Imyanya 4 y’akazi muri World Vision International Rwanda Ku bantu bize (development studies, agricultural & natural sciences, economics, and social sciences,International Development, Program Management, Business Administration, Public Health, Economics, Rural Development or related field) (Deadline: 23th January 2022)

• Provide strategic direction and priorities based on the current and emerging National and Global trends and landscapes for all the Clusters;
• In collaboration with IPD and P&C, ensure right staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentoring and coaching for development.
• Ensure that all program interventions are supported and implemented as per LEAP, and other partnership and donor standards.
• Ensure that local level programming contributes to national level strategy and our promise.
• Support proper integration of Cross cutting sectors such as Advocacy, Faith in development and emergency programming across all funding types.
• Ensure Sponsorship standards are adhered to and Child Sponsorship managed to achieve CWBT for transformation.
• Ensure timely execution of the implementation of Technical Programs and Grants as per the National Office strategy.

• Ensure a learning culture, evidence based programming and documentation of best practices and industry standards.
• Ensure organization representation at strategic government functions and donor meetings.
• Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry and integrity through lifestyle and work relationships support spiritual development of his/her team.

Competent staff are timely hired a, motivated and well managed

Programs implemented in LEAP and partnership enhanced at National Office and field levels

Clear integration strategy

SOIs consistently green

Lessons learnt through evidence based sessions inform the programming

Demonstrated Christian values at workplace across all clusters

• Provide leadership and direction needed to promote a culture of quality programming,  innovative DME, learning  and reporting throughout World Vision Rwanda in line with LEAP, global and industry standards

• Support timely and effective implementation of various accountability mechanisms such as Peer Review, Operational and Finance Audits, Programme evaluations, Programme Capability Review,
• Ensure internal control systems are implemented to mitigate risks and ensure accountability that will result in good audit ratings
• Provide leadership in management and stewardship of donor and organizational resources.
• Ensure programs comply with partnership standards, policies and protocols, including all relevant sections of the Field Finance Manual.

Accountability mechanisms put in place, Financial and audit, evaluations and PCR done

Ensure accountability of resources to the donor as per partnership standards

• Provide Leadership to Technical Programs, to ensure quality and timely execution of TP strategic objectives execution and business plans
• Provide leadership to the development, monitoring and reporting of strategy, directions and a business plan for the national priorities of WV operations (short, medium and long).

• In collaboration with the finance unit, ensure planning and budgeting, project funding, expenditures and process are aligned and operating smoothly.
• Ensure the development of WV Rwanda’s capacity to focus strategically on initiatives, which generate higher quality programming leading to measurable and sustainable development.

Timely Annual Business plan developed and implemented as per NO strategy.

Annual budgets forecasting and financial reports

• Ensure appropriate Grants Management
• Provide support in funding negotiations with support offices and donors in coordination with RAM and in alignment with Regional Grants Acquisition & Management Strategy
• In collaboration with grants teams and technical program leads, develop and execute a strategy to diversify the WVR funding portfolio.
• In coordination with RAM Department, develop growth plans for the relevant technical program area in line with the country strategy.
• Ensure management of donor concerns (government/private  donors and support offices) and proper resolutions for both parties have been reached
• Actively support the roll out of WVR’s National Resource Development & Acquisition plan.

Funding opportunities identified and proposals developed

Increased diversified sources of funding

Donor’s issue log developed and properly addressed

• Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with Support Office partners, including visits by donors.

• In coordination with the Integrated Programs Director develop and maintain good relationships with national government ministries, other NGOs and the development sector in general.
• In coordination with the IPD, and Technical Leads, participate in national level coalitions on specific advocacy issues.
• In the spirit of twin citizenship, contribute to knowledge sharing and collaborative learning through internal avenues such as the Communities of Practice.

Bilateral protocols of collaboration in place

Increased WVR visibility in coalition platforms

Increased WVR participation in the communities of practices

• Provide sound management to :

• Cluster Mangers
• Technical Programs Managers
• Grant Manager

Performance review done timely

Coaching sessions done as needed

• The position holder should have a Master’s degree in International Development, Program Management, Business Administration, Public Health, Economics, Rural Development or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years’ experience with a thorough understanding of all areas of project management cycles in a complex, international development organization especially in development and Relief Projects of which 6 years should be at managerial level.
• General understanding of at least four of the following programmatic sectors: Health & Nutrition; Livelihoods & Resilience; Education & Child Protection; WASH; Disaster Risk Reduction; Food Assistance and Emergency Response.
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment in proposal development, funding acquisitions and grant management for major government donors preferred.
• The position holder must be results oriented and team a player.
• Deep knowledge of WVI working systems, policies and standards will be an advantage

training, license,

registration, and

certification

• Working experience with Government of Rwanda
• Program operations leadership
• Sponsorship management
• Integration of grants with sponsorship

and Qualifications

• Training or certification in Portfolio and/or Program Management with accredited institutions.
• Ability to engage at a strategic level with senior government, UN and INGO officials.
• Ability to lead a multi-cultural team with an empowering and outcome oriented approach.
• Strong budgetary and financial management skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• The person must be results oriented, able to handle public relations, able to satisfy donors and a team player.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and management skills.
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, and physical hardship conditions.
• Ability to solve complex problems and to exercise independent judgment.
• Computer literate.

