Job Description

University of Zimbabwe - Clinical Trials Research Centre (UZ-CTRC) is seeking suitably trained, competent, talented, and qualified Communications and Administrative Assistant to be based in Harare.
UZ-CTRC was established in 1994 and has conducted high impact observational studies, implementation studies and Phase I-IV clinical trials in HIV, TB, COVID -19 and associated co-morbidities funded by National Institute of Allery and Infectious Diseases, AIDS Malignancy Consortium, Bill, and Melinda Gates Foundation among others. UZ-CTRC has served as a center of excellence in the prevention and control of HIV and AIDS and has contributed to global understanding of HIV epidemiology and pathogenesis, global and Zimbabwean health policy, by providing scientific evidence through our highly equipped and resourced network of laboratories that operate in strict compliance with International best practices guided by GCLP and ISO 15189 standard.

UZ-CTRC is implementing a Center for Disease Control and Prevention-US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (CDC-PEPFAR) funded Laboratory Systems Strengthening (LSS) program in Zimbabwe from 2023 to 2026 supporting the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC). The LSS program will enhance access to high quality testing towards achievement of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 goals.

Purpose of the Job

The person is responsible for compiling, publishing and updating all Social Media platforms and to keep the public up to date about CDC- PEPFAR events and developments. He/She is also responsible for administrative and logistical duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Develop communications materials and multimedia products that are attractive, consistent, well written and propel interest for social media for the CDC LSS program.
• Utilize online metrics tools (such as Google Analytics) to report on statistics for websites, social media sites, management of social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.
• Follow CDC supported conferences and provide quick relevant updates for them.
• Assist in developing and designing visibility materials such as flyers and brochures for different projects.
• Website updating and development, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
• Provide support on the implementation of the knowledge management strategy of the organization.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and experience

• Communications/Business Administration Degree /HND in Communications and Business Administration or related from a recognized University.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the same field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; excellent organizational skills, planning and analytical skills; ability to influence culture in a team.
• Experience working with NGOs and Knowledge of HIV issues in Zimbabwe will be an added advantage.
• Clean Class 4 drivers’ licence.
• Proficiency in computers skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should forward applications and detailed curriculum vitae clearly marked “CAA” to the below email address not later than 23 August 2024 [email protected].

COMMUNICATIONS & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Job Description

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How to Apply