Job Description

CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is an organisation that specialises in population health research and programming, including on sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS. CeSHHAR has an extensive national, regional, and international academic and community partnership network. CeSHHAR has a diverse range of funders which include the Wellcome Trust, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, United States NIH, UK Medical Research Council, Templeton World Charity Foundation, USAID, Global Fund for AIDS TB and Malaria, UNICEF and UNFPA. We partner very closely with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK), Zimbabwe's Ministry of Health and Childcare and international and regional centres of research excellence to evaluate national programmes and determine the impact, uptake, and cost effectiveness of novel reproductive health interventions.

Duties and Responsibilities

JOB ROLE
Reporting to the Project Coordinator – The Community Liaison Officer is responsible for strategic engagement with key stakeholders, community leaders, and community advisory boards at district level in Mt Darwin. He/she will work with other stakeholders in the district of Mt Darwin and will be responsible for organising CeSHHAR higher level events in the districts and assist the TED in organising at provincial level. Key responsibilities include: -

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare providers, and the public, to gather insights and present findings in the district.
• Community Engagement: Forge and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, community leaders, and advisory boards, facilitating open communication at district and community level.
• Spearhead strategic engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives at district level.
• District High-Level Event Management: Plan, organize, and oversee high-profile events for CeSHHAR in the district, and align with the organization's standards and goals.
• Feedback Mechanisms and Continuous Improvement
• Systematically gather feedback post-training or events, using insights to refine and optimize future endeavours. Stay abreast of the latest trends in community training methodologies and engagement strategies.
• Budget and Resource Management: Oversee the budgetary allocations for district activities, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently.
• Reporting and Analysis: Consistently document and report on the impact and outcomes of training and community engagement initiatives.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Climate and Health Director. These tasks may vary but will be aligned with the overall objectives of the organization and your professional skillset.

Qualifications and Experience

BSc in Policy Management or Public Health or Population Health, social science or Management or other relevant degree highly desirable. At least 2 years’ experience coordinating or managing community-based projects; Certificate in ICH-GCP is required. Ability to work well collaboratively as part of a research team with good understanding to qualitative and quantitative methods of research; Prior experience managing a field team; Capacity to conduct trainings and capacity development initiatives amongst communities; Computer competency particularly with Microsoft Office packages. GCP and Research Ethics. Microsoft Office packages. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to understand/communicate with local communities; Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team with people from various disciplines, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

How to Apply

Step 1: Click here
Step 2: If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to Human Resources and send to [email protected]. Indicate the position and duty station you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.

The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.

Click to Apply