The Rwanda Stock Exchange Limited was established with the objective of carrying out stock market operations. The Stock Exchange was officially launched on January 31^st, 2011 and it is in the process of enhancing its operations and institutional capacity.

It is in this regard that Rwanda Stock Exchange intends to recruit a qualified and competent candidate for the following position:

Financial Analyst

Specific responsibilities

The Financial Analyst of Rwanda Stock Exchange shall be responsible for the overall Research, Economic and Financial analysis for the institution. Detailed job specifications include:

Description of Duties

The Financial Analyst will undertake the following duties:

• To handle economic research and market development activities
• To perform financial analysis on the domestic, regional and international markets
• To prepare market reports
• To review and develop policies for new listings and other products.
• To participate in promotion of new instruments and products in the market.
• To develop, maintain and manage the RSE Index.
• To lead, organize and motivate staff and other market participants on market development issues
• To liaise with the other departments in the formulation and implementation of the market development strategy of the Exchange.
• To compile data and information on the capital market operations
• To Develop public education materials
• To organize in house public education training materials for staff and other stakeholders
• To perform other duties as may be assigned by the Executive management.
  
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s in economics, Finance, Business Administration or Management, Mathematics, or Statistics or relevant professional qualification postgraduate.
• Strong analytical capability (Research oriented).
• Minimum 4 years work experience within the capital market industry or at least 6 years of exposure in financial markets related area of expertise (investments analysis, portfolio management, treasury, research, statistics, risk analysis and management, training and marketing).
• Firm and resolute in decision-making.
• Tact and diplomacy in dealing with human affairs.
• Proven exposure to public speaking and/or teaching.

Interested candidates may send their CV, testimonials and covering letter to the following address: info@rse.rw

The Chief Executive Officer, Rwanda Stock Exchange Ltd., 1^st Floor, KCT Building, Avenue du Commerce,

P O Box 5337 Kigali Rwanda

Deadline:30/05/2025

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INTRODUCTION

Save the Children has been working in Rwanda since 1994 in partnership with the Government of Rwanda and local stakeholders to promote a bright future for children. We have experience working in all 30 districts across the country. Our main areas of focus are education, child protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition, both in humanitarian and development contexts.

GENERAL BACKGROUND

Save the Children is the world’s largest independent child rights organization, with a vision of a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We implement both development and humanitarian assistance programs in Rwanda and Burundi.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Language Interpreter/Translator (Somali-English) is responsible for providing on-demand interpretation and translation services between Somali and English. The role is critical in facilitating communication at the Transit Centre between our clients, staff, and other stakeholders. The interpreter/translator ensures accurate, culturally sensitive, and timely interpretation, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the post holder may be required to work outside the normal role profile and adjust working hours accordingly.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

• Translate spoken messages, live speeches, voice recordings, and written documents between Somali and English with a focus on accuracy, tone, and context.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create and maintain a glossary of key terms and definitions for reference.
• Interpret conversations accurately and ethically, adhering to interpretation protocols and avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly and professionally in both languages, ensuring proper pronunciation and tone.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times, particularly in high-stress or emergency situations.
• Remain punctual and available during scheduled working hours.
• Follow established protocols, especially when interacting with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals.
• Understand and apply appropriate terminology in humanitarian contexts, including Child Protection, SGBV, and Health sectors.
• Respect cultural sensitivities and promote inclusion in a diverse working environment.
• Ensure strict confidentiality of all interpreted and translated information.
• Identify and help resolve any conflicts in meaning, wording, or behavior during interpretation.
•  Be available on-site at the Transit Centre or other designated locations as required.
• Accurately rewrite and translate technical documents, maintaining grammar, structure, and mechanics.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

A university degree in language interpretation/translation, literature, linguistics, or social sciences with proven experience in interpretation and translation.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an interpreter/translator in Child Protection and SGBV-related programs.
• Full professional fluency in Somali and English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Kinyarwanda is an added advantage.
• Understanding of child protection, SGBV, and community-based approaches.
• Experience working with NGOs, especially with refugees or displaced populations, is an asset.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• High standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
  
  
  

CHILD SAFEGUARDING

Level 3 – the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY

Save the Children is committed to creating a safe working environment for all staff and those we work with, including children and community members. We have a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and any behavior that is discriminatory or disrespectful.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*

Kindly submit your application HERE before June 5th, 2025.

*Save the Children does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.*

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Job Description

Introduction

Save the Children has been working in Rwanda since 1994, in partnership with the Government of Rwanda and local stakeholders, to promote a bright future for children. We have experience working in all 30 districts across the country. Our main areas of focus are education, child protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition, in both humanitarian and development contexts.

About Save the Children

Save the Children is the world’s largest independent child rights organization, with a vision of a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We implement both development and humanitarian assistance programs in Rwanda and Burundi.

Role Purpose

The Matron/Patron is a key member of Save the Children’s Child Protection team. Under the supervision of the Child Protection and Gender-Based Violence Team Leader, the role holder will provide mental health and psychosocial support to children and families, facilitate safe spaces (CFS/YFS), and strengthen the community’s capacity to respond to child protection concerns. They will ensure the care and welfare of children, especially separated and unaccompanied minors, and collaborate with other teams for timely case management.

Key Areas of Accountability Child Protection and Psychosocial Support

• Support case workers in ensuring regular support and care for all children.
• Uphold Child Protection Minimum Standards within the CFS-YFS spaces.
• Promote the health, well-being, and discipline of residents, especially unaccompanied minors.
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all children and youth.
• Provide informal guidance on hygiene, dignity, and menstruation management.
• Support community activities, including sports, plays, and religious events.
• Facilitate the registration and attendance of all children and youth in CFS/YFS.
  
  
  

Community Mobilization

• Support and mentor community-based structures such as para-social workers.
• Participate in awareness-raising sessions on child protection issues.
•  Assist in the identification and registration of vulnerable children.
• Help design and distribute child protection messages with the protection team.

Administration, Documentation, and Reporting

•  Maintain accurate and confidential case records (digital and hard copy).
• Attend case conferences, case management meetings, and coordination meetings.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and the safekeeping of project property.
  
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Remain flexible to take on other responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in emergency responses as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in Social Sciences or a related field.
• Prior experience with Save the Children methodologies is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of administrative and operational procedures.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
• Excellent report writing skills in English.
  
  
  

Child Safeguarding 

Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff. Anti-Harassment Policy

Save the Children is committed to creating a safe working environment for all staff and those we work with, including children and community members. We have a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and any behavior that is discriminatory or disrespectful.

Recruitment Process

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kindly submit your application HERE before June 5th, 2025.

• Save the Children does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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Job Description

Introduction

Save the Children has been working in Rwanda since 1994, in partnership with the Government of Rwanda and local stakeholders, to promote a bright future for children. We have experience operating in all 30 districts across the country. Our main areas of focus include education, child protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition in both humanitarian and development contexts.

About Save the Children

Save the Children is the world’s largest independent child rights organization, with a vision of a world in which every child attains their right to survival, protection, development, and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We implement both development and humanitarian assistance programs in Rwanda and Burundi.

Role Purpose

To support individual children, adults, and families by providing case management services, and to strengthen community capacity to identify and respond to child protection and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) concerns.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder may be required to work outside the normal role profile and adapt working hours as necessary.

Key Areas of Accountability Direct Case Management Support

• Provide direct casework support to children and families requiring case management and psychosocial services, especially vulnerable children at risk of abuse, exploitation, neglect, and violence, including unaccompanied or separated children.
• Deliver SGBV response and case management services to individuals affected by, or at risk of, sexual and gender-based violence, including domestic violence, early and forced marriage, sexual abuse, exploitation, and child sexual abuse.
• Ensure children receive appropriate case management support by conducting registration, assessments, case planning, service provision, referrals, and follow-ups, in line with Case Management SOPs.
• Identify individual cases through community outreach and accept referrals from agencies and community partners.
• Conduct rapid assessments and prioritize cases based on risk level.
• Develop case plans based on needs identified during assessments, seeking supervisor support when needed.
• Conduct regular follow-up to ensure service provision and monitor progress.
• Provide consistent home visits and psychosocial support to children and families, including emotional support, referrals, and community mediation.
• Work with the CP & SGBV Team Leader and Coordinator to hold case conferences for complex cases to ensure multi-disciplinary support.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, proper documentation, and best practice in case management.
• Maintain up-to-date case documentation using approved forms and databases.
• Ensure data collection and storage are in line with data protection and confidentiality principles, informed consent, child best interest, Do No Harm principles, and other case management standards.
• Collaborate with the MEAL team to conduct child protection assessments, analyze data, and prepare reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with service providers to enable referrals under the supervision of the Child Protection Coordinator.
• Coordinate with SCI teams and partners to identify vulnerable and at-risk children.
• Work respectfully and sensitively with vulnerable children, families, and host communities.
  
  
  

Community Mobilization

• Support community-based mechanisms, including the selection, training, and mentoring of para-social workers, in collaboration with the responsible Child Protection Officer.
• Facilitate community awareness sessions on child protection and SGBV issues, including the identification of vulnerable children and at-risk individuals, registration of separated/unaccompanied children, and family tracing.
• Collaborate with protection teams to design and disseminate appropriate CP/SGBV prevention and response messages.

