VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s Vision 2050 development agenda. Over the past five years, the bank has registered exponential growth contributing to socio-economic development, strengthening institutional and human capacity, fostering corporate governance and risk management practices.

The Bank is implementing the revised strategic plan for 2024-2028 which is appropriately aligned to the country’s strategic direction enabling the Bank to unlock better value creation for its stakeholders by supporting entrepreneurs, addressing market failures, and impactful socioeconomic development.

To deliver on its bold vision and impactful objectives, the Bank’s expanded and refocused mandate is underpinned on four strategic focus areas:

• Availing transformational finance.
• Increasing green financing for a resilient future.
• Driving scale and impact.
• Fostering innovation and technology.

To achieve its strategic mandate, BRD recognizes the importance of strengthening its human and institutional capital to drive sustainable development and ensure the Bank remains a center of excellence in the financial sector.

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality and disability norms. We promote gender-responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

PROJECT FIELD SUPPORT OFFICERS (6)

Contract Terms –1-year Renewable Contract

Purpose of the Job:

The Field Support Staff will oversee the implementation of Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation (ASCENT) project components related to solar home systems, clean cooking technologies, and productive use of energy solutions at the district level. This role will provide consistent field-level support, report on progress, engage local stakeholders, and raise awareness. Additionally, the Field Support Staff will monitor compliance among participating companies, address grievances in collaboration with District Grievance Redress Committees (GRCs) and help ensure beneficiary satisfaction. More information about ASCENT – Rwanda is available on https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P180575.

Main Responsibilities of the Job:

Stakeholder Engagement & Awareness:

• Conduct regular project awareness and informational sessions with district stakeholders, including local leaders, companies, and project end beneficiaries.
• Ensure a high level of satisfaction among the project’s end beneficiaries and ensure that participating companies are fully compliant with project requirements.
• Facilitate and foster relationships with local Government for the project sustainability.
  
  
  

Project Monitoring and Follow-up:

• Conduct field visits as per the developed and approved plan by BRD to monitor the progress of distributed subsidized technologies (Clean Cookstoves, Solar Home Systems, Productive use of energy products) by participating companies.
• Track distribution timelines, assess project progress, and ensure compliance with project requirements and eligibilities criteria
• Collaborate with EDCL and BRD project implementation team to ensure the project is implemented as per the design and meeting the field related requirements , including the field verification, phone verification, and other required field verification to be done by both EDCL and BRD. .
• Identify and document any challenges, inefficiencies, or potential risks in implementation, and propose corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct a counter-verification of all project beneficiaries, mapping their locations through a survey and ongoing monitoring to assess the operational status of technologies and the level of after-sales service provided.

Grievance Redress Support:

• Collaborate with the District Grievance Redress Committee to address project-related complaints or grievances in a timely and effective manner.
• Provide support in resolving issues raised by beneficiaries and maintain clear records of complaints and resolutions.

Environmental Compliance Monitoring:

• Ensure that the distribution companies comply with field-level standards, policies, and protocols set by BRD and EDCL.
• Conduct checks on e-waste and safety standards, installation quality, and operational reliability of the systems being deployed.
• Report any environmental compliance issues to the project management, suggesting improvements or corrective measures.

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Collect and verify data on project implementation, including distribution coverage, user satisfaction, and any technical challenges.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on project progress, compliance, field observations, and identified issues within the district.
• Document best practices and lessons learned, contributing to project knowledge and improvement.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide logistical support for Donor field visit missions, stakeholder meetings, and monitoring exercises.
• Coordinate with BRD, EUCL and EDCL teams to ensure alignment with district-level activities and project goals.
• Assist in any additional duties as required by BRD, EUCL, and EDCL to support project objectives.
• Utilize platforms such as public community gatherings, including events like Umuganda and Inteko z’abaturage, to conduct project awareness campaigns.
• Reporting on a daily basis to the EUCL Provincial Hub Manager.
  
  
  

Key Deliverables

• Monthly reports detailing community engagement activities, project progress in the district, compliance status, and grievances addressed.
• Documentation of beneficiary feedback and improvement suggestions from the field.

Performance indicators

• Data Quality and Analysis Accuracy: Measure the accuracy and effectiveness of data analysis conducted to identify trends, patterns, and insights. Assess the impact of data-driven decisions on the organization’s success.
• Database Performance and Maintenance: Evaluate the efficiency of maintaining database structures, data models, and ETL processes. Track the performance of core banking applications and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve performance issues promptly.
• Data Security and Rules: Enforcing Data Protection Law ,by implementation of security measures to ensure data security and integrity.

