CARE began working in Zimbabwe in 1992 in response to a severe regional drought. After establishing a drought mitigation program, CARE began longer term developmental programs with local partners in building small dams, strengthening local microfinance institutions, and launching projects to assist small businesspersons in the rural areas.

CARE Zimbabwe’s overall goal is to empower disadvantaged and poor households to meet their basic needs. Programs promote sustainable livelihoods of poor and vulnerable people.

The organisation seeks to recruit outstanding candidates who are known for their excellence, professionalism, integrity and who are committed to providing support to vulnerable communities in remote locations of the targeted provinces. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the position posted below.

To effectively implement disaster risk reduction and management actions for the ECHO HIP 2022 project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops an activity plan and Individual Operating Plan (IOP) for disaster preparedness & response activities.
• Provide inputs to the 2022 ECHO HIP strategic planning, achievement of targets and required modification of objectives for the consortium.
• Facilitate DRR technical trainings and deliver technical presentations during events and other engagements.
• Conduct field visits to project sites for the provision of hands-on support and quality assurance.
•  Keep abreast of disaster management and preparedness issues, knowledge and tools, as well as climate change initiatives, and incorporate such initiatives where relevant to the project.
• Coordinate with DCP to develop national, local and community contingency plans, based on past disasters and potential new disasters.
• Assess CARE & partner staff DRR competencies and guide individuals and teams to effectively complete objectives and tasks.
• Support Civil Protection Department capacity enhancement efforts; mentor and develop the skills and/or provision of training of CPCs.
• Work in partnership with field teams and stakeholders for the timely submission of periodic, accurate, and professional progress reports to management and other stakeholders as required.
• Ensure adequate tools are in place to track all progress, achievements, challenges, and lesson learned for the ECHO HIP project.
• Promote and contribute to learning and knowledge sharing amongst all related.
• In the event of an emergency in project districts of operation or neighbouring districts, be the coordinator for CARE International in Zimbabwe, in close liaison with the project Team Leader and the Humanitarian Response Lead.
• Be one of the main contributors to emergency response activities in districts of operation or neighbouring districts (RNA, RGA, beneficiary selection & registration, actual response, AAR, etc) in close collaboration with DCPC, MEAL and the Team Leader.
• Manages relationships with stakeholders including Government line Ministries, UN Agencies, NGOs and private sector at National and provincial levels.
• Create an environment within CARE's workplaces, programming, and communities where CARE works that is free from sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation and child abuse

• Social Science related bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Environmental Protection and/or relevant field is required.
• A Master’s degree preferably from a reputable accredited university in Social Science, Disaster Management, Environmental Protection and/or relevant field is required.
• At least 3 years of experience working as a professional in the Disaster Management Field.
• Experience in strengthening Disaster preparedness systems and structures will be an added advantage.
• Ability to design and manage all stages of disaster risk mitigation, preparedness, recovery and rehabilitation projects.
• Experience collaborating with government agencies, international organizations, and community leaders.
• Proven field work experience in disaster response operations.