Unaccompanied and Separated Children – FTR and Alternative Care

• Document and follow up on cases of separated and unaccompanied children using standard family tracing and reunification procedures.
• Support the identification, assessment, training, and follow-up of foster carers, ensuring appropriate placement and post-placement monitoring.
• Conduct assessments to support voluntary repatriation and reunification of separated/unaccompanied children and prepare relevant reports.

Administration, Documentation, and Reports

• Maintain accurate and updated case files for all child protection and SGBV cases in both hard and electronic formats.
• Participate in case conferences and case management meetings, as well as relevant protection and coordination meetings as assigned.
• Adhere strictly to confidentiality and information management protocols.
• Submit timely and accurate program reports as required.
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities as requested.
• Ensure safety and appropriate management of project property.

Qualifications and Experience

University degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Arts, Public Administration, Social Work and Social Administration, Community Development, Psychology, or any other relevant area of study.

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children in child protection or SGBV case management.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound technical understanding of child protection, SGBV, and community-based approaches.
• Good computer, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Experience working in community development and with schools or children.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to conduct community-level outreach.
  
  
  

Child Safeguarding

Level 3: The post holder will have frequent or intensive contact with children and/or young people through their work in country programs, including responsibility for implementing staff vetting processes or program implementation involving children.

Anti-Harassment Policy

Save the Children is committed to creating a safe working environment for all, including staff, children, and community members. We enforce a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and any discriminatory or disrespectful behavior.

Recruitment Process

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Kindly submit your application HERE before June 5th, 2025.
• Save the Children does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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Position title: Legal Officer

Date: 22^nd May 2024

Work base: Head Office

Reporting to: Company Secretary and Legal affairs

Expected starting date: Any time

Employment Contract type: Open-ended contract.

About the ASA International (Rwanda) Plc:

ASA International (Rwanda) Plc (subsequently referred to as “ASA Rwanda”) is a for-profit, deposit taking Microfinance Institution licensed by National Bank of Rwanda and incorporated under The Companies Act, No.103495622 in Rwanda in 2014 and started operations in 2016, currently serving small business in 37 branches across the country. ASA Rwanda is a subsidiary of ASA International listed on London Stock Exchange, one of the world’s largest international Microfinance institutions in the world operating in 13 countries in Africa and Asia.

Vision: Reduce poverty by improving the lives of the underprivileged with a key focus on female entrepreneurs.

Mission: We have a strong commitment to financial inclusion and socioeconomic progress.

Objective: Providing Microfinance loans for business purpose to low-income entrepreneurs with an objective of improving financial inclusion and realize socioeconomic progress. Our loans provide an alternative to low-income entrepreneurs without access to credit from traditional banks. We provide these loans using the ASA Model.

Function summary

As a financial company and ASA international (Rwanda) plc is mostly engaged to work for the low-income people of the country and as long as there is a possibility of financial irregularities in the activities, the company created a department/position to work to prevent any sorts of misappropriation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and draft legal documents i.e Contracts, MoUs, etc in which the company is partnering in with other stakeholders;
• Prepare monthly litigation reports and country legal updates in line with Company’s business,
• Follow up and update Head Legal on issuance of last notices to Bad Debt clients.
• Ensure that notarized Loan Contracts are kept well in archives at Head Office in Legal Department;
• Prepare and submit arrest warrant requests to judicial organs in case of need in matters related to Criminal, Civil, Commercial, Labor and Administration
• Collateral/Mortgage registration in E-Portal of RDB;
• De-register clients’ collateral after clients’ loan clearance is received;
• Follow-up all pending and on-going cases in the company and report to Head Legal;
• Liaison with External Advocate and Court Bailiff to ensure that cases are fully tried and executed;
• Archiving of all Legal Department reports and minutes in Cabinets to ensure that are kept well and can be retrieved in case of their need.
• Advise on regulatory compliance of the company all BNR Regulations and other national laws in line with company’s business;
• Attends to all the administration work of the Department (not limited to preparation of reports required from the Department, maintaining Departmental dashboards, maintaining Departmental records, filing, diarizing meetings);
• Assists as is directed with all administration duties of the Office of Company Secretariat (not limited to preparation of Board packs);
• Assists Company Secretary and Legal affairs to ensure effective and efficient management of the in-country legal risk as from time-to-time regulatory requirements & compliance;
• Conducts any primary legal research required for purposes of preparing legal opinions;
• Receives all mail that is sent to the Legal Department, brings it to the attention of the Company Secretary and Legal affairs;
• Tracks and records all work in progress / deadlines / responsibilities / projects of the Legal Department.
• This involves preparing and maintaining trackers for any work as is directed;
• Keeps and maintains a register of all contracts that the company is party to. This specifically excludes contracts for credit facilities with the Company customers;
• Keeps and maintains a register of all litigation instructions handled to external legal panel firms;
• Assists to review and provide legal advice on tender documents and procurement processes;
• Assists to provide training and support to the business on relevant legal risks management aspects, as is appropriate; and, ensure an up to date and relevant knowledge of principal areas of the law and practice in all commercial law areas relevant to the business needs of the company.
• Doing any other work that may be assigned to you by your immediate supervisor;
  
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) in recognized University;
• Having Diploma in Legal Practice (DLP) will be an added advantage.

Requirements – Skills, Knowledge, Abilities – on legal officer

• Being Rwandan by nationality;
• 2 years of proven working experience in Banks/ MFIs/ Law Firms in Legal Services.
• In-depth understanding of local regulations relevant to our industry.
• Efficient understanding and use of IECMs & RDB E-Mortgage Portal.
• High attention to detail.
• Sound judgement and decision-making strength.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prepare complex legal documents.
• High level of professional ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office including Excel and Power Point.
• Age between 21 and 35years’ old.
  
  
  

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• In-house Medical Insurance covering him/her and legal dependents as company policy
• Communication allowances as per company policy
• Monitoring allowance as per company policy
• Annual Salary Increment as per company policy
• Festival Allowance as per company policy

Application process

Cover Letter included the candidate’s expected salary; Detailed CV; copy of Degree; Work certificates from previous employers; any other document that may prove a candidate’s competency to the post; Copy of ID Card.

Applications should be addressed to the Managing Director of ASA International (RWANDA) Plc located in KIGALI City, GASABO District, Plot No. – 95, NTORA Village, KG 784 St. RUHANGO Cell, Gisozi Sector, Kigali, Rwanda

Online Application to be sent to asarecruitment@asarwanda.rw  with subject line mentioning legal Officer. Submission of Application should be before 30^th May 2025 at 5:00 PM. Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted. If you do not hear from us in 2 weeks after the deadline, know that you are not meeting our requirements.

ASA International aims to attract and select a diverse workforce, ensuring equal opportunity to everyone, irrespective of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location, and religion. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Done at Kigali on 22^nd May 2025

Signed and approved by:

Christian Salifou

Chief Executive Officer,

ASA International (Rwanda) Plc

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JOB DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION:

Sustainable Growers Rwanda (SGR) is a non-profit organization that supports women coffee farmers and their families to become more professionalized and market- based skilled to increase their family incomes through professional training approach to growing and trading specialty coffee, so they can form direct, productive relationships with coffee processors, importers and roasters. Established in 2014, Sustainable Growers has a strong track record for connecting actors along the value chain, to facilitate deep and global partnerships between small holder producers and their customers.

It is from the above backgrpound and perspective, Sustainable Growers Rwanda is looking for potential qualified candidates to apply for this Job position of;

Manager, Strategy and Resource Mobilization.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Manager, Strategy and Resource Mobilization, will be based in Kigali and report to the CEO, working closely with teams across Rwanda, DRC, and Tanzania. This role is responsible for leading the development and execution of Sustainable Growers Rwanda’s country strategy and resource mobilization agenda. It ensures alignment between programmatic priorities and funding opportunities, drives the growth of sustainable and diversified income streams, and strengthens the organization’s visibility and credibility with donors, partners, and other key stakeholders to advance women’s economic independence.

Goal 1: Strategic Planning and Organizational Direction

• Lead the development and periodic review of a multi-year country strategy that positions Sustainable Growers Rwanda as a catalyst for women’s economic independence and sustainable agriculture.
• Facilitate an inclusive and evidence-based strategy development process that engages staff, partners, donors, and other key stakeholders.
• Integrate global development trends, donor priorities, and national policy frameworks into the strategic planning process to ensure relevance and positioning.
• Establish mechanisms for regular reflection, learning, and adaptation to ensure the strategy remains responsive to internal and external contexts.
  
  
  

Goal 2:Enhanced Strategic Positioning for Resource Mobilization

• Map and analyze trends and funding landscapes relevant to SGR’s priorities.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with prospective donors, foundations, corporates, and impact investors aligned with SGR’s mission.
• Support SGR’s leadership team in developing strategic positioning plans for key national, regional, and global platforms.
• Coordinate the development and packaging of organizational capacity statements and evidence-based impact reports.

Goal 3: Proposal Development and Bid Management Capacity

• Facilitate internal design workshops to ensure technical alignment and innovation in proposal content.
• Support program teams with tools, templates, and training to improve proposal quality and compliance.
• Lead the preparation of narratives, budgets, log frames, and annexes in collaboration with program and finance staff.
• Coordinate post-submission debriefs and lessons learned to improve future bid performance.
  
  
  

Goal 4: Strengthened Grant Compliance and Donor Stewardship

• Oversee quality assurance and compliance on all donor contracts, ensuring adherence to donor requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with finance and MEL teams to ensure financial and results-based reporting align with donor expectations.
• Cultivate a culture of ambition, responsiveness, and shared accountability for resource mobilization across the organization.
• Develop and deliver internal training and coaching sessions for staff on donor engagement and fundraising fundamentals.

