Research Assistant – Executive Director’s Office at Midlands State University – Gweru

Data collection and management: Gathering data, entering, cleaning and managing databases for accuracy.

Conducting Literature reviews: Searching for, reviewing and summarising published literature related to the research topics.

Analysis and Reporting: Performing data analysis, preparing reports, presentations and manuscripts for publication.

Land/ Field Operations: Maintain lab equipment, preparing samples.

Administration: Managing project related correspondence, monitoring budgets and attending project meetings.

Grant proposal writing: Preparing persuasive proposals to secure funding for specific projects.

Performing other duties as instructed, if essential to the research activities of the Institute.

- First degree in Rural and Urban Development, or Rural Development, or Agrobusiness Management and Entrepreneurship, with at least a 2.1 pass.
- At least two (2) years’ post-graduate experience in a research environment.
- Candidates who hold international qualifications are required to provide a ZIMCHE qualifications assessment report.