JOB DESCRIPTION: RESERVATIONIST

Department: ROOMS DIVISION | FRONT OFFICE

Reports to: Front Office Manager

job purpose

To maximize hotel revenue and guest satisfaction by receiving, handling and processing guest reservations in accordance to the Companies Policies & Procedures and standards with the intention to achieve the highest occupancy percentage at the best possible room rates

Position Description

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for This Position

TASKS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process all reservations in accordance to the Companies Policies & Procedures.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all the properties features, services, layout of rooms
• Be familiar with all Accor Rates, Special Packages, Promotions, Loyalty Programme, Rate Codes, Booking channels, segmentations and Reservations systems and platforms.
• At all times know room availability and status.
• Ensures that all reservation requests are dealt with in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate levels of inventory, based on forecasted demand.
• Uses effective restriction methods in periods of high demand
• Setting Yield controls in the PMS / TARS systems based on the forecasted demand in order to ensure maximum revenue potential in conjunction with the hotels’ overall performance objectives.
• Reviews hotel data in GDS and Intranet (OTA) on a regular basis.
• Ensures all rates are loaded correctly in all systems.
• Ensures group inventory cut-off dates are managed in line with contract and demand.
• Implements block-out dates and reviews frequently to see if adjustments are needed.
• Ensures a correct rate positioning in each segment and for each season.
• Use all tools available to ensure correct pricing information.
• Ensures accurate reporting for accurate analysis on market segmentation, production tracking and monitoring per segment.
• Compile month end statistics reports as directed by Front Office Manager and General Manager.
• Ensures that all telephone standards are adhered to.
• Ensures revenue is maximized and optimized at every opportunity.
• Ensure that all non-guaranteed reservations are followed up in advance.
• Ensure OTA’s cancellations are recorded immediately in the system.
• Ensure we receive the correct vouchers/payments for all reservations.
• Ensures pro-active communication between the Front Office and Sales teams of all revenue related issues.
• Control commission statistics for Travel Agents and to ensure accurate tracking of these.
• Records reservation information accurately; identifies and records group and transient business codes.
  
  
  
• Informs all departments of VIP arrivals.
• Identifies commissionable reservations and secures required information.
• Records and processes deposit information.
• Files all reservations in a systematic order for easy referral.
• Assists with the preparation of the forecast and VIP list.
• Utilizes guest history files for personalized service at the hotel.
• Maximizes customer satisfaction and hotel revenue by promoting hotel restaurants and other services and facilities to guests.
• Set-up proper billing accounts and instructions.
• Performs and check cashier functions according to companies Policies & Procedures.
• Processes and check daily banking’s according to company Policies & Procedures.
• Checks that correct data is obtained from guests and updated on the Property Management System.
• Be familiar with the monthly department budgets and targets set to achieve.
• Maintain control of guest and hotel accounts ensuring that all charges are accurate and posted on a timely basis.
• Maintain strict security procedures with credit and cash transactions, accounting procedures, issue of room keys and guest confidentiality/privacy
• Maintain communication channels between hotel guests and all Hotel departments both verbally and in writing as required.
• Attend to other duties as requested by Management.
• Fully familiarized with all the Hotel & Company Policies & Procedures, as well as all the Accor programmes offered such as Loyalty programmes, audit and service measurement programmes.
  
  
  

GUEST SATISFACTION

• Liaises with all guests, ascertaining their requirements and co-coordinating these needs to the standards laid down by the companies Policies & Procedures.
• Greets guests in a warm and friendly manner.
• Answers calls in a professional manner and within 3 rings.
• Follow-ups are done to ensure the guest’s request, query or needs has been actioned and guest is satisfied.
• Guest complaints are handled effectively and handed over to Front Office Manager and General Manager.
  
  
  

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

• Shows involvement and is interested in environmental and or social & ethical issues by participating in responsible business activities.
• Promotes the Responsible Business programme to guests at all times using the Accor “Planet 21” principles.
• Is actively involved in finding ways of reducing waste, plastic and minimizing energy usage
  
  
  

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Be familiar with the companies Health & Safety Policies & Procedure and any other related laws.
• Adheres to all Health & Safety regulations, Policies & Procedures and ensure that all staff adheres to these regulation, policies & procedures.
• Ensure a strong Health & Safety culture, directing and overseeing workplace safety programs to regulation compliance, employee awareness and an accident-free workplace guided by the Rwandan Labor Law and the companies Policies & Procedures.
• Ensures that all potential and real hazards are reported and reduced immediately.
• Fully understands the hotel’s fire and emergency Policies & Procedures.
• Ensures that emergency procedures are practiced and enforced to provide for the security and safety of guests and employees.
• Stimulates and encourages a general awareness of health and safety.
• Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions and either corrects them or takes action to prevent them from happening.
• Ensures that the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, appropriate uniform, appearance, and conduct is maintained by all employees in the department.
• Act as employee representative on the Health & Safety committee.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Maintain the highest standard of appearance and social skills in according to the companies Human Resources Policies & Procedures.
• Be familiar with the staff handbook, house rules, Code of Conduct, Health and Safety Policies & Procedures pertaining to your area of responsibilities.
• Be familiar with the company’s Disciplinary codes.
• Well-groomed at all times and dresses in accordance to the Company uniform and name badge issued to you and your subordinates.
• Attends training as and when required.
• Conducts relevant training sessions of standards, and the companies Policies & Procedures to your areas of responsibilities.
• Attends all relevant departmental meeting or other relevant scheduled meeting.
• Conducts and manage induction and training of new staff members and students.