Goal 5:Improved Institutional Fundraising Systems and Pipeline

• Design and implement a comprehensive institutional fundraising plan targeting bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, and private sector donors.
• Establish a robust opportunity tracking and pipeline management system that supports proactive planning.
• Coordinate and lead the development of high-quality concept notes and full proposals in response to donor opportunities.
• Maintain a repository of donor intelligence, deadlines, and proposal templates to ensure timely submissions.

Goal 6: Strengthened External Engagement and Partnerships

• Represent SGR in donor meetings, and other relevant funding networks to raise visibility and positioning.
• Build and manage strategic alliances with peer organizations for joint bids and consortia development.
• Organize and facilitate donor field visits, meetings, and high-level roundtables showcasing SGR’s impact.
• Develop and maintain a stakeholder engagement plan that tracks and nurtures relationships with key partners.
• Collaborate with communications to develop targeted outreach materials including impact reports, pitch decks, and newsletters for funders.
  
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE.

Academic and Professional Qualifications.

1. A bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
2. A master’s degree in any of the following fields: Business Administration, Communications, Law, Finance, Commerce, or a related field will be an added advantage
3. At least 6 years relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in a managerial role in a similar organization or busy function.
4. Experience in proposal and report writing, as well as in managing funds/grants

Job attractiveness:

1. Job metrics: Senior and Mid-Level Managers are encouraged to apply for this position.
2. Salary and job benefits: The job salary and other benefits are impressive and attractive.
3. Working conditions are highly favorable and attractive and our culture is DEI Centered.

COMPETENCIES

Technical Competencies

1. Solid in strategic thinking and delivery
2. Experience in and knowledge of sustainability practices
3. Sound experience in programme and project management
4. Strong stakeholder management skills
5. Experience with project management tools and virtual meeting platforms
   
   
   

Behavioral Competencies

1. Customer Focus
2. Cultivate Innovation
3. Drives Results
4. Collaborates
5. Action Oriented
6. Technology Savvy
7. Strategic Mindset
8. Drive vision & purpose
9. Business Insight
10. Build networks
11. Builds effective teams

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

1. Monthly and quarterly reporting on the performance of the strategic pillars and initiatives
2. Monthly reporting on implementation of the organization wide strategy
3. Use of data-driven insights on the implementation of strategic initiatives
4. Annual reduction on costs tied to the uptake of sustainable practices such as energy saving equipment, reduction of waste for all SGR entities
5. Enrollment of external stakeholders to adopt to SGR Sustainable policies and procedures
6. Adoption of all SGR staff to sustainable practices
7. Year on year increment on the funding base for NGO and Social Enterprise
8. Successful wins on proposals submitted bi-annually
9. Successful grants received annually
   
   
   

GUIDELINE FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

Interested and qualified candidates must submit their resume together with their application letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer electronically via:

recruitment@sustainablegrowers.org not later than Thursday 2^nd June 2025 at 5:00 PM (17h00)

Note: local time. Late applications will be automatically rejected.

Christine Condo

Chief Executive Officer – Sustainable Growers

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JOB ADVERT

AIM LifeCare (Multi-Specialty) Clinic is currently hiring experienced full time nurses for various positions, including Dialysis, Dental, and other specialties. The applicant must be ready to join AIM LifeCare Specialized Centre by 1st July 2025.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant nursing experience.
• At least an advanced Diploma in General nursing.
• Experience working in a recognized health facility.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professionalism.

Applications should be submitted not later than June 15, 2025.

Interested candidates should send the following documents to admin@lifecare.rw:

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position.
• Curriculum Vitae with at least three referee contacts.
• Notarized academic documents and certificates.
• National ID or Passport.
• Passport-size photo.

Only qualified and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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JOB VACANCIES

About INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc

Born as COOPEC INKUNGA FINANCE PLC FINANCE Plc on 15 September 1995, and officially licensed as a Microfinance Institution (MFI) by the RDB on 8 July 2016, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc has steadily grown into one of the most trusted MFIs in the country.

Headquartered in Karongi District, in Rwanda’s Western Province, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc operates across seven branches, serving clients in both Kigali City and the Western Province. Over the years, we’ve established ourselves as a pivotal institution in the region’s rural transformation, with a strong commitment to inclusive, responsible, and sustainable financial service delivery.

At the heart of our operations lies a clear mission: to promote quality financial services to small and medium-sized entrepreneurs in order to contribute to the improvement of their socio-economic living conditions and to remain a sustainable and self-sufficient institution. Our operations are deeply rooted in community engagement, environmental sustainability, and the belief that financial inclusion is a cornerstone of equitable development.

To strengthen its human capital, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc is seeking to recruit the employees on the following posts to start employment by July 2025:

CASHIERS (2 VACANT POSTS)

Key responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Branch Manager or Accountant, s/he will be responsible for:

1. Financial service delivery and Customer care;
2. Correctly manage the cash entrusted to him or her by keeping from time to time the source documents justifying cash flow;
3. Recording deposits, withdrawals and reimbursement transactions in client passbooks;
4. Ensuring that the strong room keys are properly kept in conjunction with the Accountant or the Branch Manager;
5. Keeping and classifying supporting documents for operating expenses;
6. Ensure that journal and accounting transactions are done properly;
7. Ensure that payments done at branch level are authorized by competent Officer;
8. Maintaining cash history ;
9. Ensure that loan collaterals and cheque books are properly and safely kept;
10. Closing the cash register at the end of daily activities and ensuring the compliance of the physical balances of the cash register and those of the financial management system;
11. Facilitating the exercise of permanent cash control;
12. Participating in the development of the Branch’s action plan and budget;
13. Ensuring the interim of the accountant;
    
    
    

Requirements

• Be a Rwandan ;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, Banking, Microfinance or related fields, or an A1 diploma with 2 years’ experience.
• Have a good track and sound character in working with financial;
• Fluent in French or English, knowledge of two languages would be an advantage;
• Aged between 21 years and 35 years;

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive financing in Rwanda.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team committed to transforming rural livelihoods.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing MFI embracing innovation and sustainability.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit Job application via e-mail: recruitment@inkungafinance.com(You will get a reply to confirm the reception of your application). Only a single document (PDF format) will be received.

The deadline for submitting applications is May 28, 2025 at 11h 59 local time;

The job application file must contain:

1. An application letter addressed to the Managing Director;
2. Well detailed Curriculum vitae;
3. A copy of the identity card;
4. A copy of the degree;
5. A proof of previous experience
6. A copy of driving license for Loan officer and agronomist candidates.

Note: internal staff fulfilling the requirements are allowed to apply.

The shortlisted candidates for written exam will be published not later than June 3^rd 2025 at 17h30 via the website: https://inkungafinance.com

Done at Karongi on 20/05/2025.

MUHAWENIMANA Abed Cherif

Managing Director

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JOB VACANCY

About INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc

Born as COOPEC INKUNGA FINANCE PLC FINANCE Plc on 15 September 1995, and officially licensed as a Microfinance Institution (MFI) by the RDB on 8 July 2016, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc has steadily grown into one of the most trusted MFIs in the country.

Headquartered in Karongi District, in Rwanda’s Western Province, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc operates across seven branches, serving clients in both Kigali City and the Western Province. Over the years, we’ve established ourselves as a pivotal institution in the region’s rural transformation, with a strong commitment to inclusive, responsible, and sustainable financial service delivery.

At the heart of our operations lies a clear mission: to promote quality financial services to small and medium-sized entrepreneurs in order to contribute to the improvement of their socio-economic living conditions and to remain a sustainable and self-sufficient institution. Our operations are deeply rooted in community engagement, environmental sustainability, and the belief that financial inclusion is a cornerstone of equitable development.

To strengthen its human capital, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc is seeking to recruit the employees on the following posts to start employment by July 2025:

LOAN OFFICER (1 VACANT POST)

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of Branch Manager, he (she) will be responsible for:

1. Ensure the initial contact with potential customers and explain to them all requirements in loan application process;
2. Carry out field visits at clients’ businesses and domiciles to ensure their capacities in loan reimbursement;
3. Analyze credit application files and help eligible customers complete the files;
4. Ensure the client’s eligibility based on an in-depth analysis of 5 Cs;
5. Visit clients’ business places and loan collateral then confirm real value of properties.
6. Constitute the credit application files and make its proposal to the credit committee for analysis and approval;
7. Draw up loan contracts and get them signed;
8. Ensure credit disbursements and inform customers;
9. Ensure the high quality of loan portfolio;
10. Ensure the proper delivery of services and customer satisfaction;
11. Make the list of non-performing/written off loans and establish the schedule and plan for their recovery and submit the execution report to the Branch Manager;
12. Establish monthly credit risk situations according to the format of the central Bank or requirements of the partner of INKUNGA FINANCE Plc;
13. Ensure the growth of the deposit and loan portfolio through clients’ mobilization and promotion of INKUNGA FINACE Plc products;
14. Report to the Branch Manager.
    
