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NGO job vacancies in Zimbabwe

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Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 by Bev Clark

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

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


Part time research and advocacy officer: WLSA Zimbabwe
Deadline: As soon as possible

WLSA Zimbabwe seeks the services of a part time research and advocacy officer to start immediately. This is a temporary 3 months post. Candidate should have at least 5 years experience in research and/or advocacy on women’s rights. Knowledge of international instruments that protect the rights of women is an added advantage. Experience in research methodology and use of statistical packages is a must. Email Slyvia Chirawu: sly [at] wlsazim [dot] co [dot] zw

Three (3) vacancies: MSF

Medicines Sans Frontiers’ also known as Doctors Without Borders or MSF is a private non-profit; international humanitarian medical organization, which intervenes in emergencies and crisis situation, to relive human suffering from unmet medical needs and to create a space for humanity. MSF observes strict neutrality with respect to political issues and renders its assistance without making any discrimination on the basis of race, religion, ideology, or political organization, respecting its charter and shared principles.

MSF Holland has the following vacancies in their newly formed Prison Project which will operate under the existing Epworth Project (please note that the following vacancies require that you spend more than 50% of your working time within the Prisons in Zimbabwe) starting date will be 1 May, 2012

1.Psychologist
2.Occupational Therapist
3.Mental Health Nurse

To obtain the requirements if you are interested in applying for the above-mentioned posts, please email to: Zimbabwe-recritement [at] oca.msf [dot] org

Field Officer – Community Enterprise Development: SOS Children’s Villages Zimbabwe
Deadline: 6 April 2012

SOS Children’s Village Association Of Zimbabwe is a member of SOS Kinderdorf International – a worldwide children’s social welfare organization, providing orphaned and abandoned children with a permanent family home and educational opportunities. We have over 1 500 projects in more than 130 countries.

We seek energetic and organized individuals to fill these positions in our Family Strengthening Programme in Harare

The responsibilities and key result areas will include:
-Identification and enrolment of programme beneficiaries who meet the criteria
-Ensure delivery of project materials and benefits to intended beneficiaries
-Provide support to community volunteers

The ideal candidates should have:
-Degree in Social Sciences/Entrepreneurship
-Diploma in Business Studies will be and added advantage
-Two years experience in field work in a similar organization
-Demonstrable commitment to working with communities, children and youth and knowledge in child rights
-Proven strong communication, documentation and networking skills
-Experience in psychological support, implementing community development and/or OVC support programmes
-Holder of a Clean Class 4 Drivers License
-Fluent in English and at least one local language

Mail detailed personal profile/CV with current salary to: resourcing [at] soszim [dot] org [dot] zw

Applications which do not meet the above criteria will not be acknowledged

“Every child grows with love, respect and security.”

Regional Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods Coordinator: Oxfam GB (Southern Africa)
Deadline: 6 April 2012

Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
Terms: 1 Year Full-Time Fixed Term Renewable Contract
Salary: GBP 24,245 – 30,853 net per annum plus substantial benefits including housing allowance, school fees and pension contribution.

Key Responsibilities
The post holder will ensure the quality and impact of Oxfam’s emergency food security and livelihoods work in Southern Africa by analyzing regional food security trends, providing technical support and capacity building to country programmes, leading new emergency assessments and programme planning, and linking programme experience to advocacy and campaigning efforts.

The post holder will provide regional analysis and updates on the evolving food security situation in the Southern Africa region. In times of acute crisis, the role provides direct advice and support to countries in order to ensure appropriate and timely emergency response. In addition to building the capacity of in-country staff and partners to design high-quality EFSL responses, the post holder will be active in providing support to programme development within the Malawi programme, regional coordination groups and will ensure linkages with Oxfam’s work on economic development, climate change adaptation, and disaster risk reduction.

For more information and to apply please click here


PRIZE Consortium M&E Co-ordinator – SYAP-Title II: Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Deadline: 6 April 2012

Catholic Relief Services – Zimbabwe Program (PVO: 6/2002), an international humanitarian and development organization, seeks to fill the following position:

The M&E Co-ordinator will revamp as necessary and manage the M&E system for the SYAP consortium, which is comprised of three international and two local partners. This position will be a key technical specialist reporting to the Chief of Party (COP). The incumbent will be responsible for all programmatic monitoring and evaluation and information management associated with the program, ensuring that information collected is reflected upon, used to improve ongoing implementation, and is incorporated into consistently high quality reports. The M&E Co-ordinator will provide training to consortium and partner staff in utilizing the project M&E tools. The M&E Co-ordinator will lead and co-ordinate the development and refinement of the existing M&E system amongst the consortium partners, including leading the design and implementation of final evaluation, and will ensure monitoring and evaluation of program progress and impact, in collaboration with field staff.

