Programme Officer-Christian Aid Zimbabwe

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. Poverty is an outrage against humanity. It robs people of their dignity and lets injustice thrive. But together we have the power to transform lives. We are a global movement of people, churches, and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality, justice and love worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart. Everyone is equal in the sight of God. For over 70 years, this has inspired us to stand together in solidarity with our most marginalised global neighbours, of all faiths and none. We push for good nutrition and healthcare for all. We fight the climate crisis and provide urgent help when disasters strike. We work in places of conflict to stand against violence and build lasting peace. And we help people living in poverty to earn a fair wage so they can protect themselves in times of crisis. Above all, we seek to eradicate extreme poverty by tackling its root causes. Together with people living in poverty, we amplify our voices to speak truth to power and create lasting change.

Position summary

Christian Aid is seeking a Programme Officer for its Irish Aid Funded Project. The role is key in providing technical support to the Zimbabwe Christian Aid partners and programme through IAPG funding, and other funding to ensure that partner organisations, faith institutions, government departments and other civil society organisations respond to the issues of accountability and inequality particularly gender-based violence. A key delivery area for this role is to ensure the IAPG project is delivered timely, with the acceptable quality, document evidence of change brought about by intervening in this thematic area. The role will also support implementation of Christian Aid in Zimbabwe’s social and economic justice strategy encompassing both programme and institutional work.

Job description

Deliver IAPG project on time and to budget; Ensure Compliance with financial policies and procedures including reporting requirements and contribution made to other team members in the development and implementation of partner capacity building and training; Support development of proposals based on strong planning and evaluation procedures using Christian Aid’s internal systems; Develop positive relationships with partners through effective communication; Ensure strong linkages between partner work and advocacy, communications, and fundraising roles within the UK.

Qualifications

Essential

Graduate in Social Science or equivalent; 3 years’ experience working with institutional donor funding; Monitoring and evaluation qualification and or experience; Understanding of financial controls and procedures; Understanding of issues of Faith, gender and working with men; Familiarity with programme cycle management approaches and tools – including participatory planning, monitoring, and evaluation; Direct experience of programme appraisal, monitoring, and evaluation and of developing partners’ capacity; At least 1-year experience supporting partners to incorporate inclusion, gender, HIV, and accountability methodologies; Understanding of advocacy, campaigning, and lobbying; Experience of facilitation, training, and network building; Experience in donor reporting; Experience in grant management.

Desirable

Masters’ qualification; Understanding of Faith communities and their unique needs; Understanding of partnership approach to international development; Understanding of gender and inclusion.

Further information

This is a national post on national terms and conditions of service. Candidates must have the right to work in Zimbabwe and therefore the role is only open to Zimbabwean nationals.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.