    
    

Requirements

• Must be a Rwandan;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree or an A1 diploma in Rural development, Finance, Accounting, Agri-business, managements and education;
• Must have proof of experience of at least two years’ experience for A0, at least three years’ experience for A1 preferably in in financial management, fund mobilization, advocacy, education or credit management.
• Must have driving permit category A;
• Have a good track and sound character in working with financial institutions;
• Fluent in French or English, knowledge of both languages would be an advantage;
• Aged between 21 years and 40 years;
  
  
  

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive financing in Rwanda.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team committed to transforming rural livelihoods.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing MFI embracing innovation and sustainability.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit Job application via e-mail: recruitment@inkungafinance.com (You will get a reply to confirm the reception of your application). Only a single document (PDF format) will be received.

The deadline for submitting applications is May 28, 2025 at 11h 59 local time;

The job application file must contain:

1. An application letter addressed to the Managing Director;
2. Well detailed Curriculum vitae;
3. A copy of the identity card;
4. A copy of the degree;
5. A proof of previous experience
6. A copy of driving license for Loan officer and agronomist candidates.

Note: internal staff fulfilling the requirements are allowed to apply.

The shortlisted candidates for written exam will be published not later than June 3^rd 2025 at 17h30 via the website: https://inkungafinance.com

Done at Karongi on 20/05/2025.

MUHAWENIMANA Abed Cherif

Managing Director

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JOB VACANCIES

About INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc

Born as COOPEC INKUNGA FINANCE PLC FINANCE Plc on 15 September 1995, and officially licensed as a Microfinance Institution (MFI) by the RDB on 8 July 2016, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc Finance Plc has steadily grown into one of the most trusted MFIs in the country.

Headquartered in Karongi District, in Rwanda’s Western Province, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc operates across seven branches, serving clients in both Kigali City and the Western Province. Over the years, we’ve established ourselves as a pivotal institution in the region’s rural transformation, with a strong commitment to inclusive, responsible, and sustainable financial service delivery.

At the heart of our operations lies a clear mission: to promote quality financial services to small and medium-sized entrepreneurs in order to contribute to the improvement of their socio-economic living conditions and to remain a sustainable and self-sufficient institution. Our operations are deeply rooted in community engagement, environmental sustainability, and the belief that financial inclusion is a cornerstone of equitable development.

To strengthen its human capital, INKUNGA FINANCE Plc is seeking to recruit the employees on the following posts to start employment by July 2025:

Agronomist (full time job for eighteen months subject to be renewable)

Position Overview

In line with our growing agricultural lending portfolio and new focus on climate-smart and green financing, we are seeking a highly motivated and field-oriented Agronomist. This role is critical in supporting our new and existing financing products tailored for agriculture, agroforestry, and regenerative practices under programs like SUSTAIN-AF, implemented within the framework of Sustainable Forestry and Efficient Renewable Energy (SFERE), a strategic partnership with ADA Luxembourg and CIFOR-ICRAF.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that INKUNGA FINANCE Plc’s financial services are technically sound, farmer-centered, and sustainable, helping to drive smallholder productivity, income diversification, and rural resilience.

Key Responsibilities

Technical and Agronomic Advisory

• Provide technical assistance to farmers and INKUNGA FINANCE Plc’s field staff in climate-smart agriculture, agroforestry systems, and sustainable land use.
• Promote tree-crop-livestock integration, mixed cropping, soil conservation practices, conservation and regenerative agriculture to enhance farm productivity and ecological health.
• Support farmers in selecting the right tree and crop species combinations based on agro-ecological zones and market needs.
  
  
  

Field Monitoring and Farmer Support

• Conduct regular farm visits and technical assessments to guide loan design and analysis, monitor financed activities, and provide corrective recommendations.
• Assist in pre-loan disbursement evaluations and post-loan disbursement support to ensure sound implementation and productive use of agri-loans.
• Ensure that financed practices are aligned with INKUNGA FINANCE Plc’s environmental, climate-smart and social sustainability principles.

Product Development and Institutional Learning

• Work with the lending/ operations team to integrate agronomic insights into loan product design and delivery.
• Contribute to the development of training tools, crop/ tree factsheets, extension materials, and community outreach programs to promote sustainable farming.
• Assist in documenting lessons learned, case studies, and success stories for internal learning and stakeholder reporting.
  
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with development partners (such as ADA and ICRAF), local governance and other local partners.
• Facilitate technical training, demo plots, or community meetings to strengthen farmer awareness and adoption of agroforestry and climate-resilient practices.
• Support the identification of local value chain actors and off-takers to improve market linkages for agroforestry and agri-produce.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agroforestry, Agricultural Sciences, agri-business or related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• At least 3 years of practical experience working with smallholder farmers in agroforestry, agricultural extension, regenerative, conservation or climate-smart agriculture.
• Sound knowledge of regenerative agriculture, landscape stabilization, soil water conservation, soil fertility management, and tree-based farming systems.
• Strong field experience and familiarity with farming systems in Rwanda’s Western Province.
• Proven ability to design and deliver farmer training, technical field support, and advisory services.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in Kinyarwanda and English. French is a plus.
• Highly self-driven, with an excellent self-initiation attribute, organized, and results-driven.
• Strong digital literacy (MS Office, Google Workspace, GPS or mapping tools).
• Driving license cat. A.
  
  
  

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Passionate about working with smallholder farmers and improving rural livelihoods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with multi-stakeholder teams.
• Self-motivated,
• Sensitive to environmental and gender inclusion issues in agriculture.Comfortable with regular travel within western province and other operational areas.
• Equal or less than 40 years old
• Have a good track and sound character in working with financial institutions.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive financing in Rwanda.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team committed to transforming rural livelihoods.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing MFI embracing innovation and sustainability.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit Job application via e-mail: recruitment@inkungafinance.com(You will get a reply to confirm the reception of your application). Only a single document (PDF format) will be received.

The deadline for submitting applications is May 28, 2025 at 11h 59 local time;

The job application file must contain:

1. An application letter addressed to the Managing Director;
2. Well detailed Curriculum vitae;
3. A copy of the identity card;
4. A copy of the degree;
5. A proof of previous experience
6. A copy of driving license for Loan officer and agronomist candidates.

Note: internal staff fulfilling the requirements are allowed to apply.

The shortlisted candidates for written exam will be published not later than June 3^rd 2025 at 17h30 via the website: https://inkungafinance.com

Done at Karongi on 20/05/2025.

MUHAWENIMANA Abed Cherif

Managing Director

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive financing in Rwanda.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team committed to transforming rural livelihoods.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing MFI embracing innovation and sustainability.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit Job application via e-mail: recruitment@inkungafinance.com(You will get a reply to confirm the reception of your application). Only a single document (PDF format) will be received.

The deadline for submitting applications is May 28, 2025 at 11h 59 local time;

The job application file must contain:

1. An application letter addressed to the Managing Director;
2. Well detailed Curriculum vitae;
3. A copy of the identity card;
4. A copy of the degree;
5. A proof of previous experience
6. A copy of driving license for Loan officer and agronomist candidates.

Note: internal staff fulfilling the requirements are allowed to apply.

The shortlisted candidates for written exam will be published not later than June 3^rd 2025 at 17h30 via the website: https://inkungafinance.com

Done at Karongi on 20/05/2025.

MUHAWENIMANA Abed Cherif

Managing Director

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VVOB is an international non-profit organisation with programmes and projects in 11 countries worldwide.

When you join VVOB, you become a key player in VVOB’s mission to ensure quality education as a key enabler for achieving the sustainable development goals. We implement our programmes and projects with one shared passion: to ensure the improvement of quality education. Our teams of national and international experts achieve this by providing technical assistance to governmental and other education actors. In doing so, worldwide we ensure capacity building of governmental and other education actors.

Do you share our ambition to ensure that learners around the world can enjoy their fundamental human right to quality education, without exception? Are you convinced that quality education as well guarantees equal opportunities for everyone and is the key to a better world?

We are looking for a Country Liaison Advisor who will ideally operate from our office in Rwanda or Kenya to the further development of the African Centre for School Leadership (ACSL), taking the lead as a key expert being a liaison between the multi-country programme and the respective country

Do you want to take on this challenge? Then continue reading!

Responsibilities of the Country Liaison Advisor

As Country Liaison advisor in the African Centre for School Leadership (ACSL), You bring the broader picture of the multi-country programme to the partners in the country and represent the country context towards the multi-country programme.

Reporting to the ACSL Regional Coordinator in Rwanda or Kenya, you will collaborate closely with Global or Country programme staff, as well as with other LIT LEAD Partners at both cross-country and in-country levels.

You will:

• You represent the multi-country programme towards current and future implementation partners in the country, and you ensure alignment of the programme with the partner country needs and context.
• You are a connector between the national (country) level and the multi-countryprogramme and you connect different partners within the country as well.
• You support in setting up appropriate structuresand working arrangements with the partners involved.
• You map the needs and opportunitiesin the country. You ensure strong knowledge of the country’s context.
• You are the main contact for support and collaborationwith the multi-country programme current and future implementation partners within the country.
• You support in the follow up on delivery of project activitiesin the country and the communication of regular process and project updates both internally and externally, including reporting to partners.

If you’re our Country Liaison Advisor, your workweek at the office will include the following highlights:

Together with ACSL team, you coordinate with different partners within a target country to align the country intervention with the PANA scope to provide technical support and ensure alignment of the programme.

You support the Regional Coordinator with the development of opportunities and structures to improve communication inside and outside of Pan-African ACSL and our stakeholders, and you break down barriers that may get in the way of effective communication and engagement.

You provide support to education institutions and networks, by offering opportunities that foster professional development at institutional level and strengthen cooperation between ACSL and other stakeholders of the educational system to anticipate to current and future challenges.

