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ZimstatDirector – Finance And Administration Division
Zimstat seeks a Director for the Finance and Administration Division at its Head Office in Harare. Reporting directly to the Director-General, this full-time leadership position provides…
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Zimstat seeks a Director for the Finance and Administration Division at its Head Office in Harare. Reporting directly to the Director-General, this full-time leadership position provides strategic oversight for the agency's fiscal, operational, and administrative functions. The role focuses on developing sustainable financial strategies, establishing strong internal controls, improving resource mobilization, and coordinating support systems encompassing procurement, asset management, transport, logistics, and stores. This position suits an experienced financial executive…
Job Description
Zimstat seeks a Director for the Finance and Administration Division at its Head Office in Harare. Reporting directly to the Director-General, this full-time leadership position provides strategic oversight for the agency's fiscal, operational, and administrative functions. The role focuses on developing sustainable financial strategies, establishing strong internal controls, improving resource mobilization, and coordinating support systems encompassing procurement, asset management, transport, logistics, and stores.
This position suits an experienced financial executive who can align administrative and fiscal resources with the agency's long-term strategic objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide visionary leadership and strategic oversight for the agency's operational, administrative, and financial functions
- Drive sustainable financial development and optimize resource mobilization
- Institute robust internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance
- Ensure seamless support systems across finance, procurement, asset management, stores, transport, and logistics
- Align administrative and fiscal resources with the agency's overarching mandate and long-term strategic goals
Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting with a major in Finance and Accounting from a recognized university
- Possess a Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Maintain mandatory active membership in recognized professional accounting bodies such as ICAZ, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent international Chartered Professional Institutes
- Bring a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible post-qualification experience in administrative and financial management
- Have at least three years of experience at a senior managerial or executive directorate level within a public sector, corporate, or non-profit organization
- Demonstrate hands-on proficiency in computerized financial management systems with advanced literacy and working knowledge of SAP
Qualifications
- Complete certification or specialized post-graduate training in International Public Sector Accounting Standards
Core Skills
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Where is this job located?
The position is stationed at the Zimstat Head Office in Harare.
Who does this role report to?
The Director of the Finance and Administration Division reports directly to the Director-General.
What qualifications are required to apply?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, a Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance, active membership in a recognized professional accounting body like ICAZ, ACCA, or CPA, at least eight years of post-qualification experience with three years at a senior level, and SAP proficiency.
What is the application deadline?
The closing date for applications is 30 November 2026.
What is the salary for this position?
The job posting does not specify a salary.
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