We got this and we thought it well worth sharing because it so clearly illustrates the incompetence in Zinara:

This week Zimbabwe Post Offices finally started issuing the new required vehicle license discs.  The new system was instigated as according to the Zimbabwe National Roads Administration (Zinara) their ministry lost US$15 million last year alone to counterfeit discs.  They reckon there are at least 800 000 vehicles on the country’s roads.

Sadly the Post Office computerised system encountered some major glitches, so the majority only opened for service on the 21 May, giving them 11 days, including weekends and extended hours, to issue the 800 000 or so discs.  A large Post Office can issue about 100 discs per day, using at least 3 tellers.  So, I will be generous and use that as a national average for the 50 designated venues, plus the 10 mobile service providers.  Here is the maths:

No. gazetted post offices (including 10 mobiles): 60
No. licenses issued per day on average: 100
National Total per day: 6000
No. days from opening of service to deadline: 11
Total potential discs to be issued: 66000
No. vehicles in Zimbabwe: 800000
% possible of 800 000 vehicles in 11 days: 8.25

There is pandemonium at our Post Offices, tempers are frayed as members of the public are spending up to 8 hours in the queue and still not being served, returning the next day for another massive loss of potential productive work.  The Post Office workers are barely able to type as they have only ever worked on manual systems previously, now they have to capture screeds of information per disc.  The form is long and complicated and the amount of paperwork required cumbersome.

What is amazing is the ingenuity of Zimbabweans in latching on to the potential for lucrative business.  Some Post Offices resorted to issuing place numbers to help alleviate time spent in queues.  I know one elderly person who queued for 4 hours to get his number and who ONLY had to spend 2 hours in the queue the following day.  But, a few particularly enterprising individuals quickly saw the opportunity for profit, spent the day queuing, were issued several numbers for their hard work going from the front to the back of the queue and the next morning they sold places for US$10 a number!  Alas, the Post Office officials quickly caught on and stopped the number system!

Yet another friend hired a queue sitter.  This individual obviously received priority service as he is a member of the police, and for $25 my friend was the proud owner of 3 new discs for his small fleet of vehicles.

Now you have to remember there is one variable that has not been taken into account – the fact that the new system is entirely dependent, of course, on electricity, the scarce commodity that is needed to run the state of the art equipment.  Need I say more?

The new disc plan is a good plan, and nobody can deny it, but oh dear Zinara has really aimed far too high in announcing the programme would be complete within the deadline period of 1 June and no grace period will be awarded.  Perhaps the Zinara head of information, communication and technology Mr Gift Kanotangudza and his colleague, head of corporate communications, Mr Augustine Moyo, should sign up for a few basic maths lessons, for through their insistence that there will be no extension, they have created a mathematical impossibility.

Administrator (including IT Support) – Zimbabwe Office: Trócaire
Deadline: 11 June 2012

Trócaire is a Development Agency of the Irish Catholic Church.  The Agency works in Zimbabwe under an MoU with the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference.  A vacancy for an Administrator (including IT support) has risen within its Zimbabwe Office. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with Finance and Admin Manager as well as the Country Director. The key deliveries for the position include managing the reception and admin duties for the office as well addressing any IT needs in a very timely manner.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-All reception duties to include management of  the reception area of the office, dealing with all visitors, operating the switchboard and maintaining the incoming and outgoing mail register.
-IT support, troubleshooting and management of internet accounts in liaison with outsourced support and  IT unit in Head Office.
-Managing support staff to include the driver and cleaner/gardener.
-Managing logistics for visitors from Head Office to the Zimbabwe office.
-Managing all office stationery and promotional materials including purchasing and issuing out of such materials.
-Managing the First Aid needs of the office.
-Maintaining the inventory lists for the office and expatriate accommodations.
-Supporting the Trócaire Team with logistics and administration needs as required.
-Supporting Programme teams in uploading documents on Trócaire’s web based Management Information System and auditing of same.
-Ensuring timely preparation of meeting rooms and refreshments ahead of meetings with staff, partners or external stakeholders as agreed with the chair of such meetings.
-Typing correspondence and reports and taking minutes as relevant and/or requested.
-All filing relevant to this role
-Any other related duties assigned by Country Director or Finance and Admin Manager.

The ideal candidate will have:
-A relevant administration diploma or degree and/or a relevant IT qualification.
-Minimum 1 years experience in an Administration and/or IT position – preferably in and NGO
-Experience  in line management.
-Expertise in Word and Excel
-IT troubleshooting skills
-Commitment to Trócaire values.

