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Associate Country Director: Oxfam
Deadline: 4 July 2012

Oxfam is a confederation of 14 affiliates located across the world and working in 99 countries. There has been a recent change in the confederation’s architecture, with a move towards single management structures in each country focused on enhancing program impact. In Zimbabwe, the Oxfams are moving ahead with creating this single strategy that is expected to result in an improved Oxfam brand, sustained impact through our work and increased cost-effectiveness through cost sharing and ultimately reducing duplications in our work.

The Associate Country Director (ACD) will work alongside the Country Director, supporting the delivery of the Country Strategy through the Implementing Affiliate’s program. Implementing Affiliates will be accountable through the Managing Affiliate for progress on their part of the Strategy and Operational Plan (as well as day-to-day program and staff management for the Implementing Affiliate).

As a key member of the Country Leadership Team, the ACD will support the development of the Country Strategy, Funding Strategy and Operating Model and will be involved in managing the transition plan to SMS, ensuring implementation, learning and review within the affiliate.

This role requires:
-Senior management experience in leading the development and delivery of development, humanitarian and advocacy program strategies
-Experience in leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams, a high degree of self awareness and an understanding of how to drive and support excellent team performance and individual development
-Experience managing complex organisational transformation processes and relationships with internal and external multi-cultural stakeholders
-Strong financial and analytical skills and the ability to think strategically, including to think beyond the country program context and act within a regional and global framework

To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT5509.

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

3 (Three) Social Workers: Local NGO
Deadline: 4 July 2012

Three vacancies for a post of a Social Worker have arisen in a local NGO to support implementation of a CPF funded project for children in residential care institutions in Harare, Mashonaland East and Manicaland provinces for a 12 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the DSS to implement the National Residential Care Standards through planning, implementation and monitoring. The placements will be based in Harare, Mashonaland East and Manicaland provinces.

Qualifications and Requirements
-A Social Work Degree a MUST
-3 years experience working with children either in an NGO environment or with the Department of Social Services
-Previous probation work experience an added advantage
-Must be registered with the Council of Social Work
-A clean class 4 driver’s license a MUST

12 months fixed term contract. Interested candidates should sent their CVs with traceable references to pmpofu [at] cps [dot] org [dot] zw / phineas [at] cps [dot] org [dot] zw

PEPFAR Communications Specialist, FSN-10/FP-5: US Embassy
Deadline: 5 July 2012

Salary: Ordinarily resident (OR) $34 772 p.a. FSN-10/1
Not ordinarily resident (NOR) $48 338 p.a. FP-5/5

The U.S. Embassy in Harare is seeking an individual for the position of PEPFAR Communications Specialist in the Public Affairs Section of the Embassy.

Basic Function Of Position
The PEPFAR Communications Specialist will assist Mission Harare with achieving the public outreach and awareness goals set out in the annual Country Operational Plan and 5-year strategic plan for the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for Aids Relief (PEPFAR) in Zimbabwe.  S/he will analyze communications needs and proactively promote the PEPFAR program, helping Zimbabweans become more aware of HIV/AIDS assistance provided by the USG. Working in close coordination with the PEPFAR Coordinator, PEPFAR Zimbabwe team and under the direct supervision of the Embassy’s Public Affairs Section, the Specialist will create products and develop programming to increase public awareness about the PEPFAR program and improve interagency PEPFAR communication. General supervision is provided by the Assistant Public Affairs Officer.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities are available in the Human Resources Office – Telephone 263-4-250593 Ext 4622/4991

Qualifications Required
NOTE:  All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion. Failure to submit documentary evidence for educational qualifications will be grounds for disqualification.  Foreigners/Non-Zimbabweans must attach work permit documentation in order to be considered for employment by the Embassy.

-Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Health or related field is required
-Three years experience in print or electronic media is required
-Level IV, (fluent) English speaking and writing ability is required
-Proficiency with computers – Microsoft Word, Excel, social media (Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube) and digital photography is required
-Detailed knowledge of the PEPFAR-Zimbabwe program and objectives, the status of HIV/AIDS in Zimbabwe, U.S. Mission activities for PEPFAR, general public health systems, design and challenges in Zimbabwe is required.

Selection Process
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference.  Therefore, it is essential that the candidate addresses the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinary Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a FMA are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

To Apply

Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be considered:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or Embassy Harare Application Form.
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE; or
3. A combination of both; i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicants work experience attached as a separate sheet; plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional U.S. Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

Submit Application To:

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P O Box 3340, Harare
Email: hararerecruit [at] state [dot] gov

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Two (2) drivers (Bulawayo): Catholic Relief Services – Zimbabwe Program
Deadline: 22 June 2012

Primary Responsibility
The CRS Driver will be available to drive members of the CRS staff and will assist the CRS’ Support Services Department in managing functions within the transportation sector when not carrying out duties relating directly to their primary driving functions

Qualifications & Experience
- 5 ‘O’ Levels plus a valid and clean Class 4 Driver’s
- Five years of professional work experience
- Previous background should include a proven ability to work diplomatically with a variety of personnel
- Ability to communicate fluently in English
- Ability to communicate fluently in Ndebele and Shona is an added advantage.

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 e-mails addresses) of three traceable references. Applications should be clearly marked “DRIVER- BULAWAYO”.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Country Representative, 95 Park Lane, Harare or 33A Duncan Road Suburbs Bulawayo or P.O. Box CY 1111, Causeway, Harare, or email: taurai.musakaruka [at] crs [dot] org

Social Franchise Coordinator: Population Services Zimbabwe (PSZ)
Deadline: 24 June (12 noon)

12 months Fixed Term Contract

Be at the heart of an organization that’s at the heart of the community.

Population Services Zimbabwe (PSZ), an affiliate of Marie Stopes International, is a market focused, result oriented non-governmental organization. We develop efficient, effective and sustainable family planning and reproductive health programmes, with particular emphasis on the lower income and disadvantaged communities in Zimbabwe. What we do makes a real difference to people’s lives, so it’s absolutely crucial that we fill our organization with passionate people. An opportunity has arisen in the following area:

The SF Coordinator will be located in the Harare, Mashonaland West, Mashonaland East region, providing clinical quality assurance support to all PSZ franchisees within the designated region. Supervise franchisees to ensure the integrity of demand generation activities according to PSZ’s demand generation plan.

Responsibilities
- Facilitate a positive and professional relationship with the franchisee on behalf of PSZ
- Provide monthly supportive supervision visits to franchisees such that each franchisee is visited once a month, or maximum once in 6 weeks
- Ensure franchisees adhere to the signed MoU with PSZ
- Complete clinical audits: At least one internal audit per franchisee per year
- Ensure and support quality record keeping and correct implementation of franchisee service reporting, as well as validation of reports against in-clinic records
- Use PSZ data collection tools to gather complete information on the franchise and submit dully on time
- Manage clinical complications by informing PSZ immediately and ensuring proper documentation
- Complete a monthly report reflecting all regional activities, challenges and stories from the field (FC work activity report)
- Assist in coordinating formal franchisee trainings
- Assist in logistic support for franchisee equipment, commodities etc
- Liaise with MoH/ZNFPC officials in the region
- Coordinate with the Marketing and Communications Unit for all marketing/mobilization needs
- Identify and recommend solutions to problems in the assigned regions that interfere with franchisee quality and PSZ objectives
- Communicate regularly and proactively with the franchise manager

Outputs and deliverables
- Strong, professional relationships between PSZ and all franchisees and MoH/ZNFPC in the region
- Franchisees operate according to the MoU and to PSZ/MSI standards
- Increased CYP and SRH services amongst franchisees and achievement of forecasts in the region
- Effective oversight of demand generation
- Improved quality amongst franchisees
- 100 percent report submission
- 100 percent clinical audit submission

Qualifications
- Diploma in Nursing, preferably a Degree in Nursing Science
- Post graduate qualification preferably in project management

Experience
- At least 3 years’ senior management experience, 2 years must be in project management in an NGO
- Extensive project cycle management experience
- Family Planning Training is an added advantage
- Understanding of the issues surrounding provision of reproductive health care services internationally

If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit a covering letter and CV, outlining your experience to date, to:

The Team Development Officer
9 Bisley Circle
Belvedere, Harare

Or

Send an email to recruitment [at] pszim [dot] com quoting the job title.

