University of Zimbabwe
DUE: 27 JUN 2025
The University of Zimbabwe is inviting suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following positions that have arisen in the Directorate for Research Innovation and Industrialisation,
GRANTS MANAGER
Reporting to the Executive Director, Research Innovation and Industrialisation, the ideal candidate is expected to:
1. Manage and support grants management procedures, systems and processes optimising grant administration process for University researchers.
2. Communicate with donors and funders regarding the University’s programmes and projects and ensuring compliance.
3. Design budget narrative templates for proposals, grants, contracts and amendments for generic and donor specific funding.
4. Design and manage an interactive University research database to optimize the grants administration processes alongside the Bursary and the Research Specialists.
5. Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications And Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
i. A minimum of an MSc in Accounting: Finance; Business Administration; or equivalent and conversant with technologies and applications used in the fields.
ii. Relevant experience in grants management including project management, budgeting and accounting.
iii. Ability to prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and pay attention to detail.
iv. Experience with working in a research and innovation environment.
TO APPLY
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Applicants will be required to follow the following application procedure:
After completing the Application Form, applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications. Each set of application must be accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae, giving full particulars including full name; place, date of birth, ID, birth certificate and copies of academic and professional qualifications, all certified. Applicants must give information on experience, date of availability, telephone numbers, names and addresses of three contactable referees. Applications should be hand delivered to Office No. 113, Administration Building at the University of Zimbabwe or posted to:
Deputy Registrar
Human Capital Management
University of Zimbabwe
P.O Box MP 167
HARARE
Closing date of receipt of applications is Friday, 27 June 2025.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.