Vacancy title:
Optometry Technologists

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Health Care, Category: Healthcare, Civil & Government, Doctors & Other Health Professionals, Health Professionals]

Jobs at:
Ministry of Health

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 7 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Optometry Technologists

• Assist optometrists in conducting eye examinations, including preliminary tests and patient history.
• Dispense and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses based on prescriptions.
• Repair and adjust eyewear.
• Manage inventory of optical lenses, frames, and contact lenses.
• Educate patients on lens care and proper use of visual aids.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Applicants must:

• Be Zambian citizens with a valid National Registration Card (NRC).
• Must possess a Full Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• Possess the relevant professional qualifications from recognized training institutions.
• Be duly registered and licensed by the relevant professional regulatory body where applicable.
• Be unemployed in the civil service at the time of application.
• Must be above 18 years and below 45 years old.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

The Civil Service Commission and the Ministry of Health does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. This does not apply to postage fees charged by ZAMPOST. Applicants are advised to beware of fraudsters and report any requests for payment in exchange for employment opportunities or inclusion in the database.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

Job application procedure

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Application letter indicating the professional cadre being applied for and specifying the district of their choice (in case of intern medical doctors or intern pharmacists, the province of their choice).
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications.
• Certified copy of National Registration Card (NRC).
• Valid practicing license (where applicable).
• Professional registration certificate (where applicable) and
• Any other relevant supporting documents (e.g. Certificate from Zambia Association for Persons with Disabilities (ZAPD)).

MODE OF APPLICATION

Applications should be submitted through the ZAMPOST from the 14th July, 2026 to the 7th August, 2026. Applicants are advised to ensure that all information submitted is accurate and complete. Submission of false information or forged documents shall lead to disqualification and may result in prosecution.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The closing date for receipt of application by ZAMPOST is Friday 7th August, 2026.

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