Programme Analyst: UNIFEM
Deadline: 29 June 2012

The UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women’s rights at the center of all its efforts, the UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States’ priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Representative, the Programme Analyst is responsible for management of the Gender Support Project (GSP). She/he provides technical competence on gender and governance issues with a holistic approach to development. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of project activities within his/her portfolio and provides policy advisory services. Through the Country Representative, the Programme Analyst provides analysis for formulation of strategies and briefings to senior management.  The Programme Analyst represents UN Women in his/her area of expertise as requested by the Country Representative.

The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the UN Women programme and operations teams, programme staff in other UN agencies, Sub-Regional Office staff and Government officials, technical advisers and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful delivery of the GSP.

For more information and to apply online please visit this link

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Resource Centre Programme Assistant: ZWRCN
Deadline: 8 June 2012

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre & Network (ZWRCN) is looking for an individual, preferably female, to occupy the vacant position of Resource Centre Programme Assistant. The individual must be mature, with at least 3 years of more of experience in library work. Their qualifications should be in the areas of information management, cataloguing and documentation or Library and Information Sciences. In brief, the individual’s duties will include managing the library and documentation centre, developing library catalogues and databases, making book purchases and acquisitions and providing programme information support or any other tasks assigned by the Gender and Information Programme (GIP) Officer. The full TOR will be shared with short listed candidates. Only candidates possessing the relevant qualification outlined here will be considered. CVs and motivation letters to be sent to Natasha [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw or zwrcn [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw

Project Officer – Economic Strengthening: Mercy Corps
Deadline: 10 June 2012

The Strengthening Community Support for Children with Disabilities in Zimbabwe (SCSCD) program, being implemented within the context of other child protection initiatives, supports the framework of the Government of Zimbabwe’s National Action Plan for Orphans and vulnerable Children. It is complementary to the Child Protection Fund (CPF), a multi-donor funded program that delivers innovative community-based services, which ensures that vulnerable children and families are supported within a continuum of care. The SCSCD program therefore aligns with the government of Zimbabwe and UNICEF’s goals and seeks to ensure that children with disabilities and their families access basic services and commodities for inclusive purposes. The program helps to address the gaps between ongoing programs, by awarding small grants to individuals and informal and formal groups working with children with disabilities. The program also strengthens groups working with children with disabilities. The program also strengthens the economic capacity of families with children with disabilities to enable them to provide themselves with essential goods and services in a sustainable manner.

The Project Officer will be a key member of the SCSCD program team. The Project Officer will serve as a contact point between Mercy Corps Zimbabwe and grant recipients. S(he) will be responsible for identifying, appraising and training community based organizations (CBOs) in business development and management skills. The Officer will also be responsible program monitoring and will work closely with the other project Officer and the Program Manager in implementing program activities.

Qualifications required
The preferred candidate will have a University Degree in Business Studies or any other relevant field. Minimum of three years experience of working with small organizations such as CBOs, knowledge and appreciation of issues affecting small scale and/or informal enterprises in Zimbabwe. Some experience with NGOs is desirable. He/She will be a self-starter, highly organized, strong report writing skills, computer literate.

To apply, please send a covering letter describing your interest, qualifications, salary requirements, references and all official documents including your CV to Mercy Corps Human resources at hr [at] zw [dot] mercycorps [dot] org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Program Officer: UMCOR Zimbabwe
Deadline: 11 June 2012

Location: Based in Chimanimani, Zimbabwe
Reports to: Special Projects Manager

Purpose of the Position: In collaboration and liaison with the Special Projects Manager and M&E Officer, assist in the implementation and coordination of malaria, OVC and other future development programs in the Chimanimani District under UMCOR Zimbabwe. Be involved in the planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the programmes.

Specific Responsibilities

Program Activities
-Assist in the implementation of new program activities as instructed by the Special Projects Manager.
-Ensure that assigned program activities conform to objectives and budget requirements.
-Assist in the supervision, control, and implementation of program sub-grants or stipends where applicable.
-Prepare written narrative reports, and expense reports for program activities as directed by Special Projects Manager or Head of Mission.

Education and experience
1.Education level should be a minimum of bachelor’s degree in Development, Health or Social Sciences with a recognized institution
2.At least 3 years of previous experience in project management.
3.Familiarity with database design and other tools for information management.
4.Experience in working at community level and with community leaders.
5.Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate technical material to both expert and lay audiences.
6.Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliver reports in a timely manner.

Essential Characteristics
1.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to form positive partnerships
2.Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking
3.Self-starter and ability to work with little supervision
4.Ability to work independently as part of a team
5.Willingness to learn and to build the capacity of others
6.Experience in working in insecure environments is essential
7.Experience in working with faith-based organizations is a plus

How to apply
Send your Cover letter and CV indicating clearly the position you are applying for to: finance_officer [at] umcor-zimbabwe [dot] org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Chief of Party – OVC and Organizational Development: Catholic Relief Services Zimbabwe
Deadline: 11 June 2012

Reports To: Country Representative

Job Summary
CRS Zimbabwe seeks candidates for a Chief of Party for a potential USAID-funded, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) project, based in Zimbabwe.  The goal of the project is to mitigate the impact of HIV and AIDS on Zimbabwe’s children by enhancing the sustainability of care and support services for OVC through (1) strengthening capacity of communities and local service providers to support vulnerable families and children; (2) strengthen capacity of vulnerable households to care for children; and (3) strengthen the capacity of the public sector social service system to support vulnerable families and children (USAID 2012).  CRS, as lead agency, in consortium with others will lead efforts to ensure a smooth transition from the current PEPFAR-funded Children First (CF) project, implemented by World Education, Inc., to this new award focused on OVC which will be PEPFAR/Zimbabwe’s primary OVC-focused award.

The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible and has authority and oversight for the entire program.  The COP provides managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project, including management of Key Personnel and sub-grantees.  The COP is responsible for the development and submission of the Annual Country Operating Plan (COP), Annual Program Reports (APR) and Semi-Annual Program Reports (S/APR), in collaboration with the M&E Specialist, and develops requests for supplemental funding.  S/he will have principal responsibility for representation for the projects to the United States Government (USG).  The COP bears ultimate responsibility for ensuring that grantees and sub-grantees meet USAID, PEPFAR, and program requirements.

Job Specifications
-Masters degree in Social Sciences preferred or equivalent combination in years and experience
-At least 4 years of senior level management experience on designing, implementing, and managing large, complex child welfare, HIV/AIDS and systems strengthening projects
-At least 3 years of experience managing USAID – or other donor-funded programs
-Ability to integrate teams of professionals around common goals as well as demonstrated ability in working with host-country ministries and with donor colleagues in country
-Demonstrated knowledge of the Zimbabwe Child Welfare System
-Demonstrated knowledge of USG regulations and A-133 Auditing procedures
-On-the-job mentoring and training experiences will be an added advantage
-Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and other appropriate software)
-Self-guided, strong organizational and planning skills
-Ability to work independently and under pressure
-Excellent communication, coaching and facilitation skills

Personal Competencies
-Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
-Diplomacy, tact and strong negotiation skills
-Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision
-Able to prioritize work, multi-task, and meet deadlines
-Understanding of and experience with faith-based organizations, local church structures, non-faith based organizations, and accompaniment and capacity-building principles in local partnerships highly desired.

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 e-mails addresses) of three traceable references. Applications should be clearly marked “Chief of Party – OVC and Organizational Development”.

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
Note: this position is contingent on the awarding of funding by the donor.

Human Resource Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 12 June 2012

1-Year Contract
Location: Harare

A local, registered NGO is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the position of Human Resource Officer.

Basic Functions: To effectively implement the organisation’s human resource policies and procedures, advise management and employees on human resource issues and assist in maintenance of a sound industrial relations climate in the organisation.