Qualifications and experience
-Master’s Degree in Program Management, Development Studies, International Relations or relevant field of expertise preferred
-Significant experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative assessments and surveys (including sound understanding of sampling issues) implementing or managing relief or development programs in at least one of the following sectors: Agriculture, Food Security, Food Distribution or Livelihoods
-Experience facilitating the capacity building efforts of diverse colleagues, including those in local partner agencies
-Experience in designing and managing M&E systems
-Strong knowledge of Title II policies and procedures, including USAID food security indicators
-Proven leadership and inter-personal skills and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams
-Experience working in complex consortium or partnership relationships required
-Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required: estimated 30% of time
-Experience working in a variety of environments required
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, (including Word, Excel, Power-point and Outlook) SPSS, required

Those who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their applications together with a cover letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae that includes the names and contact details (plus email addresses) of three traceable references. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications should be clearly marked “PRIZE Consortium M&E Co-ordinator – SYAP-Title II” and sent to: The Country Representative, 95 Park Lane, Harare or 33A Duncan Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo or P.O. Box CY 1111, Causeway, Harare, or to: taurai.musakaruka [at] crs [dot] org

Finance Assistant – TB Grant: United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
Deadline: 12 April 2012

Background
UNDP is a key partner to the Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) and is the UN agency assuming the role of Principal Recipient of GFATM grants in Zimbabwe. In its role as Principle Recipient, UNDP ensures quality financial management, timely procurement of supplies, and efficient monitoring and service delivery.

UNDP’s management role consists in implementing grants, ensuring financial accountability, and training of national and international counterparts on programme management and financial accountability.

Under the guidance of the Finance Specialist and daily supervision of the Finance Analyst/ Finance Associate, the Finance Assistant is responsible for effective delivery of financial services, transparent utilization of financial resources and management of the projects finances.

For more information and to apply please click here

Program Manager: Christian Care
Deadline: 13 April 2012

3-Year Contract
Location: Bulawayo

Christian Care, a registered welfare organization (PVO79/67) involved in development and relief activities, is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post listed below.

Basic Functions: To provide effective management of programs/projects and resources (human, material and financial) in Matabeleland Province in order to make an effective contribution to the strategic objectives of Christian Care and its broad mission.

Major Job Responsibilities
-Writing and reviewing of Regional Strategic Plan document.
-Consolidating annual plans and budget for the Region.
-Facilitating the carrying out of baseline surveys, research studies and reviewing program proposals.
-Responsible for Public Relations function in the Region.
-Supervising and reviewing staff performance.
-Monitoring and controlling the use of assets in the Region.
-Attending Regional co-ordination and networking meetings.
-Consolidation of quarterly and annual reports.
-Administering the organization’s finance and administration policy procedure.
-Ensuring timeous production of Regional Financial reports.
-Coordination of funding proposals and responses to call for proposals

Qualifications And Experience
-Relevant 1st degree in Developmental Studies / Social Studies /Agriculture /Equivalent.
-A minimum of three (3) years experience in developmental work, and a working understanding of development theories and processes in Zimbabwe.
-Practical experience with modern programming approaches like Value chains, Rights based programming, Results based management and proven track record in writing fundable proposals with UN agencies and other multi lateral donors.
-Good interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
-Analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically.
-A working knowledge of financial statements.
-Clean class four (4) driver’s license.
-Enclose a reference letter from your church Pastor

Remuneration: The package on offer will be disclosed to short listed candidates.

Applications: Application clearly marked “PROGRAM MANAGER – BULAWAYO” with detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of academic and professional qualification certificates in a sealed envelope should be sent to the address below.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

The National Director
Christian Care
27 St Patrick’s Rd
Hatfield
Harare

Or

P.O. Box 33
Harare

Livelihoods Programme officer: CAFOD
Deadline: 13 April 2012 (5pm)

CAFOD is a UK based NGO committed to working through local partner organisations to combat poverty and injustice and to build a strong and dynamic civil society. CAFOD’s regional office for Southern Africa is in Harare and provides support to partners and programmes in Zambia, Malawi, Swaziland and Mozambique.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Livelihoods Programme Officer who will support the Zambia programme:
-To strengthen capacities of our Zambian partners in designing and implementing livelihoods programmes, especially on savings and lendings schemes; business development, and value chain analysis.
-The post-holder will be expected to design and deliver training, provide technical accompaniment and monitoring visits to advise and support
-To monitor programme progress, expenditure and follow reporting requirements etc
-As the only staff member for CAFOD in Zambia to run the small office and represent the organisation as required

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years’ experience working in the livelihoods sector and should be able to demonstrate strong partnership and capacity building skills. In addition, we will be looking for a self-motivator who can work independently and make sound judgments.

