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How to Apply for Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe – Getting Your CV Right

Applying for a Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe is a simple yet could be a tedious task depending on the following; information available to you, your ability to access those information, your level of education, your level of awareness, you capability in planning and executing plans. The last aspect is often ignored by many, but as the saying goes, “fail to plan, plan to fail”. One way to begging applying for a Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe, is to have a well structured CV that is captivating and captures the attention of your the CV reviewer or interviewer. Aside from ensuring that your CV is well structured, the content you choose to include and how it’s written are equally important. When applying for jobs in a competitive market like, this guide will help you find the right words for securing that all-important interview when you apply for Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe.

Just a little tip; treat your CV as your personal advertising board, an effective CV will showcase your most relevant skills and experiences, whilst telling a prospective employer why you are right for the job.

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Lets get started.

To begin with you need to ask yourself, if you have you read the application advertisement and understood the requirement? Have you, the required qualification or skill set for the Job? Have you enough time to apply within the time frame?. Once you are comfortable with your answers, here’s some key points to serve as a checklist for you to consider when writing your CV. This is just an appetizer to the main course as you have to read the entirely article to gain the full understating.

A quick CV Check-list for Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe

Have you included your personal detail? – name, address, phone number and email Should be part of your heading. These are your main contact, without which a prospective employer will find difficult or impossible to contact you. People often forget them! Do not include your age or a photograph except expressly requested to do so.

Have you written a summary of your profile? – Your should consider making the next line after your heading a summary of your profile. It should be direct and a reflection of the role applied for and should reflect your most relevant experience to the job and your most relevant qualification. This could be skilled based or academic based qualification.

What is should be your priority in the body of your CV? – When you write your history, for an experience position, it sis important to start with your jobs experience followed by education qualification, while for fresh graduate jobs, you may consider starting with you educational qualification. Please remember put your most recent achievements first and in the order or relevance to the job you are applying for.

Are you wording professional? – You may consider using simple English words and sentences. The essence of a CV is to communicate your suitability for the Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe you are applying for. You can sound professional without using jargon or ‘management-speak’. Keep your writing clear, simple direct and focused. Remember that the person looking at your CV might not be an expert in your field.

Are you Words Focused? – Try to write your CV using as few words as applicable, this way you’ll keep to the point and avoid goofing around. You can say more in your cover letter and application form, there’s no need to go into depth in a CV.

Is Your CV Generic?– You may consider not to overlook is the importance of tailoring your CV to each job application. Although you only have a limited amount of space and time to highlight your abilities on your CV though. So it’s expected you’ll want to shift certain aspects to the front, emphasising the more relevant details. Within this you could also try to work in particular keywords used in the original job advert. Your description of certain experiences also might require a new perspective depending on the job you are applying for.

Is your CV too Long? – A quick suggestion is to make your CV’s length relative to your work experience: A one page or two page maximum for graduate trainee should be considered; if you have many years experience in a wide range of roles, you can justify a long CV. Academic CVs may usually be up to 4-5 pages long, whereas CVs tailored to the private sector should be about 2 – 3.

Are you Active or Passive ? – The use of past tense of participle gives a better perspective to your achievement. Use ‘doing’ words on your CV such as ‘developed’ or ‘organised’. This makes you sounds active and not passive. Adopting the right tone makes you sound confident and Employers not only want to hear about your relevant successes but also why and how you’ve achieved them. This however does not mean over-stating how great you are without any substance or Wordy jargon or buzzwords like “highly-motivated” or “team-player” are hollow in isolation as every CV uses them. So your aim should be to stand out by giving facts and figures – hard evidence that speaks for itself.

Have you considered the implication of what you have written or about to write? – For Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe and other parts of Africa, you may consider not to talk about your social life unless your activities display an important skill such as leadership or teamwork or any skill that could relate to the role and boost your chances of getting the job.

Have you provided Referees? – Don’t forget to provide names and contacts of your referees; at the minimum two referees should be provided if not specified in the Jobs Vacancy Careers advertisement and one should preferably be your current employer.

Have you proof read you CV? – Mistakes are common in writings; and for CVs, you may come across as being lazy or unprofessional which could be a turn off to the CV reviewer. There should be no spelling, punctuation or grammar errors: unprofessional CVs are rejected. If you find editing your own work difficult, get a friend to read your CV. you may consider showing it to as many people as possible: your supervisor/mentor, colleagues, even your family and friends. Their first impressions will help you to improve your CV. A good technique is to constantly revisit and refine your CV. Over time and with experience, your technique for language will get better. Couple this to the natural self-confidence you develop during spells of employment and your CV should surely reflect that. Taking time to periodically re-read your CV and consider how you might describe yourself again today is essential. You might even feel compelled to write sections again, or approach the whole thing from scratch.

It’s all about refining what you say and how you say it in the most concise way, and you’ll be surprised how your perceptions here evolve.