Responsibilities
-Effectively implement the Organisation’s human resource policies and procedures.
-Advise management and employees on human resource issues.
-Assist in industrial relations management.
-Payroll processing.
-Provide legal advice on human resource issues.
-Training employees on relevant human resource issues.
-Recruitment and Selection.
-Effective staff orientation.
-Assist in managing the performance appraisal process.
-Staff administration and other assigned administrative duties.
-Make recommendations to management and staff in response to changes occurring in the market.
-Reports to the Country Director

Qualifications and Person Specification
-Social Science/ Human Resource Degree and IPMZ / other Human Resource Diploma.
-A minimum of three (3) years working experience at the same level.
-Work experience in the NGO Sector an advantage.
-Good interpersonal skills and a demonstrable ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
-Be conversant with the Zimbabwean labour act.
-Be sensitive to changes and trends occurring in the human resource field.
-Clean class four (4) driver’s license an advantage.

Only persons with the above requirements need apply.

Applications together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter to be submitted to:  resourceshuman32 [at] gmail [dot] com

We regret that though we value all applications, we will not be able to respond to every application submitted. We however thank all applicants in advance for expressing an interest in this post.

Integrated TB/HIV Care Coordinator: International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
Deadline: 14 June 2012

The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is an international scientific organisation headquartered in Paris, France with 14 offices worldwide. Its office in Zimbabwe has a vacancy for Integrated TB/HIV Care Coordinator.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the planning, management and monitoring of implementation of the Integrated TB/HIV Care (ITHC) package in collaboration with the National AIDS and TB Unit of the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare (MOHCW) in Zimbabwe through funding provided by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the PEPFAR Program.

Applicants should be qualified medical practitioners or Registered General Nurses with Community Nursing and Midwifery qualifications and relevant experience.

For full details of the job description and responsibilities, please visit The Union’s website: www.theunion.org

Condition of employment: Initially one year contract subject to renewal based on performance and availability of funding.

Please send CV + motivational letter to hrzimbabwe [at] theunion [dot] org

Five (5) vacancies: Plan
Deadline: 15 June 2012

Founded more than 75 years ago, Plan has global presence in 68 countries and is one of the oldest and largest children’s development organizations in the world. Plan works in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas to promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty, particularly those who are excluded or marginalized, through high-quality programs that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan prides itself on working in partnership with others and operating effectively. Plan is an independent organization with no religious, political, or governmental affiliations and is an equal opportunity employer. Plan received Best Employer accolades for two consecutive years in 2010 and 2011, based on a national survey conducted by a leading consultancy firm in Zimbabwe.

Plan has been operating in Zimbabwe since 1986 and has active programming in child protection and child rights, education, food security, environment, and health sectors, including HIV and AIDS. Through these programs, Plan reaches out to over 300 000 people in Zimbabwe annually, particularly children.

The Zimbabwe program seeks services of suitably qualified candidates to fill vacancies in anticipation of funding from a major donor. This project aims to mitigate the impact of HIV and AIDS on Zimbabwe’s children by enhancing the sustainability of care and support services for Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children (OVCs) through strengthening local capacity of development stakeholders.

These are full-time positions based in Harare for a five-year term, beginning in or around October 2012.

Position 1: Chief of Party (COP)

Job purpose
Reporting to the Country Director, the COP serves as the key liaison with USAID;  is responsible and has authority and oversight for the entire program ensuring that it is of high quality and impacts in the agreed areas, and, that it is compliant with donor and Plan requirements, in particular the provisions of our Child Protection standards; provides managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project, including management of key personnel and sub-grantees and ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and ensuring achievement of project requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
-A Master’s degree in a relevant field e.g. Social Sciences, Public Health or Development Studies or relevant field
-Significant program management and supervisory experience in the health and development fields
-Proven senior-level management experience in designing, implementing, and managing large, complex child welfare, HIV/AIDS, and/or systems strengthening projects
-Significant experience managing USAID donor-funded programs
-Demonstrated knowledge of the Zimbabwe Child Welfare System
-Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development
-High highly skilled leader, able to integrate teams of professionals around common goals as well as demonstrated ability in working with host-country ministries and with donor colleagues in country
-Demonstrated ability to implement projects with rigorous timelines and deliverables and to track program quality through donor approved monitoring and evaluation systems
-Proven leadership, inter-personal and cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate diverse teams, including distance management
-Ability to work with and through partners and sub-recipients
-Excellent communication skills

Position 2: Finance and Operations Director (FOD)

Job purpose
Reporting to the Chief of Party, the FOD is responsible for overseeing project finances and other operational and administrative duties in accordance with relevant USAID regulations and in line with Plan’s financial and operations management policy provisions. The FOD will supervise all grant management and reporting on grant performance and will provide financial and technical management to ensure best use of resources by preparing sound budgets, monitoring project expenses, and ensuring timely preparation of donor financial reports.

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
-A Master’s degree in finance or financial management or a professional qualification in accountancy
-Minimum of 3 years experience in financial management of programs funded by USAID
-Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles applicable to USA accounting procedures and processes
-In depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations
-Proven skills in financial and administrative management of large international development programs
-Experience managing small grants programs or sub-granting mechanisms involving local NGOs
-Ability to adopt new software and financial management systems
-Striving for high performance across the team and for Plan’s business
-Proven analytical and strategic thinking skills
-Excellent communication and leadership skills
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Position 3: Program Director (PD)

Job purpose
Reporting to the Chief of Party, the PD oversees all programming, including ensuring technical quality of services. The PD oversees the development and execution community action plans and family case plans, monitors the implementation of plans, works with project staff to facilitate operational capacity building initiatives, facilitates technical capacity building, and supports efforts to coordinate with local government and private sector partners. The PD also supports the roll out of national initiatives intended to improve the technical quality of programming for children affected by HIV/AIDS.

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
-A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies  or equivalent, Master’s degree  in similar field preferred
-Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing program start-up under limited time constraints, as well as program close-out
-Experience working with advocacy training and institutional capacity building initiatives, especially with civil society organizations
-At least 3 years of experience managing donor-funded programs with demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain complex systems and procedures involving multiple implementations sites, multiple partners, and diverse beneficiaries
-Demonstrated strong analytical, managerial, leadership, communications and interpersonal skills
-Experience working with institutional capacity building initiatives
-Demonstrated experience in the management of key programmatic areas such as HIV/AIDS and child protection
-Thorough knowledge of programming processes, systems and principles, and the ability to provide leadership and support to staff/partners working at community level
-Ability to interact and work effectively with others at all levels

Position 4: Organisational Development Officer (ODO)

Job purpose
Reporting to the Program Director, the ODO builds technical competence and organizational capacity of the public sector and professional bodies, including that of local NGOs at several levels in order to strengthen their overall response to the welfare of children in Zimbabwe. This includes facilitating the development of tailored capacity building plans in the areas of planning, finance and administration, advocacy, governance, management and leadership, and monitoring and evaluation.

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
-Degree in Social Sciences, Adult Education or relevant field; Master’s degree preferred
-A minimum of 5 years of experience in local organization capacity building
-Experience in assessing technical capacity of organizations, developing customized capacity building plans, and providing individualized training, mentoring and on-site support in various technical areas of need
-Strong knowledge of local capacity building tools especially in the OVC Sector
-Excellent networking, facilitation and active listening skills
-Gains, develops and retains credibility about his/her performance
-Excellent communication and problem solving skills
-Strong planning and organizational skills
-Promotes innovation and learning

Position 5: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&ES)

Job summary
Reporting to the Program Director, the M&ES is responsible for all monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities for the OVC project; leads development and management of the project’s performance monitoring plan and maintains systems to collect and analyze information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact of the program.

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
-Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Demography, Statistics, or other development-related fields
-Minimum of 5 years of experience monitoring and evaluating USAID-funded projects
-Experience designing and implementing M&E systems in the OVC/Zimbabwe context
-Demonstrated knowledge of management information systems/statistical packages
-Proven leadership in developing and implementing large-scale M&E systems, especially for bilateral donors
-Extraordinary knowledge of programming processes, systems and principles, and the ability to provide leadership and support to sub-grantees
-Experience in participatory monitoring and evaluation
-Promotes innovation and communicates effectively
-Strong analytical and logical ability

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & covering letter outlining their suitability for the position and indicating the position being applied for to: zwe.recruitment [at] plan-international [dot] org

Reference & background checks will be performed including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Interviews have been planned for during the period of 21 to 26 June 2012.