In return we offer a competitive salary and package commensurate with education and experience.

Full job description available on request from ntaderera [at] trocairezw [dot] org

To apply: Email your cover letter and detailed CV to ntaderera [at] trocairezw [dot] org with “Administrator (including IT Support)” in the subject line.

Deadline for submission of applications: Monday 11th June.
Interviews will be held on Monday 18th June with a start date of Monday July 2nd 2012
(start date negotiable).

Request For Training Consultants: National Association Of Societies For The Care Of The Handicapped (NASCOH) WO 4/80
Deadline: 6 June 2012

NASCOH would like to invite consultants to conduct three-day workshop trainings in the following subject areas:
a. Leadership and Governance
b. Programme Management
c. Human Resources Management
d. Financial Management
e. Publicity, Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation

Training will be delivered to selected members from various Disabled Persons Organisations in the country.  Interested consultants are requested to submit their profiles highlighting their qualifications and experience in training in the respective subject area, consultation fees, and a short ½ page letter of motivation.

Submit your profiles and letters of motivation to elizabeth.nyambiri [at] nascoh [dot] co [dot] zw or liznyambiri [at] gmail [dot] com or dannygarwe [at] gmail [dot] com

Letters delivered by hand should be clearly labelled “Training Consultants Request” addressed to: The Executive Assistant, NASCOH, 93 Greendale Avenue, Greendale, Harare.

Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Engineers (2 positions): UNICEF
Deadline: 3 June 2012

Consultancy Notice No. Zim/2012:07
Duration period: 6 months

Background

UNICEF is supporting the local authorities in Zimbabwe in rehabilitation of water and sanitation systems in urban areas with the objective of reducing the risk of cholera and or other diarrheal diseases cases through enhancing the equitable access of safe water and improved sanitation services to the most vulnerable population groups.  In this context, UNICEF is seeking a motivated and qualified Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Engineer to support the implementation of urban water and sanitation rehabilitation programme.

Objectives

The consultancy is designed to provide technical support to UNICEF’s urban water and sanitation rehabilitation programme through assessment, supervision and monitoring of all programme elements and supporting implementing partners to ensure effective and timely interventions in the target urban centers.

Specific responsibilities will include
1. Undertake technical and financial evaluation of proposals and bids from implementing partners/consultants/contractors and make recommendations
2. Review designs, technical reports, cost estimates, bills of quantity, drawings, specifications, bidding documents and certification documents prepared by the partners/consultants and advise accordingly
3. Provide guidance on technical/contractual aspects of the programme
4. Undertake rapid assessments of water and sanitation infrastructure in urban areas, prepare bill of quantities and provide guidance on implementation as required
5. Undertake monitoring of works, advise implementing partners and ensure works done are implemented as per acceptable standards and specifications
6. Provide support to the local authorities for development and implementation of strategies for enhanced cost recovery
7. Advise on management of supply component of the urban rehabilitation programme and ensure implementing partners are procuring the correct materials and equipment for the particular projects

Qualifications Requirements

-    A degree in Civil Engineering or other related field
-    At least ten years of practical experience of design and supervision of urban water supply and sewage works
-    Experience in contract management would be an added advantage
-    Strong interpersonal skills, organisational networking, the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with a range of government and civil society partners
-    Demonstrated communication skills in English (both written and verbal)

Duration

The position will be initially for a period of 6 months.

Expressions of Interest

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 addressing each of the qualifications and skills above and curriculum vitae, quoting Consultancy Notice number to the following address.

Human Resources Manager
(Consultancy Notice No. 07: Zim-2012)
UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,
P O Box 1250
Belgravia,
Harare

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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2 (Two) vacancies: Mercy Corps
Deadline: 24 May 2012

1. WASH/Information Officer (Harare based)

With funding from OFDA, Joint Initiative (JI) will be implementing an urban WASH program that mainly focuses on environmental health, hygiene promotion/behaviors, sanitation and water supply. The broad aim of the program is to build community resilience to WASH disease shocks through capacity building, public-private partnership approaches and promoting cost effective water and sanitation technological innovations. The program will work closely with the Local Authorities and the Environmental and Health Alliance (EHA) members.

