Job Description

Organization: Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) in Zimbabwe
Location: Based in Harare
Job Type: Full-time
Period: 30 Months
Contract: Fixed Term

Job Summary: We are seeking a Project Officer who will be responsible for coordinating the project activities in the 2 provinces Mashonaland Centra Central -Bindura and Shamva, Mashonaland East-Murehwa and Mudzi. The Project Officer will be responsible for the achievement of set targets and deliverables for project.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Responsible for supervision and support for 4 field officers in the 4 districts of the project
 Ensure quality implementation and that all contractual obligations are met at district level.
 Ensure good project implementation and compliance in the field in line with donor award regulations and DAPP policies and procedures.
 Constant interface with Provincial Stakeholders through planning and coordination meetings and other development clusters at District and Provincial levels.
 Ensure smooth data flow through the use of the People to People reporting chain and use of the standard data collection and reporting tools meant for the project.
 Coordinate activities across the 4 districts, allowing for experience and lessons sharing
 Provide technical support to Organisations for People with Disabilities (OPDs) and field officers
 Develop reports which meet DAPP and Donor demands
 Report any developments that may affect project progress to the DAPP Program Director as soon as possible.
 Assess possible project risks and opportunities and share reports with the DAPP Program Director and the DAPP Grants Administrator.

Qualifications and Experience

QUALIFICATION
 Degree in Special Education or any Social Science Degree
 At least 3 years of experience in disability programming.
 At Least 3 years’ experience with the NGO environment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Approachable manner
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work in a team environment and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in remote and hard-to-reach areas
• Ability to make initiatives

How to Apply

To apply, please send your documents in PDF that includes your cover letter describing your interest, qualifications, contactable references, and your CV to Development Aid from People to People Zimbabwe Human Resources at [email protected], and copy [email protected], [email protected], by end of day, Friday 4th of July 2025. Applications should be clearly marked with the position applied for in the email subject line.

Development Aid from People to People Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity organization and encourages both female and male candidates to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.