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Senior Human Resources Assistant at BRAC | Kigali: Deadline: 30-07-2024

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

Introduction

BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, and Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.

BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular position.

Position: Senior Human Resources Assistant

Job Location: BRAC Rwanda Country Office

Number of positions: 1

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Reporting to: Human Resource Manager/T

Contract nature: Fixed (Renewable)

Female candidates are encouraged to apply


Job Summary

Senior Human Resource Assistant will provide Human resource support to BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC, support in the execution of HR policies, programs. Senior Human Resource Assistant will help the organization accomplish its objectives through the facilitation of Human resource systems Management. The person will ensure the Preparation of payroll on time , Make tax declaration and maternity declarations on time, Make sure that staff files are kept in soft copies in the HR System and align them with hard copies , Ensure contract management by renewal of expired contracts, end of probation, transfer and separation

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Manage the recruitment and on boarding process

Coordinate – in liaison with the HR manager – the recruitment process from formulating job advertisements to arranging interviews.

  1. Coordinate recruitment of staff, ensuring vacancies are advertised appropriately with clearly stated Job Description
  2. Confirm and affirm that due process has been followed in every Employee Resourcing process.
  3. Ensure that advertised vacancies have been long listed/ shortlisted and the list forwarded to the HR Manager.
  4. Ascertain accuracy and completeness of the staff information and records: National ID/ Passport, Advert, Job description, Recruitment sheets, CV’s etc
  5. Support the staff on-boarding process
  6. Prepare contracts and all other statutory documents for newly hired staff and temporary.


Payroll and HR records

  • Manage archiving of HR records of all separating staff and maintain a register for the same by facilitating effective staff clearance, documentation and release from the
  • Effective management of the Human Resource Information system by ensuring all staff are added in the system, update the attendance records in the system, and leave is managed through the system.
  • Responsible for the E-Filing of HR documents to include and not limited to staff files, recruitment documents,
  • Maintaining staff leave schedules for all field offices and submitting the same to the HR Manager on monthly.
  • Responsible for monitoring expiry dates and maintaining schedules for contract expiry dates and probation period expiry dates and take the necessary actions regarding continuing, renewing or terminating contracts under the supervision of HR manager.
  • Ensure that personnel files are maintained and contain relevant and up to date staff information and are kept in a secure lockable cabinet
  • Under the supervision of HR Manager, responsible for timely processing of the monthly staff payroll in compliance with statutory deduction
  • Ensure high level of confidentiality regarding personnel data and ensure that all employee information is kept up to date, is complete and held in a secure place
  • Responsible for compiling the leave reports including maternity, sickness, annual and paternity as well as build the capacity of staff on the various leaves provided in the HR Policy and Procedures (HRPP)and labor laws.

Managing medical insurance schemes and staff care

Coordinate the process of renewals of and changes in medical/Insurance schemes for all staff, including the provision of information to staff.

  • Take lead in implementation of staff development plan by maintaining follow ups on staff to take training courses identified during the fiscal year
  • Coordinate and actively suggest staff care activities for national staff
  • Enroll joining staff into the medical scheme, including various insurance covers.


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 and encourage others to do the same

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Studies such Business administration, and Management or any other related field.
  • 3+ years relevant experience working as HR in a busy office environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated relevant technical skills in analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data and packaging the findings.
  • Extensive knowledge of HR procedures, including best practices, guidelines, and tools for people management.
  • Ability to work well in a team and train others.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc., and the ability to use various commercially available HR management tools.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda.
  • Ability to write well organized reports and other official correspondences
  • Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks;
  • Willing to be able to travel within the working areas and other areas as required.
  • High degree of professionalism and ability to deal sensitively with confidential material;
  • Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills.


Success Factors

  • The successful Senior Human Resource Assistant will combine exceptional people skills, self- motivation, capacity to multi task and work under pressure.
  • S/he will have an outstanding ability to quickly learn on the job, contribute to developing policies for BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC
  • S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development and strong mentoring skills. The successful candidate will be able to provide oversight across the country portfolio.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of the position applied for, an updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and notarized copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net, Application deadline is 30th July 2024

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

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Akazi k`ubushoferi muri Jhpiego: Deadline: 24th July 2024 @ 11:50pm 

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Overview

Driver is responsible for providing administration support to the Transport Officer in providing reliable and safe driving services to Jhpiego staff, partners and materials to project sites, including loading and offloading of vehicles. The driver complies with program vehicle management policies and standards, driving safety and Jhpiego travels safety rules. The driver works for a USAID funded projected called which ISDA supports the Rwandan Ministry of Health (MOH) to contribute to the reduction of infant and maternal mortality and incidence of malaria in Rwanda, focusing on improving the availability, quality and utilization of RMNCH and malaria services and improving the health of women, adolescent, and children under five.