The post-holder will be line managed by the Regional Programme Manager in Harare.

Please note that this is a local post where national (Zimbabwe) terms and conditions apply.

If you are interested in applying for this post, please download the application form from our website and follow the instructions there on. Please do NOT send CVs.

A full job description is available from the same website.

CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer.

Finance Officer: Youth Forum Zimbabwe Trust
Deadline: 17 April 2012

Location: Harare
Department: Finance and Administration
Immediate Supervisor: Director

Basic Function

Major tasks
-Consolidate all Youth Forum financial statements
-Prepare the administration and consolidated budgets in consultation with relevant departments
-Develop and maintain financial management systems and set all internal control systems
-Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts to adequately plan for future expenditure and present to management and the director for approval
-Monitor, review and report on transactions against budgets on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Prepare reports with budget variances for management, board meetings and donors according to donor reporting requirements
-Ensure bank accounts have a positive balance
-Prepare and ensure all relevant purchasing, advances and other requisition forms are available
-Keep all cheque books and other security items in a secure place and make sure all are numbered in sequence
-Ensure all source documents are maintained and recorded in the accounting ledgers
-Ensure there is proper filing system, storage and retention of financial records

Person specifications
-Hold a minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or full CIS and at least 2 years experience
-Experience in managing donor funds
-Excellent computer skills and at least one accounting package

Interested applicants should submit their CV’s and cover letter to: youthforumzim [at] yahoo [dot] co [dot] uk

Two (2) vacancies: Parliament of Zimbabwe
Deadline: 20 April 2012

1) Deputy Clerk

Location: Procedural Services
Reports to: Clerk Of Parliament

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Deputy Clerk of Parliament. In order for Parliament to comply with regional and international conventions and protocols on gender, this position, one of two Deputies, is reserved for female candidates only.

Main Job Purpose: To carry out specific procedural and general administrative duties

Key Duties
-Managing the Procedural Services Departments
-Providing procedural advice to Presiding Officers and Members of Parliament
-Undertaking Clerks – at – Table duties in the Houses of Parliament
-Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Clerk

Personal Attributes
-Demonstrable maturity and ability to work in a multicultural and political setting
-Excellent written and communication skills
-Professionalism and personal integrity
-Demonstrated solid work ethic
-Ability to work under pressure

Minimum Qualifications & Experience
-An Honours Degree in Social Science, Arts, or Law
-A relevant Masters’ Degree would be a distinct advantage
-A minimum of 8 years relevant working experience, of which 5 years must have been spent at a senior management position
-Sound knowledge of Parliamentary Practices and Procedures

2) Director Information And Communication Technology (DICT)

Location: Information Services Directorate
Reports to: Principal Director Information Services (PDIS)

Main Job Purpose: To co-ordinate, develop, implement and manage the Parliament of Zimbabwe’s ICT policy

Key Duties
-Developing, implementing and managing the institutional ICT policy
-Overseeing the purchasing. delivery, installation and implementation of all ICT hardware and software
-Servicing and maintenance of all hardware and software
-Developing, implementing and managing the various user and operational standards necessary for the project implementation and management
-Providing guidance and a second level – support to each of the positions within the ICT Department
-Ensuring the development and management of the human resources component of the department to produce best practice delivery of IT services to the Parliament of Zimbabwe

Minimum Qualifications & Experience
-An Honours Degree in Computer Science
-A relevant Masters Degree is a distinct advantage
-A minimum of 8 years relevant continuous working experience, of which 3 years must be at senior management position in a reputable organization
-Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply

In return, Parliament offers a competitive salary, personal issue vehicles, housing allowances, generous leave conditions, contributory pension scheme and subsidized contributions to a medical aid society to the successful candidates.

Details of these and other benefits will be disclosed to short listed candidates

Applications clearly marked the position applied for, together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certified educational and professional certificates and three contactable referees should be emailed to clerk [at] parlzim [dot] gov [dot] zw or sent to:

The Clerk of Parliament
P.O Box CY 298
Causeway
Harare

Supply your own light

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Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 by Bev Clark

Reckless statements from greedy leaders

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Monday, April 2nd, 2012 by Lenard Kamwendo

Controversial and reckless statements have hounded the Zambian president ever since he came into office. Like his nickname ‘King Cobra” the president really spit venom especially when it comes to making informal speeches. After his inauguration Sata demanded an apology from Malawi for an incident which happened sometime back during a visit to that country when he was still in opposition. During that same time he once questioned the health of the former Zambian president Levi Mwanawasa arguing that the president should make public issues related to his health.