Lunch! A perfect way to informally check in with your ACSL colleagues to hear

the latest updates about the mission done to a target country and their involvement in a country mapping exercise.

You support the Regional Coordinator with the preparation of a working session with the ACSL implementing partners on the programme reports, within the mandate of the programme, the framework of cooperation with the partners and following the funding partner’s guidelines.

Who are you?

Your expertise and experience

• Master’s degree in education or related field or equivalent experience.
• Five years’ Experience in School leadership
• Knowledge of the broader region / context and its development partners
• Language skills: English CEFR Level C1 and French is an asset.
• MEAL or Communications previous experience and knowledge is an asset.
• You are authorized to work in Rwanda or Kenya.
  
  
  

Matching competences

VVOB core competences:

• Results and goal oriented
• Lifelong learning and improvement
• Cooperation within a team and with other stakeholders

Function specific competencies:

• Creativity
• Development Orientated
• 360 Empathy
• Communication Skills
• Problem Analysis & Judgement

What we’re offering:

• A full-time national contract, until December 2026.
• A dynamic working environment in an international context.
• An exciting job in a growing organisation with varied responsibilities and opportunities for professional development;
• A competitive salary and benefits package;
• Please note that for this position frequent travel within the African continent is required.

Join us:

As soon as possible.

What’s next?

Your motivation letter detailing your match with the profile as well as your motivation behind applying for the vacancy and a detailed CV are expected no later than 6 June 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will participate in an interview process, and may undergo evaluation at an external assessment centre, prior to receiving a potential final offer.

VVOB is committed to the belief that quality education can only be achieved through ensuring equity. Qualities of people prevail, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or disability. If you require reasonable accommodations, including disability-related support, during the application process, interviews, pre-employment testing, or any other part of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries and applications to: recruitment.rwanda@vvob.org

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Job Description

INTRODUCTION

Save the Children has been working in Rwanda since 1994 in partnership with the Government of Rwanda (GoR) and local stakeholders to promote a bright future for children. We have experience working in all 30 districts across the country. The main areas of focus are education, child protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition in humanitarian and development contexts.

GENERAL BACKGROUND

Save the Children (SC) is the world’s largest independent child rights organization, underpinned by a vision of a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. Our mission to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. Save the Children implements both development and humanitarian assistance programs in Rwanda and Burundi.

ROLE PURPOSE: 

Kumwe Hub is an innovative finance and social investment arm of Save the Children International, born out of Rwanda and currently serving African Countries. We support the growth, success, and sustainability of local early-stage businesses and innovations that are having a positive impact on children, youth and families.

We back these businesses through an array of technical and thematic support and investments. These include providing tailored advice to businesses on their operations and impact, coupled with access to affordable finance through low-cost loans, and returnable and seed capital grants.

By 2026, Kumwe Hub will impact 1M children across Africa through innovative finance.

To achieve this vision, we are seeking a passionate, creative and proactive Business Growth Facilitator to join our team and support the growth of child-impact driven businesses. If you are a catalyst for change and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, we encourage you to apply by January 24, 2025.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

A Business Growth Facilitator is expected to possess a mix of practical business development experience, training and coaching expertise, and a wide range of soft skills that allow them to engage, mentor, and motivate individuals to reach their full potential.

Essential:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in business development, client services, or a related field, ideally with a focus on social impact or child-centric enterprises.
• Strong relationship management, business planning, and coaching abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel and Word.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• A high level of perseverance, integrity, and initiative.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required. French is a plus.
• Experience designing and facilitating business training delivery. Effective presentation and training skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
• Proficient in using digital tools and resources for curriculum development, training, and virtual coaching (e.g., Zoom, Google Classroom, educational apps).
• Demonstrates perseverance, integrity, and critical thinking.
• Exhibits personal drive, initiative, and learning agility.
• Legal authorization to work in Rwanda.
• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Business Development Support:

• Identify and engage child-impact driven businesses aligned with our mission.
• Assess businesses to understand their needs and market potential.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate business needs and opportunities.
• Offer strategic guidance to entrepreneurs for sustainable growth.
• Provide advice on financing products.
• Assist entrepreneurs in preparing for financing or investment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate client information using project management tools.
• Coordinate service delivery and schedule for entrepreneur engagements.
• Monitor and report progress on client work and deliverables.
• Support investment team with applications and due diligence processes.
• Conduct the investor readiness for the entrepreneurs to access funding.
  
  
  

Curriculum Development:

• Review and advise the Kumwe Hub’s team on necessary changes to the training modules.
• Improve and create comprehensive training modules covering Business development and Management topics, with a special focus on Rwanda and the regional context.

Training:

• Manage and conduct training sessions for enrolled clients.
• Utilize diverse training methods, adapting as necessary.
• Coordinate training logistics and activities in collaboration with Program teams.
• Deliver training using Kumwe Hub packages as needed.
• Prepare training reports and update online documentation.
• Ensure high attendance through effective mobilization and follow-up.

Administration & Reporting:

• Cultivate positive relationships with relevant partners and local authorities.
• Manage all necessary internal administration and compliance processes.
• Support in Impact surveys and data collection efforts for impact assessment.
• Submit timely weekly and monthly program reports to supervisor.
• Communicate program details to clients as required.
• Inform management of any challenges faced by clients during implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of the organisation.

Application Link

Deadline: 04th jun 2025

CHILD SAFEGUARDING

This position is Child Safeguarding Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY

We are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all those who work for us and for all those who come into contact with our staff and representatives, including children and members of the communities with whom we work.

SCI takes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others.

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. *

*Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process.

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Key Staff Roles, Expertise and Responsibilities

Job Specification

Job Title: Team Leader – Twiyubakire Programme

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Division: Trócaire Rwanda Country Programme

Date: February 2025

Description

Trócaire works in partnership with local and church organisations, supporting communities in over 20 developing countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East to bring about lasting change. Trócaire envisions a just and peaceful world where people’s dignity is upheld, rights are respected, basic needs are met, and resources are shared equitably. It strives for a world where individuals have control over their lives, and those in power act for the common good. As the official overseas development agency of the Irish Catholic Church, Trócaire has been working in Rwanda since 1994.

The Team Leader (TL) role is a senior position, reporting directly to the Trócaire Country Director, with dotted line management lines to Trócaire’s Programme Manager and Localisation and Partnership Manager. The TL will have overall responsibility for the leadership and management of Trócaire’s 5-year Twiyubakire Programme, funded by FCDO. This includes overseeing the selection of CSO partners and providing comprehensive oversight for all project deliverables, indicators, and stakeholder relationships, including with FCDO and CSO partners. The TL will ensure an integrated vision across programme components and actors, maintaining a sharp focus on achieving the results defined in the contract.

The role requires extensive travel to operational districts to conduct regular visits to CSO partners and their projects, as well as to attend programme-related meetings, stakeholder engagements, coordination forums, and other representation duties as re- quired. The TL is also responsible for the timely and high-quality development and submission of programme update reports, financial reports, invoices, work plans, results frameworks, risk registers, and other documents in line with donor requirements and internal regulations.

The TL will lead a team of seven staff members and directly line-manage four.

Please note: This position is contingent upon donor funding approval and will only be confirmed if funding is secured.

SafeguardingProgrammeParticipants-Children&Adults:

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct), which outlines the expected behaviours and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives.

Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and appropriate screening (e.g., police/Garda vetting, counterterrorism and anti-trafficking). Trócaire also participates in the Inter-Agency Mis-conduct Disclosure Scheme, and all employees will be subject to this as part of the contract of employment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Programme Leadership & Management

• Lead the delivery of the Civil Society component of the 5-year FCDO-funded Twiyubakire Programme, ensuring compliance with donor and internal requirements and regulations.
• Ensure all activities are designed, implemented, monitored, and evaluated in line with Trócaire’s Programme Management and Accountability Framework.
• Conduct monthly Budget vs. Actual meetings to ensure partner and Trócaire activities align with budget commitments and timelines.
• Represent Trócaire at FCDO-organised meetings related to grant management, donor compliance, programme operations, and strategy.
• Oversee the timely selection of CSO partners in alignment with the programme proposal and design of high-quality CSO projects.
• Oversee tailored and high-quality capacity strengthening support provided to CSO partners.
• Conduct frequent field visits and partner office visits to monitor, document, and support CSO partners in activity implementation, work planning, and budgeting.
• Oversee the timely preparation and implementation of grant-related documents and processes, including budget entries, approvals, grant agreements, partner MOUs, amendments, reports, workplans, and stakeholder communications.
• Ensure gender, protection, and disability inclusion are effectively mainstreamed across all programme activities and stages of the programme cycle.
• Support the programme team and CSO partners to identify and develop learning opportunities, facilitating the sharing of lessons learned both internally and externally.
• Manage project-level risks by ensuring risks are properly documented, analysed, mitigated, and addressed.
• Ensure adherence to the Core Humanitarian Standards and other relevant international standards throughout pro- gramme implementation.
• Serve as the main point of contact with FCDO for contract management and information requests.
• Collaborate with Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) staff to develop robust MEL frameworks and effectively track programme results.
• Ensure efficient, timely implementation of contract services in compliance with FCDO requirements.
  