Programme Coordinator – Support To Peace Building and Increased Access to Sustainable Livelihoods in Zimbabwe Project: UNDP
Deadline: 15 June 2012

UNDP Zimbabwe’s interventions are guided by its commitment to fully support the critical elements of the prevention of violent conflict and recovery process in Zimbabwe at both the national and local levels. In 2009, the Organ for National Healing, Reconciliation and Integration (ONHRI) was created in terms of the Global Political Agreement (GPA) to establish a national mechanism for peace building in Zimbabwe. In this regard, the programme on “Support for Peace Building and Increased Access to Sustainable Livelihoods in Zimbabwe: 2012-2014″ was developed to strengthen national capacities for dialogue, peace building, prevention, management and resolution of conflict in search of sustainable solutions for the development challenges facing the country. The programme seeks to integrate locally led sustainable community livelihoods and disaster risk reduction interventions into the peace building architecture in Zimbabwe. It will also enhance the national and the UN’s coordination capacity in the area of recovery.

The Programme Coordinator  (PC)  directly reporting to and under the overall supervision of the Principal Director of the ONHRI in the Office of the President and Cabinet as the Implementing Partner, as well as   working in close collaboration with selected Government Ministries as Responsible Parties, UNDP and  other relevant stakeholders. The PC will provide technical and coordination support services to the Support for Peace Building and Increased Access to Sustainable Livelihoods in Zimbabwe Programme. The Coordinator will support the delivery of the Programme outputs as follows:

Output 1: National Capacities for Dialogue, Peace Building, Conflict Prevention and Management   Strengthened;
Output 2: Community Capacities (Women and Youth) for Recovery and Conflict Sensitive Sustainable Livelihoods Increased at Local Levels;
Output 3:  Increased Support by the UN Coordination of Sustainable Recovery in Zimbabwe; and,
Output 4:  Increased Capacity of Communities, Local and National Institutions for Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery.

The PC will be responsible for supporting the overall coordination, planning, implementation, tracking and reporting obligations of the Programme in consultation with the Implementing Partner, Responsible Parties, UNDP and other key national counterparts as they relate to national programmes and priorities. The incumbent will need to have flexibility in his/her work, including assignments outside the duty station such as field visits, as well as undertaking any other tasks, if deemed necessary.

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Finance Director: CARE
Deadline: 15 June 2012

Based in Harare, the incumbent will report to the Assistant Country Director (ACD) Finance and Programme Support and will be a member of CARE Zimbabwe’s senior management team. The Finance Director will be responsible for leadership of the formulation, development, implementation and oversight of financial and risk management strategies, policies and systems that enable CARE Zimbabwe to accomplish its core business objectives. The Director Finance will also be responsible for the finance department staff management and supervision, Country Office budget preparation and control, audit requirements and CARE Canada/CARE International liaison on financial matters. The Finance director will provide technical assistance, standardization and quality control to sub-offices and direct support to the ACD Programs, ACD Finance and Program Support, project Accountants and Sector Co-ordinators.

Job responsibilities and tasks to include:
-Safeguard the Assets of the Country Office
-Financial reporting
-Budgeting and budgetary control
-Accounts Payable/Receivable
-Payroll Administration
-Grants & Contract Management
-Country Office Finance Unit Supervision

Minimum qualifications and experience
-A Chartered General Accountant/Certified Management Accountant or similar designation with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent
-A Post graduate qualification in finance or risk management will be an added advantage
-    A minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
-Experience working with NGOs and familiarity with their policies and procedures
-Experience at writing financial policies
-Work experience in risk management will be an added advantage
-Advanced knowledge of Excel, MS Access, MS Word and Outlook
-Knowledge if SCALA, experience or knowledge of Crystal reports will be an added advantage
-Fluent in English (speaking, reading and writing)
-Ability to work independently and as part of team, solve problems, organized and reverence of deadlines and time obligations
-Ability to work in diverse cultural contexts, good communication skills

Interested applicants can submit their applications together with copies of CV to vacancies [at] carezimbabwe [dot] org

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Regional Manager: Musasa
Deadline: 18 May 2012

Musasa, a local human rights NGO in the area of Gender Based Violence is inviting applications for the post of Regional Manager based in Bulawayo or Gweru. Musasa organisation offers a competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.

Purpose of the Job
To provide strategic leadership to the Bulawayo and Gweru regional offices through fundraising, networking and co-ordination of all activities towards the achievement of the objectives of the organisation.

Principal Accountabilities
-Producing narrative reports to donors to fulfil donor accountability requirements and update strategic partners on the progress made in the implementation of programs.
-Writing project proposals in order to mobilise funding for programs in line with Musasa’s mandate.
-Championing the implementation of the strategic plan in order to ensure effective implementation and compliance to requirements.
-Meeting all funding partners as and when required in order to update them on organisation progress and challenges for the sake of sustained funding.
-Marketing the organisation to ensure that the organisation’s programmes and services to making sure they are well articulated and understood by all key stakeholders, receive support and visibility in the province.
-Leadership, team building and supervision of subordinates to ensure teamwork and alignment of all efforts with organisation requirements.
-Recruitment of staff to ensure that the organisation has the requisite skills and competencies mix required for effective service delivery.
-Networking and building strategic alliances with key stakeholders in order to ensure alignment with national efforts by other organisations and government policies.
-Assisting periodic auditors in order to ensure that effective controls, processes and risk mitigation measures are put in place.
-Participating in efforts to lobby key government officials and institutions in order to influence the creation and effective enforcement of relevant systems and legislation.
-To grow the Musasa brand and maintain its reputation for it to become the most popular gender violence mitigation organisation in the province.

Qualifications
-Degree in social sciences/development studies or any relevant qualification will be an added advantage.
-Postgraduate qualification in project planning and management.
-Certificate or diploma in systemic counselling.
-Clean Class 4 driver’s licence.

Experience: 5 years experience of which 3 must be at management/supervisory level in HIV/AIDS and Gender related work.

Remuneration: The salary will be disclosed to the short-listed candidates only.

How to apply
Applications, including a resume with three referees and their contactable telephone numbers and email addresses, should be sent to:

The Director
Musasa
64 Selous Avenue
Harare

Email: director [at] musasa [dot] co [dot] zw and
musasaproj [at] musasa [dot] co [dot] zw

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Programme Assistant: World Food Programme
Deadline: 19 May 2012

Vacancy Announcement No. 05/2012

Proposed Pay Level: SB3
Duty Station: Mutare
Duration of Employment: Seven months

Accountabilities
Within assigned units, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and thus not all inclusive nor are all duties carried out by all Programme Assistants)

-Undertake negotiations for and prepare project documents with government ministries and other participating agencies
-Organize project planning missions, meetings and briefing session to identify and analyze problems and recommend project
-Assess project performance including utilization of resources and achievement of planned targets
-Monitor and receipt of necessary shipping, freight or other documents and notify appropriate WFP officer of non-receipt
-Monitor the processing time for settling freight forwarders accounts
-Issue letters of guarantees and no-charge invoices as instructed
-Monitor, update and track data related to project issues, commodity pipelines and financial allotment status reports, informing the relevant divisions accordingly; ensure accuracy of data related to the above
-Analyze and prepare projections for food commodities and non-food items to ensure timely call forward and/or local procurement
-Assist in compiling monthly statistics on food aid and commercial food shipments to the country maintain records on programme activities, from formulation stage through completion, by extracting relevant information from reports, project committee, budget records and other documentation, make information available for country briefs, country profiles, and other related purposes; ensure project cycle deadlines are met
-Analyze contract terms and condition and correct any observed discrepancies between contract rates and invoice amounts
-Carry out advocacy and information related tasks for project/programme activities such as making interventions and presentations in meetings, workshops, seminars, missions etc.
-Prepare status and progress reports by providing information and background material for use in discussions and briefing sessions
-Provide guidance, on-the-job training and assistance to support staff
-Evaluate, develop, and recommend procedures
-Participates in discussions on new/revised procedures and practices, interprets and assesses the impact of changes and makes recommendations on follow up actions
-Perform other related duties as required

