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Project Manager (Maternal and child Health and Nutrition): CARE Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 May 2011

Location: Masvingo or Gweru (Yet to be determined)

Job summary:

The Project Manager will be responsible for implementing a three-year CIDA-funded child health and nutrition project. The primary objective is to reduce the malnutrition and improve the health of vulnerable women and children living in selected areas of Zimbabwe. The project specifically targets rural Zaka and urban Gweru with an approach that engages stakeholders and existing health infrastructure to cascade a behaviour change model for maternal child health, particularly with regard to infant and young child feeding. The project manager will be responsible for all aspects of the planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation and reporting for the project with the support from the Assistant Country Director for programs.

Person specification:

1. A university degree in health, nutrition, public health or other related discipline
2. 5-7 years’ experience implementing maternal and child health and or nutrition projects
3. A seasoned professional with a solid technical background in child health and nutrition with proven work experience of at least one year in the implementation of development projects and supervision thereof
4. Excellent representational, written and verbal communication skills
5. Very good budgeting and report writing skills
6. Ability to co-ordinate and work as part of a team
7. Very good interpersonal and cultural sensitivity
8. Commitment to humanitarian values
9. Must have advanced computer skills

Interested suitably qualified and experienced persons must submit their written applications together with copies of their curriculum vitae to: The Human Resources and Legal Co-ordinator 8 Ross Avenue, Belgravia, Harare or The Human Resources and Legal Co-ordinator P. O. Box HG 937, Highlands, Harare.

Or email: vacancies [at] carezimbabwe [dot] org

WASH Advisor: Oxfam
Deadline: 27 May 2011

Based in Harare
Reference: INT4545

Oxfam is one of the world’s leading development and humanitarian relief agencies assisting people affected by natural disasters and conflict throughout the world. With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to overcome poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change. Our work in Zimbabwe is focusing on four key result areas: humanitarian, essential services, gender justice and economic justice.

We are urgently looking for a dynamic team player for the position of WASH Advisor for our programme in Zimbabwe.

Alongside the Humanitarian Programme Co-ordinator, offer wide-ranging technical advice; guidance and support to WASH programme teams and create a consistent strategy for WASH response planning, programme management advice, research and development needs, capacity building of wash tem. Providing technical expertise for evidence based WASH Response. The overall objective will be to develop a stronger; more proactive and integrated approach to WASH that delivers the maximum benefit to the people of Zimbabwe.

Considerable expertise and experience in Public Health with a strong bias towards program advisory support, technical assistance and WASH Co-ordination. To provide Public Health technical strategic guidance and capacity-build programme staff across all Zimbabwe programmes, including humanitarian programme work to enable Oxfam GB to deliver an effective integrated programme. Represent Oxfam on the National WASH Cluster, ensuring a pro-active, technically strong and well co-ordinated approach to Zimbabwe WASH.

Will possess diverse and complex problem-solving, requiring professional knowledge field experience and an understanding of development and humanitarian work requiring and supported by professional knowledge, field experience and an understanding of development and humanitarian work, with ability to make complex technical information accessible and usable by non-specialist.

Decisions in research and development are important for Oxfam GB’s capacity for humanitarian response and the profile of a particular aspect of policy work. Impact is on department/region and division in relation to Strategic Change objectives, with direct influence on programme quality. Impact on external policy and practice of other agencies and through advocacy and policy work on the international debate in relief and development.

To find out more about this role and apply online, visit this link and quote ref: INT4545. Alternatively you can email your application and CV to hrzim [at] Oxfam [dot] org [dot] uk

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation. Women and under represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Project Co-Ordinator: Practical Action Southern Africa
Deadline: 30 May 2011

Reports To: Programme Team Leader – Reducing Vulnerability
Duty Station: Harare

Specific Job Purpose: Support the AIM 1 Programme Team Leader in the development and implementation of a coherent program of work guided by the Practical Action five year Regional Strategy.

Job Functions And Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to strategic Programme Development in line with Practical Action Regional Strategy
2. Establishment and management of the Programme M&E system
3. Management of strategic partner relationships in liaison with the Programme Team Leader.
4. Conduct partner assessments, develop and maintain an updated Programme partner database and facilitate development of quality partnerships and MOUs
5. Assist with the Fundraising initiatives in the Programme
6. Programme Reporting
7. Undertake cross AIM work guided by approved Service Level Agreements
8. Facilitate the synthesis of all knowledge outputs from Aim projects and timely dissemination as per the QA guidelines.

Person Specifications:

-    At least a masters Degree in Agriculture or Social Science
-    Good writing, reporting and interpersonal skills
-    At least 3 years in Food Security Project Development and Management
-    A clean class four driver’s licence

Submit applications by the 30th May 2011 to The Human Capital Manager, Practical Action Southern Africa, 4 Ludlow Road, Newlands, Box 1744, Harare
Email: hc [at] practicalactionzw [dot] org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancies: Programme Officers (2 posts – Lusaka and Pretoria): SAfAIDS
Deadline: 31 May 2011

1. Programme Officer (Lusaka, Zambia)
2. Programme Officer (Pretoria, South Africa)

Southern Africa HIV and AIDS Information Dissemination Service (SAfAIDS) is a regional NGO working in 10 countries in southern Africa. The organisation’s mission is to promote effective and ethical development responses to the epidemic and its impact through HIV and AIDS knowledge management, capacity development, advocacy, policy analysis and documentation. SAfAIDS is looking for two highly skilled Programme Officers, one to join the Regional Office team in Pretoria and another to join the Zambia Office team. Both posts require an all rounder, able to provide programme support in a number of programme areas and able to work effectively, independently and as part of a team. Applicants for the Zambia Programme Officer must be Zambian nationals.

Requirements:

* Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Health sciences, Health Education or other relevant field
* At least 6 years experience in HIV programming
* Excellent project management skills including proposal writing and budgeting
* An in-depth knowledge of HIV issues (policy, gender, SRHR, MCH, TB and OVC) is essential
* Must have some research experience, basic M & E knowledge and excellent analytical skills
* Demonstrated experience in training and facilitation is essential, as is the ability to design training programmes
* Advocacy skills would be a distinct advantage
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to write project reports and/document projects is essential
* Previous work experience in a regional organisation would be an added advantage.

SAfAIDS is an equal opportunity employer: People living with HIV are encouraged to apply.

We offer the right persons an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to responses to the HIV epidemic in the region, competitive salary and benefits package.

Interested applicants should e-mail their application and CV, information on current salary, benefits and contact details of three referees to: recruitments [at] safaids [dot] net

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Several vacancies: Zimbabwe Aids Prevention Project, Department Of Community Medicine, University of Zimbabwe
Deadline: 3 June 2011

The Zimbabwe AIDS Prevention Project, a Department of Community Medicine, University of Zimbabwe project has funding to conduct baseline research prior to expanding its National Sex Worker Programme. The Programme is aimed at reducing HIV acquisition among sex workers thereby reducing HIV transmission to their clients. Sex workers are one of the key populations currently targeted through the National Behavior Change Strategy as part of the recommendations of the Zimbabwe National HIV Strategic Plan. The GIZ (formerly GTZ) has funded the programme to run a baseline survey whose overall goal is to describe the characteristics of sex work populations in Mutare, Hwange and Victoria Falls in order to determine the risk factors for HIV infection among the women and, in particular to explore how structural and contextual factors influence this risk.

We are therefore looking for the following positions to start working with the team immediately.

The positions will be based in Mutare, Hwange and Victoria Falls.

Drivers

The successful candidates will have previous experience working as a driver for a project that required rural and driving experience.  Drivers will need to ensure that their vehicles are in proper working condition, are serviced according to schedule and should report any faults to the office administrator or project coordinator as they arise. Drivers will be responsible for logging all mileage and fuel usage. Drivers will be responsible for the safe passage/travel of the survey team.

Duties and qualifications:

-    Reporting to the Programme Coordinator the driver will be responsible for driving the project vehicle for the survey team on a full time basis.
-    A clean class four driver’s license; a mature person, who is well organized.
-    Ability to work independently but within a team framework.
-    Ability to accurately maintain vehicle log books to log mileage and fuel usage.
-    Fluent in English, Shona and Ndebele (for the Bulawayo position).
-    Experience working in a reproductive research environment and working with vulnerable populations (sex workers) is an added advantage.
-    GCP certificate an added advantage.

Nurse Counsellors

The nurse counsellors will be responsible for recruiting, enrolling and interviewing all participants to the baseline survey according to GCP guidelines. Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the Nurse Counsellor’s duties will include:

-    Recruiting and consenting clients according to GCP guidelines.
-    Enrolling clients.
-    Conducing a quantitative interview with each enrolled client.
-    Collecting a finger prick blood sample for dried blood spot sample collection.
-    Maintaining proper documentation on all programme forms.
-    Any other duties as needed by the Programme.

Qualifications and experience:

-    Degree/Diploma in nursing.
-    Experienced clinician.
-    Experience and knowledge of STI treatment and management.
-    Counselling diploma and experience in HIV/AIDS counselling.
-    Certified by HPC to perform rapid HIV testing and DBS testing.
-    Current GCP and Ethics training certificate an advantage.
-    Experience working with vulnerable populations (sex workers) an added advantage.
-    Fluency in English, Shona (and Ndebele for Hwange and Victoria Falls positions)

Outreach Workers

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring good communication with programme communities, and assisting with recruitment of sex workers to the research programme.  This will involve working closely with the communities, district and provincial officials to introduce the programme and keeping them well informed about the progress of the research.

Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the Outreach Worker’s duties will include:

-    Working with the sex worker peer educators to identify and recruit sex workers for inclusion in the baseline research according to GCP and Ethics guidelines.
-    Working with sex worker peer educators to identify all the various communities working in a given geographic location.
-    Assist in mobilization of sex workers to come for the survey.
-    Dissemination of programme related information.
-    Participate and represent the programme in related Provincial and Districts HIV forums.

Qualifications and experience:

-    A professional Diploma in a relevant field, preferably teaching, social sciences or nursing.
-    Counselling diploma and experience in HIV/AIDS counseling and added advantage.
-    Demonstrable experience and interest in community outreach work, ability to do community mobilization, create rapport with personnel from collaborating or associate institutions and work independently but within a team framework.
-    Current and valid certificate in GCP and Ethics an advantage.
-    Training experience an advantage.
-    Experience working with vulnerable populations (sex workers) an added advantage.
-    Fluency in English, Shona (and Ndebele for Hwange and Victoria Falls positions.

Interns

The interns will be working with the Outreach Worker in the rural communities to recruit peer educators, dissemination of information on the programme and assist in peer educators training. The applicant must have the ability to work in rural communities, community mobilization and ability to work with people from various backgrounds. Ability to work with vulnerable populations (Sex workers) is desirable. Applicants should be studying towards a relevant qualification in this field.

Social Scientist and Assistant Social Scientist

Duties:

The post holder will be responsible for all qualitative data collection activities within the survey, transcription and translation of data in a timely fashion and data analysis and report writing of the final results. The social scientist will be involved in writing up the results for peer-reviewed publication. The social scientist will work closely with the lead social scientist to ensure that interview quality is maintained.

Reporting to the Programme Coordinator the following will be Social Scientist core duties:

-    Conduct in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with sex workers according to GCP guidelines.
-    Transcribing and translations of all data collected from focus group discussions and in-depth interviews.
-    Data entry, coding and analysis using NVivo 8 (QSR International Ltd, Melbourne, Australia) and Stata 10 (Stata Corporation, Texas, USA)
-    Report writing on the results.

Applicants wishing to be considered for these positions should submit full curriculum vitae with a cover letter stating clearly which position you’d like to be considered for, copies of certificates and the names/contact information for three referees to:

The Programme Coordinator (Sex Worker Programme)
Zimbabwe AIDS Prevention Project (ZAPP)
21 Rowland Square
Milton Park
Harare
Email: admin.rds [at] gmail [dot] com

Positions to start as soon as possible. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2011:13 Chief Social Policy: UNICEF
Deadline: 6 June 2011

Senior National Officer (NOD)
Harare, Zimbabwe
(Fixed Term Post)

UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s rights organization, has an opening for a passionate and committed professional who wants to make a lasting difference for children in Zimbabwe. We are seeking people with a commitment for women and children, high drive for results, demonstrable embracing of diversity, integrity, demonstrable teamwork, good analytical and organizational skills.

A unique opportunity has arisen for a senior manager who will have ample scope to directly impact women’s and children’s rights in Zimbabwe. This individual will be strategically placed and work closely with the UNICEF Representative as well as managing a small team of professional staff working on social policy. They must demonstrate accountability for effective engagement in social policy dialogue with the Government for programme development, increased public resource allocation towards the social sectors and local capacity building in support of the goal of universal coverage of essential social services and the creation of a protective environment for children. The person will work actively with development partners including sister UN agencies, international financial institution, donors and civil society to prioritise child rights issues in their agendas.

Key result areas for this senior level post include:

1. Ensuring children’s right achieve prominence in economic and social policy through participation in national development processes owned by the government and consultative group meetings, assistance to visiting missions from other UN agencies and International Financial Institutions and Civil Society Organizations
2. Ensuring advocacy efforts are effectively made to raise awareness on children’s rights with both the general public and with policy makers and to ensure local buy-in and continued relevance of UNICEF programming.
3. Assembling, analysing and reporting on economic, fiscal and social data to provide a strong analytical foundation to UNICEF’s knowledge base on macro socio-economic issues and processes in the country; identifying, designing and implementing strategic research and studies necessary to influence national development dialogue and plans for child rights fulfilment.
4. Assist the government to revitalize its capacity on statistical data collection and analysis and in aid coordination and aid effectiveness.
5. Advise the Representative and section colleagues on emerging opportunities for UNICEF to influence development process for children’s rights and the strategic lines of action to be adopted in both national processes and UN reform.
6. Managing the Social Policy Section and coordinating support to all of UNICEF program sections in sector policy and situation analysis.