  
  

Human Resource, Finance, Logistics & Systems Management

• Coordinate with technical advisors and support staff to ensure effective, high-quality programme implementation.
• Maintain oversight of programme finances and budgets, ensuring compliance with donor and organisational financial management standards.
• Ensure full compliance and critical oversight of the team’s use of Trócaire’s management information systems, including Salesforce, Box, and Trócaire People.
• Work closely with finance and project staff to develop, manage, and track project budgets.
• Directly line-manage four staff members: Finance Manager, MEL Officer, Capacity Strengthening Advisor, and Advocacy Advisor.
• Lead recruitment to fill positions in the case of vacancies, following Trócaire policies and procedures.
• Ensure formal performance management processes are conducted for direct reports twice annually.
  
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement, Policy, Advocacy and Communications

• Support the Country Director in advancing an evidence-based advocacy agenda at the country level and internationally, where relevant.
• Represent Trócaire and the programme’s progress, achievements, and lessons learned to donors and stakeholders through meetings, conferences, and presentations.
• Lead the development of high-quality, timely donor and internal reports.
• Ensure the timely convening of project governance structures and planned stakeholder meetings and engagements.
  
  
  

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all additional duties and responsibilities as reasonably requested by the Country Director to ensure the success- ful implementation of the FCDO-funded programme.

Person Specification – Essential Requirements

(E) Qualification

• University degree in a relevant field (minimum of Bachelor, but Master’s degree preferred)

(E) Experience

• Demonstrable experience (at least 10 years) in similar leadership roles managing commercial contracts valued at £7 million or more.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale development or humanitarian response programmes, ideally in governance and accountability or thematic areas such as gender, climate action, or civic space.
• Previous experience working in Rwanda or East Africa and a strong understanding of the local context.
• Proven expertise in budgetary and financial management, including payment-by-results mechanisms.
• Experience in human resource management, including leadership and team development.
• In-depth knowledge of programming within a partnership model and working effectively in a partnership-based INGO.
• Up-to-date understanding of development concepts, methodologies, and techniques, including results-based management, programme cycle management, M&E, organizational development, and localisation.
• Proven track record of promoting gender equity through programming and within an organisational context.
• Extensive experience in securing institutional donor funding and managing complex donor grants.
• Demonstrable ability to manage diverse, multicultural teams, fostering inclusiveness, cohesion, and staff development at all levels.
• Familiarity with management information systems and their application in programme oversight.
  
  
  

(E) Skills

• Proven ability to inspire and motivate staff to align with a shared vision and objectives.
• Experience in co-developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve organisational goals.
• Strong capability in performance management to effectively support and develop staff.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
• Proficiency in managing budgets and financial systems with a focus on accountability and efficiency.
• Highly organised, with excellent skills in planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Competency in Microsoft Office packages, including Word and Excel.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

(E) Qualities

• Understanding of, and empathy with, the role of the Catholic Church in development.

(E) Other

• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the country and internationally, if required.
• Commitment to principles of safeguarding of programme participants.

NOTE: Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply following the link provided below and submitting an updated CV in PDF format.

https://qsourcing.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/735362000005398055/QSSR-TROCAIRE–TEAM-LEADER?source=CareerSite

Deadline: 26^th May 2025

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Job Title: Finance Manager – Twiyubakire Programme

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Division: Trócaire Rwanda Country Programme

Date: February 2025

Description

Trócaire works in partnership with local and church organisations, supporting communities in over 20 developing countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East to bring about lasting change. Trócaire envisions a just and peaceful world where people’s dignity is upheld, rights are respected, basic needs are met, and resources are shared equitably. It strives for a world where individuals have control over their lives, and those in power act for the common good. As the official overseas development agency of the Irish Catholic Church, Trócaire has been working in Rwanda since 1994.

The Finance Manager (FM) for the Twiyubakire Programme will oversee all financial aspects of the 5-year FCDO-funded initiative, ensuring robust financial control, compliance, and effective management of programme resources. Reporting to the Team Leader, the Finance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring grant management and financial capacity, working closely with Trócaire’s finance and programme teams to uphold the highest standards of accountability and transparency.

This role involves overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and expenditure monitoring to ensure alignment with approved budget limits. The FM will develop and manage financial systems and processes for Trócaire and local Civil Society Organisation (CSO) partners, ensuring compliance with FCDO and Trócaire’s internal regulations. Responsibilities include the timely preparation of financial update reports, cashflow forecasts, and pricing schedules, while providing technical support and capacity strengthening for CSO partners to enhance their financial systems. Collaboration with Trócaire’s Head Office Finance Department, the Team Leader, and the Country Director will be central to delivering the programme’s financial objectives effectively and efficiently. The role requires extensive travel to operational districts to conduct regular visits to CSO partners and to attend co- ordination and stakeholder meetings.

The FM will directly line-manage two staff.

Please note: This position is contingent upon donor funding approval and will only be confirmed if funding is secured.

Safe guarding Programme Participants-Children&Adults:

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct), which outlines the expected behaviours and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives.

Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and appropriate screening (e.g., police/Garda vetting, counterterrorism and anti-trafficking). Trócaire also participates in the Inter-Agency Mis-

conduct Disclosure Scheme, and all employees will be subject to this as part of the contract of employment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Finance and Budgeting Responsibilities

• Support the Team Leader in developing and maintaining a financial plan aligned with Trócaire’s financial planning guidelines to ensure effective programme implementation.
• Assist the TL in preparing and facilitating monthly Budget versus Actual meetings, ensuring local delivery partners submit timely reports on activities and expenditures in alignment with pricing schedule commitments.
• Develop and track project budgets, including the commercial fee structure for payment-by-results mechanisms.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, pricing schedules, and budgets for submission to FCDO, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist the TL in the budget process for the Twiyubakire programme, providing technical support to all budget holders during budget preparation and revisions.
• Prepare donor-specific budgets, ensuring compliance with FCDO regulations, and integrate these into the country’s annual operating budget and budget revisions.
• Collaborate with programme budget holders to review monthly reports and address any variances or issues identified.
• Oversee timely Value for Money assessments and tracking of all indicators.Financial Control and Reporting
• Ensure adherence to Trócaire’s financial policies and procedures across the programme, supported by the TL.
• Ensure that financial activities meet the reporting requirements and deadlines specified by FCDO and Trócaire’s internal processes.
• Monitor programme expenditure and advise the TL and Country Director on potential risks to financial controls or performance.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including supporting documentation and timesheets, in compliance with donor and organisational standards.
• Lead donor, external, and internal audits as required, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Monitor and prepare financial statements and completion reports to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
• Investigate allegations of fraud or irregularities at delivery partner organisations and ensure findings are addressed effectively.
• Submit monthly and quarterly Partner Financial Management Tracking Tools (PFMTT) to the TL and Trócaire HQ Finance.
• Reconcile and record donor funds and expenditures in Trócaire’s financial system (e.g., Agresso).
• Conduct visits to project sites and CSO partner offices to monitor financial compliance, review activity progress, and provide guidance on financial adjustments when necessary.
  
  
  

Finance and Governance for Local Partners

• Participate in conducting Partner Capacity Assessments (PCAS) and coordinate with the TL, Localisation and Partnership team, and Programme staff for delivery.
• Review partner financial and narrative reports to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with Trócaire and FCDO requirements.
• Ensure that partner financial reporting is current and properly maintained per Trócaire’s and FCDO’s standards.
• Conduct desk or field voucher reviews as needed and prepare timely reports, ensuring action plans for arising issues are implemented.
• Appraise partner organisations’ financial controls, procurement processes, and systems in line with Trócaire’s Partner Governance and Finance manual and Procurement guidelines.
• Provide ongoing support to partner finance teams, including training, system design, and financial guidance, to enhance reporting accuracy and compliance.
• Human Resource, Finance, Logistics & Systems Management
• Ensure full compliance and critical oversight of the team’s use of Trócaire’s management information systems, including Salesforce, Box, and Trócaire People
• Directly line-manage two staff members: Finance & Grant Officer and Driver
• Lead recruitment to fill positions in the case of vacancies, following Trócaire policies and procedures.
• Ensure formal performance management processes are conducted for direct reports twice annually.Capacity Strengthening
• Facilitate training and technical support for Trócaire and partner finance staff to improve skills in budgeting, financial monitoring, reporting, and internal controls.
• Support the improvement of financial processes and efficiency within the programme team.
  
  
  

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Team Leader, International Accountant, or Country Director.
• Person Specification – Essential Requirements

(E) Qualification

• Relevant degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Internationally recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA).
• Internal Audit qualification is highly desirable.

(E) Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, particularly with an audit focus, ideally within NGOs.
• Experience with grant management for private or commercial donors.
• Proven experience working with local delivery partners on grant management.

(E) Skills

• Ability to inspire and motivate staff to align with shared goals and objectives.
• Strong skills in managing budgets and financial systems.
• Familiarity with Agresso or similar management information systems is an advantage.
• Exceptional organisational, planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and advanced skills in Excel.
• Demonstrated integrity, impeccable work ethics, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
  
  
  

(E) Qualities

• Understanding of, and empathy with, the role of the Catholic Church in development.

(E) Other

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding programme participants and upholding ethical principles.

NOTE: Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply following the link provided below and submitting an updated CV in PDF format.

https://qsourcing.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/735362000005323329/QSSR-TROCAIRE–FINANCE-MANAGER?source=CareerSite

Deadline: 26^th May 2025

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Job Title: Capacity Strengthening Advisor – Twiyubakire Programme

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Division: Trócaire Rwanda Country

Programme Date: February 2025

Description

Trócaire works in partnership with local and church organisations, supporting communities in over 20 developing countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East to bring about lasting change. Trócaire envisions a just and peaceful world where people’s dignity is upheld, rights are respected, basic needs are met, and resources are shared equitably. It strives for a world where individuals have control over their lives, and those in power act for the common good. As the official overseas development agency of the Irish Catholic Church, Trócaire has been working in Rwanda since 1994.

