Catchment Restoration and Flood Management Program Manager at Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB) Under Contract :Deadline: Apr 19, 2024

Job responsibilities

The program manager is responsible for the successful implementation of all project activities. • Providing overall direction and leadership of Project Implementation Team (PIT), undertaking management and coordination of VCRP; • Supervision and co-ordination of various Contracts contracted in connection with VCRP; • Management of the overall project schedule that incorporates Catchment management, Flood control, Civil Woks contractors; • Review and Supervision of Contractor’s quality assurance plans; • Liaising with all stakeholders and co-ordinating all activities in connection with the Project; • Chairing monthly meetings with contractors; • Regular reporting of the project progress of the VCRP to stakeholders and follow -up on timely preparation of Contractors’ Reports; • Ensuring timely Certification of all payments made in relation to the project; • Maintaining records of disbursements;

• Monitor and report the Project Implementation Plan through Quarterly Reports to all Agencies and stakeholders; • Preparation of TAC and the Project Steering Committee meetings in collaboration with program coordinating entity staff to ensure the project is well coordinated and technical inputs are provided timely which will facilitate resolution of any internal delays to implementation; • Works closely with the user department to avoid any delay of the project implementation (Flood Management and Water Storage Development Division and Catchments Restoration and Erosion Control Division); • Coordinate project activities at district level and coordinate Hub offices;

• Preparation of the Memorandum of Understanding with partner’s districts and revise them when required; • Preparation of ToRs for project staff, short term national and international Consultants; • Inform the line manager of substantial issues requiring additional or changes in resourcing and manage the response for continued effective implementation of the project; • Lead catchment restoration initiatives, collaborating with relevant agencies and local communities; • Maintain budget efficiency, seek additional funding opportunities; • Facilitate positive relationships with diverse stakeholders and involve residents in decision-making processes; • Perform any other activities that may be required from time to time and that are in line with the overall purpose of the VCRP/RWB-SPIU; • Ensure gender mainstreaming in the implementation of the Program; • Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor;

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Hydraulic Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Integrated Watershed Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Water Resources Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Soil & Water Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor’s Degree in Flood risk management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    10 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Hydraulic Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Environmental engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Natural Resources Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Integrated Watershed Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Water Resources Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Soil & Water Management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Flood risk management with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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    Master’s Degree in Water Resources Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

    6 Years of relevant experience

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Water Resources Engineering with experience of managing or coordinating programs or projects with a budget of at least 5 million USD; and experience of working with Government of Rwanda through donors’ funded projects.

  10 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

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    Integrity

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    Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

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    Inclusiveness

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    Accountability

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    Teamwork

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    Client/citizen focus

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    Professionalism

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    Problem solving skills

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    Time management skills

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    Verbal and written communication skills

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    Team work and team building skills;

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    Proficiency in Financial Management systems and in-depth knowledge of the Rwanda’s public finance management

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    Knowledge using GIS tools

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    Negotiation skills

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    Communication skills

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    • Excellent team work, communication and interpersonal skills;

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    Flexibility Skills

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    Computer Literacy

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  Proven resource mobilization capacity

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