Chief Accountant (Grade D3)

The Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission (ZICC) invites applications from suitably qualified, ethical and results-oriented candidates for the position below. It is one of thirty (30) positions, comprising thirty-five (35) posts, advertised in the Commission's External Circular No. 1 of 2026 (reference ZICC/HR2/2026), issued on 21 October 2026. The Commission offers competitive public sector remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience, and meaningful professional growth in a national oversight institution.

The Commission is the independent mechanism required by section 210 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, established under the Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission Act [Chapter 10:34]. It receives and investigates complaints from members of the public about misconduct by members of the security services, and provides for the remedying of harm caused by such misconduct. Its core values are Independence, Justice, Truth, Transparency and Integrity.

Position 7: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT (1 post).

Reference: ZICC/HR2/2026/07. Grade: D3. Reports to: General Manager – Finance and Administration. Employment: permanent. Duty station: Head Office, Harare. Closing: 30 October 2026, 16:30 CAT.

Purpose of the position

Provide managerial oversight of the Commission's financial resources, financial reporting, budgetary control, statutory accounting compliance and resource mobilisation.

Key performance areas

• Budget Formulation and Expenditure Management: lead the preparation, consolidation and defence of the Commission's programme-based budget; supervise expenditure, monitor budget performance and prepare justified virement proposals.
• Financial Reporting and Statutory Compliance: direct the preparation and verification of monthly closure certificates, ledger reconciliations, quarterly returns and annual financial statements in compliance with IPSAS and the Public Finance Management Act [Chapter 22:19].
• Payment Verification and Cash Management: verify payment vouchers, oversee electronic batch payments, validate stores reconciliations and maintain adequate liquidity.
• Resource Mobilisation and Treasury Liaison: prepare resource requests to Treasury and development partners, participate in fiscal allocation engagements and ensure transparent accounting for mobilised funds.
• Audit Coordination and Team Leadership: coordinate financial information for internal and external audits, draft management responses and supervise accounting staff.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or a full professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CA(Z)).
• Current registration with a recognised professional accounting body (e.g. PAAB, ICAZ, ACCA, CIMA).
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an Accountant or Senior Accountant, with substantial exposure to public sector finance and reporting frameworks.

How to apply: a separate application is required for each position. Each application must contain, in this order: (1) an application letter stating the position applied for and its reference number (ZICC/HR2/2026/07 - Chief Accountant); (2) a detailed curriculum vitae with complete employment history and dates; (3) certified copies of the National Identity Document and Birth Certificate; (4) certified copies of academic and professional certificates and academic transcripts; (5) certified copies of current professional registrations and practising certificates where the position requires them (Council of Social Workers, Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe, Law Society of Zimbabwe, PAAB/ICAZ, Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe); and (6) the names of at least three (3) professional referees, with verifiable telephone numbers and email addresses.

By email: send to [email protected] with the position title and reference number (Chief Accountant - ZICC/HR2/2026/07) in the subject line and all documents attached as PDF files.

By hand delivery or registered post: in a sealed envelope clearly marked "VACANCY: Chief Accountant - REF: ZICC/HR2/2026/07", addressed to The Human Resources Department, Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission, First Mutual Building, 99 Jason Moyo Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe.

Applications must be received by 16:30 hours (CAT) on Friday 30 October 2026. Late, incomplete or incorrectly marked applications will not be considered.

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender equity, diversity and non-discrimination. Qualified women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to background checks, verification of academic and professional credentials, and standard state security vetting. Canvassing in any form, direct or indirect, will result in immediate disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; applicants who have not heard from the Commission within thirty (30) days of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Personal information submitted will be used solely for this recruitment process and handled in accordance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act [Chapter 12:07].