Qualifications and Competencies:

-    Advanced university degree in Economics, Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, International Finance, or other relevant disciplines.
-    At least ten years of relevant professional work experience.
-    Developing country work experience or field work experience

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application quoting vacancy notice number to the following address.

HR Specialist
(Vacancy Notice: Zim-2011:13)
UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,
P O Box 1250
Belgravia, Harare

Or email: hararevacancies [at] gmail [dot] com

Only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

Three (3) vacancies: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Deadline: 6 June 2011

UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s rights organization, has an opening for a passionate and committed professional who wants to make a lasting difference for children in Zimbabwe. We are seeking people with a commitment for women and children, high drive for results, demonstrable embracing of diversity, integrity, demonstrable teamwork, good analytical and organizational skills.

1) Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2011:11 – Finance Officer

National Officer at NOB Level based in Harare
Zimbabwe (Fixed Term Post)
Post being re-advertised

Purpose of the Job:

Under the supervision of Finance Manager, this position provides high quality supports to Harare Office staff, regional, and headquarters levels, in the area of accounting control, recording, and reporting of assets, liabilities and income. Monitors the appropriate disbursements of funds and payment accounts in accordance with rules, regulations and established budgetary limits.

Major Tasks to be accomplished:

1. Fiduciary responsibility of funds and assets: esponsible in closely monitoring the cash balance of all accounts in the banks and other accounts. Supervise control against Petty Cash funds, disbursement, recording and accounting. Also ensures closing/liquidation of the accounts in timely manner.

2. Responsible for the safekeeping of cash and cheques. Supervise control against Personal Advances Recoveries to ensure adherence to the prevailing rules and regulations. Also ensure recovery of local PAR in timely manner.
Ensuring that account receivable is closely monitored and deposited accordingly, and no prior year of entries are outstanding.

3. Monitor cash flow projection from all programmes, supply, and operations and ensure liquidity, funds replenishment just when they are needed, hence end month of cash balances do not exceed USD 200,000 per month, therefore preparation and analyze of financial date for budget estimation should took place. Cash Optimization report should be uploaded on intranet by 7th of each month.

4. Compliance with all financial and operational systems and procedures: Supervise, review and check all transactions pertaining to office expenditures for compliance with UNICEF financial rules and regulations. Ensure the accuracy of recording the expenditures. Facilitate regular assessments of monthly accounts; ensure the quality assurance of the accounts for compliance with the existing UNICEF rules and regulations.

5. Timely accounting and financial reports: Ensure that monthly closure of accounts and ensure that form 149 and Form 359 is submitted to HQ by the fifth of the following month. Completion of all HQ requirements for End Year closure and ensure that documents are submitted on time. Provide advice to HQ on the status of zero balance account, and provide feedback and ensure prompt responses to any queries rose by UNICEF NYHQ pertaining to finance and Accounts related issues.

6. Managing Knowledge and Information: Provide advice to all programme and operations staffs on the application and interpretation of UNICEF accounting and financial rules, regulations, procedures and policies, especially with the IPSAS and VISION Implementation. Undertake filed visit in supporting the assurance activity related to HACT Implementation, and provide finance training. Coordinate the unit by setting performance standard and objectives.

7. Establish an effective coordination, communication, collaboration: Build relationship based on the information exchange and trust with others in the organization and outside the organization. Represent the office in meetings with local banks and administrative suppliers, negotiates locally issued contracts as well as in meetings with other UN agencies to coordinate operational matters and activities, including harmonization of the UN common system.

Qualifications and Competencies:

-    Advanced university degree in accounting, business administration, economics or financial management and membership – or enrolled for membership – of recognized professional accountancy body.
-    At least five years of relevant professional work experience in the field of finance.
-    ERP/SAP experience will be an added advantage.
-    Good analytical and organizational skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

2. Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2011:14 – Information Technology Officer

(NOB Level) Zimbabwe
(Fixed Term Post)

An opportunity has arisen for an ICT Officer to provide technical, operational and procedural support and end-user services within UNICEF Harare. The national officer will be instrumental in the implementation, maintenance and improvement of information technology systems, procedures and activities of the office in accordance with the ICT work plan. The role requires effective planning and organisational skills along with solid technical experience to support the office’s ICT needs.

Key result areas for this senior level post include:

1. Promoting the productivity and effectiveness of the office ensuring the appropriateness of local computing and telecommunications facilities to meet programme requirements.
2. Providing accountability for ICT resources through accurate analysis and evaluation of office’s ICT needs, sound procurement, maintaining software/hardware standards and accurate recording of inventory and effective reporting of ICT inventory.
3. Advising on correct interpretation and application of ICT policies and guidelines in support of the office’s information communication technology needs.

Qualifications and Competencies:

-    Advanced university degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other relevant disciplines.
-    At least five years solid hands-on of relevant professional ICT work experience.
-    LAN/WAN and Telecommunications experience essential.
-    ERP/SAP experience will be an added advantage.
-    Experience of working in teams critical.

3. Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2011:15 – Education Specialist

Senior National Officer (NOD Level)
Harare, Zimbabwe
(Fixed Term Post)

A unique opportunity has arisen for a senior education specialist at managerial level who’s role will work closely with the Chief of Education and Gender Equality and be responsible for supporting the Ministry of Education and related ministries in the design and adoption of holistic, quality and equitable education policies and strategies. This function has an upstream-orientated focus working with high levels of our government counterparts, donors and other partners both within and outside the UN in Zimbabwe. This senior national manager would play a critical leadership role in the education sector over a wide variety of issues and participate directly in policy development and reform, sector financing and other unique opportunities programmatically whilst also providing management support to the quality education unit in UNICEF Zimbabwe.

The ideal candidate will have a track record in the education sector, a solid grounding in sector-wide approaches and the ability to network widely; much of their role will be convening and coordinating for which they will need a solid technical competence. They will provide technical support and guidance on appropriate technical, financial and institutional capacity building measures to achieve the education programme goals. The person will also ensure that monitoring mechanisms are in place to track progress towards disparities reduction goals and targets in education.

Key result areas for this senior level post include:

1. Designing of holistic quality education policies and frameworks in a gender-specific and Child Friendly framework.
2. Promoting knowledge management by convening and coordinating a wide range of senior level technical fora with counterparts and partners
3. Promoting the quality of rights-based education programming through participation of programme goals, strategies and approaches.
4. Participating in major evaluations exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government counterparts in the areas of access, quality and equity.
5. Promoting UNICEF’s goals through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in communication, and networking.

Qualifications and Competencies:

-    Advanced university degree in Education, Primary Education or Social Sciences filed relevant to the international development assistance.
-    At least ten years of relevant professional work experience in the fields relevant to Education programmes.

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet any of the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application quoting vacancy notice number to the following address:

HR Specialist
(Vacancy Notice: Zim-2011: …)
UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,
P O Box 1250
Belgravia, Harare

Or email: hararevacancies [at] gmail [dot] com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Assistant Transport Officer (Bulawayo): JSI Research and Training Institute
Deadline: 7 June 2011 (5pm)

Background:

JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. (JSI), contractor for the Supply Chain Management System Project (SCMS), a U.S. Government (USG)-funded global technical assistance project aimed at strengthening health supply chains in developing countries, is recruiting for the position of Assistant Transport Officer (ATO) to be based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. This is a one-year, full time contract position. The contract is renewable pending availability of funds. This position reports to the Transport Officer in Harare.

Key functions:

-    Supervise project Drivers
-    Schedule and follow up project vehicles for fueling, service and repairs
-    Check vehicle and repair invoices to ensure that all work carried out was requested and was billed correctly and fairly
-    Check and verify project vehicle log sheets
-    Encode data from vehicle log sheets and compile KPIs
-    Reconcile fuel usage and mileage covered monthly
-    Carry out investigation for the Vehicle Care Committee (VCC)

Responsibilities:

-    Participate in driver recruitment and selection
-    Supervise project Drivers
-    Maintain complete files of vehicle operating records in a way that allows for easy retrieval of records when needed
-    Encode data from vehicle logs and compile KPIs for review by Transport Officer
-    Schedule vehicles for regular preventive maintenance servicing
-    Schedule vehicles for repairs as necessary
-    Ensure that proper methods and procedures are being followed for the orderly and effective servicing of vehicles
-    Follow up and ensure timeous recovery of vehicles on breakdown
-    Randomly inspect vehicles after repairs to ensure that all repairs were properly effected
-    Check vehicle service and repair invoices to ensure that all work carried out was requested and was billed correctly and fairly
-    Manage and control the vehicles spare inventory
-    Assist in identifying and specifying all purchases of material or parts needed for proper maintenance
-    Assist the Transport Officer in the identification of vehicle maintenance service providers or vendors
-    Check fuel requests and assist in carrying out fuel consumption reconciliation for project vehicles before procuring additional fuel
-    Assist the Transport Officer in preparing agendas and conducting Drivers meetings
-    Identify needs and make recommendations for operational improvement
-    Manage the use of all assigned maintenance equipment and facilities
-    Schedule JSI vehicles and drivers for local and out of Bulawayo trips in response to transportation requests
-    Process local licencing and insurance of project vehicles
-    Assist in the review of JSI Transport Policies and Procedures
-    Carry out quarterly and random project vehicles inspections
-    Conduct regular Drivers’ meetings
-    Direct responses to accidents involving JSI vehicles in the Southern Region
-    Carry out investigations and gather information for the Vehicle Care Committee (VCC)

Qualifications:

-    At least 5 GCE ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics
-    Diploma in Transport Management
-    Valid Zimbabwe professional diver’s licence
-    At least five years working experience in transport at supervisory level
-    Ability to read, write and perform basic Mathematics functions
-    Neat and clean appearance
-    Ability to get along well with co-workers
-    Police clearance
-    Willingness to travel outside Bulawayo
-    Good physical and mental health

Competitive salary and benefits. Interested applicants please submit application letter complete resume, and contactable references to: Country Director, Southwest Wing, Room SW 07, Agriculture House, No. 1 Adylinn Road, Corner Marlborough Drive, Marlborough, Harare. Fax: +263-4-309830. Email: info [at] jsizim [dot] co [dot] zw

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Executive Director: Young Women’s Leadership Institute (Nairobi)
Deadline: 9 June 2011

The Young Women’s Leadership Institute (YWLI) is a feminist organisation whose mission is to nurture young women’s leadership and create spaces for their engagement in policy processes.

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated and created young feminist to serve as our Executive Director. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide overall leadership in the strategic direction of the organisation through its office in Nairobi. The specific performance of her job will entail the following:

-    Oversee high quality programmatic work and outcomes as established through an annual organisational plan the Strategic Plan; ensuring that YWLI programmes are implemented to the highest standard
-    Successfully oversee resource mobilisation and financial management of YWLI; Effectively implement financial controls; ensure that operational practices safeguard staff and resources
-    Appropriately manage identified risks and legal compliance requirements
-    Maintain a good public image for YWLI and ensure that all staff act in accordance with YWLI’s values, mission and vision; Build strategic partnerships and alliances
-    Guide staff in strategic thinking and planning process
-    Build a strong organisational culture through effective human resources oversight and building a learning organisation
-    Effectively manage staff, hold them accountable and responsible as per their performance objective
-    Work effectively with the Board for planning and governance; liaise with Trustees and Board in strengthening YWLI’s strategic framework

Skills and core competences
Candidates should demonstrate the following:
1.    An advanced university degree in social sciences or equivalent based on work in women’s right and policy analysis
2.    At least five years’ experience in women’s rights work or a related field
3.    At least five years’ experience in fundraising and managing an organisation or a programme/project with an annual budget of not less than US$250,000
4.    A keen understanding of women’s movement, national, regional and global political and social dynamics; analytical and conceptual skills, and ability to translate these into programme development based on young women’s experiences
5.    Strong affinity with the thinking behind YWLI concept
6.    Excellent networking and relationship skills
7.    Demonstrated team working qualities, and ability to deliver results; Excellent communication skills with demonstrated verbal and written skills in English
8.    Curiosity and passion to learn, push to envelope, innovate, be creative, take thoughtful risks and get things done
9.    Demonstrated commitment to the values of equality and diversity as regards women’s rights, women’s bodily integrity and sexual orientation
10.    Demonstrated strong work ethic

Candidates should ideally be under 35 years of age, but applications from all qualified candidates will be considered.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package that includes housing allowance, medical cover and use of organisation car.

If you would like to apply for the job please send an application letter, CV and statement of purpose indicating why you are best placed for this job (500 words maximum) to recruitment [at] ywli [dot] or [dot] ke by 9th June 2011. Please DO NOT apply if you are homophobic, anti-choice or a religious fanatic! Candidates should be committed to the values of the Young Women’s Leadership Institute.

Regional Programme Officer: Open Society (East Africa)
Deadline: 10 June 2011

The Open Society Foundations works worldwide to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

We are seeking a Program Officer to promote state compliance with governance and human rights standards at the East African Community (EAC) and African Union (AU). The position reports to the directors of OSIEA and AfriMAP (OSF’s Africa Governance, Monitoring and Advocacy Project).

Qualifications:

* A proven commitment to the protection of human rights and knowledge of the EAC and AU mechanisms. Familiarity with civil society networks within Eastern Africa.
* Experience with research and writing for publication.
* Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
* Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
* Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
* Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
* Willingness to travel as needed
* Relevant advanced degree and/or extensive experience in human rights work

Responsibilities:

* Serve as the focal point for research, monitoring, and advocacy work pertaining to the EAC and AU, especially in relation to NEPAD and the African Peer Review Mechanism. Conduct relevant legal and policy analysis for internal and external audiences.

