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NGO job vacancies in Zimbabwe

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Thursday, August 9th, 2012 by Bev Clark

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Please note that the job vacancies we carry are related to the NGO and civil society sectors only.

Registry and purchasing officer: Silveira House
Deadline: 15 August 2012

Silveira House seeks a Registry and Purchasing Officer to take up the post effect from 1st September 2012.

The applicants must
-Be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of applied marketing skills
-Have a detailed understanding of the hotel management and public relations
-Have good communication and negotiation skills
-Be computer literate
-Have a driver’s licence (class 4)
-Be confident and be able to make decisions

Qualifications
-Diploma in Marketing
-Background in accounting will be an added advantage
-Fluent in English
-Fluency in Shona and Ndebele and other Zimbabwean indigenous languages is an added advantage.

Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for
-Marketing Silveira House conference facilities
-Purchasing kitchen provisions and all stationery items
-Making all bookings for the conference and other facilities
-Invoicing and receipting
-Sourcing quotations and coming up with comparative schedules for approval
-Accounting for all cheques and cash transactions paid through the registry and purchasing office

We offer the opportunity to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment where enthusiasm and creativity from the subjects are the norm.

Salary is dependent on experience and qualification.

Please send in your CV with a covering application letter and details of current salary and employment to director [at ] sliveirahouse [dot] org or by post to the Director at Box 545, Harare, Zimbabwe.

WASH Project Coordinator: International Organisation for Migration (IOM)
Deadline: 15 August 2012

Vacancy Notice SV2012/010
Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe
Proposed Grade: G5
Type of Appointment: Special All Inclusive – 6 months with the possibility of extension

Under the Supervision of the IOM Migration Health Coordinator, the WASH Project Coordinator will be principally involved in the following tasks:

Description of duties
-Provide technical support and project coordination to the various IOM Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) projects implemented throughout the country
-Provide regular monitoring and evaluation of WASH interventions through regular field visits and ensure the timely completion of all project tracking and management tools
-Liaise with all IOM program departments to identify programmatic WASH needs in targeted communities
-Assist in engaging local stakeholders and developing local capacity for longer-term sustainability
-As part of a team, assess, plan and support IOM and partners to implement emergency responses within the emergency WASH sector
-Liaise with procurement/logistics unit to ensure procurement plans are implemented and tracked according IOM and donor regulations, as well as on the development of contracts and service agreements
-Support all reporting requirements for the Mission in relation to WASH activities, and ensure submission of reports are in line with the respective schedules and deadlines
-Ensure IOM WASH sector representation and coordination with other actors or clusters, such as the WASH Cluster, other UN agencies, NGO partners, government and local authorities, as well as the targeted communities
-Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Desired qualifications (Education, experience and competencies)

Education and experience
-Degree in environmental health, social sciences or relevant Water/Sanitation specializations
-The candidate should have a minimum of three years experience in coordinating water and sanitation projects
-Experience in working relations with other UN agencies and NGO
-Experience in implementing monitoring and evaluation tools
-Demonstrated administrative and managerial skills are required

Competencies
-Must be able to work independently, with minimum supervision
-Must also have strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills in achieving results with a wide range of program partners
-Ability to create a harmonious work environment and work within a multi-cultural context and difficult operating environment
-Ability to deal with conflicts and supports group decisions
-Ability to cooperate and coordinate with other units, implementing partners, NGOs and government departments
-Strong writing and communication skills
-Computer literacy to include knowledge in data base and data analysis
-Excellent computer skills in MS Office Word, Excel and Outlook

Languages
-Excellent oral and written communications skills of English are a prerequisite

Method of application
Interested candidates are required to submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae marked “WASH Project Coordinator” to Human Resources, P O Box 2570, Harare or hand deliver at IOM Harare, 142 King George Road, Avondale, Harare or email on vacancieshre [at] iom [dot] int

Closing Date: 15 August 2012. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. If you have not heard from us by the 23rd August 2012, please kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.


