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Human Resources Assistant: CARE
Deadline: 7 September 2013

Duty Station: Harare            
Position Code: PS-HRA13

Job summary
CARE International in Zimbabwe is inviting applicants for the Human Resources Assistant position.  Reporting to the Talent and Relationship Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for recruitment (especially of staff needed in the emergency programs), general communication, induction and maintenance of HR records. S/ he will also assist in organizing workshops or training in liaison with the Talent and Relationship Manager. S/he is expected to uphold and advise employees on CARE’s core values.

Duties and responsibilities
-Recruitment and selection mainly for the emergency program, communicating with project management on the engagement status of new employees
-Advises employees and management on HR policies, procedures and practices to ensure adherence to theses set policies
-Keeping updated HR records and information in the available database
-Filling of HR documents to ensure easy access and retrieval
-Communicating HR related issues with project /program management and employees and liaises in sub offices, keeping the Talent and Relationship Manager informed
-Induction of new employees and ensures that staff completes all the necessary engagement forms

Qualifications, skills and experience
-Degree in Human Resources Management/ Social Science/Psychology or related
-Membership to a professional human resources body e.g. IPMZ
-At least two years work experience in Human Resources (preferably in Recruitment and Selection) with an NGO or similar environment
-Ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines
-Good Communication skills
-Ability to handle confidential information

To apply
Interested and suitably qualified applicants should submit application letters together with updated Curriculum Vitae quoting the position code on the subject for email applications to:

Human Resources Manager
(PS-HRA 13)
CARE International in Zimbabwe
8 Ross Avenue
Belgravia
Harare

Or: vacancies [at] carezimbabwe [dot] org

Administrator: Cesvi
Deadline: 15 September 2013

Position Code: 32_2013 ADM ZIM
Contract: 6 months (renewable)
The collaboration will start in October 2013.
The main duty station will be Harare.

Work context
In the health sector, Cesvi operates in the district of Centenary in collaboration with Saint Albert Hospital, which works for the prevention of Hiv/Aids as well as other sexually transmitted diseases. At the House of Smiles, in Harare, Cesvi organises educational and recreational activities for orphans and street children. In the management of natural resources, Cesvi promotes the Zimbabwe participation in the Great Limpopo Park, the protected area bordering on Mozambique and South Africa. Beitbridge and Chiredzi are areas of multi-sector activities.

Required competencies
-Degree in Economics, Business Studies, Accounting
-Minimum 2 year experience in developing country
-Knowledge of UE administrative and procurement procedures
-Experience in supervision and planning of field logistics
-Experience in supervising multi-cultural staff
-Strong leadership, supervisory and people skills as well as experience with NGO procedures, approaches, and operations
-Fluency English (written and spoken)

To apply
Please use this link and apply online

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Accountant: Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN)
Deadline: 3 September 2013

(Tenable immediately)

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) is seeking an experienced, dynamic and suitably qualified person to join the organisation as an accountant.

ZWRCN is a non-governmental organization that was established in 1990. We seek to empower women in Zimbabwe through the provision of information, technical support and advocacy that promotes their participation and benefit from economic, social and political processes.

The post holder will be responsible for undertaking the effective management and utilisation of the organisation’s financial resources and assets, as well as human resources

The major tasks of the accountant include
-Developing budgets for the organization
-Compiling financial reports
-Monitoring financial systems & procedures to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
-Payroll Administration
-Ensuring that assets are insured and maintained in proper condition
-Overseeing organisational procurement processes
-Managing the organisation’s investment portfolio
-Overseeing petty cash management
-Networking with the bankers, partners & auditors
-Overseeing auditing
-Compiling management reports for Senior Managers and presentation to the board
-Cash flow management
-Performing monthly reconciliations
-Analyzing financial transactions
-Preparing statutory returns
-Assisting in risk management
-Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Qualification, skills and experience
-Certified accountant (CA, CIMA, ACCA, CIS)
-Degree in accounting
-Experience/qualification in project management
-Minimum 3 years experience of working in the development sector
-Some experience in managing human resources

To apply
If interested kindly submit a brief motivational letter and a comprehensive CV by 3 September 2013 to: pamela [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw copied to chipiwac [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw

A competitive salary and benefits are offered commensurate with qualifications and experience. Note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted for an interview within 7 days from the application deadline.

Information and Communications Officer: Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN)
Deadline: 3 September 2013

(Tenable immediately)

The Zimbabwe Women’s Resource Centre and Network (ZWRCN) is seeking an experienced, dynamic and suitably qualified person to join the organisation as an Information and Communications Officer. ZWRCN is a non-governmental organization that was established in 1990. We seek to empower women in Zimbabwe through the provision of information, technical support and advocacy that promotes their participation and benefit from economic, social and political processes. The post holder will be responsible for the overall implementation of the organisation’s information and communication strategy.

