Current Vacancies

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  18 December 2023

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :15 January 2024.  

Job Title       :     National Statistical System (NSS) Coordination Manager – Re-advertisement

Location       :     Head Office Harare

Job Grade    :      E4

Reporting to:      Director-Statistical Services

Job Purpose

The job holder will be charged with coordinating the National Statistical System (NSS) including statistical development.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

• A first degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Operations Research and Statistics/ Economics / Social Sciences or equivalent with a quantitative bias.
• Masters’ degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Have at least 5 years working experience as a statistician.
• Excellent computer skills including use of statistical packages and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Must be a good team player.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.

     Duties and Responsibilities

•  Developing a comprehensive departmental work plan in line with the divisions’ annual plan and managing its implementation.
• Planning, budgeting, monitoring and coordination of all activities in the department.
• Coordinating the National Statistical System working closely with MDAS.
• Coordinating the Development and implementation of the National Strategy for Development of Statistics (NSDS).
• Leading the Statistical development team in generating new business through strategic partnerships with potential new and old clients.
• Providing technical expertise on development of business proposals.
• Staff mentoring, supervision and performance appraisals.

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DATE OF ISSUANCE :  18 December 2023

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :15 January 2024.  

Job Title       :      Provincial Manager – Re-advertisement

Location       :     1 x Midlands Province
                            1 x Masvingo Province
                            1 x Bulawayo Province
                            1 x Mash East Province
                            1 x Mash West Province
                            1 x Mat North Province
                            1 x Mat South Province 

Job Grade    :      E4

Reporting to:      Director-Statistical Services

Job Purpose

The job holder will be charged with the responsibility of providing leadership and management of all technical and administrative activities in the Province.

 Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

    • A first degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Operations Research and Statistics/ Population studies and Demography or equivalent with a quantitative bias.
• Master’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Operations Research and Statistics/ Population Studies and Demography or equivalent with a quantitative bias.
• Excellent computer skills including use of statistics packages and Microsoft Office.
• Have at least 5 years of working experience as a statistician.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Must be a good team leader.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills..

     Duties and Responsibilities

•      Develop a comprehensive work plan for the province in line with the division’s annual plan and manage its implementation.
•      Managing the Provincial Office and providing leadership, direction, support and advice to the Provincial team.
•      Overseeing and managing censuses and surveys within the Province.
•      Preparing the budget for the Provincial Office and managing existing resources.
•      Participating and facilitating stakeholder meetings at provincial level.
•      Create linkages and networks within the province, aimed at boosting relations with relevant structure including business and other MDAs
•      Staff mentoring supervision and performance appraisals. 

   Closing date : 15 December 2023 

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DATE OF ISSUANCE :  24^TH November 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  03^rd DECEMBER 2023.  

Job Title       :          Internal Audit – Re-advertisement

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          D3

Reporting to:      Internal Audit Head

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for assisting the Agency to accomplish its objectives by carrying out audits in a systematic and disciplined approach by evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance issues.

 Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

·      A degree in Forensic Accounting and Auditing/Accounting

·      Working towards achievement of CFE /CISA / CIA will be added advantage

·      At least 1 years’ experience in Internal Auditing

·      Sound knowledge of SAP and Excel and strong appreciation of IPSAS and IFRS  

·      Assertiveness and well-developed presentation and communication skills

·      Ability to work under pressure

·      Higher level of integrity, analytical skills and professional ethics.

     Duties and Responsibilities

        ·      Carry out Audits of ZIMSTAT in line with the Internal Audit Plan and in accordance with the Institute of Internal Audit Standards of best practice.

   Closing date : 03 December 2023 

Post   :                   Procurement Office Re-advertisement 

Duty Station:          Head Office (Harare)

Job Grade:             D3

Job Purpose:Reporting to Procurement Manager, the job holder will be charged with the responsibility of Procurement process.

