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Financial Analyst: US Embassy
Deadline: 5 July 2012

Salary: US$42,311 – US$61,351 salary grade range

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zimbabwe is seeking applications from qualified persons to fill the position of Financial Analyst. As a Financial Analyst, the incumbent independently performs the full range of financial analysis functions for the mission. The incumbent provides financial and accounting expertise and advice for all projects in the portfolio, conducts the assessment of host country capacity and accounting/internal control systems and verifies host country contributions. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis functions are operating effectively and efficiently and in accordance with USAID directives, regulations and established procedures. Daily responsibilities include the resolution of unique accounting problems stemming from the project portfolio covering at least three Development Objectives that currently include multiple Agency initiatives (Global Health, Malaria, HIV/AIDs, and Feed the Future). For more information and to apply please click here

Global Fund Programme Assistant; HIV/AIDS: UNDP
Deadline: 6 July 2012

UNDP is a key partner to the Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) and is the UN agency assuming the role of Principal Recipient of GFATM grants in Zimbabwe. In its role as Principal Recipient, UNDP ensures quality financial management, timely procurement of supplies, and efficient monitoring and service delivery. UNDP’s management role consists in implementing grants, ensuring financial accountability, and training of national and international counterparts on programme management and financial accountability. For the implementation of the Global Fund programme, UNDP Zimbabwe has established a Programme Management Unit (PMU) that will coordinate the implementation of the projects and provide general guidance of Global Fund rules and procedures to all Sub Recipients participating in the implementation of the projects. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant supports the planning and management and implementation of the project and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. For more information and to apply online please click here

Global Fund Programme Assistant; Malaria: UNDP
Deadline: 6 July 2012

UNDP is a key partner to the Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) and is the UN agency assuming the role of Principal Recipient of GFATM grants in Zimbabwe. In its role as Principal Recipient, UNDP ensures quality financial management, timely procurement of supplies, and efficient monitoring and service delivery. UNDP’s management role consists in implementing grants, ensuring financial accountability, and training of national and international counterparts on programme management and financial accountability. For the implementation of the Global Fund programme, UNDP Zimbabwe has established a Programme Management Unit (PMU) that will coordinate the implementation of the projects and provide general guidance of Global Fund rules and procedures to all Sub Recipients participating in the implementation of the projects. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant supports the planning and management and implementation of the project and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. For more information and to apply online please click here

Deputy Director: SAfAIDS
Deadline: 6 July 2012

Southern Africa HIV and AIDS Information Dissemination Service (SAfAIDS, www.safaids.net) is a regional NGO working in 10 countries in southern Africa. SAfAIDS mission is to promote effective and ethical development responses to sexual reproductive health and rights, HIV and TB through communication for social mobilisation, knowledge management, capacity building, policy advocacy and research.

SAfAIDS is for looking for a Deputy Director, based at its regional office in Harare, Zimbabwe. This post requires an all-rounder, capable of providing high level representation of SAfAIDS regionally and internationally and able to work at both strategic and operational levels.

Requirements
-At least a Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Health sciences, Health Education or other relevant field
-A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in a senior leadership position
-Thorough knowledge of HIV policy, gender, SRH and MCH issues in southern Africa
-Ability to provide high-level technical support in conceptualization, design, and implementation of various programmes
-Proven track record in resource mobilization, including proposal development and budgeting
-Ability to present and network at high level strategic meetings/conferences, deputising for the Executive Director as required
-Highly proficient at establishing strong partnerships across organizations and influencing stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes
-Experience in dealing with NGO governance issues and demonstrated leadership in partnership building
-Strong report writing skills plus experience in design/content development of training and other materials
-Experience in message design, branding and marketing would be a distinct advantage
-Experience with managing project monitoring and evaluation systems
-Financial literacy and ability to maintain fiscal accountability
-Solid background in ICTs combined with excellent oral and written communication skills
-Ability to manage competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment

SAfAIDS offers the right person an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to development work in the region, competitive salary and benefits package.

Interested applicants should send an application and CV, information on current salary, benefits and contact details of three referees to: The Executive Director, SAfAIDS, 17 Beveridge Road, Avondale Harare, or e-mail application to recruitments [at] safaids [dot] net

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