CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: SolidarMed
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 19 Jan 2015

SolidarMed implements a thriving country program in the Districts of Zaka and Bikita, Masvingo Province and will start in a third district in the same province in 2015.

Purpose of the position:
• Manage and implement SolidarMed’s Maternal and Neonatal Health project in Zaka and Bikita District
• Coordinate with project partners and link stakeholders
• Lead policy dialogue, knowledge exchange and networking in the area of maternal and neonatal health and in coordination with the Country Coordinator and promote and/or conduct operational research

Currently, the program consists of the following components:

• Maternal and Neonatal Health
• Decentralized HIV and TB diagnosis, treatment and care
• Hospital assistance Musiso and Silveira Mission Hospitals
• Operational research and policy dialogue

Key tasks and responsibilities as project manager Maternal and Neonatal Health:
• Assume the implementation, overall management and further development of the SolidarMed project “Maternal and Neonatal Health”
• Support the District health directorate with quality assurance and scaling up of services and evidence-based interventions for improvements in maternal and neonatal health, and with the piloting of new strategies
• Ensure coordination and effective communication with partners and stakeholders
• Ensure adequate use of all aspects of project cycle management tools
• Apply scientific evidence, promote lessons learned, network with research organizations and participation in research programs
• Coordinate with stakeholders such as the Provincial Health Directorate, Ministry of Health, other NGO’s, community groups etc.
• This position is not a clinical position, but includes participation in clinical mentoring and bedside teaching
• Apply project management tools such as budget control, planning, monitoring and review (Project Cycle Management) as well as reporting
• Contribute to fundraising (by writing the annual Project Description) and the strategic development of the project

To best fit into our active, interdisciplinary team we expect the following qualifications:
• Physician with clinical and public health working experience in the area of maternal and neonatal health in a developing country, preferably Africa
• Expertise in the area of PMTCT
• Degree in public health
• Sound experience in Project Cycle Management (including participatory planning, logical framework, report writing)
• High social competence, intercultural sensitivity, communication skills and networking capacity;
• Interest in knowledge sharing and scientific exchange
• Ability to assume responsibility and leadership within a team with flat hierarchies
• At least basic knowledge of the principles of operational research
• Solid computer skills: MS office suite (WORD, EXCEL, Powerpoint) and Internet
• Willingness to live in a safe, rural, remote area of Africa
• You are dynamic, hands on and develop initiatives

Language skills
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• German would be an asset

We offer
• SolidarMed offers an attractive benefit package, professional development opportunities and stimulating linkages with competence networks
• Rural African setting. Family posting possible, but no international schools available.
• SolidarMed is a medium size NGO, dynamic, flexible and with a clear vision. It is linked to bilateral organizations, universities, and other NGOs.

How to apply:

http://www.ngojobsonline.com/Job_443_Project+Manager+Maternal+and+Neonatal+Health.html?FromHub=reliefweb.int

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview
• Further information can be obtained by calling Dr. Pfeiffer at SolidarMed or sending an email to jobs@solidarmed.ch
• Applications are accepted in electronic format only, and with the reference “Project Manager MNH Zimbabwe ” Please also mention how you heard about the job posting (if internet, please mention on which site)
• Please send your application with CV (including your age and a photo) and a short letter of motivation to us via the link

Organization: International Foundation for Election Systems
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 26 Dec 2014

Senior Electoral Advisor-ZimbabweLocation: Zimbabwe, HarareDivision: Program Management Status: Consultant Position Number: C14:30 Project Description: The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is seeking qualified applicants for a Senior Electoral Advisor position on a potential, short-term election assistance project in Zimbabwe. The project’s start and end date is yet to be determined, but the Consultancy is anticipated to last approximately 5 months. Overall, the project is designed to help domestic stakeholders, such as Electoral Management Bodies (EMBs) and civil society organizations (CSOs), lay the groundwork for a robust electoral process. Job Responsibilities: • Establish and maintain productive working relationships with key stakeholders, and serve as a technical advisor to them on a range of election-related topics such as voter registration, public outreach, and capacity-building;
• Establish strong working relationships with IFES field staff
• Hold regular consultations with key stakeholders and act as a liaison between relevant groups, as needed;
• In conjunction with IFES’ staff, support the organization of workshops, trainings and meetings in line with the overall framework of IFES’ project;
• Hold regular consultations with current and prospective donors;
• Collaborate closely with other short-term consultants to ensure IFES work is carried out in a timely, coordinated, and professional manner;
• Contribute to IFES’ programmatic reporting to the donor, inclusive of regular updates for the monitoring and evaluating the project’s performance; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned by IFES’ Senior Global Election Advisor and IFES Senior Program Officer for East and Southern Africa. Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in political science, law, electoral administration or a related field is preferred; Bachelor’s required;
• At least 10 years experience with technical election assistance with EMBs at progressively more senior levels;
• Previous election-related work experience within Zimbabwe highly valued;
• Demonstrated ability to quickly build and consolidate relationships;
• Strong leadership, problem solving, coordination, and consensus building skills is a must;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Competency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel to Zimbabwe on short notice;

To Apply:

You must go tohttp:*www.ifes.org/***to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).**Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.

