GREATER VIRUNGA TRANSBOUNDARY COLLABORATION
Intergovernmental Organization- Organisation Intergouvernementale
P.O. Box 6626 Kigali Rwanda
Telephone Mob. +250 788573965 E-mail: info@greatervirunga.org
Job Announcement
Position: GVTC Programme Coordinator
Supervisor: GVTC Deputy Executive Secretary
in charge of the program
Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda
Background
The Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration (GVTC) is an intergovernmental organization established through the GVTC treaty signed in 2015 between DRC, Rwanda and Uganda. GVTC is the Transboundary Collaboration Framework for programs and activities on wildlife conservation and tourism development within the Greater Virunga Landscape, which covers the Central Albertine Rift (CAR) and is shared by the three countries of Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Uganda. The GVTC’s goal is the improve conservation of species, habitats, and ecological services contributing to increased socio-economic benefits to the people of the CAR, through effective transboundary collaboration. GVTC works with and through partners toward synergizing the conservation efforts across the three countries. The Greater Virunga Landscape comprises seven national parks and one wildlife reserve disseminated along the shared boundaries of the three countries. The Vision of the Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration is: “The Central Albertine Transfrontier Protect Area network together with the surrounding landscape is conserved sustainability” while the goal is: “Sustainable conservation of the Central Albertine Rift for long term socio-economic development through strategic transboundary collaboration management,”
It is against this background that GVTC is hiring a Program Coordinator for a 2-years contract of employment to strengthen its capacity for the effective management of the Greater Virunga. (this contract is up to the end of the EKN project- Nov. 2024 that GVTC signed with EKN for 4 years from Nov. 2020.)
Primary purpose of the position:
The Program Coordinator is to support the GTC institution in projects/grant management and to work with the Deputy Executive Secretary through effective and efficient management of the Transboundary strategic plan implementation including the related projects with an emphasis on planning implementation and reporting.
Scientific/Technical
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- Supervision of the technical activities and projects supported by GVTC and implemented by GVTC partners ;
- Provision of technical input to the implementing agencies on all issues related to GVTC projects and grant management requirements.
- Coordination of the analysis of GVTC supported partners’ scientific and technical reports and provide comments on their content.
Management Responsibilities
- Coordinating the development of GVTC work plans to ensure their consistency with the Transboundary Strategic Plan and judicious use of available resources. This responsibility extends at the site level;
- Work with the Finance department in the preparation of annual field budgets and overall GVTC budgets and medium-term financial plans in line with the transboundary Strategic Plan and GVCT Business Plan;
- Supervision the field implementation of the annual operation plans and budget, in liaison with the GVTC Finance Department,
- Contribute to the consolidation and respect of GVTC requirements in terms of Planning. Monitoring and Evaluation(M& E);
- Coordination of the GVTC reporting in accordance with each GVTC grant requirements and conditions
- Provide support to consultants commissioned by GVTC;
- Initiate and manage the GVTC technical-scientific database.
- Other duties that may be assigned by the GVTC Management.
Program Coordination and partnership
- Work with two Deputy Executive Secretary to ensure the coordination and better performance of the projects/partners.
- Initiate and strengthen relationships with Partner and implementation agencies.
- Together with the communication officer, set up a functional network of operation with all relevant stakeholders, projects and initiatives (Public and private) within the Greater Virunga Landscape
Institutional Development
- Contribute to the development of GVTC institutional capacity including the fundraising.
- Together with DESP, coordinate the periodic evaluation of performance and impact for the implementation of the Transboundary Strategic plan as well as the GVTC business plan and work plans.
Working Conditions and Reporting
This position of Program Coordinator will be based in the GVTC Headquarters in Kigali, with frequent travel to the GVTC operation area within the 3 Partner States.
The Program Coordinator will report on all matters to GVTC the Deputy Executive Secretary in charge of Programs. He / She will handle all technical aspects related to GVTC programs. He / She will undertake any other duties assigned by the GVTC Executive Secretary. The Employment contract is for 2 years depending on recurring funds.
Qualification & Experience
The Program Coordinator must have a Masters Degree (with at least seven years of relevant experience or a Bachelors Degree with at least ten years’ relevant experience) in Environmental Management Studies or related disciplines especially Biodiversity Conservation, Protected Area Management, etc. The relevant experience must show growing responsibilities in program / project management. Working experience within a regional organization is an added advantage.
Excellent knowledge of either English or French. Knowledge of both will be an added advantage.
Possessing a driving license at least class B and knowledge.
This position requires proven level of integrity and professionalism.
To apply for this position:
Interested candidates should send electronically a copy of: their motivation letter addressed to the GVTC Executive Secretary including a Detailed CV; Certified academic documents at the following Email addresses: es@greatervirunga.org and rkabeya@greatervirunga.org, and pruhumuliza@greatervirunga.org For any clarification required, contact this Mob. +250 78830 0913.The deadline is on 29h August 2022 before 5:00 pm.
Only the shortlisted candidate will be contacted.
Dr. Andrew G. Seguya,
GVTC Executive Secretary
