Projects Officer
Station: Lotteries and Gaming Board.
Reports to: Compliance Manager.
The Lotteries and Gaming Board, established under the Lotteries and Gaming Act Chapter [10:26], is mandated to regulate and supervise the lotteries and gaming industry in Zimbabwe. The Board invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals to fill the position of a Projects Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Project Initiation
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Assists in the preparation of compelling pre-project launch documentation such as concept notes and justification proposals for approval by management.
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Supports in the quantification of potential benefits of new initiatives in line with the organization’s mandate.
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Assists in scoping of the project to ensure that all the projects are done to support Lotteries and Gaming Board’s mandate and strategic direction.
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Supports in the initial stakeholder analysis to understand interests, influence and potential impact on the project and effectively manage them (stakeholders).
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Assists the Compliance Manager to identify risks and assumptions that form critical success factors associated with the project.
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Develops comprehensive project plans, User Specification Documents (USD), concept notes, schedules, and budgets for approval by the Compliance manager.
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Defines project scope, goals and key deliverables in consultation with relevant stakeholders such as the CEO, and Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage.
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Supports the organization with developing a detailed breakdown of work, tasks and other relevant information required to successfully implement a project.
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Coordinates project activities, human and material resources required to ensure the smooth implementation of a project.
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Liaises with internal departments and teams such as Finance, Monitoring and Evaluation and Compliance as well as external service providers to ensure smooth project implementation.
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Schedules and facilitates meetings, consolidates agendas and distribute minutes to relevant stakeholders before, during and after meetings.
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Tracks project progress and provide regular updates to the Compliance Manager.
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Monitors project tasks to assess adherence to set timelines, quality standards and other project specifications.
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Identify potential project risks and other impediments that might affect the successful implementation of a project (s) and escalate them to the Compliance Manager depending on their complexity.
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Assists the Compliance Manager to manage changes to project scope, schedules and costs using appropriate methods.
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Formally advises management of project closure after the successful or unsuccessful implementation of a project by Lotteries and Gaming Board.
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Ensures that all leftovers are accounted for and served in a safe and secure place.
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Prepares a project closure report for closure and sign off approval by management and the board.
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Prepares and disseminates project reports, minutes and other communication material on periodic basis to advise management on status of projects.
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Supports the board with compilation of project closure reports and lessons learnt from the projects.
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Produces analytical reports for a project in quantitative and qualitative format to guide decision making.
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Files all project-related documents, communications and correspondence in a safe, secure and retrievable place.
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Ensures that all project activities are compliant with the Board’s policies, applicable laws and standards.
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Conducts any miscellaneous duties that are necessary to ensure successful project initiation, implementation, monitoring and closure
Qualifications and Experience
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A degree in Engineering preferably Civil Engineering.
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Professional certification in project management is an added advantage.
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At least 3-5 years’ experience in project management, preferably in a regulatory, public sector, or development environment.
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Knowledge of the Lotteries and Gaming Act Chapter [10:26] and public sector governance frameworks.
Attributes
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Strong project planning and coordination skills.
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Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation abilities.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with project management software is an advantage.
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Understanding of regulatory compliance and public sector processes.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
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A detailed CV
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Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
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A cover letter addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Lotteries and Gaming Board
Deadline for Applications: 08 January 2026.
N.B Women are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Salaries will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only.
Interested candidates should apply to The Chief Executive Officer, Lotteries and Gaming Board with CV and certified certificates attached to [email protected], or hand deliver to 44 Lawson Avenue, Milton Park, Harare on or before 08 January 2026.