How to apply:

To Apply:You must go to**http:*www.ifes.org/***to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page

Organization: Manoff Group
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 06 Jan 2015

About The Manoff Group: For more than 40 years, The Manoff Group (TMG) has been an international leader in designing and assisting the implementation of programs that effectively promote good nutrition and hygiene, and allow communities and households to enjoy the benefits of improved nutritional status. TMG is also a recognized leader in innovative communications for development, especially social and behavior change communication (SBCC) promoting nutrition and health. Integral to our work is policy advocacy, capacity development among stakeholders, and behavioral monitoring and evaluation to strengthen a program’s impact on nutrition.

Project Summary: The Manoff Group is seeking a seasoned communications professional for a potential project to be funded by USAID in Zimbabwe. The project will target reductions among vulnerable households in poverty, and food and nutrition security, through improvements in livestock and dairy production, and through the promotion of improved nutrition and hygiene practices at the household level. The Communications Lead will be the technical and managerial head for social and behavior change communications supporting the livestock, dairy, and nutrition/hygiene components as well as for overall project-related communications.

Position Summary: TMG is looking for a seasoned professional to be the Communications Lead for the project. The incumbent will:

• Lead the design and production of communications products supporting project activities, including counseling tools, reminder materials, informational brochures and posters, mass-media (radio) spots, social media and mobile communications.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of social and behavior change strategy for the project’s technical components as well as for the overall project
• Direct project communications and knowledge management
• Support formative research, as needed, to inform the design of project interventions. Specific qualitative research methodologies to be employed may include Trials of Improved Practices, focus group discussions and in-depth interviews.
• Develop and help track critical metrics for assessing the effectiveness of communications activities
• As needed, manage contracts and deliverables with contractors such as Creative Agencies and media outlets

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the following or related fields: communications for development, health or agricultural education and/or communications, strategic communications, public communications, communications studies
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant communications experience working with government entities, UN agencies, PVOs or NGOs
• Experience with USAID-funded initiatives is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in applying behavior change theory and approaches in applied field settings
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills

How to apply:

For more information, please see The Manoff Group’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/manoffgroup) and website (www.manoffgroup.com). All applicants should submit their CV and cover letter to manoffgroup@manoffgroup.com by January 6, 2014 with the words “Communications Lead-Zimbabwe” in the subject line. Applicants will be evaluated on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as possible. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.The Manoff Group is an equal opportunity employer.**Only Zimbabwean Nationals or third country nationals who have up-to-date permission to work in Zimbabwe will be considered for this position.**

Organization: Manoff Group
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 06 Jan 2015

About the Manoff Group:For more than 40 years, The Manoff Group (TMG) has a pioneer in the design and implementation of community-based programs that effectively promote good nutrition, prevent malnutrition, and allow households and communities to enjoy the benefits of improved nutritional status. Based in Washington, DC, USA, Manoff also is a recognized leader in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of social and behavior change communications, especially in the context of community-based nutrition and hygiene programming.

Project Summary:The Manoff Group is seeking a seasoned nutrition professional for a potential project to be funded by USAID in Zimbabwe. The project will target reductions among vulnerable households in poverty, and food and nutrition security, through improvements in livestock and dairy production, and through the promotion of improved nutrition and hygiene practices at the household level. The Nutrition and Hygiene Lead will be the technical and managerial lead for the project’s nutrition and hygiene component.

Position Summary:TMG is looking for a seasoned professional to be the Nutrition and Hygiene Lead for the project. The incumbent will:

• Lead the strategic vision for community-based activities promoting the adoption of essential nutrition actions and essential hygiene actions
• Develop and help track the critical metrics for nutrition and hygiene behavior change
• Identify capacity needs, contribute to and implement training and other capacity-building activities for project and partner organization staff
• Ensure the integration of women’s empowerment into nutrition and hygiene promotional activities
• Ensure appropriate emphasis on the prevention of gender-based violence in all nutrition/hygiene component activities.
• Oversee and coordinate formative and operations research (as needed) to guide strategic program choices and intervention design
• Coordinate project activities with other USAID-supported projects in Zimbabwe

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in one of the following or related fields: public health nutrition, international nutrition, maternal and child health, health education and/or communications
• Minimum of 10 years of nutrition and/or hygiene experience working with government entities, UN agencies, PVOs or NGOs, including at least two years at the field level
• Experience with USAID-funded initiatives is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills. Proficiency in at least one other language desirable

How to apply:

For more information about the Manoff Group, please see The Manoff Group’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/manoffgroup) and website (www.manoffgroup.com).