Other Special Requirements

• To perform other reasonable duties as directed by your immediate Manager.
• To be available to work overtime at the request of Management.
  
  
  

Qualifications, Skills/Experience & Personal Attributes

• Bachelor Degree in Hospitality or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in reception roles
• Excellent verbal communication
• Good telephone communication etiquette
• Organized and resourceful
• Customer-focused
• Active listener
• Well conversant with OPERA system

Working conditions

The Job’s responsibilities sometimes may require working extra hours and the working days include weekends and public holidays.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both application letter and well detailed CV together with certificates not later than 16^th October 2024 at 05:pm via the mail: Daniel.nsengiyera@mantiscollection.com, CC: mukabalisa.marylene@mantiscollection.com

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Digital Content Assistant

Title: Digital Content Assistant

Reports to: Communications, Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator 

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

ROLE PURPOSE

To actively support the Communications, Marketing and Public Relations department to achieve its mandate of promoting the University’s visibility and brand affinity through creative high-quality content creation and social media promotions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Story Writing & Content Creation:

• Support with story writing, interviews and content creation for UGHE departments, Centres and Institute initiatives as well as activities, ensuring consistent and clear messaging, aligned to UGHE’s core mission and values and sensitive to different cultural contexts and understandings.
• Create and design communications content for UGHE’s Newsletters, Website articles, Bi-weekly Media Sweeps and media or Press Releases to local and international press.
• Develop and update of communication and marketing materials for reports, presentations, and promotion.
  
  
  

PR & Social Media Support

• Support the management of UGHE’s Social Media Platforms by strategically promoting UGHE’s activities, events, initiatives, ELT’s speaking engagements
• Ensure all departments are equally promoted across UGHE’s Social Media platforms by creating a social media content calendar that showcases UGHE as a cutting-edge academic institution.
• Create global awareness and recognition of UGHE as an innovator in delivering health education, a rigorous and equity-driven research platform, the “partner of choice” in strengthening and equipping global health systems as well as a university committed to serving its community.

Documentation & Record Tracking

• Document all UGHE’s Op-eds, Peer reviews, Interviews, Festivals, Hosted Webinars, Podcasts, Speaking Engagements, Website articles, Branded materials through an updated Lions Spotting Tracker accessible to key departments.
• Ensure UGHE Communications, Marketing & PR department has a centralized, safe and accessible storage for all images and videos organized, captioned, and categorized making it searchable according to theme and date.
  
  
  

Branding & Website Updates

• Facilitate department’s messaging and branding needs of printed and digital materials, including social graphics, flyers, one pagers and event promotional materials.
• Support in website information updates and content creation.

Events Facilitation

• Provide communications support at all UGHE events such as graduation ceremonies, Program launches, Centre or Institute launches by facilitating photography, videography, promotions, and branding support.
• Facilitate the Communications, Marketing and PR department to serve other departments with key communications needs

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years’ experience in a marketing or communications role managing social media platforms
• Experience working in a global health or higher ed organization
• Proven experience in content creation, editing, and proofreading
• Proven track record of performing above expectations in improving a Company’s brand presence
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing or any relevant related field.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Word press (or other web builders), Email Marketing Tools, Canva or other designing platforms preferred
• Commitment to global health and social justice
  
  
  

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Excellent Communication: Demonstrate ability to articulate UGHE’s and PIH’s mission and program objectives persuasively
• Versatility and good judgement: Able to draft clear and consistent messages for a variety of audiences.
• Accountability: Demonstrate commitment to personal responsibility and value for equity
• Influence: Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to engage key stakeholders
• Project management: Self-driven and able to multi-task, with good decision-making skills
• Agility: Flexible, results-oriented, and able to work in a project-driven environment
  
  
  

How to Apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ Tab on the application page.

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Airtel Rwanda: JOB DESCRIPTION

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 15th October 2024.

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JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Project Officer-Private Sector Development

Enabel is the Belgian development agency. It implements Belgium’s governmental cooperation. The agency also works for other national and international donors. With its partners in Belgium and abroad, Enabel offers solutions to address pressing global challenges – Climate Change, Urbanisation, Human Mobility, Peace and Security, Economic and Social Inequality – and to promote Global Citizenship. With 2,100 staff, Enabel manages about 200 projects in twenty countries, in Belgium, Africa and the Middle East.

We have over 20 years’ experience in areas ranging from education and health care to agriculture, environmental protection, digitalisation, employment and governance. Enabel’s expertise is eagerly sought-after by partners around the globe – ranging from the Belgian government, European Union institutions, governments of other countries and the private sector. We work with civil society, research institutes as well as businesses and we foster fruitful interaction between development policy and other areas.

Enabel is currently implementing a five-year bilateral cooperation program (2024 – 2029), with a total budget of 95 million euros, in three priority development sectors in Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization and support in public financial management. Enabel is also implementing many other projects funded by thirst parties (European Union and European development Actors).

