboratory.• Ensure timely cleaning and clearing of work space in the laboratory in order to maintain a conducive working environment.• Prepare and submit comprehensive technical report on water quality, sediment and biological monitoring results on a regular basis.• Maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment.• Maintain and update laboratory inventory.• Assist in quality control/quality assurance in laboratory and field measurements.• Assist in preparation laboratory manuals, standards and guidelines• Implement quality management system in the laboratory.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Diploma in Laboratory Science Technology, Environmental Technology, or any related science field from a recognised institution• Member of a relevant professional body.• 1 year working experience in water related activities.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Moderate organisation and planning skills;• High analytical skills investigative;• setting up;• Good working knowledge of computer;• exemplary work ethics.• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure;• Good critical thinking skills;• Proactive and reactive thinking.
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026
Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
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The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
INSPECTOR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 05Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Senior Inspector Water InfrastructureLocation: Ndola– Kafue Sub-Catchment

Job Purpose:

Verifies and analyses designs and procedures on projects in the catchment relating to hydraulic infrastructure such as Dams, Canals and Weirs for correctness and make recommendations. Investigates, monitors and enforces the safety and integrity of surface and groundwater infrastructure in accordance with the approved Water permit conditions and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Develop periodic Inspection and Monitoring Plans for approval by the Senior Inspector infrastructure on a regular basis.• Identify and report any potential activities that may be at variance with regulations and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act.• Ensure that all Water Resources users are compliant for varied purposes obtain Water permits and use the resource in accordance with the provisions of the Act.• Provide guidelines into the Designing of water resources infrastructure such as Dams, Canals, and Weirs in the Catchment.• Undertake timely monitoring of surface water infrastructure in order to ascertain their integrity and safety in the Catchment.• Oversee water resources infrastructure retrofitting in the Catchment• Provide input in the formulation and implementation of data acquisition and collection strategies for effective planning, development, management and utilisation of groundwater resources.• Review Environmental Impact Assessments and other reports for proposed development activities in the Catchment.• Conduct, receive and investigate public complaints concerning Surface water resources in order to facilitate the implementation of appropriate interventions as well as resolve all conflicts among water users.• Supervision of subordinates and other support staff.• Undertake timely preparation of technical reports on the status of Catchment water resources infrastructure in order to facilitate planning.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Certification with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Environmental Engineering. Water Engineering, Physical Geography, Natural Resources Management, Water Resources Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil / Environmental Engineering or any other related field from a recognized University.• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)or any other relevant professional body.• 3 years’ experience.
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Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Good organisation and planning skills;• Good computer skills;• Working knowledge of Water Resources Management;• High analytical skills and exemplary work ethics.• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure.• Good critical thinking skills.• Proactive and reactive thinking.
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026
Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.Tourism packages Zambia
The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
INSPECTOR HYDROGEOLOGY (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 05
Department: Water Resource Management & Information
Reports to: Senior Inspector Hydrogeology
Location: Ndola – Kafue Catchment
Job Purpose:
Investigate, monitor and enforce the use and exploitation of groundwater in accordance with the approved Water Permit conditions and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act 2011.Resume building
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and review Groundwater Periodic Inspection and Monitoring Plans for approval by the Senior Inspector Hydrogeology on a regular basis.
• Conduct routine compliance inspections on water users Act.
• Be able to stand as expert witness in the Courts of Law and present evidence.
• Provide support in planning and implementation of hydro-geological programmes.
• Undertake groundwater assessment activities required for the development, management and protection of groundwater resources in the catchment.
• Provide input in the formulation and implementation of data acquisition and collection strategies for effective planning, development, management and utilisation of groundwater resources.
• Monitoring and assessment of groundwater resources within the Catchment.
• Investigate and provide advice on groundwater use and exploitation in the Catchment.
• Conduct, receive and investigate all public complaints concerning groundwater resources in order to facilitate the implementation of appropriate interventions as well as resolve all conflicts among water users.
• Collaborate with other units in the Catchment and share technical data or information to facilitate planning and decision making
• Prepare and submit comprehensive technical reports pertaining to groundwater resources management and availability on a monthly basis.
• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.
• Amicable resolution of groundwater disputes between Clients and Drillers
• Conduct pre-drilling inspection of potential sites for clients to ensure compliance on minimum distances between boreholes and potential pollution sources
• Perform scientific investigation programs for issues surrounding groundwater under the supervision of Senior Hydro-geologist
• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
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• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Water Engineering, Physical Geography, Natural Resources Management, Water Resources Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil / Environmental Engineering or any other related field from a recognised University/.
• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) or any other relevant professional body.
• Three (3) years’ experience.Tourism packages Zambia
Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Good organisation and planning skills;
• Good computer skills;
• Working knowledge of the Water Resources Management Act;
• High analytical skills and exemplary work ethics.
• Possess fair level of problem solving and analytical skills with ability to perform under pressure.
• Good critical thinking skills.
• Proactive and reactive thinking.
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (WARMA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MAY 2026

Established under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is mandated to regulate and manage the utilisation of water resources in Zambia in a sustainable, equitable, and integrated manner.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
HYDRO TECHNICIAN – HYDROLOGY (01 POSITION)
Grade: WRM 06Department: Water Resource Management & InformationReports to: Inspector – HydrologyLocation: Lusaka – Kafue Catchment

Job Purpose:
Assist Inspector Hydrology to conduct all surface water resources assessments and data collection including rehabilitation and maintenance of hydrometric station network and conducts compliance monitoring of surface water in accordance with the approved Water permit conditions and the provisions of the Water Resources Management Act 2011.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide support in planning and implementation of hydrological programmes as assigned.• Execute surface water operations and maintenance in the Catchment• Conduct regular field monitoring programmes for hydrological measurements for purposes of updating rating equations.• Assist to monitor and assess water resources• Execute the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of Hydrometric stations for the surface water monitoring network in the Catchment• Provide first level quality control for field collected data for surface water stations in the catchment• Prepare and submit technical reports pertaining to hydrological measurements on a monthly basis.• Performs any other duties that may be delegated from time to time by superiors.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Grade 12 Certificate with Credit and above in Mathematics and English.• Diploma in Natural Resources Management, Water Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil / Environmental Engineering or any other relevant field from a recognised Institution.• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)or any other relevant professional body.• Two (2) years’ experience.

Required competencies/Personal attributes/Skills
• Good organization and planning skills;• Computer Literate;• Working knowledge of Water Resources Management;• High analytical skills and exemplary work ethics;• Proactive problem solving abilities with critical thinking and analytical skills coupled with the ability to multi-task.
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