All applicants should submit their CV and cover letter to manoffgroup@manoffgroup.com by January 6, 2015 with the words “Nutrition and Hygiene Component Lead-Zimbabwe” in the subject line. Applicants will be evaluated on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as possible. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Manoff Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Only Zimbabwean Nationals or third country nationals who have up-to-date permission to work in Zimbabwe will be considered for this position.

Organization: Social Impact
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 01 Dec 2014

Team Leader, DFID/Zimbabwe Program Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation (MR&E) Livelihoods and Food Security Program (LFSP), Zimbabwe

Background:

Social Impact (SI) is a Washington, DC-area international development management consulting firm. We provide a full range of innovative program evaluation, management consulting, technical assistance, and training services to strengthen international development programs, organizations and policies. Our global services are in the areas of democracy and governance, health and education, agriculture, the environment, and economic growth.

Objective:

The proposed two-year M&E services contract is to assist DFID to design and implement a monitoring, reporting, and evaluation strategy and provide M&E technical assistance for the Livelihoods and Food Security Program (LFSP). The overall aim of the four year, £45 million program is to improve the food and nutrition security of smallholders in the following eight districts: Mutare, Makoni, Mutasa, Shurugwi, Guruve, Mt Darwin, Gokwe South and Kwekwe.

SI is seeking a full-time Team Leader to oversee and guide all project activities, provide supervision to the design and implementation of evaluations and monitoring assignments, and serve as the primary liaison to the DFID office.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Develop the work plan and budget, coordinate activities, arrange and lead periodic meetings, consolidate individual input from team members, and coordinate the process of assembling the final findings and recommendations into high-quality document;
• Write the final report in concert with the Senior M&E Specialist;
• Lead the preparation and presentation of the key evaluation findings and recommendations to the DFID/Zimbabwe team and other stakeholders;
• Provide overall leadership for the team and be the principal liaison with DFID;
• Oversee implementation of a robust baseline for the LFSP program;
• Lead the design and implementation of a monitoring system for gathering data and information to assess implementation progress;
• Consolidate quarterly and annual program reports;
• Provide necessary feedback to the lead management organizations (MO);
• Track progress against target results as set out in the Business Case, parent log frame and project proposals;
• Inform DFID-led annual reviews by required reports and monitoring information;
• Oversee the Senior M&E Specialist in carrying out thematic and formative evaluations e.g. cross cutting issues such as gender, power relations and innovative approaches within the program;
• Oversee the Senior M&E Specialist in implementing a program impact mid-term review and impact final evaluation, and;
• Consider a follow-up evaluation around two years after the program has ended to ascertain the sustainability of the program.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in development studies, political science, law, international relations, monitoring and evaluation, or related field;
• Ten years of professional experience of designing, implementing, monitoring and analyzing qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation;
• Demonstrated ability to employ a range of different and innovative methodologies in complex, multi-component development programs;
• Experience of evaluating rural development programs;
• Experience of working in Southern Africa and Zimbabwe is desirable;
• Extensive international experience;
• Demonstrated socio-economic and strategic analysis skills;
• Excellent written communication skills, especially drafting evaluations, assessments, and reports;
• Prior experience on DFID activities or DFID evaluations strongly preferred.

How to apply:

To apply, kindly submit your CV and cover letter at https://socialimpact.devhire.devex.com/jobs/330199

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com

We will contact only eligible candidates to further discuss their availability. Please no phone calls. Social Impact is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 17 Oct 2014

Please note that UNICEF does not charge a fee or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other fees).

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you. For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

Background

Zimbabwe has made significant strides in increasing access to education for all children. The country’s education system earned a reputation by the late 1980s as one of the best in Africa. By 1990, Zimbabwe had achieved near-universal access to basic education while simultaneously maintaining high levels of quality and equity. The country reported the highest adult literacy rates in Africa well into this decade. However, between 2000 and 2008, the country went through a precipitous economic decline that depleted the financial, physical and human capacity of the education sector, with serious threats to access, quality and equity. A report on the progress made towards the achievement of Education For All (EFA) goals indicates that in 2006, only 70% of pupils managed to complete the primary school cycle (MoESAC, 2006). Recent statistics estimate that between 10% and 15% of children in Zimbabwe have never attended primary school (MOESAC Draft Strategic Plan 2010). In addition, a significant number of children, including those in extremely remote communities, those from indigent households as well as orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) either fail to make the transition from primary into secondary school or drop out. Many are now too old to be reincorporated into the schooling system. To add to the challenge, thousands of adolescents who have left school or who have failed to enrol in secondary schools have few, if any opportunities to improve their knowledge or practical skills. In the Education Medium Term Plan of 2011-2015, the Government prioritized reducing the number of children of school going age and young people who are out of school due to a variety of complex challenges.