Enabel is implementing the Urban Economic Development initiatives program (UEDi) for a Five- year project (2024-2029). The program results are the extension of the UEDi 1 (2019-2024) and aims at “Developing sustainable and attractive satellite cities by enhancing the living conditions of its population, especially the most vulnerable generating a socio-economic and environmental ecosystem that is inclusive and climate proof”.

Specifically, the Private Sector Development activities will be mainly implemented in Rwamagana, Bugesera and Musanze districts with a specific objective “Strengthening decent green job creation in the construction value chains, through skills development and support to local manufacturing of construction materials using Greener & more circular technologies”.

To ensure business continuity, Enabel is currently looking for a Project Officer-Private Sector Development (f/m) under the Urbanization Program.

Duty station: Kigali with regular in-country trips.

Duration of the contract: Open-ended employment contract – local contract according to the Rwandan labor law

Expected starting date: December 2024

Function:

The main function of the Project Officer-Private Sector Development (PSD) will support the activities for private sector development namely the access to finance and technology acquisition for SMEs in MiR construction materials, support the operationalization of economic infrastructure with PPP approach in Musanze, Rwamagana and Bugesera districts, women economic empowerment initiatives as well as supporting the center of excellence for bamboo value chain development.

The Project Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Private Sector Development Expert. He/She wil also work in close collaboration with other Enabel Urbanization team members and supporting synergies with others Enabel projects and development partners.

In general, (s)he will:

• Perform M&E of the BDS-capacity building to monitor the progress of implementation in all beneficiary-companies for MiR construction materials (clay, stones and bamboo)
• Assist the Enabel partners working on access to technology and access to finance for the beneficiary companies and facilitate the Open call applicants for MiR construction materials
• Report regularly about the progress of BDS-Capacity building
• Assist and facilitate the activities related to Public Private Partnership (PPP) for the public infrastructures’ operationalization
• Assist the PSD Expert in follow up of the grants execution with partner and participate initiate the preparation and organization of the M&E meetings with the partners
• Facilitate different workshops that will be organized for validations of studies and other PSD Program related activities
• Participate in knowledge management for Urbanization program
• Perform any other task/responsibility in line with the function

Profile:

qualification and experience

• Rwanda Citizen,
• Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies or other similar profiles.
• At least 5 years of working experience in Private sector development, SMEs development (capacity building, value chains development, marketing and coaching),
• Having experience of Green and circular economy (GCE) and job creation skills would be a plus .
• Having the similar work experience with development institution or the public or development partners service would be a plus

To be a woman is an asset!

technical skills

• Project planning and management skills
• Ability to facilitate the workshops with partners; and
• Strong interpersonal skills with high level of integrity;
• Good team worker, communicator and keen learner;
• Good knowledge of ICT (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook);
• Ability/experience for working in a team in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary, international and professional environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation and/or review of operations in a multistakeholder program;
• Ability to communicate effectively and write reports in English, preferably with a working knowledge of French would be a plus.
• Competence in the use of standard MS office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Having the work experience with research and data analysis software would be a plus
• Proficient in English and Kinyarwanda. Working knowledge of French is an asset.

attitude

• A strong character demonstrated by behaviour and professional values, such as punctuality and time management, responsibility and accountability, communication, teamwork, honesty, respect, integrity, professional confidentiality, etc
• Capacity to work under pressure with minimum supervision, High sense of responsibility and integrity.
• Adaptability, cultural-gender-age-religion-nationality sensitivity
• Ability to work in an international, multi-stakeholder environment, maintain effective and cooperative relations,
• Ability to contribute effectively to a collaborative governance framework by taking ownership, being accountable, and communicating honestly and transparently.
  
  
  

We offer:

• A stimulating and varied job in a multi-cultural environment.
• Salary package according to our salary grids (class 5 – Project Officer)From 2.304.086RWF monthly gross salary, adjustable depending on the number of years of relevant experience,
• Additional benefits:
• Insurance coverage (medical and group workers protection)
• Option for remote working depending on the nature of the job
• Personal Learning and development, on the job and outside
• Opportunity for internal mobility

Applicants are also required to commit to the vision, mission and values of Enabel (https://www.enabel.be/content/enabel-vision-mission-values) .

Following this recruitment procedure, a shortlist/reserve of successful applicants may be constituted which may be sourced in the next three years for similar job openings.

How to apply

Applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Enabel jobsite https://jobs.enabel.be/job/Kigali-Project-Officer-Private-Sector-Development/1129587701/ by clicking the “Apply now” button to include updated Curriculum Vitae, a motivation letter. Submit the full file not later than 22^nd October 2024. Only applications submitted via the above link will be considered. **Remember to upload your file**

Enabel is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability status or any other factor other than competence.

Enabel never requests money to be part of any recruitment process.

Done at Kigali, on 09^th October 2024

Country Director,

Enabel in Rwanda

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JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Administrative Assistant (f/m)

Enabel is the Belgian development agency. It implements Belgium’s governmental cooperation. The agency also works for other national and international donors. With its partners in Belgium and abroad, Enabel offers solutions to address pressing global challenges – Climate Change, Urbanisation, Human Mobility, Peace and Security, Economic and Social Inequality – and to promote Global Citizenship. With 2,100 staff, Enabel manages about 200 projects in twenty countries, in Belgium, Africa and the Middle East.

