Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill in the following position within the National AIDS Council.

Chief Executive Officer – National AIDS Council

Station: Head Office

Reports to: Board Chairperson

Purpose of the Job

The position exists to provide overall leadership and accountability of the National AIDS Council in the delivery of its broad mandate in line with sound governance principles as per requirements of the Shareholder.

Principal Accountabilities / Key Responsibilities

Work with the Board and parent Ministry to determine values, mission and plan for long term goals.
Support the Board in its governance and oversight role.
To lead, manage and coordinate the national response to HIV and AIDS in Zimbabwe
Develop high quality strategies and plans ensuring their alignment with overall objectives
Make evidence informed decisions to advance the coordination and management of the national HIV and AIDS response initiatives
Coordinate and liaise with relevant programmes in the Ministry of Health and Child Care
Oversee all operations and activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission
Lead and motive subordinates to advance employee engagement and developing a high performing managerial team
Review key reports, financial and non-financial to ensure they are produced in line with organisational requirements and expectations
Enforce adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the Council’s legality and business ethics
Build effective relations with Government Ministries, partners and stakeholders and act as a point of contact
Analyse potential risks and provide mitigatory strategies.

Competencies and Attributes

Strategic and analytical thinker
Sound knowledge and understanding of Health, HIV and AIDS and general Social Development
Strong understanding of corporate governance and general management best practices
Familiarity and understanding of diverse organisational functions and operations
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
Self-motivated
Be of sound integrity and a role model
Ability to build and motivate teams
Ability to inspire confidence and trust
Outstanding organisational and leadership skills