Partnerships Specialist (Multi Country Lead - Zimbabwe)

The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent.

Based in Nairobi, UNOPS East and Southern Africa supports sustainable development across 14 countries, including Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zanzibar, and Zimbabwe. Since 1995, UNOPS has expanded its footprint in Kenya, delivering services in project management, infrastructure, procurement, and financial management. Across the region, the office implements diverse, partner-funded initiatives that respond to national priorities. In Mozambique, this includes delivering specialized equipment (EU), supporting health services (UNICEF), promoting agro-processing (KOICA), and advancing peacebuilding efforts through a Multi-Donor Fund. UNOPS also supports agricultural input distribution and the Northern Crisis Recovery Project, both funded by the World Bank. In Malawi, efforts include developing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres in partnership with the EU and the British Council. These initiatives reflect UNOPS’ commitment to strengthening national capacities, enhancing service delivery, and supporting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the region.

Established in 2019, UNOPS Zimbabwe partners with the Government and development community to support the country’s growth agenda through services in project management, infrastructure, and procurement. UNOPS contributes to key sectors including agriculture, healthcare, WASH, education, roads, and disaster recovery. Following Cyclone Idai, UNOPS led recovery efforts funded by the World Bank and AfDB, enhancing government capacity and community resilience. Notable initiatives include the Zimbabwe Idai Recovery Project (ZIRP), Great Zimbabwe Development Project (GZDP), and the Post-Cyclone Idai Recovery and Resilience Programme (PCIREP). Additional projects include the Small Irrigation Revitalisation Advisory Programme (SIRAP), procurement of medical equipment, medical waste management and incinerator construction, and the procurement of minibuses for Parliament. During the COVID-19 response, UNOPS implemented a nationwide Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) project funded by Ireland. Based in Harare, UNOPS continues to provide reliable support in advancing Zimbabwe’s sustainable development goals.

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Muti Country Office Director and in close coordination with the Regional Office, the East and Southern Africa Multi-Country Office (ESAMCO) and the Partnerships Group, the Partnerships Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing the partnership development plan and supporting the development of communications plans for Zimbabwe and other Southern African countries. He/She will supervise Communications and Partnership personnel within the area of responsibility.

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