We have over 20 years’ experience in areas ranging from education and health care to agriculture, environmental protection, digitalisation, employment and governance. Enabel’s expertise is eagerly sought-after by partners around the globe – ranging from the Belgian government, European Union institutions, governments of other countries and the private sector. We work with civil society, research institutes as well as businesses and we foster fruitful interaction between development policy and other areas.

Enabel is currently implementing a five-year bilateral cooperation program (2024 – 2029), with a total budget of 95 million euros, in three priority development sectors in Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization and support in public financial management. Enabel is also implementing many other projects funded by third parties (European Union and European Development Actors).

To ensure business continuity, Enabel is currently looking for an Administrative Assistant (f/m).

Duty Station: Kigali

Duration of the contract: Open-ended employment contract – local contract according to the Rwandan labor law

Expected starting date: January 2025

Function:

The Administrative Assistant on one hand is responsible of the reception and support the secretariat and on the other hand provides general support (Administration, Logistics, HR and Finance, ) to the office management in order to ensure a working environment in which co-workers can concentrate on the core of their duties.

In general, (s)he will:

• Carry out various administrative tasks (filing, archiving, follow-up of documents etc) in order to guarantee efficient support to the organization.
• Manage Enabel Rwanda archives (Representation and project)
• Updates of internal and external contact lists
• Ensure that internal and external meetings or events are organised and followed up in order to foster a smooth organisation and to ensure that information is disseminated to all participants.
• Ensure that the necessary materials for the proper functioning of the service are available in order to allow that everyone benefits of adequate logistics support for their activities.
• Ensure that all relevant correspondence and documents that are needed for the business/unit are filed and kept in order to quickly access information looked for.
• Elaborate mission orders (Local and abroad);
• Manage booking of hotels and restaurants…;
• Support to facilitation of visa/work permit application for Expats
• Support to facilitation of IT regime for Expats and Enabel Cars with IT Plates (first registration and renewal)
• Support the integration and follow up of new staff (communication, insurance etc) and its follow up,
• Support with Fleet and drivers’ managements
• Support with material and equipment’s managements including their respective inventories
• Provide any other support in line with this function (secretariat, reception, administration and logistics etc)
  
  
  

Specific Support to Finance and Contracts:

• Invoices reception, scanning, dispatching, and filling.
• Support in payment process both in Bank system and financial tool – UBW (payment voucher preparation and payment initiation on bank system.
• Preparation of VAT refund files
• Support in the processing and management of small purchases as the purchase focal person.

Profile:

qualification and experience

• Rwandan Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in administration, Office Management, Secretariat, Law Management or Logistics.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in similar position within either a public organization, a government project or a highly recognized private organization.
• Having a relevant working experience of at least 2 years with development projects and programs shall constitute an advantage

technical skills

• Proficient in Kinyarwanda and English. Working knowledge of French is an asset.
• Computer literate with proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work in an international, multi-stakeholder environment, maintain effective and cooperative relations with national authorities as well as donors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work autonomously
  
  
  

attitude

• Be of proven moral integrity.
• Strong customer service oriented;
• Highly self-motivated and directed;
• Supportive and flexible.
• Quick learner
• Strong sense of responsibility and initiative (proactive).
• Constructive and solution oriented.
• Ability to contribute effectively to a collaborative governance framework by taking ownership, being accountable, and communicating honestly and transparently.

We offer:

• A stimulating and varied job in a multi-cultural environment.
• Salary package according to our salary grids (class 3 – Administrative Assistant)From 930.163RWF monthly gross salary, adjustable depending on the number of years of relevant experience,
• Additional benefits:
• Insurance coverage (medical and group workers protection)
• Option for remote working depending on the nature of the job
• Personal Learning and development, on the job and outside
• Opportunity for internal mobility

Applicants are also required to commit to the vision, mission and values of Enabel (https://www.enabel.be/content/enabel-vision-mission-values) .

Following this recruitment procedure, a shortlist/reserve of successful applicants may be constituted which may be sourced in the next three years for similar job openings.

How to apply

Applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Enabel jobsite https://jobs.enabel.be/job/Kigali-Administrative-Assistant/1129604601/ by clicking the “Apply now” button to include updated Curriculum Vitae, a motivation letter. Submit the full file not later than 20^th October 2024. Only applications submitted via the above link will be considered.

**Remember to upload your file**

Men candidates are strongly encouraged.

Enabel is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability status or any other factor other than competence.

Enabel never requests money to be part of any recruitment process.

Done at Kigali, 09^th October 2024

Country Director,

Enabel in Rwanda

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Laboratory Assistant

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Reports to: Manager, Basic Sciences Laboratory

Location: Butaro, Rwanda

Position Description

The Laboratory Assistant will work with the Manager of Basic Sciences Laboratory and UGHE faculty to prepare and conduct laboratory experiments aligned with the basic sciences curriculum of the UGHE Medical Program and other academic programs at UGHE as appropriate. She/he will also monitor the stock, equipment maintenance and safety of the science laboratory daily.