What to Avoid; If the check list above proves to be helpful, why not spend more time to learn common pit fall in CV writing

Thins to avoid when writing a CV for Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe

Jobs Vacancy Careers in Zimbabwe

Spelling and Typographic errors– A big turn off to most CV reviewers and interviewer. Mistakes suggest to employers that you haven’t spent the time and effort on your application and that you lack diligence. Get someone to assist in proof reading your CV. sometimes it’s difficult to pick our own errors as our minds forces our eyes to overlook them.
Don’t underrate any experience– present all valuable experience and capture the responsibility that ensures you utilised the required skills. remember your part-time jobs and internship programs but focus on the key responsibilities, skills and achievement
Avoid sending a generic CV – ensure you read and understand the requirement for the role you are applying for and Taylor your CV to match the applied role. You may consider making specific CV for each application, tailored to suit the role.
Avoid sending duplicates or multiple applications– sending duplicate or multiple entry could jeopardise your chances as you tend to make sorting difficult for the employer
Avoid any negativity in your CV– learn to eliminate In words in your CV that comes across as negative terms. the technique is to turn every weakness into strength for instance when you address any adversity, present such “challenges” as triumphant. Consider to avoid using negative words such as “hate”, “argued”, “quit”, “ignored” or “tried” is best policy, even if they honestly reflect your personal feelings. Alternative suitable phrases would be “overcame”, “persuaded”, “re-approached” and “delivered” .

Writing by SYT for Joblistzimbabwe.com

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Grants & Compliance Officer: International Rescue Committee

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Title	Grants & Compliance Officer: International Rescue Committee
Location	Harare
Job Information	Background With the guidance of the Program Coordinator and the Finance Manager, the Grants/Contracts Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with IRC policies and procedures and donor requirements in regards to contracts, sub-contracts, and sub-grants. This position will report to the IRC Program Coordinator and be based in Harare. Specific duties and responsibilities Grants and contracts – Facilitate/oversee partnership arrangements/agreements – Review sub-contracts and sub-grant agreements for SMT – Coordinate with HQ Grants Unit on development and approval of all grant/sub-grant agreements and contracts – Support to program staff and operations staff in regards to sub-contract and sub-grant management (compliance) – Advise and guide Coordinators and appropriate support managers/officers on procurement planning and transactions for sub-contract and sub-grants, in keeping with donor requirements and IRC policies, procedures, and standard practices – Monitor and check regularly balance sheet accounts reconciliations of sub-contract or sub-grant partners. Identify differences or discrepancies and follow up as appropriate, in keeping with IRC policies, procedures and standard practices – In coordination with the Finance Manager, review all finance reports of sub-contracts and sub-grants and ensure reports are submitted according to formats required, and work with the Finance department on expenditure verification for submitted reports – Carry out compliance visits to partners as required, in coordination with Program Coordinator and relevant sector/project heads Project design and project monitoring – Budget vs Actual (BVA) analysis: with data from Finance, compile BVAs and spending plans for all grants in collaboration with relevant project managers and coordinators. Ensure accuracy of all figures and check for errors across grants – In consultation with and in support of the Program Coordinator and relevant sector heads, support the design of budgets for new proposals in IRC and donor format in keeping IRC policies, procedures and standard practices – Generate draft donor reports. Analyze actual results to budget figures and provide monthly feedback to Coordinators and other senior managers. As required, support Finance to develop or modify detailed budgets in SUN format, to enable the generation of donor reports – Develop pipeline analysis spreadsheets for budget realignments or modifications such as NCE/CE, exceeding flexibility, etc – Assist program managers and coordinators to develop spending plans and monitor for progress and adjust as necessary – Raise issues in program implementation that may affect compliance to Finance Manager and Program Coordinator – Collaborate with Program Coordinator and Finance Unit on updating and tracking the operations budget Training – In collaboration with Finance department, train field staff on the use of BVAs, spending plans and other financial project management tools as required – Support field staff with training on compliance and sub-grant management. Other – Support the Finance Manager with carrying out balance sheet reconciliations, as necessary – Represent IRC positively and professionally in both internal and external relations and situations – Contribute to the development of the IRC team by modeling positive and productive professional work relationships – Participate in professional development activities, as needed or requested – Support Finance team during statutory audits and grant specific audits – Perform other duties, as necessary and/or as requested. Qualifications – Graduates of Accounting/Finance, ACCA, CA or any related field – Excellent Accounting and Budgeting Knowledge – Excellent IT skills, particularly use of MS Excel – At least 3 years prior experience in an NGO in similar position; demonstrated involvement and success in the key areas of this JD will be critical – As this position will initially handle a portfolio of four subgrants, successful candidate must demonstrate prior experience in successfully managing subgrants – Proven prior experience with donor compliance. Knowledge of USG (USAID, BPRM), European (DFID, EU, SIDA, etc) and United Nations (UNICEF, UNDP, UNFPA, etc) donor requirements and procedures is an advantage – Excellent organizational skills and ability to determine priorities and respect deadlines a must – Good communication skills as well as report writing skills – Detail-oriented with good multi-tasking abilities – Willingness to travel to the field – Experience using SUN accounting system is a distinct advantage To apply Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to:Zimbabwe@rescue.org and write Grants & Compliance Officer in the subject line.

Title

Grants & Compliance Officer: International Rescue Committee

Location

Harare

Job Information

Background
With the guidance of the Program Coordinator and the Finance Manager, the Grants/Contracts Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with IRC policies and procedures and donor requirements in regards to contracts, sub-contracts, and sub-grants. This position will report to the IRC Program Coordinator and be based in Harare.