Working relationships

• Disbursement Manager and Recovery Manager
• Marketing and Communication Manager
• Education Portfolio Management Partners

Professional, academic qualifications and experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Advance Diploma in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience in renewable energy, rural development, community engagement, or field support roles is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in project monitoring and reporting.
• Familiarity with solar and clean energy technologies and Productive use of energy

Other Requirements:

• Strong reporting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Valid driving license (Category A) for mobility in the district.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities effectively

Application Guidelines:

Interested candidates should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers/ ) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email-only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital, and Corporate Services of BRD.

Deadline for application: March 8, 2025.

The employment package is highly competitive and attractive.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for a written test.

Done in Kigali,February 21, 2025.

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Project Communications and External Relations Officer

• Job Identification:24089
• Posting Date:02/12/2025, 10:49 AM
• Apply Before:03/05/2025, 06:59 AM
• Job Schedule:Full time
• Locations: Kigali, Rwanda
• Agency:UNDP
• Grade:NPSA-8
• Vacancy Type: National Personnel Service Agreement
• Practice Area: Management
• Bureau Regional: Bureau for Africa
• Contract Duration: 1 Year
• Education & Work Experience: Master’s Degree
• Other Criteria: BA degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience
• Required Languages:English and Kinyarwanda
• Desired Languages:French
• Vacancy Timeline: 3 Weeks
  
  
  

Job Description

Background 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

UNDP is the UN’s global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help build nations that can withstand crisis and support their efforts to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and achieve the new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP works in nearly 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

The UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa has identified partnerships and communications as a core strategic area of growth in support of its work in the Africa region. Focus on this area is motivated by the new demands posed by the 2030 and 2063 Agendas, which require of concerted actions from all development actors, in order to achieve their ambitious goals for socioeconomic transformation and sustainable development.

In Rwanda, UNDP is committed to contribute to the attainment of the above ambitious agendas and the objectives set out in the n 2018-2023 Country Programme Document. In doing so, UNDP Rwanda will support Rwanda to achieve the country’s new Vision 2050 and the new National Strategy for Transformation (NST 2017-2024). Building on the previous cycle, UNDP Rwanda will enhance those achievements and use the lessons learnt to strive and accomplish the objectives in this new development cycle. With the continuous support from our partners, the Government of Rwanda, and the Rwandan people, UNDP, supports entrepreneurships and creation of decent jobs for young women and men, promotes accountability, sustainability, environmental conservation, gender equality and ensuring the rights and inclusion of all citizens in democratic governance institutions. UNDP Rwanda will also align its support with the national recovery plan from the COVID19 pandemic.

To achieve the above mission, UNDP Rwanda is poised to enhance its visibility and the visibility of its partners on the implementation of different projects and the outreach to key stakeholders and public at large.

Therefore, UNDP Rwanda is looking for a competent, dedicated, experienced, highly skilled Project Communications and External Relations Officer. The Project Communications and External Relations Officer will boost the country office capacity in communication for results while increasing the visibility of UNDP and its partners. The Project Communications and External Relation Officer is client-, solution-, and result-oriented, while providing high quality, timely services with value for money and in line with UNDP policies and procedures on communications and external relations. The Project Communication and External Relations Officer works hand in hand with other Communication and project colleagues to ensure that UNDP’s quality, timely, efficient delivery on which the Project Communications and External Officer’s success will eventually be measured.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Plan and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Understanding of the target audience of the communications, such as donors, governments, public at large, etc. and strategize and plan accordingly. Designing and implementing the communication strategies of the joint youth programme and the KOICA funded ’Support to Scaling-up YouthConnekt initiative in Rwanda’’ project. Preparing and conducting communications need assessment for UNDP Projects with special emphasis on those funded by the Government of the Republic of Korea;
• Drafting/editing communications and outreach strategy based on the CO and corporate communications strategies and in consultation with communication Analyst in Country Office (CO) and relevant donors;
• Developing strategy to integrate advocacy and communications strategies into all aspects of UNDP Projects during activity formulations in consultation with project teams and Communication Analyst;
• Implementation of project’s publications strategy and plan, based on corporate publications policy and donor requirements;
• Coordination and management of UNDP’s and donors’ visibility, such as content management, norms for publishing, design, etc;
• Maintaining and updating network of supplier to ensure production and ensure publications dissemination.

2.Ensure Content creation and maintenance of the CO website and intranet in coordination with CO communication team focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Supervising the design and maintenance of the website based on corporate requirements in co-operation with Country Office’s communication team and ICT staff;
• Preparing the content for the websites and relevant information to ensure consistency of the materials;
• Updating the website of UNDP on regular basis;
• Preparing and reviewing Newsletters and success stories to promote the results of work of UNDP and its development partners especially Embassy of the republic of Korea;
• Contributing to the design and others communication material like brochures, banners etc.
  