Responsibilities

• Set up the lab for specific procedures and demonstrations, and the lab is in excellent working condition after the sessions
• Collect samples and perform tests on biological specimen or other samples related to fields of basic sciences
• Ensure proper storage of all chemicals, reagents, and other consumables in the science laboratory
• Demonstrate knowledge in the use of lab equipment and preparation of working solutions for different lab experiments
• Conduct internal quality control and routine maintenance of science laboratory equipment to ensure that it is safe, functional, and produces accurate results
• Collaborate with the Manager of Basic Sciences Laboratory and other academic teams to schedule science lab sessions
• Participate in preparation of practical teaching materials as well as instructional materials for students to ensure an excellent lab learning experience
• Perform practical demonstrations with the students to ensure that they understand the material and acquire necessary laboratory skills
• Participate in examination and evaluation of students to confirm that learning has taken place
• Participate in development of SOPs according to need and follow them in daily routine of science lab work
• Monitor the stock of consumables and reagents in the science lab daily
• Keep the lab environment clean and safely dispose of chemicals and biohazardous waste
• Participate in lab-based research & community activities of the division
• Attend division meetings and trainings as needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
  
  

Qualifications

• At least Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory sciences, or a closely related field; with at least second upper class division.
• Possess active license from Rwanda Allied Health Professional Council (RAHPC)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a science laboratory (in a renowned public or private hospital, clinics, institutions, universities or teaching hospitals).
• Experience as a tutorial assistant/laboratory technician conducting laboratory experiments with students in medical programs desired
• Fluency in English (Kinyarwanda or French fluency desired)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to be well organized and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to relocate to Butaro, Rwanda
  
  
  

 How to Apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page.To the following links  No later than 09th November 2024 

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Assistant Professor of Anatomy

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Anatomy

Reports To: Chair, Basic Medical Sciences

Location: Butaro, Rwanda

Position Overview

As a full-time position – Assistant Professor, you will be responsible for working as part of a team to develop and teach modules in Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) of the undergraduate MBBS program using cutting-edge pedagogical methods. A full-time member must have a deep commitment to excellence in teaching and broad expertise in Human Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, and other foundational health sciences. You will be expected to teach and assess BMS modules and participate in the development and the effective implementation of Basic Medical Sciences modules for undergraduate students.
 Academic Responsibilities 

• Develop syllabi, modules, learning objectives, student assessments, case studies, simulations, problem-solving activities, and classroom activities for BMS modules
• Write and oversee the preparation and delivery of examinations in the foundational health sciences and assume responsibility for timely reporting of student grades to the Chair
• Develop, or research and source, course materials to be integrated into student assignments, including readings and teaching videos
• Deliver interactive and engaging classroom instruction
• Organize all course materials in a clear, presentable way on the UGHE learning management system
• Teach gross Anatomy, Embryology and Histology laboratory classes and/or clinical simulation-based classes
• Participate in community engagement activities
• Contribute to research at UGHE
  
  
  

Administrative Responsibilities

• Mentor and advise students and supervise student research projects
• Provide other duties as assigned by the Chair of Division, Dean, and other members of the University leadership

General Qualifications: 

• An earned PhD in Human Anatomy from a reputable international University
• More than 5 years teaching experience at the level of Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in a Medical School at a reputable University
• Evidence of active research participation and scientific publications in reputable journals
• Evidence of competence in digital medical education, use of Learning Management Systems, Anatomage, Complete Anatomy and other software to support teaching
• Experience in teaching using cadaveric dissection
• Experienced in horizontal and vertical integration of the MBBS curriculum
• Demonstrate interest in medical education and continuous professional development.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page. To the following links  No later than 09th November 2024

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Assistant Professor of Physiology

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Physiology

Reports to: Chair, Basic Medical Sciences

Location: Butaro, Rwanda

Position Overview  

As a full-time position – Assistant Professor, you will be responsible for working as part of a team to develop and teach modules in Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) of the undergraduate MBBS program using cutting-edge pedagogical methods. As a full-time member you must have a deep commitment to excellence in teaching and broad expertise in medical Physiology, and other foundational health sciences. You will be expected to teach and assess BMS modules and participate in the development and the effective implementation of Basic Medical Sciences modules for undergraduate students.

 Academic Responsibilities  

• Develop syllabi, modules, learning objectives, student assessments, case studies, simulations, problem-solving activities, and classroom activities for BMS modules
• Write and oversee the preparation and delivery of examinations in the foundational health sciences and assume responsibility for timely reporting of student grades to the Chair
• Develop, or research and source, course materials to be integrated into student assignments, including readings and teaching videos
• Deliver interactive and engaging classroom instruction
• Organize all course materials in a clear, presentable way on the UGHE learning management system
• Teach/ support laboratory and/or clinical simulation-based classes
• Participate in community engagement activities
• Contribute to research at UGHE
  
  
  

Administrative Responsibilities  

• Mentor and advise students and supervise student research projects
• Provide other duties as assigned by the Chair of Division, Dean, and other members of the University leadership

General Qualifications

• An earned PhD in Medical Physiology from a reputable international University
• More than 5 years teaching experience at the level of Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in a Medical School at a reputable University
• Evidence of active research participation and scientific publications in reputable journals
• Evidence of competence in digital medical education, use of Learning Management Systems, and other software to support teaching
• Experienced in horizontal and vertical integration of the MBBS curriculum
• Demonstrate interest in medical education and continuous professional development.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page.To the following Links No later than 09th November 2024

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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BRAC International is Hiring! Join BRAC International to create opportunities for people to realise their potential.

