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Gender and Livelihoods Officer: Ruzivo Trust
Deadline: 20 January 2012
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above-mentioned position based in Harare.
Key duties and responsibilities:
-Assist in the design and implementation of the livelihoods programme
-Assist Ruzivo staff and Board to prioritize and implement the recommendations from the Gender Audit on institutional capacity issues related to Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
-Provide training and ongoing learning around issues of gender and diversity for Ruzivo Staff, Board and stakeholders
-Ensuring that Ruzivo’s institutional policies and practices are gender sensitive and can be implemented at all levels of the organization’s activities
-Promote organizational learning at the individual, work unit and office levels on how to effectively implement gender mainstreaming initiatives
-Facilitate gender sensitization in all programmes that are implemented by Ruzivo
-Liaise with stakeholders including government, civil society, associations and funding partners on an ongoing basis
-Facilitate the design and implementation of the monitoring and evaluation or the livelihoods programme
-Produce relevant reports on a continuous basis
Specific competencies sought
The Gender and Livelihoods officer should have the following competences:
-MSc/MA degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Sociology or a related field
-Expertise in gender analysis, gender auditing, gender training
-Knowledge and understanding of the mainstreaming approach within the gender and livelihoods contexts
-Extensive and proven capacity to design, coordinate and implement participatory trainings in women’s rights, gender equality and gender diversity
-Competence in the development of gender sensitive Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) tools and their implementation
-At least 5 years of experience working on gender equality and livelihoods in a wide range of sectors and regions
-Proven capacity to analyze and synthesize complex information into an accessible format
-Knowledge of current and cutting-edge gender and livelihoods mainstreaming strategies and methodologies
-Exceptional cross-cultural, facilitation, presentation and training skills; and excellent writing and presentation skills in English
-Clean class 4 Driver’s license a must.
Duration of contract: Six months renewable contract
Remuneration: the remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate and commensurate with qualifications and experience
To apply: Submit your cover letter and detailed CV in person to Ruzivo Trust, 42 Mt Pleasant Drive, Mt Pleasant or via email to prosper [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dot] zw cc Sheila [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dot] zw with “Gender and Livelihoods Officer” in the subject line.
Skills and Capacity Development Programme Officer: Ruzivo Trust
Deadline: 20 January 2012
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above-mentioned position based in Harare.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
-Spearhead the design, implementation and monitoring of the Skills and Capacity Development Programme
-Develop fund raising proposals
-Design and review training manuals on a regular basis
-Facilitate relevant training programmes on an on-going basis
-Develop, expand and maintain database of resource persons
-Coordinate outreach programmes in respective districts
-Liaise with stakeholders including government, civil society, associations and funding partners on an ongoing basis
-Produce and timeously submit programme reports as specified
Qualifications and Experience
-A Masters degree in Development Studies, Agricultural Economics and Extension, Geography, Sociology or related field
-Appreciation of agriculture and livelihoods related issues is an advantage
-At least 3-5 years programming experience particularly in rural development and agriculture
-Proven capacity to analyze and synthesize complex information into an accessible format
-Exceptional cross-cultural, facilitation, presentation and training skills
-Ability to conceptualize and develop proposals and reports
-Team player with excellent communication skills. High proficiency in English and Shona/Ndebele a must
-Flexible, multi-tasker able to meet deadlines with minimum supervision
-Clean class 4 driver’s license a must
Duration of contract: Six months renewable contract
Remuneration: the remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply: Submit your cover letter and detailed CV in person to Ruzivo Trust, 42 Mt Pleasant Drive, Mt Pleasant or via email to prosper [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dpt] zw cc Sheila [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dot] zw / panashey [at] gmail [dot] com with “Programme Officer-SCDP” in the subject line.
