Purpose of The Position: ActionAid Zimbabwe seeks to engage a consultant to perform the function of country coordinator who will be responsible for the implementation of the NGOs and Humanitarian Reform Project Phase 2 in Zimbabwe, with the ultimate goal of enhancing NGO (national and international) representation, participation and leadership in humanitarian reform and other coordination forums.
Key Strategic Performance Areas: • Develop/improve structures, capacity and skills for NGOs to assume active membership and leadership functions in humanitarian reform forums have been built • Strengthen in-country coordination mechanisms (training workshops, facilitate operational discussions on coordination and financing) • Co-ordination with the Project Internationally • Financial management and reporting (accurate and timely financial and narrative reports, ensure that project income is managed in a timely and appropriate manner, co-develop, closely monitor and report on country work plan and country budget expenditure) • Networking and relationship building (engaging key stakeholders)
A detailed Job Profile and Terms of Reference will be made available to shortlisted candidates.
Qualifications: Relevant degree/post-graduate qualification essential. Other Essential Requirements • At least 4 years practical experience in humanitarian response • Familiarity with the humanitarian reform process • Proven understanding and experience of advocacy and policy change work within a complex humanitarian context • Proven skills in networking and relationship building • Strong analytical and information gathering skills • Excellent writing and facilitation skills • Strong communication and representational skills • Strong budget management skills • Ability to work alone and on one’s own initiative • Cultural sensitivity. Knowledge of local languages (Shona, Ndebele) will be an added advantage. • Understanding of and commitment to humanitarian principles and action
• Willingness to travel extensively, mostly within the country and spend several weeks at a time away from home
To apply submit your curriculum vitae with a motivation letter to Human Resources, ActionAid International, 16 York Avenue, Newlands, Harare or jobs.zimbabwe@actionaid.org
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