* Write and/or commission reports and advocacy documents. Oversee AfriMAP research and publications for the region. This will entail identifying and contracting researchers, reviewing and editing drafts, and organizing for publication of AfriMAP reports.
* Develop and support institutions and networks working on these issues through convenings and grant giving.
* Integrate the OSIEA organizational values into the performance of duties and tasks on a daily basis and participate in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.

OSIEA promotes public participation in democratic governance and respect for human rights by awarding grants, developing programs, and bringing together diverse civil society leaders and groups.

AfrMAP monitors and promotes compliance by African states with AU standards of good governance, democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

For more information: www.soros.org

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

No phone calls, please.

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to jobs [at] osiea [dot] org

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Programme Officer (Markets and Business Development):CAFOD
Deadline: 1 April 2011 (4pm)

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package
Contract: 6 month
Based: Harare, Zimbabwe
Post status: National

CAFOD works with partner organisations to combat poverty and injustice and to build a strong and dynamic civil society. We are currently recruiting for the position of Programme Officer – Markets and Business Development who is needed to:
·    Work closely with the Livelihoods Programme Manager in managing and developing CAFOD’s programme in Zimbabwe in as far as markets, business and micro enterprise development are concerned,
·    Take forward relationships with key stakeholders and partners at both operational and strategic level, contributing to the formulation of CAFOD’s strategies and goals, developing programmes to achieve those goals, and carrying out the programme appraisal, monitoring and review needed to implement and manage programmes in line with CAFOD’s values and working principles.
·    Capture learning from this work and feed this back into the wider organisation
The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Business Studies, Agricultural Economics; Agribusiness management (or a related qualification) and three years post qualification experience preferably in NGO sector.

This is a great opportunity for a fast-learner that wants to start immediately.

Please Note That This Is A Local Post Where National Terms And Conditions Apply.

To apply please visit this link http://www.cafod.org.uk/about-us/jobs/international

Programme Support Officer- Water and Infrastructure: CAFOD
Deadline: 1 April 2011 (4pm)

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package
Based: Harare, Zimbabwe
Contract: 6 month
Post Status: National

CAFOD works with partner organisations to combat poverty and injustice and to build a strong and dynamic civil society. We are currently recruiting for the position of Programme Support Officer – Water and Irrigation Development who is needed to support partners working on a Short Term Food Security programme with a particular emphasis on water, infrastructure, irrigation development, and Programme Cycle Management.

The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Water and irrigation development (or equivalent) and two years post qualification experience preferably in NGO sector.

This is a great opportunity for a fast-learner that wants to start immediately.

Please Note That This Is A Local Post Where National Terms And Conditions Apply.

To apply please visit this link http://www.cafod.org.uk/about-us/jobs/international

Communications and Outreach Manager: Africa Centre for Holistic Management
Deadline: 1 April 2011

Supervisor: The incumbent will report directly to the Executive Director

Required qualifications, skills and work experience
- BSc Degree in Journalism or equivalent
- A minimum of two years work experience as a writer or communications specialist
- Experience in making presentations, co-ordinating and facilitating meetings
- Knowledge of Holistic Management a plus, commitment to gaining it essential
- Possess excellent writing skills in English
- Possess excellent speaking and public relations skills
- Possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel, Outlook, Explorer, PowerPoint)
- Fluency in Ndebele (Fluency in Nambya, Tonga & Shona a plus)
- Knowledge and experience of proposal development a plus
- Knowledge and experience of advertising and marketing a plus
- International work experience a plus

Responsibilities
- Manage communications and outreach for Africa Centre
- Oversee production of advertising and communication information
- Organize and coordinate Outreach program
- Work closely with Development Director and technical team to develop proposals for funding
- Work closely with all sections to understand activities on the ground to create accurate feedback to stakeholders at all levels (community, Trustees, College Advisory Board, local, regional and international donors and funding agencies):
- In promoting College activities and programmes through speaking assignments and written materials (brochures, flyers, quarterly reports, editorials for magazines and newspapers etc)
- General correspondence, mainly via email with international clients
- Develop a program to improve the dissemination of Africa Centre’s work to the local, regional and international communities
- Liaise with funding organizations locally, regionally and internationally and follow up communications and opportunities for funding directed towards our core programme
- Research and identify opportunities to submit proposals to support organization’s programs on the ground

Salary: Salary offer and benefits commensurate with experience. ACHM is an equal opportunity employer.

For consideration, please submit cover letter, a sample of an article or paper you have written, C.V. and references to: rbikwa [at] achmonline [dot] org or hmatanga [at] achmonline [dot] org

Human Resources Assistant: Concern Worldwide
Deadline: 1 April 2011

Concern Worldwide, an Irish non-governmental organisation, is looking for an individual for the following position:

Profile specific to the post:

- Graduate Degree in Social Sciences, communications, human resources or other related discipline
- Diploma in Personnel Management/part will be an added advantage
- Minimum of 2 years experience in the Human Resources function
- Experience in NGO sector will be an added advantage
- Experience in organizing and co-ordinating training function
- Experience in managing complex industrial relations systems
- Experience with managing an employee medical scheme
- Knowledge of Zimbabwe labour law will be an added advantage
- Excellent skills in Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Interested candidates should send their CVs as well as the following (Only candidates who meet the person profile above may be short listed)
- Details of two professional referees of persons to whom they reported
- A covering letter outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the post
- Details of their current or most recent salary
- Dates of availability

Applications should be sent to: The HR Manager, Concern Worldwide
Email: Lucille.tapfumaneyi [at] concern [dot] net

Concern encourages female candidates and people living with HIV to apply. A competitive salary will be offered according to qualifications and experience.

Regional Technical Advisor – Monitoring and Evaluation: Catholic Relief Services
Deadline: 2 April 2011

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an organisation that promotes human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies.

CRS seeks to appoint a Technical Advisor: Monitoring and Evaluation, based in Lusaka, Zambia, to provide leadership within Southern Africa to strengthen organisational and staff capacity to design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems.
S/he will provide technical assistance to Southern Africa Country Programmes, their partners and staff to ensure that projects and programmes are monitored as needed; scopes for evaluation reflect key learning questions; high quality external or internal evaluators undertake evaluations; recommendations are adopted and lessons learned are disseminated; and ICT4D is strategically coordinated and advanced in Southern Africa. S/he will work closely with other Regional Technical Advisors (RTAs) in Southern Africa, and be part of a network of technical advisors for M&E within CRS, liaising with counterparts to develop and disseminate tools, best practices and policies.

This is a unique position to work with other TAs to develop and strengthen systems for monitoring and evaluation, both within specific projects, across programme areas and organisationally at the Country Programme level. Equally, the other RTAs are well-equipped to contribute to the development of effective monitoring and evaluation systems and tools within their sectors. CRS has a good set of project related guides, tools and resources including: ProPack I, II and II, focusing on project design, implementation and monitoring, respectively. In addition, CRS has a set of M&E standards for its projects and Country Programmes.

S/he will also assist Country Programmes in helping strengthen the capacity of local partners’ monitoring and evaluation systems, and will work closely with the DRD/PQ and other TAs to advance a learning agenda for the Region.

Responsibilities:
·    Provide leadership in their portfolio consisting of M&E, learning and ICT4D;
·    Develop and implement a strategic plan for strengthening capacity of Country Programme and Regional staff to design, implement and utilise CRS M&E systems to improve programme quality;
·    Assist Country Programmes to strengthen capacity of Local Partner staff to implement and utilize M&E standards and systems to improve program quality;
·    Assist Country Programmes and the Regional team in project design and the development and review of strategies;
·    Collaborate with Regional and Country Programme staff to realise a learning agenda rooted in evidenced-based approaches;
·    Develop M&E resources that benefit Southern Africa staff primarily, but that also have wider agency resonance;
·    Actively lead the Southern Africa M&E community and participate in the agency M&E community to strengthen CRS M&E globally.
Requirements:
·    PhD preferred, or Masters degree and equivalent experience, in a field relevant to a senior M&E position in an international NGO;
·    Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive responsibility in overseas relief and development programmes;
·    Minimum of 5 years experience working for an international agency on monitoring and evaluation;
·    Thorough familiarity with principles and current approaches to monitoring and evaluation of relief and development programmes using both quantitative and qualitative methods;
·    Experience in data collection, including survey design and training enumerators;
·    Understanding and experience with data management, including database design;
·    Strong experience analysing data, including both qualitative and quantitative methods, and experience with appropriate software;
·    Experience training others in M&E, including developing and leading workshops;
·    Understanding of donor expectations and trends for M&E, especially by key donors, FFP, and PEPFAR;
·    Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods;
·    Excellent written and verbal communication;
·    Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% of her/his time;
·    Prior experience in sub-Saharan Africa preferred;
·    Skilled in working collaboratively with others;
·    Able to work with diverse groups of people in a multicultural, team environment;
·    Excellent interpersonal communication skills;
·    Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision, including prioritizing work and multi-tasking to meet deadlines;
·    Excellent organisation, planning and analytical skills;
·    Detail oriented.
For a detailed job description and to apply, please refer to www.crs.org/about/careers

Three (3) vacancies: Africa University
Deadline: 20 April 2011

Africa University, an International Pan African and United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the following positions:

1. Soil Science Laboratory Technician

Qualifications
- At least a Degree in Agriculture
- Possession of a Diploma in Applied Chemistry, or City & Guilds Part II or equivalent is an added advantage

Duties
-    Prepare, conduct & supervise practical sessions for undergraduate and post graduate studies
-    Provide soil science support services to researchers in the University
-    Supervise soil and foliar analysis services
-    Operate and maintain soil science laboratory equipment
-    Maintain health and safety procedures  in the use of laboratory chemicals and equipment
-    Order and control inventory of laboratory equipment
-    Order, maintain stocks and supervise the use of laboratory chemicals
-    Assist in field based advice and practicals in soil science
-    General maintenance of the soil science laboratory
-    Supervise other soil science laboratory personnel
-    Operate specialized laboratory equipment such as atomic absorption/emission spectrophotometer, ultra violet visible spectrophotometer, nitrogen distillation unit and other allied equipment
-    Any other duties as assigned by the responsible office
Experience
-    At least five years experience in a relevant laboratory
-    Good verbal and written communication skills

2. Archivist

The successful candidate, who will report directly to the University librarian, will be responsible for the Kent M Weeks Archives section of the Jokomo / Yamada Library.

Responsibilities
-    Appraising, describing, classifying, arranging and preserving materials of Africa University and the United Methodist Church
-    Assessing of the audio visual materials and making any preservation priorities from the inventories, further guiding the cataloguing and preservation of the collections
-    Protecting any original materials; creating preservation masters, and providing reference copies of materials at risk in the collections
-    Arranging and cataloguing still and moving images and recording sound holdings in the Kent Weeks Archives
-    Maintaining records in accordance with accepted standards and practices that ensure the long-term preservation and easy retrieval of the documents
-    Planning for the Archives physical expansion project
-    Optimising use of the archival storage space
-    Participating actively in providing service to clients including access to the Kent M Weeks Archives, and any other educational activities as determined by the Africa University’s mission and policies
-    Assisting with reference, acquisitions, and exhibits in the Kent M. Weeks Archives and any other outreach activities

Requirements
-    BSc. in Archives and Records Management or
-    B.A. in History / BSc. in Information Science plus Archival training
-    Knowledge of print and photographic history, recording technology and audio visual collection
-    At least 3 years of experience in Archives / Records management
-    Experience of working with computerized archival database an added advantage
-    Evidence of excellent organisational and communication skills
-    Ability to work with minimum supervision.

3. Nurse

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of high quality health care to the University community through promoting good health, preventing illness, curing the sick and rehabilitating the recuperating.

Specific Responsibilities
-    Providing quality nursing care
-    Prevention of infections
-    Counseling of clients
-    Maintain a stock control system for all medical supplies
-    Offering first aid management on gatherings like graduation and sporting activities
-    Processing medical aid forms

Requirements
-    At least a Diploma in general Nursing
-    Registered General Nurse
-    At least two years experience in the nursing profession
-    Registration with the Zimbabwe Nurses Council
-    Good at communicating at all levels

To Apply

Applications together with six (6) copies of CV, certified copies of certificates, academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their e-mail and postal addresses should be forwarded to:

Assistant Registrar, Personnel and Administration
Africa University
P. O. Box 1320
Mutare

Email: arpa [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw or arpasec [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw

Several vacancies: Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG)
Deadline: Until positions are filled

The Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG) at Africa University seeks to contribute to a culture of peace, good governance, security and socio-economic development in Africa through research, teaching, networking and community-level action. IPLG provides a focus for training, research and documentation in the areas of peace, leadership and governance in Africa with a view to developing the skills of students and practitioners in these areas. IPLG invites applicants for the following positions:
Lectureship Positions

1. Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Human Rights

Duties and responsibilities
This position involves a mix of teaching and administrative responsibilities.
-    Develop and update curricula in Human Rights and Rule of Law and related fields.
-    Teach the theory and practice of Human Rights.
-    Contribute to the core research programme in Human Rights and other areas.
-    Mentor, supervise and train students in Human Rights promotion and policy development.
-    Supervise students’ research projects and dissertations.
-    Engage in scholarly research academic activities in the broader fields of Human Rights and Rule of Law.
-    Promote public and outreach events in the discipline of Human Rights and Rule of Law.
-    Facilitate training, workshops, seminars and executive courses in Human Rights and Rule of Law.
-    Attend IPLG meetings and University Committee meetings.
-    Develop and coordinate projects on Human Rights and related areas.
-    Perform any other functions from time to time as required

Qualifications and Experience
University doctorate degree in Law, Social/Political Science, International Relations, International Law/Humanitarian Law or a related field.

