PSC Vacancies Zimbabwe 2026: 23 Posts and How to Apply
Quick answer: The Public Service Commission (PSC) has 23 vacancies listed on its eRecruitment portal, mostly senior posts in Harare. Eighteen are with the Ministry of Lands and Rural Development. Closing dates run from 16 to 30 October 2026. Apply free of charge by registering at erecruitment.psc.gov.zw, completing your profile and uploading your CV.
Key Takeaways
The PSC eRecruitment portal lists 23 open vacancies, all based in Harare and all full-time.
Eighteen of the posts are with the Ministry of Lands and Rural Development, most of them director and deputy director roles in ICT, land and rural development.
The earliest closing date is 16 October 2026 for the Accountant General post, while the latest is 30 October 2026 for a PSC manager role.
Applications are made online by registering an account, completing a profile, uploading a CV and clicking Apply on the chosen vacancy.
The PSC says all its services are free and that its jobs are not for sale, so anyone asking for money should be reported.
Last updated: 7 October 2026
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is advertising 23 government posts on its online eRecruitment portal, and most of them close on 19 October 2026. These PSC vacancies Zimbabwe job seekers are searching for are senior, Harare-based roles, so this round suits experienced professionals rather than school leavers or recent graduates. Below is the full list, the qualifications being asked for and a step-by-step guide to applying.
What PSC vacancies Zimbabwe has open right now
As of 7 October 2026, the portal shows 23 full-time posts, all located in Harare. Eighteen belong to the Ministry of Lands and Rural Development, two to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, and one each to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, the Ministry of Defence and the PSC itself.
Ministry of Lands and Rural Development (18 posts): examples include Chief Director, Information Communication Technology; Director, Resettlement; Deputy Director, Network Connectivity. Closes 19 October 2026.
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (2 posts): Head, Technical Services; Head, Support Services. Closes 19 October 2026.
Ministry of Finance and Economic Development (1 post): Accountant General. Closes 16 October 2026.
Ministry of Defence (1 post): Director, Public Relations, Advocacy and International Affairs. Closes 23 October 2026.
Public Service Commission (1 post): Manager, Non Monetary Benefits Development and Management. Closes 30 October 2026.
Each listing carries a reference number and a vacancy number. The Ministry of Lands posts, for example, are listed under reference A/GEN/13/62, which is worth quoting correctly if you contact the Commission about an application.
Which Ministry of Lands and Rural Development posts are advertised?
The Ministry of Lands and Rural Development is recruiting at three levels: chief director, director and deputy director. The roles fall into two broad groups, technology and land or rural development.
ICT and digital roles
Chief Director, Information Communication Technology
Director, Digital Transformation and Modernisation
Director, Infrastructure and Support Services
Deputy Director, Network Connectivity
Deputy Director, Hardware and Facilities Management
Deputy Director, Cloud Services and Systems Administration
Deputy Director, Systems Integration and Digital Services
Land, rural development and economic roles
Chief Director, Rural Development and Industrialisation Coordination
Director, Resettlement
Director, Land Use Compliance
Director, Land Tenure Development
Director, Rural Development Coordination
Director, Rural Industrialisation Coordination
Director, Communication and Advocacy
Deputy Director, Rural Development Coordination
Deputy Director, Economic Sector Development Coordination
Deputy Director, Business Hubs and Green Economy Coordination
Deputy Director, Business Investment and Value Chain Development
One of the digital posts, for example, describes work such as moving the ministry from paper-based processes to digital services, managing networks and data repositories, and running backup and disaster recovery systems.
What qualifications do you need for these government jobs?
Most posts require a bachelor's degree in a related field plus several years of experience, and a master's degree is often listed as an added advantage. The exact requirements differ by grade, so read each listing in full before applying.
Deputy director posts: typically a relevant bachelor's degree and at least six years of experience at officer grade or equivalent.
Director posts: usually a relevant degree and at least eight years of experience, two of them at deputy director level or equivalent. One Lands director post, Land Use Compliance, instead lists six years at officer level.
Chief director posts: a master's degree and at least ten years of experience, including two years at director level or equivalent. The ICT post also requires certification or membership with a professional body.
Accountant General: a certified Chartered Accountant, registered as a Public Accountant or Auditor under the Public Accountants and Auditors Act (Chapter 27:12) for at least five years, plus a minimum of 12 years' experience in public sector finance, auditing or the banking sector.
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education heads: at least a master's degree. The technical services post asks for a master's in education or a related field plus a professional education qualification in pedagogy at diploma level or higher, while the support services post asks for a master's in accounting or finance and professional certification. Both heads' posts ask for 12 years of experience, including two years at a senior level (director in the education sector for technical services, chief director for support services).
