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Project Coordinator: Oxfam
Deadline: 13 September 2013

Reference Number: INT6500
Grade: C2
Operating Base: Harare

Type of contract: Fixed term one (1) year

- You will Co-ordinate and manage the Oxfam GB component of the Joint Initiative Urban Poverty Reduction Programme to promote, improve and protect sustainable livelihoods for urban and peri-urban communities through effective response and information coordination.
- Candidates will have a Masters degree in a relevant discipline preferably agriculture, development sociology, humanities or substantial experience. Candidates will also have substantial knowledge of operational environment in terms of its political, economic and social trends plus a good understanding of the key development and humanitarian issues in the region with at least 5 years’ proven experience of the programme development including disaster risk reduction and humanitarian work especially in an urban context.

To apply
To find out more about this role and to apply visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote reference INT6500. This position is open for both internal and external candidates.

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

Project Officer
Deadline: 13 September 2013

Reference Number: INT6497
Grade: D2
Operation Base: Harare
Type of contract: Fixed term one (1) year

- You will assist and help capacity build communities, partner organisations and local institutions to manage a full range of public health promotion activities. Must have good understanding of the key urban food security issues, preferably food voucher distributions and gardening activities.
- Candidates will have relevant academic qualifications in any discipline relating to public and/or environmental health, social work and community development. Good knowledge of and significant experience in health promotion and management, social work and community development, particularly relating to poor rural and urban communities, with at least 2 years’ practical experience in public health promotion is also required.

To apply
To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote reference INT6497. This position is open for both internal and external candidates.

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

Two (2) Drivers
Deadline: 13 September 2013

Grade: F1
Operating Base: Harare and Plumtree
Type of contract Harare: Fixed term one (1) year
Type of contract Plumtree: Fixed term one (1) year three (3) months

Oxfam purpose
To work with others to find lasting solutions to poverty and suffering

Country purpose
To significantly reduce poverty, inequality and suffering amongst the poor and marginalised in Zimbabwe, Oxfam will, by working primarily through Partners, focus on:
- Meeting humanitarian needs
- Strengthening local capacities
- Enabling communities

In addition to developing and supporting the strategic and operational capacity of our Partners, we will build alliances and knowledge networks, undertake research and analysis to inform decision making and influence local and global policy makers to facilitate and leverage change.

Team purpose
To provide a professional, business focused finance, logistics and administrative management service, delivering a proactive solutions based approach for resolving issues and ensuring that the operational business requirements are effectively managed to deliver organisational results, which are focused on developing capacity and expertise in partner organisations.

Job purpose
To drive Oxfam vehicles in a responsible manner ensuring the safety of both the passengers and the vehicles and to perform a variety of associated tasks delivering a superior level of service and support.

To apply
Interested candidates, kindly forward your application letter and CV to hrzim [at] oxfam [dot] org [dot] uk

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

Part-Time Researcher/Writer
Deadline: 13 September 2013

Background
An International organisation working in Zimbabwe is seeking the services of a professional writer with experience in research for documentation purposes. The writer will assist the organisation to document its development work while capturing lived realities of communities. The writer will lead a team of writers for the purposes of this short term project on documentation. Writer and Researchers who are interested in creating work that helps illuminate lived realities of development work and encourage greater public understanding and discussion of these issues and meet the requirements are invited to apply.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Writer will be required to
-Capture the untold community stories in the country in relation to our work.
-Collect not less than 20 stories that best illustrate community realities.
-Design the framework and outline of the publication.
-All stories submitted should be unpublished.
-By submitting a complete portfolio of stories, the consultant confirms that he/she owns the right to all his/her stories and that the rights of persons included in his/her photographs have not been violated.
-In cases of photographs taken, captions are critical. Each photo must be accompanied with a short conceptualization caption (maximum 600 characters). Well-written captions are needed to understand the image’s context.

Skills, experience and qualifications required
-Five years progressive experience working in the development sector and a writer
-Experience on writing for development related work,
-Availability and willingness to travel,
-Ability to work in close coordination with other team members.

Assignment Duration: The assignment will cover 30 working days.

Application Procedure
Applicants are required to submit the following
-Letter of Interest, stating why you consider yourself suitable for the assignment;
-Personal portfolio showing previous work done, (written work)
-Work references – contact details (e-mail addresses) of referees and telephone numbers
-Financial proposal indicating consultancy fee (lump sum fee) and a breakdown of expenses (unit price together with any other expenses) related to the assignment.