Experience
-    Demonstration of ability to contribute to the Institute’s research profile and an outstanding record of research and publication in the broader fields of Human Rights.
-    Teaching experience at graduate level.
-    At least 5 years international experience working in human rights arena will be considered an advantage.
-    Experience in human rights practice including experience of working with multi-lateral, government or non-government human rights organisations.

Key Attributes
Applicants must have strong networking skills in order to work with the local, regional and international, human rights, peace and justice organisations. Be conversant with human rights instruments and institutions in Africa as well as internationally. Ability to work as team and respect for diversity.

2. Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Leadership and Governance

Duties and responsibilities
This position involves a mix of teaching and administrative responsibilities.
-    Develop and update curricula in the discipline of Leadership and Governance.
-    Teach the theory and practice of Leadership and Governance.
-    Contribute to the core research programme in field of Leadership and related areas.
-    Mentor, supervise and train students in Leadership Development and Analysis.
-    Supervise students’ research projects and dissertations.
-    Engage in scholarly research and academic activities.
-    Promote public and outreach activities in the discipline.
-    Facilitate training, workshops, seminars and executive courses in Leadership Development and Governance.
-    Attend IPLG meetings and University Committee meetings.
-    Develop and coordinate projects in the area of Leadership Development, Governance and related fields.
-    Perform any other functions from time to time as required.

Qualifications and Experience
-    University doctorate degree in any of the following areas of discipline Management, Leadership, Administration, Governance, or a related field.
-    Proven ability to contribute to the institutes’ research profile and an outstanding record of research and publication in human rights.
-    Teaching experience at university graduate level.
-    At least 5 years experience working in Leadership Development, Management or Governance.
-    Experience working in a leadership position.

Key Attributes
Applicants must have strong networking skills in order to work with the local, regional and international public and private sector organisations as well as civil society. Strong candidates will be conversant with Leadership development in Africa. Other desirable skills are the ability to work in a team and respect for diversity.

Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Lectureship positions are full-time and appointment will be made at an appropriate level based on qualifications.

All positions report to IPLG Director.  These Terms of Reference are approximate, and in no case limited to the functions hereby specified. IPLG and the University authorities reserve their right to include the modifications they consider necessary to optimize the implementation of the project.

To Apply:
The following submissions are required:
- 6 copies of a cover letter stating how the applicant meets the requirements of the post and addressing each of the elements of the job requirements and personal specifications.
- 6 copies of full curriculum vitae, including particulars of qualifications, employment history and current salary, and the names and contact details of three referees who may be contacted immediately.
- 6 sets of certified academic and professional certificates and degree transcripts.

Applicants together with CV, 6 copies of certified certificates. Academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their email and postal addresses should be forwarded to:

Assistant Registrar – Personnel and Administration
Africa University
Box 1320
Mutare

Closing date: Until the positions have been filled

Correspondence will be made to short listed candidates only.

Hello out there . . .

We might not have regular power supply or water, and you might have to hone your driving skills to negotiate the potholes, but we have Sun, Humour and a Lot of Love.

Work in and for Zimbabwe. Help grow our nation. Check out the vacancies below. If you’d like to receive this sort of information by email each week drop us a note saying “subscribe” to info [at] kubatana [dot] net

Regional Finance and Administration Manager, Southern Africa: CAFOD
Deadline: 24 March 2011
Based in Harare, Zimbabwe
3-year international contract

CAFOD, one of UK’s major international aid agencies, is presently looking for a Regional Finance and Support Manager for its office in Harare. Our work in Africa includes programmes with partner organisations in Southern Africa to combat poverty and injustice with a focus on building a strong and dynamic civil society.

In Zimbabwe CAFOD is part of the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference.

The regional programme currently comprises of work in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Swaziland and Mozambique.

As part of the Southern Africa team, the Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for:

·    All aspects of financial management in the office, in compliance with CAFOD standards and procedures, providing information to enable effective management for the country and/or region
·    Oversight of programme finances, including compliance with standards of donor organisations, and providing oversight or direct support to partner organisations in their financial management
·    Developing a new finance team ensuring financial management and support to all programmes within the region
·    Support to the Finance Officer in the Mozambique office
·    Management of finance staff and office managers as well as other office support staff
·    Ensuring all legal processes are followed
·    Overseeing local HR processes

You will be a qualified accountant or have substantial management as a Finance Manager with at least a degree in accounting, finance or similar qualification. You should have knowledge and hands-on experience of accounts, bookkeeping and budgeting as well as financial management with experience of multi donor funded programmes. You will be competent in accounting software packages and spreadsheets and have hands-on experience of office IT systems, including MS Office. You will have excellent written and spoken English and experience in managing others – ideally in an administrative or office management capacity.

This is an International post with a competitive salary and benefits package.

To read more and apply, please visit http://www.cafod.org.uk/jobs by 24 March 2011

Media and Advocacy Officer: ZEPAD
Deadline: 25 March 2011

Position Description

This post is based in Harare with travel around the country. The officer will work under the supervision of the National Coordinator and will be responsible for the implementation of all project related activities. Specifically, the position will involve the following:

-    Organise a baseline survey: identify local experts to conduct the survey according to specific criteria, monitor its implementation;
-    Facilitate parliamentary literacy training for the media/ journalists so as to strengthen the role of the media to report on issues of political accountability and transparency;
-    Facilitate media literacy training for parliamentarians and policy makers;
-    Facilitate dialogue between media freedom groups, policy-makers and journalists;
-    Establish a press centre in or close to parliament to facilitate the exchange of information and networking amongst journalists and politicians;
-    Coordinate media and advocacy work for ZEPAD and partner CSOs on the constitutional reform and elections with the goal to influence policy;
-    Strengthen ZEPAD’s and partner CSOs’ ability to effectively engage with the media;
-    Advise the National Coordinator on all matters to do with the media;
-    Coordinate partners’ work on supporting victims of political violence, security training and healing projects;
-    Design and follow-up on a monitoring and evaluation framework for all ZEPAD and partner-related activities;
-    Draft weekly narrative reports, due each Friday at close of business;
-    Draft other reports/position papers/briefings as necessary;
-    Maintain a weekly work plan and providing updates on progress on a regular basis;
-    Provide quarterly narrative reports on the aforementioned activities;
-    Provide ZEPAD’s Financial Officer with regular financial information related to the aforementioned activities.

Qualifications  of successful candidates

University degree in Journalism, Degree in Communication or related degree.
A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of a university degree.

Required skills/Experience

-    At least two years of progressive experience working for Civil Society Organisations and/or the media;
-    Experience working with parliamentarians, good knowledge of Zimbabwean political landscape;
-    Sound experience in project and program design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing;
-    Ability to conduct high-level discussions and negotiations in a productive manner with senior government officials, civil society groups and experts in related fields.

Attributes/ Desirables

-    Knowledgeable on the current media and political affairs of Zimbabwe.
-    2-year drivers license.
-    Computer literate with web skills highly desirable.
-    Good reporting skills.
-    Personal qualities: independent, self-starter, reliable, team player with good diplomatic skills.

How to apply

Email current CV and letter of motivation addressed to the National Coordinator to: programs [at] zepad [dot] org

Assistant Project Manager: CARE International Zimbabwe
Deadline: 25 March 2011

Based in Harare and reporting to the relief Co-ordinator (RC), the Assistant Project Manager (APM) will provide support to Country Office (CO) Relief Operations. The incumbent is expected to be well versed with the humanitarian assistance issues, sectoral and geographical activities of other NGOs, government priorities, and donor interests. S/he will assist in the identification of programming opportunities and development of proposals using donor specific formats. The incumbent will further participate in the development of procurement and implementation plans and follow-up to ensure effective/timely implementation of the plans. S/he will review and consolidate periodic and final project reports, relating to proposed and actual activities and inputs to measured outputs/results and forecasting longer-term outcomes and submit as directed by the RC.

This position requires 35% field travel essential to gain insights on implementation problems and work with the RC in addressing identified problems. S/he will attend programme meetings at various levels in the field and Harare and submit summaries of deliberations to the supervisor and other audiences as appropriate. The incumbent will also verify procurement, distribution of information, transport and WFP VGF invoices, participate in recruitment of programme staff, review of project spending and provide timely logistical support to the programmes in the field. S/he will work closely with the RC in the development and rollout of the Emergency Preparedness Plan for the CO.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences or equivalent
- Five years’ experience in food programming/humanitarian work at middle management level, preferably with an NGO
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Microsoft Outlook and ability to develop statistical packages and data analysis
- Strong co-ordination and team approach, staff development skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication including report-writing skills
- Ability to identify and solve problems, prioritise work/multi-task and meet specified deadlines
- Demonstrated capacity to work under pressure and produce quality tangible results
- Familiarity with the GoZ policy protocols/policies in respect of NGO operations
- Demonstrated organisational values of professionalism, probity, integrity and commitment to humanitarian principles

Interested candidates who meet the stated qualifications should submit applications and updated Curriculum Vitae by 25th March, 2011 to: vacancies [at] carezimbabwe [dot] org or The HR and Legal Co-ordinator, 8 Ross Avenue, Belgravia, Harare
Or PO Box HG 937, Highlands, Harare

4 (Four) Vacancies: Population Services International Zimbabwe (PSI)
Deadline: 25 March 2011

Population Services International Zimbabwe (PSI) is a leading global health organisation with programmes targeting HIV and reproductive health, malaria and child survival. Working in partnership with the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the market, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical and behaviour change communications that empower the world’s most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

Opportunities have arisen for suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:

1. Research Coordinator – Head Office

Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the design of quantitative and qualitative research projects
- Designing data entry templates using specialized computer software
- Collecting and interpreting data and writing reports. Conducting quality control of field data collection
- Coordinating and conducting data entry, data transformation and proofing. Supervise data entry staff and data entry agencies
- Documenting MIS reports to ensure prompt reporting. Preparation and submission of monthly research reports required
- Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements
- Degree in Statistics, demography, Public Health, mathematics or other related field
- A Masters Degree in any of the above fields is a distinct advantage
- Demonstrated computer skills are necessary, mainly SPSS and spreadsheets
- Ability to accurately and completely enter data, extrapolate data and create reports and summaries
- Ability to train and assist other staff particularly vendors in the use of SPSS
- Ability to perform complex, detail-oriented tasks and to work with clients/subjects and colleagues
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research and a desire to work in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Minimum 2 years experience in quantitative research is preferred
- Clean Class 4 diver’s licence and prepared to drive in rural areas

2. Management Information & Systems (MIS) Officer – Head Office

Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain program databases to provide essential program information for department heads, PSI/Z donors, stakeholders and partners
- Ensure correct and consistent use of distribution monitoring tools to monitor PSI/Z product and service delivery performance
- Ensure effective use of MIS based data collection monitoring tools to monitor performance of interpersonal communication initiatives
- Work closely with the sales accounting to figure the MIS to meet program information needs
- Utilize GIS applications to ensure efficient collection of GIS data for mapping and to establish a priority setting mechanism for enhancing targeting of PSI/Z health products and services
- Verify and ensure correct reporting of monthly distribution, IPC and T&C outreach data

Requirements
- Degree in Management Information Systems/Informatics/Business Management/IT/Statistics/Mathematics or equivalent
- Excellent knowledge of database management, knowledge management and data collection techniques
- Excellent programming skills and use of MS Excel, MS Access and Crystal Reports
- Demonstrable knowledge of GIS applications (Arc View, Health Mapper applications)
- Minimum 3 years work experience
- Valid driver’s licence and clean driving record and willingness to travel

3. Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) Training and Quality Assurance Officer – Head Office

Key Responsibilities
- Works with SRH Coordinator in developing and reviewing quality assurance tools for monitoring quality services in line with MOH&CW and PSU guidelines
- Organise and lead training for public and private sector family providers to build provider skills, knowledge and motivation
- Compile and maintain quality assurance, assessment, training and overall staff and supervision reports for public and private sectors partners
- Represent PSISRH/HIV service integration program at different fora
- Frequent travel to all implementation public and private partner sites in the network to monitor quality of care and provide on spot support/guidance
- Collaborate with the research department to develop appropriate research activities
- Any other duties assigned by the SRH Coordinator

Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing or equivalent medical background
- Certificate in Counseling and/or Clinical family planning
- Registered with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
- At least 3 years experience working with HIV programs including counseling and testing and sexual reproductive health services
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and use of Outlook Express
- Must possess a valid drivers licence and at least 5 years driving experience

4. HIV Services Training and Quality Assurance Officer – Head Office

Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and reviewing quality assurance and training tools for monitoring service delivery in the programs
- Organise and lead New Start and New Life staff training to build provider skills, knowledge and motivation
- Compile and maintain quality management assurance assessment, training, overall site and staff supervision for the whole network
- Represent PSI, training and quality assurance activities at various fora
- Frequent travel to the network sites to monitor quality of care and provide on spot support/guidance to site staff
- Collaborate with the research department to develop appropriate research activities such as survey questionnaires and qualitative tools to assess quality of service provision
- Any other duties assigned by the HIV Services Manager

Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing or equivalent medical background
- Certificate in Counseling and/or Clinical family planning
- Registered with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
- At least 3 years experience working with HIV programs including counseling and testing and sexual reproductive health services
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and use of Outlook Express
- Must possess a valid drivers licence and at least 5 years driving experience

Applications clearly stating the job title in the subject line and detailed CVs should be sent to: recruitment [at] psi-zim [dot] co [dot] zw or to the Director Human Resources & Administration Population Services International, Block E, Emerald Office Park, 30 The Chase West, Harare.