Salaries and grade pay are not stated on the listings. If pay is important to your decision, our guide Civil Servants Salary Grades in Zimbabwe 2026: Pay Bands explains how public service grades are structured.
How do you apply for PSC vacancies Zimbabwe online?
You apply through the PSC eRecruitment portal at erecruitment.psc.gov.zw. The portal sets out five steps.
Register an account with a few personal details.
Complete your profile by adding your qualifications, work experience and skills, and upload your CV.
Search vacancies and filter them by location or category.
Submit your application by signing in and clicking Apply on a vacancy you qualify for.
Track your application under My Applications on your dashboard.
The portal says the documents required are a CV, academic certificates and any qualification or skills documents named in the vacancy listing. Your profile and CVs remain editable whenever you need, and while a post is still open you may pull back an application you have sent and apply again.
What if you are not qualified for any of these posts?
This round is aimed at senior managers, so most job seekers will not meet the experience thresholds. That does not mean the portal is irrelevant to you.
In 2023, the PSC explained that it keeps a pool of registered candidates, including teachers, and selects from that pool when vacancies arise according to each post's requirements. At that time it also advised anyone struggling with online registration to get help from their nearest PSC provincial or district office. Keeping an up-to-date profile means you are ready to apply quickly when entry-level or mid-level posts are advertised.
Common mistakes to avoid when applying
Simple errors can undo a strong candidate, so run through these checks before you click Apply.
Applying for a post where you do not meet the minimum years of experience or required qualification.
Uploading an outdated CV that does not match the experience you list in your profile.
Leaving it to the last day, when connectivity or upload problems can cost you the deadline.
Missing the listed reference number or vacancy number when you follow up.
Paying anyone who claims they can secure a government post for you.
How can you avoid scams linked to PSC vacancies Zimbabwe?
Genuine employers do not charge fees, and the PSC states that all its services are free. Its website says its jobs are not for sale, nor are transfers or any other processes, and asks anyone being charged to report it on +263242796091.
Be cautious of social media posts and messages promising government jobs in exchange for payment, and only apply through the official portal. The same caution applies to overseas offers, such as care or nursing jobs in the United Kingdom or work in the Gulf, Canada or Australia: trust them only if they appear on the destination government's, regulator's or named employer's own website. For more on this, read Mnangagwa SONA 2026: Bill on Fake Overseas Jobs.
What this means for you
If you are an experienced professional in ICT, land administration, economics, finance or education, this is a chance to move into senior public service leadership. Act now, because 20 of the 23 posts close on 19 October 2026.
Register on the portal today and finish your profile before choosing posts.
Prepare clear copies of your academic and professional certificates.
Tailor your CV to the duties described in each listing.
Contact the PSC on +263 242 700 881-3 or feedback@psc.org.zw if you have questions.
Considering other public sector careers? Our Zimbabwe Police Recruitment Requirements 2026 Guide covers a different entry route.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for PSC vacancies in Zimbabwe?
Register an account on the PSC eRecruitment portal at erecruitment.psc.gov.zw, complete your profile with your qualifications and experience, and upload your CV. Then sign in, open the vacancy you qualify for and click Apply. You can follow progress under My Applications on your dashboard.
When do the current PSC vacancies close?
Closing dates range from 16 October 2026 to 30 October 2026. The Accountant General post closes first on 16 October, 20 posts close on 19 October, the Ministry of Defence director post closes on 23 October and the PSC manager post closes on 30 October.
Do I have to pay to apply for a government job in Zimbabwe?
No. The Public Service Commission says all its services are free and its jobs are not for sale. If anyone asks you for money, report it to the PSC on +263242796091.
What documents do I need for a PSC application?
The eRecruitment portal asks for a CV, academic certificates and any qualification or skills documents named in the vacancy listing. Read each advert carefully, as senior posts may require proof of professional registration or certification.
Can I change my application after submitting it?
Yes, within limits. Your profile and CVs can be edited whenever you like. An application you have already sent can be withdrawn and resubmitted, but only before the vacancy closes.
Are there entry-level PSC jobs in this round?
No. The 23 posts listed on 7 October 2026 are senior roles such as deputy director, director, chief director and Accountant General, most requiring six or more years of experience. Registering a profile now means you are ready when junior posts are advertised.
How do I contact the Public Service Commission?
The eRecruitment portal lists the phone number +263 242 700 881-3 and the email address feedback@psc.org.zw. The Commission's offices are at Julius Nyerere Way and Sam Nujoma Street in Harare.
Sources
Public Service Commission eRecruitment portal – current vacancies and how to apply
The Herald – Govt recruitment policy open for all (5 June 2023)
This article was compiled by Jobsiz from the sources listed above, with AI-assisted writing and automated fact-checking. Published 7 October 2026. Last updated 7 October 2026. We update stories when new verified information becomes available.