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National Programmes Coordinator: Zimbabwe YMCA
Deadline: 7 September 2012 (4pm)
Work Base: Harare, Zimbabwe with travel nationally and internationally
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
The National Executive Committee of the Zimbabwe YMCA seeks to recruit a National Programmes Coordinator to design and implement innovative youth development and empowerment programmes in Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwe YMCA is a registered NGO and exists to enhance the mind, body and spirit of young people in Zimbabwe for the holistic transformation of their communities, Nation and the African continent.
The National Programmes Coordinator will report to the National General Secretary of Zimbabwe YMCA and will provide leadership, strategic direction and be responsible for resource mobilization, effective coordination, management and implementation of programmes nationally.
Specific roles
1.Technical Management
-Oversight and management of technical projects including planning, implementation, undertake field visits, and reporting
-Develop project proposals, create budgets and planning for new activities
-Liaison with donors and potential funders to identify and pursue potential programme and funding opportunities
-Coordinate project activities with activities of governmental agencies
-Working knowledge of social investment (CSR) programmes by the private sector in Zimbabwe
2. Reporting and Representation
-Primary programme representative to donors, relevant government entities, partners, other implementation and stakeholders
-Responsible for narrative programmatic reports, in line with grant agreements
-Responsible for submission of quarterly status reports on all projects countrywide for the information of the NGS and AAYMCA
-Impact documentation of projects and programmes countrywide, with focus on analysis and dissemination of lessons learnt and best practice models
-Support strengthening of communication strategy to make YMCA more visible to development actors in the country especially through project and programme brochures, case studies and press releases.
3. Team Management
-Responsible for recruitment and supervision of key project staff, interns, student on attachment, and other short term programme consultants
-Responsible for team building of project staff at national and regional level, conduct performance appraisal in line with operational procedures
4. Administration/Finance
-Assure proper budget follow up for all funded project activities, monitor budget allocation is correct and respect proposal grant guidelines
-Ensure all projects follow financial and administrative procedures of the Zimbabwe YMCA
- Prepare regular financial expenditure reports, in consultation with the Finance Department
Qualifications
-Bachelors Degree from a credible university in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Social Work, Development Planning, Community Development or a related field. A Masters Degree and the ability to speak French would be an added advantage.
-3 – 5 years professional experience at project management level with a youth serving organization, national NGO, or governmental agency.
-Result oriented with demonstrated ability to manage a team and work independently.
-Proven ability in programme management, including planning, implementation, community mobilization, monitoring and evaluation.
-Excellent communication skills oral, written and presentation skills and demonstrate ability to meet strict and high quality implementation and reporting deadlines.
-Ability to work with no supervision and under pressure.
-Willingness to travel within Zimbabwe and internationally.
-Computer literate
Applications with a cover letter, up-to-date 4-page CV with names of 3 referees and day time telephone contact and working email address, copies of relevant documents should be sent by email to: applicants [at] africaymca [dot] org
Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Six (6) Research Programme Assistants: NANGO
Deadline: 12 September 2012
Vacancy Notice: 2012/07AU
Duty Station: Harare (2), Bulawayo (1), Mutare (1), Gweru (1), Masvingo (1)
Organizational Unit: Advocacy Unit (AU)
Position title: Research Programme Assistants (6)
Classification: Assistant
Type of Appointment: Three months, fixed-term, with possibility of extension
Estimated starting Date: 1 October 2012
General Functions
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Human Rights and Governance Programmes Officer in Harare, and in coordination with relevant units at NANGO Headquarters and Regional offices, the successful candidates will work with the Advocacy Unit for the implementation of the NANGO Human Rights and Governance Programme. The selected candidates, with the technical backstopping of the lead consultant and the Senior Human Rights and Governance Officer, will be expected to work on a full-time basis during the assigned period. In particular he/she will:
1. Assist in researching, designing and develop of the Human Rights and Governance programmes/projects in close coordination with the relevant units at NANGO
2. Assist in the development of study implementation plan and development of research tools
3. Review relevant literature and information on capacity gaps within civil society
4. Participate in field for data collection, data analysis and reporting on research findings
5. Conduct data collection from the field on Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) profiles for the purposes of coming up with organizational profiles, identifying gaps and capacity weaknesses within NGOs
6. Assist in designing an electronic online database profiling all organizations that would have participated in the study
7. Assist in the production of reports at various stages in the implementation of the baseline study
8. Assist in the development of recommendations regarding capacity gaps, weaknesses and other identified challenges within CSO sector.
9. Perform any other duties as NANGO may reasonably require commensurate with the post holder’s abilities and responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications
Education
-The incumbent should possess a Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics with a major in economic modeling, or Development Studies
-Sound knowledge of the human developmental needs in Zimbabwe
-Extensive geographic knowledge of Zimbabwe
-Knowledge of and sensitivity to gender issues
-Experience and training for analytical and research skills will be an added advantage
Skills and Experience
-At least 1 years working within the NGO sector focusing on social research
-Strong report writing skills
-Strong presentation and facilitation skills
-Ability to cooperate with other NANGO programmes and regional offices
-Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
-Ability to establish good rapport with colleagues from partner organizations
-Ability to work in a multicultural environment
-Good computer skills e.g. Word for Windows, Excel, Email & Internet
-Ability to work effectively with limited supervision
-Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of marginalized populations
-Ability to network, especially within NGO and governmental contexts
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of both Shona and Ndebele is an advantage
Method of application
All applications should be addressed to: anyway [at] nango [dot] org [dot] zw and copy machinda [at] nango [dot] org [dot] zw or posted to the Senior Human Rights and Governance Officer, 5 Meredith Drive, Eastlea, quoting the above vacancy notice number.