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NGO job vacancies in Zimbabwe

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Thursday, June 27th, 2013 by Bev Clark

Hey! Need a job? Want to work in the NGO/development sector in Zimbabwe? Check out the job vacancies below and apply today. If you want to receive regular civic and human rights information, together with NGO job vacancies and other opportunities like scholarships by getting our regular email newsletter, please email join [at] kubatana [dot] net

Administrator/Bookkeeper/ Logistician: Institute of Creative Art for Progress in Africa
Deadline: 3 July 2013

The Institute of Creative Art for Progress in Africa (incorporating Women Filmmakers of Zimbabwe and Nyerai Films) is looking for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill in the post of Office Administrator/Bookkeeper/Logistician.

Location: Harare

Key Result Areas
-General office administration
-Bookkeeping to trial balance
-Office management
-Event coordination
-Writing financial reports
-Reporting to the Board

Send your CVs to: wfoz [at] icapatrust [dot] org or call 04-862355/0775553273

Information Officer: Institute for Young Women Development
Deadline: 6 July 2013

The Institute for Young Women Development is a young-women development oriented organization working in the fields of advocacy and lobbying on young women’s issues and rights, capacity development and livelihoods. The organisation which is headquartered in Bindura and operating in Mashonaland Central Province is looking for a young, dynamic and creative person for the post of Information Officer.

The Officer will report directly to the Director.

Key responsibilities

The incumbent will be expected to support the organisation’s information management and internal and external communications functions through:
-Developing the organisation’s communications strategy
-Development of communication materials and coordination of organisational publications, dissemination of information to members, partners and stakeholders
-Writing and editing reports, newsletters, generation of website content, etc
-Managing and updating the organisation’s social media sites
-Coordination of the organisation’s projects information on implementation and impact
-Handling of external information requests
-Assist in development of project proposals, organising projects activities, facilitating meetings and workshops, monitoring of activities and effective communication of updates from the meetings
-Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications and skills
-A degree in journalism, media and mass communications or any other social sciences/related fields
-Experience in young women/youth development issues in Zimbabwe and ability to work with rural communities
-Good communication and report writing skills
-Strong organizing, planning and management skills
-Computer proficiency
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Ability to work under pressure

To apply
If you meet the above criteria, please forward your current CV and relevant certificates via email to: hr.iywd2011 [at] gmail [dot] com

Job vacancy: Group Facilitator

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Friday, June 14th, 2013 by Bev Clark

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Group facilitator: International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI)
Deadline: 21 June 2013

Summary
IBTCI is currently seeking a Zimbabwean national, Group Facilitator, for an Evaluation of USAID/Zimbabwe’s Agriculture Portfolio. The evaluation period of performance is about 10 weeks including about 5-6 weeks of fieldwork. This performance evaluation is a portfolio evaluation that will enable USAID/Zimbabwe Economic Growth Office to evaluate whether the portfolio design was appropriate and whether projects have and are achieving the desired results. It will also help inform the remaining implementation of on-going projects and future project design for follow-on activities.

Qualifications
-A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in marketing or communications
-At least five years’ experience in consumer market research or related fields
-At least two years’ experience in facilitating focus groups, conducting interviews, etc
-Individuals should be highly skilled in interviewing subjects from a lower socio economic background and drawing out information
-Knowledge of the social and cultural factors in agricultural development projects
-Prior experience on USAID activities or evaluations preferred
-Fluency in English and Shona and/or Ndebele required.

To apply
Please send an updated CV to: recruiting [at] ibtci [dot] com with the subject line “Zimbabwe Group Facilitator”.

No phone calls please. Only final candidates will be contacted.
IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.

Job vacancy: Agronomist

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Friday, June 14th, 2013 by Bev Clark

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Agronomist: Local CBO based in Bulawayo
Deadline: 21 June 2013

Designation: Agronomist
Area of operation: Bulawayo (Ward 1 to 29)
Position Code: zphca2-13

Job Summary
To undertake specific skilled support to work as an Agronomist for a nutritional organic garden for children with disabilities in Bulawayo.

