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ZimstatDirector – Human Resources
ZIMSTAT is looking for a Director for the Human Resources Division based at the Head Office in Harare. This position reports directly to the Director-General and…
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ZIMSTAT is looking for a Director for the Human Resources Division based at the Head Office in Harare. This position reports directly to the Director-General and is designed for an experienced professional capable of providing strategic direction for the agency's human capital division. The selected candidate will lead initiatives focused on attracting, retaining, and developing talent, fostering an ethical organizational culture, and ensuring full adherence to labor regulations and governance…
Job Description
ZIMSTAT is looking for a Director for the Human Resources Division based at the Head Office in Harare. This position reports directly to the Director-General and is designed for an experienced professional capable of providing strategic direction for the agency's human capital division. The selected candidate will lead initiatives focused on attracting, retaining, and developing talent, fostering an ethical organizational culture, and ensuring full adherence to labor regulations and governance standards. The role suits leaders with an extensive background in human resources management who can align workforce capabilities with the agency's broader institutional objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the human capital management division with visionary oversight
- Design and execute people strategies that attract, motivate, develop, and retain skilled staff
- Cultivate an ethical, engaged, and high-performance organizational environment
- Maintain sound employment relations and proper performance and talent management systems
- Ensure complete adherence to labor laws and governance standards
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration with an HR major, or a related discipline
- Master's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field
- Mandatory professional qualification from the Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe and active IPMZ membership
- Extensive high-level understanding of payroll administration and the Labour Act Chapter 28:01
- At least eight years of progressively accountable post-qualification experience in human resources management
- Minimum of three years of service in a senior managerial or executive directorate role within a reputable corporate, public, or non-profit entity
- Demonstrated practical proficiency in computerized human resources information and payroll systems
Qualifications
- Holding a qualification in Labour Law or Conciliation and Arbitration
- Working familiarity with SAP HCM software
- Prior work experience within a public sector entity
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 Human Resources reports directly to the Director-General.
What is the application deadline?
The closing date for applications is 28 November 2026.
What is the salary for this position?
The job posting does not specify the salary.
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