Specific duties and responsibilities

Grants and contracts
–    Facilitate/oversee partnership arrangements/agreements
–    Review sub-contracts and sub-grant agreements for SMT
–    Coordinate with HQ Grants Unit on development and approval of all grant/sub-grant agreements and contracts
–    Support to program staff and operations staff in regards to sub-contract and sub-grant management (compliance)
–    Advise and guide Coordinators and appropriate support managers/officers on procurement planning and transactions for sub-contract and sub-grants, in keeping with donor requirements and IRC policies, procedures, and standard practices
–    Monitor and check regularly balance sheet accounts reconciliations of sub-contract or sub-grant partners. Identify differences or discrepancies and follow up as appropriate, in keeping with IRC policies, procedures and standard practices
–    In coordination with the Finance Manager, review all finance reports of sub-contracts and sub-grants and ensure reports are submitted according to formats required, and work with the Finance department on expenditure verification for submitted reports
–    Carry out compliance visits to partners as required, in coordination with Program Coordinator and relevant sector/project heads

Project design and project monitoring
–    Budget vs Actual (BVA) analysis: with data from Finance, compile BVAs and spending plans for all grants in collaboration with relevant project managers and coordinators. Ensure accuracy of all figures and check for errors across grants
–    In consultation with and in support of the Program Coordinator and relevant sector heads, support the design of budgets for new proposals in IRC and donor format in keeping IRC policies, procedures and standard practices
–    Generate draft donor reports. Analyze actual results to budget figures and provide monthly feedback to Coordinators and other senior managers. As required, support Finance to develop or modify detailed budgets in SUN format, to enable the generation of donor reports
–    Develop pipeline analysis spreadsheets for budget realignments or modifications such as NCE/CE, exceeding flexibility, etc
–    Assist program managers and coordinators to develop spending plans and monitor for progress and adjust as necessary
–    Raise issues in program implementation that may affect compliance to Finance Manager and Program Coordinator
–    Collaborate with Program Coordinator and Finance Unit on updating and tracking the operations budget

Training
– In collaboration with Finance department, train field staff on the use of BVAs, spending plans and other financial project management tools as required
– Support field staff with training on compliance and sub-grant management.

Other
–    Support the Finance Manager with carrying out balance sheet reconciliations, as necessary
–    Represent IRC positively and professionally in both internal and external relations and situations
–    Contribute to the development of the IRC team by modeling positive and productive professional work relationships
–    Participate in professional development activities, as needed or requested
–    Support Finance team during statutory audits and grant specific audits
–    Perform other duties, as necessary and/or as requested.

Qualifications
–    Graduates of Accounting/Finance, ACCA, CA or any related field
–    Excellent Accounting and Budgeting Knowledge
–    Excellent IT skills, particularly use of MS Excel
–    At least 3 years prior experience in an NGO in similar position; demonstrated involvement and success in the key areas of this JD will be critical
–    As this position will initially handle a portfolio of four subgrants, successful candidate must demonstrate prior experience in successfully managing subgrants
–    Proven prior experience with donor compliance. Knowledge of USG (USAID, BPRM), European (DFID, EU, SIDA, etc) and United Nations (UNICEF, UNDP, UNFPA, etc) donor requirements and procedures is an advantage
–    Excellent organizational skills and ability to determine priorities and respect deadlines a must
–    Good communication skills as well as report writing skills
–    Detail-oriented with good multi-tasking abilities
–    Willingness to travel to the field
–    Experience using SUN accounting system is a distinct advantage

To apply
Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to:Zimbabwe@rescue.org and write Grants & Compliance Officer in the subject line.

M & E Officer: Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF)

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Title	M & E Officer: Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF)
Location	Bulawayo
Job Information	The Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF), a peace building faith based initiative, has a vacancy at its Head Office in Bulawayo for an experienced and energetic M & E Officer. The successful candidate shall possess a degree in the social sciences, a minimum of 3 years M & E experience in an NGO environment, must have community workshop facilitation skills, and be prepared to travel widely though out the country. A clean class 4 driver’s licence is required and an ECLF Certification in Advanced Dialogue and Mediation Skills training will be an added advantage. He/she will be expected to setup, implement and regularly update an M & E database and provide technical expertise, support and training in the Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting of ECLF activities. To apply Applications and CV with 3 references shall be sent to: The Executive Director, Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum, Suite 5 Glendayne Flats, 12th Avenue/Josiah Tongogara, Bulawayo or P.O. Box 3123, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Or on email: director@eclfz.org Application deadline: 22 November 2013

Title

M & E Officer: Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF)

Location

Bulawayo

Job Information

The Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF), a peace building faith based initiative, has a vacancy at its Head Office in Bulawayo for an experienced and energetic M & E Officer. The successful candidate shall possess a degree in the social sciences, a minimum of 3 years M & E experience in an NGO environment, must have community workshop facilitation skills, and be prepared to travel widely though out the country. A clean class 4 driver’s licence is required and an ECLF Certification in Advanced Dialogue and Mediation Skills training will be an added advantage. He/she will be expected to setup, implement and regularly update an M & E database and provide technical expertise, support and training in the Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting of ECLF activities.

