Economic Research and Policy Adviser
Organisation: Progressio
Date Posted: 16 February 2014
Job years of experience: 3-5 Years
Closing date: 20 February 2014
Working with a local organisation, based in Harare, Zimbabwe
Six-month placement (with the possibility of renewal)
Please note that for this vacancy we are only able to consider applicants who are fluent in Shona and/or Ndebele and able to start the placement before the end of March 2014.
The Progressio Development Worker will work with a local public interest law organisation working on issues related to natural resources and the mining sector.
The Economic Research and Policy Adviser will play a leading role in advising the organisation and its staff members on the economic and financial aspects of programming in the natural resources and mining sector. S/he will inform and build the capacity of the organisation and its staff members on key intervention strategies on economic developments in this sector, through economic analysis and advocacy, and will also input on programme design and implementation.
The successful candidate should have a Master’s degree or higher in Economics, Finance, Business Studies, Marketing, or in any other relevant discipline.
A minimum of five years’ experience working on mining issues or other natural resources management issues (i.e. research, programming) is essential. You should also have extensive experience in economic policy research and advocacy on mining/extractive sector issues; of documentation and knowledge management; in organisational development initiatives (formal and informal); of macro and micro economic analysis, and of engaging in high level dialogue with government, mining companies and donors on extractive sector issues.
An extensive understanding of economic developments in the extractive sector; an ability to explain complex economic terminology in simple English to a range of audiences; demonstrable ability to use participatory approaches; skills in policy research and advocacy, and the ability to transfer skills and knowledge through formal or informal training and skill sharing is essential. You should also be a strong team player with a commitment to team building and a consensus-led approach to work; have excellent interpersonal and communications skills; maturity and sound political judgement; excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise, meet deadlines and work with limited support, and the willingness to undertake road travel in Zimbabwe and to travel to rural mining areas.
It is essential that you complete the application form in full, as very specific information is required and will be used to decide whether or not you will be short-listed for an interview. Please note that CVs/resumes will not be considered.
For further information and an application form visit: www.progressio.org.uk/jobs
Interviews (in Harare): End of February 2014
Please return the completed application form to: Recruitment@progressio.org.uk