Child Rights Specialist: Legal Resources Foundation
Deadline: 17 August 2012

Background and introduction
Legal Resources Foundation is implementing a large scale legal assistance programme for children, including alleged offenders, survivors of violence and children involved in civil justice matters. This initiative is being implemented through the Revised National Action Plan for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (NAP2) and in partnership with the Legal Aid Directorate and the Department of Social Services.

This partnership involves service delivery at over 20 sites across the country and across several aspects of the justice sector and welfare sectors to ensure that all children who come into contact with the law are provided both legal assistance and case management services.

The Legal Resources Foundation will be working with a large range of government, civil society and development community partners and will be required to provide intensive and regular reporting on programme implementation.

A qualified and experienced specialist is being sought for a one year contract to support the LRF Management Team to deliver on the commitments and objectives of this programme.

Objective and Key Responsibilities
This specialist will, together with the LRF Management Team, enable the Legal Resources Foundation to provide dedicated, specialist technical, administrative and logistical support to the Legal Aid Directorate and the NAP2 partners; and oversee the implementation of the NAP2 partnership – Specialist Services in Access to Justice.

In particular, the specialist will be responsible for:
1.Ensuring that LRF has regular, internal updates on implementation progress and challenges and that regular reports are provided to NAP2 partners
2.Providing leading technical support to LRF management on programme design, strategy, monitoring and evaluation
3.Supporting the Legal Aid Directorate to develop minimum standards of legal assistance service delivery for children
4.Supporting the Legal Aid Directorate to coordinate, oversee and monitor the implementation of these standards and the broader National Legal Assistance for Children Strategy
5.Acting as the primary liaison between the LRF and its partners, informing partners of progress and soliciting their inputs into programme decisions, as appropriate.
6.And any other duties as required by the LRF Management Team

Requirements
This position open to highly qualified Zimbabweans.

Skills and experience
-Advanced university degree or equivalent in justice for children, social sciences or other relevant field, or equivalent experience
-Minimum of 8 years professional experience in the field of welfare and justice, including a combination of public policy, training, direct service delivery and/or programme management
-Demonstrated knowledge of good practices in case management. Specific experience working on programmes for children would be an advantage
-Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver skill-based training programmes
-Demonstrated ability to research, analyse, evaluate, synthesise and present complex information
-Outstanding oral and writing skills in English
-Experience with Government systems and processes is desirable

Competencies
-Coordination and organizational ability
-Ability to demonstrate initiative and work to tight deadlines and without close supervision
-Drive for results
-Analytical and conceptual thinking

Other Requirements
-This position is Harare based (at the National LRF Office). It will require regular visits to the Government Ministries and extended visits to the sub-national programme sites
-Must have a valid driver’s licence

How to apply
Please send your application letter stating your eligibility and motivation plus a detailed CV to:

The National Director
Legal Resources Foundation
P. O. Box 918
Harare

Or they can be sent by email to: pa [at] lrf [dot] co [dot] zw

Vacancy: High School Teachers Wanted
Deadline: 17 August 2012

Teachers wanted to teach all forms up to advanced level. Send your CV to the Director 68 McChlery Avenue, Eastlea, Harare or email your CV to patraacademy [at] gmail [dot] com


Senior Financial and Institutional Expert: GIZ
Deadline: 20 August 2012 (12 noon)

The Governments of Australia and the Federal Republic of Germany are jointly funding the Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Support Programme under implementation through GIZ. In this context GIZ seeks to recruit a Senior Financial and Institutional Expert for a fixed term of approximately 2 years.

Duty station: Harare with regular visits to the six programme partner cities.

Reporting to the Programme Management, the Senior Financial and Institutional Expert will be responsible for the design, co-ordination, implementation and monitoring of GIZ-intervention measures in the following areas.