Objective

The overall objective of this assessment is to determine the magnitude of the problem of out of school children and provide a holistic understanding of the broad and complex reasons for dropping out, how this takes place and the different situational contexts of out of school children and young people. Specific objectives are to:

a) Determine the number of out of school children and young people and those who at the risk of dropping out of school;

b) Profile the children and young people who are out of school; who are they, where are they, why are they out of school?

c) Identify education opportunities out of school children and young people are accessing;

d) Identify and profile government, civic society and commercial organisations and individuals offering out of school non formal education programmes; and

e) Make recommendations that will guide the design of policy and programmes interventions that more adequately respond to the diverse needs of out-of-school children and young people.

Methodology & Expected Output

The assessment will draw on a range of approaches that look at identifying, quantifying and profiling school children and young people of school going age who are out of school. The assessment will be two-pronged and follow a phased approach- outputs at each phase must be reviewed by the committee, before the subsequent phase starts. The work will consist of the following parts:

a) An in-depth review and analysis of literature related to Out of School Children and where possible, secondary data analysis of existing data sets to identify, establish and explain emerging trends and provide disaggregated data on the distribution of out-of-school children, vulnerability profiles, access to education, livelihood activities and other relevant characteristics.

b) A Qualitative Assessment of the children and profile institutions offering education programmes for out of school children and youth. The assessment should expound on issues emerging from the desk review and the broad and complex reasons for dropping out, how dropping out takes place, who drops out, and the challenges in utilizing opportunities for formal and non-formal education.

Specific outputs from this consultancy will be as follows:

a) A Report of the literature review and a secondary analysis of existing quantitative data sets and qualitative assessment.

b) A Report of the Qualitative Assessment profiling the reasons who children drop out of school.

c) A compilation of record of programmes and courses offered by government, Religious Organizations, NGOs and Commercial enterprises for out of school youth;

d) Report highlighting innovative practices and making recommendations to the MoPSE; and

e) Feedback at a workshop organized by UNICEF in conjunction with the MoPSE.

Consultancy Requirements

a) Minimum Master’s Degree for the team leader, with a focus on continuing education; a PHD is an added advantage;

b) At least 5 years’ experience in alternative education and /vocational training;

c) Local Language competencies and strong communication skills;

d) Strong participatory research methodology and publishing experience;

e) Technical competence in statistical data analysis and technical expertise will be required in areas such as qualitative research, technical and vocational education management, education financing and community development

f) Proven record of administering large scale commissioned research and experience in programme designing.

g) extensive experience in similar study programmes, preferably in African countries

How to apply:

Applications

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send , (either via email or by dropping in person ) your proposal including the financials ,together with curriculum vitae quoting consultancy name and number to the following address:

Human Resources Manager

(Consultancy Announcement No. Zim/2014:12)

UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,

Belgravia, Harare

or email:hararevacancies@unicef.org

**Applications should be received by 17 October 2014 .Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are especially encouraged to apply.***

Organization: Gender Resources Inc.
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 28 Nov 2014

ABOUT GENDER RESOURCES:

GRI advances gender equality and women’s empowerment so that all people – women, men, boys, and girls – have equal abilities and opportunities to lead more fulfilling lives. We utilize innovative practices in adult education, communication technology, and results-based program management to achieve programs with tangible impacts for real people. Incorporated in 2012, GRI is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) based in San Francisco, California.

JOB SUMMARY:

GRI is currently seeking a Senior Gender Advisor for the anticipated USAID-funded Poverty Reduction and Food Security – Livestock Development (PRFS-LD) program in Zimbabwe. The Advisor will have overall accountability to ensure strategic development, delivery of project results, and client satisfaction for women’s agricultural development project components. Periodic overnight travel will be required.

This position in contingent on funding.

Citizens of Zimbabwe are encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Oversee strategic development and program deliverables for gender and women’s programs

· Monitor budgets, grants and expenditures

· Serve as primary point of contact (POC) for gender

· Recruit and oversee international consultants and local national staff

· Maintain collaborative relationships with project staff

· Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual reports, work-plans, and success stories as required by client and GRI

· Travel to field to ensure successful delivery of program results

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Masters in agriculture, rural development, economic development, or similar required.

· Ten (10) years experience developing and managing agricultural and rural development programs for women; fifteen (15) years preferred.

· Additional experience with food security, nutrition, climate change, access to rural finance, and agribusiness development preferred.

· Prior experience in Zimbabwe required.

· Prior management experience preferred.

· Fluency in English required. Additional local languages a plus.

· Prior experience working on USAID programs preferred.

· Excellent management and administrative skills.

· High level of interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with all levels of staff, foreign government personnel, members of donor organizations, funders and policy makers

· Self-motivated and well organized.

· Ability to work collaboratively, supportively, and respectfully with others.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

· Flexibility and willingness to travel to difficult environments to complete program assignments.

