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

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

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

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

Programs Manager: Local NGO
Deadline: 28 June 2012

We are looking to invite interested candidates to apply to fill the post of Programs Manager, which falls vacant soon. This is a senior management position in the organisation, and the incumbent should have a post graduate qualification in Public Health, a proven track record to lead and manage teams, and be conversant in project planning, implementation and evaluation. The incumbent should also be well versed with report writing. The organisation has a very strong Christian ethos, which the incumbent should be aware of and be prepared to fully embrace. If you are interested, please send your current curriculum vitae to: wadziemnax [at] gmail [dot] com

Finance and Administration Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 29 June 2012

A local NGO would like to fill a vacancy of Finance and Administration Officer that has arisen in the organisation.

Main Responsibilities:
-Supervising the operations of the finance and administration unit
-Preparing periodic Financial Reports for management, donors and audits
-Managing the organization’s financial resources and ensuring effective budget control
-Administering and controlling expenditure in liaison with Management within the approved budgets
-Preparing and administering payroll

Minimum Requirements:
-A university degree in Accounting, CIS, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent
-At least 3 years working experiences in a relevant position
-Good communication and computer skills-Ms Excel
-Sound knowledge of financial operating packages – Pastel
-Experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing and providing financial advice

How to Apply: Please send your application letter, CV and certificates to finance2012officer [at] gmail [dot] com Only applications with traceable references from relevant organisations will be considered.

Regional Director, Southern Africa: AMREF
Deadline: 29 June 2012

AMREF is the largest health development non-governmental organization based in Africa. Working with and through African communities, health systems and government, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health. With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa and West Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners. For more information visit our website www.amref.org

AMREF is recruiting for Regional Director, Southern Africa to provide leadership and strategic direction to the Southern African Regional programme. The incumbent will be in charge of the performance and programme growth. S/he will ensure that adequate monitoring, evaluation and accountability mechanisms are in place. The position is key and part of AMREF’s senior management team, reporting to the Director General with a critical role to play in the accomplishment of AMREF’s mission and strategy.

Please visit the AMREF website www.amref.org to view job specifications and application process.

If you are looking for growth and new challenges and have a passion for improving health of disadvantaged communities in Africa, you are welcome to join us. Complete the online application form attaching your CV. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by Friday 29th June 2012 although the search will remain open until the position is filled.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Two (2) vacancies: GIZ
Deadline: 2 July 2012

Location: SADC Secretariat, Gaborone, Botswana

1. Programme Officer Natural Resources (Ref code: SADC/NR)
2. Programme Officer Climate Change and Biodiversity (Ref code: SADC/CCB)

To support the implementation of the SADC/GIZ project on “Transboundary Use and Protection of Natural Resources.” GIZ is a German federal enterprise assisting the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. The project contributes to the better implementation of regional strategies and programmes in the Member States, and thus to the improvement of the social and economic situation of the people living in and around the forests and protected areas. At regional level the project supports the SADC Secretariat, especially the Environment and Natural Resources Unit of the Directorate of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources (FANR), as well as other regional organisations; at the sub-regional level it supports various Transfontrier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) in the SADC region. The successful applicants will be contracted by GIZ and will work directly with the SADC Senior Programme Officer (SPO) Natural resources and the SADC SPO Environment and Sustainable development, respectively.

Duration of contract: 1 September 2012 – 31 August 2013 with potential extension for two years

Job descriptions: Full job description van be obtained electronically from Dr Wibke Thies: wibke.thies [at] giz [dot] de

Applications with a one page covering letter, comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with the names, addresses, email addresses and telephone of three referees should be sent by email to: Dr Wibke Thies: wibke.thies [at] giz [dot] de

Please use the reference code indicated for each position when sending your application. CVs of applicants who have not requested the Job Description will not be considered.

Receipt of applications sent by email shall be acknowledged promptly. GIZ is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from the SADC region with all religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.

It’s a big congratulations to Star FM for making it into Zimbabwean history for being the first private radio station after 32 years of independence. But I still feel nothing goes further than passing a congratulatory message at this stage because the station seems to be an extension of the existing state owned broadcaster. The radio station, which was officially launched yesterday, is owned by Zimpapers, which is state run. Initially the radio station got the license under the name Zimbabwe Talk Radio and no explanations have been given on the change of name.

Nhalnhla Ngwenya who heads Misa-Zimbabwe said, “So while it is good for Zimbabwe that we now have another player in the broadcasting industry, we doubt that its content will translate to an alternative platform form of communication. It would have been good if new player was going to bring diversity.”

I see Canaan Banana is back in the news, but it was last night’s Weakest Link on BBC Entertainment that gave me a few chuckles. Ann Robinson asks contestant: “What last name did Zimbabwe’s first President between 1980 and 1987 have, Cucumber or Banana?” “Cucumber,” contest responds! I wondered if Banana’s son was watching.

According to the laws of the country of Zimbabwe, to be found in possession of pornographic material constitutes an offence. So if what was on the front page today of the state weekly H-Metro newspaper doesn’t constitute a crime then maybe that law should be checked again. The tabloid, which publishes events happening on the social scene and nightlife, has developed a habit following people in their private lives and in public places. With the belief that sex sells, the weekly tabloid has been publishing nude pictures of people caught in uncompromising positions.

A couple of months ago in one of its nightlife adventures the tabloid published images of a popular pole dancer entertaining men at a local nightclub through her usual sexually gyrating moves. I guess this was the beginning of a marketing strategy of pushing sales through the use explicit material. Today’s copy of the tabloid was awash with obscene pictures of the same dancer but this time with the addition of bottles to spice up her show. The images, which featured the pole dancer inserting the tip of a bottle of a popular beer brand in her privates, were outrageous. I guess if the tabloid was privately owned we’d be reading of arrests before the end of the day.

Trust Zimbabweans. Such a peaceful people the media portrays us as docile in the face of repression, election rigging, economic collapse, and a Big Brother style surveillance and security regime. But put us on Big Brother the reality show? And we get disqualified for turning to physical violence to resolve our differences!