Ref.
2026/CDPJVAZ/16031
Job offer type
Field staff jobs
Type of contract
V.I.A
Deadline date
2026/10/31 11:49
Contract
Employee
Junior Project Officer - VIA Zimbabwe (M/W)
Departement Economie Durable et Inclusive - EDIN > Pôle Entreprenariat et Innovation
Published on : 2026/08/17
SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
ZIMBABWE
HARARE
Mission description
Funded by the European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe, the Women Economic Empowerment in Zimbabwe (WEE-ZIM) programme aims to strengthen women’s economic empowerment by developing their skills, improving financial inclusion for women-led MSMEs, and building the capacities of public and private stakeholders.
Based in Harare, the team will consist of a Project Manager, a Component Lead, a Grants and Administration Officer, and a Finance and Procurement Officer.
Assignment
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Junior Project Officer will support the operational implementation of the programme, as well as activities related to outreach and visibility, monitoring and evaluation.
This position offers valuable exposure to international cooperation, programme governance, partnerships with public and private stakeholders at European, Zimbabwean and international levels, communication and visibility, monitoring and evaluation, and knowledge management, in close collaboration with the European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe.
The successful candidate will gradually take responsibility for specific workstreams while contributing to the programme’s quality, visibility and continuous improvement.
Project or context description
1. Support to Operations and Activity Implementation (approx. 35%)
- Support the Project Manager and Component Lead in implementing programme activities, contracting with stakeholders, and monitoring partnerships;
- Contribute to monthly financial reporting (RPP) and other internal Expertise France reporting exercises, under the supervision of the Project Manager;
- Assist the team in preparing missions, workshops, operational meetings and programme activities;
- Contribute to mapping potential stakeholders and intermediary organisations to support the identification and sourcing of partners and beneficiaries;
- Contribute to the organisation of programme events, including workshops and events involving beneficiaries.
2. Support to Programme Governance and Stakeholder Management (approx. 25%)
- Contribute to the preparation of annual reporting to the European Union, under the supervision of the Project Manager;
- Support the Project Manager in preparing annual Steering Committee meetings and quarterly operational monitoring meetings with implementing partners;
- Prepare briefing notes, presentations, minutes and other documents related to programme governance bodies and meetings.
3. Outreach and Visibility (approx. 20%)
- Produce communication materials to disseminate calls for proposals, calls for tenders and calls for applications related to programme activities;
- Gather content, including testimonials and images, and produce materials showcasing the programme and its activities, particularly for Expertise France’s internal communication and dissemination channels;
- Ensure compliance with European Union visibility requirements.
4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) (approx. 20%)
- In coordination with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer based at headquarters, contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of programme activities, including the development of a MEAL plan, implementation of data collection mechanisms and consolidation of data;
- Ensure the filing, archiving and organisation of all programme documentation in accordance with Expertise France procedures and European Union requirements;
- Produce knowledge management and learning materials relating to the programme, including its governance and activities.
Required profile
Eligibility Requirement
- Candidates must be 28 years old or younger. The assignment must begin no later than the candidate’s 29th birthday.
Education
- Master’s degree in international cooperation/international affairs, political science, European affairs, public policy, project management, business administration, geopolitics, communications, or any other relevant field.
Professional Experience
- 1 to 4 years of professional experience (including internships) in international cooperation, project management within an NGO or social entrepreneurship organisation, or programme coordination;
- Experience working on an EU-funded programme or within an international organisation would be an asset;
- Experience in Africa and/or in the fields of gender equality and/or entrepreneurship would be an advantage.
Skills
- Excellent organisational and coordination skills;
- Very good analytical and synthesis skills;
- Excellent writing skills and ability to prepare high-quality presentations;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently;
- Strong team spirit;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Proficiency in French and English;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word).
Why Join WEE-ZIM?
- Contribute to a high-impact programme;
- Work on a daily basis with European institutions, governments, implementing partners and inspiring women entrepreneurs;
- Gain hands-on experience in programme governance, multi-country coordination and donor relations;
- Develop expertise in international programme management in a multicultural environment;
- Build a unique professional network across Southern Africa and Europe, while progressively taking on greater strategic responsibilities.
Additional Information
Applications must include a CV and cover letter.
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements applicable to the VIA scheme at the time of recruitment.
The position is based in Harare, Zimbabwe, at Expertise France’s offices, for the entire duration of the assignment. Travel within the country and/or region may be required depending on programme needs.
Additional information
- VIA position based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
- To apply for this position, you must create an account on the Business France platform. Applications for VIA assignments must be submitted exclusively through this platform.
- The VIA programme is open to young people aged 18 to 28 who are nationals of a European Economic Area (EEA) country, have fulfilled their national service obligations and enjoy full civic rights.
- The assignment is for an initial period of 12 months, with the possibility of renewal.
- The volunteer receives a monthly allowance, the amount of which varies depending on the country of assignment.
Deadline for application : 2026/10/31 11:49
Expertise France is the public agency for designing and implementing international technical cooperation projects. The agency operates around four key priorities :
- democratic, economic, and financial governance ;
- peace, stability, and security ;
- climate, agriculture, and sustainable development ;
- health and human development ;
In these areas, Expertise France conducts capacity-building initiatives and manages project implementation, leveraging technical expertise and acting as a project coordinator. This involves combining public sector expertise with private sector skills to drive impactful results.