· Citizens of Zimbabwe are encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

To apply, please email your CV (in English) to jobs@genderresources.com. Please include “Zimbabwe PRFS-LD”in the subject line.

Pay is commensurate with position and experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

GRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, or pregnancy.

Organization: Oxfam GB
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 16 Oct 2014

Monitoring and Evaluation Team Leader (INT0890)

Location:Harare/Zimbabwe

Contract Type:One year with possibility of renewal

Oxfam takes action against poverty all over the world. That includes fighting the symptoms of poverty and inequality. Join us as a key figure in our Zimbabwe team and you’ll help us to have more impact than ever before.

The role

Shaping and strengthening the way Oxfam works and increasing the impact of programmes is a substantial undertaking. Embedding monitoring, evaluation and learning systems, you’ll work collaboratively and inclusively with staff and partners to give thorough grounding in everything from monitoring methods right through to evaluation and analysis for the project in question. That means developing and delivering training plans as well as offering expert advice to enhance quality, coherence and effectiveness. You will also be involved in the documentation of project visibility through structured assessments, case studies and research. Beyond that, you’ll make sure we share what we learn and feed those lessons into reviews and future planning processes – really helping us become more effective.

What we’re looking for

To drive improvements across our teams, we need someone who is highly skilled at using research methods for monitoring, evaluation and learning. Someone who has developed and delivered successful training and coaching initiatives, and who has strong technical skills and experience in both the quantitative and qualitative sides of social science research. A strong critical thinker with an analytical mindset, you’ll also bring us a proven ability to communicate complex ideas, simply, effectively and engagingly. This experience should be supported by at least a university degree in Social Sciences, Developments studies, Agriculture or Economics with at least three years experience in the development context.

How to apply:

For more detail and to apply, visit our website www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and follow ref INT0890. The closing date for receiving applications is 16 October 2014.

Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS, people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people. This position is open to candidates with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe

This position is open to candidates with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 03 Oct 2014

Overall Objective

The overall objective of this project is to contribute to the reduction of morbidity and mortality due to WASH related diseases; to reduce the burden of water collection on women and girls and to improve dignity, basic education outcomes, gender equality and significant progress toward the MDGs by 2015. The specific objective is to reduce by 25 per cent those without access to safe water supply and sanitation in rural areas of five provinces through contributing to WASH sector recovery as well as modeling of best practices for national replication and informing national policy, strategy and guideline development. An immediate objective of this project is to increase equitable and sustainable access to and use of safe water supply and improve sanitation from 61 to 80 per cent and 52 to 76 per cent respectively. In addition, it is aimed at improving hygienic practices among the rural population in 33 low WASH access and cholera prone districts of Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Masvingo, Midlands and Mashonaland West provinces (up to 3,500 rural communities and 1,650 schools) by June 2016.

The overall objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support in the smooth conclusion of Phase 1 and preparation of Phase 2 of the Rural WASH Project

The specific tasks are:

· Develop a plan for the assignment and agree on the plan with UNICEF.

· Review and validate the Implementing Partner’s end of project and PCA reports.

· Conduct final assurance visits to the 10 Child Friendly School sites, assess progress against PCA and related budgets and prepare status reports for the same.

· Coordinate PCA negotiations with the 10 Rural WASH Project implementing partners.

· Assess Rural WASH Project implementing partners’ performance during Phase 1 of project implementation and to advise UNICEF on possibilities of negotiating new PCAs for Phase 2.

Review IP proposals and provide technical advice on appropriate project implementation planning, budgeting and monitoring, taking into account the overall project design.

Major Tasks & Deliverables

· Provide technical advice and guidance on developing bankable proposals and budgets.

· Prepare relevant documents for submission to the PCA Peer Review Group

· Submit monthly reports on achievements on the assignment.

· Assurance inspection of Child Friendly Schools Project sites.

· Review RWP Phase 2 IP proposals and Budgets and preparation of relevant documents for the PCA Peer Review Process

Consultancy Requirements

The competencies required from the consultant will have the following:

1. A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in the field of WASH at national or international level.
2. Demonstrated experience and clear understanding of the WASH sector and familiarity with the WASH sector in Zimbabwe is a must.
3. Excellent writing and communication skills in English
4. Expertise in the review of research work is essential.
5. Strong analytical (qualitative and quantitative) and conceptual skills
6. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines;

How to apply:

Applications

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application letter together with curriculum vitae quoting consultancy name and number to the following address. Either email or drop in person to:

Human Resources Manager

(Consultancy Announcement No. Zim/2014:11)

UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,

Belgravia, Harare

or email:hararevacancies@unicef.org

Applications should be received by Friday 3 October 2014 .Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are especially encouraged to apply.

