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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZim) is the statutory regulator of Zimbabwe’s Securities and Capital Markets. Its mandate is to promote fair, efficient and orderly markets, protect investors, and enhance market integrity and investor confidence.
The Board of Commissioners invites applications from highly accomplished and suitably qualified professionals with demonstrated strategic leadership and strong results orientation for appointment to the position of Chief Executive Officer.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Harare
- Category: Executive Management
- Closing Date: 2026-08-31
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of the Commission’s Results Based Strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the Commission’s vision, statutory mandate, objectives and relevant national policy priorities. The incumbent will be accountable for the overall performance of the Commission.
- Provide overall leadership of the Commission’s operations, performance, and resources to achieve Board-approved targets and institutional priorities.
- Oversee the effective licensing and registration of regulated entities and capital-market participants in accordance with applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Provide strategic oversight of market surveillance, supervision, investigations, enforcement and compliance activities to promote fair, efficient, transparent and orderly capital markets.
- Recommend appropriate capital market policy measures to the Government.
- Ensure effective prudential supervision and compliance with applicable AML/CFT/PF requirements and other regulatory obligations.
- Ensure strong corporate governance, effective risk management, regulatory compliance, and the highest ethical standards across the Commission.
- Lead initiatives to deepen and broaden Zimbabwe’s capital markets whilst promoting responsible innovation in financial products, services, market infrastructure and emerging financial technologies.
- Develop and oversee implementation of the Commission’s financial strategy, ensuring prudent financial management, sustainability and value for money.
- Promote a service-oriented, accountable and responsive regulatory culture within the Commission.
- Build, strengthen and maintain effective relationships with Government, regulated entities, investors, industry stakeholders, regional and international regulatory bodies, development partners and the public.
- Develop and oversee the effective implementation of investor education and public awareness strategies.
- Ensure effective stewardship of the Commission’s financial, human, technological and other institutional resources in accordance with applicable laws, policies and governance frameworks.
- Oversee Commission policies, systems, and internal controls to promote operational efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
- Perform any other function conferred or imposed upon the Chief Executive Officer under the Securities and Exchange Act [Chapter 24:25] and any other applicable law.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or any other discipline relevant to the Commission’s mandate.
- A relevant Master’s degree or equivalent post graduate qualification.
- Minimum of 10 years’ senior management experience, with at least 5 years at executive leadership level
- Proven track record in strategic leadership and experience in capital markets.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and cover letter demonstrating suitability for the role to [email protected]
About the Company
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZ) serves as the principal regulatory body overseeing the country's capital markets. Established to ensure investor protection and market integrity, the SECZ supervises all activities related to securities trading, investment schemes, and capital market participants within Zimbabwe. Its mandate includes fostering fair, efficient, and transparent markets, while also promoting the development of the Zimbabwean financial landscape. The Commission plays a vital role in maintaining public confidence in the integrity of the nation's securities industry, thereby contributing to the broader economic stability of Zimbabwe.
Regulating and developing Zimbabwe's securities and capital markets.
Website: https://seczim.co.zw/
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are typically required for the CEO role at SECZIM?
Applicants usually need a relevant postgraduate degree (e.g., MBA, LLM, or MSc in Finance, Law, or Economics) and professional certifications such as CA(Z), CFA, or CISI qualifications. Extensive experience in financial regulation, capital markets oversight, or senior public-sector leadership in Zimbabwe is essential, with preference given to those familiar with the Securities and Exchange Act [Chapter 24:24] and local market dynamics.
What does a typical day look like for the CEO of SECZIM?
The CEO oversees regulatory enforcement, policy implementation, board reporting, stakeholder engagement with stockbrokers, issuers, and government ministries, and leads strategic reviews of Zimbabwe’s capital markets framework. Daily responsibilities include reviewing compliance reports, chairing executive committee meetings, liaising with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and Ministry of Finance, and representing SECZIM at regional forums like the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA).
How does Zimbabwe’s work culture influence expectations for this executive role?
Respect for hierarchy, formal communication protocols, and strong alignment with national development goals (e.g., Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy 1) are deeply embedded in public-sector leadership expectations. CEOs are expected to demonstrate integrity, public accountability, and cultural fluency — including sensitivity to local governance norms, consensus-building across diverse stakeholders, and visible commitment to financial inclusion and investor protection in a high-inflation, cash-constrained environment.
What career progression paths exist after serving as CEO of SECZIM?
Past CEOs have transitioned into ministerial appointments, chairmanships of state-owned enterprises (e.g., Zimra, RBZ advisory roles), or regional leadership positions in SADC financial regulatory bodies. Others pursue board directorships in listed companies or return to private practice as capital markets consultants — though post-tenure employment is subject to the Public Service Commission’s cooling-off period and ethics guidelines under the Public Service Act.
What benefits are typically offered to the CEO of SECZIM?
Standard statutory benefits apply, including pension contributions under the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), full medical aid coverage through a government-accredited provider, and 30 days’ annual leave plus public holidays. Additional allowances — such as housing, transport, and representational — are determined by the Public Service Commission and Treasury, and may be reviewed periodically in line with public service remuneration frameworks.
How do I apply, and what do employers in Zimbabwe specifically look for in candidates for this role?
Applications are advertised publicly via the SECZIM website, Government Gazette, and major newspapers like The Herald and NewsDay, requiring submission of a CV, certified academic/professional certificates, and a detailed motivation letter. Employers prioritise demonstrable regulatory leadership in Zimbabwean capital markets, proven success in reforming supervisory frameworks, familiarity with local legislation and institutions, and endorsements from credible financial sector stakeholders — not just international credentials.