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About Chancen International

 Main Job Purpose:

CHANCEN International is looking for a Partnership Senior Associate whose competency is based on CHANCEN’s six core competencies: Problem-Solving, Consequence of Judgment, Pressure of Work, Knowledge, Job Impact, and Comprehension. The Partnership Senior Associate will play a crucial role in identifying, establishing, and nurturing strategic partnerships that align with our business goals. He/She will leverage her/his expertise in relationship building, negotiation, and market analysis to drive the growth of our organization through effective collaboration with key stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

Identify and Assess Opportunities

• Conduct market research to identify potential partners and opportunities for collaboration.
• Evaluate the strategic fit and alignment of potential partnerships with company objectives.

Build and Maintain Relationships

• Cultivate relationships with potential partners, key industry players, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new partners.

Negotiate and Close Deals

• Lead negotiations with potential partners to establish mutually beneficial agreements.
• Work closely with all Chancen department teams to finalize partnership contracts and agreements.

Collaborate Internally

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on partnership objectives and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates and reports on partnership development activities to the leadership team.

Monitor and Evaluate Performance

• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success of partnerships.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of existing partnerships, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
  
  
  

Deliverables

 Partnership Pipeline Development

• Identify and qualify potential partners based on strategic criteria.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of prospective partnerships and collaborations.

Strategic Partnership Agreements

• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements that align with the organization’s objectives.
• Ensure that partnership agreements are comprehensive, legally sound, and mutually beneficial.

Market Research and Analysis

• Conduct thorough market research to identify industry trends, competitor activities, and potential partnership opportunities.
• Provide insightful analysis and recommendations based on market findings.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including partners, clients, and industry influencers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective communication and coordination with partners.
  
  
  

Performance Metrics and Reporting

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of partnerships.
• Provide regular reports and updates on the performance of existing partnerships, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.

Business Growth Targets

• Contribute to growth through the identification and development of impact-oriented partnerships.
• Meet or exceed partnership development targets set by the organization.

Internal Collaboration and Training

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and support for partnership initiatives.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on effective partnership management.

Risk Management

• Identify potential risks associated with partnerships and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Proactively address any issues that may arise during the partnership lifecycle.

Continuous Improvement

• Seek feedback from partners and internal teams to identify areas for improvement in partnership processes and strategies.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and incorporate them into the organization’s partnership development approach.

Educational Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in; Project Management, Education

Data Analysis, Research, Investment Management, or a similar relevant field.

 Technical Skills, Competencies, and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Education /Program Management /due diligence
• Have an understanding of macro-economic and sectoral labor market developments
• Extensive knowledge of the education legal framework in Rwanda
• Ability to understand a Partner Education Institution’s business, financials, and sustainability
• The ability to analyze and cross-reference data sources
• The ability to evaluate a data source, analyze it, and load it into a predefined data input sheet.
• To be able to build and manage corporate partnerships portfolios, Business Administration, and leadership, with Strong attention to detail.
• Advanced analytical thinking
• Creative thinking and out-the-box approach to solving problems
• Ability to work autonomously
• The ability to work in a start-up environment and matrix management structure.
• Advanced understanding of data and data analysis.
• Excellent written English and French skills
• Excellent report-writing skills
• The ability to plan and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills and ability to present the organization and influence credibly and effectively externally and at all levels of the organ
  
  
  

How to Apply:

Qualified and Interested Candidates should send their applications which contain a resume with the email address, contact, qualifications, a cover letter, and academic certificate via the apply button below.

The deadline for receiving applications is no later than 22th October 2024 at 5:00 pm

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Local Legal Council Solicitation

Location: RW (Primary)

Category: Procurement

Job Description

Solicitation Number:  RFP- FFPr-Rwanda-2024-002

Solicitation Type: Request for Proposals (RFP)

Procurement Description: Local Legal Council

Anticipated Period of Performance:  November 1, 2024- November , 2025, with the possibility of renewal for following years based on satisfactory performance as determined by CNFA.

Place of Performance: Rwanda

Contracting Party: CNFA

Under: USDA Food for Progress Rwanda Project

Release Date: October 4th, 2024

Point of Contact for Questions and Offers:

Name: CNFA USDA Food for Progress Rwanda Procurement Team

Title: N/A

Email: procurement@cnfa-rwanda.org

Question Deadline: October 9th, 2024

Instructions: Questions must be submitted in writing; phone calls will not be accepted. Only CNFA’s written answers will be considered official and carry weight in the solicitation and subsequent evaluation. Verbal information received from CNFA or any other entity should not be considered an official response to any questions.

Application Submission

Offer Deadline: October 14th, 2024

Application submission email: procurement@cnfa-rwanda.org

Instructions: Reference the Solicitation Number in any response to this solicitation. Offers received after the specified time and date will be considered late and considered only at CNFA’s discretion. Offerors must strictly follow the deadlines provided in this solicitation to be considered for award.