Programme Assistant: Ruzivo Trust
Deadline: 20 January 2012
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above-mentioned position based in Harare.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
-The Programme Assistant will ensure the coherent functioning of activities across the four programmes of Ruzivo Trust, interaction with relevant stakeholders and managing communication activities
-Provide support to programme coordinators in planning, implementation and monitoring of programme activities
-Identify new programming opportunities and developing appropriate concept notes and proposals
-Contribute to data collection and reporting from Field activities
-Produce and timeously submit programme reports as specified
Qualifications and Experience
-A degree in Development Studies, Sociology or related field. A Masters degree would be an added advantage
-At least 2 years of experience working on programme design, implementation and monitoring
-Proven capacity to analyze and synthesize complex information into an accessible format
-Exceptional cross-cultural, facilitation, presentation and training skills; and excellent writing and presentation skills in English
-Clean class 4 driver’s license a must
Duration of contract: Six months renewable contract
Remuneration: the remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply: Submit your cover letter and detailed CV in person to Ruzivo Trust, 42 Mt Pleasant Drive, Mt Pleasant or via email to prosper [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dot] zw cc Sheila [at] ruzivo [dot] co [dot] zw with “Programme Assistant” in the subject line.
NB: Women are encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Policy Advisor (Debt, Private Finance And Arbitration): African Forum And Network On Debt And Development (AFRODAD)
Deadline: 23 January 2012
The African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD), a regional organization working on debt, aid, economic governance and development issues in Africa, seeks to recruit POLICY ADVISOR responsible for Debt. This is a senior position and the incumbent reports to the Executive Director.
Purpose
To provide leadership and management at the strategic level to the Debt Portfolio (both Domestic and External, Publicly Supported Private Finance (PSPF), and Fair and Transparent Arbitration (FTA)) by assuming overall responsibility for AFRODAD’s Research and Advocacy on Debt, policy influencing and campaign work and ensuring linkages with partners’ programme and policy work.
Description Of Tasks And Operations
The Policy Advisor is responsible for:
1.Leadership of the Debt Portfolio in Planning, Design and Implementation of Programmes
2.Representation and Profile Raising of AFRODAD’S work on Domestic and External Debt
3.Shared Learning, Capacity Building and Programme Quality Assurance
4.Debt Policy Research, Advocacy and Campaigning
5.Management of the Debt Portfolio
6.Corporate Management – as member of management team and resource Mobilisation and Allocation committees
Specifically, the Policy Advisor
-Designs, directs, and manages portfolio-wide processes of program development such as strategic planning, programme design, annual work plans, monitoring and evaluation framework as defined in the strategic plan
-Oversees the implementation of thematic programs through the staff assigned, and ensures compliance to the established timelines and outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement and resolves any discrepancies in their thematic area and keeps the Executive Director informed of any new developments.
-Develops annual budgets for the portfolio; ensures effective and efficient implementation of plans; monitors relevant budgets; and ensures timely and quality reporting on programme implementation.
-Drafts proposals for fundraising of their portfolio in coordination with the Finance Manager and Executive Director.
-Ensures the preparation and maintenance of reports of their portfolio as are necessary.
-Recommends changes in programs, especially those that do not result into maximum impacts for the organization.
-The policy advisor is the lead person in representing AFRODAD at external meetings, consultations, workshops, and other events falling under his/her respective theme. Serves as the primary contact for the organization on Debt with the outside world including government and intergovernmental agencies.
-Is responsible for the regional and international articulation and activities of the portfolio including building synergies across the thematic projects.
-Manages the Debt portfolio including other staff in the Debt portfolio.
Required Qualifications And Skills
1.A relevant postgraduate degree in Social Sciences such as Economics, Development Studies, International Affairs, and/or Law, preferably with a PhD.
2.Proven Research and Policy Analysis training and experience
3.At least five years experience working on debt and development issues
4.Demonstrable project management and organizational skills appropriate for a highly multi-tasked environment and supervising other technical staff.
5.Significant relevant experience in project management or research administration, and responsibility for managing budgets
6.Minimum of five years’ experience in managing and supervising staff
7.Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
8.Excellent written English skills and experience with drafting documents, such as Policy Briefs, project plans, reports and grant agreements
9.High degree of familiarity with office productivity software (email, word processing, spreadsheets, Web etc).
10.Additional African language skills (French and Portuguese) is an added advantage
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should forward their applications accompanied by CVs to afrodad [at] afrodad [dot] co [dot] zw and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line.