This position is a key team player who will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the WASH activities as well as supporting the information management and research component of the JI program. Implementation responsibilities will include assisting the Mutare-based team in community mobilization, selection and training of health promoters and community and school health club facilitators and monitoring the applied aspect of health club learning. In addition, the position will assist with implementation of targeted WASH hardware interventions (rooftop rainwater harvesting, solid waste disposal), income generating activities and social marketing for access to household water treatment products. The incumbent will work closely with the JI partners and target communities to improve community knowledge, behavior and promote best practices in water, sanitation, health and hygiene. Information management and research responsibilities will be focused on WASH as well, including identifying and compiling best practices in the sector, as well as monitoring partners’ performance, training partners on WASH related issues and ensuring that program is implemented according to sub grant agreements. The WASH information officer, in liaison with the program manager and the M&E officer, will lead the consortium in baseline, mid-term and end of project surveys as well as program report writing.

2. WASH Officer (Mutare Based)

This position is a key team player who will be responsible for community mobilization, selection of health promoters and community and school health club facilitators and monitoring the applied aspect of health club learning. The program requires active engagement with retailers in the roll out of social marketing programs for household water treatment products. The WASH officer will also be responsible for implementing targeted hardware interventions around solid waste management and rooftop rainwater harvesting. The incumbent will work closely with the local authorities and target communities to improve community knowledge, behavior and promote best practices in water, sanitation, health and hygiene. In addition to supporting rehabilitative works, access to household water treatment and health and hygiene promotion, this position will assist with the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) for the project.

Qualifications required
-Minimum 3 years’ field experience in water and sanitation program, experience in urban contexts preferred
-Minimum 5 years field experience in project management, research and information management
-Degree in development work or water and sanitation related studies
-Market development and/or private sector experience preferred
-Strong knowledge of community approaches (PRA, PHAST, and PHHE)
-Good writing and research skills
-Strong computer skills especially MS Word and Excel

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 or drop off your application to Mercy Corps, 73 Harare Drive, Mt Pleasant, Harare. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Senior Manager/Engineer: GIZ
Deadline: 28 May 2012 (12 noon)

The Government of Australia and the Federal Republic of Germany are jointly funding the Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Support Programme under implementation through GIZ. In this context GIZ seeks to recruit a Senior Manager/Engineer for a fixed term contract of approximately 2 years starting in August 2012. Duty station: Bulawayo. Regular trips to Harare and other duty stations for meetings with other members of the GIZ-team will be required.

Reporting to the Programme Manager and in cooperation with the City of Bulawayo, the Manager/Engineer will be tasked with the design, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of GIZ-intervention measures in Bulawayo.

Job description/responsibilities
-Coordinate and align GIZ-interventions with the interventions of the City of Bulawayo and the interventions of other partners of the City of Bulawayo.
-Prepare and coordinate a work programme in close cooperation with the Programme Manager and the Heads of the Technical Team and the Finance Team, and monitor performance of interventions in technical as well as financial and institutional areas against the work programme.
-In close cooperation with the Head of the Technical Team (GIZ) regularly review the repair, rehabilitation and replacement needs, and define the timing and scope of interventions.
-In close cooperation with the Head of the Finance Team (GIZ) regularly review the need, timing and scope of interventions in the areas of accounting, billing, collection, customer care etc.
-Identify needed equipment and supplies and coordinate procurements with the City of Bulawayo and GIZ.
-Prepare Terms of Reference for contractors, consultants, NGOs and supervise their work.
-Support Capacity Development in the City of Bulawayo in technical and financial areas and support interventions in operation and maintenance, process design and management.
-Supervise, manage and direct other GIZ-staff at the duty station.
-Maintain regular contact and dialogue between the GIZ-team and other stakeholders.
-Report regularly on interventions and progress to both the City of Bulawayo and the Programme Manager.

The ideal applicant holds a university degree in engineering with a post graduate qualification in water supply, sanitation and management. Holding both, an engineering degree and a MBA will be of advantage. He or she has at least 10 years of professional working experience in engineering and management, and in municipal water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management in particular. He or she has held management positions, has at least three years working experience in the private sector and at least five years working experience in Zimbabwe. And of course, he or she has experience with Capacity Development in water sector organisations, good leadership skills, an excellent command of the English language as well as proficiency in MS Office. Applicants are requested to submit electronic copies of their CV and application letter in PDF-format to: GIZ-zimbabwe [at] giz [dot] de

The subject of your email application must read: Senior Manager/Engineer Water. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Logistics Officer: UNICEF
Deadline: 3 June 2012

Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2012:23
NOB Level
(Fixed Term Post)

Purpose of the Job
The successful candidate will be under the supervision of the Logistics Specialist, and will be responsible for the management of the UNICEF Distribution Center (DC) and distribution of supplies for the UNICEF assisted Programs in Zimbabwe. He or She will supervise the daily management of the DC and other incoming supplies for in country distributions in line with the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) rules and regulations.  The incumbent will provide technical and operational support to the Programmes Sections, Government counterparts and take initiative in management improvements for logistics functions that are mainly related to warehousing and distribution.