  
  

3. Contribute to the business development and public information sharing focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Promoting and maintaining the public information campaign on activities/outputs of projects;
• Packaging and submission of project initiatives for donor review in collaboration with project’s staff and supervisor;
• Designing the UNDP communication promotion material;
• Drafting the office Newsletter on quarterly basis;
• Effective responses to inquiries for public information materials;
• Contributing content to Country Office newsletter to donors, providing finished materials on projects to the newsletter.

4. Facilitate the outreach of communication services 

• Maintenance of increased coverage and understanding of UNDP’s work in the country or practice area through regular media contacts and provision of newsworthy information to national public and, where possible, donors;
• Organization of round-table discussions, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews, launches, etc;
• Preparation of donor reports, civic education and community awareness where appropriate to support projects;
• Availability of access for journalists to subject matter experts.

 5. Support knowledge building, knowledge sharing and capacity building relevant to the assigned project. 

• Participate in training and organize briefings on internal procedures for the project staff. Provide support to other capacity building activities, including to the design and delivery of tools, materials for workshops, or platforms that tap into the collective intelligence of communities and mobilize action.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. 

Institutional Arrangement

Under the direct supervision of the Communication Analyst and the overall guidance of UNDP Resident Representative, the Project Communications and External Relations Officer is responsible for effective, efficient, and timely planning, execution of communications and external relations of Projects mainly those funded by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the office of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in Rwanda. S/he analyzes and interprets the communications and external relations needs and opportunities, provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex communications and external relations issues. S/he is responsible for the design, management and implementation projects’ communications and external relations strategies which are geared to showcase the Government of KOREA’s project achievements and lesson learned and promote public and media outreach.

The Communication and External Relations Officer is part of the country office communication team and will work closely with the Programme Units, Operations team, and the Accelerator Lab. S/he will ensure that all the outreach materials and plans are in line with UNDP’s core branding and UNDP Rwanda’s key messages.

The Project Communications and External Relations Officer has an authoritative knowledge on communications and external relations planning and management, policies, and procedures as well as a strong understanding of project management. S/he is skilled and confident in analyzing, providing input and options, and suggestions for solutions on communications and external relations-related matters. S/he has the technical skills and a broad picture of the work and is able to work independently and as a team.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

 Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

• Digital -Data analysis -Ability to extract, analyse and visualize data (including Real-Time Data) to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making
• Digital -Data storytelling and communications -Skilled in building a narrative around a set of data and its accompanying visualizations to help convey the meaning of that data in a powerful and compelling fashion.
• Business Management -Communication -Communicate in a clear, concise and
• unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. ‡Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
• Communications-Advocacy strategy and implementation -Ability to create and implement advocacy strategies which lead to impactful change
• General (across the functions) -Public relations -Ability to build and maintain an overall positive public image for the organization, its mandate and its brand, while ensuring that individual campaigns and other communications and advocacy initiatives are supported in reaching the public
• Communications -Brand & quality management -Ability to position a UNDP brand and uphold it to a high level of quality
• Communications-Campaign management -Ability to produce and implement communications and advocacy campaigns which lead to impactful change
  
  
  

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or Advocacy is required. OR
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Applicants with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience;
• Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in public relations, communications, journalism or advocacy at national or international level;
• Demonstrated experience of monitoring and producing high quality writing is an asset;
• Experience in developing communications and external relations strategy and plan and the implementation of them is an asset;
• Experienced journalist would be desirable;
• Solid network with the media/publication’s community is desired;
• Experience in advance computer skills desired;
• Proven track record of understanding of international development issues and previous experience with international or UN organization is a strong asset.

Language Requirements: 

• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required.
• Knowledge of French is an asset.

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UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

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Public relations,

communications,

journalism or advocacy at national or international level

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Programme Specialist, Transformational Governance (Open to Rwanda Nationals Only)

• Job Identification: 24318
• Posting Date: 02/19/2025, 01:51 PM
• Apply Before:03/13/2025, 05:59 AM
• Job Schedule:Full time
• Location: Kigali, Rwanda
• Agency:UNDP
• Grade:NOC
• VacancyType:Fixed Term
• Practice Area:Governance
• Bureau:Regional Bureau for Africa
• Contract Duration:2 Year with Possibility for extension
• Education & Work Experience:Master’s Degree – 5 year(s) experience OR Bachelor’s Degree – 7 year(s) experience
• Required Languages:English, Kinyarwanda and/or Kiswahili
• Vacancy Timeline:3 Weeks
• Mobility required:/no mobilityno mobility required
  
  
  

Job Description

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

This job description is a direct response to UNDP’s improved business model in Rwanda. It envisions a new office structure adapted to current and future needs of the country, underpinning its advisory and programmatic offer while at the same time delivering solid implementation support. It also promotes a more collaborative approach to work across the office and with external partners.