4 (four) Policy Officer Vacancies: African Forum And Network On Debt And Development (AFRODAD)
Deadline: 23 January 2012
1.Policy Officers (PO)
2.Policy Officer (Domestic Debt)
3.Policy Officer (Development Aid)
4.Policy Officer (Economic Governance)
The incumbents will provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of either (a) Domestic Debt portfolio, or (b) Development Aid portfolio, or (c) Economic Governance portfolio, and responsible for policy research and advocacy; and ensure linkages and synergy with other portfolios, partners, and international policy agenda in line with the 2012-2015 AFRODAD Strategic Plan.
Description Of Tasks And Operations
The incumbent shall be responsible for:
1.Programme Design, Planning and Development
2.Programme Implementation
3.Policy Research, Campaigning and Advocacy
4.Technical Support
5.Financial Management and Resource Mobilisation
6.General management, Unit management and Corporate Responsibilities
Please visit http://www.afrodad.org/ for a detailed job description
Required Qualifications And Skills
-A relevant postgraduate degree in Social Sciences such as Economics, development studies, international affairs, and/or law
-Research methods and policy analysis training is desirable
-At least three years experience working on debt and development issues
-Demonstrable project management and organizational skills appropriate for a highly multi-tasked environment
-Significant relevant experience in project management or research administration, and responsibility for managing budgets
-Minimum of three year’s experience in managing and supervising staff
-Professional demeanour and skill in building and actively managing relationships with academics, funders and senior decision-makers in the public and private sector
-Experience coordinating the activities of dispersed and non-hierarchical teams
-Flexibility and ability to work in fast-paced environment, with frequent change
-Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
-Excellent written English skills and experience with drafting documents, such as memos, letters, project plans, reports and grant agreements
-High degree of familiarity with office productivity software (email, word processing, spreadsheets, Web etc)
-Additional African language skills (French and Portuguese) is an added advantage
-Training in macro economics is an added advantage.
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should forward their applications accompanied by CVs to afrodad [at] afrodad [dot] co [dot] zw and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line.
4 (four) Policy Research Assistant Vacancies: African Forum And Network On Debt And Development (AFRODAD)
Deadline: 23 January 2012
1.Policy Research Assistant – Domestic Debt, Loan Contraction and Debt Profiling.
2.Policy Research Assistant – External Debt, Private Finance and Arbitration
3.Policy Research Assistant – Economic Governance – Extractives, Tax Justice, and Alternative Macroeconomic Models)
4. Policy Research Assistant – Economic Governance – (Aid / Development Effectiveness, Emerging Lenders)
The PRA will carry out research and contribute to policy intelligence and coordination in AFRODAD.
Description Of Tasks And Operations
The incumbent shall be responsible for:
1.Conducting desk and field research
2.Producing policy reports and briefs
3.Facilitating Advocacy processes, including organising events, conferences, meetings and seminars
4.Carrying out General and Corporate Responsibilities including responding to enquiries from other stakeholders concerning their portfolio
5.In coordination with the Policy Officers providing technical support to partners in Zimbabwe and the region.
Please visit http://www.afrodad.org/ for a detailed job description
Required Qualifications and Skills
-At least a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with strong research abilities.
-At least two years experience working on debt, aid and/or economic governance issues.
-Superior computer and data analysis skills.
-High analytical and reasoning skills.
-Ability to conduct with competence research in both qualitative and quantitative methods.
-Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
-Excellent written English skills and experience with drafting documents, such as memos, letters, project plans and reports.
-Flexibility and ability to work in fast-paced environment, with frequent change.
-Additional language skills (preferably French or Portuguese) is an added advantage.
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should forward their applications accompanied by CVs to afrodad [at] afrodad [dot] co [dot] zw and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line.
Information And Communications Officer (ICO) African Forum And Network On Debt And Development (AFRODAD)
Deadline: 23 January 2012
The incumbent will provide communications, public relations and media service in order to raise AFRODAD profile as well as meet communications needs in achieving the mission goals of AFRODAD.
Description Of Tasks And Operations
The incumbent shall be responsible for:
1.Raising AFRODAD’S profile and agenda
2.Providing communication service in support of the delivery of programme objectives
3.Publications and information dissemination
4.Facilitating strategic information support
5.Any Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
Please visit http://www.afrodad.org/ for a detailed job description
Required Qualifications and Skills
-At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies, Journalism, Arts, Communication, or other relevant field.