For more information or submission of applications, email: npazim [at] gmail [dot] com

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Human Resources Assistant: CARE
Deadline: 7 September 2013

Duty Station: Harare            
Position Code: PS-HRA13

Job summary
CARE International in Zimbabwe is inviting applicants for the Human Resources Assistant position.  Reporting to the Talent and Relationship Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for recruitment (especially of staff needed in the emergency programs), general communication, induction and maintenance of HR records. S/ he will also assist in organizing workshops or training in liaison with the Talent and Relationship Manager. S/he is expected to uphold and advise employees on CARE’s core values.

Duties and responsibilities
-Recruitment and selection mainly for the emergency program, communicating with project management on the engagement status of new employees
-Advises employees and management on HR policies, procedures and practices to ensure adherence to theses set policies
-Keeping updated HR records and information in the available database
-Filling of HR documents to ensure easy access and retrieval
-Communicating HR related issues with project /program management and employees and liaises in sub offices, keeping the Talent and Relationship Manager informed
-Induction of new employees and ensures that staff completes all the necessary engagement forms

Qualifications, skills and experience
-Degree in Human Resources Management/ Social Science/Psychology or related
-Membership to a professional human resources body e.g. IPMZ
-At least two years work experience in Human Resources (preferably in Recruitment and Selection) with an NGO or similar environment
-Ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines
-Good Communication skills
-Ability to handle confidential information

To apply
Interested and suitably qualified applicants should submit application letters together with updated Curriculum Vitae quoting the position code on the subject for email applications to:

Human Resources Manager
(PS-HRA 13)
CARE International in Zimbabwe
8 Ross Avenue
Belgravia
Harare

Or: vacancies [at] carezimbabwe [dot] org

Administrator: Cesvi
Deadline: 15 September 2013

Position Code: 32_2013 ADM ZIM
Contract: 6 months (renewable)
The collaboration will start in October 2013.
The main duty station will be Harare.

Work context
In the health sector, Cesvi operates in the district of Centenary in collaboration with Saint Albert Hospital, which works for the prevention of Hiv/Aids as well as other sexually transmitted diseases. At the House of Smiles, in Harare, Cesvi organises educational and recreational activities for orphans and street children. In the management of natural resources, Cesvi promotes the Zimbabwe participation in the Great Limpopo Park, the protected area bordering on Mozambique and South Africa. Beitbridge and Chiredzi are areas of multi-sector activities.

Required competencies
-Degree in Economics, Business Studies, Accounting
-Minimum 2 year experience in developing country
-Knowledge of UE administrative and procurement procedures
-Experience in supervision and planning of field logistics
-Experience in supervising multi-cultural staff
-Strong leadership, supervisory and people skills as well as experience with NGO procedures, approaches, and operations
-Fluency English (written and spoken)

To apply
Please use this link and apply online

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Accountant: Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN)
Deadline: 3 September 2013

(Tenable immediately)

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) is seeking an experienced, dynamic and suitably qualified person to join the organisation as an accountant.

ZWRCN is a non-governmental organization that was established in 1990. We seek to empower women in Zimbabwe through the provision of information, technical support and advocacy that promotes their participation and benefit from economic, social and political processes.

The post holder will be responsible for undertaking the effective management and utilisation of the organisation’s financial resources and assets, as well as human resources

The major tasks of the accountant include
-Developing budgets for the organization
-Compiling financial reports
-Monitoring financial systems & procedures to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
-Payroll Administration
-Ensuring that assets are insured and maintained in proper condition
-Overseeing organisational procurement processes
-Managing the organisation’s investment portfolio
-Overseeing petty cash management
-Networking with the bankers, partners & auditors
-Overseeing auditing
-Compiling management reports for Senior Managers and presentation to the board
-Cash flow management
-Performing monthly reconciliations
-Analyzing financial transactions
-Preparing statutory returns
-Assisting in risk management
-Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Qualification, skills and experience
-Certified accountant (CA, CIMA, ACCA, CIS)
-Degree in accounting
-Experience/qualification in project management
-Minimum 3 years experience of working in the development sector
-Some experience in managing human resources

To apply
If interested kindly submit a brief motivational letter and a comprehensive CV by 3 September 2013 to: pamela [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw copied to chipiwac [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw

A competitive salary and benefits are offered commensurate with qualifications and experience. Note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted for an interview within 7 days from the application deadline.

Information and Communications Officer: Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN)
Deadline: 3 September 2013

(Tenable immediately)

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) is seeking an experienced, dynamic and suitably qualified person to join the organisation as an Information and Communications Officer. ZWRCN is a non-governmental organization that was established in 1990. We seek to empower women in Zimbabwe through the provision of information, technical support and advocacy that promotes their participation and benefit from economic, social and political processes. The post holder will be responsible for the overall implementation of the organisation’s information and communication strategy.

