Acting Artistic Director: Tumbuka Dance Company
Deadline: 30 December 2011

The Artistic Director:

-Is responsible for developing the Company’s profile, represent and promote Tumbuka’s work, both nationally and internationally.
-Is responsible for providing an appropriate and extraordinary artistic vision for the company and be able to implement suitable strategies to attain this vision.
-Is responsible for Company discipline, motivation and inspiration.
-Needs to show strong leadership qualities, so the dancers are secure in the knowledge of where the Company is headed and what is expected of them.
-Is responsible for maintaining technical growth and artistic excellence.
-Is responsible for producing performances that meet and exceed the expectations of Tumbuka’s audiences.
-Hold Company auditions in early January and select dancers (along with a panel of 3 dance teachers/theatre practitioners).
-Will organise rehearsal venues and teachers for daily class.
-Timetable Company activities for the 6-month period.
-Will work alongside the Company Manager and fund raise to ensure the long term survival of the Company.

Initially this posting is for 6 months commencing early January 2012.

All interested applicants must submit full CV, share his/her vision for the Company, justification for his/her application.

Applications must be lodged before Friday 30th December, those who are selected will be interviewed by The Management Committee. The decision of the Management Committee is final.

Email: tumbukadanceco [at] yahoo [dot] com

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As it is and as the year 2011 comes to a closure Zimbabwe and its citizens are running the risk of continuing with a political cycle that has become less about the people and more about the people in government. Their disputes and actions have largely been partisan not only on behalf of their political parties but also on behalf of their ‘comfort zones’( to which they have demonstrated an unfortunate sense of entitlement to via their purchase of luxury vehicles, unclear mineral and iron production deals, numerous trips abroad). And as the new year approaches, it is hoped that civil society, members of the public shall at some point begin to hold the inclusive government to account with regards to its performance legitimacy, and not just the politics of elections. – Takura Zhangazha more here

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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer: International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 3 January 2012

Location: Mutare

IRC is implementing projects in capacity building aim to support local government institutions through strengthening their objective decision making process and engaging women to improve service delivery.  The processes are leading to community development projects where IRC is providing funding for projects such as construction of clinics, foot bridges, water supply systems, irrigation systems, and water and sanitation facilities.

Responsibilities
-Design and manage the database for the Capacity Building Program including M&E systems, tools and templates to monitor performance. This includes developing log frames, data collection tools, as well as processes for data analysis and storage.
-Develop indicator tracking tools measuring program performance indicators as per donor reporting requirements.
-Develop monthly indicator tracking sheets for monitoring of program achievement on a monthly basis.
-Advise and assist Program Manager/Coordinator to design and implement appropriate evaluation methodologies, including surveys, as required by donors.
-Conduct regular field visits to program sites to identify gaps in timeliness and quality of data reporting and work with relevant staff to address the gaps.
-Coordinate the production of timely reports to track performance and progress, according to standard procedures and templates.
-Provide support to the program team in compiling reports, stressing the importance of data quality, indicator-based reporting and analysis of trends and the achievement of program objectives.
-Review reports to ensure accuracy and quality before submission to the Co-ordinator.
-Facilitate training of Program staff and partners on monitoring and evaluation.
-Ensure adherence to guiding principles of confidentiality on data management.

Skills specific to the post
Ability to produce analytical reports
Good communication skills, appropriate to the audience.
Competence in using information technology including experience with word-processing, spreadsheets and database software.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
Team-building, training and coaching skills.
Good interpersonal and inter-cultural skills.

Qualifications and experience
University degree in Social Science, Development or related discipline, an additional certificate or specific training in M&E at a recognized institution is an advantage.
At least 3 years working within the humanitarian and development context, with a focus on research, M&E, preferably experience with institutional development M&E.

Capacity Building Project Officer: International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 3 January 2012

Location: Nyanga

Responsibilities
-Facilitate implementation of capacity building project activities in accordance with project proposal and work plans.
-Establish and maintain strong, positive and productive working relationships with key project stakeholders.
-Ensure effective monitoring of the project in liaison with the M & E Officer.
-Identify training needs of project beneficiaries and project partners and assist in developing training plans to address those needs.
-Facilitate trainings of project beneficiaries and stakeholders.
-Generate and submit activity and progress reports as per agreed schedules.
-Represent the organization at sub district level where necessary.

