Executive Director
Strategic Management Jobs
- Research Council of Zimbabwe
- Expires 27 Sep 2026
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
JOB VACANCY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Research Council of Zimbabwe (RCZ) was established in 1986 in terms of the Research Act [Chapter 10:22] as the apex body on research in Zimbabwe. Its mandate is to promote, direct, supervise and coordinate research with particular reference to the interests of Zimbabwe. This vacancy has arisen for the post of Executive Director of the RCZ. The Board is looking for a strategic thinker, innovative, and ethical leader with appreciation of the national research ecosystem to lead the Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the RCZ Board, the Executive Director will be responsible for:
* Ensuring that the Board mandate of Research Act [Chapter 10:22] is carried out.
* Developing the RCZ strategic plan and managing resources in line with policy priorities.
* Monitoring and following up the progress of the implementation of resources in line with policy priorities.
* Ensuring supervision and control of research councils and institutes undertaking research in Zimbabwe.
* Promoting, assisting and encouraging research aligned to the national development strategy.
* Working with research and innovation capacities in diverse fields.
* Fundraising to boost research initiatives of RCZ.
* Interfacing with the RCZ Board and other relevant clients and stakeholders.
* Ensuring that RCZ’s and Secretariat’s day-to-day activities are efficiently conducted.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:
* An earned PhD is a distinct advantage.
* A distinguished scholar with research experience, an associate or full professorship will be an added advantage.
* At least ten (10) years of relevant work experience at senior management or administration level.
* A professional qualification in financial management, administration, corporate governance, monitoring and evaluation or related qualification will be an added advantage.
* A thorough understanding of national research ecosystem and priority programmes.
* Proven ability to mobilize and manage public/private funds including successful grant applications.
* Proven public/conference/workshop speaking/presentation abilities.
* Proven strategic contribution in an organization or company.
Key Competencies, Attributes and Skills
* Good leadership and managerial skills.
* Distinguished researcher dedicated to scholarship and innovation.
* Sound communication skills.
* Capacity to collaborate and facilitate dialogue and engagements across intellectual boundaries.
* Ability to analyze and interpret national development policies and strategies.
* Open-minded, decisive and approachable.
How to Apply
Application
Prospective candidates who meet the above requirements can submit their applications including certified copies of certificates to:
hr@rcz.ac.zw
Applications should be submitted no later than 27 September 2026.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
RCZ offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