Medical Team Leader Medicins Sans Frontieres
Deadline: 30 March 2011

Based In Beitbridge

Requirements
-    Medical Degree (MBChB or MD)
-    Master’s/PHD in Public Health will be an asset
-    Broad experience in HIV/AIDS (PMTCT, OI, TB-HIV, Pharmacy and Data Management)
-    Proficient knowledge of HIV/AIDS protocols and guidelines (MoH and WHO)
-    Experience in team Management and Staff development
-    Minimum 3 years experience in similar position
-    Proficient knowledge of MS Office

Send CV to:HR Administrator MSF-Spain, 3 Natal Road, Belgravia, Harare, Zimbabwe Or email Msfe-harare [at] Barcelona [dot] msf [dot] org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Centre Director: Legal Resources Foundation
Deadline: 8 April 2011

The Legal Resources Foundation a local legal services NGO invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post of Centre Director that has arisen in Gweru.

Duties and responsibilities:
-    Administering the programmes and activities of the Centre;
-    Supervision and management of Centre staff;
-    Preparation of regular reports on Centre activities; and
-    Engaging in fundraising, including drawing up funding proposals and budgeting;

Qualifications and experience:
-    Applicants must be registered legal practitioners with at least five years’ post-registration experience.
-    Background in civil society, particularly legal services, NGO, and computer literacy will be great advantages.
-    Applicants must be self-motivated and have a demonstrable ability to lead a team, and to work with minimal supervision.

Package: The positions carry a competitive package, which will be disclosed to successful applicants.

Applications with full contact details, accompanied by comprehensive curriculum vitae, and clearly marked “Centre Director Gweru” should be sent to:

The National Director
P. O. Box 918
Harare

Or they can be sent by e-mail to:

pa [at] lrf [dot] co [dot] zw

Closing date for applications is close of business on Friday 8th April 2011.  Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

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Senior Finance Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Local NGO is looking to fill the position of Senior Finance Officer.

Knowledge of Donor Grant reporting and budgeting is required. Knowledge of Pastel Partner useful. Ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

Minimum qualification – Progress towards an Accounting Diploma.

General work experience required 3 years. Direct work experience required – 1 year.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Budgeting
2. Financial Policies and Procedures
3. Donor Grant Financial Reporting
4. Financial Reporting
5. Payroll Administration
6. Project Support
7. Reconciliations

Please send all applications to all.vacancies3 [@] gmail [dot] com

Sexual Diversity Coordinator, HIV and AIDS Programme: Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)
Deadline: 4 February 2011

The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) seeks a sexual diversity Coordinator to work within its HIV and AIDS Programme based in Johannesburg.  Reporting to the HIV and AIDS Programme Manager of OSISA, the Coordinator will work closely with both OSISA and the Sexual Health and Rights Programme Manager of the Open Society Foundations’ Public Health Program based in New York, USA.

The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) is a leading Johannesburg-based foundation established in 1997, working in 10 Southern Africa countries: Angola, Botswana, DRC, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe. OSISA works differently in each of these 10 countries, according to local conditions.

OSISA is an advocacy organization that seeks to build and sustain the values, policies, Institutions, and practices of open society. OSISA uses facilitation, grant-making and capacity building to advance and promote these ideals throughout the region, using a unique model of flexibility, sensitivity and responsive regional engagement, while maintaining political independence.

The Sexual Diversity Coordinator will deploy grant-making and operational strategies to advance the health rights of LGBT communities and sex worker communities in Southern Africa.  Responsibilities will include:

* To develop strategies for OSISA/SHARP to address human rights and health, especially HIV and AIDS issues faced by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Intersex (LGBTI) communities in the Southern Africa region.
* Work with colleagues and partners to design and implement a strategy to advance the human rights and health of sex workers in target countries in the region. As part of the strategy, the Coordinator will be expected to identify policy priorities that impact on sex worker rights and strategies to affect policy change. Additionally, the Coordinator will design a process to build the capacity and institutional readiness of grass roots organizations working to advance the human rights and health of sex workers, and promote the active organization of sex workers to advocate on their own behalf.
* To design and implement a grant making strategy that will advance the human rights and health of LGBTI / sex work communities in Southern Africa, this includes designing calls for proposals, reviewing grant proposals, monitoring and evaluating grant programs.
* To assist in resource mobilization for the LGBTI and sex work sector
* To represent OSISA/OSI on LGBTI and sex worker issues in the region among key international, regional players including donors, governmental representatives, civil society, researchers

The ideal candidate will have:

* Demonstrated interest and experience in the field of LGBT issues, sex worker rights, health and HIV and AIDS and human rights.
* Deep knowledge of the LGBT sector in the region
* Advanced degree in a related discipline
* At least 3 years experience in advocating for sexual rights in Southern Africa and demonstrated understanding of international advocacy on sexual rights
* Experience in capacity building and mentoring
* Experience working on HIV and AIDS-related programming, grants management, program design, monitoring and evaluation with non-governmental organizations in Southern Africa.
* Excellent oral and written communications skills in English. Demonstrated skills in public speaking, presentations, research, writing, and editing for publication, as well as communications and media work. Fluency in French and/or Portuguese an asset.
* Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
* Ability to work effectively both independently without detailed daily supervision and as a member of a team, on a wide range of tasks.
* Willingness to travel both within the Southern African region and internationally.
* Ability to work as part of both a local and international team.

The candidate should also be open to innovation and experimentation and have an appreciation of the complex multi-sectoral nature of the response to HIV  and AIDS.

This position is offered on one-year contract with an attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experienced and is offered to South African citizens and / or candidates with South African residence and work permits only.

Interested and qualified candidates who match any of the above profiles are invited to submit their CV and a letter of interest to:

Prava Singh, Head of Human Resources, Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa
Email: humanresources [@] osisa [dot] org

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and ability. Medical benefits. Only short-listed candidates will receive a response from OSISA.

Various positions: Social development organisation
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Our client is a Social development organisation focusing on the care and support of orphaned and vulnerable children globally. We have the following opportunities for dynamic individuals.

Regional Director (Ref. 73092/1)
Reporting to the Continental Director, the RD provides leadership and support to countries in Southern Africa, building strong national organisation and programmes that effectively meet the needs and rights of target beneficiary groups. The successful candidate will drive the organisation’s ambitious strategic plan, encompassing major expansion of programmes and beneficiaries.

The position requires a dynamic, experienced and committed leader who leads a team of regional and national partners towards the successful implementation of the organisation’s strategic goals. Candidates need at least 5 years’ team leadership management skills in a multicultural environment, experience in working with OVC, child’s rights and development, programme partnerships, financial planning and management.

Regional Finance and Information Services Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/2)
The role co-ordinates financial management, disbursements and reporting for six countries, providing liaison with the Regional, Continental and International Offices. The incumbent will support, advise, build capacity of and ensure budgets are correctly developed and monitored within the National Associations, coupled with effective electronic financial data management.

To be considered, candidates will need a financial qualification, at least 5 years’ solid accounting experience (preferably in an NGO environment), good team working skills and a contextual understanding of Southern Africa.

Regional ICT Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/3)
The Regional ICT Co-ordinator is responsible for developing an effective ICT function in all countries within the region, implementing the global, continental ICT strategy and standards, strengthening ICT infrastructure and capacity at both regional and national level and supporting corporate networking and communication.

To be considered, candidates must have at least 2 years’ generalist ICT and project management experience in corporate or NGO environment and a degree or professional certificate in IT, Information Systems or Project Management. Applicants must be highly organised and able to work independently to meet deadlines, display excellent communication and facilitation skills, be culturally sensitive, hands-on and solutions-oriented. The position involves some travel within the region.

Regional Community-based Care Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/4)
Leading the region in the development of tools, systems and structures to support programme development, the Community Programme Co-ordinator advises, guides and supports Country teams in the development, implementation and monitoring of Child Care, Youth and Community programmes within the community environment.

At least a first degree in Development, Community Development, Social Studies or a related field and a minimum of 4 years’ working experience in the community development field will qualify candidates for consideration in addition, proven leadership, people management and facilitation skills and proficiency in programme development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation are needed.

Regional Family-based Care Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/6)
The Regional Family-based Care Advisor supports the development of children’s villages, youth programmes and additional approaches to family-based care within the region. She/he leads the development of programme support systems and resources, guides and supports national associations with the development of programmes and provides more direct and intensive support for the development of additional approaches to family-based care. In addition, the incumbent will facilitate and promote knowledge-sharing and learning within this area of work and represent the region and organisation of relevant forums.

The role requirements include a degree or postgraduate qualification in Human and Social Science or Education. Experience in Home-based Care of OVC, working with social development issues affecting children’s rights, forms of childcare, HIV & AIDS and gender. Strong planning, organizing and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a multi-site organisation with a matrix structure and a geographically dispersed team are needed.

The ability to travel extensively and an excellent command of English are must for all the positions. While the ability to speak at least one other Southern Africa language will be an added advantage. Additionally, one needs to be au fait with Child Rights, HIV and AIDS, Advocacy and Donor Funding.

Human Communications has been retained to handle all responses. Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to fax: 086 730 6675 or corprh [@] humancommunications [dot] co [dot] za or via post to PO Box 1793, Rivonia 2128.

Alternatively, apply online at www.humanjobs.co.za

Project Lawyer, LGBTI and Sex Worker Rights: Southern Africa Litigation Centre
Deadline: 7 February 2011

The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) is seeking a highly qualified, motivated lawyer to lead its work on strengthening the rights of sex workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) populations in southern Africa.

SALC promotes and advances human rights and the rule of law in southern Africa, primarily through strategic litigation support and capacity building. SALC works in Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Job description:
Working under the direction of the Deputy Director, the Project Lawyer will be responsible for carrying out SALC’s legal work related to the rights of sex workers and LGBTI populations.

In particular, the Project Lawyer is responsible for:
-    Providing monetary and technical support to local lawyers and organisations for ongoing legal cases;
-    Developing relationships with local lawyers and non-governmental organizations;
-    Developing legal cases on the rights of sex workers and LGBTI persons;
-    Conducting advocacy with respect to specific legal cases, including engaging in media advocacy;
-    Organizing and conveying meetings and conferences on key issues and representing SALC at LGBTI and sex worker related meetings and conferences.

Requirements / Qualifications
-    A degree in law is required; L.L.M and other advanced degrees are desirable;
-    Proven interest and experience in human rights issues generally and rights of sex workers and LGBTI populations specifically, preferably in Africa;
-    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, Portuguese or French is highly desirable;
-    Ability to work in a variety of settings;
-    Engage easily with fellow colleagues from Southern Africa Region;
-    Experience in or familiarity with non-profit, governmental or intergovernmental organizations;
-    Excellent legal and factual research skills including online sources;
-    Willingness to travel extensively.

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and detailed CV to: Ethel Maphiwa-Ndlovu, ethelm [@] salc [dot] org [dot] za

Program Coordinator
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Location: South Africa
Reference Number OS1740

Cardno Emerging Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd is the Managing Contractor for the Australia-Africa Partnerships Facility, an Australian Government, AusAID initiative. The Facility aims to develop Partnerships between Australia and African countries that contribute to achieving African countries’ development priorities.

Cardno is currently seeking expressions of interest for Program Coordinator for the Facility.

The Coordinator will:
-    Support AusAID to recruit team members for the Facility’s Program Support Group (PSG) & for other AusAID programs.
-    Contract PSG members and staff of other AusAID programs selected by AusAID through the process above.
-    Provide support to PSG members and staff of other AusAID programs (admin support, travel and logistics support including organising and paying for airfares, hotels and TA etc).
-    Keep a track of Ancillary Work Requests and Quarterly Request Reports and provide a consolidated monthly invoice to AusAID for work carried out by PSG members.
-    Ensure timely payment of PSG members for work undertaken (and reimbursement of expenses incurred).
-    Provide consolidated reports to AusAID on PSG member activities and progress against Ancillary Work Requests and Quarterly Request Reports and Proposal Requests.
-    Report to AusAID on spending against PSG budget.
-    Organise and support meetings of the PSG with AusAID.
-    As required, recruit and support (admin support, travel and logistics support, office space and facilities etc) long-term program support staff to assist AusAID with implementation and management of programs.

The successful candidate will require:
-    Experience in administration in either private or public sectors.
-    An understanding of public accountability and transparency issues.
-    Excellent interpersonal skills and a supportive, collaborative approach to work.
-    Record keeping skills and attention to detail.
-    Project management experience.
-    Demonstrated organisational and problem analysis skills.
-    Analytical skills in relation to defining terms of reference, charters, work plans.
-    An ability to design and conduct briefings and workshops.
-    An ability to design informational materials.
-    A good understanding of development assistance principles and practices or ability to develop understanding.

The position will be full time, based in Pretoria. Applicants must be willing to relocate to Pretoria at their own expense. Remuneration will be in South African Rand.

To apply, please email a current CV to recruitment.emergingmarkets [@] cardno [dot] com or fax to +61 3 9819 4216.

Cardno is committed to Child Protection in all fields. Cardno is an equal opportunity employer.

Corporate Services Officer: British Embassy Harare
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Do you enjoy the challenge of working in a fast moving and high profile environment?

Are you proactive and dynamic, able to think on your feet for quick solutions to difficult issues?

Are you educated to degree standard or equivalent?

If you can answer yes to all these questions, you might be the person we are looking for.

The British Embassy is recruiting a Corporate Services Officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Embassy’s corporate and estate functions. You will also be the first contact for all corporate services related enquiries. You will supervise the Embassy’s expenditure of estate-related issues and oversee the work of the maintenance team, and estates staff. You will also be involved with budget forecasting and charging, contractual documents and policy changes.

The British Embassy is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity without distinction.