To apply
Applications and CV with 3 references shall be sent to: The Executive Director,
Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum, Suite 5 Glendayne Flats, 12th Avenue/Josiah Tongogara, Bulawayo or P.O. Box 3123, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Or on email: director@eclfz.org

Application deadline: 22 November 2013

Medical Epidemiologist: US Embassy Harare

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Title	Medical Epidemiologist: US Embassy Harare
Location	Harare
Job Information	The U.S. Embassy in Harare is seeking an individual for the position of Medical Epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control. (Starting salary USD $56,885 p.a., FSN-12) Basic function of position The Medical Epidemiologist will serve as the Senior Technical Advisor for issues related to health care in Zimbabwe; including Maternal and Child Care, Family Planning, malaria and medical care of persons with HIV infection and AIDS in Zimbabwe, including HIV prevention strategies such as voluntary male circumcision, to care and prevention of TB and other opportunistic infections, to direct pharmacologic treatment of HIV infection with antiretroviral drugs. The Medical Epidemiologist will serve as the Senior Technical Advisor for issues related to: Biomedical prevention and treatment of HIV infection and AIDS in Zimbabwe. This includes the full spectrum of prevention and treatment relevant to persons with HIV/AIDS, ranging from PMTCT and male circumcision, to care and prevention of tuberculosis (TB) and other opportunistic infections (OIs), direct pharmacologic treatment if HIV infection with antiretroviral drugs. This Senior Technical Advisor would need to be fully grounded in all aspects of prevention and treatment for HIV/STI/TB/OI, conversant with international and national treatment guidelines for such conditions, an expert analyst of the structure of health care and public health in Zimbabwe, and an expert in development and implementation of public health programs involving treatment, such as tuberculosis control programs. The Epidemiologist would serve as the technical leader for HIV/AIDS care within CDC/Zimbabwe, directing program activities supported by CDC, interfacing with many senior national and international leaders in this rapidly-changing, highly technical field, and officially representing CDC (and often the USG) in forums involving substantial responsibility, judgment, and visibility. A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities are available in the Human Resources Office – Telephone 263-4-250593 Ext 4207/4991. Qualifications required 1. All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. 2. Failure to submit documentary evidence for educational requirements will be grounds for disqualification. 3. Foreigners/Non-Zimbabweans must attach work permit documentation to be considered for employment by the Embassy – Medical qualification (United States M.D. or equivalent) is required, plus medical license to practice in Zimbabwe – Five (5) years of specialist experience in Zimbabwe in the surveillance and epidemiology of infectious diseases and clinical management of HIV/AIDS and HIV-related conditions is required. Five (5) years of medical and/or public health experience in a developing country setting with an emphasis on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections or reproductive health is required – Level V English ability is required. Fluency (Level IV) in Shona or Ndebele is required – Demonstrated ability to guide, motivate and lead subordinate staff and collaborators in designing and implementing complex health strategies and programs – Ability to manage, analyze and report on substantial program resources targeting relevant activities. – Proven ability to write scientific abstracts, reports and publications. To apply Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application: Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) obtained from the U.S. Embassy reception; or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE. Submit application to: American Embassy, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 3340, Harare; or email application to: hararerecruit@state.gov

Title

Medical Epidemiologist: US Embassy Harare

Location

Harare

Job Information

The U.S. Embassy in Harare is seeking an individual for the position of Medical Epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control. (Starting salary USD $56,885 p.a., FSN-12)

Basic function of position
The Medical Epidemiologist will serve as the Senior Technical Advisor for issues related to health care in Zimbabwe; including Maternal and Child Care, Family Planning, malaria and medical care of persons with HIV infection and AIDS in Zimbabwe, including HIV prevention strategies such as voluntary male circumcision, to care and prevention of TB and other opportunistic infections, to direct pharmacologic treatment of HIV infection with antiretroviral drugs.

The Medical Epidemiologist will serve as the Senior Technical Advisor for issues related to: Biomedical prevention and treatment of HIV infection and AIDS in Zimbabwe. This includes the full spectrum of prevention and treatment relevant to persons with HIV/AIDS, ranging from PMTCT and male circumcision, to care and prevention of tuberculosis (TB) and other opportunistic infections (OIs), direct pharmacologic treatment if HIV infection with antiretroviral drugs. This Senior Technical Advisor would need to be fully grounded in all aspects of prevention and treatment for HIV/STI/TB/OI, conversant with international and national treatment guidelines for such conditions, an expert analyst of the structure of health care and public health in Zimbabwe, and an expert in development and implementation of public health programs involving treatment, such as tuberculosis control programs. The Epidemiologist would serve as the technical leader for HIV/AIDS care within CDC/Zimbabwe, directing program activities supported by CDC, interfacing with many senior national and international leaders in this rapidly-changing, highly technical field, and officially representing CDC (and often the USG) in forums involving substantial responsibility, judgment, and visibility.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities are available in the Human Resources Office – Telephone 263-4-250593 Ext 4207/4991.

Qualifications required
1. All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
2. Failure to submit documentary evidence for educational requirements will be grounds for disqualification.
3. Foreigners/Non-Zimbabweans must attach work permit documentation to be considered for employment by the Embassy

–    Medical qualification (United States M.D. or equivalent) is required, plus medical license to practice in Zimbabwe
–    Five (5) years of specialist experience in Zimbabwe in the surveillance and epidemiology of infectious diseases and clinical management of HIV/AIDS and HIV-related conditions is required. Five (5) years of medical and/or public health experience in a developing country setting with an emphasis on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections or reproductive health is required
–    Level V English ability is required. Fluency (Level IV) in Shona or Ndebele is required
–    Demonstrated ability to guide, motivate and lead subordinate staff and collaborators in designing and implementing complex health strategies and programs
–    Ability to manage, analyze and report on substantial program resources targeting relevant activities.
–    Proven ability to write scientific abstracts, reports and publications.

