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The Office of the Master of the High Court of Zimbabwe is hiring Trainee Records and Information Assistants for positions based in Bulawayo, Gweru, and Gwanda.…
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The Office of the Master of the High Court of Zimbabwe is hiring Trainee Records and Information Assistants for positions based in Bulawayo, Gweru, and Gwanda. This full-time, on-site opportunity sits within the Deceased Estates and the Corporate Recovery, Liquidation and Estates of Other Incapacitated Persons departments. Selected individuals will report directly to the Principal Assistant Master and contribute to the day-to-day management of administrative documentation and departmental correspondence. This…
Job Description
The Office of the Master of the High Court of Zimbabwe is hiring Trainee Records and Information Assistants for positions based in Bulawayo, Gweru, and Gwanda. This full-time, on-site opportunity sits within the Deceased Estates and the Corporate Recovery, Liquidation and Estates of Other Incapacitated Persons departments. Selected individuals will report directly to the Principal Assistant Master and contribute to the day-to-day management of administrative documentation and departmental correspondence.
This role suits professionals looking to build practical experience in archival operations and information management within a public sector setting. Responsibilities focus heavily on maintaining filing systems, processing mail, and adhering strictly to archival legislation. Candidates will handle both incoming and outgoing documents while ensuring compliance with established retention and disposal guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Handle the general oversight and upkeep of organizational files
- Process incoming and outgoing postal correspondence
- Maintain filing archives, executing retrievals and disposals according to the National Archives Act
- Deliver registry support and handle departmental mail following relevant operational rules
- Complete additional tasks delegated by supervisors
Requirements
- Possess a degree in Records and Information Management or a recognized equivalent
- Understand registry operations, filing practices, and archival storage and retrieval protocols
- Demonstrate proficiency using Microsoft software applications
- Exhibit strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Show interpersonal strengths with the capacity to function well inside a collaborative team
- Demonstrate the capability to perform effectively under high-pressure conditions while requiring minimal oversight
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the available locations for this position?
There are four openings in total, distributed across three duty stations: one in Bulawayo, one in Gweru, and two in Gwanda.
What educational background is required to apply?
Applicants must hold a degree in Records and Information Management or an equivalent qualification.
How should candidates submit their applications?
Interested individuals must send a detailed curriculum vitae, an application letter, and certified copies of academic and professional credentials compiled into a single PDF document to recruitment@officeofthemaster.org.zw, while clearly specifying their preferred duty station.
What is the application deadline?
All submissions must be received by 23 October 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
What is the salary for this role?
The salary is not specified in the job posting.
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