Manager, Corporate Affairs (2 Posts, 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 6: MANAGER, CORPORATE AFFAIRS (2 posts).

Reference: ZICC/HR2/2026/06. Grade: D3. Reports to: General Manager – Corporate Affairs, Communication and Protocol. Employment: permanent. Duty station: Head Office, Harare. Closing: 30 October 2026, 16:30 CAT.

Purpose of the position

Direct corporate governance operations, provide secretariat services to the Commission and its thematic committees, and monitor institutional compliance with statutory requirements and Commission resolutions.

Key performance areas

• Commission Secretariat and Governance Support: manage secretariat workflows for Commission and senior management meetings, including agendas, vetting and circulation of meeting packs, minute-taking and drafting of resolutions.
• Statutory Compliance and Governance Frameworks: monitor compliance with corporate governance requirements (including the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act [Chapter 10:31] as applied to the Commission), statutory filing deadlines and internal frameworks; maintain the Register of Conflicts of Interest and Disclosures.
• Resolution Implementation Tracking: maintain Commission Decision Implementation Matrices, follow up with heads of department on Commission directives and compile quarterly progress reports.
• Digitalisation and Confidential Records: lead the move to paperless meeting systems, ensuring secure archiving, restricted access and integrity of corporate records.
• Team Supervision: supervise Corporate Affairs Officers, distribute work, evaluate Key Result Areas, manage leave and support professional development.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Business Administration or an equivalent social science discipline.
• An LLM, MBA, Master's in Strategic Management or Public Policy, or recognised equivalent, is an added advantage.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in corporate secretarial services, legal governance, board affairs or public administration.

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/HR2/2026/06 - Manager, Corporate Affairs); (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 (Manager, Corporate Affairs - ZICC/HR2/2026/06) in the subject line and all documents attached as PDF files.

By hand delivery or registered post: in a sealed envelope clearly marked "VACANCY: Manager, Corporate Affairs - REF: ZICC/HR2/2026/06", 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].