VACANCIES: VARIOUS WITH THE RESEARCH COUNCIL OF ZIMBABWE Applications are invited for the following posts: 1. INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER PURPOSE OF THE JOB Responsible for systematically sampling the adequacy and reliability of internal control and accounting systems. MAJOR OUTPUTS Reviews and verifies records compliance with standards, policies and procedures. Recommends changes and ensures that company policies and procedures are followed. Establishes techniques to discover and prevent fraud Develops audit procedures and systems Oversees audit findings and recondmmendations. Plans, organises and carries out the internal audit function including the preparation of an audit plan. Reports on the value for money on RCZ business. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS An Honours Degree in Auditing, Accounting or Finance. A minimum of 3 years post qualification internal audit experience. Forensic Accounting/Fraud Auditing/Internal Auditing Certification and membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors are added advantages. 2. PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER PURPOSE OF THE JOB To create a good image and reputation of the Research Council of Zimbabwe. MAJOR OUTPUTS Plans, develops and implements PR strategies, Liaises with the media, individuals and other organisations and answers queries as approved by the immediate supervisor. Researches, writes and distributes approved press releases to target media. Collates and analyses media coverage about the RCZ and that which influences research. Writes and edits the annual report, in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and any other documents. Prepares and supervises the production of publicity brochures, hand-outs, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes. Organises symposia workshops and seminars and writes reports. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A Degree, preferably Marketing, At least 3 years relevant experience, Excellent interpersonal, written communication and IT skills. 3. EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER PURPOSE OF THE JOB Researching details and writing reports on organisations outside the country which the RCZ wishes to establish linkages with and drafting agreements, memoranda and other instruments for external collaboration. MAJOR OUTPUTS Writes reports on international Bodies which RCZ can have linkages with as well as drafting relevant agreements and Memorandum of Understanding with the identified Foreign Bodies. Ensures RCZ maintains appropriate international collaborations with other international research institutes. Markets the Research Council of Zimbabwe overseas and provides assistance to foreign researchers in pursuit of their international objectives that benefit Zimbabwe research activities Develops and implements an external relations strategy, consulting on internal and extenal needs and expectations, ensuring RCZ seizes any availed international opportunities, by adopting contact programmes, prioritisation, coordinating lead contacts and encouraging information sharing. Engages the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on protocol involving external relations. Coordinates a diary of external appearances for senior staff opportunities created, items prioritised as well as media relations tie-ins. Organises workshops. conferences, meetings etc. and produce reports or minutes as required. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelors degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or Public Relations At least 3 years post graduate experience for degree holders and 4 years for Diploma holders. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. 4. BOOKKEEPER PURPOSE OF THE JOB Responsible for maintaining accurate records of accounts MAJOR OUTPUTS Prepares accounts to set procedures. Receives and checks requests for disbursement and payments. Prepares monthly financial statements Maintains and compiles cash books. Prepares general creditors invoices for payment Provides regular financial reports on activities, achievements and results to the Chief Accountant. Does payroll administration. Keeps and issues petty cash Does Bookkeeping up to trial balance Processes receipts and payments MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS ND in Accounting plus 2 years relevant experience. 5. RESOURCE MOBILISATION OFFICER PURPOSE OF THE JOB Responsible for developing a resource mobilisation strategy and exploiting the approved means of resource mobilisation under the supervision of the manager MAJOR OUTPUTS Identifies, describes and justifies resource mobilisation possibilities. Plans and takes part in negotiations for binding agreements. Conduct consultations on resource mobilisation, project formulation and implementing with RCZ staff, relevant stakeholders and partners Applies marketing and promotional skills to generate funds for the RCZ Monitiors and evaluates resource utilization. Organize workshops, conferences and meetings taking minutes and writing reports. Develops and maintains longitudinal analysis for program stakeholders to gauge program impact. Assists the RCZ staff in the revision of work plans and strategies in line with resource mobilization potential MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 1st Degree, preferably Marketing At least 3 years relevant experience Excellent interpersonal, written communication and IT Skills. In return the organisation offers a competitive package commensurate with qualifications and experience. If you have not been contacted by 28 February, 2014 your application was unsuccessfull. Send your applications to: The Executive Director 11 Stafford Road Mt. Pleasant P.O Box CY294, Causeway Harare E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] by 31 January 2014
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