Applications clearly marked “Corporate Services Officer” should be emailed to Cynthia.Ncube [@] fco [dot] gov [dot] uk

Only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

Coordination Specialist: United Nations
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Post Number: 00005331

Organizational Context

The role of the United Nations in Zimbabwe has become increasingly important, as both the Government of Zimbabwe and its Development Partners consider the United Nations Country Team to be a key strategic partner and as playing a vital role in coordinating and channelling support to the country.

The United Nations Inter-Agency Support Unit (RCO) is supporting the UNCT in these processes. Therefore, in order for the UNCT to successfully fulfil its mandate, increased capacity is needed. A strong, flexible and versatile support office with strategic policy, advisory, planning and advocacy skills is required. Accordingly, this Unit is working under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator and providing a platform between the various functions of the RC.

Under the guidance on the United Nations Resident Coordinator, and direct supervision of the Head of the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, the Coordination Specialist supports UNDAF and other Joint UN Programming efforts with a focus on monitoring and evaluation. The Coordination Specialist will provide coordination and advisory services for the elaboration, implementation and M&E of the ZUNDAF and ensuing efforts to operationalise it jointly. The Specialist will also provide substantial support for the elaboration of the UNCT AWP, RCAR and Appraisal processes, while ensuring follow up on the RCO budget for alignment with UNCT AWP objectives. The Specialist will therefore will closely with the ZUNDAF coordination bodies, leading inter-agency M&E efforts.

Key Responsibilities

1.    Provides coordination and advisory services for the elaboration, implementation and M&E of the ZUNDAF and ensuing efforts to operationalise it jointly, ensuring compliance with RBM principles.
-    Leads inter-agency M&E efforts for joint programming efforts, including country analysis documents, studies, evaluations, reviews and progress reports, compiling, consolidating and analysing results.
-    Supports and coordinates the elaboration of common internal tools for programme implementation, such as the UN Joint Implementation Matrix.
-    Supports UN Thematic Groups in elaborating AWP and M&E systems based SMART indicators and other agreed M&E principles for the ZUNDAF, Joint Implementation Matrix and other common UN efforts.
-    Provides support for the harmonisation of UN M&E cycles and processes with those of the Government.
-    Liaises with UN entities to ensure linkages between all UN programmes.
-    Provides support to the ZUNDAF Steering Committee, the ZUNDAF Task Force, and the Programme Management Team in ensuring effective ZUNDAF implementation and on adjusting strategies and implementation modalities.

2.    Provides substantial support for the elaboration common UNCT work plans.
-    Ensures the elaboration and implementation of the UN Country Team Annual Work Plan.
-    Ensures the preparation of the Resident Coordinator Annual Report and follows up on Performance Appraisal processes.
-    Follows up on the RCO budget for alignment with UNCT AWP objectives.
-    Ensure inter-agency contributions for the realisation of the UNCT work plan.

3.    Demonstrates the added value of UN collaboration through increased common programming, supporting the UNCT forge effective partnerships.
-    Coordinates efforts to adopt a common language through mainstreaming of the UN’s programming principles (HRBA, Gender, Environment, RBM, and Capacity Development).
-    Collects and disseminates global practice in the field of M&E while supporting implementation of these principles locally.
-    Provides advice on policy and approaches to UN agencies for joint programming.
-    Identifies national policies and institutions that require strengthening to ensure effective PRS – ZUNDAF implementation and provides advice.

4.    Supports resource mobilisation efforts for the implementation of common UN programmes.
-    Determines resource gaps, compiling financial data and supporting common approaches for resources mobilisation.
-    Identifies potential donors and partners based on UN programme objectives and partner intervention areas.
-    Elaborates joint UN resource mobilisation strategies and proposed approaches to develop partnerships with donors, government and civil society.
-    Supports efforts to mobilise thematic funds and other potential UN funds.

5.    Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
-    Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals.
-    Identification of national policies and institutions that requires strengthening to ensure effective ZUNDAF implementation and provision of advice in close consultation with UNCT.
-    Supports capacity development efforts and provides support / training to UN staff on M&E.
-    Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

3. Impact of Results The key results have an impact on the success of the UN Country Team activities, strengthening of overall coordination capacity, implementation of the UN System reform. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design and operation of UN activities, creation of strategic partnerships for UNCT Programming including UNDAF implementation and support of national strategies and priorities.

4. Key Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
-    Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards
-    Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN
-    Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
-    Treats all people fairly without   favouritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge and Learning Management
-    Shares knowledge and experience from within and outside the UN Country Team.
-    Encourages UN staff to share knowledge.
-    Develops deep understanding in UNDAF, UN System reform and MDGs

Coordination Effectiveness
-    Ability to lead the design and implementation of UN programme activities, strengthening of strategic partnerships for UNDAF implementation.
-    Ability to build and sustain effective partnerships with UN Agencies and main constituents, advocate effectively, communicate sensitively across different constituencies.

Management and Leadership
-    Focuses on impact and result for the client.
-    Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.
-    Establishes priorities for self and other members of the RC office; schedules activities to ensure optimum use of time and resources; monitors performance against development and other objectives and corrects deviations from the course.
-    In providing advice to the RC, has the capacity to gather comprehensive information on complex problems or situations; evaluates information accurately and identifies key issues required to resolve problems.
-    Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
-    Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
-    Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.
-    Manages conflict and stress, remaining composed and working as a mediator in crisis or antagonistic situations.
-    Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
-    Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
-    Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behaviour

6.    Recruitment Qualifications
-    Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.
-    5 years of relevant experience in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
-    Fluency in English. Good knowledge of another UN language will be considered an asset.

CVs and application letters, clearly marked ‘Coordination Specialist’ (with the post number clearly stated) should be submitted to the office of the Resident Representative; UNDP, Arundel Office Park, Block 10, Mount Pleasant, PO BOX 4775, Harare, Zimbabwe by no later than Friday 11 February 2011. Please note that you will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this position. N.B. UNDP Zimbabwe reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Zimbabwe at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Qualified And Experienced Female Candidates Are Encouraged To Apply.

Online Content and Community Manager: IPS
Deadline: 15 February 2011

IPS is an international news agency that produces news features and analyses about development, the environment and rights. The news agency has a strong focus on developing countries, emerging economies and South-South co-operation.

Overall Purpose of the Job

IPS is seeking a technologically minded, results-driven, proactive team player, who will be responsible for the public presentation and the social marketing of the IPS editorial product online. The ideal candidate is an energetic and highly organized individual, with impeccable attention to detail, who will look for any opportunity to add value to projects.

Requirements

-    Experience in an online editorial environment
-    Ability to write, headline, edit and copy-edit short texts
-    Thorough knowledge and experience with managing social media platforms and blogs
-    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, other languages an advantage
-    Ability to negotiate and nurture relations with external content partners

Reporting to the Editors in Chief and to the Technical Director, the Online Content and Community Manager will help in the implementation of IPS online strategy, using the websites, social media, social networks and blogs with the goal of increasing IPS’ traffic and user engagement.

Responsibilities

1. Manage IPS presence in social networking sites including Facebook and Twitter and other similar social media sites.
2. Identify and implement ways in which IPS can use social networks and social media to increase its reach, including the preparation of social media campaigns and other online activities.
3. In collaboration with the rest of the editorial team and using existing IPS material, will prepare content with Search Engine Optimization in mind.
4. Will syndicate content to increase its reach through agreements with relevant websites.
5. Manage regular weekly, byweekly and monthly newsletters that keep the audience engaged.
6. Maximize the use of IPS’ blogs to increase their reach.
7. Coordinate collaborative journalism efforts with IPS partners and like-minded media, in consultation with the EIC.
8. Monitor effectiveness of the actions, and adjust them accordingly, in consultation with the EIC and the TD.
9. Gather feedback from the whole activity to help IPS adjust its online strategy.

Salary range

Depending on experience. Please include your current remuneration in your application letter. The contract for this post will be handled from IPS’s global administrative centre.

Submission Instructions

To apply please send your CV (max. 2 pages) and a cover letter (max. one page) which systematically outlines why your experience fits the job description and skills requirements. Please send to community [@] ips [dot] org

Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted before the end of the month.

Economic Recovery & Development Officer (Manicaland): International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 18 February 2011

The ERD Officer will be responsible for identifying and delivering the economic training needs of smallholder commercial farmers and extension services in Manicaland. They will assist in the overall design of the IRC value chain programming and materials with the ERD co-coordinator.  This position will be based in Manicaland Province and reports to ERD Coordinator.

Job Responsibilities

Technical responsibilities / Program Implementation

1. Work with ERD coordinator in identifying commercial agriculture market chains in the region that can benefit local communities and the specific information gaps that can be addressed (e.g. market demand, quality requirements, agriculture-related infrastructure requirements,
2. Work with the ERD coordinator in facilitating participatory market chain workshops bringing together value chain actors that see economic opportunities in working together.
3. Assist the ERD coordinator in the development of the IRC Zimbabwe value chain training materials by providing tools and content for the field based and extension based training curricula
4. Supervise community mobilization and provide guidance and capacity-building tools to strengthen existing farmers or community groups in the selected locations
5. Deliver value chain training to extension agents and work with them to provide timely and proper technical input and advice to participating smallholder groups on agronomic implementation and on essential activities including integrated soil pest and water management or animal health for example
6. Discuss with the Program Coordinator, Field Coordinator and ERD coordinator about challenges encountered by the projects, and take timely final decisions on issues to be tackled keeping all informed of changes
7. Deliver field-based training by working with extension agents and consultants by
a. Facilitating farmer field days that define modern techniques to develop the local farmers capacity to use supplied inputs and achieve improved quality and quantity.
b. Establishing distribution and monitoring protocol for tools and inputs (e.g. voucher schemes in association with local seed traders) and guide and supervise timely field distributions
8. Coordinate the production of training reports to track performance and progress, according to templates established with the M&E Officer.
9. Procurement and sub-contracting
a. Support logistics to identify appropriate local suppliers of seeds and tools in the project areas
b. Establish quantities and quality of training materials and agricultural inputs liaise with Logistics to initiate purchase
10. Project Monitoring
a. Coordinate with the M&E Officer, the ERD coordinator and Technical adviser to identify appropriate value chain related indicators and elaborate monitoring plans, procedures and templates.
b. Assist the M&E Officer in the collection of data to measure indicators and ensure reliability and completeness of information.
c. Ensure transparency in accounting, reporting and documenting value chain training activities, and ensure compliance with SIDA and IRC M&E policies

Representation and Coordination

1. Serve as focal point for all IRC value chain related training activities
2. Participate in the development of standards, guidelines and other context-specific tools for economic activities with other partners (Plan CADEC) as well as inter-sector IRC meetings and coordination, as required
3. Build and maintain relationships with district and community level stakeholders relevant to the agriculture value chain sector and project activities
4. Coordinate with the other IRC Zimbabwe programs to ensure cross-programming synergies and coherence.
5. Liaise and coordinate with the local authorities, relevant ministries, local partners, community leaders and other key stakeholders in areas of operation regarding agricultural value chain assistance.

Other

- Internal and external reporting as needed
- Participate in the development of future program interventions and contribute to donor concepts and proposals, including budgets, when required.
- Actively share lessons learnt with the M&E Officer and support mid-term and end-of-project evaluations processes.

Skills & Qualifications

-    University degree in agricultural economics. The degree and grade achieved should be specified
-    5 -10 years working within the agriculture sector in Zimbabwe and/or Southern Africa
-    Experience in community based participatory development approaches
-    Excellent interpersonal skills that engender trust between diverse agricultural stakeholders
-    Strong understanding of value and supply chain principles and the operation of village and loan saving schemes
-    Experience of understanding the needs of and negotiating with private sector companies
-    Knowledge of small scale commercial crop production in Zimbabwe/Southern Africa
-    Knowledge in gender equity, gender equality and perspective
-    Excellent organizational, project planning, communication and time management skills
-    Effective team member; demonstrates creativity in seeking better ways to do things and shares with team, and promotes high standards
-    Anticipates problems and regularly provides solutions
-    Be of very good health and fitness, and prepared to regularly visit remote villages and camp overnight
-    Fluent written and spoken English and Shona
-    International NGO experience
-    Have a good understanding of agricultural economy and value chains in the targeted locations of Manicaland
-    Have a good knowledge of agriculture production and processing techniques

Qualified and interested candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [@] theirc [dot] org and write ERD Officer in the subject line.

ERD Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (Manicaland): International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 18 February 2011

IRC Zimbabwe requires an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer to lead the overall coordination of the monitoring and evaluation aspects of the program. The Economic Recovery and Development (ERD) M&E Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems and processes for IRC economic recovery. Reporting to the Sector Coordinator, s/he will work directly with the Sector Coordinator and Program Coordinator in designing M&E plans to monitor and evaluate project results and in maintaining and updating the corresponding data-collection tools and systems.

