Vacancy : Information Officer

The Institute for Young Women Development is a young-women development oriented organization working in the fields of advocacy and lobbying on young women's issues and rights, capacity development and livelihoods. The organisation which is headquartered in Bindura and operating in Mashonaland Central Province is looking for a young, dynamic and creative person for the post of Information Officer.

The Officer will report directly to the Director.

Key responsibilities

The incumbent will be expected to support the organisation's information management and internal and external communications functions through:

-    Developing the organisation's communications strategy

-    Development of communication materials and coordination of organisational publications, dissemination of information to members, partners and stakeholders

-    Writing and editing reports, newsletters, generation of website content, etc

-    Managing and updating the organisation's social media sites

-    Coordination of the organisation's projects information on implementation and impact

-    Handling of external information requests

-    Assist in development of project proposals, organising projects activities, facilitating meetings and workshops, monitoring of activities and effective communication of updates from the meetings

-    Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications and skills

-    A degree in journalism, media and mass communications or any other social sciences/related fields

-    Experience in young women/youth development issues in Zimbabwe and ability to work with rural communities

-    Good communication and report writing skills

-    Strong organizing, planning and management skills

-    Computer proficiency

-    Excellent oral and written communication skills

-    Ability to work under pressure

To apply

If you meet the above criteria, please forward your current CV and relevant certificates via email to: hr.iywd2011@gmail.com

Application deadline: 6 July 2013

Vacancy: ICT Officer

The Information and Communications officer will report to the National Coordinator

Job purpose

-    To provide ICT-enabled communications, information sharing and networking support to the Youth Forum

-    To promote the visibility of the organization's work

Duties

-    Coordinate the development of the Youth Forum's Communications strategy for increased visibility and impact

-    Write and support members to write media advisories, press releases, backgrounders, letters to the editor and opinion articles, and pitch these materials to targeted audiences

-    Coordinate responses to media requests, write and coordinate the production of the Youth Forum's communication materials

-    Edit, proofread and publish Youth Forum publications, including reports, booklets, info sheets, Q&A documents, and briefing papers

-    Promote Youth Forum profile, knowledge, interventions and products through a range of social and other media forms in order to provide a base for implementation of strategy and plans

-    Build a growing bank of applied knowledge in online tools, online campaigning, and other online supporter engagement strategies

-    Manage, design, and evaluate usability and impact of the Youth Forum website with a bias towards Youth Forum members through involving them in the organisation's campaign work

-    Establish and maintain online platforms to engage with Youth Forum members, networks and spheres of influence

-    Making information relevant and accessible to members -Provide effective rapid response to unplanned situations through having an influential online presence via our website, blogs and other relevant online spaces

-    Advise the organization on public interest issues, strengthen and grow our stakeholders' base as well as Youth Forum's influence in public discourse

-    Integrate standardized data capture of activities in community organizing and other forms on offline communications activities

-    Contribute to Youth Forum mass mobilization planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation and provide regular update to relevant senior staff

-    Assist in drafting M& E protocol

Qualifications

-    Academic Degree in communication or similar

-    Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills

-    Confident user of all Microsoft Office applications, databases and web management

-    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (orally and in writing), ability to write in a range of styles, precision and ability to be self-organized within a complex team

-    Confident manner when acting externally

-    Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team

-    Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks and produce good quality work within tight time constraints

-    A quick learner with a positive attitude is ideally suited to this position

-    Experience in grant proposal writing

-    Clean class 4 drivers licence will be an added advantage

Selection criteria

Please address the following selection criteria in no more than three pages.

1: Highly developed writing, editing, interpersonal skills and proactive communication

2: Demonstrated ability in grant and funding proposal writing skills

3: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of political dynamics and the situation of youth in Zimbabwe.

4: Demonstrated ability of ICT-based information and communications skills.

5: Ability to work effectively autonomously and as a member of a small team and contribute to further development of the service.

6: Excellent oral and written communication skills.

To apply

Please send a covering letter describing your interest, qualifications, salary requirements, traceable references and all official documents including your CV to Youth Forum, at: youthforumzim@yahoo.co.uk or drop your application at: Youth Forum Zimbabwe, 7th Floor FBC House, 113 L. Takawira Street, Harare.

Application deadline: 5 July 2013

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Vacancy:Administrator

The Institute of Creative Art for Progress in Africa (incorporating Women Filmmakers of Zimbabwe and Nyerai Films) is looking for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill in the post of Office Administrator/Bookkeeper/Logistician.

Key Result Areas

-    General office administration

-    Bookkeeping to trial balance

-    Office management

-    Event coordination

-    Writing financial reports

-    Reporting to the Board

Send your CVs to: wfoz@icapatrust.org or call 04-862355/0775553273

Application deadline: 3 July 2013

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Vacancy: Brand Manager

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the above position that has arisen in the Marketing division. Based in Harare, the successful candidate will report to the Head of Marketing.

The incumbent will:

Develop marketing strategy and plan.

Prepare and implement annual brand operational plans and effective brand communication with external and internal clients.

Develop and ensure correct use of marketing tool kit to safe guard brand presentation consistency.

Develop new markets, products, services and their delivery to customers.

Work closely with Research companies and Advertising agencies.

Facilitate efficient resolution of customer service issues.

Conceptualize and implement launches and PR events

 

Qualifications and experience:

Marketing degree, Business Studies or IMM degree.

At least 2-3 years' experience in the marketing field.

Good management skills.

Be able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders and in particular customers.

Proven record of innovation.

Competitive package on offer to successful candidate.

Interested candidates should send a detailed CV to:

Email: hr [at] natfood.co.zw

Closing date: 4 July 2013.

Vacancy : Group Human Resources Executive

This is a senior level position within the Edgars Stores Ltd group in Zimbabwe. Although a non-director level appointment, the incumbent will report to the Group CEO and will be a member of the group's Executive Committee.

Key Attributes:
A seasoned and well rounded Human Resources Practitioner with a minimum of 10 years experience to provide leadership and ensure relevance and alignment of HR policies and practices to business strategy and execution.

A comprehensive understanding of the Labour Act and subsidiary legislation and the practical application of Labour laws in the context of the role of enlightened Workers Committees and Works Council in a dynamic business environment to ensure industrial harmony.

A well groomed individual with confidence and excellent communication skills, both verbal and in writing, and the ability to confidently make presentations to executive colleagues and the Board. As an invitee to the Board's Executive Remuneration & Nominations Committee, to provide secretarial service and advice to the Committee as necessary.

Demonstrable authority on principles of Job Evaluation and practical experience in personally chairing grading committees using a modern job evaluation system, with credible outcomes.

Ability to conduct high level interviews and the production of quality interview reports for senior executive appointments, up to director level.

Ability to oversee group training and development and ensure the necessary momentum and acceptable and constantly reviewed Succession Plans.

Educational Qualifications:
A relevant university degree plus full membership of IPMZ.

Salary and Other Benefits:
A competitive package is on offer.

Applications to be addressed to:
Email: d.moyo [at] edgars.co.zw

Or

Group Human Resources Director Edgars Stores Ltd
P.O. Box 894
BULAWAYO

Note: Applications by e-mails, CVs must be attached.

Closing date: 12 July 2013