The Capacity Strengthening Advisor (CSA) will play a pivotal role in leading CSO capacity strengthening efforts under the Twiyubakire Programme, reporting directly to the Team Leader. This role is central to Trócaire Rwanda’s localisation and partnership vision, aiming to empower civil society organisations (CSOs) to achieve sustainable and transformative impact. The CSA will guide CSOs through comprehensive capacity assessments using Trócaire’s Partner Capacity Assessment and Support (PCAS) framework and will support them in developing and implementing CSO-led capacity strengthening action plans. Additionally, the CSA will manage innovative capacity-strengthening mechanisms, including supporting CSOs in creating and executing resource mobilisation strategies while fostering capacity-sharing and peer-to-peer learning among partners.

This position involves extensive travel to operational districts to conduct regular visits to CSO partners, ensuring hands-on sup- port, mentorship, and oversight of capacity strengthening initiatives. The CSA will also actively participate in coordination and stakeholder meetings.

Please note: This position is contingent upon donor funding approval and will only be confirmed if funding is secured.

SafeguardingProgrammeParticipants-Children&Adults:

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct), which outlines the expected behaviours and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives.

Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and appropriate screening (e.g., police/Garda vetting, counterterrorism and anti-trafficking). Trócaire also participates in the Inter-Agency Mis-

conduct Disclosure Scheme, and all employees will be subject to this as part of the contract of employment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Capacity Strengthening and Sharing

• Support CSOs on their capacity strengthening journeys, from capacity self-assessments to action plan development, implementation, and impact measurement.
• Understand and apply Trócaire’s Partner Capacity Assessment and Support (PCAS) Framework to measure partner capacity and document changes over time.
• Manage a flexible capacity strengthening fund to enable strategic investments in the institutional capacity strengthening of CSOs.
• Assist partners in identifying and financing self-determined capacity strengthening priorities.
• Strengthen the capacity of CSOs in grant management and compliance with FCDO, Trócaire, and Government of Rwanda standards.
• Organize opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and exchange among CSOs.
  
  
  

Resource Mobilisation

• Provide expert advice on resource mobilisation approaches, including diversification of funding streams and engagement with new donors.
• Assist CSOs in building their organisational capacity to pursue sustainable financing opportunities, such as proposal development, donor engagement, private sector partnerships, and unrestricted income generation.
• Support partners in developing resource mobilisation strategies.
• Provide mentorship and accompaniment to CSOs implementing resource mobilisation strategies.
• Coordination and Networking
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, representing the programme and Trócaire on capacity-related topics.
• Engage with FCDO colleagues as required.
• Collaborate with CSO networks and peer agencies to learn and share best practices in capacity sharing.
• Engage with Trócaire’s Rwanda Localisation and Partnership Unit and the Global Hub on Partnership and Localisation (based in Nairobi) for capacity strengthening and sharing initiatives.
• Convene a quarterly Capacity Sharing Circle with programme CSOs to reflect on capacity strengthening and sharing achievements and priorities.
  
  
  

Reporting and MEL

• Lead the development and annual measurement of capacity strengthening indicators.
• Contribute to donor reports, ensuring capacity strengthening and sharing outcomes and outputs are captured effectively.
• Support CSOs in collecting and analysing data to generate actionable insights, ensuring alignment with programme monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Develop and share practical tools, guidelines, and case studies to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within CSOs.
• Ensure technical findings and learning from capacity strengthening efforts are effectively communicated to stakeholders, including FCDO, to inform programme adaptations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Country Director.

Person Specification – Essential Requirements

(E) Qualification

• University degree in a relevant field (minimum of Bachelor, but Master’s degree preferred).

(E) Experience

• At least 5 years of experience working on capacity strengthening with local and national organisations.
• In-depth knowledge of programming within a partnership model and working effectively in a partnership-based INGO.
• In-depth understanding of capacity strengthening tools and approaches.
  
  
  

(E) Skills

• Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for sustainable development and capacity strengthening initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills for assessing organisational development needs and devising impactful strategies.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of working autonomously while fostering collaboration and contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship management skills to build trust and rapport with di- verse stakeholders.
• Excellent facilitation skills and experience in delivering tailored capacity strengthening activities.
• Exceptional written, oral, and presentation skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Flexible and responsive to changing contexts and partner needs, ensuring alignment with programme goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

(E) Qualities

• Understanding of, and empathy with, the role of the Catholic Church in development.

(E) Other

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding programme participants and upholding ethical principles.

NOTE: Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply following the link provided below and submitting an updated CV in PDF format.

https://qsourcing.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/735362000005323251/QSSR-TROCAIRE–CAPACITY-STRENGTHENING-ADVISOR? Source=CareerSite

Deadline: 26^th May 2025

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Position Title: Project Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

Vacant positions: 1 person

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location: Kigali

Supervisor: Senior Project Lead

Deadline: 26^th May 2025

BACKGROUND OF THE ORGANIZATION

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent, non-governmental social development & child-focused organization. The Organization supports vulnerable children and young people in four locations of Kigali, Byumba, Kayonza and Nyamagabe. SOS Rwanda applies a holistic right-based approach to improve the quality of vulnerable children’s life and their families. The family strengthening program supports in the prevention of child family separation and SOS leverages on its impact to scale up interventions that promote child rights, child protection, family economic wellbeing and enhanced gatekeeping.

SOS Children’s Villages in Rwanda, through SOS Norway acquired funding from Heimsterden to implement the Children in street situation (CiSS-Seruka) project aiming to reintegrate 7800 children from street situation back to their families and communities. The project will be implemented in 6 districts in Rwanda addressing the critical factors that push children from their homes to streets and the factors for recidivism. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda therefore seeks to recruit one Competent Monitoring and Evaluation Manager to support the implementation of the Project activities across its program locations.

MISSION OF THE POSITION

JOB PURPOSE

• The Project Monitoring and Evaluation manager will provide overall data management,
• Statistical reporting and ensuring data collection tools are utilized accordingly for the program.
• He/she will ensure timely and accurate collection and reporting of programmatic data within their respective cohorts and categories.
• The Officer will manage and ensure high performance of program databases (PDB2),
• ensuring minimum standards and requirements are met.
• S/he will ensure data quality as well as quality assurance and reporting, generate learning from project implementation to inform decision making
  
  
  

 Duties and Responsabilities:

• Contributes to program quality according to SOS standards including quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support improvement of M&E systems and processes for effective and efficient data quality management
• Create data storage and retrieval systems, troubleshoot database issues, and implement database recovery procedures and safety protocols.
• Contribute in improving production of timely and accurate program reports to stakeholders
• Assist in designing formative and evaluative research and provide technical assistance in data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Establish standard operating procedures and quality assurance for database management systems and including capacity planning, data maintenance and security policy.
• Assist designers with creating user interfaces for business application prototypes and participate in quality assurance exercises.
• Collaborate with other team members to coordinate development of new datasets.
• Provide data request needs for the program.
• Support training of program staff on designed data tools
  
  
  

REPORTING

• Provide analyzed monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual statistical reports in a timely manner.
• Document lessons learned and success stories
• Contribute to the preparation of program and activity reports on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual as per SOS templates and guidelines.
• Coordinate routine data quality assessments, provide routine reports and submit to National M&E Manager
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Community development, Statistics, Social Sciences and or Development studies. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage

• At least 5 years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation functions
  
  
  

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Good strategic and analytical thinking and ability to interpret data and provide advisory on strategic interventions
• Ability to generate learning and program evidences for quality improvement and decision making.
• Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word processing, Database management, SPSS or other statistical packages
• Advanced knowledge with database design and management and experience maintaining a computerized databases a plus.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Fluent in English both written and spoken; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiar with donor monitoring and evaluation requirements is a must.
  
  
  

How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your detailed application package including an application letter, CV with three traceable references and copies of academic certificates) to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org and properly fill the application form found via the following LINKnot later than the 26^th May, 2025.at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

N.B: Please mention in the subject of your e-mail the name of the position applied for.

Female Candidates are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 “SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda/ International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes.”

Done at Kigali, on 14^th May, 2025

Jean Bosco Kwizera

National Director

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Position: Head of Location

Vacant position: One (01)

Type of contract: Fixed term

Supervisor: Director of Program

Deadline: 26^th May, 2025

Context of the position: 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for one (01) competent Head of Location, for one of its Locations namely; Byumba, Kayonza, Kigali and Gikongoro Locations.

MISSION OF THE POSITION:

JOB PURPOSE:

The Head of location leads the overall development and implementation of an SOS Children’s Villages Program (CVP) Location and represents SOS Children’s Villages towards governmental and non-governmental stakeholders in the location.

She/he coordinates the SOS Children’s Villages Program activities and interventions and ensures quality and effectiveness of services through quality assurance and optimal use of resources.

The Head of location reports to the Director of Program.