Responsibilities

 Drive office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and picking official personnel and visitors at/from the airport/hotels.

  • Ensure cost-saving through proper use and maintenance of vehicle, accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to the preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
  • Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through ensuring full time cleanness, minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs.
  • Timely reporting to Transport officer all vehicle documentation such fuelling receipts, logs, travel authorizations, vehicle control, maintenance and vehicle refuelling needs.
  • Responsible for program staff transportation with respect of all safety precautions.
  • Coordinate daily schedules with Supervisor and travellers.
  • Register mileage for trips and reports on a routing sheet to be submitted to the Supervisor.
  • Ensure the proper functioning of the vehicle when traveling to the field.
  • Ensure that the vehicle is used solely in accordance with Jhpiego’s vehicle policy.

Application submistion deadline Deadline: 24th July 2024 @ 11:50pm 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for a pratical test and interview. For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org. The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.




Required Qualifications

  • Diploma A2 level.
  • Valid Driver’s license, Category: B, having category D is an advantage.
  • Possession of defensive Driving certificate.
  • Proven Knowledge of basics auto mechanics.
  • Certification in first Aid will be an added advantage.
  • Three (3) years’ experience, safe driving record preferably with INGOs or International Organizations.
  • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent knowledge of Rwanda driving rules, and regulations.
  • Ability to produce incident reports and Work well with Staff.
  • Able to work under pressure and/or long hours.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and ability of decision making.

Preferred Qualifications

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package

Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, and references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

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Dinning Coordinator at Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) | Bugesera :Deadline: 24-07-2024

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The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

In an experiential learning environment, students develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA experience the six Enterprises including Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Food Processing, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Fruit Crops, Irrigation and Mechanization.

The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum.

All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts, or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.

 POSITION: Dinning Coordinator


DESCRIPTION

The Dining Coordinator is responsible for overseeing campus and off-campus food services, ensuring high-quality dining experiences for students, staff, and visitors and contributing significantly to the quality of campus life. This role combines operational oversight, customer service excellence, and administrative skills to maintain efficient and enjoyable dining operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, financial acumen, excellent customer service and a commitment to continuous improvement.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with kitchen staff to plan nutritionally balanced, diverse, and appealing menus for the campus community.
  • Incorporate feedback from campus residents and non-residents, whether students, faculty, or staff, to improve menu offerings continuously.
  • Supervise day-to-day dining operations, including food preparation, service, and cleanliness.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food handling procedures, and sanitation standards.
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with food vendor to maintain adequate stock of food and supplies.
  • Collaborate with security personnel to protect institutional assets
  • Maintain a customer-centric approach to dining services, ensuring high levels of satisfaction among students, staff, and visitors.
  • Address campus community feedback and resolve any issues related to food quality, service, or facilities promptly and professionally.
  • Train and supervise dining staff, including cooks, servers, and support personnel.
  • Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, professionalism, and excellent customer service.
  • Assist in developing and managing the dining services budget, including forecasting expenses, monitoring costs, and optimizing financial performance.
  • Implement cost-saving measures without compromising food quality or service standards.
  • Plan and oversee special events, such as themed dinners, catering services, and student-focused events.
  • Coordinate with campus departments and student representatives to ensure successful event execution.
  • Promote sustainability practices within dining services, such as sourcing local ingredients, reducing food waste, and implementing recycling programs.
  • Collect and analyze dining service metrics, such as customer feedback, sales data, and operational performance indicators.
  • Prepare timely cafeteria bi-weekly reports and presentations on dining services activities.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field, with minimum of 4years or more of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY

  • Excellent knowledge of administration, standards, regulations, and procedures
  • Excellent administration skills
  • Excellent knowledge of food and Beverage
  • High level of business development skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good change management skills Results driven.
  • Excellent Time management
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations (HACCP), food service best practices, and sustainability principles.
  • Proficiency in computerized food service management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent teamwork


HOW TO APPLY

  • Fill the information required, upload and submit the documents in English to the link provided below.
  • Cover Letter summarizing intent and suitability for the position.
  • A resume or CV.
  • Official degree certificate for highest degree obtained.
  • Summary of the applicant’s teaching experiences (500 words max).
  • The applicant’s philosophy of education and how this aligns with the mission of RICA (500 words max).
  • List of recommenders with contact information.

Please combine your resume/CV with your degree certificate, and any other relevant document, as one PDF file before you upload.

