Deputy Director, Migration

About the role

Zimbabwe's Public Service Commission is advertising a Deputy Director, Migration vacancy (Ref: A/GEN/13/14, Vacancy No. 110) for the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, based in Harare. This senior, full-time role supports the leadership of migration work across government. The successful candidate will help shape and review migration governance policy and strategy, oversee the National Migration Policy and related programs, and support the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration with meetings, decisions, and follow-up. The role also involves migration research and data, advice on case handling, donor-funded and development projects, and working with partners such as IOM, United Nations agencies, ministries, and other stakeholders. It includes preparing briefs and reports for senior management and keeping migration records and databases accurate, secure, and confidential. Applications are made through the PSC eRecruitment portal, where candidates register, complete a profile, and submit an application before the closing date.

Responsibilities

Help develop, carry out, and review migration governance policies and strategies in line with the Ministry's plan and national priorities. Oversee implementation and monitoring of the National Migration Policy and related programs. Support the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration, including coordination of meetings and follow-up actions. Coordinate migration research, data collection, analysis, and reporting to guide decisions. Advise on migration case management and timely handling of referred cases. Support resource mobilization and donor-funded and development projects. Build partnerships with IOM, United Nations agencies, ministries, and other migration stakeholders. Prepare policy briefs, Cabinet submissions, strategic reports, and advisory papers. Manage migration databases and records with accuracy and confidentiality.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field. At least six years of experience at officer level. Knowledge of migration governance, public policy formulation, and project management. Strategic leadership and policy analysis skills. Proven research and analytical skills. Stakeholder engagement and diplomacy skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Project and resource management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to use ICT tools in migration programs and decision-making.

Preferred qualifications

A master's degree in one of the fields listed above is an added advantage.

Skills