The major tasks of the Information and Communications Officer include
-Sourcing, collating and packaging gender and women’s rights information relevant to ZWRCN’s Zimbabwe, regional and global stakeholders
-Writing relevant articles, opinions and briefs for diverse audiences, including for all forms of electronic and print media
-Developing relevant messages and materials to communicate ZWRCN’s work and products to diverse audiences
-Innovative use of different information communication tools, aimed at social and economic empowerment of ZWRCN stakeholders
-Management of the content used in ZWRCN electronic resources, including the ZWRCN web site
-Development and management of information databases
-Profiling and branding the organisation’s work
-Providing training and advice to colleagues on the use of electronic information services
-Supervising and training other information staff as appropriate

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
-University degree in communication, journalism or public relations
-A minimum of 5 years experience working in the area of gender and development, preferably in a development sector environment
-Proven track record of innovative utilisation of information communication tools
-Proven experience of working with diverse media
-Excellent writing skills, and demonstrable experience in editing materials for production
-Good understanding of communication for socio-economic change approaches

To apply
If interested kindly submit a brief motivational letter, comprehensive CV and two samples of writing by 3 September 2013 to: pamela [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw copied to chipiwac [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw

A competitive salary and benefits are offered commensurate with qualifications and experience. Note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted for an interview within 7 days from the application deadline.

Deadline: 30 August 2013

International Rescue Committee seeks to fill in an immediate position of Environmental Health Coordinator to be based in Harare with frequent travel to the field.

Scope

The Environmental Health (EH) Coordinator will be the focal point for Environmental Health programs in Zimbabwe providing technical oversight to the Environmental Health Team and developing and implementing an Environmental Health Sector Strategic Plan. The EH Coordinator will ensure the implementation of a quality environmental health program in accordance with accepted national and international standards. S/He will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with all partners, including the relevant Government of Zimbabwe authorities, UN agencies and other NGOs. The EH Coordinator will also directly provide leadership to the IRC’s new Disaster Risk Reduction Program.

Responsibilities

Program Quality
-    Oversee, through supervision of the Program Manager(s) all project cycle management processes including: participation and preparation for grants opening/review/closing meetings, reporting, information management and data collection, budget and actual expenditure analysis, and program evaluations
-    Provide technical support to the EH program to ensure that the IRC programs are of high quality and that programs are driven by data and learning, working in conjunction with the Program Coordinator
-    Provide leadership and direction to the EH program on a day-to-day basis, working closely with project managers and officers
-    Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of program work plans taking into consideration time, quality and budget
-    Design and undertake environmental health assessments.

Program Development and Strategic Planning
-    Work with the EH Program staff, and senior management on the development of new program ideas to inform budgets and proposals; lead technical proposal writing and programmatic budget development
-    Lead the design process of the Country Sector Strategy for EH and ensure the final version is rolled out and adapted by program staff and by the Zimbabwe Country Program
-    Develop and undertake needs assessments to inform program design and strategic direction

Human Resources Management
-    Act as focal point and advocate for training and capacity building for all EH program staff including mentorship, supportive delegation, and staff exchanges where appropriate internally and with other IRC country programs
-    Supervise the EH program department and ensure regular performance evaluations and job description reviews are carried out
-    Participate in recruitment of EH staff
-    Provide leadership, promote professional working relationships, conflict resolution, and encourage EH staff members to manage their staff effectively

Representation and Communication
-    Responsible for liaison with and technical collaboration/communication with the designated technical advisor/ senior technical advisor for the IRC EH unit
-    Maintain relationships with all relevant donors in conjunction with the Program Coordinator and Country Director, informing them of partnership and funding opportunities
-    Oversee the writing of internal and external reports (formal and informal) by the EH Program staff
-    Maintain and enhance IRC’s profile within the Zimbabwe WASH cluster, the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, District Development Fund (DDF) and EH/WASH focused donor agencies
-    Act as the primary focal point for EH program internal/external inquiries

Program Management – Disaster Risk Reduction
-    Manage the IRC’s Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Program, including budget management and oversight, coordination of partners, design of workplans, supervision of implementation, technical oversight, internal and external reporting, project human resource management, etc
-    Leadership of the DRR program will require management of cross-functional teams (economic development, nutrition, WASH) and close collaboration with other sector coordinators and technical advisors.

Other
Perform other duties as directed by the Program Coordinator or as the program changes.