Responsibilities
-To specialize in research and breeding of different horticultural products
-Find out the best methods of planting, cultivating, spraying and harvesting
-To have knowledge of producing, shipping and preservation of vegetables or ornamental plants
-To conduct workshops, trainings and prepare articles on best farming practices
-To provide professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of horticultural products
-To plan and design horticultural beds
-To maintain nurseries and keep records on the operations
-To train and supervise subordinates in greenhouse operations
-To teach proper methods and techniques of planting horticultural products
-To prepare orders for various types of plants
-Train ground personnel in the techniques of pruning, cabling and bracing of trees and shrubs
-Assists in the preparation of maintenance programs for the control of plant diseases and insects
-Prepares organic manure programs for various types of plants
-Performs related duties as required

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
-A diploma or Degree in Agriculture
-3 years working related experience
-Clean class 4 drivers license
-Legally responsible and accountable
-Able to work with minimum supervision
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills

To apply
Interested and qualified persons can send their Curriculum Vitae Applications Letters quoting the position code on the subject to email applications to: zphcabulawayo [at] gmail [dot] com and address it to the Branch Coordinator.

Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be responded to.

Job vacancy: Personal Assistant

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Friday, June 14th, 2013 by Bev Clark

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Personal Assistant to the Dean of the Cathedral
Deadline: 21 June 2013

Location: Harare

Purpose
To provide an efficient and responsive administrative, organizational, and logistical service to the Dean, helping him to manage and prioritize his time.

Main Responsibilities/Key Duties
-Manage and maintain the Dean’s diary and email account
-Filter emails, highlight urgent correspondence and print attachments
-Ensure busy diary commitments, papers, and travel arrangements are managed effectively including producing a daily folder with diary, necessary papers, etc. and troubleshooting problems
-Conduct weekly diary meetings with the Dean to discuss upcoming engagements, invitations and other requests
-Schedule on behalf of the Dean meetings between him and clergy, churchwardens, council and staff
-Filter general information, queries, phone calls and invitations to the Dean
-Keep and maintain an accurate record of papers and electronic correspondence on behalf of the Dean
-Prepare correspondence on behalf of the Dean, including the drafting of general replies
-Minute general meetings as required by the Dean
-Ensure visitors meeting with the Dean are well taken care of

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Experience
-Demonstrable experience in an administration/executive assistant/PA role in a highly pressurised environment requiring tact, judgment and discretion in handling internal and external contacts (essential)
-Experience of diary management (essential)
-Experience of successfully working with senior management (essential)
-Public office experience, for example, in a church/parish office would be an advantage (desirable).

Knowledge
-Must be proficient with the keyboard and IT applications
-Expert level in the use of Outlook
-Intermediate level in the use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Skills (all essential)
-Excellent organisational skills, ability to multi-task and organise others
-Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to professionally represent the Dean’s office
-Ability to work under pressure and be flexible as part of a small team
-Attention to detail and deadlines
-Ability to filter information and assess priorities
-Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships at all levels, including during difficult or challenging circumstances
-Ability to prioritise and manage own workload amid conflicting demands and busy work periods
-Ability to think ahead and anticipate needs before they arise
-Ability to exercise discretion in dealing with confidential or sensitive matters
-Confident and able to work on own initiative and with limited supervision

Apply
Please send applications to: sjchibaya [at] gmail [dot] com and mutamiri68 [at] gmail [dot] com

Apply for Research Consultancy with ActionAid!

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Thursday, June 13th, 2013 by Bev Clark

Please note that the deadline for this opportunity has been extend to 24th June! Check it out below:

Research consultant: ActionAid
Deadline: 24 June 2013 (4pm)

ActionAid is an international non-governmental organisation working with people living in poverty in 40 countries to end poverty and injustice in the world.

The Assignment
AAIZ requires the services of experienced Researchers/ Consultants to carry out research on the capacity of selected rural and urban Local Authorities to supply or deliver quality basic services to their residents in a gender responsive manner.

Background
To date AAI Zimbabwe works with eight (8) Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in selected Community development programmes called Local Rights Programmes (LRPs). AAIZ has set up LRP partnership structures in selected poor rural and urban communities

Purpose
To generate evidence to inform program and policy initiatives aimed at increasing women’s and youth’s influence in the decision-making processes that affect the delivery of basic services that address their rights and needs. This would be based on an in-depth study of selected local authorities i.e. 4 rural district councils and 2 urban councils.