Position: Human Resources Manager

Job Location: BRAC International Rwanda/ Country Office, Kigali

About the Role:

The Human Resources (HR) Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and strategic management of BRAC Rwanda organization’s workforce. This position is responsible for leading and managing the HR department and functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, and compliance with labor laws. The HR Manager ensures that HR practices align with the organization’s goals, promoting a positive workplace culture while enhancing employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

Additionally, the HR Manager will be a strategic partner to the senior management team, providing advisory on people management, driving initiatives that support employee development, and leading efforts to attract and retain top talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures that are aligned with organizational priorities and demands as well as country law. In line with this, to develop HR tools that are supportive of the policies within the organization.
• Update and maintain HR policies handbook.
• Coach and advice management regarding interpretation and execution of HR policies and procedures and compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
• Support the development of an organizational culture that reflects BRAC values, promotes accountability and high performance, and encourages a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation.
• Manage the performance management system and processes to ensure the performance objective is set appropriately and lead the appraisal process both mid-year and end of year.
• In close collaboration with hiring managers, take lead in recruitment processes that span the full recruitment cycle from advertisement to employment contracting while ensuring openness and transparency.
• Ensure that employee benefit providers, including those for medical coverage, group life insurance, and workers’ compensation, are renewed in a timely manner. Additionally, monitor and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) to maintain high standards of service delivery.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in a timely manner, while maintaining full compliance with all statutory regulations and requirements.
• Manage and supervise the effective use of HRIS ensuring accuracy of employee details
• Lead in strategic HR and staff compensation related surveys in consultation with the CD and Regional Head of HR.
• Create structured opportunities to encourage learning of direct reports, ensuring continuous performance evaluations and reviews are undertaken as appropriate.
• Oversee and manage the HR department’s budget, including budget planning, forecasting, and allocation of financial resources, ensuring best use of resources to support departmental objectives.
• Advice staff and managers on use and interpretation of the performance management system and advise on managing poor and outstanding performance and linking performance review to annual increments and learning and development.
• Support line managers build and develop the capacity of national staff through the provision of tools and information that relate to coaching, performance management and human resource development plans.
• Develop, implement and manage compensation and benefits policies and schemes (including terms of conditions of employment, contracts and medical insurance) in line with local labor laws and in relation to other INGOs in country.
• Lead the field office in participating in periodic market surveys and make recommendations on pay and benefits based on market data.
• Represent the organization in legal issues, seeking advice from relevant authorities.
• Play an advisory role in disciplinary procedures and grievances including conducting investigations if required
• In close collaboration with the country management teams, take lead in the development of staff wellness/care schemes and ensure that the overall staff wellbeing is taken into consideration through policy and practice.
• In collaboration with the Regional Head of HR, support line managers in change management, restructuring, team building, and addressing organizational challenges through diagnosing issues and working collaboratively with staff and management for solutions.
  
  
  

Safeguarding responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Required Skills, Competencies & Knowledge:

• Excellent people management skills including warmth and sensitivity, conversational, able to relate to and effectively communicate with people from different cultures (at various levels within the organization)
• High integrity and a strong sense of professional ethics with proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Human Resources practices including good knowledge of Rwanda employment labor laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Google platform, and virtual technologies such as Skype, Zoom.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to plan and coordinate work, ensure the efficient flow of projects and processes
• Ability to interact positively with all levels of the organization and across organizational and cultural boundaries
• Excellent relationship management skills and ability to communicate in all forms (written, verbal, negotiation, presentation skills)
• Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands to deliver results.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills
  
  
  

Experience Requirements: 

• Five (5) years of working experience with an International NGO or other international organization; of which four (4) years must have been at senior level; or equivalent combination of both education and experience.

Employment type: Fixed-Term

Salary: Negotiable

About BRAC International:

BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organization, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org)

Our Core Values:

Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.

Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.

Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most.

Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application process to grab your dream opportunity!

External candidates are recommended to email their Resume with a cover letter and any supporting documents to recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net; mentioninga brief academic background, career summary, core competence, professional certifications (if any) etc. within 250 words.

Internal candidates are recommended to apply with their latest Resume including all job assignments in detail and a cover letter mentioning core competence and career aspiration with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net copying their immediate reporting manager

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 56/24 in the subject bar.

Application deadline: 17^th October 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

“BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer”

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BRAC International is Hiring! Join BRAC International to create opportunities for people to realise their potential.

