Occupational Health & Safety Analyst

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Position Title: Occupational Health & Safety Analyst
Location: Harare
Country: Zimbabwe
Deadline Date: February 24, 2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow's problems today. Established with the mission to enhance the quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops, CIMMYT operates primarily in the Global South. The organization focuses on applied agricultural science and building strong partnerships to improve the livelihoods and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers. CIMMYT aims to create a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system while respecting planetary boundaries. For more information, visit cimmyt.org.

Job Overview:
The Occupational Health & Safety Analyst position is crucial for promoting a safe working environment within CIMMYT's operations in Harare, Zimbabwe. The role involves advising on safety measures, conducting risk assessments, and enforcing preventative measures to ensure compliance with legal requirements. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing a safe workplace and fostering a culture of health and safety among employees. This position is open to all Zimbabweans with excellent academic records and relevant experience, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and healthy work environment for all staff members.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The main duties and responsibilities of the Occupational Health & Safety Analyst include coordinating safety and health commission activities in Zimbabwe, conducting periodic Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) walk-downs to recommend measures for protecting workers from potentially dangerous practices, processes, and materials at the Harare station and experimental stations. The analyst will verify compliance with OH&S regulatory requirements and ensure that CIMMYT’s OH&S policies, procedures, and standards are properly applied. Additionally, the analyst will report on working conditions affecting staff health, monitor new OH&S legislation in Zimbabwe, maintain and update the OH&S document database, and support the internal Civil Protection Plan and Evacuation Drills at the stations. The role also involves supporting specific OH&S activities such as fire extinguisher inspections, hydrants, fire equipment cabinets, and eye washers, as well as training staff on these matters. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a BSc degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a relevant field. They should have at least two years of work experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment and be conversant with Zimbabwean Occupational Health and Safety laws. Experience in setting up an Occupational Health and Safety system from scratch is also required. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision, possess good interpersonal skills, integrity, honesty, and self-motivation. Additionally, the selected candidate must exhibit competencies in people skills, critical thinking, client orientation, problem-solving, and decision-making, and should be able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a BSc degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the principles and practices of occupational health and safety, as well as the relevant laws and regulations governing workplace safety in Zimbabwe.

Experience:
The position requires at least two years of work experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment. This experience should include practical knowledge of safety regulations, risk assessment, and the implementation of safety measures in a workplace setting. Candidates should also have experience in establishing an Occupational Health and Safety system from the ground up, demonstrating their capability to create and maintain a safe working environment.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international nature of CIMMYT and the need for effective communication within a multi-cultural environment. Additional knowledge of local languages may be beneficial but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a nationally recruited position open to all Zimbabweans. Candidates must apply online for the Occupational Health & Safety Analyst position (Z25131) by the deadline of February 24, 202

• Applications should include a CV and a cover letter; incomplete applications will not be considered. CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a multicultural work environment, values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity, and encourages women to apply.