The incumbent will supervise the DC in organizing receipts and timely dispatch of supplies to end users as per distribution plans, supervise Warehouse Assistants and prepare weekly reports on fleet and supplies movements. The incumbent will work closely with the government counterparts to ensure that UNICEF assisted supplies are being dispatched in a timely manner.

He or she will also monitor the contingency stocks carefully and advise program sections on a monthly basis on the stock status for either replacement or reordering, and manage the periodic inventory counting; ensuring stock is managed and accounted for as per IPSAS (FIFO) standards. There will other quality assurance activities as well.

The role also liaises with storage and transport providers and provides quality oversight over conditions of contractual agreement.

Qualifications and Competencies
-Degree in commercial field with specialization in SCM- Logistics & transport or related field.
-At least five years of relevant professional work experience in supply/logistics operations.
-Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
-Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment

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 quoting vacancy notice number to the following address:

Human Resources Manager
(Vacancy Notice No. 23: Zim-2012)
UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,
P O Box 1250
Belgravia, Harare

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Senior Programme Officer Governance (full time): Hivos
Deadline: 8 June 2012

The job
The Hivos Project on strengthening accountable governance aims to strengthen citizen agency to improve governance and to defend basic human rights. As a senior member of the project team, and reporting to the Principal Adviser, the programme officer contributes constructively and positively to Hivos policies in this field; initiates and coordinates innovative and creative programmes and initiatives that contribute to Hivos objectives, forges strong relationships and builds supportive networks with relevant stakeholders, notably in civil society.

The person
You are a qualified individual with strong analytic skill and an ability to translate analysis into meaningful interventions. You are passionate about human rights and good governance without being dogmatic. You have a creative outlook on how human rights can be protected and good governance stimulated in a non-confrontational manner. You are entrepreneurial and not afraid to try something new. You have strong communication skills, both orally as in writing. You are a good networker with a proven ability to mobilize your network in support of the project’s objectives.

Qualifications
-An academic background, with a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
-Verifiable experience in governance, rights and citizenship.
-Experience in downstream accountability is an asset.
-A minimum of ten years of relevant work experience.
-Strong networking skills, ability to mobilize networks in support of the programme objectives.
-Proven experience in project management and implementation.
-Track record in programme development in the field of good governance and human rights.
-Affinity with developmental, political and socio-economic issues.
-Preparedness and ability to travel.

Hivos offers a challenging position in an international environment.

The post is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Hivos welcomes applications from citizens from South Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia but only with a valid work permit for Zimbabwe and can only offer employment on local terms and conditions.

If you meet the above-mentioned qualifications (please look carefully), send a letter explaining your motivation and your CV to: chuma [at] hivos [dot] co [dot] zw

Or deliver to:
Hivos
20 Phillips Avenue
Belgravia
Harare

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Programme Assistant (full time): Hivos
Deadline: 8 June 2012

The job
The Hivos Project on strengthening accountable governance aims to strengthen citizen agency to improve governance and to defend basic human rights. As a member of the project team, and reporting to the Principal Adviser, the Programme Assistant provides administrative, financial, logistical and secretarial support to enable the efficient and effective implementation of the project. This includes collecting information, maintaining records, preparing documentation and correspondence and performing a variety of information gathering, monitoring, technical and administrative services of moderate scope and difficulty, pertaining to, and in support of, the project’s activities.

The person
You are a disciplined and organized individual with at least five years of relevant experience in programme work, including financial reporting. You have had previous experience with an international NGO and have strong communication skills, both orally and in writing. You have strong drafting and analytical skills and the ability to work in a concise and organized manner. You have excellent knowledge of MS Office, database and Internet use.

Qualifications
-An academic background, preferably with degree or diploma in a relevant field.
-Verifiable experience in working on governance, rights and citizenship programmers.
-Experience in downstream accountability is an asset.
-A minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
-Proven experience in project administration, management and implementation.
-Track record in programme development in the field of good governance and human rights.
-Affinity with developmental, political and socio-economic issues.
-Preparedness and ability to travel.

Hivos offers a challenging position in an international environment.

The post is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Hivos welcomes applications from citizens from South Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia but only with a valid work permit for Zimbabwe and can only offer employment on local terms and conditions.

