Call for Job Applications at SOUAF
Swedish Open University Africa (SOUAF) invites suitably qualified, experienced, and visionary professionals to apply for academic leadership, management, administrative, professional, and technical positions at its emerging higher education institution in Zambia.
About SOUAF
Swedish Open University Africa (SOUAF) is a newly established University College in the Republic of Zambia, under organization number 120261045189. SOUAF will deliver high-quality online education across Africa and internationally, offering programs in Business, Innovation & Technology Management, Education & Global Studies, and related disciplines.
SOUAF combines Scandinavian academic rigor with African contextual relevance. The institution is expanding across Africa and internationally, positioning itself as a leading provider of globally benchmarked, digitally delivered higher education.
Open Position Categories
Applications are invited across the following broad staff categories. Applicants should choose the category and position most aligned with their qualifications and professional experience.
Senior Management & Academic Leadership
- Registrar
- Chief Librarian
- Dean of Students’ Affairs
- Director of Quality Assurance
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Deans of Schools
- Director of Studies
- Director of Research & Innovation
- Director of Administration and Finance
Academic Staff
- Assistant Lecturers
- Lecturers
- Senior Lecturers
- Associate Professors
- Full Professors
Administrative, Professional & Technical Staff
- ICT Officer
- Accountant
- Legal Officer
- Internal Auditor
- Admissions Officer
- Communication Officer
- Student Support Officer
- Administrative Assistant
- Human Resources Officer
- Quality Assurance Officer
- Librarian & E-resources Officer
- Strategic Advisor to the Principal
- Research and Collaboration Officer
- Public Relations and Partnerships Officer
Detailed Position Pages
Detailed requirements, duties, qualifications, and application procedures are available through the position category pages below.
Application Procedure
Applicants should prepare and submit the required documents according to the specific position being applied for.
- A formal cover letter clearly indicating the position title.
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of academic qualifications.
- Supporting evidence of experience, skills, and competencies where applicable.
- Contact details of three referees.
Application Deadline
23 June 2026
Applications must be sent to staff@swedishopenuniversity.se. For inquiries, contact contact@swedishopenuniversity.se or visit www.swedishopenuniversity.net.
Submit ApplicationEqual Opportunity Statement
Swedish Open University College Africa (SOUAF) is an equal opportunity institution committed to academic excellence, inclusive education, professional integrity, innovation, accountability, and the advancement of digitally delivered higher education across Africa and internationally.