Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Harare
- Category: Military
- Closing Date: 2026-07-10
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
- Have a minimum of 5 ‘O’ Level passes with grade ‘C’ or better.
- Be aged between 18 and 22 years.
- Be single.
- Be physically fit.
- Have a minimum height of 1,65m for males and 1,55m for females.
- Weigh not less than 55 kg for males and 53 kg for females.
- Complete 10km run in 50 mins for males and 60 mins for females.
How to Apply
More information can be obtained from the following centres:
- Matabeleland North Province – Headquarters 1 Infantry Brigade (Khumalo Barracks) Bulawayo, telephone number (0292 209436).
- Matabeleland South Province – Headquarters Bulawayo District (Imbizo Barracks) Bulawayo, telephone number (0292 26687).
- Mashonaland East Province – Headquarters 2 Infantry Brigade (Kagwi Barracks) Harare, telephone number (0242 743446).
- Manicaland Province – Headquarters 3 Infantry Brigade (Herbert Chitepo Barracks) Mutare, telephone number (02020 63002).
- Masvingo Province- Headquarters 4 Infantry Brigade (Vitalis Gava Musungwa Zvinavashe Barracks) Masvingo, telephone number (0392 263187).
- Mashonaland West Province – Headquarters Mechanised Brigade (Inkomo Barracks) Darwendale, telephone number (067 2192497).
- Mashonaland Central Province – Headquarters Artillery Brigade (Domboshava Barracks), telephone number (086 88007342).
- Midlands Province – Headquarters 5 Infantry Brigade, Kwekwe telephone number (05525 70012).
Candidates who face difficulties in contacting Formation Headquarters in their respective provinces are to enquire with the Zimbabwe National Army Recruiting Office in Harare on the following telephone numbers: (0242-707459) or (0242-793262).
About the Company
The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) is the primary branch of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces responsible for land-oriented military operations. It is the largest service branch under the Zimbabwean Joint Operations Command (JOC). The modern army has its roots in the Rhodesian Army, which was raised between 1963 and 1964 after the breakup of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland. A Joint High Command created in March 1980 to oversee integration of the formerly belligerent Rhodesian Security Forces, Zimbabwe African National Liberation Army (ZANLA), and the Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army (ZIPRA) officially established the Zimbabwe National Army in late 1980, nearly a year after the end of the Rhodesian Bush War.
Website: https://www.zna.gov.zw/
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the typical educational and physical requirements to be recruited as a General Duty Soldier in the Zimbabwe National Army?
Candidates generally need a minimum of 5 O-Level passes, including English and Mathematics, along with specific age and physical fitness criteria. You must also pass medical examinations and meet height and weight standards established by the ZNA.
What are the common day-to-day responsibilities and duties of a General Duty Soldier in the Zimbabwe National Army?
Daily duties often involve physical training, parade drills, guard duties, and maintaining military discipline and readiness. Soldiers also participate in various training exercises, operational deployments, and community assistance programs as required.
What is the typical work culture and what are the key expectations for new recruits joining the Zimbabwe National Army?
The ZNA operates with a strong emphasis on discipline, hierarchy, and adherence to military protocols. New recruits are expected to demonstrate loyalty, resilience, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to national service.
What are the realistic career progression paths and opportunities for growth for a General Duty Soldier in the Zimbabwe National Army?
Soldiers can progress through the ranks from Private to Corporal, Sergeant, and further, based on performance, experience, and passing promotional courses. Opportunities also exist for specialisation in various military trades and roles within the army.
What kind of benefits, such as medical aid, pension, or leave, can a General Duty Soldier expect from the Zimbabwe National Army?
Soldiers are typically provided with comprehensive medical coverage for themselves and their immediate families, as well as access to a military pension scheme upon retirement. They also receive standard leave entitlements annually, alongside other allowances as per military regulations.
How does one typically apply for a General Duty Soldier role, and what specific qualities does the Zimbabwe National Army look for in applicants?
Applications are usually made through official recruitment drives advertised nationally, involving submission of documents and physical assessments at designated centres. The ZNA seeks individuals demonstrating patriotism, physical fitness, mental resilience, and a strong sense of duty and discipline.