The Secretariat is the administrative arm of RCZ. It is headed by an Executive Director. The functions of the Secretariat are:Ensuring that the mandate of RCZ as embodied in the Research Act (1986) is carried out as directed by the Board Ensuring regular production of RCZ publications. Following up on progress on research being undertaken in the country. Carrying out other duties as directed by the Board Our offices are located at:
| Title | Full Name |
|---|---|
| Executive Director | Dr. P. Chikudza |
| PA to Executive Director | |
| Finance and Administration Manager | Mrs Rudo Tamangani |
| Marketing and External Relations Managerl | Mr Josphat Katiyo |
| Research Prioritisation,Control and Coordination Manager | Dr Timothy Marango |
| Chief Accountant | Mr E. Mtotela |
| Technical Officer | Mr Edmore Sibanda |
| Technical Officer | Ms Zolisa Gumede |
| Technical Officer | Ms Marvelous Chikwanha |
| Technical Officer | Mr Lee Daryl Tsvangirai |
| Technical Officer | Mr Forbes Zivanai Chinyemba |
| Technical Officer | Mr Job Tendenedzai |
| Records and Information Officer | Mrs Linda Goredema Kembo |
| Human Resources Officer | Ms Deborah Manyara |
| Admin & Logistics Assistant | Ms Adelaide Shonhiwa |
| External Relations Officer | Ms Rumbidzai P Kuwora |
| Internal Audit Officer | Mr Andrew Muridzi |
| Bookkeeper | Ms Valentine Chikukwa |
| Secretary/Receptionist | Ms Rispah Mushamba |
| Driver | Mr James Sande |
| General Hand | Mr Lennox Chiwotatd> |