To apply
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application: Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) obtained from the U.S. Embassy reception; or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE. Submit application to: American Embassy, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 3340, Harare; or email application to: hararerecruit@state.gov

Project Co-ordinator: FAO

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Title	Project Co-ordinator: FAO
Location	Harare
Job Information	Contract Type: Service Contract (NPP) Duty Station: Harare Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension Grade: SB4 Duties and responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the FAO Sub Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa (SFS)/FAO Representative in Zimbabwe and the direct supervision of the Sub-regional Forestry Officer SFS, the incumbent will provide leadership, technical support and coordinate outputs, activities and inputs for the FAO-EU project “FORESTS FORCES – Forests Sustainably Managed for Communities, Environment and Shocks Resilience”. In particular, the incumbent will – Coordinate, monitor and manage technical and financial inputs to the project activities implemented by FAO and its implementing partners – Collaborate with team leaders from partner organizations, technical backstopping officers, international and national consultants, private sector, NGOs, and government officials to plan and implement outputs and activities of the project – Prepare contracts with partners for implementation of project components, monitor implementation of the contract and ensure coordination and complementarily of the activities implemented by FAO and its implementing partners – Cooperate with FAO Procurement officer for timely procurement of equipment and materials for the project implementation – Prepare detailed annual plans and monitoring reports containing overall project progress and achievements in the pilot areas – Establish and develop collaboration with other international and national programmes, stakeholders/partners to ensure synergies, to avoid duplications of effort, and to identify needs and opportunities to promote development of methods and tools for policy processes and sustainable forest management practices for the benefit of the local communities and the conservation of the environment – Promote and coordinate the dissemination of information and results achieved by the project – Prepare terms of reference for and identify and select project staff/consultants – Monitor and evaluate project performance; keep supervisors and donor informed about the project developments and make recommendations for upgrading the project as per emerging needs – Assist in the evaluation of the project and external audit of partners – Perform other related duties as required Minimum requirements Candidates should meet the following: – Degree in Forestry, Environmental sciences or a related field – Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in management position in the forestry sector of Zimbabwe, including coordination, planning and communication – Working knowledge of English and at least one of the main local languages used in Zimbabwe Selection criteria Candidates will be assessed against: – Extent of experience in the forestry sector of Zimbabwe – Extent of experience in policy formulation, planted forests management, forest fire and pest management and forestry extension and training – Extent and knowledge of FAO programme/ projects – Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member and work effectively with networks and partner organizations – Extent of capacity building/training skills and communication skills – Level of language skills – Quality of both oral and written communication skills in English Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 21st November 2013. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded. FAO is a member of the United Nations and does not charge any fees in the recruitment process. FAO is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. Applications, CVs and certified copies of certificates clearly marked “Project Coordinator” should be submitted to: The FAO Recruitment Office, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Block 1 Tendeseka Office Park, Cnr Samora Machel Avenue/Renfrew Rd, Eastlea, P O Box 3730, Harare, Zimbabwe Or by email to: SFS-ZW-Recruitment@fao.org Application deadline: 21 November 2013 FAO is a smoke free environment.

Title

Project Co-ordinator: FAO

Location

Harare

Job Information

Contract Type: Service Contract (NPP)
Duty Station: Harare
Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension
Grade: SB4

Duties and responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Sub Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa (SFS)/FAO Representative in Zimbabwe and the direct supervision of the Sub-regional Forestry Officer SFS, the incumbent will provide leadership, technical support and coordinate outputs, activities and inputs for the FAO-EU project “FORESTS FORCES – Forests Sustainably Managed for Communities, Environment and Shocks Resilience”.

In particular, the incumbent will
–    Coordinate, monitor and manage technical and financial inputs to the project activities implemented by FAO and its implementing partners
–    Collaborate with team leaders from partner organizations, technical backstopping officers, international and national consultants, private sector, NGOs, and government officials to plan and implement outputs and activities of the project
–    Prepare contracts with partners for implementation of project components, monitor implementation of the contract and ensure coordination and complementarily of the activities implemented by FAO and its implementing partners
–    Cooperate with FAO Procurement officer for timely procurement of equipment and materials for the project implementation
–    Prepare detailed annual plans and monitoring reports containing overall project progress and achievements in the pilot areas
–    Establish and develop collaboration with other international and national programmes, stakeholders/partners to ensure synergies, to avoid duplications of effort, and to identify needs and opportunities to promote development of methods and tools for policy processes and sustainable forest management practices for the benefit of the local communities and the conservation of the environment
–    Promote and coordinate the dissemination of information and results achieved by the project
–    Prepare terms of reference for and identify and select project staff/consultants
–    Monitor and evaluate project performance; keep supervisors and donor informed about the project developments and make recommendations for upgrading the project as per emerging needs
–    Assist in the evaluation of the project and external audit of partners
–    Perform other related duties as required

Minimum requirements
Candidates should meet the following:
–    Degree in Forestry, Environmental sciences or a related field
–    Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in management position in the forestry sector of Zimbabwe, including coordination, planning and communication
–    Working knowledge of English and at least one of the main local languages used in Zimbabwe

Selection criteria
Candidates will be assessed against:
–    Extent of experience in the forestry sector of Zimbabwe
–    Extent of experience in policy formulation, planted forests management, forest fire and pest management and forestry extension and training
–    Extent and knowledge of FAO programme/ projects
–    Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member and work effectively with networks and partner organizations
–    Extent of capacity building/training skills and communication skills
–    Level of language skills
–    Quality of both oral and written communication skills in English

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 21st November 2013. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded.

