Field Officer

About CESVI Zimbabwe

Since 1998, CESVI Zimbabwe has been implementing impactful development programs focused on environmental protection, sustainable agriculture, and community health.

The organization works to help rural communities transition from subsistence farming to commercial production while promoting resilience, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable livelihoods.

CESVI operates across key thematic areas, including:

• 🌱 Forestry protection and reforestation
• 🐘 Human-wildlife conflict management
• 🌾 Sustainable agriculture and climate-smart farming
• 💧 Natural resource conservation and land restoration

Community engagement and inclusive participation remain at the core of CESVI’s approach.

📅 Application Deadline: 19 November 2025
📍 Workstation: Bikita District, Zimbabwe
🕒 Start Date: 1 December 2025
📄 Contract Type: Fixed Term
✉️ Email Applications To: adminzimbabwe@cesvi.org

Project Background

CESVI is implementing the BMU-IKI funded “Community-Based Adaptation: Scaling up Community Action for Livelihoods and Ecosystems in Southern Africa and Beyond (CBA-SCALE Southern Africa+)” project in collaboration with Care International and other partners.

Workstation: Bikita District (with travel to Chiredzi)
Reporting to: Project Manager – IKI CBA Scale+
Contract Type: Fixed Term

Operating in Bikita and Chiredzi, the project aims to strengthen climate resilience, promote nature-based solutions, and integrate climate adaptation into local and national policies across Southern Africa.

Position Summary

The Field Officer will work closely with the Project Manager, consortium partners, and government departments to implement and monitor community-based adaptation activities.

The role requires a strong background in natural resource management, climate-smart agriculture, and biodiversity conservation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement community-based adaptation plans (CAAPs) and climate-smart activities.
• Support biodiversity conservation, human-wildlife coexistence, and sustainable resource use.
• Facilitate stakeholder coordination with NGOs, local government, and CBOs.
• • Develop peer learning platforms such as farmer field schools and community-based enterprises.

• Collect and report data to support monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes.
• Prepare work plans, progress reports, and knowledge products (case studies, success stories).
• Ensure gender equality and social inclusion are mainstreamed in all project activities.
• Support capacity-building initiatives in nature-based solutions and climate resilience.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Environment, Natural Resource Management, or Development Studies.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in project implementation, coordination, and community development.
• Experience in climate adaptation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable livelihoods.
• Proven ability to work with community-based enterprises and gender-responsive programming.
• Knowledge of environmental safeguards and resilience programming.
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office, relevant design tools, web-based systems).
• Ability to ride a motorcycle is essential.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of local languages and culture is an asset.
• 📌 This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals only.

Key Skills and Attributes

✅ Strong communication and facilitation skills
✅ Community engagement and training experience
✅ Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

✅ Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
✅ Commitment to inclusivity, gender equity, and environmental sustainability

Please Note:

• Do not send certificates or IDs; these will be requested later.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will undergo safeguarding checks with the ZRP.

Safeguarding Commitment

CESVI upholds a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of abuse, exploitation, or harm to children and vulnerable adults.

All recruitment processes include background and criminal record checks to ensure the highest standards of safety and integrity.