Africa University, an International Pan African and United Methodist Church Related Institution in Zimbabwe, invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced persons to fill the following positions:
Reporting to the Vice Chancellor (President), the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is the Head of Department responsible for providing financial leadership, direction and management of the finance team in a highly volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. The CFO is expected to optimize the financial performance of the institution by managing and reporting liquidity and return on investment.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent;
- An Accounting Professional Qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or equivalent;
- Should be registered with a Professional Accountancy Association;
- A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management would be an added advantage;
- Experience working in a multi-currency financial system;
- Competence in operating Sage Accounting Software would be added advantage;
- Experience in managing partners and donor funds; and
- Experience in managing diversity and thriving in an international and multicultural environment.
2. FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT, CRC
Reporting to the Finance and Admin Manager of the Clinical Research Centre (CRC), the main purpose of the job is to provide financial accounting support to the CRC on its various externally funded awards.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- First degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related;
- At least 2 years’ experience in a finance administration and accounting role;
- Experience in donor funded/grants environment will be an added advantage;
- The ability to work independently with minimum supervision; and
- Commitment to maintain high service and quality standards.
3. DISTRICT ENTOMOLOGY ASSISTANTS X 6
Reporting to the District entomology coordinator. Africa University is seeking a self-motivated cadre for the position of district entomology Assistant for Nyanga (3) and Mutasa (3) districts and to be based in one of the districts. The entomology Assistants will be responsible for entomological fieldwork including PSCs, CDC light collections (in/out), larval collections and CDC human baited proxy. The applicant should be able to follow entomology SOPs and ensure proper and timely data recording and entry and supporting implementation of entomological activities in the two districts.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- 5 “O” levels including English Language
- Able to ride a motorbike (driver’s licence)
- Experience working on IRS malaria programme with MoHCC.
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Ability to work as a team and respect for cultural diversity
- Advocacy skills
- District knowledge base.
4. DISTRICT ENTOMOLOGY COORDINATOR
Reporting to the Insectary Manager. Africa University is seeking a self-motivated person for the position of district entomology coordinator for Nyanga and Mutasa districts and to be based in one of the districts. The entomology coordinator will be responsible, among other things, to perform entomological field collection techniques such as PSCs, CDC light collections (in/out), larval collections and CDC human baited proxy. The cadres should be able to follow entomology SOPs and ensure proper and timely data recording and entry. To support implementation of entomological activities. Assist with procurement request for field entomological activities and monthly field reports. Mobile on a motorbike and to coordinate entomological field activities in both districts and represent ZENTO at district level.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- Diploma in Environmental Health
- BSc degree in biological science/environmental health or a related discipline will be an added advantage
- At least 5 years of experience in medical entomology with special emphasis in malaria vector collection and preservation
- Able to ride a motorbike and drive (driver’s licence)
- Experience in planning entomological activities and managing malaria surveys
- Experience in developing and refining entomological data collection tools
- Two years of related experience working on IRS malaria programme with MoHCC
- Strong leadership, networking and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Ability to work as a team and respect for cultural diversity
- Time management, multi-tasking and deadline-driven.
5.VECTOR SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM SCIENTIST
The Vector Surveillance Programme Scientist reports to the Laboratory Manager and is recruited to support Africa University ZENTO on running of molecular assays for mosquitoes received from the field and research activities by executing the tasks listed below.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- BSc in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Forensic Science or any related degree
- At least 2 years related work experience
- Demonstrate abilities in laboratory techniques
- Exposure to applicable computer technologies, including specific software applications
- Excellent communications skills
6. MONITORING & EVALUATION AND DATABASE OFFICER
Reporting to the Director, CHANS-Research Services Support Unit, (RSSU). Africa University is seeking a self-motivated person for the position of M & E officer. The M & E will be responsible, among other things, for assisting in planning project activities, maintaining and updating the project schedules, monitoring and tracking progress. The M & E Officer will work closely with the Director, and ZENTO line managers.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation or equivalent
- Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, or Statistics an added advantage
- Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g. qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies
- Experience in planning and managing surveys
- Experience in developing and refining data collection tools
- Experience in data quality assessments and oversight
- At least 2 years related experience working on PMI or malaria projects
- Strong leadership, networking and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication, report writing and analytical skills
- Ability to work as a team and respect for cultural diversity
- Ability to work with high-level stakeholders
- Time management, multi-tasking and deadline-driven
- Organized and focused
- Knowledge of office software packages (MS Word, EXCEL etc) and any one data analysis software
TO APPLY
Applicants should submit their applications, including a curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, employment history, contact details, names and contact details of two referees to:
Assistant Registrar – Human Resources and Administration
Africa University
P.O Box 1320
Mutare
Zimbabwe
or email: careers@africau.edu
*NB: The closing date for each application is stated within the full advert. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.