Job Description/Responsibilities

-Accounting
-Customer Care
-Human Resource Development
-ICT Soft and Hardware Assessment
-Municipal Capacity Building and Training necessities

The ideal applicants holds a university degree in Public Finance/Accounting with a post graduate qualification in Institutional Development/ICT Management and post graduate qualification in management – ideally MBA.

He or she has at least 15 years of professional working experience in Public Finance/Accounting and Management preferably extensive experience at municipal level and in particular with municipal service delivery. He or she has held management positions, has at least three years’ working experience in the private sector and at least five years’ working experience in Zimbabwe. Of course, he or she has experience with Capacity Development in water sector organisation, good leadership and communication skills, and excellent command of English language as well as proficiency in MS Office.

Applicants are requested to submit electronic copies of their CV and application letter in pdf-format to GIZ-zimbabwe [at] giz [dot] de
The subject of your email application must read: Senior Financial and Institutional Expert.
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy: Assistant National Food Security Officer, Zimbabwe Red Cross Society

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Thursday, August 2nd, 2012 by Bev Clark

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Assistant National Food Security Officer: Zimbabwe Red Cross Society
Deadline: 9 August 2012

Reports to the National Food Security and Livelihoods Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

-Contribute to the development of Food Security programmes supporting vulnerable population, with particular focus on agriculture-based interventions, sustainable farming systems and market linkages

-Administer monitoring of different stages and provide technical assistance to field level staff where needed

-Participate in compliance and monitoring visits to projects

-Maintaining close liaison with area project implementation staff on project planning, implementation and monitoring

-Identify needs and opportunities for strengthening

-Programme progress report writing and compilation

-Assessing training needs of beneficiaries and households

-Organize and training of  beneficiaries on sustainable livelihoods strategies

-Co-ordinates with other agencies on food security issues at national level

-Co-ordinates and liaise with programme and provincial managers on other programming issues e.g. initiatives on the integration of programmes within the Zimbabwe Red Cross

-Represent the ZRCS at various stakeholder meetings at national level

Qualifications and experience

-Degree/Diploma in agriculture or equivalent

-At least two years experience in a similar or related position

-Good communication skills and ability to relate to people from different backgrounds is a distinct advantage

-Good reporting skills

-Class 4 drivers licence

Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.  Interested candidates to submit their written application, including a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of academic and merit certificates.

Applications in envelopes marked the position applied for and addressed to:

The Secretary General
Zimbabwe Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 1406
10 St. Annes Road
Avondale
HARARE

Driver vacancy

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Thursday, August 2nd, 2012 by Bev Clark

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Driver: African Development Bank (AfDB)
Deadline: 11 August 2012

Grade: GS3
Department: Zimbabwe Country Office (ZWFO)
Supervisor: Resident Representative

The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Driver, to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe. This is a local position, which does not attract international terms and conditions. Only Zimbabwe nationals or applicants who already have the right to live and work in the country will be considered for this position.  The Bank does not support applications for work permits and relocation.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Resident Representative and the Administrative Assistant, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
-Transport the Resident Representative, Field staff, visiting missions and official delegation of the Office on official duties, within Zimbabwe as and when required
-Ensure routine maintenance for the vehicles of the Office
-Perform office messenger duties
-Represent the Bank in a professional manner, appearance and conduct at all times
-Perform any other duties reasonably requested by the Resident Representative and management

Selection Criteria (including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)
-Advanced level certificate of education (A’ Level)
-Clean driver’s license
-A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience as a driver in an international/multinational organization, or public or private sector organization
-Experience and skills in minor vehicle repairs, and routine maintenance for the vehicles
-Must have working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment
-Very good command of written and spoken English
-Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software e.g. Microsoft Word and use of Internet

Terms of Employment
Three years on a fixed term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance for all positions unless otherwise specified.

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s website and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality. The President, AfDB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

Work in Zimbabwe

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Wednesday, July 18th, 2012 by Bev Clark

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

Please note that the job vacancies we carry are related to the NGO and civil society sectors only.

