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We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.
Reporting to the Program Area Manger (PAM) and have a direct working relationship with the Gender Technical Lead the incumbent will be providing technical guidance and support to partners working under the Ending Child marriages project.
Duties and Responsibilities
Accountabilities -Ending Child marriages. -Community mobilization and coordination. -Networking. -Sponsorship intergration activities. -Child protection and gender equality mainstreaming.
Qualifications and Experience
-A degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or related discipline from a recognised institute. -A minimum of 3 years practical experience in working with rural communities in community development work. -Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development.
Skills: -Proven ability to develop project proposals and concepts. -Excellent networking and partnership building skills. -Research, analytical and problem-solving skills. -Good communication, coordinating and report writing skills.