Results expected
-Well organised, complete and accurate reports, records and/or data, put together independently with only general guidance

Critical success factors
-Sound judgment; ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data and to resolve operational problems
-Ability to work with minimum supervision, to supervise and train support staff, and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

Qualifications
-Secondary school education preferably supplemented by courses in human resources, public administration, transport, development economics or other related field

Experience
-At least five years of progressively responsible experience, of which at least one year was closely related to programme functions

Knowledge
-Agriculture background with knowledge in agronomy and marketing
-Experience in conservation farming and water harvesting
-Training and/or experience utilizing computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other software packages

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application together with an updated CV, photocopies of certificates and name and address and telephone numbers of three referees in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Programme Assistant: VA 05/12″ to: Human Resources Officer, World Food Programme, 15 Natal Road, Belgravia, Harare.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for the recruitment processes.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Assistant: World Food Programme
Deadline: 19 May 2012

Vacancy Announcement No. 04/12
Fixed Term Contract Level G5
Duty Station: Harare

Accountabilities
Within assigned units, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and thus not all inclusive nor are all duties carried out by all Human Resource Assistants)

-Extract and input data from various sources in the human resources database
-Respond to human resources queries from staff in the unit and elsewhere in the Programme
-Ensure that salary, overtime, hours of work, leave policy, entitlement, health insurance and detailed Terms of Reference are comprehensively included within the body of all Letters of Employment offers
-Review supporting documentation for processing various actions, answer a variety of enquiries and supply readily available information from office files, databases, liaising with other offices as appropriate
-Verify benefit and other human resources related claims for accuracy and conformance with personnel rules and regulations
-Draft routine correspondence and initiate process for the preparation of all staff support documentation (visas, identification cards, UN Laissez Passer, bank accounts etc); organise relevant Customs, immigration and UN documentation process, as required
-Assist supervisor(s) in monitoring the contractual status of all staff on various appointment based in immediate location or within the office’s mandate monitor within grade service increment schedules and ensure the timely preparation and issuance of contract renewals and personnel action forms
-Check and maintain attendance registers, leave DSA forms and other forms and reports
-Check and maintain personnel files for all staff location, ensuring all documentation is complete, maintain and update confidential personnel information and documents, and ensure relevant documents are kept in their respective files
-Search for, retrieve, compile, assemble and archive a variety of human resources statistical data from computer files, records, reports or form other sources of external use
-Collect and maintain information on commercial, private and inter agency training schedules and institutions (course schedules, curricula and cost)
-Assist in the preparation of administrative reports, draft routine correspondence, arrange for briefings and debriefings and take notes at meetings
-Ensure that UNDP and WFP issued human resource and personnel policy manuals, rules, regulations, guidelines and circulars are updated and filed regularly
-Perform other related duties as required

Results expected
-With initiative and judgment produces organised, accurate and well-documented records with well analysed data and addresses unforeseen situations seeking advice and guidance from supervisor, as necessary.
-May assign work to staff in lower grades

Critical success factors
-Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust data discrepancies
-Identify and resolve operational problems with substantial independence
-Ability to obtain or give factual information of a non-routine nature involving interpretation of facts and requiring clarity of expression
-Ability to perform detailed work, frequently of a confidential nature and/or to handle a large volume of work systematically, effectively and accurately
-Ability to train other staff regarding relevant work responsibilities
-Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate assignments to achieve common goals
-Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

Qualifications
-Secondary school education

Experience
-At least four years of progressively responsible support or secretarial work experience including at least two years in the field of human resources or other related field and at least one year at the G4 level or equivalent

Knowledge
-Training and/or experience utilizing computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and systems
-General knowledge of UN system policies, rules and regulations and procedures governing human resources administration

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application together with an updated CV, photocopies of certificates and name and address and telephone numbers of three referees in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Human Resources Assistant – G5: VA 04/12″ to: Human Resources Officer, World Food Programme, 15 Natal Road, Belgravia, Harare.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for the recruitment processes.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Regional Programme Manager, Southern Africa: CAFOD
Deadline: 20 May 2012

Salary: Attractive
Based: Harare, Zimbabwe
Contract: 3-year contract

CAFOD, one of the UK’s leading development and relief agencies, is seeking a strategic leader to oversee the management of its development programme in Southern Africa.

You will be an empowering people manager, a skilled networker with an excellent track record of working in Livelihoods, Social Protection, WASH and Governance sectors.

Your main role will be to:
-Provide vision and enthusiastic leadership to the Southern Africa (Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, & Swaziland) programme team in Harare working in harmony with the Mozambique Country Manager
-Promote and support the development of programmes with partners and sister agencies
-Manage the implementation of strategic and operational plans
-Ensure that CAFOD is effectively represented to key international and local players.

You will have the ability to develop vision with colleagues and to think, manage and communicate creatively and strategically. You will be fluent in English and confident in playing a representation role in a sensitive environment.

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Driver/Office Orderly: Musasa
Deadline: 21 May 2012

Musasa a Women’s Organisation focusing on human rights has a vacant position for a Driver/Office Orderly.

Specific Tasks
-Driving staff to and from workshop venues to ensure timely arrival
-Reporting all vehicles defects and ensuring that reports are done timeously
-Delivering and collecting mail timeously
-Undertaking bank errands
-Maintenance of vehicles to ensure they are functioning well and ready for use
-Cleaning and maintaining the vehicles
-Cleaning offices and maintaining the office environment hygienic at all times
-Keeping daily record of mileage and filling in of log books after each use
-Providing refreshments for staff and visitors
-Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and Experience
-Clean and valid class four driver’s licence
-Defensive driving certificate plus medical certificate
-5 “O” levels
-Motor vehicle maintenance certificate will be an added advantage

The organisation is an equal opportunity employer. It also offers very competitive salary and conditions to the right candidates. Salary to be disclosed to short listed candidates.

Applications in writing to:

The Director
Musasa
64 Selous Avenue
Harare

Email: director [at] musasa [dot] co [dot] zw and
musasaproj [at] musasa [dot] co [dot] zw

Nutrition Specialist: United Nations Children’s Fund
Deadline: 21 May 2012

Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2012:20
NOC Level (Fixed Term)
Based in Harare, Zimbabwe

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you. For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

Purpose of the post
Under the overall guidance of the Nutrition Manager is accountable for formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of Nutrition project(s) to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness of the project management, delivery and accomplishment of project goals and objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the Nutrition project/programme promote gender equality, and for collaborating to mainstream key features across all related sectors of the country programme.

Key result areas for this post include
-Enhance effective project, sectoral planning, development and management by leading, coordinating and supporting the timely completion of the Situational Analysis and its periodic update.
-Promote the quality of rights-based Nutrition projects and programmes through participation in the formulation of programme / project goals, strategies and approaches, especially those that increase gender equality.
-Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation. Verify that Nutrition project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database.
-Participate in major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government counterparts, ensuring that quantitative and qualitative lessons learned in gender equality in nutrition are included as a standard feature.
-Ensure the preparation of annual Nutrition sector status reports.
-Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in communication, networking and participation at every opportunity inside and outside UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes and focusing on the contributions of gender equality in achieving these goals.
-Coordinates with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability.
-Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines

Qualifications and Competencies
-Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health & Nutrition, Health Sciences, International Health & Nutrition, Family Health & Nutrition, Nutritional Epidemiology, Health & Nutrition Education, Health & Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Emergency Preparedness, or other relevant discipline(s).
-Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the UN or other international development organization, national government or the private sector.
-High computer skills and knowledge of SAP operating system is an added advantage.
-Background / familiarity with emergency an added advantage.

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 letter and curriculum vitae, quoting vacancy notice number to the following address.

Human Resources Manager
(Vacancy Notice Zim/2012:20)
UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,
P O Box 1250
Belgravia,
Harare

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Human Rights: Africa University
Deadline: 30 June 2012

Africa University is an independent pan-African institution of higher learning that works to provide education of the highest quality to students and trainees from all over Africa and equip them for leadership roles they are expected to play in the new millennium.

The Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG) of the Africa University 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 seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Human Rights, based in Zimbabwe.

