ABOUT US
We recognise that there is power and impact in numbers. Zimbabwe Diaspora Construction & Engineering Professionals (ZiDCEP) emerged out of a pursuit to inspire the next generation and support the community, and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in November 2018, we’re an organization driven by progressive ideas, bold actions, and a strong foundation of support.
We are a network of construction and engineering professionals of Zimbabwean origin with a shared purpose to collaboratively advance our mutual interests in:
Professional Learning & Development – mentoring, coaching and supporting new and emerging talents within the diaspora community and extending to higher education institutions in Zimbabwe;
Career Progression & Continuous Professional Development – encouraging and supporting professional development through knowledge-sharing and affiliation with the relevant professional bodies;
Investments and Opportunities – utilising our professional skills and experience to venture into identified and targeted business investments and/or opportunities in Africa and selected target markets; and
Consultancy Services – professional support of projects in construction and engineering through engagement and collaboration in target markets.
Central to all these aspirations is a desire to create an inspiring and progressive network that aims to create a mutually beneficial relationship for individual members, the association, communities we live in and our country of origin, Zimbabwe.
These activities will be delivered through ‘Special Interest Groups’ under the overall leadership and management of ZiDCEP.
OUR VISION
To create a global network of construction and engineering professionals of Zimbabwean origin where our members share their knowledge and skills whilst building the capacity to explore opportunities for growth and development.
OUR MISSION
To collaborate and help each other grow and develop as professionals, effectively getting the best out of our careers, while also giving back to others;
To engage and support entrepreneurial ventures underpinned by our professional skills and network;
To nurture and inspire a new generation of construction and engineering professionals within the Zimbabwean diaspora community;
To actively partake and contribute towards a sustainable society for future generations in Zimbabwe.
OUR VALUES
Ethics- to conduct ourselves with integrity, respect and professionalism of the highest calibre, in all our practices; and realising that all are equal regardless of gender, race, creed or stature
Community- to always work as a unit, harnessing prosperity and success through the power of numbers- to the betterment of all membership
Innovation- to nurture a culture of forward thinkers
Legacy- to consistently create a wealth of knowledge and skill base leaving a lasting mark in the industry to benefit future generations
Professional- always choosing to perform at the highest standards possible without compromise
Collaboration- to work together and leverage our collective knowledge, experience and skills with integrity, honesty and respect
Positive- always maintain a bright outlook even when faced with difficulty and challenges