• Provide strategic and operational oversight of the Technical Programs and Grants and ensuring mechanisms and tools are in place for effective/accountable implementation of projects (end on time, on target, and within budget)
• Ensure programmes in Rwanda have the necessary resources and competencies to live out WV’s Christian faith with boldness and humility through programme choices and through clear, appropriate communication with external stakeholders
• Develop a culture of excellence with regards to the planning and implementation of projects, including periodic and targeted reviews of challenging projects to ensure completion and optimum expenditure rates
• Spearhead coordination between departments to promote information sharing, joint planning, and problem-solving, especially amongst DM, M&E, and Technical Advisors within fragile contexts to support operational effectiveness
• Must possess thorough understanding of and appreciation for M&E/QA, DM, and Programme Development
• Develop and communicate WV Rwanda National Office systems, guidelines, and strategic initiatives
• Ensure effective support mechanisms are in place to facilitate the strategic initiatives of the organization: food security and livelihoods, health and nutrition, WASH, child protection and participation, education, emergency assistance, and Area Rehabilitative Programming
• Ensure effective support mechanisms are in place to enable WV Rwanda  programmes to identify, include, and benefit the most vulnerable children (MVCs) and report their impact on MVCs
• Foster a culture of trust and mutual respect with the aim of empowering staff to take on more responsibility
• Provide strong and positive leadership to the integrated operations department ensuring competent and motivated staff are hired and retained.
• Support professional and personal development of staff through on-the-job coaching, identification of learning and training needs and opportunities
• Advise, approve, and monitor operations budgets, funding, expenditures and execution.
• Develop and implement strategies for intentional and mutual learning among operations staff between programs and between other regions (a wider geographical area).
• Ensure Sponsorship standards are adhered to
• Act as a role model in advocating/promoting the organization and stakeholder transformation according to organization’s vision and core values.
• Guide organisational change and improvement at a strategic and operational level.
• Build capacity of Operations Senior Leadership to execute their duties.
• Continuously share emerging information from GC and Support Offices for continued alignment

Portfolio Management.

• Provide leadership in formulating strategies and plans for risk reduction programming, emergency preparedness, and response activities
• Assess and report on risks that the program portfolio may experience, and ensure proper risk mitigation and management system is in place, including security and emergency preparedness protocols.

• Spearhead portfolio growth, developing strategic relationships, operationalizing growth opportunities, and developing proposals
• Develop mechanisms to ensure integrated programming and proposal development
• Champion integration, ensuring strategic priorities support WV Rwanda National Office strategy
• Develop and implement effective systems for strategic and adaptive management, ensuring operational plans are in place and programmes are able to make necessary adjustments to plans and budgets during implementation, in the interest of continuous improvement
• Ensure programme plans include clear strategies to strengthen the sustainability of outcomes and  ensure progress towards sustainability is measured and reported in all programmes
• Champion key humanitarian standards and sector standards in the National Office and at the field level
• With Strategy and Quality Assurance team provide leadership in strategy formulation, and align National Office Strategy to local context and local development realities.
• Cultivate an atmosphere of trust for the creation and delivery of high quality, effective, and accountable programming
• Develop a business plan for Operations in alignment with strategy and plans of other departments.
• Provide leadership and support, in close partnership with Ministry Quality team, for new programme development, improvement in programme quality, and programme transition in line with business plan.
• Ensure the proper integration of Advocacy, HEA, sectoral programs and cross-cutting themes (e,g, child protection) in programming across all funding types.
• In partnership with the finance unit, ensure planning and budgeting process is aligned and operating smoothly
• Ensure project assessments are done in preparation for negotiation for growth with support offices.
• Oversee and ensure development of quality designs/plans of all development in WV Rwanda (Including HEA and Grants) and ensure implementation to achieve Child Well Being outcomes and in line with the National Office strategy and partnership standards
• Monitor programmes / projects performance towards targets, outcomes, and deliverables and initial actions as appropriate to speed, stop, and continue with chosen paths (investment and dis-investment decisions).
• Develop and support programme or projects implementation capabilities (staff, systems, and processes that will lead to better delivery).
• Provides on going monitoring and environmental intelligence to identify threats and appropriate disaster response mechanisms.