-Computer Literate.
-At least 3 years relevant post qualification experience working with the media and/or Information technology communication or corporate communication preferably in NGO or civil society.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Track record of writing and communicating analytical issues.
-In depth knowledge of media houses in Zimbabwe and the region.
-Must be innovative, a self starter, and with high analytical skills.
-Editing and desktop publishing and design skills.
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should forward their applications accompanied by CVs to afrodad [at] afrodad [dot] co [dot] zw and write title of the position they are applying for in the subject line. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Project Officer – Social Worker: Childline Zimbabwe
Deadline: 24 January 2012 (4pm)
Based in Harare
Childline is a local Private Voluntary Organisation looking for a qualified and passionate professional to take up the position of Social Worker in the Harare. 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 January 2012. Childline Zimbabwe reserves the right not to fill the position. All applications should include a covering letter, CV and names of at least two contactable references.
Applications to be delivered in hard copy to:
The Director
31 Frank Johnson Avenue Eastlea Harare If you are unable to deliver a hard copy please contact the below listed email address to arrange an alternate option.
For enquiries please contact: reception [at] childline [dot] org [dot] zw
Office Administrator: Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Duration of contract: 1 year contract (possibility to renew). Start date asap.
Remuneration: Shall be communicated with the short listed candidates.
Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe is voluntary based non-profit organisation and has the aim to improve the quality of life and promote social inclusion of youth and children living with disabilities and their families in Zimbabwe. S4S implements the holistic and family orientated Social Inclusion Programme. Some of the activities within this programme are: adapted and inclusive physical activities, Parent Support Groups, economic strengthening activities, physiotherapy, direct child assistance.
Key task and responsibilities
The Office Administrator (OA) shall in general be responsible for the financial management of the organisation’s activities and related tasks. Therefore the OA shall:
-Contribute to the development of the financial policy and internal financial control mechanism
-Establish procedures, guidelines and work instructions concerning administration within S4S
-Carrying out general accounting tasks
-Checking and consolidating data, preparing monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and administrative reports and monitor progress and exhaustion on monthly basis
-Manage logistics and purchasing for the Mutare office and payment to suppliers and monitoring actual delivery
-Be responsible for the S4S payroll
-Controlling budgets as per donor specifications
-Be responsible for the office and vehicle insurances
-Develop and manage the asset register
-Undertake any other activity that could be considered a task of the Office Administrator.
Qualifications and experience
Education – Certificate or Diploma in administration desirable but a Bachelor or Master Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Financial Management or related fields is an added advantage. Professional accounting qualifications (QuickBooks, Pastel for example).
Work experience and knowledge
-Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience in a similar position
-Fluency in written and spoken English
-Computer literate, excellent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and financial applications
-Having a valid and clean driver’s licence class 4 is an added advantage
Personality
-Proactive
-Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
-A professional orientation to work
-Impeccable integrity
-Committed
-Dedicated
Applications: Cover letter and CV only via e-mail to office [at] sport4socialisation [dot] com with “OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR” in the subject line.
Project Coordinator: Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Duration of contract: 1 year contract (possibility to renew). Start date asap.
Remuneration: Shall be communicated with the short listed candidates.
Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe is voluntary based non-profit organisation and has the aim to improve the quality of life and promote social inclusion of youth and children living with disabilities and their families in Zimbabwe. S4S implements the holistic and family orientated Social Inclusion Programme. Some of the activities within this programme are: adapted and inclusive physical activities, Parent Support Groups, economic strengthening activities, physiotherapy, direct child assistance.
Key tasks and responsibilities
The Project Coordinator (PC), who will be working directly under the director, shall generally be responsible for the implementation of the programme and managing the programme team and resources to deliver agreed results within the set timeframes and budgets. Therefore the PC shall:
-Be responsible for managing the implementation of the programmes and ensure that stated goals and objectives are met through supervision, field visits, monitoring and evaluation and staff management and evaluation
-Prepare periodic work plans and budgets in cooperation with programme staff
-Prepare periodic narrative and financial reports
-Be responsible for the overall management of the programme budget
-Provide leadership to programme staff and volunteers, be responsible for recruitment and performance evaluation of programme staff
-Be responsible for stakeholder engagement and management
-Build relationships and develop networks within the sector
-Oversee and set up an extensive Monitoring and Evaluation system, including impact assessments
-Develop training programmes for programme staff and volunteers
-Implement Social Media campaigning
-Conducting project and proposal writing
Qualifications and experience
Education – Bachelor or Master Degree in Business Administration or Management; Social Science; Development Studies or any other related field.