The major tasks of the Information and Communications Officer include
-Sourcing, collating and packaging gender and women’s rights information relevant to ZWRCN’s Zimbabwe, regional and global stakeholders
-Writing relevant articles, opinions and briefs for diverse audiences, including for all forms of electronic and print media
-Developing relevant messages and materials to communicate ZWRCN’s work and products to diverse audiences
-Innovative use of different information communication tools, aimed at social and economic empowerment of ZWRCN stakeholders
-Management of the content used in ZWRCN electronic resources, including the ZWRCN web site
-Development and management of information databases
-Profiling and branding the organisation’s work
-Providing training and advice to colleagues on the use of electronic information services
-Supervising and training other information staff as appropriate

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
-University degree in communication, journalism or public relations
-A minimum of 5 years experience working in the area of gender and development, preferably in a development sector environment
-Proven track record of innovative utilisation of information communication tools
-Proven experience of working with diverse media
-Excellent writing skills, and demonstrable experience in editing materials for production
-Good understanding of communication for socio-economic change approaches

To apply
If interested kindly submit a brief motivational letter, comprehensive CV and two samples of writing by 3 September 2013 to: pamela [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw copied to chipiwac [at] zwrcn [dot] org [dot] zw

A competitive salary and benefits are offered commensurate with qualifications and experience. Note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted for an interview within 7 days from the application deadline.

Deadline: 30 August 2013

International Rescue Committee seeks to fill in an immediate position of Environmental Health Coordinator to be based in Harare with frequent travel to the field.

Scope

The Environmental Health (EH) Coordinator will be the focal point for Environmental Health programs in Zimbabwe providing technical oversight to the Environmental Health Team and developing and implementing an Environmental Health Sector Strategic Plan. The EH Coordinator will ensure the implementation of a quality environmental health program in accordance with accepted national and international standards. S/He will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with all partners, including the relevant Government of Zimbabwe authorities, UN agencies and other NGOs. The EH Coordinator will also directly provide leadership to the IRC’s new Disaster Risk Reduction Program.

Responsibilities

Program Quality
-    Oversee, through supervision of the Program Manager(s) all project cycle management processes including: participation and preparation for grants opening/review/closing meetings, reporting, information management and data collection, budget and actual expenditure analysis, and program evaluations
-    Provide technical support to the EH program to ensure that the IRC programs are of high quality and that programs are driven by data and learning, working in conjunction with the Program Coordinator
-    Provide leadership and direction to the EH program on a day-to-day basis, working closely with project managers and officers
-    Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of program work plans taking into consideration time, quality and budget
-    Design and undertake environmental health assessments.

Program Development and Strategic Planning
-    Work with the EH Program staff, and senior management on the development of new program ideas to inform budgets and proposals; lead technical proposal writing and programmatic budget development
-    Lead the design process of the Country Sector Strategy for EH and ensure the final version is rolled out and adapted by program staff and by the Zimbabwe Country Program
-    Develop and undertake needs assessments to inform program design and strategic direction

Human Resources Management
-    Act as focal point and advocate for training and capacity building for all EH program staff including mentorship, supportive delegation, and staff exchanges where appropriate internally and with other IRC country programs
-    Supervise the EH program department and ensure regular performance evaluations and job description reviews are carried out
-    Participate in recruitment of EH staff
-    Provide leadership, promote professional working relationships, conflict resolution, and encourage EH staff members to manage their staff effectively

Representation and Communication
-    Responsible for liaison with and technical collaboration/communication with the designated technical advisor/ senior technical advisor for the IRC EH unit
-    Maintain relationships with all relevant donors in conjunction with the Program Coordinator and Country Director, informing them of partnership and funding opportunities
-    Oversee the writing of internal and external reports (formal and informal) by the EH Program staff
-    Maintain and enhance IRC’s profile within the Zimbabwe WASH cluster, the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, District Development Fund (DDF) and EH/WASH focused donor agencies
-    Act as the primary focal point for EH program internal/external inquiries

Program Management – Disaster Risk Reduction
-    Manage the IRC’s Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Program, including budget management and oversight, coordination of partners, design of workplans, supervision of implementation, technical oversight, internal and external reporting, project human resource management, etc
-    Leadership of the DRR program will require management of cross-functional teams (economic development, nutrition, WASH) and close collaboration with other sector coordinators and technical advisors.