Offer Validity:  Offers must remain valid for not less than 60 calendar days after the offer deadline.

Award:  Award will be made to the offeror who is determined to be the best offeror per the evaluation criteria and methodology provided herein. CNFA will not issue an award to different offerors, entities, or third-parties other than the selected offeror(s) which submits an offer in response to this solicitation. CNFA anticipates awarding a Legal Services Agreement to the selected offeror(s).

Terms and Conditions: The resultant award is subject to CNFA’s standard Terms and Conditions as stipulated in Section 6.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION Executive Chef

DEPARTMENT Kitchen

RESPONSIBLE FOR Sous Chef, Chef de partie, commis and Stewards

REPORTS TO General Manager

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

The Executive Chef is responsible for all aspects of the kitchen such as menu planning, operations, recipes, financial responsibility, portion and inventory control, food quality, and employee supervision. The Executive Chef provides leadership training and hands-on management of the kitchen staff. Planning of staff off days (rosters) and annual leaves.

The Executive Chef is in charge of executing the food in the main kitchen, drives menu design and kitchen creativity and is responsible for growing and developing the product and profitability of the food service program. The Executive Chef provides a consistent product and experience achieving revenue targets and managing costs as well as ensures all staff under direct supervision are focused and demonstrating a Guest Centric attitude and culture. In addition to maintaining our vision by adhering to our values and management principles, this position must provide the highest level of service to our guests. Ensuring that all production is carried out in line with appropriate food portion control, the departmental business (Hotel) Group’s corporate guidelines, and service concepts in accordance with HACCP policies and procedure.

TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CONTRIBUTE TO THE PRODUCTION OF THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE FOOD QUALITY, AND COORDINATE STAFF IN THE DELEGATED SECTION

Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Executive Chef is responsible for the overall kitchen operation as a successful independent profit center, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction, through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the Kitchen operation and administration.

 Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Also assists in supervising all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high-quality product is produced.

Executive Chef Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Able to make recommendations to the General Manager
• To be aware of all financial budgets and goals.
• To ensure that guests are always receiving an exceptional dining experience representing true value for money.
• Ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately costed and reviewed regularly.
• Ensure that all food items are prepared as per standard recipe cards whilst maintaining portion control and minimizing waste.
• Ensure that food stock levels within the culinary department areas are of sufficient quantity and quality in relevance to the hotel occupancy and function forecasts.
• Ensure that chefs are always in clean tidy uniforms and are always presentable to be in guest view.
• Ensure that all food preparation equipment is being used safety and correctly and that it is cleaned and maintained.
• Ensure that all culinary operations manuals are prepared and updated.
• Ensure that the Department’s overall operational budgets are strictly adhered too.
• Ensure that the culinary department adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Ensure that a consistent first-class product of the highest quality is achieved and maintained in all culinary areas, whilst adhering to operational deadlines.
• Ensure that all food orders from the kitchen are tested and approved before they are given to the guests to maintain consistence of high quality
• Ensure that meetings are well planned and results-orientated.
• Creative menu planning and correct food preparation for each outlet including banquets.
• Ensure that all relevant banquet set-ups are prepared ahead of guest’s arrival and in adherence with company standards.
• Be aware of new items, which are introduced onto the market and keep up with the lasted product trends.
• To fully understand the market needs and desires and ensure that the menus are developed to reflect those needs.
• To initiate relevant maintenance reports and work orders supported by the respective follow up of those items actioned.
• To manage associates fairly and take a personal interest in knowing all culinary associates.
• To project a positive and motivated attitude among all associates.
• To spend time in the restaurant to ensure that the operation is managed well by the outlet team.
• To frequently verify that only the highest quality products are used in food preparation.
• To ensure that all food products received into the Main Kitchen are of the required standard and quality and that they are stored and rotated correctly.
• Responsible for the supervision of all stewards and their activities within the culinary department.
• Should ensure that buffet service is always clean and well presented, and that a chef is always present at all buffet stations during service.
  
  
  

• Ensure that Work schedules and annual leave planners are administered and filed correctly.
• Ensure that the overall culinary department is motivated and that positive feedback on work performance is given.
• To delegate responsibilities to subordinates as required.
• Coach and counsel employees in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policy.
• To act as manager on duty for the Food and Beverage department as scheduled.
• To recruit and select a suitable culinary team who are able to work within a decentralized management philosophy.
  