Organization: Oxfam
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 05 Oct 2014

Oxfam is looking for a Senior Strategic Business Services Manager to work on resource management, in a fast-moving, dedicated and creative environment. So we’ll need you to lead on everything from finance and budgeting to systems and processes, and fundraising initiatives.

What we’re looking for

Highly numerate, exceptionally organised and with sound financial management skills, you’ll be a tried-and-tested business administrator, with good knowledge of business systems and processes. Thanks to your extensive experience, you’ll bring us an aptitude for strategic thinking and a talent for improving operational performance in fast-paced environment. You’ll also have proven your ability to analyse, interpret and communicate management information at a senior level. Beyond that, you’ll show a real commitment to achieving Oxfam’s vision and values as part of a team. So you’ll be confident building relationships at every level and have the communication and management skills needed to get great results and influence others tactfully and diplomatically.

A competitive reward package will be offered to the successful candidate. You will also receive benefits specific to your contract and these will include, annual leave, medical coverage and Gratuity. There are excellent opportunities for learning, personal and professional growth, innovation and connecting to the larger organization, its work and resources.

How to apply:

To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs

Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS, people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people. These positions are open to candidates with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe

Organization: Oxfam
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 05 Oct 2014

Contract Type – One year with possibility of renewal

We are looking for an exceptional leader with ability to manage, implement and monitor a large Global Environment Facility (GEF)/UNDP funded project focused on Scaling up Climate Adaptation in Zimbabwe, with a specific focus on rural livelihoods.

As the ideal Program Manager for Oxfam you must be an experienced developmental specialist with substantial knowledge in working with partner organizations, governments and social movements. In addition you will have proven experience of Climate change adaptation, community resilience and livelihoods programming built on mature understanding of relevant issues derived from field experience. Significant experience in policy analysis, lobby and advocacy, and networking is very critical for this role. You would be required to have comprehensive experience in developing and managing various donor funded programmes i.e DFID, EU, UNDP, SIDA . Also essential to this role is your demonstrable experience in project financial management, including budget preparation, monitoring and management. This experience should be supported by at least a university degree in international development, economics, politics, sociology and humanities. Masters degree and at least 5 years experience in senior management role of this nature would complete the desirable attributes of the ideal candidate for this post.

A competitive reward package will be offered to the successful candidate. You will also receive benefits specific to your contract and these will include, annual leave, medical coverage and Gratuity. There are excellent opportunities for learning, personal and professional growth, innovation and connecting to the larger organization, its work and resources

How to apply:

To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs .

Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from people living with HIV and AIDS, people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged people.

This positions is open to candidates with the right to live and work in Zimbabwe

Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 29 Sep 2014

ACF-UK is currently recruiting a consultant with experience in the evaluation of humanitarian / development projects and specific experience on evaluation of DRM and nutrition integrated projects for the external evaluation of the programme: “Building Disaster Resilient Communities in Masvingo and Manicaland Provinces, Zimbabwe”.

The start date of the evaluation is intended for 3^rd November 2014 and should run through to 30^th November 2014. This will comprise of approximately 25 days of work.

The full Terms of Reference and application requirements can be found on the ACF-UK website.

The deadline for applications is the 29^th September 2014.

How to apply:

If interested, please follow the link:http://www.acfin-hr.net/jobs/positions.php?hq=18

Organization: International Training and Education Center for Health
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 21 Sep 2014

Background:

UZ-UCSF Collaborative Research Programme on behalf of I-TECH is seeking suitably trained and qualified applicants to fill theposition of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) Program Manager. The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) is collaboration between the University of Washington and the University of California, San Francisco. It is a center in the University of Washington's Department of Global Health and has offices throughout Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), I-TECH is supporting Zimbabwe Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) in scaling up VMMC services in 21 districts. I-TECH is in partnership with its sub-grantees Zimbabwe Association of Church-related Hospitals (ZACH) and Zimbabwe Community Health Intervention Research Project (ZiCHIRe) in a consortium named ZAZIC.