FAO is a member of the United Nations and does not charge any fees in the recruitment process. FAO is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Applications, CVs and certified copies of certificates clearly marked “Project Coordinator” should be submitted to:

The FAO Recruitment Office, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Block 1 Tendeseka Office Park, Cnr Samora Machel Avenue/Renfrew Rd, Eastlea, P O Box 3730, Harare, Zimbabwe

Or by email to: SFS-ZW-Recruitment@fao.org
Application deadline: 21 November 2013
FAO is a smoke free environment.

UNRCO Coordination Associate: United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO)

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Title	UNRCO Coordination Associate: United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO)
Location	Harare
Job Information	Background The role of the United Nations in Zimbabwe has become increasingly important, as both the Government of Zimbabwe and its Development Partners consider the United Nations Country Team to be a key strategic partner and as playing a vital role in coordinating and channeling support to the country. The United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) is supporting the UNCT in these processes. Therefore, in order for the UNCT to successfully fulfil its mandate, a strong, flexible and versatile support office with strategic policy, advisory, planning and advocacy skills is required. Accordingly, the UNRCO is working under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) and providing a platform between the various functions of the UNRC. Under the guidance of UNRC and direct supervision of the Head of the UNRCO, the Coordination Associate provides assistance to the execution of services of the UNRCO by managing data and providing support to United Nations Country Team activities. He/she promotes a client-oriented approach and provides support services on UN system operations, with a particular focus on operational issues. Duties and responsibilities – Ensures effective support to joint UN activities – Gathers, manages and analyses information, creating and using databases – Supports RC-UNCT work planning, reporting and scheduling – Provides secretariat support as needed to inter-agency groups and committees – Provides technical and logistical support for the enhanced integration of non-resident agencies Ensures proper control and management of UNRCO financial processes – Monitors, controls and provides regular updates on UNRCO finances using ATLAS as the financial platform, in line with rules and regulations – Ensures payments are properly processed with supporting documents and on time – Manages procurement, expenditures and budget revisions Leads administrative and logistical activities of the UNRCO, including event management – Supports the organisation, planning and execution of UNCT activities, including retreats, workshops, seminars and other major events – Maintains electronic mailing lists of the UNCT and its groups – Maintains master contact lists of UN and partners Supports the improved office management of the UNRCO – Facilitates the creation of a knowledge management environment including synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt on coordination – Coordinates UNRCO staff meetings and promotes accountability through preparing and planning agendas and follow-up on action points – Leads efficient coordination of staff leave plans and monthly absence monitor forms – Maintains an electronic shared database on the UNRCO common drive – Maintains a current RCO inventory of furniture and equipment with comprehensive tagging/ labelling of items Please use this link for more information Application deadline: 22 November 2013

Title

UNRCO Coordination Associate: United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO)

Location

Harare

Job Information

Background
The role of the United Nations in Zimbabwe has become increasingly important, as both the Government of Zimbabwe and its Development Partners consider the United Nations Country Team to be a key strategic partner and as playing a vital role in coordinating and channeling support to the country.

The United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) is supporting the UNCT in these processes. Therefore, in order for the UNCT to successfully fulfil its mandate, a strong, flexible and versatile support office with strategic policy, advisory, planning and advocacy skills is required. Accordingly, the UNRCO is working under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) and providing a platform between the various functions of the UNRC.

Under the guidance of UNRC and direct supervision of the Head of the UNRCO, the Coordination Associate provides assistance to the execution of services of the UNRCO by managing data and providing support to United Nations Country Team activities. He/she promotes a client-oriented approach and provides support services on UN system operations, with a particular focus on operational issues.

Duties and responsibilities
–    Ensures effective support to joint UN activities
–    Gathers, manages and analyses information, creating and using databases
–    Supports RC-UNCT work planning, reporting and scheduling
–    Provides secretariat support as needed to inter-agency groups and committees
–    Provides technical and logistical support for the enhanced integration of non-resident agencies

Ensures proper control and management of UNRCO financial processes
–    Monitors, controls and provides regular updates on UNRCO finances using ATLAS as the financial platform, in line with rules and regulations
–    Ensures payments are properly processed with supporting documents and on time
–    Manages procurement, expenditures and budget revisions

Leads administrative and logistical activities of the UNRCO, including event management
–    Supports the organisation, planning and execution of UNCT activities, including retreats, workshops, seminars and other major events
–    Maintains electronic mailing lists of the UNCT and its groups
–    Maintains master contact lists of UN and partners

Supports the improved office management of the UNRCO
–    Facilitates the creation of a knowledge management environment including synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt on coordination
–    Coordinates UNRCO staff meetings and promotes accountability through preparing and planning agendas and follow-up on action points
–    Leads efficient coordination of staff leave plans and monthly absence monitor forms
–    Maintains an electronic shared database on the UNRCO common drive
–    Maintains a current RCO inventory of furniture and equipment with comprehensive tagging/ labelling of items