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

Requirements
-University doctorate degree in law, social/political science, international relations, international law/humanitarian law or a related field
-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
-Minimum of five years international experience working in human rights arena will be an advantage
-Experience in human rights practice including experience of working with multi-lateral, government or non-government human rights organisations
-Networking skills
-Conversant with human rights instruments and institutions in Africa as well as internationally
-Ability to work as team and respect for diversity.

Salary: A salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.

Terms: 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 optimise the implementation of the project.

To apply, the following submissions are required:
-Six copies of motivation letter stating how you meet the requirements of the post and addressing each of the elements of the job requirements and personal specifications
-Six 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
-Six sets of certified academic and professional certificates and degree transcripts.

Submit a CV, six copies of certified certificates/academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their email and postal addresses to the Assistant Registrar – Personnel and Administration, Africa University, Box 1320 Mutare, Zimbabwe at arpa [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw and cc: iplgdirector [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw

Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Leadership and Governance: Africa University
Deadline: 30 June 2012

Africa University is an independent pan-African institution of higher learning that works to provide education of the highest quality to students and trainees from all over Africa and equip them for leadership roles they are expected to play in the new millennium.

The Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG) of the Africa University 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 seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Leadership and Governance, based in Zimbabwe.

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

Requirements
-University doctorate degree in any of the following areas of discipline: management, leadership, administration, governance, or a related field;
-Ability to contribute to the Institute’s research profile and an outstanding record of research and publication in human rights;
-Teaching experience at university graduate level
-Minimum of five years experience working in leadership development, management or governance
-Experience working in a leadership position
-Networking skills
-Conversant with leadership development in Africa
-Ability to work in a team and respect for diversity.

Salary: A salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.

Terms: 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 optimise the implementation of the project.

To apply, the following submissions are required
-Six copies of motivation letter stating how you meet the requirements of the post and addressing each of the elements of the job requirements and personal specifications
-Six 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
-Six sets of certified academic and professional certificates and degree transcripts.

Submit a CV, six copies of certified certificates, academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their email and postal addresses to the Assistant Registrar – Personnel and Administration, Africa University, Box 1320 Mutare, Zimbabwe at arpa [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw and cc: iplgdirector [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw

Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Development / Public Policy / Governance
Deadline: 30 June 2012

Africa University is an independent pan-African institution of higher learning that works to provide education of the highest quality to students and trainees from all over Africa and equip them for leadership roles they are expected to play in the new millennium.

The Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG) of the Africa University 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 seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Development/Public Policy Governance, based in Zimbabwe.

Responsibilities
This position involves a mix of teaching and administrative responsibilities.

-Develop and update curricula in the discipline of development, public policy and governance
-Teach the theory and practice of development, public policy and governance
-Contribute to the core research programme in field of development, public policy, governance and related areas
-Mentor, supervise and train students in development, public policy and governance
-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 development, public policy and governance
-Develop and coordinate projects in the area of development, public policy, governance and related fields
-Attend IPLG meetings and University committee meetings
-Perform any other functions from time to time

Requirements
-University doctorate degree in any of the following areas of discipline: development, public policy and governance, or a related field
-Ability to contribute to the Institute’s research profile and an outstanding record of research and publication in human rights
-Teaching experience at university graduate level
-Minimum of five years experience working in development, public policy and governance
-Experience working in a leadership position
-Networking skills
-Conversant with leadership development in Africa
-Ability to work in a team and respect for diversity.

Salary: A salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.

Terms: 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 optimise the implementation of the project.

To apply, the following submissions are required
-Six copies of motivation letter stating how you meet the requirements of the post and addressing each of the elements of the job requirements and personal specifications
-Six 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
-Six sets of certified academic and professional certificates and degree transcripts.

Submit a CV, six copies of certified certificates/academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their email and postal addresses to the Assistant Registrar – Personnel and Administration, Africa University, Box 1320 Mutare, Zimbabwe at arpa [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw and cc: iplgdirector [at] africau [dot] ac [dot] zw

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Part-time translators and editors: COPAC
Deadline: 3 May 2012

Part-time Translators

Report to: National Co-ordinator

Job purpose: To provide accurate translation services to ensure that nothing is lost in the process of translating important documents from English to the following vernacular languages: Shona, Ndebele, Nambya, Tonga, Sotho, Chewa, Kalanga, Venda, Xhosa, Shangaan

Minimum qualifications, skills and experience
-A Diploma or Degree in Linguistics or the relevant language
-Previous translation experience
-Ability to work under pressure
-High levels of integrity and professional ethics
-Maturity and ability to maintain confidentiality

Part-time Editors

Report to: National Co-ordinator

Job purpose: To provide accurate translation services to ensure that legal aspects of documents are maintained during the translation process from English to the following vernacular languages: Shona, Ndebele, Nambya, Tonga, Sotho, Chewa, Kalanga, Venda, Xhosa, Shangaan

Minimum qualifications, skills and experience
-A Diploma or Degree in Linguistics, Law or the relevant language
-Knowledge of vernacular languages
-Editing experience is a pre-requisite
-A legal background will be an added advantage
-Ability to work under pressure and provide efficient editing services
-High levels of integrity and professional ethics

Interested candidates should send their applications with detailed CVs to the Acting National Co-ordinator, 31 Lawson Avenue, Milton Park, Harare or send an email to gloriagani [at] yahoo [dot] com

Project Assistant: Oxfam
Deadline: 4 May 2012

Level: E2
Contract: 6 Months

Oxfam Purpose: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

Team Purpose: To work directly with Oxfam’s beneficiaries and partners to overcome poverty and suffering and to advocate and campaign for policy, knowledge, attitude, and practice change to help achieve Oxfam’s strategic change objectives.

Job Purpose: Support project implementation in the wetlands areas through community interventions, facilitation and mobilisation.

Dimensions
-Most tasks will be defined within objectives set by manager with some routine reactive work in response to requests
-Work patterns are mainly routine
-Reactive work requires common sense to make judgements about basic adjustments to own routine but also contributes to improvement of programme’s services
-Impact mainly with own team. Planning usually short-term
-Communicates widely within the programme, with project and partner staff

Key Responsibilities
The Project Assistant will be expected to conduct the following specific tasks in view of project implementation and monitoring
-Mobilize and engage communities around sustainable wet land management
-Work closely with Environmental Management Agency in developing an Environmental Impact Assessment for the project
-Identify community training needs and conduct on site training to enhance local capacity and project sustainability
-Assist in the development of a rapid assessment of the best practices in wetlands and keep records of project documentation
-Assist in the engagement of key duty bearers to influence policy development around wetlands and preparations to exhibit in the Environmental Expo and other related national events
-Facilitate the implementation of conservation works and support with the rolling out of the Collection Information Centre model for marketing
-Support the partners and key stakeholders on related advocacy work

Skills And Competence

Essential:
-Relevant educational qualifications with two years practical experience in environmental management and agriculture support to rural communities
-Experience in environmental management and working with rural communities
-Excellent verbal and written communications skills
-Team working skills
-Flexibility in tasks undertaken
-Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
-Good oral and report writing skills
-Good appreciation of gender and HIV/AIDS issues
-Excellent working knowledge of computers
-Knowledge of Access databases an advantage
-Commitment to humanitarian principles and action
-Sympathy with the aims and objectives of Oxfam

Proficient
-Works with minimum supervision
-Reliable team member
-Fully capable of performing all aspects of job

Outstanding
-Eager and able to assume more difficult work
-Initiative and creative
-Proactive approach to problem solving

Kindly forward an application letter and CV to: bchapfunga [at] Oxfam [dot] org [dot] uk

Project Administrator: UN
Deadline: 8 May 2012

Contract: 1 year

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers. In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities.

In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.

Working in conjunction with the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperative Development, the Officer is responsible for the day-to-day management of Support for Peace Building and Increased Access to Sustainable Livelihoods in Zimbabwe Project. Also, as part of his or her functions, the Project Officer is responsible for analysing local level economic trends and he or she leads formulation, management and evaluation of project activities with local authorities. The Project Officer works in close collaboration with local government authorities, community leaders, project staff in other development agencies, including multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful project implementation.

