1. Digital for Education Intervention Officer (m/f)
JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Digital for Education Intervention Officer (m/f)
Enabel is a Belgian development agency. Under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we carry out public service assignments in Belgium and abroad. In addition, Enabel enhances the impact of Belgium in international development by carrying out assignments for Belgian and international third-party donors.
Its staff members in Brussels and overseas embody the commitment of the Belgian State and other development partners to international solidarity.
Currently, Enabel is implementing a five-year cooperation programme (2019 – 2024) with a total budget of 120 million euros in four priority sectors of development of Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization, and public finance management.
In a bid to curb the Covid-19 Pandemic especially in the TVET education subsector, Enabel wants to support the TVET institutions Rwanda Polytechnic (RP) and Rwanda TVET Board (RTB) in the development of digital content in different trades at different levels of education.
Enabel, in collaboration with RP and RTB, is now looking for a qualified Expert to digitalize training content of existing programs and work on the existing RP e-learning platform in terms of upgrade and usage. The combination of these would bring about a learning management system (LMS) that would cater for both open and distance learning, virtual classrooms, and remote laboratories.
Are you a tech-savvy educational enthusiast ready to take on the challenge of multiple responsibilities, playing the role of facilitator, innovator, researcher, and developer? Do you have an adaptable mindset to work as part of a (growing) team? Do you have a willingness to work with others and an appetite for learning by doing? If yes, then we’ll be happy to hear from you!
Duty station: Mainly in Kigali, with occasional missions
Duration of the contract: 18 months under local employment conditions
Probable starting date: April 2021
Monthly gross salary package: is depending on the qualification and the number of years of relevant experience.
Function:
She/he works for Enabel, based within the TVET institutions in Rwanda, under the direct supervision of the National Technical Assistant in charge of TVET and Workplace Learning and in very close collaboration with other Enabel and TVET organizations colleagues and stakeholders. This function requires a high degree of interpersonal skills.
In general, (s)he will:
The Digitalisation for Education Intervention Officer Function is transversal and covers 4 main tasks:
- Main Task 1: Implement the D4E (Digitalisation for Education) activities of the project that are assigned to the Intervention officer;
- Main Task 2: Provide the necessary technical input for different D4E activities;
- Main Task 3: Contribute to quality assurance as well as knowledge building and knowledge management in the field of D4E;
- Main Task 4: Contribute to change and strengthen the capacities of partners in the field of D4E.
Main tasks:
TASK 1: As Collaborator in the intervention
Realize the implementation of the project by providing input for planning, execution, coordination, and monitoring and evaluation of activities that falls under Digitalisation for Education in order to ensure that the results are achieved within the set execution deadline. The D4E Intervention officer will lead and be responsible for the implementation of the following activities:
In collaboration with the national and international TVET experts; the TVET institution program leads and the D4D expert team of the action in other countries:
- Contribute to the definition, improvement, and implementation of a strategy for a Learning Management System within the TVET institutions (assessment of different options, support the pilot and roll out);
- Contribute to the definition and implement a strategy for Digital Documentation and Digital Libraries within the TVET institutions (assessment of different options, support the pilot and roll out);
- Pilot the implementation of four Digital Skills and Fablabs (to offer ICT integration in teaching and learning);
- Ensure the development and rollout of online or blended learning modules in the TVET construction sector, including capacity building of the TVET institutions.
Main tasks:
- Analyze using a collaborative process the digital situation in the TVET institutions (digital readiness of staff and students, availability of ICT equipment, the status of internet connectivity, ….)
- Realize and adapt, where needed, the planning of activities for which the intervention officer is the lead
- Prepare Terms of Reference and budget for the implementation of the activities for which the intervention officer is the lead
- Ensure instructional integrity of digital course development projects through a method of systematic design and clear course standards, objectives, and assessment
- Develop engaging online or blended learning modules based on existing training materials (e.g. videos, audio, podcasts, animations, 360° videos, AR, VR …);
- Build capacity of TVET institutions staff in the area of digital for education by supporting staff and students through training, help guides, and the organization of a help desk function;
- Identify additional technical expertise required for implementing the activities;
- Determine technical specifications when preparing procurement documents;
- Follow up public procurement (of services, or goods) for which the intervention officer is the lead (technical meetings, provisional technical and final acceptance, …);
- Ensure permanent monitoring of activities including the agreements with external parties.
