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ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE
Zimbabwe Chapter
What is the Institute of Waste Management Of Southern Africa?
multi-disciplinary non-profit organisation operational in Southern Africa that is committed to supporting professional waste management practices.
The Zimbabwe Chapter, which was founded in 2002, operates in Zimbabwe with its own mandate and structures but in close cooperation with the head office of the Institute which is based in South Africa.
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About the Institute of Waste Management
Our organisation comprises of voluntary members who promote environmentally acceptable, cost effective and appropriate waste management practices. We strive towards the protection of the environment and people of Southern Africa from the adverse effects of poor waste management by supporting sustainable best practical environmental options.
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About the Institute of Waste Management
We contribute to the improvement of waste management standards and legislation, support international, national and regional trends in best environmental practices; promote the science and technology of waste management and practice affordable cost effective management of waste. Education and training in the realm of effective and efficient waste management is also a key focus for us.
About the Institute of Waste Management
When the IWMSA was established over 30 years ago, it was the vision of the founders to provide Southern Africa with a clean and healthy environment. Today this is still the very core of the organisation.
Vision To strive towards a clean and healthy
environment through the application of best practices in waste management
To promote sustainable waste management
Zimbabwe Chapter Vision Cleaner Zimbabwean urban areas
practicing highly efficient. sustainable waste management methods
Reduction of waste management costs while improving environmental cleanliness
Urban residents more satisfied with service delivery in the areas of waste management
Presence of high capable waste management professionals in Zimbabwe
MissionThe IWMSA is committed to protecting the environment
and people of Southern Africa through sustainable environmental best practice options, which include:
Contributing to the improvement of waste management standards and legislation
Supporting international, national and regional, trends in best environmental practices
Promoting the science and technology of waste management
Practicing affordable cost effective waste management Educating and promoting sustainable environmental
best practices
Who qualifies to be a member?
There are various membership categories to choose from including
1. Municipalities 2. Consultants3. Suppliers4. Service providers5. Contractors6. Academics7. National and Provincial Government8. Industry 9. Mining10. Corporate Companies11. Concerned and interested individuals
Membership BenefitsWe provide you with opportunities to:
1. network and exchange information with experts2. debate issues at events arranged by the various
branches or interest groups3. contribute to environmental legislation, strategies and
initiatives4. have your voice heard in the formulation of legislation5. grow professionally through training and exchange
programs6. and in business growth through business
opportunities and promoting your services and products
Membership Benefits1. access to the latest waste management
technology, trends and legislation2. development skills and upgrade
courses within the industry3. special delegate rates for our events 4. special rates at our IWMSA seminars,
conferences and workshops5. free subscription to our official
publications
Membership Benefits6. special rates for listing in our Buyers’ Guide
and Directory7. preferential rates for advertising in IWMSA
publications8. employment opportunities in the waste
management and environmental sectors9. strategies for sustainable waste
management operations10. Business opportunities within the waste
management and environmental sectors
Members BenefitsAdditional benefits for our organisation
members include; the use the of the IWMSA logo on all
their stationary and website two delegates to any national seminar or
other events sponsorship opportunities at our events
including conferences and workshops
Patron Membership BenefitsPatron members enjoy the following additional
benefits:1. first opportunity to sponsor meetings,
seminars and other IWMSA functions2. two free delegates and complimentary
exhibition stand to IWMSA events3. opportunity to market projects in conjunction
with IWMSA4. opportunities to sponsor IWMSA bursaries5. their company logo on all IWMSA publications
Membership CategoriesINDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS
Professional Member Any person who has been actively involved in waste management for more
than twelve months and is possession of a recognized qualification.
Associate Member Any person not eligible for member category above, but who is interested in
or connected with some aspect of waste management.Retired Member Any Institute member who is no longer actively engaged in or connected
with waste management. Student Member
Any student actively engaged in a course studying to qualify in subjects approved by Council.
Membership CategoriesPatron Member These organisations choose to actively take a responsible stand for
the policies of the IWMSA and whose ideals closely match those of the IWMSA. Should you wish to become part of this elite group of members complete an application form and submit it to the Chapter Head Office.
Schools and Community-based Organisations This includes primary schools, secondary schools, colleges and
universities and other institutions of learning.
Companies This includes all businesses and companies in all sectors of the
economy
Membership CategoriesORGANISATIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Local Authorities Rural District Councils Growth Points Town Councils MunicipalitiesCommunity Membership Mining Communities Farming Communities Local Community
How To Become a MemberBecome a member in six easy steps:1. Choose the membership that suits you
best – should you need advice; please contact our head office for more information.
2. Download and complete an application form
3. Submit your completed application form with your proof of payment through to the secretariat
How To Become a MemberBecome a member in six easy steps:4. Supply all the necessary supporting
documentation with the application form.5. Once we receive your application it will be
submitted at the next branch committee meeting for approval.
6. Once your application has been approved, your membership certificate will be emailed to you and will be valid provided that all annual subscription fees are up to date.
Zimbabwe Chapter Goals1. Establishing Branch Chapters in all areas of
zimbabwe2. Increasing the levels of broader stakeholder
participation in Solid Waste Management 3. Promoting Integrated Waste Management4. Promoting Scientific and Economic
Approaches to Waste Management5. Increasing Levels of Scientific Reseach in
Waste Management
Zimbabwe Chapter Goals6. Increase community awareness in
waste management issues7. Increasing capacity for Integrated waste
management in local authorities
Organisational Structures
Organisational Structures
Organisational Structures
Team Leaders Simon Bere is an experienced environmental
scientist and pollution control engineer. He holds a Master of Science from Lancaster University where he specialises in pollution sciences and integrated solid waste management. Simon has worked extensively in the environment and natural resources sector in Zimbabwe including in urban environmental planning and management.
Simon is one of the founding members of the Zimbabwe Chapter of the Institute
Team Leaders Rowan Kushinga Machaka is a seasoned
environmental practitioner whose key area are participatory community development and environmental impact assessments. He is also the founding member of the Environmental Association of Zimbabwe and a PHD student in environmental management.
Kushinga’s experience is critical especially in community participation programs in waste management issues by communities
Contact DetailsContact the Secretariat
+263774447438 +263773242055 Email