Supervisor, Auxillia Mnangagwa Children's Home (Masvingo Province)

About the role

The Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare is advertising a Supervisor vacancy (Ref: 108 of 2026, Vacancy No. 108) for Auxillia Mnangagwa Children's Home in Masvingo Province. This full-time, on-site leadership role is responsible for the day-to-day running of a residential home for children, making sure the home is safe, welcoming, and well organised, and that children receive consistent care and support. The successful candidate will lead staff, plan activities, manage budgets and records, and work with children, including children with disabilities, in a respectful and supportive way. The role also involves keeping the home's buildings and facilities accessible and in good condition, organising provisions and supplies, and preparing clear reports on the home's work. Applications are made through the PSC eRecruitment portal, where candidates register, complete a profile, and submit before the closing date.

Responsibilities

- Oversee the daily operation of the children's home and its care services. - Make sure buildings and facilities are accessible and well maintained. - Plan and support activities and programmes for children in residence. - Prepare and manage the home's annual budget and monitor income, spending, and accounts. - Manage assets and order provisions and rations. - Supervise, mentor, and appraise staff, and support training and capacity building. - Record incidents and risks, keep policy documents up to date, and hold staff meetings. - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and attend relevant workshops, meetings, and official functions.

Requirements

A degree in Social Work, or a Social Science degree in psychology or sociology together with a postgraduate diploma in Social Work; at least 5 years of proven experience in child protection, residential care management, or a similar role; knowledge of case work with children in need, informative and supportive counselling, project management, staff supervision, and budgeting; and strong leadership, communication, report writing, and conflict resolution skills. The candidate should be mature and dependable and able to work with children with disabilities.

Preferred qualifications

A relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage, and a clean class 4 driver's license is an added advantage.

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