Objectives
The objectives of this Research are:
1. To assess and document the levels of awareness of women in the planning, budget formulation and monitoring processes of local authorities
3. To analyse the effectiveness of communication platforms used by selected local authorities
4. To assess the perceptions of residents on the quality and gender responsiveness of services being delivered by the selected local authorities
5. To carry out an analysis of key underlying factors and constraints affecting local authority service delivery
6. Map stakeholder’s involvement and responsibility in local governance at local, national, regional and global levels

Research Approach
The research approach and tools to be used in the consultancy should be participatory and Consultant should ensure that the analysis in the final report reflect the perspectives of women, youth, residents associations and other key stakeholders involved local governance.

The consultant is expected to have the following qualifications and experience
1. Technical expertise in Gender and/or Social accountability and/or Citizen’s Empowerment
2. A minimum of 5 years research or consultancy experience in local governance related work that reflects an in-depth and practical knowledge of the ways in which local authorities function
3. Proven experience in facilitating similar processes with a traceable strong record in designing and leading researchers and ensuring timely submission of deliverables
4. Well-developed qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills with a track record of translating complex data into effective, strategic and well-written reports
5. Research team should be fluent in Shona, Ndebele and English.

Duration
The assignment should completed in twenty days

Applications
Interested Researchers/ Consultants should submit proposals showing:
- Understanding of the purpose and objectives of the assignment
- Proposed research approach and tools
- Estimated cost of the proposed Research

The proposals should be accompanied by detailed CVs of the principal Researchers/ Consultants.

Completed proposals must be submitted to:
The Human Resources Department, ActionAid International, 16 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare

Or emailed to: Jobs.Zimbabwe [at] actionaid [dot] org

Actionaid International Zimbabwe values all applications but unfortunately is only able to respond to short listed candidates. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.

Research consultant: ActionAid

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Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 by Bev Clark

Research consultant: ActionAid
Deadline: 12 June 2013 (4pm)

ActionAid is an international non-governmental organisation working with people living in poverty in 40 countries to end poverty and injustice in the world.

The Assignment
AAIZ requires the services of experienced Researchers/ Consultants to carry out research on the capacity of selected rural and urban Local Authorities to supply or deliver quality basic services to their residents in a gender responsive manner.

Background
To date AAI Zimbabwe works with eight (8) Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in selected Community development programmes called Local Rights Programmes (LRPs). AAIZ has set up LRP partnership structures in selected poor rural and urban communities

Purpose
To generate evidence to inform program and policy initiatives aimed at increasing women’s and youth’s influence in the decision-making processes that affect the delivery of basic services that address their rights and needs. This would be based on an in-depth study of selected local authorities i.e. 4 rural district councils and 2 urban councils.

Objectives
The objectives of this Research are:
1. To assess and document the levels of awareness of women in the planning, budget formulation and monitoring processes of local authorities
3. To analyse the effectiveness of communication platforms used by selected local authorities
4. To assess the perceptions of residents on the quality and gender responsiveness of services being delivered by the selected local authorities
5. To carry out an analysis of key underlying factors and constraints affecting local authority service delivery
6. Map stakeholder’s involvement and responsibility in local governance at local, national, regional and global levels

Research Approach
The research approach and tools to be used in the consultancy should be participatory and Consultant should ensure that the analysis in the final report reflect the perspectives of women, youth, residents associations and other key stakeholders involved local governance.

The consultant is expected to have the following qualifications and experience
1. Technical expertise in Gender and/or Social accountability and/or Citizen’s Empowerment
2. A minimum of 5 years research or consultancy experience in local governance related work that reflects an in-depth and practical knowledge of the ways in which local authorities function
3. Proven experience in facilitating similar processes with a traceable strong record in designing and leading researchers and ensuring timely submission of deliverables
4. Well-developed qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills with a track record of translating complex data into effective, strategic and well-written reports
5. Research team should be fluent in Shona, Ndebele and English.

Duration
The assignment should completed in twenty days

Applications
Interested Researchers/ Consultants should submit proposals showing:
- Understanding of the purpose and objectives of the assignment
- Proposed research approach and tools
- Estimated cost of the proposed Research

The proposals should be accompanied by detailed CVs of the principal Researchers/ Consultants.

Completed proposals must be submitted to:
The Human Resources Department, ActionAid International, 16 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare

Or emailed to: Jobs.Zimbabwe [at] actionaid [dot] org

Actionaid International Zimbabwe values all applications but unfortunately is only able to respond to short listed candidates. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.