Responsibilities and Duties

1.    Ensuring adherence and compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (PPDPA) [Chapter 22:23] and the General Regulations (S.I 5 of 2018) and its Amendments

2.    Preparing the Annual Procurement and Individual Plan in accordance with PPDPA Act [Chapter 22:23]

3.    Preparing Procurement Returns for submission to PRAZ and other internal reports as assigned

4.    Sourcing and making recommendations on the best supplier in order for the Agency to acquire goods, services and works at advantageous terms which include value for money, cost saving and best quality

5.    Preparing bidding documents in compliance with the Provision of the PPDPA Act [Chapter 22:23]

6.    Designing specifications and the evaluation criteria in liason with the user departments

7.    Managing the bidding process

8.    Managing the evaluation of bids in line with the stipulated evaluation criteria

9.    Administering supplier contracts.

10. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly Procurement Reports in line with PRAZ and other internal guidelines

Qualifications and work experience

1.    Honours Degree in Purchasing and Supply/Supply Chain Management or equivalent.

2.    At least 1 years post qualification experience in a public sector entity

 Key competencies and attributes

1.    Knowledge of Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act. (Chapter 22:23)

2.    Must be a team player, highly skilled communicator with proven and outstanding negotiating and networking skills.

3.    Ability to work under pressure to meet important deadlines.

4.    Ability to avoid any conflict of interest in the procurement process

 Closing date   :  03 December 2023 

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Internal Vacancy post

 Post:                   7 X Statisticians

DATE OF ISSUANCE:                           12 SEPTEMBER 2023

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:        26 SEPTEMBER 2023

Divisional allocation : (   Production Statistics
Division 3, Demography and Social Statistics Division  1 post, Macroeconomics Division 2, Statistical Services Division   1)                      

 Duty Station:      Harare 

Reporting to:       Manager 

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for analyzing, cleaning, and conducting quality control checks in data collection to ensure the Agency’s objectives are achieved. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• ·  Analyzing and cleaning data.

  ·     Conducting quality control checks in data collection.

  ·     Coding, editing and processing data.

  ·     Drafting survey instruments and work plans.

  ·     Tabulation of statistical systems.

   

   

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competence

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  ·      A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Operations Research, with a quantitative bias from a recognized
  University.

  ·      A Master’s degree in the relevant field is an added advantage.

  ·      One-year experience in the statistics field.

  ·      High level of integrity and confidentiality.

  ·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  ·      Highly organized with keen attention to detail.

  ·      Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

  ·      Computer literacy. 

   

 Closing date : 26 September 2023 

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  17^TH AUGUST 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  07^TH SEPTEMBER 2023.  

Job Title       :          Internal Audit X 2

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          D3

Reporting to:      Internal Audit Head

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for assisting the Agency to accomplish its objectives by carrying out audits in a systematic, disciplined approach by evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance issues.

 Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

·      A degree in Auditing/Accounting

·       CFE /CISA / CIA or equivalent

·      3 years’ experience in Internal Auditing

·      Sound knowledge of SAP

·      Assertiveness and well-developed presentation and communication skills

·      Ability to work under pressure

·      Higher level of integrity, analytical skills and professional ethics.

     Duties and Responsibilities

        ·      Carry out Audits of ZIMSTAT in line with the Internal Audit Plan and in accordance with the Institute of Internal Audit            Standards of best practice.

   Closing date : 07 September 2023 

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  17^TH AUGUST 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  07^TH SEPTEMBER 2023.  

Job Title       :          Legal and Corporate Officer 

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          E1

Reporting to:      Legal and Corporate Manager

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for providing guidance on corporate governance matters, developing governance policies and programs, representing the Agency in legal proceedings as well as providing legal advice on legal matters.

 Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

· Bachelor of Laws (LLBS) Degree or equivalent.

     · At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience in a public sector entity.

     · An understanding of the legal system in Zimbabwe.

    · Knowledge of various statutes including a thorough understanding of the Census and Statistics 

      Act (Cap 10:29)

     · Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

      · Strong negotiation skills.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    ·      Representing the Agency on legal matters with special expertise on labour issues and contracts.

 Closing date : 07 September 2023 

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  25^RD JUNE 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  07^TH JULY 2023.  CLOSED

Job Title       :          Director – Finance and Administration

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          F

Reporting to:        Director-General

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for overseeing the execution of financial, stores, assets, transport and administrative management of the Agency to ensure that its objectives are achieved. 

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

·     First degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration majoring in Accounting and Finance from a reputable university.

·     Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

·     Membership to professional accounting bodies such as ACCA and CPA.

·     At least 10 years of progressive and professional accounting experience, preferably in a relatively large institutional set up, of which at least 5 years should have been in a senior management role related to accounting and finance.

