Harare, Zimbabwe, with regular travel throughout the country to visit projects
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.
