No 3 Sunderland Avenue Belvedere,Harare | info@necfaizim.org | +263 242 772 625
About Us
Building Fair Labour Relations Since 1994
Who We Are
Trusted Leaders in Industrial Relations
Dedicated to promoting social justice, industrial harmony and workplace excellence.
The National Employment Council (NEC) for Food and Allied Industries was established in 1994 to promote harmonious industrial relations within Zimbabwe’s food manufacturing sector. Since its inception, the Council has served as a trusted platform where employers and employees work together to create fair, productive, and sustainable workplaces.
NEC was initially formed with four sectors:
Baking ,Milling ,Sweets & Confectionery ,Sugar Refining As the industry evolved, the Council expanded to include three additional sectors: Meat & Fish ,Food Processing ,Brewing & Distilling
Vision
To be Zimbabwe’s leading institution in promoting harmonious labour relations and workplace excellence within the Food and Allied Industries sector.
Mission
To promote fair, efficient, and sustainable employment relations through professional dispute resolution, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Values
Integrity,
Fairness,
Professionalism,
Accountability,
Transparency,
Respect,
Innovation,
Collaboration,
Why Join the NEC?
Protection of Workers & Employers Interests
We safeguard the rights of both employers and employees by providing expert labour advice, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and promoting balanced industrial relations.
Protection of Workers & Employers Interests
We safeguard the rights of both employers and employees by providing expert labour advice, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and promoting balanced industrial relations.
Preventing Workplace Conflict
Our Designated Agents identify potential labour issues before they escalate into disputes. Through workplace inspections, guidance, and mediation, we help maintain peaceful and productive working environments.
Wage Negotiations
We facilitate collective bargaining processes that establish minimum wages and employment conditions within the industry, balancing employee welfare with business sustainability.
Wage Negotiations
We facilitate collective bargaining processes that establish minimum wages and employment conditions within the industry, balancing employee welfare with business sustainability.
Fair Dispute Resolution
The NEC provides conciliation and dispute resolution services under Section 63 of the Labour Act. Our Designated Agents are empowered to resolve labour disputes efficiently, reducing lengthy litigation and encouraging amicable settlements.
Qualified Disgnated Agent
Over 20 Years Experience
Justice & Fairness
Our Process
The Path to Workplace Resolution
1. Submit a Complaint
The employee or employer submits a labour dispute to NEC. The case is reviewed and assigned to a conciliator.
2. Conciliation Meeting
An NEC conciliator brings both parties together to discuss the dispute, facilitate dialogue, and work toward a fair and mutually acceptable solution.
3. Resolution
If an agreement is reached, the matter is settled and recorded. If no agreement is reached, the case may proceed to arbitration in accordance with the Labour Act.
General Secretary
Our Management
Our commitment is to building a stronger, more productive, and inclusive industry through collaboration, innovation, and dedication. We remain focused on creating lasting value for our members, employees, and the communities we serve
Shame Chitsike
Accountant
Christline Kanyera
Administrator
Paidamoyo Ruziwa
D.A
Elvis Machikite
Administrator
The Team
Our Experts
Christline Kanyera
Administrator
Shame Chitsike
Finance Manager
Paidamoyo Ruziwa
Designated Agent
Trevor Rugube
Partner with Zimbabwe's Trusted Employment Council
Join hundreds of employers and employees who rely on NEC Food and Allied Industries for expert labour relations, dispute resolution, compliance, and workplace support.