Application Link :

https://rica.bamboohr.com/careers/99

Application review will begin July 24th, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Website: https://www.rica.rw/










Finance Manager at Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) | Kigali : Deadline: 26-07-2024

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Finance Manager

Working at VSOVSO is the world’s leading international non-governmental organisation that works through volunteers to create a fair world for everyone. In 2022/23, over 7,700 dedicated individuals from across the globe volunteered with VSO, bringing their abilities to support almost 11 million people in 35 countries.Our work centres on those who are left out by society – those living in extreme poverty or with disability and illness. Those who face discrimination and violence because of their gender, sexuality, or social status. Those who are at risk from disaster, disease, and conflict.But they are not passive beneficiaries of aid; they are the “primary actors” at the heart of our efforts. From their perspective, we define the issues, opportunities, and solutions that drive sustainable, local-led change. These individuals are the key agents of their own transformation.


Role Details
Location: Rwanda
Salary: Rwf 31,205,557 Annual Gross
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Contract Length: One Year with Possibility of Extension
Full Time: Full Time
Application Closing Date: Jul 26, 2024 00:00:00
Interview Date: ASAP
Start Date: ASAP
Download Job Description File Size: 30.07 KBs, File Type: docx




Role Overview Summary

Lead financial management and reporting for VSO Rwanda projects, coordinate effective contract financial management with donors, support the Program Implementation Lead /Chief of Party and the Project Implementation Leads in managing VSO Rwanda Country Office financial resources.

Ideal Applicant Summary

Requirements:

As with all accounting roles, the role requires an analytical, detail orientated, highly numerate individual with strong IT skills particularly Excel and working knowledge of SUN system. The ideal candidate will be pro-active, motivated and able to work independently identifying and driving improvements and understanding.

Competencies and Behavior

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

  • Ability to be open minded and respectful
  • Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
  • Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
  • Ability to seek and share knowledge

Application Link

Equal Opportunities

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. 










Global Human Centered Design Lead at One Acre Fund | Kigali/Nairobi :Deadline: 15-10-2024

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About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.


About the Role

We seek a Global Human Centered Design (HCD) Lead to use HCD methodologies to improve One Acre Fund’s program design, product offerings, marketing and extension. You will report to the Senior Director of R&D and collaborate across multiple teams to integrate HCD into One Acre Fund’s strategy and program design. You will create research methodologies to explore how we can better meet farmer needs, and support in-country teams to implement the research. You will also lead the analysis and synthesis of this data to develop actionable recommendations for improved product catalogs, marketing, SBCC and extension.


Responsibilities

Design research tools and train field teams to use them:

  • You will design research projects drawing from HCD, Participatory Design, Design and Systems Thinking approaches, and a range of methodologies including surveys, interviews, focus groups and design workshops to be implemented by in-country field research teams.
  • You will train in-country staff on using these methodologies to –
  • Elicit insights on farmer priorities, barriers, needs and aspirations
  • Prototype, co-design and validate new products and communications e.g. digital or paper-based decision-support tools, marketing messages, training content
  • You will provide guidance and quality assurance support as the teams implement.


Elicit and apply insights to inform strategy and programming:

  • You will define and lead implementation of processes to analyze, synthesize and interpret insights emerging from the research.
  • You will translate these insights into actionable recommendations for program design, product / service design, marketing, training and SBCC.
  • You will collaborate with country programs to co-design and implement strategy to extend reach and deepen impact for smallholders based on HCD insights.
  • Based on the existing internal and external evidence and data, you will make recommendations on additional learning and studies needed across the organization

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.


Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

  • Bachelors degree in a relevant field
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience using qualitative research approaches, including focus group facilitation, interview-based approaches, and design workshop approaches in the context of smallholder agriculture.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

  • Experience using data to support decision-making with senior leadership and implementing teams.
  • Experience managing multiple research projects at once across multiple countries, guiding and working through teams on the ground in rural, agricultural communities.

Please note that we define human-centered design experience broadly; successful candidates may come from a wide range of backgrounds, including research, social sciences, engineering, UX design, and tech / development.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda, Nairobi, Kenya


Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.

Application Deadline

15 October 2024

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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Potato Seed Production Lead at One Acre Fund | Kigali :Deadline: 14-10-2024

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ABOUT ONE ACRE FUND

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1.6 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms more productive. Our 10,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across ten African countries, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve earn 40 percent more profits on the land they enroll with One Acre Fund.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007, operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,200 staff located in all four Rwanda provinces and Kigali. Together, we directly serve more than 790,000 farmers. To learn more about our work, look at our Rwanda program blog for more information


About the Role

As the potato seed production lead, you will oversee all aspects of potato seed production. Your primary duties will include managing field operations, managing a team of agronomists and field workers, implementing best practices for seed quality and yield optimization, and ensuring adherence to sustainable agricultural methods. You will also collaborate with research institutions, seed companies, and farming communities to inspire creativity, facilitate knowledge transfer, and help improve food security for smallholder farmers through increased access to high-quality potato seed varieties. You will report directly to Potato Seed Venture Senior Lead and manage a team of 3 people.


