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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate for the position of Occupational Health & Safety Analyst to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
This is a nationally recruited position and is open to all Zimbabweans with excellent academic records and relevant experience. The position seeks to promote a safe working environment by advising on safety measures, conducting risk assessments, and enforcing preventative measures. The incumbent will establish a safe workplace according to legal requirements and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Coordinate safety and health commission activities in Zimbabwe. -Carry out periodic OH&S walk downs for recommending measures to help protect workers from potentially dangerous practices, processes, and materials at the Harare station and Experimental stations. -Verify that the OH&S regulatory requirements are properly applied. -Verify that OH&S and CIMMYT’s OHS HQ policy, procedures and standards are properly applied. -Report working conditions that affect the health of staff in Zimbabwe. -Monitor and report all new published OH&S applicable legislation in Zimbabwe. -Maintain and Update the OH&S Zimbabwe’s document data base and maintain all necessary records as required by law. -Create and maintain OH&S records related to the policy on document retention and destruction database. -Support of the internal Civil protection Plan and Evacuation Drills at the Stations according to local laws. -Support specifics routines OH&S activities (fire extinguishers inspections, hydrants, fire equipment cabinets, eye washers, etc.) and training of staff. -Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications and Experience
-BSc degree in Occupational Health and Safety or relevant field. -At least two years’ work experience in Occupational Health and Safety environment. -Conversant with the Zimbabwean Occupational Health and Safety laws. -Experience with setting up an Occupational Health and Safety system from scratch. -An ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision. -Good interpersonal skills, integrity, honesty, and self-motivation. -The selected candidate must be able to demonstrate the following competencies: People skills, Critical Thinking, Client Orientation, Problem Solving and decision making and have the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online for Occupational Health & Safety Analyst, Z25131. Please apply online no later than February 24, 2025
Applications must include a CV and a cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.