Job Responsibilities

Technical responsibilities
1. Design and manage the ERD database including M&E systems tools and templates to monitor performance. This includes development of log frames, PMP, and data collection tools, as well as processes for data analysis;
2. Devise methods and procedures for specifically obtaining required agricultural and market data and understanding and interpreting that data.
3. Lead on the collection and analysis of quantitative data to measure the agreed indicators and ERD standardized indicators (number of jobs created and income generated).
4. Manage and assist project staff including implementing partner staff to assure data quality collected; ensure that data is collected and accurately entered into databases monthly.
5. Lead on the collection of qualitative information using best practice processes to measure indicators.
6. Support ERD team in data analysis, documenting, reflecting, and utilizing data to inform programmatic decisions
7. Analyze and communicate data to ERD and programme coordinator, the M&E team, and other relevant staff for reporting and serve any other data needs as may be required;
8. Coordinate the production of timely reports to track performance and progress, according to procedures and templates developed.
9. Identify, discuss with the ERD coordinator and Program coordinator about challenges encountered by the projects, and take timely final decisions on issues to be tackled keeping all informed of changes
10. Ensure transparency in accounting, reporting and documenting  ERD activities, and ensure compliance with SIDA and IRC M&E policies and best practice
11. Share lessons learnt with the ERD and Program coordinator  and program officer

Coordination and Representation
1. Serve as focal point for all IRC Zimbabwe M&E activities
2. Participate in the. development of M&E indicators, standards and, guidelines and with other implementation partners
3. Communicate and liaise with other NGOs operating  in the region with regards to the M&E activities that they are carrying out and using this information to assist with the development of IRC’s own program

Training and Capacity Building
1. Conduct relevant project and partner staff trainings in M&E, especially in the areas of basic concepts of M&E, qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, analysis and use of M&E data;
2. Provide feedback to the Coordinator in evaluating project teams’ M&E skills/assist in staff capacity assessment to track M&E capacity building needs;
3. Regularly visit all field sites to ensure that M&E is being implemented effectively by staff and produce related monitoring reports;
4. Provide assistance/advice in identifying and developing appropriate indicators for other IRC Zimbabwe programs CB, Health and Environmental Health and elaborate monitoring plans, procedures and templates with Program coordinator
5. Advise on collection and analysis of data collected from other IRC programs
6. Identify training gaps in IRC Zimbabwe staff
7. Facilitate lessons learnt on M&E experiences in other IRC Zimbabwe programs with Program coordinator

Other
1. Internal and external reporting as needed
2. Participate in the development of future program interventions and contribute to donor concepts and proposals, including budgets, when required.
3. Any other duties as assigned by the ERD coordinator

Skills & Qualifications
-    University degree in development, Information Management, Management, or Social Sciences; an additional certificate or specific training in M&E at a recognized institution is an advantage
-    The degree subject and grade achieved should be specified
-    At least 5 years working within the humanitarian and development context, with a focus on M&E, preferably experience with agriculture/livelihoods M&E
-    Have a good knowledge of best practice in M&E methods, tools, and approaches (including qualitative and participatory)
-    Experience supporting M&E systems through data entry, data analysis and report generation
-    Proven experience in development of M&E systems and tools for large scale programs
-    Experience in training on M&E development and implementation
-    Excellent organizational, project planning, communication and time management skills
-    Highly developed analytical and communication skills, including excellent oral and written English communication skills; spoken and written Shona is an advantage
-    Competence in using information technology including experience with word-processing, spreadsheets and database software
-    Effective team member; demonstrates creativity in seeking better ways to do things and shares with team, and promotes high standards
-    Anticipates problems and regularly provides solutions
-    Be of very good health and fitness, and prepared to regularly visit  villages away from Mutare in Manicaland
-    International NGO experience
-    Have a good understanding of agricultural economies, rural communities

Qualified and interested candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [@] theirc [dot] org and write ERD M&E Officer in the subject line.

Google hires across Africa

Google South Africa is no exception and the company is most likely looking to significantly strengthen its local presence in the country.

Until fairly recently, Google SA had less than 10 employees, but the local arm has started to grow its workforce and is advertising no less than 15 positions for its Johannesburg office.

Julie Taylor, Google’s Communications Manager for Sub Saharan Africa, says that Google’s South African office is still small but growing fast. “We expect it to grow by as much as double in size during the coming year, across different functions,” said Taylor.

The positions advertised for the Google SA office in Bryanston, Johannesburg are as follows:

1. Account Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
2. Account Manager – Johannesburg
3. Account Strategist – Johannesburg
4. Agency Relationship Manager – Johannesburg
5. Business Development Manager, Southern Africa – Johannesburg
6. Country Marketing Manager South Africa – Johannesburg
7. Developer Relations Program Manager – Johannesburg
8. Human Resources Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
9. Industry Analyst – Johannesburg
10. Industry Manager – Johannesburg
11. Legal Counsel, Sub-Saharan Africa – Nairobi, Lagos or Johannesburg
12. Policy Manager – Johannesburg
13. Recruiting Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
14. Sales Engineer – Nairobi, Accra, Lagos or Johannesburg
15. Training Development Specialist for Africa Programs – Johannesburg

Google is also growing its African presence with positions advertised at Google offices in Kenya, Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria. For more information on these positions, visit the Google Africa jobs page here

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Community and Home Based Care Coordinator: Local NGO
Deadline: 27 January 2011

A local HIV and AIDS networking NGO seeks the services of a qualified, experienced Community and Home Based Care Coordinator who will among other duties be responsible for the following:

-    Provision of technical support on medical aspects related to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
-    Provision of technical support to CHBC grant recipients.
-    Development of plans for improving access to community AIDS care and support, education and treatment literacy with the CHBC implementing partners.
-    Provision of technical expertise and support to implementing partners for the standardization of CHBC services.
-    Identification of key monitoring indicators for CHBC and reporting on progress made.
-    Participation in relevant technical working groups.
-    Ensuring there are relevant linkages and partnerships at district, provincial, national, regional and international levels for CHBC component.
-    Provision of technical support and training to CHBC implementing partners and stakeholders on linkages between CHBC, TB, HIV and AIDS and ART.
-    Compilation of quarterly M & E reports on CHBC

Personnel Specifications

-    University Degree in Community Nursing or Public health
-    Minimum five years of experience in NGO programme planning and management
-    Experience and understanding of HIV and AIDS multi-sectoral development approaches
-    Computer literate-proficiency with MS office applications

Other attributes
-    Excellent oral and written communication skills
-    Excellent information analysis and report writing
-    Excellent training, presentation and facilitation skills
-    Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders
-    Ability to work as a member of a team
-    Initiative and assertiveness
-    Proven experience in HIV/AIDS programmes
-    Willing to travel

In return, the organisation offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The organisation also offers an opportunity to work with a vibrant, dynamic and dedicated team and an opportunity for personal growth, while contributing to a worthy cause. Please note that only those persons who meet the above-mentioned specifications should submit applications with detailed CVs with at least three traceable references to:

The Human Resources & Administration Department No 154 Samora Machel Avenue West, Belvedere, Harare or e-mail to: recruitment [@] zan [dot] co [dot] zw

Important:  Persons living with HIV & AIDS are particularly encouraged to apply.

Communication and Social Mobilisation Officer – Action IEHDC
Deadline: 28 January 2011

Purpose / Definition of the Job: To communicate to all stakeholders through various media the work of ACTION and advocate for awareness and change in specific areas that are strategic to the interests of ACTION and the communities it works with.

Key Function: Raise awareness of ACTION’s work and programmes as well as responsibility for external based programmes with partners

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing

* Assisting in the planning and implementation of community mobilization or outreach programmes through partners
* Responsible for all media communication
* Organizing launches/ advertising campaigns (to create awareness for the products)
* Arrange outreach activities to selected districts/provinces to create an awareness of the products through regalia and booklets
* Attend expositions, shows and exhibitions for promoting the publications
* Documenting and responding to enquiries by individuals, organizations and stakeholders
* Liaising with the distributors on progress, constraints and challenges concerning the distribution of the branded products
* Represent Action in national and international forums as and when required and invited
* Produce monthly progress reports that are submitted to the Programmes Manager
* Contribute written reports including newsletters for publication
* Supervise the Documentation centre in terms of communication plans and resources

Advocacy

* Develop advocacy campaigns in line with current multi-media campaigns that are being developed in partnership with other organizations in the relevant sector
* Develop concepts and proposals for further funding of advocacy activities to support existing activities
* Liaise with Programmes Manager and Coordinators on all issues regarding the development of all advocacy campaigns.
* Form and strengthen networks with other stakeholders involved in health, environment and development areas
* Engage in the public relations exercise for the organization in strong consultation with the Programmes Manager and Executive Director

Performs any other duties to ensure the efficient functioning of ACTION as may be reasonably required by the Programmes Manager.

Competencies Required:

* Stakeholder relations management
* Fluent and well grounded in the work of ACTION
* Confident and professional
* Strong negotiating skills
* Excellent report writing and presentation skills
* Strong coordination skills
* Well organised
* Team player
* Time conscious
* Ability to put in extra hours whenever necessary
* Flexibility is a necessity

Minimum Qualifications Required

* Degree in social studies
* At least 5 years experience in Community Development work
* Media qualification/exposure

To apply please send a letter of motivation plus a detailed CV with 3 traceable references to action [@] action [dot] co [dot] zw and senziwe [@] action [dot] co [dot] zw

Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant: Local NGO
Deadline: 28 January 2011

Reports to: Director
Date of Commencement: February 2011

Overall Description:

To monitor and evaluate the implementation of projects and adhering to project goals and objectives and taking corrective action where ever possible

Major responsibilities:

- Monitor project activities in comparison with set objectives.
- Taking corrective action to ensure that project goals and objective are adhered whenever necessary.

Main tasks
- Following closely implementation of projects and ensure that all activities are in line with set goals and objectives.
- Conduct regular field visits
- Liaising with project officers to discuss project activities
- Collect Data from the field and inputting into data base
- Liaising with key stakeholders to assess the impact of the project
- Evaluate all the projects periodically
- Set indicators to measure impact of projects
- Train staff in monitoring and evaluation
- Compile Reports on projects
- Compile Newsletter
- Manage and update organisation’s Membership Data Base
- In liaison with other program staff  develop education and information material on care and support

Qualifications
- Degree in social sciences
- Knowledge of computers

Job experience
The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years experience in a similar position in an NGO. Candidate must be in possession of a valid drivers license

Applications should be send to email: ecopsych [@] zol [dot] co [dot] zw on or before Friday January 28, 2011

Three (3) positions: Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN)
Deadline: 28 January 2011

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) is an information-based organization.  It is currently expanding its work in the area of Economic Justice. The overall goal of these programs is to reduce gender inequalities and promote gender sensitive development policies for poverty reduction and improvement of the welfare of women, men, girls and boys in Zimbabwe. This will be carried out through human capacity building, research and publication, Advocacy, Networking and Coalition building. We therefore seek competent and motivated individuals for the following positions:

1. Programme Officer – Gender Economic Policies and Public Finance Programme
2. Gender and Information Coordinator
3. Assistant Programme Officer – Gender and Information

1. Programme Officer, Gender, Economic Policies & Public Finance

Reporting To Programme Coordinator

Key Responsibilities
-    To manage effectively and efficiently the implementation of the Gender Budgeting and Women’s Empowerment four (4) year Programme.
-    To identify and use as points of reference, international and regional frameworks (i.e. other Gender Budgets Initiatives, UN frameworks, human rights instruments) to situate ZWRCN’s Gender Budget Initiative within a context of action;
-    To create a portfolio of research projects, surveys and policy analysis and advocacy strategies on Gender Budgeting which contribute to knowledge and the understanding of the gender dimension of national resource allocations in Zimbabwe;
-    To develop frameworks and training tools to build gender budget literacy;
-    To create an external profile (nationally and regionally) of ZWRCN as a leading player in communications, training, advocacy and lobbying for mainstreaming gender into the national budget process and legislation;
-    To network with identified partners to create a strong voice nationally on the need for a budget that addresses the differential needs for both women and men;
-    To ensure greater accountability on expenditure and revenue which is geared towards the eradication of poverty and gender economic justice, and to build public educational campaigns on these issues; and
-    To design mechanisms to regularly monitor ZWRCN’s influence on the budget processes, policies and/or legislation.

Qualifications and Experience
-    A first degree in Economics or Public Finance and a Masters level degree in a related field would be an advantage.
-    A qualification in Gender and Development, Feminist studies or training in gender budgeting will be an advantage.
-    A minimum of 5 years professional experience at a senior level.
-    Demonstrable knowledge in the following areas: gender analysis, economic and policy analysis.
-    Social Action or Participatory Research Methodologies.
-    Demonstrate skills in the following are critical: editing, writing, research and budget planning, implementation and monitoring.

Personal Qualities
This position will require an individual with good leadership skills, flexibility, be self -driven and able to work in a fast paced environment with multiple accountabilities and minimum supervision. They must possess good computer skills and be willing to travel nationally and in the region as required. Good communication skills and ability to work in teams is essential.

2. Gender And Information Coordinator

To coordinate information, knowledge management and learning for the organisation. A key position that in a Programme that serves as the hub of the organization through profiling internally and externally the services and products, processes and outcomes of ZWRCN.

Reporting to Executive Director

Key Responsibilities:
-    Develop and implement an Information, communications, and dissemination strategy on behalf of the organization.
-    Promotion of ZWRCN publications as well as publish and promote Information products on gender and women’s rights.
-    Provide appropriate support to other program areas – Gender Information, Documentation Centre and Gender, Economic Policies & Public Finance.
-    Drafts and edits article, press releases, wed stories, other public information materials and reports, as well as contributes to development of communication messages and materials.
-    Develop and implement an innovative Marketing strategy which includes creation & expansion of the organisation’s networks with relevant organizations in government, non-government at national, regional and international level.
-    Develops partnerships with media other selected groups or individuals, whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy and communication objectives, and strengthens their capacity through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to updated information.
-    Determine use of traditional and ICTs depending on variety of target beneficiaries through print and other media.
-    Promote and manage Gender & Development Talks and other special events management on behalf of the organization.
-    Develop and maintain the organisation’s networking resources.

Qualifications and Experience
-    A University degree in communication or journalism or public relations.
-    Masters or other qualification or experience in gender related studies/organisation would be an added advantage.
-    5 years progressive professional work experience in communication, knowledge management and learning.
-    Strong writing skills as well as demonstrable experience in editing materials for publication.
-    Skills in website design and updating would be an advantage.
-    Supervisory experience would also be an advantage.

Personal Qualities
This position will require individuals with good leadership skills, flexibility, self-driven and able to work in a fast paced environment with multiple accountabilities and minimum supervision. They must possess good computer skills and good communication skills and ability to work in teams is essential.

