ZNNP Zimbabwe Program Officer Job Vacancy-2016

Program Officer Vacancy

ZNNP+ is a national umbrella body representing and co-ordinating the activities of PLWAs (people living with HIV/AIDS) support groups throughout Zimbabwe. In August 2001 Sida, entered into an agreement with ZNNP+ to support several programmes within the organisation. During the last quarter of 2001, ZNNP+ was been rocked by internal turmoil attributable to the alleged gross misappropriation and mismanagement of a grant they the organisation received from National AIDS Trust funds. The director was suspended pending dismissal. It was in the light of these events that the Embassy decided to suspend its support to the organisation and carry out an evaluation.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Management and Supervision of ZNNP+ 10 Provincial Offices and Coordinators

· Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to ZNNP+ Provincial officers on programme implementation, monitoring and reporting

· Support ZNNP+ in executing its community systems strengthening mandate

· Assist in developing programme ideas into proposals for fund raising.

· Support development of GF successor concepts and lead on community systems strengthening business development.

· Support Provincial Coordinators in ensuring that all activities are implemented successfully within prescribed time intervals.

· Assist in establishing and maintaining contact with funding partners.

· Assist in overseeing the compilation of and authorization of project reports.

· Assist in maintaining a calendar of reporting deadlines.

· Assist in maintaining a database of donors and grants received.

· Assist in overseeing the capacity building of community structures of PLHIV

· Assist in overseeing the coordination of relevant program meetings and workshops in line with standard guidelines.

· Assist in preparing and presenting to management the consolidated annual workplans and training programmes

· Assist in monitoring actual program performance against plan and budget and taking necessary corrective measures where necessary.

· Any other duties deemed fit by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· A First Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences or equivalent from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree in the relevant field is a distinct advantage

· Previous experience managing Global Fund grants and other large consortium grants is an asset

· 8-10 working experience with over 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role

· Appreciation of Human Resource Management issues in an NGO sector is an added advantage

· Ability and passion to work with people living with HIV.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Sound knowledge and appreciation of the HIV response and Health Systems in Zimbabwe.

· Possession of a clean class 4 drivers licence, with 3 years driving experience is a MUST

· Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Access, Power Point).

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