Job Opportunity (Counseling Coordinator) at Hope Walks-Rwanda Clubfoot Program : Deadline: 07-06-2021

Hope Walks-Rwanda Clubfoot Program

 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

 Title:  Counseling Coordinator

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Term of Contract:  One year (renewable)

Reporting: This position reports to the Country Coordinator of Hope Walks /Rwanda Clubfoot Program. It also maintains functional reporting lines to the Regional Program Officer, Counseling for quality counseling oversight

 Background:

Hope Walks / Rwanda Clubfoot Program is registered as an International NGO  under Reg 024/RGB/17 and is working in partnership with Ministry of Health of Rwanda in 13 government and private hospitals. For the above hospitals, Hope Walks has to ensure that the program is funded in a manner consistent with guidelines and known best practices in Ponseti method of clubfoot management, Capacity building (trained staff), Coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the program, Implementing the program in cost-effective way, Community sensitization, Counseling of parents.

To be able to deliver services that meet beneficiaries and partners’ expectation, HopeWalks/Rwanda Clubfoot Program is looking for a dedicated professional to carry out responsibilities of Counseling Coordinator:

Purpose of the position:

 To support the overall functioning of the Rwanda Clubfoot Program to eliminate clubfoot as a permanent disability and to fulfill the mission of Hope Walks, with main focus ensuring the spiritual ministry model is implemented effectively in the country, including mentoring Parent Advisors on their roles

Key Duties:

 Under the authority and supervision of the Country Coordinator, the Counseling Coordinator will assist the program in the following activities:

1. Manage the activities relating to the Counselling aspect of the national clubfoot program within the approved annual budget and strategic operational plan.
2. Undertake regular planning and program review with the Country Coordinator and in cooperation with the Regional Program Officer (RPO), Counseling, as needed.
3. Provide regular reports on Counseling to the Program Manager and RPO, Counseling, and other identified partners within the agreed upon and established timeframes and report formats.
4. Facilitate ongoing training, workshops and seminars for Parent Advisors.
5. Provide support, mentoring and encouragement to each clinic counselor.
6. Actively monitor reports as forwarded by clinic coordinators and Parent Advisors, and address any issues or concerns.
7. Actively develop and maintain partnerships with relevant evangelical organizations and entities to ensure local ownership of, and commitment to, the Hope Walks program.
8. Actively work with the Country Coordinator and Regional Program Officer for Counseling to ensure collaboration and alignment of activities.
9. Liaise (at least monthly) with each clinic counselor to assess parent counseling program, and assist in solving any challenges, seeking appropriate support from the Country Coordinator and Regional Program Officer for Counseling, as needed.
10. Create and educate networks for sensitization, awareness raising, early detection and patient referral
11. Create and educate networks to support patient treatment, follow up and compliance
12. Prepare case stories for donors and other stakeholders
13. Ensure appropriate documentation and reporting by Parent Advisors, and prepare and submit data and narrative reports as required
14. Provide advice on counseling program quarter budgetary needs to the Country Coordinator, to incorporate into quarterly spending requests.

 Essential Skills/Qualities

1. Demonstrated ability to motivate people and work effectively in teams and partnerships with a diverse group of stakeholders
2. Good interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills (both written and verbal)
3. Demonstrated computer based skills, including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and email
4. Demonstrated initiative and able to work semi-independently and solve problems
5. Passionate about the mission and statement of faith of Hope Walks
6. Proficiency in the English language, spoken and written

Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Required

1. Degree in a relevant area such as Social, Psychology, etc
2. Fluency in English, as well as one of the predominant languages in the region.
3. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in social work or counseling or any other related fields
4. Previous supervisory experience.
5. To be a Rwandan citizen

 Application procedures

The following are the key guidelines to apply for the above job offer

• Application letter addressed to the Country Coordinator of Hope Walks/Rwanda Clubfoot Program
• One notified copy of academic qualifications
• Updated CV and experience duly signed with concrete evidence of previous experiences
• National ID copy
• One passport photo

How to apply

The application should be submitted at Hope Walks/ Rwanda Clubfoot Program  office located in Kimironko / Bibare ,  KG 40  Street, not later than the 7^th June,2021 at 16h:00.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of selection processes.
• For any inquires please contact Tel:(+250)788499440

HABYARIMANA Jean Claude

Program Manager

Hope Walks/Rwanda Clubfoot Progra