Job Description
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill vacancies within the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Applicants should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified academic and professional certificates. The jobs are:
1XMANAGER- PUBLIC EDUCATION AND INFORMATION
4. Reports to: Director Gender Equality promotions
5. Division: Gender Equality Section
6. Location: Harare
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Purpose:
The position exists to manage and coordinate the various Public Education & Information operations of
ZGC. The Public Education & Information Manager assists the Director in providing leadership in the area of Public Education & Information as well as ensuring efficient information dissemination.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
路 Assist in the developing the overall Public Education & Information that meets the organisation鈥檚 objectives
路 Plan and implement public information and public education programs, including goals, objectives, guidelines, and policies and procedures.
路 Prepare, monitor and control projects budgets for review by the Director.
路 Identify cost reduction/ containment measures and process to improve opportunities for the organization without jeopardising quality of ZGC service to all clients and stakeholders
路 Manage the development of public information collateral materials, graphic design and production, and audio-visual production in a variety of media; manage development and maintenance of website and content; manage social media platforms and relationships
路 Manage a variety of public outreach and community relations activities, special events, and public awareness programs
路 Maintain an in-depth knowledge of community, professional, and functional issues and trends that affect the department in order to plan and implement effective public information programs and activities.
路 Create communities of practice (Think Tanks) for gender focal persons and specific sectors (e.g. GBV, SRH, Education, WASH)
路 Represent the department before stakeholder groups, and serve as spokesperson and liaison. Promote positive relations with the public, community groups, employees, businesses, schools, and local government; work with community leaders to assure their understanding of department policies and operations.
路 Prepare and deliver presentations on departmental programs, services, and policies. Prepare and deliver presentations on programs, services and activities of the department.
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
路 Degree in Law, Social Science, Education, Developmental Studies or equivalent
路 Masters in Developmental Studies, Law, Gender Law or MBA
路 Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience including 3 years at managerial level.
Competencies and Skills
路 Information Seeking
路 Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
路 Strong communication ability (oral and written)
路 Computer Literacy
路 Familiarity with project management software and video editing is a plus
路 Ability to work under pressure
How to Apply
The closing date for receiving applications will be 31 March 2025. Applications should be sent to the address indicated below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Zimbabwe Gender Commission
1st Floor
Pax House
89 Kwame Nkrumah Avenue
Harare
Or email to the following email:
[email protected]