Responsibilities

  • Potato seed Production & planning management – Lead the potato seed production process, from seed preparation to harvesting and storage/distribution to ensure the supply of high-quality potato seeds to meet farmers’ demand and support the success of potato seed companies.
  • Build capacity of seed companies who have recently converted from grain seed to potato seed production to enhance productivity and accountability
  • Manage a team of potato seed production and quality control Coordinators/Specialists
  • Promote achievement of production and revenue targets through efficient planning, scheduling, execution, and continuous improvement of operations to maximize output, efficiency, quality, and profitability


Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.


Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

  • BSc in Agriculture, Horticulture or Plant Science minimum, with a postgraduate degree in seed science or seed-related field
  • 5+ years in potato seed production – working for a well-known, reputable seed company with experience producing certified potato seed
  • Agricultural Expertise: understanding of potato agronomy, including seed variety selection, farm management, soil health management, pest and disease control, strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues related to crop health, production processes, and resource management.
  • 2+ years experience in conservation agriculture in potato seeds production
  • Working knowledge of the infrastructure required for potato seed production – greenhouse, cold store and experience with DLS stores

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.


Application Deadline

14 October 2024

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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Human Resources & Administrative Coordinator at BRAC | Kigali :Deadline: 31-07-2024

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

Introduction

BRAC International is a leading nonprofit organization with a mission to empower people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our approach is grounded in the conviction that people living in vulnerable situations can be agents of change if they are empowered with the tools, skills, and hope they need to change their lives. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential. BRAC’s institutional expertise on successfully implemented programmes is applied across 10 countries, touching the lives of over 130 million people, where our models are adapted according to the country’s context.

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) started an initiative that will create positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which has been further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches will be delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

In this regard, BRAC International is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position in Rwanda

Position: Human Resources & Administrative Coordinator

Job Location: BRAC Rwanda Country office

Responsible toHR & Safeguarding Manager

Contract nature: Fixed-term (renewable)

Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience


Job Summary

The Human Resource Coordinator will provide HR and Administrative Coordinator support to BRAC Rwanda, support in the execution of HR policies, programs, and Admin related activities. The HR and Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for safe custody of fixed and non-fixed assets, office supplies, and related materials procured at the national officer. S/he will ensure that all the properties/ assets at the national office are properly registered as per BRAC International standards. S/he will arrange flights and hotel reservations for meetings and various activity events as needed. S/he will be responsible for the supply of stationery and other fast-moving stock items.

  • Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Human Resources & Safeguarding Manager the post holder will:

Key Result #1 – Ensure execution of HR policies, procedures and programs

  • Advise/ guide field management regarding the execution of HR policies and the interpretation of rules, staffing and related personnel
  • Supervise a team of administration staff, allocate tasks, monitor quality and progress of activities, provide coaching and feedback to team members, including regular performance reviews.
  • Seek to understand national laws related to employment, taxation and other issues related to human resource management and actively support BRAC policies alignment to these laws
  • Assist the Human Resource and Safeguarding Manager in training of staff on safeguarding matters, HR polices & compliance and reporting,
  • Responsible for the monitoring and tracking of staff trainings to include BRAC International Trainings for new staff as well as refresher trainings for ongoing
  • Support the HR Manager and Heads of Department in identifying learning priorities and staff development initiatives


Key result #2 – Manage the recruitment and onboarding process

  • Coordinate – in liaison with the HR+SGM – the recruitment process from A to Z, from formulating job advertisements with clearly stated Job description, arranging interviews, documenting interview results, reference checks and drafting job offers
  • m and affirm that due process has been followed in every Employee Resourcing
  • Ensure that advertised vacancies have been longlisted/ shortlisted and the list forwarded to the HR& SG
  • Ascertain accuracy and completeness of the staff information and records: National ID/ Passport, Advert, Job description, Recruitment sheets, CV’s etc
  • Support the staff onboarding and orientation processes
  • Prepare contracts and all other statutory documents for newly hired staff, temporary staff and


Key Result #3– Payroll and HR records

  • Manage archiving of HR records of all separating staff and maintain a register for the same by facilitating effective staff clearance, documentation and release from the
  • Effective management of the Human Resource Information system by ensuring all staff are added in the system, update the attendance records in the system, and leave is managed through the system.
  • Responsible for the E-Filing of HR documents to include and not limited to staff files, recruitment documents,
  • Maintaining staff leave schedules for all field offices and submitting the same to the HR &SGM monthly.
  • Responsible for monitoring expiry dates and maintaining schedules for contract expiry dates and probation period expiry dates and take the necessary actions regarding continuing, renewing or terminating contracts under the supervision of HR &Safeguarding manager
  • Ensure that personnel files are maintained and contain relevant and up to date staff information and are kept in a secure lockable cabinet
  • Under the supervision of HR & Safeguarding Manager, responsible for timely processing of the monthly staff payroll in compliance with statutory deduction
  • Ensure high level of confidentiality regarding personnel data and ensure that all employee information is kept up to date, is complete and held in a secure place
  • Responsible for compiling the leave reports including maternity, sickness, annual and paternity as well as build the capacity of staff on the various leaves provided in the HR Policy and Procedures (HRPP)and labor laws.


