Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

Company: Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity.

We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.

Reporting to the Country Director, the Executive Assistant will provide Executive and Administrative support to the Country Director’s office and will work closely with all the Country Director’s supervisees.

 The individual

Desired skills and competencies

• A Higher Diploma in Secretarial/Administration Studies or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 “O” Levels including Mathematics and English.
• At least 4 years relevant working experience at a similar level in an NGO environment.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.

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Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals and people with the right to work in Zimbabwe.

Location: Harare Country Office

Type of role: Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 8 September 2025

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates. 

This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals and people with the right to work in Zimbabwe.