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Programme Liaison Officer: UN
Deadline: 9 May 2012

Contract: 1 year

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Director Resource Mobilisation and Project Development in the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperative Development the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

-Facilitates women and youth’s economic empowerment and leadership through strategic project implementation
-Coordinates project activities in six (6) districts, Binga, Gokwe, Insiza, Lupane, Mberengwa and  Umzingwane
-Provides technical advice to MSMECD regarding the implementation of project activities
-Ensures effective management of the project focusing on quality control in implementation and achieving results Assists MSMECD in financial and administrative monitoring and evaluation of the project, and in the identification and development of solutions to operational and financial problems
-Ensures reports on activities, outputs and outcomes are regularly prepared
-Ensures creation and development of strategic partnerships focusing on achievement of the following: Partnerships with Zimbabwe’s development partners, Government Institutions, bilateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector and civil society
-Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building in line with the vision of MSMECD Identifies and synthesises best practices and lessons learnt as directly linked to the project activities
-Supports the development of policies that will address country problems and needs in collaboration with Government and other strategic partners
-Attends and represents MSMECD in local authority development committee meetings Initiates new ideas, business opportunities and projects for short term and long term sustainability of the project
-Efficient filling/documentation of project documents, work plans, progress reports, budgets and other implementation documents

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to
-Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark IVD)
-Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country
-Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities
-Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc
-Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers
-Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Competencies
-Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of Government and UNDP
-Focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feedback
-Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
-A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.
Required Skills and Experience

Education
University degree or equivalent in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Business administration, Social Sciences or related field is preferable. Possession of a Masters Degree would be an added advantage. Fluency in the United Nations and national language of the duty station is mandatory.

Experience
Three to five years of relevant experience at the National or International level in project management, monitoring and evaluation of development projects

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Twenty (20) Security Guards: Africa University
Deadline: 10 May 2012

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 position of security guard.

Duties and Responsibilities
-Patrolling premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensuring  security of University property
-Investigating disturbances or reporting hazards, disturbances, unusual and suspicious circumstances
-Preventing passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
-Writing reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
-Any other duties as may be assigned by the Security Officer

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
-5 O’ levels, Mathematics and English included
-Aged between 25 and 50 years
-2 years’ work experience in security, police or army
-Evidence of security training
-Excellent communication skills
-Good health
-No criminal record
-Honesty
-Computer literacy dog handling skills will be an added advantage

Application Procedure
Six sets of applications together with CV, copies of certified certificates, academic transcripts, National ID and at least three names of referees with their email and postal addresses should be forwarded to:

The Assistant Registrar
Personnel and Administration
Africa University
P.O. Box 1320
MUTARE

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Business Services Manager: OXFAM
Deadline: 20 April 2012

Post: National, Level C1
Type of contract: Fixed Term (36 months) renewable

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. The role The Business Services Manager will be of part of the Senior Country Management Team, who will participate in the development and implementation of organisational strategy. The position involves managing teams, projects, processes, advisory services and budgets. In addition to, ensuring business service delivery meets expected quality standards and value-added expectations. Tasks related to analysing and interpreting financial information and presenting it in a manner that allows for improved management of organisational performance falls within this function. The position also entails making decisions that would require significant levels of judgement based on technical and management experience. The Business Service Manager will analyse, develop solutions and communicate to a wide audience, diverse and complex problems, usually within organisational policy. The role also involve influencing and representing Oxfam in business service related forums and associations, and works with partner organisations as well. What we’re looking for A business oriented professional, you’ll have a track record of both strategic and operational leadership, plus 5 years experience and a post graduation qualification to back it up. Ability to manage multi-functional work teams with a critical focus on the delivery of agreed results within time and budget constraints and to expected standards. Substantial knowledge and experience of managing the full range of financial services of an organisation is mandatory. Good knowledge of IT systems, logistics management, including the provision of services in remote locations.

To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT5334. 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 organization.  Women and under represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Provincial Coordinator – Mashonaland Central, Mashonaland West and Matebeleland South: Zimbabwe National Network of PLHIV (ZNPP+)
Deadline: 20 April 2012 (4pm)

Purpose of Job: To facilitate and coordinate the establishment of support groups of PLHIV, facilitate and coordinate capacity development and information sharing activities by members of the support groups and facilitate and coordinate all relevant provincial activities.

Key Responsibilities
Preparation of and presentation of annual and quarterly work plans; resource mobilize human, financial and material resources for provincial HIV activities and towards the welfare of members; update electronic and manual provincial membership databases; identify programming ideas and opportunities for development; establish, nurture and grow support groups of PLHIV ensuring that they have capacity (as defined) to sustain themselves; create awareness of ZNNP+ within the province by inter alia, playing a key role in provincial capacity building, networking with partner and donor organisations; represent ZNNP+ and PLHIV at relevant meetings and workshops; liaise with all stakeholders in mobilizing for the development of advocacy issues.

Qualifications and Experience
A degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Law or equivalent from a recognized institution; a certificate or diploma in counseling; traceable ability and passion to work with people living with HIV and AIDS; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; at least 5 years experience in implementing projects involving PLHIV; excellent computer skills; clean class 4 drivers’ licence and valid defensive driving certificate.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their application letters together with CVs and copies of qualifications either by hand delivery or courier to:

The Director
ZNNP+
28 Divine Road
Milton Park
Harare

People living positively highly encouraged to apply.

Two (2) vacancies: GOAL
Deadline: 20 April 2012

1. Internal Audit and Compliance Officer

Location: Harare country office with frequent travel to field sites

General description of the role
Reporting to the Country Director and being a key member of the GOAL Risk Committee, the incumbent will be responsible for regular auditing of GOAL Zimbabwe’s programmes and operations to ensure compliance with GOAL, donor rules and regulations. In particular, the audits will assess whether GOAL’s systems of internal controls are adequate and identify areas for improvement where necessary across all departments, including programmes, finance, logistics, HR and IT. The Internal Audit and Compliance Officer will have responsibility for completing the quarterly compliance task list for HQ submission. He/she will also be responsible for the co-ordination of donor audits, either in-country or through Dublin where requested.

Qualifications and Skills
- A degree in Accountancy
- Post graduate qualification (ACCA) is an added advantage
- At least 3 years finance experience with a background in management, administration, donor compliance or related field
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel is a prerequisite
- Excellent written, spoken English and training skills
- Organised, flexible and ability to respond to changing priorities
- Ability to work independently with initiative
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to travel to field sites on a regular basis
- NGO experience an advantage

2. Assistant Health Training Officer

Location: Chinhoyi

General description of the role
In collaboration with MOHCW and under the guidance of the Project Training Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for preparing training work plans appropriate for the programme activities, measure the training outcome and impact of the Environmental Health Alliance project.

Qualifications and skills
-Bachelor degree in Nursing/Environmental Health or equivalent diploma in related fields
-A post graduate Diploma/Certificate in training will be an added advantage
-Excellent computer skills (Ms Word, Access, SPSS & PowerPoint) and experience of databases is a prerequisite
-3 or more years’ experience in training activities
-Strong logical and analytical skills
-Excellent communication skills: written and oral
-Ability to work under pressure

Only candidates meeting the criteria will be called for an interview. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV with names and addresses of contactable referees and certified copies of birth certificates. Please indicate the post applied for on the application envelope.

The HR Co-ordinator
GOAL Zimbabwe
3 Lezard Avenue
Milton Park
Harare

Rural Sustainable Energy Development (RuSED) Program Officer (Marketing): OXFAM
Deadline: 20 April 2012

Post: National, Level D2
Type of contract: Fixed Term (6 months)
Location: Gutu

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

Team Purpose: To work directly with Oxfam’s beneficiaries and partners to overcome poverty and suffering and to advocate and campaign for policy, knowledge, attitude, and practice change to help achieve Oxfam’s strategic change objectives

Job Purpose: The Markets Officer will provide support and assistance in shaping the marketing and finance model of the Rural Sustainable Energy Development Project (RuSED) in Zimbabwe. The Markets Officer will lead and support the formation, operation and strengthening of beneficiary revolving fund groups as well as renewable energy value chain analysis and facilitate linkages between the private sector, stakeholders and beneficiaries for profitable, sustainable access to sustainable energy for livelihoods support. The position will support the development of a model for energy project implementation and help shape a strategy and mechanisms for revolving fund management and reinvestment for RuSED.

