Deadline: 23 July 2010
The Australian Embassy, Harare, is seeking applications from persons interested in employment in the Political Section. Employment will be based on a 2 year contract, subject to completing a satisfactory three month probationary period. After completing the 2 year contract and subject to satisfactory performance, a further contract may be offered.
Duty Statement
- Monitor daily press and other open sources of information concerning political and economic situation within Zimbabwe
- Undertake research on political and economic issues within Zimbabwe, and draft reports and briefs on such matters as directed
- Supervise work of experienced local research officer
- Manage public affairs program.
Selection Criteria
1. Appropriate educational history including University degree with good results, and demonstrated work experience in field of politics/international relations. Economics studies would be an advantage.
2. High level written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated ability draft clear concise reports on complex subject matters without supervision.
3. Demonstrated staff management experience.
4. High level ability to organise workloads, allocate resources effectively and set priorities while maintaining high quality and quantity of work.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated maturity, flexibility, initiative, discretion and a commitment to working as part of a team.
6. Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
If you are interested in this position, please apply in writing to the address below.
Applications must:
- Include a statement of claims (two pages maximum) addressing each of the selection criteria above
- Enclose a current CV including work and education history, referees, email and contact numbers
The Selection Committee may, after interview, seek references from current and previous supervisors.
APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT OF CLAIMS against each of the selection criteria listed above will not be considered. Please note that a statement of claims must refer to examples of your work undertaken in relation to each of the specific selection criteria listed above. Applications should be addressed to: Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy, 1 Green Close, Borrowdale, Harare
Or via email: zimbabwe.embassy@dfat.gov.au
Please note that late applications will not be accepted. Only those applicants who are short-listed for interview will be contacted about the outcome of the selection. Find out more
