A non profit making organisation operating in Makonde and Zvimba District is seeking 10 qualified applicants for the posts of Field Based Consultant for its project that is aimed at mitigating the impact of HIV and AIDS on Zimbabwe’s children by enhancing the sustainability of care and support services for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVCs). The posts are for Makonde and Zvimba Districts.

Job Description for the Field Based Consultant
Reporting to the Programs Manager, the Field Based consultant will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating service provision for all OVC enrolled into the OVC program; facilitating community participation in the HB OVC programs and integrating the various activities in child protection, health, education and economic strengthening in the field and reporting. The Field Based Consultant will represent the organisation at community consultative meetings and district level stakeholder forums.

Accountabilities
Community mobilization and facilitation: Contribute to the project design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the assigned area; Facilitate the integration of all HB OVC programs in the different thematic areas of Health, Child Protection, Education and Household Economic Strengthening at community level.

Coordination and Networking
Establish and maintain good working relationships with children, families, community leadership, community based organizations (CBOs), government extension staff and other stakeholders at ward and village levels; Orient CCWs, Community Facilitators, VHWs, PSS teachers and other relevant community based cadres on HB OVC activities. Support and supervise case management of children and caregivers/families with various care needs; Provide schools and community stakeholders with guidance in implementing child protection activities.

Qualifications
A diploma/degree in Social Work, Development Studies or related discipline from a recognized institution; A clean class 3 drivers’ license and Ability to ride a motor bike; At least 3 years experience in a similar role in the NGO sector; Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment

Specific skills and behaviours
Excellent networking and partnership building skills; Research, analytical and problem solving skills; Mature person with good communication, facilitation and report writing skills; Multi-skilled and an all-rounder with a strong appreciation of health, child protection and economic strengthening activities; Ability to relocate to rural areas and to work under pressure with minimum supervision

Experience
Experience working with OVC, and caregivers preferable; Experience implementing USAID OVC programs; Exposure to NGO working environment in the past is a plus