Director of a small non-profit trust, registered under Zimbabwe law; s/he may from time-to-time act in the absence of the Director who reports to the Board of Trustees.    The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of leading and conducting the major program activities of RAU; s/he Leads the formulation of strategic research and policy recommendations Represents the organisation at all levels in the presentation, discussion and defense of organisational products;Manages and monitors daily aspects of all research undertaken by the research unit; Represents unit in the organisation�s management team; and Promotes an open, inclusive and collaborative work environment that emphasizes cooperation and teamwork. Strategic Vision � understands and advances the organisational mission and values:Assesses external environment and proposes research activities that achieve organisational goals;Develops research work plans for staff, provides periodic feedback and conducts at least annual performance evaluations and review of individual training plans;Trains subordinates and colleagues in like-minded organisations; and Communicates effectively internally and externally about organisational strategic, research and program activities.Managing for Results (MFR) � is accountable for research products, maintaining relationships with all stakeholders and managing assigned resources: Plans all aspects of research, including assessing data collection needs and methods, costing activities, preparing proposals for management approval;Directs and organizes implementation of all aspects of research, including data collection and conduct of interviews, analyses of data, formulation of conclusions and recommendations, and drafting and editing of products for publication; May assist or lead preparation of and negotiations concerning donor proposals;Ensures accountability for use of all assigned resources;and;Uses organisational talent to foster job enrichment and skills development of peers and subordinates.Representation & Building Coalitions:  Forges multiple productive alliances and partnerships to advance strategic goals or leverage resources:May represents the organization in national and international settings;Ensures briefing papers, dossiers and other materials designed to inform and/or influence expert and non-expert audiences meet quality standards and are consistent with organisational goal and policies; and Fosters collaboration with like-minded civil society organisations and democracy advocates.Teamwork � Conducts self, according to the highest ethical standards and recognizes organisational values, including: open communication:Fosters diversity of staff backgrounds, promotes expression of a range of views and removes barriers to staff participation;Appropriately recognizes contributions of others;Ensures workplace is free from harassment and discrimination; andIdentifies performance problems and addresses in a timely manner through training and/or discipline when team members fail to contribute their assigned share of responsibilities.Nature and Purpose of Contacts:  The incumbent is expected to exercise broad latitude in establishing and maintaining a broad network of external contacts, including representatives of civil society, academia, government, the diplomatic corps and donor partners with the purpose of increasing the impact of RAU programs.S/he is responsible helping establish and expand contacts and build networks and partnerships with like-minded organisations that promote democracy, justice and good governance in Zimbabwe.     A Bachelor Degree, preferably in law, social or political science, and at least one advanced degree is required, preferably in social sciences; however, in exceptional circumstances significant research experience and publication can be considered in lieu of the advanced degree, Fluency in English is required; additional language proficiency in Sindebele or Shona is highly desirable and candidates meeting all other requirements will be given preference  10- 15 years Leadership: able to design, formulate and lead unit work to achieve common goals; able to use highly-developed collaborative skills to build coalitions and consensus,forge traditional and non-traditional alliances and partnerships, and influence others; must have demonstrated creative problem solving in previous and/or current position(s);knows how to delegate meaningful work to subordinates, and provide constructive feedback and mentoring;recognized as trustworthy and credible; and is highly self-aware and known to foster/support continued learning for self and others. MFR:able to develop, plan, organise and effectively align all available resources (including financial, human and material assets) with strategic goals; shown to take personal accountability for effective and transparent use of resources;models behavior, admits mistakes and builds team by example and instruction; and Shown to promote positive change; learns from failure/champions best practices; communicates effectively at all levels, encourages dissenting views; writes and speaks persuasively and quickly.Technical:possesses thorough knowledge of research and interview methods and able to remain up-to-date with new methods and technologies; possesses knowledge of broad range of social science research findings, especially those using participatory methodologies while knowledge of specific issues such as gender, youth, security, public policy, and those involving national institutions is desirable;able to conduct independent research and simultaneously guide the work of staff, especially junior team members; and Possesses proficient computer skills in use of internet, the full Microsoft Windows environment, high competence in the use of analytical software such as excellent SPSS, Nvivo. etc.Teambuilding: able to create a high-performing team that encourages opposing views and weigh alternative approaches; able to identify mission-critical competencies needed in current and future workplace, recruit, trains and retains a diverse, professional, experienced, and creative staff; possesses exemplary interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to work harmoniously with others, empathise and promote respect for diverse groups and views; rewards all employees consistent with their levels of performance; and Exhibits a history of exemplary personal integrity and fosters it in others and admits mistakes.  

Job evaluation subgrade: D