Location: Harare Type of contract : Fixed Term Contract Start Date : September 2026 Immediate Supervisor : Nursing Team Supervisor Objective of the Post Support in providing comprehensive nursing care to Adolescents and young people including Key Populations and Vulnerable Populations in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), with a focus on mobile outreach clinic services, ensuring quality, continuity of care, and effective service delivery in hard-to-reach and underserved communities.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Harare
- Category: Healthcare
- Closing Date: 2026-09-27
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive adolescent and young people sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) services including family planning, pregnancy care, STI screening and management, HIV testing and counselling, TB screening, mental health & psychosocial support at Edith Opperman, Matapi Youth Hub, Epworth Youth Hub and through mobile outreach clinics
- Mentor and support health care workers during medical activities in clinical decision-making, case management, youth-friendly approaches and on client confidentiality
- Ensure proper preparation, packing, transportation, setup of medical supplies, consumables, and biomedical equipment for mobile clinic operations, ensure biomedical equipment functionality and safety
- Support the implementation of clinical protocols and guidelines specific to adolescent care and ensure their consistent application in all outreach settings
- Conduct regular on-job capacity building for City of Harare Nurses and other health care workers, focusing on adolescent-friendly services and outreach best practices
- Coordinate with community health workers, peer educators and local stakeholders to enhance community mobilization service awareness
- Ensure accurate, timely record-keeping and submission of comprehensive reports that feed into operational research, monitoring and evaluation frameworks
- Participate in the collection and review of data, planning and service improvement efforts
- Facilitate smooth logistical and clinical handovers between mobile teams and static health facilities for referral and follow-up of cases requiring continuity of care
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control (IPC) standards during medical operations
- Support stock management and inventory tracking for medical supplies, monitoring expiries, stock levels &timely requisitions
- Responding to other emergencies (as and when they happen) that require MSF intervention
Requirements
- Degree/Diploma in Nursing, registered with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
- Degree/Diploma in Midwifery or equivalent
- Certificate in HIV testing; Counseling qualification is an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 years’ work experience and competence in clinical adolescent care management of reproductive health
- Experience in mobile or community outreach settings is a strong advantage
- Experience working in partnership with MoHCC and other health services stakeholders
- Proficiency in data collection tools and reporting frameworks with reporting and analytical skills
- Good oral and written English language and any local language
- Working experience with an international NGO is an asset
- Adherence to MSF Principles and values
How to Apply
About the Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications and certifications are required to work as a Nurse Mentor in Zimbabwe?
You need a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Diploma in Nursing registered with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe (NCZ). Additionally, you must hold current NCZ registration and have at least five years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with documented mentorship or preceptorship roles in Zimbabwean health facilities.
What does a typical day look like for a Nurse Mentor working in Zimbabwe?
You’ll conduct bedside teaching, supervise student nurses during clinical rotations, facilitate in-service training, and support staff development in public or private hospitals. Daily tasks often include reviewing care plans, observing practice, giving feedback, and coordinating with nursing education institutions like Harare Polytechnic or Midlands State University’s nursing schools.
How does the local work culture in Zimbabwe affect Nurse Mentors’ roles and expectations?
Respect for seniority and formal communication is expected; mentors are seen as both educators and role models, requiring strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity. Teamwork is highly valued, but resource constraints mean mentors often adapt teaching methods using locally available tools and prioritise practical, context-relevant learning over theoretical instruction.
What career progression opportunities exist for Nurse Mentors in Zimbabwe’s healthcare sector?
With further study—such as a Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education or Master’s in Nursing—you can advance to roles like Clinical Nurse Educator, Nursing Officer in Charge of Training, or NCZ-accredited assessor. Some transition into nursing school lecturing, provincial health training coordination, or quality improvement leadership within MOHCC structures.
What benefits (leave, medical aid, pension) are typically offered to Nurse Mentors employed in Zimbabwe?
Public sector mentors receive 30 days annual leave, full government medical aid coverage via NHIF, and pension contributions under the NSSA scheme. Private employers vary widely—some offer medical aid and pro-rata leave, but pension schemes are less common unless part of larger hospital groups like Parirenyatwa Group or Avenues Healthcare.