Position: Safeguarding Manager

Job Location: BRAC International Rwanda/ Country Office, Kigali

About the Role:

This role will support to implementation safeguarding activities that include: strengthening the organization’s capacity to implement safeguarding policies, procedures, and measures that meet international standards and are locally relevant; supporting to ensure safeguarding elements are included in the programme design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and partnerships of BRAC Rwanda’s Safeguarding Focal persons to support compliance to safeguarding policies and procedures across the organization; and provide support in case management and investigations of any breach of policies. The incumbent shall support the Humanitarian Response team in integrating safeguarding in emergencies indicators and supporting to conduct needs assessment and training for country office capacity development as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Safeguarding policy implementation of BRAC Rwanda by delivering training to country teams, helping them to conduct safeguarding risk assessments and integrate safeguarding measures in programmes and operations including capacity development of local partners.
• Support the capacity strengthening of Safeguarding Focal points by conducting awareness-building sessions and through exchange of information to and from the country on safeguarding related matters, for example, monthly reports, support needed, and new initiatives.
• Act as a reporting avenue for safeguarding related issues, be a resource to survivors, and help ensure their safety, security, and well-being in line with a survivor-centered approach;
• Support in case management and investigations of safeguarding violations, including leading sensitive investigations where necessary, maintaining confidential investigation case files, producing high-quality investigation reports, and ensuring that BRAC Rwanda meets its donor obligations to report safeguarding violations.
• Support to ensure organizational reporting and response mechanisms are functional, practical and community-friendly.
• Support country teams to identify, map and regularly update local support services available to survivors, maintaining documentation of all BRAC Rwanda support services;
• Act as a focal point for maintaining the online safeguarding case management system, reviewing incidents submitted, and ensuring follow-up actions across the country.
• Prepare quarterly reports of reported cases, and of monitoring and audit review findings, create impactful presentations for senior management on reported cases and trend analysis.
• Support the Humanitarian Response team in integrating safeguarding in emergency indicators, helping to conduct safeguarding risks and needs assessment and delivering training for country office capacity development as needed;
• Participate in program design meetings and kick-off workshops to facilitate inclusion of risks, planning and strategy about safeguarding;
• Represent BRAC Rwanda at external meetings on behalf of Safeguarding (i.e., Safeguarding cluster/network groups)
• Supervise the interns who will be working in the Safeguarding Unit, providing them effective supervision and mentoring so that they have a positive learning experience.
  
  
  

Safeguarding responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Academic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferably in Social Science, Sociology, Gender and Women’s Studies, Development Studies, International Development, Anthropology, Economics or any relevant discipline

Required Skills, Competencies & Knowledge:

• Excellent conceptual and analytical skills with regards to safeguarding with understanding of safeguarding in different contexts and geographies
• Experience of implementing safeguarding policy and practices in an international setting
• Experience designing and delivering training to a diverse and international audience
• Knowledge of international standards of safeguarding and best practices
• Experience of conducting complex and sensitive safeguarding investigations and preparing investigation reports.
• Experience of safeguarding integration in a humanitarian setting (i.e., in needs assessment as part of emergency response)
• Ability to work strategically and practically across multi-cultural teams
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills
• Clear communication and public speaking skills, capable of delivering messages appropriately to a variety of audiences
• Capable of working both individually and as part of a team
• Excellent relationship management skills and ability to communicate in all forms (written, verbal, negotiation, presentation skills)
• Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands to deliver results
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
  
  
  

Experience Requirements: 

• At least 5 years’ experience in the development or humanitarian sector with at least 2 years of experience working in the areas of child/adult safeguarding, protection, gender or GBV in any reputed organization.

Employment type: Fixed-Term

Salary: Negotiable

About BRAC International:

BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organization, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org)

Our Core Values:

Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.

Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.

Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most.

Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application process to grab your dream opportunity!

External candidates are recommended to email their Resume with a cover letter and any supporting documents to recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net; mentioninga brief academic background, career summary, core competence, professional certifications (if any) etc. within 250 words.

Internal candidates are recommended to apply with their latest Resume including all job assignments in detail and a cover letter mentioning core competence and career aspiration with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net copying their immediate reporting manager.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 58/24 in the subject bar.

Application deadline: 22^nd October 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

“BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer”

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BRAC International is Hiring! Join BRAC International to create opportunities for people to realise their potential.

Position: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Job Location: Huye District, Rwanda

About the Role:

The MEAL Officer will be responsible for ensuring effective Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) practices within Brac stitching Rwanda. This role involves overseeing program quality monitoring, data analysis and management, reporting, capacity building of staff, and contributing to continuous program improvement. The MEAL Officer will report directly to the country MEAL Manager and collaborate closely with program teams to ensure adherence to the organization’s MEAL standards and methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Implement and manage the organization’s MEAL systems at the field level, including the AIM M&E Framework and different touchpoints for AIM and provide support on Binsight as one the AIM M&E reporting system.
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to program sites to assess implementation progress and ensure compliance with program indicators and targets.
• Lead in the design, implementation, and analysis of Touchpoint 1 and 4, using statistical software.
• Support in the development and refinement of monitoring tools and data collection processes.
• Coordinate the AIM Program quality monitoring exercises and produce a comprehensive report to inform decision making.
  
  
  

Data Management & Analysis:

• Manage program data and ensure data quality through routine data cleaning and validation.
• Conduct descriptive analysis and interpretation of data using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata) to inform programmatic decisions and improve project performance.
• Support in the development of data visualization products (dashboards, graphs, charts) for internal and external reporting.