Project Manager: CBM
Deadline: 23 July 2012

Location: Bulawayo

Contract duration: Since the project has already started, the appointment will be for the rest of the period that will end on 31 March 2014.

CBM is an international Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in developing countries. The Regional Office in Cape Town in collaboration with the Jairos Jiri Association of Zimbabwe, are now accepting applications for a Project Manager for a project called Comprehensive Mobility Support Project

Objective: The jobholder will ensure the smooth running of the USAID funded mobility (wheelchair) project of the Jairos Jiri Association.

Reporting:
-In country reporting to the director of Jairos Jiri Association
-Reporting to the CBM Regional Office in Cape Town on a monthly basis on overall and financial progress

Tasks

Project management
-Support the capacity development of the participating wheelchair workshops aimed at empowering them to function on sound business principles, by Ensuring that the management of participating workshops implement agree-upon project objectives and activities; Developing guidelines for the management of such workshops; Facilitating the capacity development of the management of the wheelchair workshops to establish sound business models at each; Facilitating training session for workshop managers, in collaboration with a consultant
-Coordinate the logistical arrangements of planned training workshops for wheelchair technicians and rehabilitation workers
-Support the development of clinics at rehabilitation departments where the wheelchair needs of clients can be assessed
-Monitor the implementation of activities and evaluate the performance of partners.
-Facilitate the coordination between the various stakeholders

Project administration
-Be acquainted with USAID reporting requirements and ensure the project documentation is done according the USAID requirements
-Advise/train partners with regards to USAID requirements
-Ensure projects are carried out according to the project plan
-Manage the Budget on a daily basis
-Write and submit regular progress reports

Alliance building and advocacy
-Support the JJA Advocacy Officer in liaising with government and NGOs on the provision of wheelchairs
-Promote networking and alliance building between the various stakeholders in Zimbabwe
-Support the JJA Advocacy Officer to support national stakeholders to do advocacy for access to assistive devices, in particular wheelchairs

Qualifications

Personal profile
-Strong leadership skills
-Strategic thinker
-Good manager of people and team builder
-Proven financial and management skills
-Good written and verbal communication skills
-Diplomatic, and able to liaise with decision makers
-Able to organise, chair and lead meetings
-Fluent in English
-Able and willing to travel (about 35% of working time)

Professional experience
-Degree in business studies, economics or similar.
-Five years experience in business/project management.
-Experience with NGOs in the development and disability sector.
-Experience with USAID funded projects.

Salary: Negotiable, depending on qualifications and proven experience.

Commitment: It is expected that the future jobholder, adheres to CBM beliefs and values, and commits to CBM’s Child Protection Policy.

CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

Applications: submit via e-mail (max 2MB) a cover letter, CV, certified copies of qualifications, 3 professional references, salary expectations and availability to: Judith van der Veen, email: Judith@cbmsa.org and Catherine van Staden email Catherine [at] cbmsa [dot] org

Please visit www.cbm.org

Seven (7) vacancies: Restless Development
Deadline: 26 July 2012 (9am)

Restless Development is the global leader in youth-led development – demonstrating at the grassroots and policy levels that young people can and must play a lead role. Go to www.restlessdevelopment.org

1 x Programme Coordinator
Annual Net Salary: $11,361 (Approximate Gross Salary: $14,278)

Restless Development Zimbabwe is seeking a talented and dynamic leader to take up the role of Programme Coordinator in our growing Country Programme. The successful candidate will have the skills and ability to ensure quality and impact across all our programme areas, coupled with the passion and commitment for developing others and empowering young people to be the best they can be. A strong team player with excellent analytical skills and strategic understanding, the individual will work closely with the Programmes Manager to ensure we deliver on all commitments, observing all systems and procedures. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual looking to enhance their leadership capabilities in a management role within the NGO sector and gain experience across a range of functions.