Overview of Position

Reporting to the I-TECH Country Director, the VMMC Program Manager will play a central role in developing implementing strategies in order to meet the set targets while ensuring that quality and efficiency are attained. He/she will work closely with ZACH, ZiCHIRe, MOHCC, CDC, and I-TECH HQ.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic programmatic and technical leadership to the I-TECH VMMC program and ZAZIC partners to ensure successful VMMC program implementation.
• Lead the development of annual work plans, including identifying deliverables, tasks, accountabilities, and results indicators, and in establishing mechanisms to assure efficient work plan implementation.
• Responsible for program quality by developing, implementing monitoring and evaluation of support supervision plans, quality assurance plans, and frequent in the field data quality audits for ZAZIC supported districts.
• Work closely with MOHCC, I-TECH and the ZAZIC partners M&E leads to develop and implement the VMMC program evaluation strategy.
• Lead planning and implementation of ZAZIC implementing partners review meetings as well as biannual district review meetings
• Provide leadership for effective demand creation activities within the consortium
• Ensure timely dissemination of program data submitted by ZAZIC partners to critical stakeholders for the purposes of informing programmatic decisions.
• Work with the ZAZIC partners to monitor program adverse events (AEs) through timely reporting, active tracking, as well as leading regular clinical case reviews of the AEs.
• Work with the ZAZIC implementing partners to monitor usage of VMMC program assets and resources in order to achieve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare ZAZIC progress reports to MoH and CDC
• Represent the ZAZIC consortium in critical meetings pertaining to VMMC convened by MOHCC, CDC, or other significant stakeholders.
• Lead the identification of operational research opportunities and documentation of best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Medical degree with Masters in Public Health or other related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in the scale-up of VMMC programs regionally including skills and knowledge of WHO-approved VMMC procedures.
• At least 5 years experience in managing a national, regional or district health programs
• Experience working with the Government of Zimbabwe, USG funded programs, and funding organizations.
• Demonstrated skills in data analysis, program design, strategic planning, program coordination, implementation and evaluation
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, organizational and communication skills, with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a demanding environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, flexibility, diplomacy, cross-cultural communication, willingness to listen, and respect for colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, and close attention to detail
• Fluency in English and one or more of the local languages (Shona and/or Ndebele)
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Zimbabwe at short notice.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should forward four copies of their application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of certificates to below mentioned address. Also email your CV to hr@uz-ucsf.co.zw. The closing date for applications is 21 September, 2014 to:

Human Resources & Logistics Manager

UZ-UCSF Research Programme

15 Phillips Avenue

Belgravia

HARARE

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing candidates will be disqualified

Organization: International Training and Education Center for Health
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 21 Sep 2014

Background:

UZ-UCSF Collaborative Research Programme on behalf of I-TECH is seeking suitably trained and qualified applicants to fill theposition of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) Program Manager. The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) is collaboration between the University of Washington and the University of California, San Francisco. It is a center in the University of Washington's Department of Global Health and has offices throughout Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), I-TECH is supporting Zimbabwe Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) in scaling up VMMC services in 21 districts. I-TECH is in partnership with its sub-grantees Zimbabwe Association of Church-related Hospitals (ZACH) and Zimbabwe Community Health Intervention Research Project (ZiCHIRe) in a consortium named ZAZIC.

Overview of Position

Reporting to the I-TECH VMMC Program Manager, the VMMC Program officer will support the implementation and monitoring of ZAZIC VMMC Workplans towards meeting program objectives and set targets while ensuring that quality and efficiency are attained. He/she will work closely with ZACH, ZiCHIRe, and I-TECH HQ.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day programmatic and technical support to the I-TECH VMMC program and ZAZIC partners to ensure successful VMMC program implementation.
• Participate in the development of annual work plans, including identifying deliverables, tasks, accountabilities, and results indicators, and in establishing mechanisms to assure efficient work plan implementation
• Ensure timely collection and analysis of program data submitted by ZAZIC partners.
• Ensure program quality by developing, implementing monitoring and evaluation of support supervision plans, quality assurance plans, and frequent in the field data quality audits for ZAZIC supported districts. Travel for field support is estimate up to 50% of time.
• Work with the ZAZIC partners to monitor program adverse events (AEs) through timely reporting, active tracking, as well as leading regular clinical case reviews of the AEs.
• Represent the ZAZIC consortium in critical meetings pertaining to VMMC convened by MOHCC, CDC, or other significant stakeholder.
• Support operational research initiatives and identification of best practices.
• Work closely with the Demand Creation Manager and implementing partners to implement and monitor demand creation activities at ZAZIC sites

Qualifications and Experience

• Clinical qualification (Medicine, nursing etc.) and relevant post-graduate qualification
• Experience in the scale-up of VMMC programs regionally including skills and knowledge of WHO-approved VMMC procedures.
• At least 5 years experience in HIV prevention programs particularly VMMC
• Experience working with the Government of Zimbabwe, USG funded programs, and funding organizations.
• Demonstrated skills in data analysis, program design, strategic planning, program coordination, implementation and evaluation
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, organizational and communication skills, with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a demanding environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, flexibility, diplomacy, cross-cultural communication, willingness to listen, and respect for colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, and close attention to detail
• Fluency in English and one or more of the local languages (Shona and/or Ndebele)
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Zimbabwe at short notice.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should forward four copies of their application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of certificates to below mentioned address. Also email your CV to hr@uz-ucsf.co.zw. The closing date for applications is 12 September, 2014 to:-

Human Resources & Logistics Manager

UZ-UCSF Research Programme

15 Phillips Avenue

Belgravia

HARARE

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing candidates will be disqualified.