The new structure defines the skill sets required to position UNDP in the new country context, adding substantive value through thought leadership and innovation, mobilizing strategic resources and ensuring projects are implemented in a smooth, efficient and transparent manner. This also entails engaging on the most pressing and transformational development challenges of the country.

Through its portfolio, the CO has tailored localized integral solutions to specific sustainable development issues and is crafting methodologies and toolboxes to deploy and escalate them across the country. This strategy requires excellent programme management and an organizational structure that reinforces the entire programming life cycle including planning, implementation, oversight, monitoring and evaluation, communications, and efficient operations. The new structure will strengthen UNDP´s role as a learning organization ‘fit-for-purpose’ to deliver on Agenda 2030. It is designed to provide the foundation for the whole public policy life cycle with a special emphasis at sub-national level that, as an engagement strategy, is expected to allow new areas of joint work and resource mobilization.

The design of UNDP’s new programme portfolio is intended to support progress towards sustainable development and sustainable Transformational Governance. It focuses on economic transformation, sustainable energy, social protection, environment and climate change, and governance issues such as anti-corruption, local government, justice and security sector reform, Transformational Governance and reconciliation. The design of each of these programmes is based on the UN’s three core principles of human rights, gender equality and women’s empowerment, and environmental sustainability and is guided by the UNDP Strategic Plan (2022-2025). Taken together and implemented in an integrated way through a platform approach, the proposed programmes will contribute towards achieving Transformational Governance (Transformational Governance), Prosperity (Inclusive Growth) and Sustainability in Rwanda. Each of these themes is reflected in the new organizational structure for the CO.

In this context, the Transformational Governance portfolio within the programme team provides thought leadership on cross-cutting development issues in Rwanda, and globally. The aim is to ensure that UNDP’s Mandate of convening development partners in support of the national development agenda, informed by a commitment to the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, is amplified by internal knowledge, research, and high-quality policy advice

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative and overall guidance of the Resident Representative, the Programme Specialist, Transformational Governance, leads the country office team in designing, developing and executing the Transformational Governance Portfolio. S/he also works in close collaboration with the team leaders of the other programmes in the portfolio to ensure a collaborative and harmonized UNDP Country Office (CO) approach.

The incumbent is responsible for:

• The strategic direction of the programme is aligned with UNDP’s vision for Rwanda.
• Management of the programme portfolio and team.
• Strategic partnerships, support for resource mobilization and expansion of the country portfolio.
• Provision of quality policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management.

The incumbent ensures thorough research and analysis of the Rwanda context in furthering and extending Transformational Governance initiatives in line with UNDP’s priorities for the Country’s development, with a special focus on sustainable Transformational Governance, post-crisis development trends, community development and economic wellbeing, and growth in the country and surrounding region and facilitation of knowledge building and management.

The incumbent works in strong collaboration with other Programme team leaders and the Accelerator Labs as well as the Operation Teams to generate synergies and cross collaboration on innovative approaches in the implementation of thematic initiatives and other emerging priorities.

UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.

Incumbent is expected to display managerial innovation, initiative, and a strong client orientation that encourages and rewards excellence in programme delivery and implementation. S/he might be required to undertake emerging tasks and additional duties as requested by senior management.

Duties and Responsibilities

1) Supports strategic development of Transformational Governance Programme activities from design through implementation:

• Conducts thorough analysis of the political, social and economic situation in the country and collaborative preparation/revision of project documents, AWP and other documents in the area of Transformational Governance work (Access to Justice, Human Right and Peace), Gender, Cross Border issues, Political participation/inclusion etc.);
• Ensures contribution to the CPD though ongoing Transformational Governance programmes and projects and in collaboration with the main partners and other UN Agencies. Identifies opportunities for new programme/project development including joint programming with UN agencies;
• Identifies, in close collaboration with national and international partners, strategic programme areas of cooperation;
• Designs and formulates components of UNDP Transformational Governance portfolio translating programme priorities into local interventions and ensuring coordination and networking with clients, stakeholders and programme partners;
• Collaborates with colleagues in Regional Center and HQ to apply in country programming new global and regional initiatives, polices and knowledge products that further the Transformational Governance Portfolio.
  