Work experience and knowledge
-Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
-Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position.
-Proven experience in representing an organisation with partners, government agencies, private sector organisations and donors.
-Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation.
-Proven experience in (international) fundraising.
-High-level financial management skills to steer the operational budget.
-Excellent written and verbal English communication skills to motivate, influence and negotiate.
-A valid and clean driver’s licence class 4.
-Fluency in English.
-Computer literate; excellent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
-Proven experience in use of Social Media.
-Knowledge about disabilities or willing to learn and work with children living with disabilities.
-Capacity to work independently.
Personality
-Proactive
-Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
-A professional orientation to work
-Impeccable integrity
-Committed
-Dedicated
Applications: Cover letter and CV only via e-mail to office [at] sport4socialisation [dot] com with “PROJECT COORDINATOR” in the subject line.
Parent Support Group Officer: Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Duration of contract: 1 year contract (possibility to renew). Start date asap.
Remuneration: Shall be communicated with the short listed candidates.
Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe is voluntary based non-profit organisation and has the aim to improve the quality of life and promote social inclusion of youth and children living with disabilities and their families in Zimbabwe. S4S implements the holistic and family orientated Social Inclusion Programme. Some of the activities within this programme are: adapted and inclusive physical activities, Parent Support Groups, economic strengthening activities, physiotherapy, direct child assistance.
Key tasks and responsibilities
In general be responsible for the management, development and implementation of activities for the Parent Support Groups (PSGs) as part the programmes of S4S. Therefore the PSGO shall:
-Develop and annual curriculum with the PSG committees
-Guide, observe the development and execution of the quarterly activity plans with the PSGs
-Guide the Parent Support Groups which are managed by their own committees, by observing the execution of the constitution, assist to annually revise their constitutions and problem solving
-Collect data according to what is required on beneficiaries of the programmes
-Be responsible for the guidance, monitoring and evaluation of the Income Generating Projects initiated by the Parent Support Groups and S4S and assist in starting up new projects
-Maintain and improve relations with partners and stakeholders
-Prepare periodic evaluation reports
-Prepare periodic work plans, incl. budget.
Key requirements
Education – Bachelor or Master Degree in Social Science; Public Health, Social Work, Development Studies or any other related field.
Work experience and knowledge
-Proven experience in a similar position
-Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation
-Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
-Fluency in English
-Computer literate, excellent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
-Knowledge about disabilities or willing to learn and work with children living with disabilities
-A valid and clean driver’s licence class 4 is an added advantage
Personality
-Proactive
-Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
-A professional orientation to work
-Impeccable integrity
-Committed
-Dedicated
Applications: Cover letter and CV only via e-mail to office [at] sport4socialisation [dot] com with “PARENT SUPPORT GROUP OFFICER” in the subject line.
Rehabilitation Technician: Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 January 2012 (5pm)
Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe is voluntary based non-profit organisation and has the aim to improve the quality of life and promote social inclusion of youth and children living with disabilities and their families in Zimbabwe. S4S implements the holistic and family orientated Social Inclusion Programme. Some of the activities within this programme are: adapted and inclusive physical activities, Parent Support Groups, economic strengthening activities, physiotherapy, direct child assistance.
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Duration of contract: 1 year contract (possibility to renew). Start date asap.
Remuneration: Shall be communicated with the short listed candidates.