 Key result # 4- Managing medical / insurance schemes/staff care/ staff development

  • Coordinate the process of renewals of and changes in medical/Insurance schemes for all staff, including the provision of information to staff.
  • Enroll joining staff into the medical scheme, including various insurance covers.
  • Coordinate and actively suggest staff care activities for national staff
  • Take lead in implementation of staff development plan by maintaining follow ups on staff to take training courses identified during the fiscal year

Key result # 5– Executing and monitor administrative activities

  1. Establish and run the BRAC-Rwanda National Office, ensure visitors are well received and directed to the appropriate persons, answer telephone calls and take
  1. Process work permits and other immigration documents for expatriates.
  2. Process invitation letters for visitors and advise them on visa regimes
  3. Supervise general administrative duties e.g. office cleanliness, mails, office supplies, etc,..
  4. Handle all administrative issues in the absence of HR &Safeguarding Manager
  5. Maintain an up to date record of leave balances using the human resource software
  6. In liaison with the Procurement and Logistics + Finance departments ensure timely payment of bills of all leased property, utilities, telephones, courier services, taxis, casual labors
  7. Coordinate requisition and oversee maintenance of adequate supply of all stationery and other office
  8. Establish and maintain area program offices asset register and monitor servicing of office machines, then report to the supervisor if servicing or repair is
  9. Ensure that office and office equipment are clean, and that staff are provided with refreshments

Provide administrative support and any other duties as called upon


  • 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 and encourage others to do the same

Requirements/Person Specifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B. A.) in Human Resource Management or a related field
  • At least three years of working experience in HR within an NGO.
  • The successful Human Resource and Administration Coordinator will combine exceptional people skills, self- motivation, capacity to multi task and work under
  • S/he will have an outstanding ability to quickly learn on the job, contribute to developing policies for BRAC International
  • S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development and strong mentoring The successful candidate will be able to provide oversight across the country portfolio.
  • Demonstrated relevant technical skills in analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data and packaging the
  • Extensive knowledge of HR procedures, Safeguarding including best practices, guidelines, and tools for people
  • Ability to work well in a team and train
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc., and the ability to use various commercially available HR management tools.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and
  • Ability to write well organized reports and other official correspondences
  • Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks;
  • Willing to be able to travel within the working areas as
  • High degree of professionalism and ability to deal sensitively with confidential material;

Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills


Safeguarding Policy:

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable 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. BRAC holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, discrimination, exploitation, abuse and harassment. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of contract.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of the position applied for, an updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and notarized copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: bracrwandarecruitment@gmail.com,Application deadline is 31st July 2024

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

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Senior MEL Advisor at TechnoServe | Kigali :Deadline: 17-08-2024

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Senior MEL Advisor

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

TechnoServe Background:

Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. This simple idea has been at the heart of TechnoServe’s work around the world for over 50 years. TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of business and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty.

The low-income communities in which we work are full of enterprising people. Their small-scale farms and businesses are the keys to economic development. But they face many challenges: low literacy, lack of access to jobs and markets, unpredictable political dynamics, and, increasingly, the effects of climate change. For many women and young people, the challenges are even more daunting. Working with TechnoServe staff, people around the world are lifting themselves out of poverty. The results are amazing…when incomes increase and living conditions for families get better, they are able to access health care and education previously out of reach. Communities and even whole countries are better off.


Program Description:

TechnoServe is implementing “ReGenerate Rwanda” a program funded by the Swedish Embassy that aims to break the cycle of vulnerability, poverty, and gender inequality in some of Rwanda’s poorest and environmentally fragile districts in the Western and Southern Provinces. The program uses a market systems approach to catalyze systemic changes that result in sustainable, increased incomes for tens of thousands of poor people, particularly women, living in Western and Southern Rwanda. ReGenerate Rwanda applies an environmentally sustainable/regenerative business lens to reduce economic, environmental, and social barriers that keep poor women, youth, and men trapped in poverty and unlock opportunities for their full engagement in and benefit from economic opportunities. To achieve its objective, ReGenerate Rwanda is working in close partnership with a diverse range of market actors to support a portfolio of interventions within priority sectors and cross-cutting market functions.


