mothers2mothers Is Hiring: Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead – Zimbabwe

## Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead - Zimbabwe mothers2mothers (m2m) is seeking a **Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead - Zimbabwe** to serve as its primary country representative and focal point under the EKN HIV Instrument programme. **Job Title:** Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead - Zimbabwe **Job Location:** Harare, Zimbabwe **Closing Date:** Until filled **Work Format:** Full-Time The Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead will coordinate country-level project implementation, provide technical assistance to partners, manage strategic partnerships, support government engagement, strengthen local organisational capacity and contribute to localisation objectives. The role will work closely with government stakeholders, civil society organisations, community-led networks and regional programme partners to support effective implementation of project activities and sustainable, community-led and rights-based HIV responses. ## Key Responsibilities ### Country Project Leadership and Coordination The successful candidate will: - Serve as the primary m2m representative and country focal point. - Coordinate country workplans and project priorities. - Ensure alignment between country activities and regional programme objectives. - Facilitate planning, implementation and review processes. - Monitor progress against agreed deliverables and milestones. - Coordinate project start-up and implementation readiness. - Facilitate communication between country stakeholders and regional programme teams. - Support adaptive management and implementation improvements. ### Government Engagement and Systems Strengthening Responsibilities will include: - Building and maintaining relationships with relevant government ministries, departments and agencies. - Participating in technical working groups and national coordination platforms. - Supporting integrated HIV, SRHR, GBV and MHPSS approaches. - Facilitating government participation in project planning and learning activities. - Supporting institutionalisation of programme approaches within existing systems. - Promoting alignment between project activities and national priorities. - Supporting collaboration between community actors and public systems. - Identifying strategic collaborations that can strengthen programme impact and sustainability. ### Partnerships, Localisation and Capacity Strengthening The role will: - Build relationships with local CSOs, CBOs and community-led organisations. - Support localisation and power-shifting commitments. - Facilitate sub-partner onboarding and coordination. - Support organisational capacity strengthening initiatives. - Promote meaningful participation of AGYW-led organisations. - Facilitate peer learning and knowledge sharing. - Strengthen local ownership and sustainability. - Support partner development plans and capacity assessments. ### Technical Assistance, Quality Improvement and Learning Key responsibilities include: - Leading the design, delivery and monitoring of technical assistance initiatives. - Facilitating knowledge transfer and capacity strengthening. - Ensuring technical assistance aligns with national priorities, donor requirements and organisational standards. - Facilitating technical support visits, mentoring and coaching. - Supporting quality improvement activities. - Monitoring application of technical standards and programme guidance. - Promoting continuous learning and evidence-informed programme improvement. - Documenting and sharing programme lessons and good practices. - Tracking technical assistance outcomes and impact. - Coordinating grantee reporting requirements and performance reviews. - Supporting operational research and learning initiatives. ## Stakeholder Engagement and Community Participation The Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead will support the establishment and effective functioning of Country Advisory Committees and facilitate meaningful participation of AGYW and community representatives. The role will also support community-led monitoring and accountability processes, represent m2m in stakeholder meetings and strengthen relationships with civil society, development partners and community leaders. ## Programme Performance and Risk Management The position will monitor implementation progress, programme performance and partner commitments, prepare programme reports and support programme reviews and evaluation activities. The role will also identify implementation challenges and risks, support risk mitigation strategies, escalate significant issues and identify partnership and funding opportunities that can contribute to future programme growth and sustainability. ## Key Deliverables The position is expected to contribute to: - Effective country-level coordination and project implementation. - Strong government and stakeholder relationships. - Effective local partner engagement and capacity strengthening. - Successful technical assistance activities. - Strong localisation and community participation outcomes. - Timely and accurate programme reporting. - Effective programme risk management. - Strengthened m2m positioning within Zimbabwe. - Identification of opportunities supporting future sustainability and growth. ## Qualifications ### Minimum Qualification A **Master’s Degree** in Public Health, International Development, Health Systems, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management or a related field is required. ### Preferred Qualifications Additional qualifications in HIV/AIDS, Health Systems Strengthening, Community Development, Policy or Social Development are preferred. Training in capacity strengthening, systems strengthening or organisational development will be advantageous. ## Experience Requirements Candidates should have: - At least **8-10 years’ progressively responsible experience** in public health, HIV, health systems strengthening, development programmes or related sectors. - Experience managing or coordinating complex donor-funded programmes. - Experience working with government ministries, civil society organisations and community structures. - Experience providing technical assistance and supporting capacity strengthening or organisational development. - Experience working with AGYW, SRHR, HIV or community health programmes. - Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder collaboration and partnership management. - Experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting. - Experience in one of the EKN focus countries. Experience in policy implementation, systems strengthening, regional or multi-country programmes, localisation and community-led development will be advantageous. ## Core Competencies ### Technical Competencies - Project Leadership and Coordination - Partnership Management - Government Relations - Capacity Strengthening - Health Systems Strengthening - HIV and Community Health Programming - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning - Risk Management - Localisation and Sustainability - Stakeholder Engagement ### Leadership Competencies - Strategic Thinking - Relationship Building - Influencing Without Authority - Partnership Development - Problem Solving and Decision Making - Negotiation and Diplomacy - Communication and Facilitation - Political and Contextual Awareness ### Personal Competencies - Results Orientation - Accountability - Adaptability - Initiative - Integrity - Resilience - Learning Agility - Cultural Sensitivity ## Compensation and Benefits mothers2mothers offers: - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement and leave. - Opportunities for growth, leadership and professional development. ## How to Apply Interested and suitably qualified candidates can apply for the **Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead - Zimbabwe** position through the official application link: Apply for Country Partnerships & Technical Assistance Lead - Zimbabwe **TEN (10) MORE JOB OPENINGS ON APPLYNOW:**