Please use this link for more information
Application deadline: 22 November 2013

Five (5) positions: DAI

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Title	Five (5) positions: DAI
Location	Harare
Job Information	DAI is seeking experienced candidates for an upcoming Food Security programme in Zimbabwe. The programme will look at developing markets and private sector to better support rural livelihoods; facilitating links between commercial markets and farmer groups to increase farmer productivity and income. 1) Team Leader Please use this link for more information 2) Microfinance Specialist Please use this link for more information 3) Market Development Specialist Please use this link for more information 4) Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Please use this link for more information 5) Agriculture Specialist Please use this link for more information Applications deadline: 30 November 2013

Title

Five (5) positions: DAI

Location

Harare

Job Information

DAI is seeking experienced candidates for an upcoming Food Security programme in Zimbabwe. The programme will look at developing markets and private sector to better support rural livelihoods; facilitating links between commercial markets and farmer groups to increase farmer productivity and income.

1) Team Leader
Please use this link for more information

2) Microfinance Specialist
Please use this link for more information

3) Market Development Specialist
Please use this link for more information

4) Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Please use this link for more information

5) Agriculture Specialist
Please use this link for more information

Applications deadline: 30 November 2013

Assistant Project Manager: African Wildlife Conservation Fund

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Title	Assistant Project Manager: African Wildlife Conservation Fund
Job Information	Seeking a dedicated individual with a passion for wildlife conservation to assist the Projects Director. Roles and responsibilities will include writing reports, database management and the management of field staff. The applicant will also be required to assist with elements of field-based research. Post requirements – Minimum MSc – Demonstrated field-research experience – Computer literacy and GIS skills – Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment with limited social contact – Excellent leadership skills – Sound knowledge of African wild dog conservation – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Confident public speaker Salary $300 per month. To apply Interested applicants should send a CV and letter of motivation to:rosemary@africanwildlifeconservationfund.org Application deadline: 2 December 2013

Title

Assistant Project Manager: African Wildlife Conservation Fund

Job Information

Seeking a dedicated individual with a passion for wildlife conservation to assist the Projects Director.

Roles and responsibilities will include writing reports, database management and the management of field staff. The applicant will also be required to assist with elements of field-based research.

Post requirements
–    Minimum MSc
–    Demonstrated field-research experience
–    Computer literacy and GIS skills
–    Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment with limited social contact
–    Excellent leadership skills
–    Sound knowledge of African wild dog conservation
–    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
–    Confident public speaker

Salary $300 per month.

To apply
Interested applicants should send a CV and letter of motivation to:rosemary@africanwildlifeconservationfund.org
Application deadline: 2 December 2013

Information Officer Harare: Local NGO Zimbabwe

Posted by Pamela on Nov 4, 2013 in Vacancies in Zimbabwe | Comments Off on Information Officer Harare: Local NGO Zimbabwe

Information Officer: Local NGO

Title	Information Officer: Local NGO
Location	Harare
Job Information	Job Purpose The Information Officer will be responsible for coming up with an effective communication strategy so as to link the organisation with its strategic partners. The purpose of this job is to promote the visibility of the organisation’s work, programmes and resources through various means of communication and to provide administrative, policy & research support to staff on the overarching goal and core themes of the organisation. Principle responsibilities – Review, support, maintain and manage electronic, manual communications and information effectively within the organisation and externally with partner organisations – Assist in research and administration tasks – Spearheading the information management and research component of the program – Assist in maintaining and updating the website – Produce an electronic newsletter with support/input from staff, members and board – Explore, establish and manage ICT platforms – Contribute to overall organisation support regarding internal/ external communication with partners, Research / Evidence – Assist in the collation of research/good practice that will be used to influence key areas of work and policy responses – Review and maintain the electronic resource/library on the website and promote this as a resource to partners. Database Maintain and update database containing contact details for members and external partners Skills – Be flexible and adapt to organisational needs and ways of working – Excellent written and oral communication skills – Ability to meet tight deadlines – Proficient in computer skills – Research skills Qualifications/Experience Should possess a relevant qualification in a social sciences field. A Degree will be an added advantage .The applicant should have proven experience in communication and Zimbabwe’s media field. To apply Interested applicants should submit their CV and motivational letter with an indication of expected salary to: informationofficer2013@gmail.com Application deadline: 10 November 2013 Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Title

Information Officer: Local NGO

Location

Harare

Job Information

Job Purpose
The Information Officer will be responsible for coming up with an effective communication strategy so as to link the organisation with its strategic partners.

The purpose of this job is to promote the visibility of the organisation’s work, programmes and resources through various means of communication and to provide administrative, policy & research support to staff on the overarching goal and core themes of the organisation.

Principle responsibilities
–    Review, support, maintain and manage electronic, manual communications and information effectively within the organisation and externally with partner organisations
–    Assist in research and administration tasks
–    Spearheading the information management and research component of the program
–    Assist in maintaining and updating the website
–    Produce an electronic newsletter with support/input from staff, members and board
–    Explore, establish and manage ICT platforms
–    Contribute to overall organisation support regarding internal/ external communication with partners,

Research / Evidence
– Assist in the collation of research/good practice that will be used to influence key areas of work and policy responses
– Review and maintain the electronic resource/library on the website and promote this as a resource to partners.