Position Description:

 TechnoServe seeks a qualified Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Coordinator to coordinate and support implementation of all aspects of MEL activities, including initiatives that foster a culture of ongoing learning and adaptive management. Based in Kigali with frequent travel to Western and Southern Rwanda, s/he will be responsible for timely and progressive implementation of the program’s MEL Plan and systems, in close collaboration with the MEL Manager, and the program team as well as partners. S/he will also be responsible for providing the necessary data and information to improve performance and effectiveness and inform planning and management decisions. The MEL Coordinator will support regular and ad hoc reviews and analyses of program data and learnings that will inform program adaptations and preparation of donor reporting and other program communications.


Key roles and responsibility

  •  Support execution of MEL activities for the program including, tracking implementation and performance monitoring through quality data collection, analysis and reporting to inform ongoing program progress and support decision making.
  •  Liaise regularly with the MEL Manager, MEL Specialist and the program team to ensure that the program is consistently collecting and analyzing sex-disaggregated data, data on regenerative aspects and tracking rights-based power dynamics to generate insights for gender, youth and regenerative interventions.
  •  Ensure data quality through regular checks, validation, and adherence to best practices in data management as recommended by TechnoServe’s Impact Team.
  •  Analyze data to assess program performance against its goals and objectives and prepare timely reports on findings, highlighting successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
  •  Document and share learnings, success stories, and best practices to inform program improvements and scale-up efforts.
  •  Undertake regular visits to the field to support the implementation of MEL activities.
  •  Ensure that lessons learned in one area of operation are applied elsewhere, as appropriate.
  •  Work closely with the program MEL Manager to help ensure that program work plans are on target to meet deliverables in a timely and effective manner.
  •  Collect feedback from partners in order to identify challenges encountered during the implementation of program interventions and maintain a database of program partners and ensure it is updated on a regular basis.
  •  Maintain a strong working relationship with program partners and ensure their effectiveness is monitored as appropriate.


Basic Qualifications and Competencies:

  •  Bachelor’s Degree in statistics, business, economics, or international development-related studies required. Additional degree or certificates on MEL principles, methodologies, and practices is a strong asset.
  •  At least 5 years of experience with MEL methods and approaches, planning, and implementing M&E systems, analyzing and reporting using a logical framework, results chain and other strategic planning approaches;
  •  Prior experience conducting baseline, mid-term and/or final program assessments/evaluations and research protocols.
  •  Demonstrated experience monitoring the progress of interventions and using field observations and results management data to update program assumptions.
  •  Experience in using on-line data collection and analysis tools (such as CommCare, SurveyCTO, SPSS, Kobo, etc.) is an asset.
  •  Previous experience working with private sector partners is desired,
  •  Proven skills in quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis and report writing.
  •  Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to challenging barriers that disadvantage the vulnerable, women and youth and exclude them from economic opportunities.
  •  Analytical skills; ability to synthesize information and distill insights and conclusions.
  •  Demonstrated strong problem solving skills.
  •  Ability to develop well written, clearly structured, cohesive analyses and reports in English.
  •  Learning mindset and a passion for learning.
  •  Strong planning skills and experience working to strict time-guidelines;
  •  Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills and good computer skills in business software (Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint).
  •  Rwanda experience strongly preferred.
  •  Excellent command of English and Kinyarwanda.


Preferred Qualifications:

  •  Experience using statistical analysis software.
  •  Familiarity with Monitoring and Results Management (MRM) systems.
  •  Familiarity with the Donor Committee for Enterprise Development (DCED) standards for results measurement.
  •  Proficiency in French is preferred.


Required Languages:

  •  Fluency in both English and Kinyarwanda with excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  •  Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
  •  Results-oriented, with demonstrated experience achieving program targets.
  •  Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
  •  Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other administrative applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  •  Supervise data enumerators/data collectors.
  •  Coordinate input from a range of program staff and partners. Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams desired.

Success Factors

Competency is a combination of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) directly related to successful performance on the job.

Core Competencies include:

  •  Integrity and honesty: Is widely trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; presents truthful information in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; does not misrepresent himself or herself for personal gain.
  •  Teamwork/ Relationships: Works cooperatively and flexibly with other members of the team with a full understanding of the role to be played as a team member and/or leader, to achieve a common goal. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and networks.
  •  Learning attitude: Proactively takes advantage of opportunities to learn. Actively identifies new areas for learning; applies and shares new knowledge and skill appropriately.
  •  Diversity/Inclusiveness: Demonstrates an understanding and appreciation for diversity and supports diversity efforts. Interacts effectively with and inclusively with people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, ages, and genders.
  •  Communication: Expresses ideas effectively in individual and group situations. Listens effectively; shares information, ideas and arguments; adjusts terminology, language and communication modes to the needs of the audience; ensures accurate understanding; acts in a way that facilitates open exchange of ideas and information; uses appropriate non-verbal communication.
  •  Decision making/Problem Solving: Is able to analyze situations, diagnose problems, identify the key issues, establish and evaluate alternative courses of action and produce a logical, practical and acceptable solution. Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgment in escalating issues where necessary.
  •  Results Oriented/ High Quality Deliverables: Stays focused on the efforts necessary to achieve quality results consistent with programmatic or departmental goals. Demonstrates the ability to achieve effective results; works persistently to overcome obstacles to goal achievement. Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks.
  •  Planning & Time Management: Establishes a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a specific goal. Effectively plans, schedules, prioritizes and controls activities; identifies, integrates and orchestrates resources (people, material, information, budget, and/or time) to accomplish goals. Prioritizes work according to the program or department’s goals, not just own job responsibilities; manages own time effectively.
  •  Business Acumen: The ability to use information, ask the right questions and make decisions that make an impact on the overall business performance.