In a turn of events recently the Zambian leader was secretly flown out of the country on a private jet to India for a medical check and this has prompted a public outcry. Just like Zimbabwe, Zambia experienced an economic down turn a few years ago and many people left that country for a better living outside and some decided to settle in Botswana. In an address to Zambians living in Botswana the Zambian president was really blunt and venomous with his words at the same time insulting his fellow countrymen and Botswana.

Responding to questions from the people who attended the meeting Sata said, “All of you who are here with fake questions am very disappointed with you and embarrassed, are you not even ashamed of yourselves? You ran away from Zambia and thought we couldn’t find you and now today we have caught you. You are refugees in Botswana being exploited by the Botswana Government. You left Zambia to come and work here for an extra K1?” Maybe Sata had forgotten that he had mentioned that he was the first Zambian expatriate in United Kingdom in 1970. One wonders whether Michael Sata had already created jobs in this short space in office for these people he was insulting on the very day. And if Zambia had the best medical facilities and qualified personnel why would he sneak out of the country to seek help in foreign countries in the Far East? I guess power is sweet just like what his predecessor Fredrick Chiluba said after an election victory in 1991.

In the midst of their plushy government offices and state houses, most African politicians have a tendency to easily forget where they come from. Here in Zimbabwe parliamentarians promised people that they would develop communities once they were voted into office but years down the line we are now reading that some of them stand accused of gross mismanagement of public funds. Some went on to implement projects without even consulting the people. What is more surprising is that the legislators are complaining that the $50 000 allocated to each of the constituencies they represent is very little and they are lobbying for more, but at the same time they are abusing the same fund.

Dell Social Innovation Challenge

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Monday, April 2nd, 2012 by Lenard Kamwendo

Gre-cycling is a project aimed at recycling waste to generate income. The first step of this pilot project is to recycle plastics in to diesel and other by products. Once the success of this project is achieved focus will be on bio-material/sewage, paper and cans. The project will be located in Senga one of the poorest high-density suburbs in Gweru, Zimbabwe. It aims to curb the environmental degradation in the area which is highly polluted because of over population that occurs during the Midlands State University semester. The result of the environmental degradation has resulted in unsavory living conditions and disease outbreaks.

The idea behind this project is to turn waste into energy, creating jobs for the Gweru community in Zimbabwe and also maintaining a healthy and clean environment in the Senga surburb of Gweru where most MSU students who failed to get residence at the college live.

Log on to the Dell challenge website and vote for this brilliant idea from Zimbabwe and help turn some dreams into reality.

More telegenic than others!

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Monday, April 2nd, 2012 by Marko Phiri

I watch local news on the telly all day every day, and there is a worrying trend that misfits the GNU that makes a mockery of the role being played by other coalition colleagues. We have known for a very long time from Zanu PF that deputy ministers are not allowed on the Round Table when cabinet meets. Thus some people asked why we get an acting minister, a chap who already superintends another portfolio when there already exists a deputy minister who would by some people’s interpretation logically be expected to watch the gate when Mudenge for example is attacked by a bull. Yet this is given its improper perspective when you watch the news on national television.

From the ministries “led” by the MDC-T you get their deputies waxing lyrical about policy issues when in another place and time it is the minister as the top dog who would be grilled by the journos. But then we get these Zanu PF deputy ministers appearing on TV with alarming frequency you wonder if there is some kind of conspiracy to silence the other coalition voices and present very biased picture that it is these Zanu PF apparatchiks who are steering the troubled nation to placid waters. Thus it is that you get Udenge the deputy minister of economic planning gracing the television screen, Dokora the deputy of education oozing policy machismo, Bimha the deputy of industry and commerce going on and on about what I would rather hear from his boss. Why then not have other deputies like Gift Chimanikire and others if there is nothing wrong with the trend adopted by the news hacks? Good question that! Perhaps the Zanu PF officials are considered more telegenic, but then that’s highly debatable!

But then it is obviously about politics as usual – why show viewers the faces of ministers from parties that want to return the country to white-rule where blacks will once again be banned from walking on CBD sidewalks? Makes sense doesn’t it? We saw it even when there was this major launch of the schools IT project where the only story that emerged from IT Minister Chamisa was him apparently extolling the old president for initiating the schools computerisation programme. But I do feel like that guy who in a very dark night is busy winking at a girl he saw before the lights went out!