Organization: GOAL
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 26 Sep 2014

The Project Director (PD) will lead the implementation of a proposed three year $7.6 million programme that supports FAO’s DFID-funded Livelihoods and Food Security Programme (LFSP) in Manicaland, Zimbabwe. GOAL is the lead agent with two other international and one national NGO. This is part of a larger DFID funded programme that additionally addresses market linkage, access to formal financial services and productive safety nets, the programme aims to improve public and private agricultural extension services, increase agricultural productivity across multiple value chains, increase food and nutrition security (including through bio-fortification) and strengthen community based micro-finance.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The PD will provide overall leadership, management and strategic vision to the implementation of the LFSP programme, to ensure that the programme meets its targets and deliverables on-time and within budget. The PD will supervise programme staff and ensure accountability to GOAL policies and donor rules and regulations. S/he will be the primary programme representative to donors, relevant government entities, partners, other implementers and stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategy and Vision

• Lead the development of a vision and strategy for the programme shared with programme team and key stakeholders.
• Play an active role in identifying and developing new initiatives that foster and/or improve strategic objectives of the program and the country office

Program Management

• Oversee consortium program start-up, management and administration. Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems to reach desired impacts.
• Ensure that programme implementation is responsive to communities and partners and consistent with GOAL’s relevant programme guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan.
• Ensure beneficiaries are effectively targeted according to transparent criteria.
• Develop partnership frameworks, partner agreements/Memorandum of Understandings, and oversee partner capacity building.
• Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate.
• Ensure programme strategies and activities represent global good practice
• Supervise and/or review the work of programme consultants.
• Coordinate with GOAL and other consortium partners’ procurement, logistics, security, administration, and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.

Team Management

• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
• Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary in consultation with relevant consortium lead
• Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
• Provide team members with information and resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
• Help team members identify problem solving options
• Ensure the integration of team members into relevant decision-making.

Finance and Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with donor and GOAL regulations.
• Create and maintain systems to ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with program, donor and GOAL needs.

Representation& Coordination

• Represent GOAL and consortium partners at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Country Director.
• Coordinate activities with consortium partners, subgrantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other GOAL programs.

Security

• Work closely with the GOAL security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
• Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• GOAL team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced Degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness or relevant similar area
• Management or oversight of two projects in the agricultural livelihoods / extension / rural finance sectors
• with a minimum value of $5m eachwithin the last 10 years
• Strong skills and a track record in strategic visioning, leadership, and inspiring teams.
• Effective personnel management, coordination, and decision-making skills, with proven ability to be accountable for all components of the program.
• Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective listening, persuasion, negotiation and other techniques.
• Strong understanding of donor compliance, ideally with FAO experience
• Permission to work in Zimbabwe desirable but not essential

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful PD will combine exceptional management skills with experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships. S/he will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of GOAL in the region. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural teams and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail along with strategic vision are essential.

Due to the nature of our work, we aim to fill roles as promptly as possible and therefore may fill posts prior to the advertised closing date. Potential applicants are therefore advised to submit their details as soon as possible for consideration.

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document.

How to apply:

http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=...

Organization: Progressio
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 22 Sep 2014

Full-time, fixed-term contract, until 31 August 2015, USD$675 gross per month

For this post we are only able to consider applicants who are fluent in Shona or Ndebele, and have a good command of written and spoken English.

Progressio is looking for a resourceful, hands-on and people-orientated individual, with an excellent knowledge of Zimbabwe. The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Zimbabwe ICS Logistics Officer in logistical arrangements for the Progressio International Citizen Service (ICS) programme and will assist in the liaison between different ICS volunteer groups, local partner organisations and families hosting the volunteers. The post holder will also ensure that the UK and national ICS volunteers receive the support needed in order to successfully make a positive contribution to their placement, during a 10 week placements in Zimbabwe. S/he will also support the national volunteers with their Action At Home.

The successful candidate should have the ability to manage a varied, demanding workload and communicate well with a wide range of people, particularly young adults.

The successful candidate should have a degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or Administration, or equivalent experience.

You should have demonstrable experience in logistics, or of working in a similar role; managing and prioritising a heavy workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines; proactively identifying and addressing issues, and working with people of other cultures, backgrounds and ages, including young adults.

An in-depth knowledge and understanding of Zimbabwe culture and society; excellent attention to detail, accuracy and proven analytical and problem solving skills; demonstrable interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with and build effective and professional relationships with individuals/groups from different cultural backgrounds and ages; a flexible and positive approach to work, including the ability to cope with changing circumstances, and good computer and numeracy skills are essential. You should also have full employment rights in Zimbabwe; sensitivity to culture, gender, religion, race, nationality and age; a driving licence, and the willingness to work outside office hours and during weekends and to drive within the country, sometimes at short notice.

How to apply:

It is essential that you complete an 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 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): Week of 29 September

Please return the completed application form to: Recruitment@progressio.org.uk