  
  

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Adheres to all health, sanitation and food safety rules and regulations
• Reports all potential and real hazards immediately
• Fully understands the hotel’s fire, emergency, and bomb procedures
• Co-ordinates work, and works in a safe manner that does not harm or injure self or others
• Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions to avoid mishaps
• Keeps the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, appropriate uniform, appearance, and conduct
  
  
  

MISCELLANEOUS

• Recommends better preparation procedures to General manager
• Checks the restaurant reservations regularly
• Accepts flexible work schedule necessary for uninterrupted service to the food production function
• Maintains own working area, materials and company property clean, tidy and in good shape
• Continuously seeks to endeavour the knowledge of own job function
• Is well updated on, and possesses solid knowledge of the following:
  – Hotel fire, bomb and emergency procedures
  – Hotel health and safety policies and procedures
  – Current licensing relating to own department
  – Restaurant corporate marketing and promotional programmes
  – Restaurant guests generating high business volume
• Responsible Business: show involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in Responsible Business hotel and departmental activities
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (A0) required in a related field such as Culinary Arts, Restaurant and Hotel Management, and other related field with a minimum 5 years working experience in the field.
• Advanced Diploma (A1) in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, other related field with a minimum 7 years working experience in the field.
• Having relevant professional certificates
  
  
  

TO APPLY:

 Please send the following documents to Christophe.MUYOBOKE@mantiscollection.com

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Academic papers (the successful candidate will be required to submit notarized copies)
• Successful candidate will be required to present a criminal record
• Service certificates proving the work experience
• 3 professional references

All attachments should be in Word or PDF form attached as one document

No phone calls, please.

Mantis EPIC Hotel is an equal employment opportunity employer

Note:

• Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit a criminal record
• Expected starting is as soon as possible

Interested candidates should submit their applications in English not later than October, 12^th 2024 at 04.00 pm.

Done at Nyagatare, on the 03^rd October, 2024

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We’re transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances and breakthrough discoveries!

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training and research in mathematical sciences, and public engagement in STEM. Its mission is to empower talented young Africans to be creative leaders in Science and Technology. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and Rwanda.

Each AIMS Centre provides expertly tailored academic and non-academic programs, training around 60 African students per master program each year and preparing them for leadership in the domains of academia, government and industry. The AIMS academic program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment.

If you bring a collaborative spirit with a passion to effect change, consider this opportunity as the…

Communications Manager, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at AIMS!

Based at the AIMS Research and Innovation Centre and reporting to the Director of Programs Delivery and Reporting, the Communications Manager for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program will champion the creation and implementation of an effective communication strategy for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at AIMS. This position requires coordinating communications across various platforms, crafting impactful messages, managing stakeholder involvement, and increasing program visibility. You will collaborate closely with the program’s team across the AIMS Network to promote its activities, accomplishments, and strategic initiatives to internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, the role will involve engaging with alumni, supporting program outreach efforts, and handling media relations.

The Communications Manager will also lead the program’s digital communication efforts, including maintaining and growing a strong online presence through social media, the AIMS website, and digital newsletters. Monitor social media and website analytics to optimize content and engagement.

As an expert in communication, you will create/refine the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at AIMS promotional literature and other materials to communicate the program’s achievements, and impact to different target audiences, manage the preparation and maintenance of an updated standard information package on the program for briefings and distribution to the public.

As the ideal candidate, you will track and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies and activities. Provide regular communication reports to program leadership and partners, detailing reach, engagement, and impact.

This is a full-time contract opportunity based in Kigali, Rwanda.

Do you have what we need?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, communications for development, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in communications, preferably in an educational or non-profit organization.
• Proven ability to oversee multi-channel communication strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, content management systems, and analytics tools.
• Experience in media relations and stakeholder communication management.
• Fluency in French is a plus.
• Experience in volunteer management and community engagement.
• Commitment to the mission and values of AIMS.
• Experience engaging diverse stakeholders and building sustainable partnerships.
  
  
  

Are you ready to be a part of the transformation?

Click on this link to apply. Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2024.

Should no feedback be received from AIMS within four weeks of the deadline, kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS RIC reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.

AIMS RIC is an equal-opportunity employer. Visit https://www.aimsric.org/ to learn more about AIMS.

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The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training and research in mathematical sciences, and public engagement in STEM. Its mission is to empower talented young Africans to be creative leaders in Science and Technology. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and 2 Centres in Rwanda.

Each AIMS Centre provides expertly tailored academic and non-academic programs, training around 60 African students per master program each year and preparing them for leadership in the domains of academia, government and industry. The AIMS academic program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment.

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As an experienced leader, the Program Manager will work with a multicultural team to actively contribute to program management practice, collaborate with the monitoring and evaluation team to review and implement tools and approaches for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating the program’s monitoring data, team leadership and supervision, stakeholder engagement and collaboration, strategic planning and continuous improvement, budget, and financial management and support donor compliance, reporting, communication, and audit activities.

This is a full-time contract opportunity based in Kigali, Rwanda.

Do you have what we need?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in project management, business administration, education, international development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in program management or project management, preferably in an educational, non-profit, or research environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proven experience in budgeting and financial management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks and reporting methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Project Management qualifications such as PMP.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and managing international programs is desirable.
  
  
  

Are you ready to be a part of the transformation?

Click on this link to apply. Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2024.

Should no feedback be received from AIMS within four weeks of the deadline, kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS RIC reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.

AIMS RIC is an equal opportunity employer. Visit https://www.aimsric.org/ to learn more about AIMS.