Social and Economic Development Programme Officer : NANGO
Deadline: 18 October 2017
Vacancy Notice: 2017/SEDPO1
Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe
Organizational Unit: Programmes
Type of Appointment: Fixed-term, with possibility of extension
Estimated starting Date: November 2017
General Functions
Under the direct supervision of the Programmes Manager in Harare, and in coordination with relevant units at NANGO Headquarters and Regional offices, the successful candidate will work with the Programmes Unit for the implementation of the NANGO Social and Economic Development, and Government Engagement Strategy. The selected candidate will be expected to work on full-time basis during the assigned period. In particular he/she will:
Assist in researching, designing and develop Social and Economic Development programmes/projects in close coordination with the relevant units at NANGO
Draft project documents, logframes and budgets for submission to donors in coordination with the Directorate
Implement and oversee the existing Social and Economic Development projects within the Association. (monitoring, reporting and evaluation)
Provide key support to the Association and its members on strengthening the coordination of Civil Society Initiative in the area of Poverty Social and Economic Development, Human Development and Government Engagement Strategies
Participate in coordination meetings with partner NGOs, Government and the UN Country Team, as may be required
Represent the Association at high-level dialogue and engagement fora and meetings with the Government of Zimbabwe and other stakeholders from the public sector, private sector and civil society
Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant UN, NGO and government focal points in order to facilitate the work of NGOs in Zimbabwe
Prepare and submit timely, quality routine, special reports and briefings as required
Assist in developing and implementing appropriate capacity building programmes in Social and Economic Development for the Association, Implementing Partners and NANGO Regional staff
Perform any other duties as NANGO may require that commensurate with the postholder's abilities and responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications
The incumbent should possess a Degree in Economics, Development Studies or Statistics with a major in economic modeling, a Masters Degree is an added advantage
Possess experience and training for analytical and research skills, including monitoring and evaluation
Sound knowledge of the human developmental needs in Zimbabwe
Extensive geographic knowledge of Zimbabwe
Experience of emergency work in Zimbabwe
Knowledge of and sensitivity to gender issues
Class 4 drivers licence
Skills and Experience
At least 5 years working within the development context, with a focus on social and economic development, applied public finance, Child rights programming, and social and economic research.
Strong research and analytical skills
Strong presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to cooperate with other NANGO programmes and regional offices
Previous experience of working with and through partners
Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
Experience in supervising, guiding and training people, individually or in groups
Ability to establish good rapport with colleagues from partner organizations
Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Good computer skills e.g. Word for Windows, Excel, E-mail & Internet
Ability to work effectively with limited supervision
Familiarity with working with international NGOs, UN and other development partners.
Ability to manage more than one project at various stages of completion
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of marginalized populations
Ability to network, especially within NGO and governmental contexts
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of both Shona and Ndebele is an advantage
Method of Application
All applications should be addressed to: director.nango@gmail.com and copy info.nangozim@gmail.com or posted to the Executive Director, 15 Boddle Road, Eastlea, quoting the above vacancy notice number.
- NANGO
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