3. Assistant Programme Officer – Gender And Information

Reporting to: Information Coordinator- Gender and Information Programme

Key Responsibilities

* Provides programme assistance to the programme officer focusing on the achievement of the following results:
o Collection, analysis and presentation of information for support to programmes implementation
o Supports communication and collaboration among programmes
o Prepares correspondence, reports, presentations and other written materials from oral instructions and written communication.
o Support preparation of reports, statistical charts and tables as required. Maintenance of proper filing system for the programme
* Provide administrative support to the project focusing on achievement of the following:
o Creation of all requisitions for all travel and procurement under the programme
o Build and maintain a database of contact and networks for the organisation
o Preparation of materials for meetings, presentations and workshops
o Facilitate the production of publicity materials for the organisation
o Performs other tasks as required
* Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the organisation and its partners and networks

Qualifications and Experience
-    A degree in Communication or Social Sciences
-    3 years progressive professional work experience in communication, knowledge management and learning
-    Strong writing skills as well as demonstrable experience in editing materials for publication

Personal Qualities
-    Knowledge management and learning
-    Developmental and operational effectiveness-ability to perform a variety of standard tasks related to projects documentation and provision of information
-    Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

All applications clearly stating the position being applied for with certified copies of certificates, CV and other relevant documents must clearly state the position applied for and should be submitted no later than Friday 28 January 2011.

By email to: Executive Director at naome [@] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw or vacancy [@] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw and hard copies to Executive Director, ZWRCN, 288 Herbert Chitepo Avenue, Harare.

Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Household & Economic Security Coordinator – Kwekwe: Plan International
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Plan is an international humanitarian, child centered development organisation dedicated to working with and for children in need in developing countries including Zimbabwe. Plan offers equal opportunity employment to suitably qualified applicants for vacant positions within the organisation. The Zimbabwe program is seeking services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions on renewable 2-year Fixed Term Contract basis.

Job Purpose

To provide technical guidance and facilitation in the design, implementation, supervision and evaluation of household and economic security programs in the Program Unit. Ensures innovative and quality household & economic security programs in Program Unit.

Entry qualifications, skills and experience

-    A degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Economics
-    Class 3/4 Driver’s licence and willingness to ride a motorbike
-    At least 3 years relevant experience in water management, irrigation, sanitation in the development field
-    Good communication and report writing skills
-    Analytical and problem solving skills
-    Good facilitation skills
-    Proficient in computer skills

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a comprehensive CV and motivational letter to: zwe.recruitment [@] plan-international [dot] org

Please note that reference & background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Please note that these positions are open to Zimbabwean nationals/and or people with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe only. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Two (2) Health Officers: International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Location: Manicaland
Duration: 6 months with potential for renewal contingent upon funding
Start date: February 2011

Background

The IRC anticipates a new 6-month project starting in February 2011 to provide, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, critical health care and other services to survivors of sexual violence and to raise awareness of the availability of such services at the community level. Below are the specific duties and responsibilities of the post.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

-    Work closely with Ministry of Health staff and partner organisations on joint program implementation
-    Work with community volunteers / village health workers in mobilization and awareness raising on the problems of sexual violence, the multi-sectoral approach needed and the referral mechanisms in the rural communities
-    Participate in needs assessment in Mutare, Mutasa, Chimanimani and Nyanga Districts
-    Provide support to MOHCW staff and ensure health services remain within national and international standards, that MOH treatment protocols are adhered to and provide on-job training as deemed necessary
-    Identify training needs for MOHCW health staff, organize and mobilize  a training plan for the MOHCW Health staff
-    Monitor project indicators through collection of data, data analysis and reporting
-    Liaise with local partners, community leaders and other key stakeholders in areas of operation
-    Report weekly to the Project Manager on progress, constraints and lessons learnt
-    Contribute to program development together with the team
-    Pro-active on building self-capacity in the areas of sexual violence, gender based violence, child abuse
-    Carry out any other duty as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

-    Diploma in (Public) Health, Nursing, or Social Sciences
-    Experience in projects addressing gender based violence, clinical care for survivors, or child abuse
-    Experience in community mobilization and health education in rural communities
-    Experience working for NGOs
-    Proficient in working with Word, Excel
-    Team player
-    Good communication skills
-    Willingness to camp overnight in rural areas

Qualified and interested candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [@] theirc [dot] org and write Health Officer in the subject line.

Gender Advisor – Harare: Plan International
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Job Purpose

To identify and design innovative gender programs through provision of appropriate technical support in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of gender mainstreaming to achieve gender equality in line with Plan Zimbabwe’s country strategic plan.

Entry qualifications, skills and experience

-    A degree in Law and/or Gender studies
-    At least 5 years experience in gender and development from a reputable organization
-    Demonstrated skills and experience in proposal development
-    Good communication and report writing skills
-    Analytical, facilitation and strategic thinking skills
-    Ability to train staff
-    Gender sensitivity
-    Proficient in computer skills

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a comprehensive CV and motivational letter to: zwe.recruitment [@] plan-international [dot] org

Please note that reference & background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Please note that these positions are open to Zimbabwean nationals/and or people with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe only. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant: UNDP
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Level: GS 5
Contract Type-Fixed Term Appointment
Post Number: 00002237

1.    Organizational Context
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director (CD) and the Deputy Country Director – Programmes (DCD-P), the Administrative Assistant ensures effective and efficient functioning of the CD and DCD P’s offices with full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made.

The Administrative Assistant works in close collaboration with UNDP staff, UN Agencies and national authorities to ensure efficient flow of information, actions on instructions, agendas.

2. Key Responsibilities

Ensures effective and efficient functioning of the CD & DCD-P’s office focusing on achievement of the following results:
-    Maintenance of the CD & DCD-P’s calendar, contacts with high-ranking visitors, arrangement of appointments and meetings, acting as an interpreter when required and/or taking minutes.
-    Maintenance of protocol procedures.
-    Preparation of high quality briefing materials for supervisor for appointments, meetings, missions.
-    Preparation of Management Meeting minutes and other minutes when required.
-    Assists in the organization of high-level meetings.
-    Preparation of Office Reports.
-    Management of CD & DCD-P missions and representation schedule.
-    Maintenance of rosters of high-level partners, telephone lists.
-    Preparation of correspondence, directives, comments on behalf of CD & DCD-P for his/her signature and making follow-up when required.
-    Use of automated office management systems for effective functioning of the CD & DCD-P office.

Ensures provision of effective communications support to the office focusing on achievement of the following results:
-    Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials. Use of automated filing system.
-    Coordination of the information flow in the office and follow up on circulation files.
-    Facilitation of information sharing between UNCT and the UN Coordination Unit.
-    Follow up on deadlines, commitments made, actions taken and coordination of collection and submission of the reports to CD & DCD-P.
-    Screening of all incoming calls and correspondence.
-    Presentation of proposals to eliminate communication bottlenecks in the office and streamline office procedures between the supervisor’s office and subordinate division.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
-    Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
-    Assists in the organization of Office Retreats.
-    Assists in the organization of specialized trainings for secretaries.
-    Assists in the organization of trainings to UN staff on coordination, administration and protocol issues.

3.    Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the CD & DCD-P office.  Accurate analysis and presentation of information strengthens the capacity of the CD & DCD-P office and promotes the image of UNDP as an effective contributor to the development of the country. Incumbent’s own initiative is decisive in results of work and timely finalization.

4.    Key Competencies Corporate Competencies:
-    Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values and strategic goals
-    Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
-    Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
-    Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:
-    Knowledge Management and Learning
-    Shares knowledge and experience
-    Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
-    Develops substantive knowledge of one or more Practice Areas
-    Promotes a learning environment in the office
-    Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office

Development and Operational Effectiveness
-    Ability to perform a broad range of specialized activities aimed at effective and efficient functioning of DRR/PD office, including data/ schedule management, maintenance of protocol, information flow.
-    Confidentiality
-    Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, elaboration and implementation of new data management systems
-    Strong IT skills
-    Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems
-    Demonstrates effective communication skills (oral and written) and presentation skills
-    High levels of confidentiality
-    High levels of understanding protocol procedures and UN/UNDP rule, regulations, policies systems and procedures

Leadership and Self-Management
-    Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
-    Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
-    Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
-    Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback and differing points of view
-    Solicits feedback from team members about the impact of his/her own behavior
-    Effective planning and organizing – effective organizational skills and ability to prioritize work program

5. Qualifications & Experience: Secondary Education with specialized secretarial training. University Degree or equivalent would be desirable, but it is not a requirement. 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible secretarial, administrative, programme experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), experience in handling of web based management systems.

CVs and application letters, clearly marked ‘Administrative Assistant (with the post number clearly stated) should be submitted to the office of the  Resident Representative;  UNDP, Arundel Office Park, Block 10,  Mount Pleasant, PO BOX 4775, Harare, Zimbabwe by no later than Monday 7 February 2011. Please note that you will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this position. N.B. UNDP Zimbabwe reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Zimbabwe at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Qualified And Experienced Female Candidates Are Encouraged To Apply.

ICT Associate: UNDP
Deadline: 7 February 2011

Level: GS 6
Contract Type-Fixed Term Appointment
Post Number: 00005756

1.    Organizational Context
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the ICT Specialist, the ICT Associate provides ICT services, implements ICT management systems and strategies, provides daily technical support to users of information management tools and technology infrastructure. The ICT Associate promotes a client-oriented approach.

The ICT Associate works in close collaboration with the Front Office, Management Support and Business Development, Programme and Operations teams in the CO and UNDP HQ staff for resolving complex ICT-related issues, collaborates with Regional ICT Officers (RIO), Regional Bureau ICT Managers (RBIMs), ICT Managers and other ICT Staff.

2.    Key Responsibilities
Ensures implementation of ICT strategies and introduction/implementation of new technologies, focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Compliance with corporate information management and technology standards, guidelines and procedures for the CO technology environment.
* Participation in development and implementation of ICT annual plan and Standard Operating Procedures in ICT services.
* Provision of support to the use of Atlas (UNDP’s implementation of ERP) functionality for improved business results and improved client services.

Ensures effective functioning of the CO hardware and software packages, focusing on the achievement of the following results:

* Effective functioning (installation, operation and maintenance) of all UNDP hardware equipment and acquisition of hardware supplies.
* Performance of specific technical functions, including changing of hardware electronic components (disks, memories, network wiring, power sources, etc.) and routine repairs.
* Installation of commercial and in-house developed software and related upgrades, anti-virus programs on a timely basis.

Ensures efficient networks administration, focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Monitoring of the network connection on a daily basis to ensure a stable and responsive network environment.
* Trouble-shooting and monitoring of network problems. Ensure that the UNDP desktop and network resources are protected from malicious virus attacks and deploy countermeasures in the event of the attacks.
* Response to user needs and questions regarding network access.
* Maintenance of up-to-date parameters of information for the network clients and electronic mail.
* Implementation of backup and restoration procedures for local drives. Maintenance of backup logs. Organization of off-site storage of backups.
* Maintenance of measures in place for business continuity and disaster recover processes and procedures including backup and restoration of both server and local storage facilities.
* Networks administration support to other UN agencies as required and preparation of bills for cost recovery for the service provided.

Provides web management services, focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Support to the maintenance of the CO websites and Intranet.
* Trouble-shooting and monitoring of websites for UNDP and other UN agencies upon request and preparation of bills for cost recovery for the service provided.

Provides administrative support, focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Provision of advice on and assistance in procurement of new ICT equipment for the CO and projects, provision of technical specifications and information on best options in both local and international markets, review of quotations and bids.
* Maintenance of an up-to-date inventory of the software and hardware.
* Maintenance of a library of ICT related reference materials.
* Maintenance of the inventory and stock of supplies and spare parts in cooperation with the Administration and Procurement Teams.
* Provision of ICT support to key events.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO, focusing on achievement of the following results:

* Identification and promotion of different systems and applications for optimal content management, knowledge management and sharing, information provision.
* Participation in the organization of training for the CO staff on ICT issues.
* Maintenance of staff training profiles.
* Synthesis of lessons learned and best practices in ICT.
* Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

3.    Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the overall efficiency of the Country Office including improved business results and client services. Forward-looking ICT management has an impact on the organization of office management, knowledge sharing, and information provision.

4. Key Competencies Corporate Competencies:

* Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values.
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

* Knowledge Management and Learning
* Shares knowledge and experience and provides helpful advice to others in the office
* Ability to develop systems for structuring, codifying and providing access to information and knowledge
* Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Ability to provide IT support services including IT hardware/ infrastructure support, ERP support, other IT applications support, web design and maintenance
* Good knowledge of PC/LAN operating systems, Microsoft Windows, corporate ICT security and viral protection systems, knowledge of web design, knowledge of Microsoft Windows network administration, ERP
* Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, elaboration and implementation of new systems
* Leadership and Self-Management
* Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexity

5.    Qualifications & Experience:

Secondary education with relevant certifications in hardware and software management and application (Microsoft Certification, Cisco Certification). University Degree in Computer Science desirable, but it is not a requirement. Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) required. If certification is not available at the time of recruitment, it should be obtained within 6 months, 5 to 6 years of relevant working experience, including network administration, management of hardware and software platforms, telecommunications facilities, knowledge of Windows-based packages/applications.

CVs and application letters, clearly marked ‘ICT Associate’ (with the post number clearly stated) should be submitted to the office of the Resident Representative; UNDP, Arundel Office Park, Block 10, Mount Pleasant, PO BOX 4775, Harare, Zimbabwe by no later than Monday 7 February 2011. Please note that you will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this position. N.B. UNDP Zimbabwe reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Zimbabwe at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Qualified And Experienced Female Candidates Are Encouraged To Apply.