Reporting & Learning:

• Contribute timely and accurate MEAL reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, highlighting key findings, lessons learned, challenges, and recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of case studies, success stories, and other learning documents showcasing program impact and best practices.
• Facilitate learning sessions and workshops with program teams to promote a culture of learning and evidence-based decision making.
• Submit your weekly plan along with your weekly report to the assigned supervisor for sharing and learning purposes.
  
  
  

Capacity Building:

• Provide technical support and capacity building to staff and partners on MEAL concepts, tools, and frameworks.
• Conduct training sessions on data collection methodologies, survey techniques, and data quality assurance for field staff and enumerators.
• All other duties as assigned

Internal and External Coordination:

• Active contributor and collaborator with regional and global counterparts to promote theuse of M&E best practices to strengthen linkages with other internal resources, including learning

Safeguarding responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.
  
  
  

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following or related fields: Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Business Information Technology, Mathematics or Economics.

Required Skills, Competencies & Knowledge:

• Proficiency in using statistical analysis software (SPSS, Stata) and experience in database management.
• Prior experience in carrying out surveys, conducting interviews, and undertaking assessments are essential.
• Understanding of qualitative and quantitative indicators.
• Creative and out-of-the-box thinking.
• Excellent Analytical and report writing skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English required.
• Computers skills – word-processing, and data analysis software experience required.
• Computer database experience preferred.
• Experience in the development of Logical Framework Analyses and in the conducting of Participatory Rural Appraisal is extremely desirable.

Experience Requirements: 

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning within the international development sector (NGO).

Employment type: Fixed-Term

Salary: Negotiable

About BRAC International:

BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organization, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org)

Our Core Values:

Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.

Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.

Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most.

Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application process to grab your dream opportunity!

Candidates are recommended to email their Resume with a signed cover letter in a single PDF format indicating the title of the position applied for and any supporting documents to bracrwandarecruitment@gmail.com;mentioninga brief academic background, career summary, core competence, notarized copies of academic qualifications and professional certifications (if any) etc. within 250 words.

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

Application deadline: 22^nd October 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

“BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer”

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Vacancy Announcement

Finance Specialist for Climate, Energy and Sustainability Development Cluster

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federally owned international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. The GIZ Office in Kigali covers GIZ’s portfolio in Rwanda and Burundi. GIZ Rwanda/Burundi implements projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, the European Union and other commissioning authorities in the following priority areas: Sustainable Economic Development; Good Governance; Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development; Digital Transformation and Digital Economy; and regional projects in the Great Lakes Region.

GIZ Rwanda’s Cluster on Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development is implementing a wide range of projects regarding access to energy / rural electrification, renewable energy project development Programme, NDC-capacity development, Article 6 capacity building, waste & circular economy, sustainable urban development and forest landscape restoration among others.

The position, allocated within GIZ Rwanda’s Cluster on Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development, will be providing administrative services such as general office management focusing on reception matters.

Candidate Profile.

It is with this background that Cluster Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development is searching for one candidate for the Receptionist who will report to the Team Leader Administration and Finance.

Location: Kigali

FixedTerm: Until 01.12.2025

Position: 1

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Finance Specialist has the following functions and responsibilities within the Cluster of Climate and Energy of GIZ Rwanda:

• Financial management of projects within the cluster, including planning and monitoring costs, expenses, claims and commitments.
• Ensure that financial and administrative regulations are complied with in all processes, in particular by supporting the project in cash management, co-financing, accounting and receivables management.
• Liaising with relevant stakeholders on administrative and financial topics.

Tasks

• Ensures that information regarding financial issues is exchanged between project’s team staff within the Cluster, partners and other institutions.
• Supervise the monitoring of cash flow, manages and monitors the project liquidity.
• Helps monitor expenses of activities in accordance with the planned budget and helps to prepare budget planning.
• Submit the end-of-period closures of the cash and bank book to the GIZ Country office after reconciling it with balances of the cash books and the bank book; describes any difference in details and adds supporting documents where possible.
• Is responsible for financial management, such as cash withdrawals, keeping the cashbook, bank accounts, preparing and entering vouchers.
• Checks local invoices and supporting documents according to the contractual agreements.
• Follows up on the payment of local invoices.
• Interacts with service providers regarding their services and invoices.
• Monitors the project’s open receivables among various countries.
• Conduct quality checks during the settlement of financial agreement, grant management and local contribution.
• Conduct quality check before finalizing and uploading the assessment of the commercial and legal eligibility (KEP) as part of local contribution.
• Provides support to the team in preparation for internal and external controls and audits as well as implementation of audit? internal recommendations and reports.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience

Qualifications and professional experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Economics, Accounting.
• Experience of at least five years in a similar position.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Teams and Office outlook (preferably approved by a certification of such a course).
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; French language skills an asset.
  
  
  

Other knowledge and additional competences

• Communication skills (preferably approved by a certification of such a course).
• Interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Work ethic.

Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) via our electronic job portal by using the button “apply”; until 22^nd October 2024 at 4:00 PM. All attachments should be put together in one PDF file not larger than 2 MB.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation. We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation, if needed, in order to participate in the job application and interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please let us know, if you have any requirements should you be invited for assessment/interview or that you wish us to consider, when considering your application.

Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali,

Rwanda

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