Job Specific/Technical Competencies include:

  •  Financial & Resource Management: The ability to estimate, justify, and manage appropriate funding levels to support goal accomplishment. Managing Resources is about understanding human, financial, and operational resource issues to make decisions aimed at building and planning efficient project workflows, and at improving overall organizational performance.
  •  Donor/Partnership Management: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
  •  Analysis, Research, Report Writing: Experience in business planning and analysis, modeling for feasibility and execution. Able to analyze and express oneself clearly in business writing.
  •  Innovative Mindset: Curious inquiries, asks questions and seeks out information from multiple sources, learns from mistakes, sees change as an opportunity.










Sub Award Manager at TechnoServe | Kigali: Deadline: 17-08-2024

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Sub Award Manager

Job Details

Description

TechnoServe Background:

Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. This simple idea has been at the heart of TechnoServe’s work around the world for over 50 years. TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of business and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty.

The low-income communities in which we work are full of enterprising people. Their small-scale farms and businesses are the keys to economic development. But they face many challenges: low literacy, lack of access to jobs and markets, unpredictable political dynamics and, increasingly, the effects of climate change. For many women and young people, the challenges are even more daunting. Working with TechnoServe staff, people around the world are lifting themselves out of poverty. The results are amazing…when incomes increase and living conditions for families get better, they are able to access health care and education previously out of reach. Communities and even whole countries are better off.


Program Description:

TechnoServe is implementing “ReGenerate Rwanda” a program funded by the Swedish Embassy that aims to break the cycle of vulnerability, poverty, and gender inequality in some of Rwanda’s poorest and environmentally fragile districts in the Western and Southern Provinces. The program uses a market systems approach to catalyze systemic changes that result in sustainable, increased incomes for tens of thousands of poor people, particularly women, living in Western and Southern Rwanda. ReGenerate Rwanda applies an environmentally sustainable/regenerative business lens to reduce economic, environmental, and social barriers that keep poor women, youth, and men trapped in poverty and unlock opportunities for their full engagement in and benefit from economic opportunities. To achieve its objective, ReGenerate Rwanda is working in close partnership with a diverse range of market actors to support a portfolio of interventions within priority sectors and cross-cutting market functions.


Position Description:

TechnoServe seeks a Subawards & Sub Award Manager for the ReGenerate Rwanda program in Kigali. The Subawards & Sub Award Manager will be responsible for the implementation and management of the project’s Subawards program. This role will oversee due diligence, reporting, budgeting, auditing, program monitoring, and other operational activities in compliance with Subaward-making guidelines. The incumbent will ensure adherence to the program’s Subaward manual and monitor the performance and compliance of sub-awardees, including conducting monitoring visits. Additionally, the Manager will provide technical assistance to sub-awardees to support their compliance and optimize their performance. This position will report to the Senior Finance and Administration Manager.


KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Sub-Award Management

  • Maintains programmatic and financial management files for Subawards and ensures audit trail for all necessary Subaward documentation.
  • Provides compliance support on sub-awards, including solicitations, due diligence, awards, implementation and post-sub-award close-out.
  • Ensures that sub-awardees are aware and trained on requisite flow-down requirements from the donor
  • Ensures that sub-awardees are adhering to the terms of their awards, are in compliance with requirements, and are submitting required deliverables on time
  • Works with the project and finance teams to align on process flow for invoices, payments and anticipated milestones
  • Works with TechnoServe’s Awards team on all sub-awards to issue new sub-awards and modifications
  • Aligns with the Awards team, finance and procurement staff to ensure that the right instrument is selected for different types of partnerships
  • Create and manage sub award monitoring plans. Coordinates and ensures timely financial disbursements, compliance with Subawards financial management policies, monitors all Subaward expenses, and provides regular updates on Subaward status.
  • Review sub award financial and narrative reports and ensure they align for the reporting period