Requirements

-    Degree in Public Health, Civil Engineering or Environmental Sciences (MSc is an advantage)
-    Experience as a water and sanitation professional, preferably in both urban and rural settings
-    Five years experience in developing sector strategies and designing, coordinating, implementing and managing environmental health programs in developing countries
-    Experience in managing Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) programs is an added advantage
-    Background in situation analysis, environmental health assessments and program implementation
-    Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, adaptability to transitions, good management and communication skills

This position reports to the Zimbabwe Programs Coordinator.

To apply
Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to: zimbabwe [at] rescue [dot] org and write the title of the position in the subject line.

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Project Lawyer: Local NGO
Deadline: 26 August 2013

Location: Bulawayo

A vacancy has arisen in a local NGO for the post of a Project Lawyer based in Bulawayo.

Required personal information is as follows:
-Degree in Law
-Registered Legal Practitioner with at least one year experience in civil and criminal litigation
-Strong background in project and financial management
-Good communication skills, co – ordination, monitoring and evaluation skills
-Computer skills (PowerPoint, word etc)
-Should be fluent in Ndebele
-A valid driver’s licence is a must.

To apply
Applicants to email their detailed curriculum vitae to: projectofficerbyo [at] gmail [dot] com and produce original copies of their certificates during the interview.

M & E Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 26 August 2013

Purpose of the Job
The Monitoring and Evaluation officer is responsible for monitoring and following up project activities among participating organisations.

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

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

To apply
If you are interested and meet the above requirements please send your application letter, detailed CV and copies of your certificates to the following: fadzaic [at] zwla [dot] co [dot] zw
Successful candidate to start immediately

Physiotherapist: Sport 4 Socialisation (S4S)
Deadline: 27 August 2013

Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Start date: 1 September 2013
Duration: 4 months, with possibility to extend

Sport 4 Socialisation
Children with disabilities are often hidden, locked-up and isolated from society. Nobody believes in their potential. But S4S does! The only precondition is an encouraging environment.

We empower the children to break out from their isolation and surprise society with their potential. We inspire, encourage and coach them to move boundaries. We create lasting change, by involving the whole community.

We strengthen them via physiotherapy and adapted physical activity. We connect them with able-bodied as well as disabled peers and teach them to stand up for themselves in society. We teach families how to deal with disability and fend for themselves economically. During the whole process, we keep monitoring progress. So we can achieve maximum potential. And we inspire, encourage and coach the community to
change their minds about disability.

Background
Sport 4 Socialisation (S4S) is working in Zimbabwe since 2008. From the Eastern border Town Mutare, where the S4S headquarters is based, we work very hard on the implementation of our multiple award winning Social Inclusion Programme. We support children with disabilities and their families with adapted and inclusive physical activities, physiotherapy, healthcare, parent support groups and livelihood development.

Over 500 children and their families are supported through this programme.

Role of the Physiotherapist
In general the Physiotherapist shall be responsible for the running of the physiotherapy clinic and the casting room. Under the physiotherapist programme we have several sub-programmes:
-Intakes and assessments
-Physiotherapy (incl. casting)
-Direct Child Support (medication, corrective surgeries and assistive devices)
-Disability maintenance and awareness training.

Key tasks and responsibilities
-Organise and implement intake and assessments with (new) beneficiaries and their families
-Implement physiotherapy therapy activities on a daily basis for children with a disability
-Build and maintain a database for all beneficiaries including a Monitoring and Evaluation system
-Develop Individual Rehabilitation Plans with beneficiaries and their families and monitor and evaluate the progress of the beneficiaries
-Assess and plan individual child interventions (medication, corrective surgeries and assistive devices etc.) and provide follow ups of interventions done through home visits, school visits and group meetings
-Mediate for Direct Child Assistance (medication, corrective surgeries, assistive devices etc.)
-Maintain and improve relations with partners and stakeholders, especially with medical partners for individual child interventions
-Be responsible for the maintenance of the therapy equipment
-Prepare periodic evaluation reports
-Prepare periodic work plans, incl. budget.

Key requirements and skills

Education
-Bachelor of physiotherapy
-Work experience and knowledge
-Proven experience in a similar position
-Proven paediatric experience
-Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation
-Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
-Computer literate, excellent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Personality
Proactive; Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality; A professional orientation to work; Impeccable integrity; Committed; Dedicated.

Remuneration
Between US$600 – US$700 – depending on level of experience plus Medical AID
and transport reimbursement.

To apply
Applications: Cover letter and CV (2 separate documents) only via email to: office.zimbabwe [at] sport4socialisation [dot] org with “Physiotherapist” in the subject line.