Key tasks and responsibilities
The Rehabilitation Technician (RT) shall in general be responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of physiotherapy activities, individual rehabilitation plans and interventions for beneficiaries in the programmes of S4S. Therefore the RT shall:
-Implement physiotherapy / occupational therapy activities on a daily basis for youth and children living with disabilities in the age between 0 and 25 years at the S4S office and outreach programmes
-Organise and implement intake and assessments with (new) beneficiaries and their families
-Build and maintain a database for all beneficiaries including a Monitoring and Evaluation system
-Develop Individual Rehabilitation Plans with beneficiaries and their families and monitor and evaluate the progress of the beneficiaries
-Assess and plan individual child interventions and provide follow ups of interventions done through home visits, school visits and group meetings
-Monitor and evaluate the progress of the individual participants in the programmes in cooperation with other staff of S4S
-Maintain and improve relations with partners and stakeholders, especially with medical partners for individual child interventions
-Be responsible for the maintenance of the therapy equipment
-Prepare periodic evaluation reports
-Prepare periodic work plans, incl. budget
Key requirements
Education – Diploma Rehabilitation Technician or any other relevant field.
Work experience and knowledge
-Proven experience in a similar position
-Proven paediatric experience
-Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation
-Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
-Fluency in English
-Computer literate, excellent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Personality
-Proactive
-Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
-A professional orientation to work
-Impeccable integrity
-Committed
-Dedicated
Applications: Cover letter and CV only via e-mail to office [at] sport4socialisation [dot] com with “REHAB TECHNICIAN” in the subject line.
(4) Four: Adapted Activity Coach: Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Duration of contract: 1 year contract (possibility to renew). Start date asap.
Remuneration: Shall be communicated with the short listed candidates.
Sport 4 Socialisation S4S Zimbabwe is voluntary based non-profit organisation and has the aim to improve the quality of life and promote social inclusion of youth and children living with disabilities and their families in Zimbabwe. S4S implements the holistic and family orientated Social Inclusion Programme. Some of the activities within this programme are: adapted and inclusive physical activities, Parent Support Groups, economic strengthening activities, physiotherapy, direct child assistance.
Key tasks and responsibilities
The Adapted Activity Coach (AAC) shall in general be responsible for the implementation of the adapted and inclusive physical and leisure activities for the beneficiaries of the programmes of S4S. Therefore the AAC shall:
-Work under the Adapted and Inclusive Activities Officer (AIAO)
-Implement adapted and inclusive physical and leisure activities for youth and children living with disabilities according to the annual curriculum during community outreach activities
-Implement adapted physical activities at the special institutions or special units for youth and children with disabilities according to the annual curriculum
-Implement adapted club sport activities for youth and children living with disabilities
-Conduct home visits for identification and follow ups
-Implement and assist in organising extra activities, such as awareness days, inter-suburb festivals and competitions
-Compile daily monitoring and evaluation reports on the individual sessions done
Key requirements
Education – Certificate or diploma in Physical Education, sport administration, organisation of events or any other sport related field.
Work experience and knowledge
-Proven experience in organising sport activities and/or coaching
-Fluency in written and spoken English
-Experience in working with children
-Knowledge about disabilities or willing to learn and work with children living with disabilities
Personality
-Proactive
-Good and open communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
-A professional orientation to work
-Impeccable integrity
-Committed
-Dedicated
-Ability to work with marginalised groups
Applications: Cover letter and CV only via e-mail to office [at] sport4socialisation [dot] com with “ADAPTED ACTIVITY COACH” in the subject line. S4S is looking for 4 Adapted Activity Coaches.
Thematic Coordinator (Women’s Rights & HIV and AIDS): ActionAid
Deadline: 31 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Harare, Head office
To Commence: 1st March 2012 (contract ends 31 Dec 2012)
ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency working in over 40 countries, taking sides with poor people to end poverty and injustice together.
Purpose of the Position: To provide overall leadership and management of AAZ Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDs programme and contribute to AAZ’s resource mobilization efforts and networking with donors.
Key Strategic Responsibilities
-Contributes to the development, implementation and monitoring of the Country programme policy and theme, with main focus on Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDs interventions
-Thematic Coordination, Management, Development and Reporting on the Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDS programme
-Partnership Development and Capacity Building within the programme.
-Planning, Monitoring, Reviews and Evaluation
-Representation of the Country Programme and Networking
-Management & supervision of program & project staff
Duties will include
-Takes a lead in regular review and evaluation of the Country Programme strategy in relation to Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDS programme.