  
  

2) Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships and leads resource mobilization:

• Maintain smooth, strong and strategic working relations with respective regional and national actors at Governmental and non-governmental level, as well as with the international community and partners at large;
• Explore and identify new initiatives and partnerships for further UNDP engagement in Rwanda with a view to expand the portfolio in all UNDP mandated areas involving a broad range of stakeholders and to ensure sustainability and growth of the programme office;
• Engage proactively and closely with the UN Country Team with a view to design and implement joint programmes where relevant and participate in joint resource mobilization activities;
• Promote long-term sustainability and growth through the establishment of strategic partnerships with a variety of stakeholders and the securing of financial support by governments, international, public and private sector donors in the country;
• Develops ideas and concepts for possible areas of cooperation;
• Establishes close working relationships and creates programmatic linkages with relevant government agencies; UN Agencies, IFI’s, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector and civil society;
• Suggests programmatic areas of co-operation based on UNDP´s strategic goals, country needs and donor priorities;
• Identifies funding opportunities for ongoing and new projects;
• Identifies and supports development of national partnerships for service provision to projects in areas such as monitoring, training, and others;
• Represents UNDP at external meetings within his/her area of programming.

3) Ensures effective management of the country programme portfolio in compliance with UNDP policies, UN rules and regulations focusing on quality control of the full cycle of programming from design to implementation:

• Lead, organize and coordinate the implementation of all Transformational Governance project activities in close collaboration with senior colleagues as well as with Headquarters and the Regional Center as required;
• Provide leadership in strategically utilizing portfolio management tools and practices to keep resources aligned to actual and evolving priorities rather than rigid, preset planning targets;
• Manage team members and relationships with donors, government and all counterparts;
• Identify the ability of the CO to conduct specific design engagements and recommend sourcing of necessary capacity, facilitating the design and scoping of engagements and their deliverables;
• Provide practical guidance to team members and clients on UNDPs evolution from a programme towards a dynamic portfolio approach that links outreach to new collaborators and non-conventional actors with both useful ideas and fee-based services and investments;
• Learn from colleagues and adapt to new thinking and approaches;
• Coordinate the daily activities of UNDP activities/programme/ projects in close coordination with national and international stakeholders;
• Liaise with Government counterparts, funding and development partners and other partners for the smooth implementation of activities;
• Manages the Portfolio team and provides proper guidance to and supervision of staff, employees and consultants;
• Prepare/produce a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, communication/visibility material, presentations, policy proposals and documents, regular and ad hoc reports;
• Conduct timely projects, budget and grant reviews, revisions and monitoring, and complete related reporting obligations, in accordance with UNDP policies, UN rules and regulations as well as applicable donors’ requirements;
• Undertake other tasks as required for the smooth implementation of the programme.

4) Ensures provision of top-quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identifies sources of information related to policy-driven issues; identifies and synthesizes best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country policy goals;
• Coordinates and ensures integration in project design the development of policies, institutions and advocacy that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners;
• Supports the establishment of advocacy networks at national level and linked to international networks;
• Implements relevant, high-impact advocacy campaigns with key partners;
• Ensures that lessons learned from projects are captured and recorded into the CO knowledge networks;
• Ensures provision of top-quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Competencies

• Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact;
• Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems;
• Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences;
• Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands;
• Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results;
• Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration;
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.

Functional/Technical competencies

Business Direction & Strategy

• System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

Partnership Management

• Strategic Engagement: Ability to capture and sustain attention, interest and agreement of high-level, influential policy and decision makers and secure their buy-in of high-level vision and objectives.

Business Development

• Knowledge Facilitation: Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share, particularly externally.

Business Management

• Results-Based Management: Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results.

Business Management: Portfolio Management

• Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity;
• Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment.

2030 Agenda: Peace

• Governance: Inclusion and Participation.

Digital & Innovation

• Digital Awareness and Literacy: Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed.
  
  
  

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Political/Social Science, International Law, Social Affairs, International Relations or related field, is required.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in a relevant field in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience in governance, programme/project management in international development organizations, bilateral development agencies and/or international NGOs;
• Experience at the national level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects is desired;
• Proven experience in handling multi-sectoral coordination among professionals and regional teams is an asset;
• Experience in integrated programming with good knowledge of UNDP’s corporate policies and programmes is desired;
• Experience in policy, advisory and advocacy and track record of engagement with United Nations, other development actors and donors is an asset.

Language(s):

• Fluency in English is required.
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda and/or Kiswahili which is the national language of the duty station is required for local staff.

Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.

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Deadline: 13/03/2025, 05:59 AM

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Required Skills

• Nature, Climate and Energy Management
• Partnership Development
• Programme Management

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Job responsibilities