TASK 2: As a Technology Enhanced Learning expert
Provide the necessary technical input in Digitalisation for Education in order to achieve the project’s technical performance in accordance with national and international norms and standards. The D4E Intervention officer will technically contribute, together with the TVET D4E experts of the project in the other implementation countries, to the following tasks:
- Remain informed of recent interesting evolutions in Digitalisation for Education;
- Participate to scientific and technical forums in Digitalisation for Education;
- Identify and collaborate on TVET institution improvement projects and new initiatives;
- Provide structured and comprehensible technical feedback to all team members.
TASK 3: As Contributor to quality assurance and knowledge management
Ensure quality assurance of services and contribute to organizing knowledge building and knowledge management in Digitalisation for Education. The D4E Intervention officer will ensure the following tasks:
- Continuously self-manage the improvement of one’s knowledge on the basis of one’s experiences, with the advice of sector and thematic experts and by being part of professional and/or scientific networks;
- Be a productive, contributing member to the project network of D4D experts in all implementation countries (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda & Belgium);
- Produce factual data (evidence) about innovations and achievements and present them (posters, presentations at conferences, articles, …);
- Deliver the generated knowledge and factual data to the appropriate level.
TASK 4: As Facilitator of the change processes
Ensure capacity development of partner entities in order to contribute to the improvement of their organization, processes, and systems and of their staff’s competencies. The D4E Intervention officer will ensure the following tasks:
- Engage permanently with school and institutional management, subject matter experts, teachers, and students as well as industry partners and external stakeholders;
- Facilitate the introduction of innovative practices and advice the partners on the use of the most appropriate techniques, including the decision-making process for the purchase of innovative software and technology;
- Facilitate the change process.
Expected results of the function:
- The D4E activities, for which the intervention officer is responsible, are well managed and achieve the desired results.
- Timely and quality technical input is provided to the team members in the field of D4E.
- The D4E activities are documented for learning and institutionalization.
- The visibility of our actions in D4E is adequate.
Profile:
qualification and experience
- East African Community Citizen
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience – degree preferred in human sciences related fields (preferably in adults’ education, educational sciences, or development studies, human resources, sociology …).
- Complementary assets: background in TVET, engineering, ICT, or related fields; certifications in e-learning, instructional design, or related fields
technical skills
Specific competencies or knowledge considered required:
Professional Foundations
- Communicate effectively in visual, oral, and written form.
- Update and improve knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
- Identify and resolve ethical and legal implications.
- Fluent in English.
Planning and Analysis
- Conduct a needs assessment.
- Design a curriculum or program.
- Select and use a variety of techniques for determining instructional content.
- Identify and describe target population characteristics.
- Analyze the characteristics of the environment.
- Analyze the characteristics of existing and emerging technologies.
Design and Development
- Select, modify, or create an appropriate design and development model.
- Select and use a variety of techniques to define and sequence the instructional content and strategies.
- Select or modify existing instructional materials.
- Develop instructional materials reflecting an understanding of the diversity of learners and groups of learners.
- Evaluate and assess instruction and its impact.
Implementation and Management
- Plan and manage instructional design projects.
- Promote collaboration, partnerships, and relationships among the participants in a design project.
- Apply business skills to managing instructional design.
- Contribute to the effective implementation and marketing of instructional products and programs.
Specific competencies or knowledge considered an asset:
- Fluent in French or Kinyarwanda
- Knowledge and/or experience in digitalization of TVET institutions
- Basic knowledge of project implementation cycle and project management
- Awareness of/or interest in 360° videography and Virtual Reality
- Knowledge and/or experience in Gender Mainstreaming
- Experience in knowledge management or organizational learning
attitude
- Continuous learner, able to demonstrate a genuine passion for technology, for understanding and applying technology to bring value to stakeholders and target audiences;
- Pro-active: taking initiatives and responsibility at the same time;
- Creative problem-solver and facilitator-oriented;
- Capable to take a “hands-on approach” and rapidly adapt to changing circumstances;
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure;
- Strong customer service orientation;
- High-level integrity and confidentiality.
How to Apply
Interested applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Job in Rwanda by clicking here Apply for this job button including detailed Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages), a motivation letter, and a copy of a University degree(s). Past and current service certificates also need to be attached to the application (unproven experience will not be considered during the shortlisting). Specify in your CV your LinkedIn profile (if available), at least one product in eLearning that you developed (available online), and the names of three referees (former direct supervisor) as well as their emails and telephone numbers. Submit the full file not later than the 15th March 2021. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Enabel never requests money to be part of any of the recruitment processes.