As a member of the National Management team, he/she participates in all National Management team meetings and activities

Main responsibilities:

The Head of Location will therefore be responsible for the following tasks:

Program development and management

• Contributes to programmes development and leads the implementation of programmes in the Location in line with the SOS Care Promise and related international and national SOS policies, strategies, quality standards, and guidelines.
• Leads the implementation of the programme management cycle including the CVP planning process as part of MA annual and strategic planning to ensure that interventions are relevant to the local context, respond to the needs of the target group, and contribute to the development of sustainable social support systems.
• Coordinates and ensures cooperation between all areas of work within the CVP (specialised as well as general support work).
• Regularly reports on CVP activities and progress towards targets to DoP/DND and relevant National Office functions.
• Promotes child protection initiatives at the CVP location including response in emergencies
• Ensures that the CVP is supportive to the identity of the SOS Children’s Villages Organisation.
  
  
  

People Management

• In collaboration with Head of HROD she/he establishes appropriate staffing patterns and ensures full staffing of the CVP.
• Leads Program Units Coordinators in managing staff in the location
• Ensures compliance of the HR Cycle in the CVP following national and legal requirements.
• Participates in the recruitment and on boarding of the Program units’ coordinators and program staff in the location, as well as provides input into annual performance appraisals
• Coordinates CVP management team.
• Facilitates cooperation and information flow between National Office staff and their counterparts in the location (according to the national annual plan, job descriptions and NMT agreed procedures).

Financial and Administrative Management

• Ensures efficient and transparent financial management at the Location as the overall location budget holder
• Leads the budgeting process in the location and monitors budget expenditures in cooperation with Program Units Coordinators and Finance staff at national and local levels in order to ensure that funds are properly used.
• Builds accountability in the program by ensuring effective implementation of financial and administrative procedures, in accordance with defined policies, guidelines and standards.
• Continually looks for ways to provide quality services in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensures efficiency through best use/sharing of resources across different program units.
• Ensures SOS CV procedures are adhered to in all administration, logistics and maintenance activities of the Location
• The Head of CVP Location is overall accountable for good facility maintenance of the CVP Location; Technical work like execution, supervision and procurement are carried out by competent staff.
  
  
  

Quality Management, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Is overall responsible for quality management in the CVP Location and ensures the implementation of national and international quality standards with guidance and monitoring from function staff in the National Office.
• Monitors the implementation of recommendations from national and international quality audits and evaluations.
• Ensures program data is accurate and timely reported

Partnership building, advocacy and cooperation with external stakeholders

• Negotiates and concludes agreements and contracts with state authorities and other organisations with a power of attorney given by the ND.
• Coordinates cooperation, partnership building, and networking efforts of the CVP with local and national authorities and other external stakeholders.

Fund Development and Public Relations

• Promotes the organisation in the public and identifies potential income sources in cooperation with the Fund Development & Communications function in the National Office and/or the National Director.
• Coordinates location self-financing initiatives within the frame of targets agreed during the strategic planning process.

Data Protection policy awareness and compliance

Work in collaboration with HR, Strategic Planning & MEAL, FDC and other departments to facilitate all staff to be aware of data protection policy and its implementation to ensure; At all times the personal data of donors, sponsors, SOS CV beneficiaries and their families as well as SOS co-workers is handled confidentially and in accordance with prevailing SOS-Kinder Dorf International data protection rules and regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project management, social sciences (e.g. social work, sociology, education, rural development, psychology, Business Administration, etc). Having a Master ‘s Degree will be an added value
• At least 5 successive years working with International NGOs and managing projects funded by international donors
• At least 4-years proven experience in leadership, donor reporting and people management
• Prior experience managing children-focussed interventions will be an added value
  
  
  

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ability to build networks, work independently, self-organised, innovative, fulfil commitments and meet deadline
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. Good communication in French will be added value. Excellent written and verbal communication in English is a requirement.
• A team Leader, result-oriented and flexible to deliver with tight deadlines
• Ability to develop guidelines and tools and oversee their implementation.
• Good understanding of international child right frameworks, child safeguarding, child, mental health and psychosocial support
• Strong Skills in project cycle management (planning, monitoring, and reporting)
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  
  

How to apply

The interested Candidates in this position should send a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three (3) traceable professional references, application letter , Rwandan national Identity Card and academic certificates/degrees to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org and properly fill the application form found via the following LINK by not later than 26^th May, 2025 at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

Please mention in the subject of your email “Head of Location”.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

“SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda/ International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes”. 

Done in Kigali on 14^th May, 2025.

Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

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Position: Project Accountant

Vacant position: One (01)

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location: National Office

Supervisor: Chief Accountant

Deadline: 26^th May, 2025

Context of the position: 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for one (01) competent Project Accountant, for its Green-growth Project to base in Kigali at the National Office.

MISSION OF THE POSITION:

JOB PURPOSE:

The Project accountant oversees, guides and controls financial matters ensuring that the project operates in accordance with Financial Policies and Procedures of SOS Children’s Villages international and are in line with the generally accepted accounting principles. His/her major responsibility is to ensure the proper management of project’s funds.

Main responsibilities:

The Project accountant will be required to perform the following tasks:

• Supporting project budgets preparation, entry in the accounting system, budget revisions and follow up;
• Checking payments vouchers and petty cash disbursement if applicable;
• Ensure completeness of payment supporting documentation;
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation and follow up on any related pending issue;
• Prepare/check bank payments;
•  Prepared change requests for project budget adjustments and submitted them to donors;
• Make, check and post monthly finance data in the accounting system;
•  Assist/coordinate or support internal and external audits;
• Make a follow up of previous audits recommendations of the projects in charge;
• Prepare/check and submit quarterly and yearly financial reports of the projects;
• Prepare cash flows or income statements for the projects;
• Prepare (/support preparation of) funds request of the projects
•  Prepare the project payroll in collaboration with the HR departments
• Make a follow up of deductions and transfer to tax authorities of all mandatory deductions from staff salaries;
• Support in follow up of the donor compliance (in financial management);
• Prepare inventory of the project assets when needed and ensure their proper entry in the accounting system;
• Ensure a proper filing of the finance records (hardcopies) of the project in charge;
• Make a monthly follow up of suspense accounts (ageing balance) and clear them;
• Ensure timely justification of cash/travel advances issued to staff members;
• Ensure compliance with finance and procurement/Employment guidelines in funds disbursement
  
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance,
• At least 3 successive years managing donor funded projects budgets.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Monitor and track project costs and financial reporting
• Proficiency in data analytics, financial software
• Good understanding of budgeting and accounting knowledge
• Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Kinyarwanda is a requirement.
  
  
  

How to apply

The interested Candidates in this position should send a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three (3) traceable professional references, application letter , Rwandan national Identity Card and academic certificates/degrees to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org and properly fill the application form found via the following LINK by not later than 26^th May, 2025 at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

Please mention in the subject of your email “Project Field Accountant”.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

“SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda/ International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes”. 

Done in Kigali on 14^th May, 2025.

Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

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Position: Alternative Care Coordinator

Vacant position: One (01)

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location; Kigali Location

Supervisor: Head of Location

Deadline: 26^th May, 2025

Context of the position: 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for one (01) competent Alternative Care Coordinator, its Kigali Location.

MISSION OF THE POSITION:

JOB PURPOSE:

Under supervision of the Head of Location, the Alternative Care Coordinator will ensure daily and smoother run of all activities under Alternative Care program according to SOS Children’s Villages policies and other international and national strategic orientation and documents.

Main responsibilities:

The Alternative Care Coordinator will therefore be responsible for the following tasks:

• Develop, promote and facilitate the blossoming of the programme under his/her responsibility throughout innovative actions and practices
• Ensure safety, protection, physical and psychosocial well-being of children and young people cared for alternative care programme.
• With support and cooperation from other SOS CV Location staff, champion the implementation of National Gatekeeping Guidelines, measures and programmes to prevent family separation.
• Lead the implementation of various forms of alternative care options and ensure high quality of services to the children according to SOS CV International standards and National Child Care reform.
• Support the revolutionization of ICT for development within SOS CV and enhance artificial intelligence (AI) for effective digital transformation.
•  Embrace AI for effective and efficient programming as well as process improvements with SOS Children’s Villages.
• Support program participants such as foster families to embrace digital transformation as well as embracing digitalized reintegration process for effective monitoring and evaluation of reintegrated children.
• Supervise Alternative Care programme staff with and provide timely support, guidance and inspiration towards high quality of care services to the children and SOS Families.
• Ensure preparation of youth care and empowerment programme, facilitate smoother transition to the independent life and builds conducive environment for learning, blossoming, formal and information education and successful professional insertion of Youth under SOS care.
• Using right based approach, He/She strive to meet and respect the best interest of the child, individual needs and rights of children and young people.
  
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following subject areas: Information technology, Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, Management, public administration and other related fields.
• At least 5 years working experience in the position related to the field
• At least 5 years in the social / educational field, including 3 years in Managerial responsibilities
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with at least 1 year at higher decision-making level
  
  
  

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in utilizing AI for enhanced digital programming and or ICT for development (ICT4D)
• Proven background and s experience in child rights, OVC, would be an added value.
• Positive and professional approach. Ability to work independently, , use initiative, keeps commitments and meets deadlines.
• English proficiency (Written and spoken skills) and French skills we be add value,
• Being legally married is compulsory
  
  
  

How to apply

The interested Candidates in this position should send a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three (3) traceable professional references, application letter , Rwandan national Identity Card and academic certificates/degrees to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org and properly fill the application form found via the following LINKby not later than 26^th May, 2025 at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

Please mention in the subject of your email “Alternative Care Coordinator”.

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

“SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda/ International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes”. 

Done in Kigali on 14^th May, 2025.

Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

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