Skills specific to the post
Ability to produce analytical progress reports.
Good communication skills, appropriate to the audience.
Good presentation and facilitation skills.
Proficiency in computer skills in Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment

Qualifications and experience
University degree in Social Science, Local Governance, Development Studies or other relevant discipline.
At least 3 years working within the humanitarian, development context or related field.

Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [at] rescue [dot] org not later than 3rd January 2012 and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line.

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3 (Three) Training Officers (HRE, BYO & MASVINGO)
Deadline: 30 December 2011

Overall Responsibilities
-Plan for and conduct palliative care and related home based care training activities for organisations participating in the Global Fund project
-Provide information whenever necessary, to trainers and caregivers
-Plan, coordinate and hold regular mentoring and support meetings/ visits with Global Fund partners on HIV treatment, care and support
-Facilitate linkages and information sharing between organizations participating in Global Fund round 8 within the district
-Ensure maintenance of accurate records
-Prepare and present comprehensive progress and activity reports timeously
-Participate in activities to disseminate programme evaluation findings

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Nursing Diploma/Degree
A minimum of five years’ experience in nursing
Experience in training and facilitation in home-based care issues
A clean class four driver’s licence

Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
Deadline: 30 December 2011

Overall Responsibilities
-Undertake the monitoring and evaluation activities in support of other team members
-Ensure maintenance of accurate records by the organisation and participating organisations
-Monitors the implementation of the Global Fund planned activities
-Collects, reviews, analyses and interpret data for planning purposes
-Formulates, reviews and maintains a sound and effective reporting system
-Provides technical support for monitoring and evaluation of the project
-Contribute to the organisational learning by preparing and disseminating data on lessons learned, good practices and statistical evidence of the program achievements
-Participate in activities to disseminate programme evaluation findings
-Prepares and compiles progress reports monthly and quarterly for Global Fund activities.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
-First degree in development studies, social sciences, or a relevant field
-Diploma in M&E, experience in home based care or palliative care an added advantage
-A minimum of five years’ experience in community work, two of which should be in monitoring and evaluation and/or operational research
-Excellent documentation and data analysis skills of both quantitative and qualitative nature
-Highly computer literate in Excel spreadsheet, PowerPoint, SPSS, EPI Info or any other statistical tools
-A clean class four driver’s licence

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements can submit their applications and detailed CVs to email: programs13 [at] hotmail [dot] com with the position being applied clearly indicated by no later than Friday December 30, 2011.

ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency formed in 1972. We are a partnership between people in poor and rich countries working together to end poverty and injustice. Today we are working with over 13 million of the world’s poorest and excluded people in over 40 countries worldwide to secure their rights to a life free of poverty and injustice, and with the support of half a million donors and supporters.

ActionAid Zimbabwe: COUNTRY DIRECTOR
Deadline: 20 December 2011

Based in Harare, Zimbabwe

Salary – £40,289 per annum

ActionAid International Zimbabwe is looking for a committed and inspirational leader to lead, guide and strengthen our work with poor and excluded people and communities so as to advance their rights, entitlements, and social justice in Zimbabwe.

ActionAid has had a presence in Zimbabwe since 1999 and became a full country programme in 2005 and is part of ActionAid International, a federation of national organizations working in over 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Americas and Europe regions.

The candidate must have a proven track record in leading and managing large development programs in national and international organizations, and have experience of either being part of social movements or being an active member of the civil society. S/He will adopt empowering management practices to expand and deepen our partnerships, programmes and accountability in Zimbabwe. Actively committed to women’s rights and gender equity, the Country Director will also be value driven and a team player/organizer possessing high level of people related skills as well as strong financial management and control skills. S/He will have the perspectives and competencies for rights-based programme and policy advocacy work; fundraising and donor relations; regional and international linkages and a sound basis of organizational development. Courage of conviction in taking public stands against issues of injustice and experience of dealing with governance issues would be an asset. This is a senior position based in Harare with frequent travel to the field and internationally. The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

To apply submit your curriculum vitae with a motivation letter to Vacancies.Africa [at] actionaid [dot] org

Closing date: 20th December 2011. While we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.