• Champion WV Rwanda engagement in government and with donors, promoting WV leadership when possible
• Promote information-sharing mechanism and internal stakeholder engagement to encourage cross-functional coordination amongst all functions and field operations and actively address issues that affect project success
• Proactively ensure there is a system in place to coordinate amongst Support Services, Strategy and Quality Assurance, P&C, and the Programme Design Unit to address field-based team needs and to sustain growth in various field locations
• Develop strategic networks enabling World Vision to leverage a collective voice in favor of children and families, communities, and partners
• Ensure representation of WV’s strategic pillars with government and partners
• Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with Support Office partners, including visits by donors.
• In coordination with ND and Support Offices, develop and maintain pro-active relationships with bilateral and multilateral representatives in country.
• In coordination with the Senior Leadership Team work closely with regional office directors in relation to implementation of Partnership initiatives, capacity building of national office staff, and knowledge sharing within the region.
• In the spirit of twin citizenship, contribute to knowledge sharing and collaborative learning through internal avenues such as the Operations Leader CoP.
• Collaborate with other Departments (P&C, Communications, Finance, and Ministry Quality, Supply Chain etc) to ensure timely delivery of programmatic inputs (human, financial, policy & strategy, machinery, and material supplies) to programmes and actively participate in all relevant processes.
• Chairs and coordinate integrated programming meeting including Quality Assurances Lead, P&C Lead and Finance Lead to ensure all parties that supports programmes work together in harmony
• Foster a spirit of engagement with other agencies to promote better coordination, joint action, and partnership

• Ensure all organizational policies, procedures, and compliance regulations are in place, understood, and followed
• Ensure awareness of donor and Support Office requirements, including the timely preparation and submission of quality narrative and financial reports
• Work closely with the Finance Director and support programme teams to develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, ensuring value for money and that project expenditure is within agreed budgets
• Champion the implementation of audit recommendations
• Spearhead risk planning and ensure control measures are in place and in use
• Lead the identification and resolution of challenges which impact audit compliance and/or contribute to risk
• Cultivate an atmosphere of good stewardship, accountable ministry, and diligent compliance with internal and donor-imposed processes

• Must promote high team morale, especially within highly stressful fragile contexts and environments
• Ensure quality staff are attracted, retained, and developed to effectively work within a fragile context
• Ensure there are clear and deliberate retention plans specific to individual staff members and succession plans in place
• Effectively line manage and coach the Operations Managers, ensuring a shared vision, teamwork, effective communication, and active engagement in decision making and management approaches, as well as ensuring staff care measures are in place and followed
• Promote people management systems
• Champion performance management mechanisms, ensuring full participation and quality results to promote staff engagement and a culture of excellence
• Cultivate an atmosphere of staff empowerment and motivation leading to active participation in programme initiatives, lead by example, and actively engage with all staff

• Ensure security and risk mitigation measures are in place and in use
• Ensure adherence to Core Security Requirements
• Ensure that staff have the necessary tools to complete the tasks as assigned to them, including, but not limited to, communications tools such as telephones, radios, and internet access
• Ensure that staff housing is safe and fulfils required guidelines, transport is safe and reliable, and that safeguarding/community accountability mechanisms are in place and in use
• Lead the timely implementation of security recommendations
• Promote a culture of security awareness and risk reduction amongst staff

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Programme Director
• Ensure the spiritual well-being of Christian staff members
• Foster a framework for the development and practice of interfaith initiatives amongst staff

• Advanced degree in Developmental Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, Business Management, or any relevant Social Sciences and/or 8+ years of experience in emergency response, development programming, and/or fragile contexts
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience in complex/protracted emergencies, recovery operations, and fragile contexts as applicable
• Proven ability to manage a large and diverse programme portfolio with multiple donors
• Familiarity with EU, USAID/OFDA, DFID, CIDA, AusAID grant compliance and procedures
• Capacity to provide solid leadership within fragile and complex contexts
• Ability to be agile and possesses strong decision-making skills
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills and is a proactive problem solver who is able to unravel and solve multiple complex challenges in an agile and efficient manner
• Must possess knowledge of humanitarian industry, including Sphere standards, HAP, NGO Code of Conduct, and Humanitarian Charter
• Must possess experience in staff security, safety management, and staff care within a complex, insecure, and fragile environment
• Must have experience in Programme design, monitoring, and evaluation in complex contexts
• Proven financial, logistical, and procurement management skills
• Strong ability to work with various partners, local authorities, local organizations, and NGOs to develop and maintain positive external relationships
• High emotional intelligence and rooted in Christian values

training, license,

registration, and

certification

• Very strong organizational, management and negotiation skills
• Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills
• Must possess sound people management skills and effective cross-cultural / pluralistic context capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with computer proficiency
• Must adhere to pre-determined security standards
• Ensures gender perspective in the scope of work