1 x Finance & Administration Coordinator
Annual Net Salary: $11,361 (Approximate Gross Salary: $14,278)

The Finance and Administration Coordinator is a crucial role in our country programme finance unit.  Working closely with the Finance and Administration Manager, the role involves frequent communications with and support for the programmes team on financial matters. The summarized responsibilities are; payroll, inter-company account maintenance, capturing all financial transactions, performance management, and asset and office management.

5 x Assistant Programme Coordinators (APCs)
Annual Net Salary: $7,690 (Approximate Gross Salary: $9,216)
Locations: Bulilima, Chimanimani, Harare, Hwedza and Mangwe

Restless Development Zimbabwe is seeking talented and dynamic individuals to take up the role of Assistant Programme Coordinators in our growing Country Programme. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers within the NGO sector and gain experience across a range of functions. The APC should have a minimum of 2 years youth development experience coupled with a passion and commitment for developing others and empowering young people to be the best they can be. Experience in developing youth livelihoods projects will be an added advantage.

Full job description and application form (No CVs accepted) can be downloaded from www.restlessdevelopment.org/work-with-us and sent to infozimbabwe [at] restlessdevelopment [dot] org

Senior Programmes Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 30 July 2012

Duties
-Write project proposals
-Look for funding opportunities in liaison with management
-Analyse and recommend new areas of programming
-Implement and oversee implementation of programmes
-Assist with supervision and mentoring of junior programme officers
-Assist with analysis and evaluation of programmes
-Report writing

Attributes
-Ability to work with minimum supervision
-Maturity and ability to work as a team player and or leader
-Ability to work on multiple tasks
-Ability to plan and implement programmes timeously

Knowledge levels
-A detailed understanding of the media operating environment a necessity
-Ability to analyse and distil issues and advise superiors

Experience
-Four years experience working in an NGO, or Trade Union environment (excluding years on attachment)
-Lobby and advocacy skills an advantage

Qualifications
-Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences, Media or Journalism, Projects Development and Management or related fields
-A Masters degree will be an added advantage

Application checklist
1. Detailed CV with clear and traceable referees
2. A motivational letter explaining candidate suitability not exceeding 200 words
3. To bring certified copies of certificates when called for interviews

NB: Job package to be disclosed to short listed candidates.
Apply electronically to: po.vacancy2012 [at] gmail [dot] com

NGO job vacancies in Zimbabwe

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Tuesday, July 17th, 2012 by Bev Clark

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

Please note that the job vacancies we carry are related to the NGO and civil society sectors only.

WASH Project Manager: Zvitambo
Deadline: 20 July 2012 (5pm)

Exciting position for a highly motivated, self-driven, WASH professional with excellent analytical problem-solving skills, strong reporting and budget management skills, and is a great team player especially working closely with district-level WASH officials. Research experience and availability to begin 1st August are advantages.

Submitted CV must include:

Relevant information and credentials, years of relevant experience, current employment status, salary history, size of budgets previously managed; and a writing example (a report or article). All information submitted will be held in strict confidence and we will not contact employers without candidate’s permission.

Send CVs to: applynow [at] zvitambo [dot] co [dot] zw

Programme Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 20 July 2012

The post will be based in Harare with extensive traveling and visiting project sites. The Programme Officer will report to the National Coordinator.

Responsibilities
-Spearheading the information management and research component of the organisation’s program
-Developing, coordinating and implementing innovative, high quality and policy relevant advocacy strategies
-Managing the organisation’s key communication channels (website, media contacts, data base, press wall and library)
-Designing and maintaining a functional M&E system to enable regular monitoring and evaluation of projects

Qualifications and experience
-A Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Media Studies, Social Sciences or qualification in a related field
-Proven experience in project management and implementation
-Experience in the media
-Experience working in local communities

Personal attributes
-Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Holder of a clean class four driver’s license
-Ability to effectively communicate technical material to both expert and lay audiences

Interested individuals are advised to submit their CV and motivational letter describing interest, qualifications and salary requirements to programmesofficer2012 [at] gmail [dot] com