·     Good leadership and managerial skills

·     Excellent communication skills

·     Open minded, decisive and approachable

·     Certification in IPSAS an added advantage.

·     Computer literate and conversant with SAP.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Closing date : 07 July 2023 

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  25^RD JUNE 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  07^TH JULY 2023. CLOSED

Job Title       :          Driver 

Location       :         1x Midlands, 1x Bulawayo, 1x Matabeleland South, 1x Matabeleland North.

Job Grade    :          B2

Reporting to:      Provincial Administration Officer

Job Purpose

The job holders will be charged with the responsibility of driving and the general maintenance of the vehicles at assigned province.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

 ·      5 ‘O’ levels including Mathematics and English

·      Clean Class 2 Driver’s license.

·      Valid Defensive Driving Certificate.

·      At least two years’ experience.

·      Team player

·      Excellent communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities

1.    Driving services as assigned.

2.    Collection and delivery of items.

3.    Maintenance of vehicles.

4.    Cleaning vehicles at all times.

 Closing date : 07 July 2023 

DATE OF ISSUANCE :  23^RD APRIL 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  29^TH APRIL 2023. 

Job Title       :          Director – Human Resources Officer

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          F

Reporting to:        Director-General

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for developing and executing the human resource strategy in support of theoverall business plan and strategic direction of the Agency, specifically in the areas of change management, learning and development, organisational and performance management, talent management and compensation.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

·     First degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent from a reputable University

·     A Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent.

·     At least five (5) years relevant post-qualification experience in human resource practice of which one (1) should have been at
managerial level.

·     In-depth knowledge and application of Zimbabwean Labour Laws, Human Resource Systems and data bases is a must.

·     Possession of strong negotiation, conflict resolution and counselling skills.

·   Demonstrate high degree of integrity and professionalism.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Closing date : 29 April 2023 

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DATE OF ISSUANCE :  23^RD APRIL 2023 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS :  29^TH APRIL 2023. 

Job Title       :          Director – Finance and Administration

Location       :          Harare

Job Grade    :          F

Reporting to:          Director-General

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for the provision of overall leadership and direction to the Information Technology Department to ensure the provision of effective and efficient Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Services to the Agency.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

·     First Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent.

·     A relevant Master`s Degree is a must.

·     Accredited certifications in CEH, CISSP, ISO 27001 or CT Security.

·     At least 1-year relevant experience at managerial level.

·      Sound technical knowledge of IT operations, systems, hardware and infrastructure development.

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration with users.

·      Strong leadership and project management skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Closing date : 29 April 2023 

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Internal Vacancy post

 Post:                   10 X Provincial Managers

 Duty Station:      Provincial City (one post for each Province)

Job Grade:           E4

Reporting to:       Director Statistical Services 

Job Purpose

The job holder will be charged with the responsibility of providing leadership and management of all technical and administrative activities in the Province.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Developing a comprehensive work plan for the province in line with the division’s annual plan and manage its implementation.
• Managing the Provincial Office and provide leadership, direction, support and advice to the Provincial team.
• Overseeing and managing of censuses and surveys within the Provinces.
• Preparing budgets for the Provincial Office and manage existing resources.
• Participating and facilitating stakeholder meetings at provincial level.
• Create linkages and networks within the province, aimed at boosting relations with relevant structures including business and other MDAs.
• Staff mentoring supervision and performance appraisals.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competence

• A first degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Operations Research and Statistics/ Population Studies and Demography or equivalent with a quantitative bias.
• Masters’ degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Operations Research and Statistics/ Population Studies and Demography or equivalent with a quantitative bias.
• Excellent computer skills including use of statistical packages and Microsoft Office.
• Have at least 5 years working experience as a statistician.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Must be a good team leader.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.

 Closing date : 29 April 2023 

 Post:                   Manager Services Statistics

 Duty Station:      Harare

Job Grade:           E4

Reporting to:       Director – Production Statistics

Job Purpose

The job holder will be charged with the responsibility of managing, coordinating and production of a wide range of services statistics

Responsibilities and Duties

• Developing a comprehensive departmental work plan in line with the divisions’ annual plan and manage its implementation
• Planning, budgeting, monitoring and coordination of activities in the department.
• Designing data collection instruments and manuals for censuses and surveys.
• Coordinating and supervising data collection, processing, analysis and dissemination of results
• Drafting and updating techno-scripts and manuals on methodology relating to censuses and surveys.
• Compiling services statistics reports
• Staff mentoring, supervision and performance appraisals

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competence

• At least a good first degree in Statistics, Economics or any other relevant degree.
  
