Gokwe North Rural District Council

Executive Officer Housing and Social Services

Admin & Office Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

Applications are invited to fill in the following critical posts which have arise in the following departments.

EXECUTIVE OFFICER HOUSING AND SOCIAL SERVICES: (GRADE 10)

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Management of urban and communal land in the council area.
• Allocation of stands.
• Ensuring the provision of sound social services in the district.
• Maintenance of Housing waiting list.
• Strategic leadership of the Housing and Social Services Department.
• Servicing of Housing and Social Services Committee through preparation and presentation of quarterly reports and Allocation Committee.
• Preparing departmental estimates of income and expenditure.
• Coordinating NGOs activities in Council area’s jurisdiction to ensure alignment with Council’s strategic objectives
• Coordinate disaster management activities in liaison with the District Civil Protection unit to ensure readiness to prevent and response to disaster
• Administration of Council clinics and schools
• Coordinate water, sanitation and hygiene activities
• Any other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree in Administration, Local Governance or Social Science from a recognised University
• A relevant Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
• At least three years relevant post qualification experience in middle management in a public sector environment in an administrative or social service position.
• Local government experience is added advantage
• A clean class 4 Drivers licence
• Must be at least 30 years old
• A clean record of service
• Must be a Zimbabwean Citizen
• Membership of a recognized professional body is an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application letter accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, birth certificates, and national ID with at least 2 referees to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31 August 2026.


The Chief Executive Officer
Gokwe North Rural District Council
Private Bag 1023
Nembudzia