Other
Perform other duties as directed by the Program Coordinator or as the program changes.

Requirements

-    Degree in Public Health, Civil Engineering or Environmental Sciences (MSc is an advantage)
-    Experience as a water and sanitation professional, preferably in both urban and rural settings
-    Five years experience in developing sector strategies and designing, coordinating, implementing and managing environmental health programs in developing countries
-    Experience in managing Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) programs is an added advantage
-    Background in situation analysis, environmental health assessments and program implementation
-    Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, adaptability to transitions, good management and communication skills

This position reports to the Zimbabwe Programs Coordinator.

To apply
Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to: zimbabwe [at] rescue [dot] org and write the title of the position in the subject line.

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Project Lawyer: Local NGO
Deadline: 26 August 2013

Location: Bulawayo

A vacancy has arisen in a local NGO for the post of a Project Lawyer based in Bulawayo.

Required personal information is as follows:
-Degree in Law
-Registered Legal Practitioner with at least one year experience in civil and criminal litigation
-Strong background in project and financial management
-Good communication skills, co – ordination, monitoring and evaluation skills
-Computer skills (PowerPoint, word etc)
-Should be fluent in Ndebele
-A valid driver’s licence is a must.

To apply
Applicants to email their detailed curriculum vitae to: projectofficerbyo [at] gmail [dot] com and produce original copies of their certificates during the interview.

M & E Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 26 August 2013

Purpose of the Job
The Monitoring and Evaluation officer is responsible for monitoring and following up project activities among participating organisations.

Overall responsibilities
-In liaison with Funding Partner develop data collection tools for project activities
-Undertake the monitoring and evaluation activities in support of other team members
-Ensure maintenance of accurate records by the organisation and participating organisations
-Monitors the implementation of planned activities
-Collects, reviews, analyses and interpret data for planning purposes
-Formulates, reviews and maintains a sound and effective reporting system
-Provides technical support for monitoring and evaluation of the project
-Contribute to the organisational learning by preparing and disseminating data on lessons learned, good practices and statistical evidence of the program achievements
-Participate in activities to disseminate programme evaluation findings
-Prepares and compiles progress reports monthly and quarterly for project activities.

Minimum qualifications and experience
-First degree in development studies, social sciences, or a relevant field
-Diploma in M&E, experience in home based care or palliative care an added advantage
-A minimum of five years’ experience in community work, two of which should be in monitoring and evaluation and/or operational research
-Working experience in designing and implementing evaluation strategies
-Excellent documentation and data analysis skills of both quantitative and qualitative nature
-Highly computer literate in Excel spreadsheet, PowerPoint, SPSS, EPI Info or any other statistical tools
-Highly innovative and a self starter
-Fluent in national languages Ndebele, Shona and English
-A clean class four driver’s licence

To apply
If you are interested and meet the above requirements please send your application letter, detailed CV and copies of your certificates to the following: fadzaic [at] zwla [dot] co [dot] zw
Successful candidate to start immediately

Physiotherapist: Sport 4 Socialisation (S4S)
Deadline: 27 August 2013

Location: Mutare, Zimbabwe
Start date: 1 September 2013
Duration: 4 months, with possibility to extend

Sport 4 Socialisation
Children with disabilities are often hidden, locked-up and isolated from society. Nobody believes in their potential. But S4S does! The only precondition is an encouraging environment.

We empower the children to break out from their isolation and surprise society with their potential. We inspire, encourage and coach them to move boundaries. We create lasting change, by involving the whole community.

We strengthen them via physiotherapy and adapted physical activity. We connect them with able-bodied as well as disabled peers and teach them to stand up for themselves in society. We teach families how to deal with disability and fend for themselves economically. During the whole process, we keep monitoring progress. So we can achieve maximum potential. And we inspire, encourage and coach the community to
change their minds about disability.

Background
Sport 4 Socialisation (S4S) is working in Zimbabwe since 2008. From the Eastern border Town Mutare, where the S4S headquarters is based, we work very hard on the implementation of our multiple award winning Social Inclusion Programme. We support children with disabilities and their families with adapted and inclusive physical activities, physiotherapy, healthcare, parent support groups and livelihood development.

Over 500 children and their families are supported through this programme.

Role of the Physiotherapist
In general the Physiotherapist shall be responsible for the running of the physiotherapy clinic and the casting room. Under the physiotherapist programme we have several sub-programmes:
-Intakes and assessments
-Physiotherapy (incl. casting)
-Direct Child Support (medication, corrective surgeries and assistive devices)
-Disability maintenance and awareness training.

