ZIPAM is an Apex training Institute under the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, located in Darwendale National Park, 75km west of Harare. Its core mandate is to train and capacitate both the Public sector and Private sector organisations in meeting their management skills needs through training, consultancy and research services in terms of the ZIPAM ACT (Chapter 25:17, Sec 15). Its major clients being, the Central government, Local authorities, Parastatals, Pension schemes and the Private sector.
Our client is seeking an exceptional individual to join their dynamic Executive Management team as Deputy Director General. This is a pivotal role for shaping the company's trajectory and driving success across all operational aspects.
Duties and Responsibilities.
- In this transformative role, you will:
- Partners with the Director General to implement strategic initiatives and achieve ambitious business goals.
- Oversees the heart of our organization: the training and development function, ensuring its performance and profitability.
- Leads the charge: organizes, directs, and manages diverse programs, research projects, and consultancy ventures, including Diploma and Degree programs.
- Be a strategic thinker: initiates proposals that align with the institute's vision and contribute to its overall success.
- Become a brand ambassador: markets our training and development programs and forge valuable partnerships through MOUs.
- Champion continuous improvement: evaluates programs, conduct needs assessments, and implement effective cost-control measures.
- Builds a winning team: ensures adequate staffing, provide expert supervision, and foster professional development for our talented staff.
Qualifications.
- To thrive in this role, you bring:
- A Master's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
- Unwavering enthusiasm, self-motivation, and commitment to excellence.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and delegate effectively.
- Strategic acumen and a keen understanding of market trends and business priorities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships internally and externally.
- Financial literacy and the ability to manage budgets effectively.