Database
Maintain and update database containing contact details for members and external partners

Skills
–    Be flexible and adapt to organisational needs and ways of working
–    Excellent written and oral communication skills
–    Ability to meet tight deadlines
–    Proficient in computer skills
–    Research skills

Qualifications/Experience
Should possess a relevant qualification in a social sciences field. A Degree will be an added advantage .The applicant should have proven experience in communication and Zimbabwe’s media field.

To apply
Interested applicants should submit their CV and motivational letter with an indication of expected salary to: informationofficer2013@gmail.com
Application deadline: 10 November 2013
Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Provincial Coordinator – Nutritionist Zimbabwe

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Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

The primary function of the Provincial Coordinator – Nutritionist is to coordinate all Nutrition Strategic Objective activities while taking direction from the Lead Nutrition Specialist. The Provincial Coordinator – Nutritionist will work closely with the consortium members, especially the SBCC/Nutrition Advisor and SBC/Communications Officer and IMC staff: Lead Nutrition Specialist, WASH Officer, Finance Administration Officer, and District Activity managers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise program activities in four Districts? Ensure close coordination and linkages of the Nutrition Strategic Objective interventions with livelihoods and agriculture activities.
Carry out activities per detailed implementation plan
Coordinate requests for inputs with logistics, technical, and finance counterparts
Provide day to day program oversight and management for the Nutrition Strategic Objective within districts
Verify program milestones and draft reports for the donor and program management to facilitate program decision making and monitoring

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and 5+ years of relevant work experience or a master’s degree in nutrition or public health and 3+ years of relevant work experience
Program development and management experience in a Humanitarian and/or emergency situation required
Ability to train national staff on state of the art approaches to nutrition response in emergencies
Demonstrate analytical and conceptual skills to plan projects, develop timetables for agreed activities and oversee staff activities? Strong organizational and supervisory skills? Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustration.
Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources.
Excellent decision making skills.
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government leaders and other donors
Ability to speak, read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in English

Medical Officer – Disease Surveillance and Response (DSR), Harare

Posted by Pamela on Nov 2, 2013 in Vacancies in Zimbabwe | Comments Off on Medical Officer – Disease Surveillance and Response (DSR), Harare

MEDICAL OFFICER, DISEASE SURVEILLANCE AND RESPONSE (DSR) (AFRO/13/TA110)

23 October 2013

The mission of WHO is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health.

Vacancy Notice No: AFRO/13/TA110

Title: Medical Officer, Disease Surveillance and Response (DSR)

Grade: P4

Contract type: Temporary appointment

Duration of contract: One(01) year

Date: 23 October 2013

Application Deadline: 20 November 2013

Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe

Organization unit: AFRO Africa Regional Office (AF/RGO), AF/DPC Disease Prevention and Control (AF/DPC)

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :

The Disease Surveillance and Response (DSR) Programme Area supports Member States of the African Region to establish and implement functional integrated early warning, preparedness and response systems that result in improved capacity for prediction, early detection and rapid and effective response to public health threats as stipulated by the International Health Regulations (2005). This is largely achieved through scaling-up of the integrated disease surveillance and response, acceleration of the implementation of IHR, assessment, development and monitoring of policies, strategies and plans related to preparedness for and response to threats arising from epidemic and pandemic diseases as well as other public health emergencies

Description of duties:

(a)Provide technical support to Member States in the assessment of their surveillance systems, development, implementation, monitoring and regular review of their strategic plans for integrated diseases surveillance and response including IHR (2005)

(b)Support Member States in updating and implementing their national IDSR technical guidelines in accordance with WHO policies, strategies and plans for prevention and control of epidemic and pandemic diseases; and in the updating and implementation of epidemic preparedness and response plans. This includes, enhancing priority diseases detection and response, setting up epidemic management committees, rapid response teams and contingency stocks or drugs, vaccines, injection materials and sanitation supplies;

(c)Provide technical support for timely detection, investigation and response to epidemics and the strengthening of country expertise for rapid response to epidemics and implementation of IHR;

(d)Strengthen inter-country cooperation in the epidemiological bloc through monitoring the implementation of the plan of cooperation on epidemic prevention and control review and regular update of cooperation protocols signed by Member States;

(e)Support the organization, follow-up and evaluation of regular technical cross-border meetings and strengthen the inter-country expertise in the areas of epidemic preparedness and response, public health surveillance and international health regulations;

(f) Strengthen coordination among partners, advocacy and contribute to resource mobilization;

(g)Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

A Medical degree from a recognized university with a master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology or Biostatistics.

Skills:

Broad knowledge of surveillance of communicable diseases programmes.
Skills in programme management and training.
Ability to organize, manage surveillance within the framework of Integrated Diseases Surveillance and Response.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships at national international level.

Experience:

Minimum of (7) seven years experience in the field of Epidemic Preparedness and Response in developing countries.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English or French and a good working knowledge of the other.

Annual salary:

(Net of tax)

US$ 67,483 at single rate

US$ 72,467 with primary dependants

Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable WHO to store your profile in a permanent database. Please visit WHO’s e-Recruitment website at: www.who.int/employment . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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