Key tasks and responsibilities
-Organise and implement intake and assessments with (new) beneficiaries and their families
-Implement physiotherapy therapy activities on a daily basis for children with a disability
-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 (medication, corrective surgeries and assistive devices etc.) and provide follow ups of interventions done through home visits, school visits and group meetings
-Mediate for Direct Child Assistance (medication, corrective surgeries, assistive devices etc.)
-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 and skills

Education
-Bachelor of physiotherapy
-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
-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.

Remuneration
Between US$600 – US$700 – depending on level of experience plus Medical AID
and transport reimbursement.

To apply
Applications: Cover letter and CV (2 separate documents) only via email to: office.zimbabwe [at] sport4socialisation [dot] org with “Physiotherapist” in the subject line.

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Media intern: Local NGO
Deadline: 23 August 2013 (4:30pm)

A local Media NGO would like to call for applications for attachment/internship. The eligible candidates should be studying towards a qualification in Journalism and Media and any other related and relevant programme. To apply email your CV’s to: mediaintern.jurno [at] gmail [dot] com

Finance Intern: CRS Zimbabwe
Deadline: 27 August 2013

CRS Zimbabwe engages Interns as a corporate social responsibility to provide students with on the job practical training. The duration of the attachment varies depending on need and the tertiary calendar of the institutions but is usually for a year. CRS Zimbabwe intends to engage 1(one) intern for the period 1 September 2013 to 31 August 2014.

Duties and learning areas
-Process payments and receivables in liaison with the Payables and Receivables
-Accountants, including compiling the checklists and transfer instructions
-Ensure that all payables transactions comply with CRS policies and procedures, CRS MAP of authorities, local statutory regulations and Acts (withholding taxes), donor policies and regulations, and contractual obligations (terms and conditions of contracts)
-Apply donor policies and regulations, CRS policies and procedures, GAAP, internal control processes and systems for transactions being processed
-Ensure vouchers have adequate supporting documents, approvals and arithmetic accuracy
-Provide the gate keeping function for all documents and ensure that all requests are correctly approved as per the CP’s Map of Authorities, have adequate supporting documentation, are correctly coded and charged to existing and correct T0/ T2 combinations
-Compiling bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
-Canceling and filing all processed vouchers in line with CRS’s filing procedures
-Project accounting in liaison with the Project Accountant
-Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or designate

Minimum Hiring Standards
-Students in Universities, colleges or professional institutions studying towards an Accounting qualification i.e. Bachelor of Accounting Degree, CIS, CIMA, ACCA, BBS, HND
-Motivation to work under pressure and during odd hours

To apply
The deadline for submission of applications to the Country Representative is Tuesday 27 August 2013. Full application plus letter from the institution, addressed to the Country Representative should be forwarded to: 95 Park Lane, Harare or P.O. Box CY 1111, Causeway, Harare or 33A Duncan Road, Suburbs Bulawayo or email: taurai.musakaruka [at] crs [dot] org

Programs Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 19 August 2013

Purpose of the job
The Programs Officer is responsible for facilitating palliative care and related training for Home Based Care organizations. He or she is also responsible for providing support for the provision of quality care to people living with HIV and AIDS.

Overall responsibilities
- Plan for and conduct palliative care and related home based care training activities for partner organisations
- Participate in development and distribution of Palliative Care and Home Based Care IEC materials
- Prepare appropriate training materials
- Provide information whenever necessary, to trainers and caregivers
- Plan, coordinate and hold regular mentoring and support meetings with partners on HIV treatment, care and support
- Assist with the preparation of budgets for programme activities
- Conduct follow up visits and document
- Facilitate networking of project partners and sharing of information among stakeholders
- Represent the organization at provincial and district levels on matters relating to Palliative Care, Home Based Care and project activities
- Promote community awareness on Palliative Care, ART and Psychosocial Support for PLWHA
- Facilitate linkages and information sharing between organizations within the district
- Participate in developing monitoring tools for the projects
- Ensure maintenance of accurate records
- Present written reports to the Clinical and Technical manager at stipulated times
- Participate in activities to disseminate programme evaluation findings

Minimum qualifications and experience
Nursing Diploma/ Degree
Experience in Palliative Care is an added advantage
A minimum of five years’ experience in nursing
Experience in training and facilitation in home-based care issues
Highly innovative and a self starter
Experience in HIV and AIDS, home based care and community health care
Good written and verbal communication skills
Clean class four driver’s licence a must

To apply
If you are interested and meet the above requirements please send your application letter, detailed CV and copies of your certificates to the following: programs13 [at] hotmail [dot] com by no later than August 19, 2013.