Done at Kigali, on 1st March 2021
Resident Representative of Enabel in Rwanda
2. Business Analyst eHealth (m/f)
JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Business Analyst eHealth (m/f)
Enabel is a Belgian development agency. Under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we carry out public service assignments in Belgium and abroad. In addition, Enabel enhances the impact of Belgium in international development by carrying out assignments for Belgian and international third-party donors.
Its staff members in Brussels and overseas embody the commitment of the Belgian State and other development partners to international solidarity.
Currently, Enabel is implementing a five-year cooperation programme (2019 – 2024) with a total budget of 120 million euros in four priority sectors of development of Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization, and public finance management.
Enabel in Rwanda, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, wishes to recruit a Business Analyst (m/f) who will help manage the Enabel eHealth portfolio and will facilitate the process of setting up a Hospital Information Network (HIN) system and a Health Information Exchange platform. Through these systems, healthcare providers will share their operational key information and patient data to ensure quality and continuum of care among the citizens and to be able to respond to health crises such as pandemics.
Duty station: Mainly in Kigali, with occasional missions
Duration of the contract: 18 months under local employment conditions
Expected starting date: April 2021
Monthly gross salary package: is depending on the qualification and the number of years of relevant experience.
Function:
He/she works for Enabel, based in the Ministry of Health, under the direct supervision of the International Technical Assistant of Enabel in Rwanda and in very close collaboration with the Ministry of Health. This function requires a high degree of interpersonal skills and a solutions-oriented attitude.
In general, (s)he will:
- Lead the technical discovery process for Digital projects, scoping needs, gathering user requirements, and producing functional specifications for a solution.
- Be a technology partner, working with stakeholders to identify unmet needs, propose IT solutions, and assist management in the development of business cases, system architecture, and project charters.
- Cultivate relationships with government agencies, partners, and stakeholders to develop deep insights into the needs of the national healthcare system, healthcare providers, patients, customers, and communities and become the go-to person for our business/technology partners.
- Conduct Business Analysis: Map out business process; Capture business requirements and specifications (storyboards, use cases, wireframes, …); support translation into technical requirements.
- Oversee third-party contractors and ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
- Support continuous process improvement: analyze existing systems, ensure interoperability and resolve business and technology-related issues.
- Perform and/or oversee the integration and acceptance testing of solutions developed by technology partners.
- Support user adoption and training processes.
Profile:
qualification and experience
- East African Community Citizen
- Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information and Communication Technology; or master’s in Business Administration; or equivalent through experience.
- Minimum experience of 3 years in Business analysis, system architect, and Management information systems.
- Experience in project delivery in a dynamic and emerging setting as part of a complex, global organization;
technical skills
- Ability to recommend priorities to multiple stakeholders based on the highest business value;
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives;
- Effective communication skills, both written and orally, with technical and non-technical stakeholders at different levels;
- Knowledge of system design and architecture, preferably in the health sector;
- Excellent ability for the synthesis of complex issues
- Proven experience at facilitating workshops and meetings, and negotiating;
- Demonstrated ability to influence a large group of stakeholders
- Proficient in English and French. Kinyarwanda is a plus.
- Knowledge of trends in technology and opportunities in digital healthcare;
- Experience with user-centered design of software: identify, wireframe, prototype, test, and operationalize eHealth solutions using visualization platforms
- Experience with lean and agile project management methods;
- Experience in providing guidance and leadership to collaborators;
- Experience in collaborations at the government level.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Attitude
- Highly self-motivated and directed;
- Advanced sense of creativity and initiative
- A genuine passion for technology, understanding how things work, and for applying technology to bring value to stakeholders and target audiences;
- Continuous learner, able to demonstrate familiarity with current trends;
- Capable to take a “hands-on approach” to experiment and try things if needed;
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure;
- Strong customer service orientation;
- Constructive and solution-oriented.
How to Apply
Interested applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Job in Rwanda by clicking here Apply for this job” button including detailed Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages), a motivation letter, and a copy of University degree(s). Past and current service certificates also need to be attached to the application (unproven experience will not be considered during the shortlisting). Specify in your CV your LinkedIn profile (if available) and the names of three referees (former direct supervisor) as well as their emails and telephone numbers. Submit the full file not later than the 15th March 2021. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Enabel never requests money to be part of any of the recruitment processes.
Done at Kigali, on 01st March 2021
Resident Representative of Enabel in Rwanda