-Implements AAI policy work and campaign work for the relevant theme(s) at different levels (i.e. partnership/DA, national, regional and global levels).
-Coordinates and provides technical support for developing and managing plans and budgets within the Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDS programme.
-Integrates Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDS issues into the AAIZ Country programme interventions by assisting with programme design, training and fundraising in line with the Country strategic plan.
-Builds strategic linkages with relevant civil society organizations, activists and media to strengthen the alliance process.
-Engages critically with relevant Government departments and institutions on various policy and programme implementation issues linked to Women’s Rights and HIV and AIDS activities.
-Participates in partner assessment & engagement and identify partner capacity building needs and facilitates capacity building and training of partner staff, boards, management and other relevant stakeholders.
-Manages and maintains regular contact (i.e. theme head is focal contact person) and good relations with donors as delegated by management.
Education
-A bachelors degree in Social Sciences/Development work or relevant area
-A relevant specialised Post -graduate qualification, with a strong focus on Women’s Rights and/or Gender and Development
Experience
5 years’ experience in program management relevant to Women’s rights and gender issues as well as HIV/AIDS interventions. Experience in working & networking with local government, civil society, donors and other development stakeholders would be an added advantage.
Other requirements and competences
-Knowledge of development policies and priorities of national governments and wider global development context
-Knowledge of participatory processes and methodologies
-Ability to write concise and accurate reports to agreed deadlines, and strong numerical skills to monitor budgets and write financial reports
-Excellent communication skills in English and local languages, and sound analytical skills
-Proficiency in the use of standard computer software, especially Microsoft Office package
-Ability and preparedness to travel and work in difficult conditions
-A motivated self starter with initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm
-Clean Class 4 driver’s license
A detailed Job Profile will be made available to short listed candidates.
To apply, please submit your curriculum vitae with an application letter to Human Resources, ActionAid International, 16 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare or Box CY2451, Causeway, Harare. Alternatively, you may send applications to jobs.Zimbabwe [at] actionaid [dot] org
While we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates. In addition, whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.
NB: This contract may be open to renewal beyond the stipulated dates. A detailed Job Profile will be made available to short listed candidates.
Project Assistant – Water & Sanitation Hygiene (WASH): ActionAid
Deadline: 31 January 2012 (5pm)
Location: Harare Head Office
To Start: 1 March 2012 (contract ends 30 June 2012)
ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency working in over 40 countries, taking sides with poor people to end poverty and injustice together.
Purpose of the Position: The position exists to provide support to Implementing Partners (IPs) in the project/program and monitor the implementation of project and program activities by IPs.
Key Strategic Objectives
-Collects, records & disseminates information to partners and beneficiaries
-Participates in training of trainers and capacity building of staff, partners and volunteers
-Contributes to reporting and adherence to donor requirements & maintains program/project records
-Assists in monitoring and evaluation of program/project implementation and progress
-Supports other thematic and functional areas Specific Duties will include
-Implement Water & Sanitation program, and be responsible for project planning and management
-Assess community needs in relation to Water & Sanitation, mobilize and sensitize community for the project
-Carry out water point surveys with communities, local authorities and key stakeholders
-Take the lead in design and implementation of health and epidemiology interventions, waste water and disposal systems including digging of pump wells
-Assists in monitoring of partners/volunteers and in identifying training needs of partner staff and other stakeholders
Qualifications & Requirements
-5 ‘O’ Levels
-HND in Water Supply and Sanitation and/or
-HND in Environmental/Community health
Other requirements and competences
-1 year Experience in similar position
-Experience in NGO setting and community based work an added advantage
-Experience in report writing
-Strong written and verbal skills in English & Shona
-Strong skills in coordination and information management and community mobilization
-High degree of negotiation and persuasion skills
-Willing to work outside normal working hours
-Class 4 driver’s license a must
A detailed Job Profile will be made available to short listed candidates.
To apply, submit your curriculum vitae with an application letter to Human Resources, ActionAid International, 16 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare or Box CY2451, Causeway, Harare or send an email to jobs.Zimbabwe [at] actionaid [dot] org
Please kindly label the envelope “WASH ASSISTANT”
Although we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates.
NB: Please note that this is a NATIONAL position. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.
