Conditions of Service

The ZNA has attractive conditions of service, which include flexible but secure terms of engagement, a complete set of uniform, a good salary commensurate with one’s rank and experience. There are 3 types of engagements as which are as follows:

Summary of the terms of engagements:

•     Initial Engagement – 3 years.
•     Medium Engagement – 7 years.
•     Permanent Engagement – continuous up to the age of 50 years.

NB: Individuals can opt to renew or terminate their terms of engagement. A member attains pensionable service upon completion of 20 years service or attaining the age of 50, whichever comes first.

Other benefits

Other benefits include the following:

• Subsidised accommodation for married members.
• Free commuting transport.
• Free barrack room accommodation for single members.
• Free medical services.
• Degree and Diploma programs offered to members through associate and affiliate status arrangements with local institutions of higher learning.