If you meet the above-mentioned qualifications (please look carefully), send a letter explaining your motivation and your CV to: chuma [at] hivos [dot] co [dot] zw

Or deliver to:
Hivos
20 Phillips Avenue
Belgravia
Harare

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (full time): Hivos
Deadline: 8 June 2012

The job
The Hivos Project on strengthening accountable governance aims to strengthen citizen agency to improve governance and to defend basic human rights. As a member of the project team, and reporting to the Principal Adviser, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is responsible for guiding the overall M&E strategy and implementation of related activities within the project and via partners, as well as providing timely and relevant information to programme stakeholders. The M&E Officer will set up the M&E system and ensure it is implemented effectively by the key stakeholders and implementing partners.

The person
You are a qualified individual with strong analytic skills and an ability to translate analysis into meaningful interventions. You are passionate about human rights and good governance without being dogmatic. You have a creative outlook on how human rights can be protected and good governance stimulated in a non-confrontational manner. You are entrepreneurial and not afraid to try something new. You have strong communication skills, both orally as in writing. You are a good networker with a proven ability to mobilize your network in support of the project’s objectives.

Qualifications
-A degree in a field related to development and/or management and experience in field research.
-At least 5 to10 years’ experience in the field.
-Proven experience with the logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches.
-Proven experience in M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory).
-Proven experience in planning and implementation of M&E systems. ‘
-Proven experience in training in M&E development and implementation.
-Proven experience in facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders.
-Proven experience in information analysis and report writing.
-A solid understanding of development, with a focus on participatory processes, joint management, and gender issues.
-Advanced computer skills.

Hivos offers a challenging position in an international environment.

The post is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Hivos welcomes applications from citizens from South Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia but only with a valid work permit for Zimbabwe and can only offer employment on local terms and conditions.

The post is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Hivos welcomes applications from citizens from South Africa, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia but only with a valid work permit for Zimbabwe and can only offer employment on local terms and conditions.

If you meet the above-mentioned qualifications (please look carefully), send a letter explaining your motivation and your CV to: chuma [at] hivos [dot] co [dot] zw

Or deliver to:
Hivos
20 Phillips Avenue
Belgravia
Harare

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

It is sad to be reminded that negotiations for the Zimbabwe Independence Constitution held in 1979 at the Lancaster House in London were made without the inclusion of women. According to one woman activist the only female present had gone solely for the upkeep of the men, like to make sure they were fed on time. Various movements and efforts by government and civil society have brought about a change in the order of this. One body that has greatly worked for the inclusion of women participation in constitution making matters is the Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe. They have worked to ensure women’s rights are met and have took a step further to advocate for women’s inclusion in governance.

The WCoZ according to their website is described as, “A network of women rights activists and women’s organizations with national structures. The WCoZ is a forum where women meet to engage in collective activism on issues affecting women and girls in Zimbabwe. Its central role is to provide a focal point for activism on women and girl’s rights”. Among the commendable work they have done is to fight for the increase in participation of women in the constitution making processes in Zimbabwe.

The Inclusive Government, which agreed to pen a new constitution before electing a new president, saw the formation of COPAC, which is co-chaired by three representatives from the three parties that are signatories to the Government of National Unity. Speaking at a FFT session at the US Embassy Public Affairs Section Netsai Mushonga, a representative of WCoZ, gave an analysis of the organisation’s work in pushing for the inclusion of women in both the constitution making process and in the constitution itself. One of COPAC’s steps in the constitution making process was that of getting information of what Zimbabweans need included in the constitution. They created outreach teams but men outnumbered women in these teams. This led to a petition being made by the women’s movement for the engagement of more women in the outreach teams and the figures rose from 10% to 25%. They went on further to advocate for women engagement in the Thematic Committees and managed to get 37% representation of women.

Moving to the constitution itself, the WCoZ clearly spells out its demands for women in the constitution and they list five minimum demands on their site which include: the quota system for women’s political participation; socio-economic rights; non-discrimination (all forms of disability); customary law subject to the Bill of Rights; and access to and control of resources. Netsai Mushonga indicated that the current draft constitution by COPAC had met at least 80% of their needs. She said the forum had vowed to continue advocating for the remaining 20% to ensure full achievement of women’s rights in the constitution. Their decision to vote for or against the constitution will only be made when they have the constitution in their hands. She likened the constitution-making process to a train that moves from New Delhi to Bombay in India, which is overloaded with people entering through the windows, but still makes it to its final destination. Likewise, the constitution making process might not be the best ride in town but one day it will reach its final destination.