• A Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline is a must.
• Have at least 5 years working experience as a statistician.
• Excellent computer skills including use of statistical packages and Microsoft Office
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Must be a good team leader
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills

 Closing date : 29 April 2023 

Post   :                   Human Resources Officer

Duty Station:          Head Office (Harare)

Job Grade:             D3

Reporting to:        Deputy Director – Human Resources

Job Purpose

The job holder will be charged with the responsibility of all routine human resource activities including recruitment
and selection, salary processing and employees’ welfare.

Responsibilities and Duties

1.    Assisting in recruitment and selection processes.

2.    Secretariat to boards of inquiry, and disciplinary hearing meetings

3.    Organizing training programs for employees.

4.    Implementing health and safety programs.

5.    Processing appointments, terminations and other related issues.

6.    Capturing employee details into the HR System.

7.    Attending to employee queries and grievances.

8.    Processing of all types of leave.

Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

1.    A least degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent.

2.    At least one-year post qualification experience.

3.    Knowledge of labour legislation.

4.    Proficiency in Human Resource Management Information Systems.

5.    Systems Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

6.    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

7.    Systems Highly organised with keen attention to detail.

8.    Computer literacy. 

 Closing date : 29 April 2023 

 Post :                     5 X Accountants

Duty Station:          Head Office (Harare)

Job Grade:           D3

Job Purpose

Reporting to Deputy Director Finance and Administration, the job holder is charged with the responsibility of providing 

routine functions of accounting.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Receipt funds from the Government of Zimbabwe, Developmental Partners and other stakeholders
2. Create payment batches on internet Banking Platform for authorization by the Agency’s approved signatories
3. Collate and record all receipts, payments and events occurring at Head Office Pertaining to the Agency into SAP’s
   appropriate cashbooks and ledger accounts
4. Collate documents from provinces and check data captured into SAP to ensure that transactions are not omitted
   or duplicated and are recorded in the appropriate accounts
5. Prepare bank and ledger accounts reconciliations on monthly basis.
6. Filling and safe custody of physical documents recorded in SAP.
7. Maintain a voucher tracking register as well as availing vouchers for supervision and audit inspection when
   required
8. Preparation of financial reports for assigned projects as per donor specification monthly expenditure reports
   and audit expectations
9. Budget analysis to avoid overruns

 Qualifications, experience, attributes and competences

1. Honours Degree in Accountancy or relevant field.
2. Have at least 3 years working experience as an Accountant.
3. Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
4. Must be a good team player.

 Closing date   :    20 March 2023

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Post   :                   Procurement Officer

Duty Station:          Head Office (Harare)

Job Grade:             D3

Job Purpose

Reporting to Procurement Manager, the job holder will be charged with the responsibility of Procurement process.

Responsibilities and Duties

1.    Ensuring adherence and compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (PPDPA) [Chapter 22:23] and the General Regulations (S.I 5 of 2018) and its Amendments

2.    Prepares the Annual Procurement and Individual Plan in accordance with PPDPA Act [Chapter 22:23]

3.    Prepares Procurement Returns for submission to PRAZ and other internal reports as assigned

4.    Sourcing and making recommendations on the best supplier in order for the Agency to acquire goods, services and works at advantageous terms which include value for money, cost saving and best quality

5.    Prepares bidding documents in compliance with the Provision of the PPDPA Act [Chapter 22:23]

6.    Design specifications and the evaluation criteria in liason with the user departments

7.    Manages the bidding process

8.    Manages the evaluation of bids in line with the stipulated evaluation criteria

9.    Administering supplier contracts.

10. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly Procurement Reports in line with PRAZ and other internal guidelines

Qualifications and work experience

1.    Honours Degree in Purchasing and Supply/Supply Chain Management or equivalent.

2.    Must be a member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).

3.    At least 3 years post qualification experience in a public sector entity

 Key competencies

1.    Knowledge of Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act. (Chapter 22:23)

2.    Must be a team player, highly skilled communicator with proven and outstanding negotiating and networking skills.

3.    Ability to work under pressure to meet important deadlines.

4.    Ability to avoid any conflict of interest in the procurement process

Closing date   :    

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