Please be advised that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Supply Officer: MSF-Spain
Deadline: 22 July 2012

Based in Harare

-Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or similar qualification
-Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role in the NGO sector
-Excellent knowledge in Inventory Control ensuring high stock accuracy
-Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
-Experience in maintenance and update of supply software
-Experience in customs clearing
-Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
-Able to work under pressure and in a changing environment
-Willingness to work in a ‘hands on’ position
-Fluent in English and local languages
-Ability to work in a multicultural environment
-Responsible and flexible

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

Finance Assistant: Catholic Relief Services
Deadline: 23 July 2012

Location: Bulawayo

Catholic Relief Services – Zimbabwe Program (PVO: 6/2002), an international humanitarian and development organization.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting in ensuring that the sub office adheres to good financial accounting systems that enable the office to accurately report on the funds allocated to it. The main focus will be to assist in ensuring that the sub office is in compliance with CRS policies as well as any applicable external donor requirements. S/he ensures that the sub office submits reports to CRS Finance timely.

Qualifications & Experience
-Diploma in Accounting or studying towards a Bachelor of Accounting Degree, CIMA, ACCA, or CIS
-Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position
-NGO exposure critical/essential
-High level of practical accounting knowledge
-Extremely detail oriented and with special attention to accuracy and timely reporting
-Very high level of computer literacy, especially MS Office applications including email
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Excellent interpersonal skills and an orientation to service
-Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
-Willingness to learn

Those who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their applications together with a cover letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae that includes the names and contact details (plus email addresses) of three traceable references.

Applications should be clearly marked “Finance Assistant Bulawayo”. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please submit to: The Country Representative, 95 Park Lane, Harare or 33A Duncan Road Suburbs Bulawayo or P.O. Box CY 1111, Causeway, Harare, or to taurai.musakaruka [at] crs [dot] org

Finance job vacancy with international NGO

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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 by Bev Clark

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Head of Finance: ActionAid
Deadline: 16 July 2012 (5pm)

Salary: £23,439 per annum
Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency working in over 40 countries, taking sides with poor people to end poverty and injustice together.

We seek to employ a self-starter with a high regard for integrity as Head of Finance.  The Head of Finance is a member of the Senior Management Team of ActionAid International (AAI) Zimbabwe reporting to the Country Director, and is technically supported by International Director of Finance based in Johannesburg and the Finance Coordinator based in Nairobi. This post involves a full range of financial oversight and general management functions.

The purpose of the position is to ensure the financial, management and legal integrity of AAI Zimbabwe within the legal framework of policies and procedures established internationally and to ensure that the requirements of local and international law are adhered to and complied with.  The position is also responsible for providing strategic direction to AAI Zimbabwe; to help ensure all of AAI Zimbabwe’s overall strategic objectives are met; and ensure the continual improvement of monitoring, control and expenditure of partner NGOs of funds given by AAI Zimbabwe.

The successful candidate will have, a Bachelors of Commerce in Accounting/ Business Administration or equivalent, an MBA in Finance will be an added advantage; membership of a professional accountancy body; work experience with an NGO would be of added advantage; a minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience in a reputable organization with a minimum of three (3) years post qualification in a senior management position;

In addition, the position requires very strong experience in financial management and accounting practices at a senior management level; proven experience in implementing financial and administrative control systems; excellent team building and leadership skills, interpersonal and communication skills, high degree of maturity and sense of good judgment are also essential; proven experience in running donor funded projects; sound practical knowledge of spreadsheets, knowledge of one Information Technology accounting systems is a must and knowledge of SUN system is an advantage; practical understanding of development programming challenges and appreciation of the financial support requirement; willing to and has skills to develop capacity of Action Aid International Zimbabwe staff in sound financial management practices.

To apply, please submit your curriculum vitae with a motivation letter to jobs.Zimbabwe [at] actionaid [dot] org

Please Note: While we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.