Key Responsibilities
-Contributes to the development of the modalities and model of the energy project revolving fund and finance model.
-Identify and mobilize beneficiaries form revolving fund functional units and ensure that the developed energy project programme modalities are followed.
-Develops drafts of tools (forms) for managing, documenting, communicating and administering the revolving.
-Train the CIC committees on the use of the above tools.
-Develop a regulatory/management framework that is binding, participative and sustainable.
-Business training for the revolving fund managers (CIC committees).
-Participate in the development of guiding notes/manuals for the above develop information and documentation/administrative centre/office at CICs.
-Motivate beneficiaries, business people and stakeholders to participate in the energy project for success and sustainability.
-Grow and strengthen links between energy products sources and beneficiaries.
-Participate in the development of a renewable energy value chain through value chain analysis at local, district, provincial and national level.
-Facilitating the creation of linkages between the beneficiaries, local entrepreneurs, energy service companies and all relevant stakeholders to create sustainable and mutually beneficial relationships.
-Support the CIC committees to monitor implementation of the revolving fund and provide guidance on good practice.
-Facilitate women’s economic empowerment and leadership through strategic project implementation.
-Schedule, coordinate and document progress and review meetings and give feedback.
-Ensure reporting is delivered on time and at high quality.
-Work together with other country program staff to ensure the effective functioning of Oxfam programs in Zimbabwe.
-Participate and contribute to the wider Economic Justice market linkages strategy.
-Together with other country staff ensure the integration, implementation and compliance of health, safety and security policy and frameworks across the country program.
-Ensures the security and safety of others and Oxfam property.
-Other tasks as mutually agreed with the Programme Manager.

Skills And Competence
-Degree in Social Science or equivalent
-Relevant working experience in a similar position
-Ability to mobilize and organize rural communities for positive change
-Ability and experience in participatory development facilitation skills
-Ability to undertake a gendered market mapping and analysis to achieve sustained impact for the energy Project
-Good appreciation of context in which one is programming
-Appreciation of poverty and human rights
-Appreciation of livelihoods energy concepts, food and income security and climate change
-Ability to assess and shape and grow new structures in an efficient and effective way
-Experience and passion in the implementation revolving funds and/or internal savings and lending schemes
-Ability and experience in the agricultural value chain mapping and analysis and interventions
-Capacity and motivation to facilitate the engagement and interaction between communities, the state and the private sector to foster and grow sustainable ‘win-win’ relationships
-Ability to broker and negotiate with the private sector to incorporate smallholders into their value chains and linking them to sourcing programmes
-Ability to motivate and market new innovations to communities
-Proven coordination experience in multi disciplinary teams with varied stakeholders
-Proven analytical skills
-Proven writing skills in English
-Sound numeracy skills
-Relevant qualifications and/or experience

Desirable Attributes
-Team working skills
-Flexibility in tasks undertaken
-Experience in practical CBT&DM System
-Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
-Good oral facilitation and report writing skills
-Technical knowledge in gender issues, HIV/AIDS
-Extensive knowledge of participatory approaches
-Understanding of development/relief issues
-Diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills
-Commitment to humanitarian principles and action
-Works with minimum supervision
-Reliable team member
-Assumes responsibility for field work of monitors
-Fast, efficient and accurate
-Fully capable of performing all aspects of job
-Eager and able to assume more difficult work
-Initiative and creative
-Proactive approach to problem solving
-Able to work in context with high levels of change
-Results focused
-Deadline focused
-Strategic Insight
-Cross/inter cultural competence
-Integrity
-Quality focused

CVs of qualified personnel can be sent to: bchapfunga [at] Oxfam [dot] org [dot] uk

Project Officer – Social Worker: Childline Zimbabwe
Deadline: 24 April 2012 (4pm)

Based in Mutoko

Childline is a local Private Voluntary Organisation looking for a qualified and passionate professional to take up the position of Social Worker in Mutoko. We seek an individual with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision, motivation and passion for achieving best outcomes for children and tackling issues of child abuse in Zimbabwe and a clean driver’s licence.

Key Responsibilities
-Provide direct counselling & therapeutic support to children who have been abused and their families
-Complete follow-ups on reports received of child abuse, including home visits within the community
-Provide assistance to the police and Social Welfare Department on ensuring the child’s future safety and no further abuse takes place
-Work jointly with other stakeholders in the field of children’s services, making referrals and networking
-Supervise the Community volunteers who provide community PSS
-Assist in capacity development and training of Community volunteers and community-based child protection structures
-Compile monthly reports of a high standard
-Maintain accurate case records and attend regular supervision
-Raise awareness in the community of children’s rights and issues of child abuse, giving presentations and facilitating workshops
-Support the organisations fundraising activities in the local community
-Work as part of a team towards achieving the organisations objectives

Qualifications & Experience required
-A degree in social work, counselling, social sciences, community development,  and/or public health
-Registered with the Council of Social Workers as a Social Worker – Active Membership
-Previous experience of individual counselling and working with the police and justice systems
-3 years experience of working with children, abuse, child protection, children’s rights, HIV and AIDS
-Strong networking and advocacy skills
-Good analytical and writing skills as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
-Strong working knowledge of Word, Microsoft Office Package and Outlook
-Clean Driver’s licence and at least 3 years of driving experience
-Previous experience in the NGO sector is an advantage
-High standard of language skills (written and spoken) in Shona and English

Only short listed candidates will be contacted by 30 April 2011. Childline Zimbabwe reserves the right not to fill the position. All applications should include a covering letter highlighting the post location you are applying for, CV and names of at least two contactable references.

Applications to be delivered in hardcopy to:

The Director
31 Frank Johnson Avenue
Eastlea
Harare

If you are unable to deliver a hardcopy please contact the below listed email address to arrange an alternate option.

For enquiries please contact: reception [at] childline [dot] org [dot] zw

**Please put the post location you are applying for**

Project Officer – Social Worker: Childline Zimbabwe
Deadline for applications: 24 April 2012 (4pm)

Based in Kwe Kwe

Childline is a local Private Voluntary Organisation looking for a qualified and passionate professional to take up the position of Social Worker in KweKwe. We seek an individual with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision, motivation and passion for achieving best outcomes for children and tackling issues of child abuse in Zimbabwe and a clean driver’s licence.

Key Responsibilities
-Provide direct counselling & therapeutic support to children who have been abused and their families
-Complete follow-ups on reports received of child abuse, including home visits within the community
-Provide assistance to the police and Social Welfare Department on ensuring the child’s future safety and no further abuse takes place
-Work jointly with other stakeholders in the field of children’s services, making referrals and networking
-Supervise the Community volunteers who provide community PSS
-Assist in capacity development and training of Community volunteers and community-based child protection structures
-Compile monthly reports of a high standard
-Maintain accurate case records and attend regular supervision
-Raise awareness in the community of children’s rights and issues of child abuse, giving presentations and facilitating workshops
-Support the organisations fundraising activities in the local community
-Work as part of a team towards achieving the organisations objectives

Qualifications & Experience required
-A degree in social work, counselling, social sciences, community development,  and/or public health
-Registered with the Council of Social Workers as a Social Worker – Active Membership
-Previous experience of individual counselling and working with the police and justice systems
-3 years experience of working with children, abuse, child protection, children’s rights, HIV and AIDS
-Strong networking and advocacy skills
-Good analytical and writing skills as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
-Strong working knowledge of Word, Microsoft Office Package and Outlook
-Clean Driver’s licence and at least 3 years of driving experience
-Previous experience in the NGO sector is an advantage
-High standard of language skills (written and spoken) in Shona and English

Only short listed candidates will be contacted by 30 April 2011. Childline Zimbabwe reserves the right not to fill the position. All applications should include a covering letter highlighting the post location you are applying for, CV and names of at least two contactable references.

Applications to be delivered in hardcopy to:

The Director
31 Frank Johnson Avenue
Eastlea
Harare

If you are unable to deliver a hardcopy please contact the below listed email address to arrange an alternate option.

For enquiries please contact: reception [at] childline [dot] org [dot] zw

**Please put the post location you are applying for**