Subawards Planning and Implementation

  • Provides end-to-end support on Subaward planning, design, awards, implementation and post-Subaward close out
  • With the TechnoServe Awards team, reviews technical and financial proposals from local partner organisations, including negotiating annual budgets, and reviews Subawardee financial expenditure reports for accuracy and adherence to the SOW and budget.
  • Participates in work planning and activity planning to align the Subawards program with overall project activities.
  • Maintains timelines and details required for all Subaward activities;
  • Leads or supports market search and price analysis in coordination with technical staff.
  • Manages the evaluation and selection committee process for Subawardees.
  • Ensures all due diligence is conducted prior to Subaward awards, including environmental compliance.
  • Secures approvals to ensure compliance with internal and external award and policy requirements
  • Prepares Subaward agreements and amendments, explaining terms, conditions, roles, and responsibilities. Ensures that identified weaknesses in initial Subawardee assessments and related requirements are incorporated into the agreements explicitly/clearly with the required monitoring and actions on the part of the Subawardee.
  • Organizes kick-off meetings and apprises Subawardees of the responsibilities, requirements and policies and procedures to be followed during the life of the Subaward.
  • Ensures post award Subaward management in accordance with relevant regulations and generates reports of status of Subaward activities, such as forecasting payment, audit, inventory, amendments, close outs, and sector specific data (i.e. monthly and quarterly reporting).
  • Monitors milestones and payment schedules, with Finance and Technical Teams to ensure on-time deliverables, payments, and cash flow requests.
  • Stays up to date with the latest developments in Subawards management, particularly as it pertains to Subawards to private sector actors.


Compliance:

  • Provides training, guidance, and direction to project staff on planning, implementation, and compliance of sub-award and Subawards policies, procedures, and instructions, specifically their role in the process.
  • Reviews Subawards for completeness and appropriateness with the work plan.
  • Ensures all required documentation is stored in required TechnoServe systems.
  • Monitors sub-award and Subaward milestones and requests for payments against Subaward agreements to ensure compliance. Provide regular milestone updates to internal stakeholders such as the Award team.
  • Trains on and enforces policies and procedures to prevent improprieties, intentional and unintentional.
  • Leads an annual audit of Subaward and sub-award files

Management:

  • Providing ongoing training, guidance, and direction to project technical on planning, implementation, and compliance of Subawards and sub-award policies, procedures, and instructions.
  • Ensures that policies, procedures, and/or practices are being met.
  • Work closely with Finance and Admin team to develop clear process flow documents and templates to support the team in determining appropriate instruments for partnership engagement
  • Provides quality control on all documentation required with various departments i.e. technical, Subawards, and finance.
  • Review newly awarded contracts, Subawards, and cooperative agreements advise teams on donor terms and conditions to support project implementation and compliance.
  • Prepare and disseminate Award Management Summaries, including coordinating with the project team to capture relevant project implementation detail as it relates to compliance.
  • Develop and review sub-agreements in accordance with prime agreements and their respective flow-down provisions.
  • Ensure donor milestones are completed and recorded, sub recipient monitoring is conducted and recorded, and closeout reports are completed and documented.
  • Prepare or review requests for donor approvals and modifications such as no-cost extensions, changes in key personnel, changes in the scope of work and program add-ons, and budget realignments.
  • Monitor award closeout process and assist program/country staff in collecting necessary close-out documents in accordance with TechnoServe and SIDA Develop donor-specific close plans for use by country staff.
  • Complete other tasks as assigned
  • Coordinate closely with other staff on partnerships requiring contracts or other procurement instruments


Basic Qualifications:

  • At least 5 years’ professional experience in Subawards or contracts management for a large-scale, complex international development assistance program. 7 years’ experience for Bachelor’s degree.
  • Progressively responsible work experience in managing Subawards as outlined in this job description.
  • Understanding of different partnership modalities (including MOUs, Subawards, sub-awards, and sub-contracts) that will include a mix of private sector, government, civil society and NGO partnerships.
  • Experience working with local organisations in Rwanda preferred
  • Knowledge of development issues in the program regions, ability to travel and work in the field with administrative and subject area specialists.
  • Experience working with major donors (SIDA, USAID, FCDO, etc) is preferred.

Required Languages: Kinyarwanda and English Fluency Required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organised
  • Able to thrive in a dynamic team environment

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe’s vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.

We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.

If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at TechnoServe please contact the Human Resources at recruitment@tns.org or call +1 202 785 4515.

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Director of internal audit at Central University Hospital Of Butare (CHUB) Under Statute :Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

1. Prepare annual audit plan: -Carry out risk assessment of all the auditable areas; -Make a list of all the engagement plans to be carried out throughout the year with their estimated time schedule; -Compile all the relevant gathered information in one document; 2. Carrying out Financial Review(Monthly and Quarterly): -Ensure monthly Review of the statement of Financial position; -Ensure monthly Review of the statement of Revenues and Expenditures; -Ensure monthly Review of the monthly statement of cash flow. 3. Carrying out systems audit: -Assess whether current controls are adequate to identify risks and provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management practices; -Help management to improve efficiencyand to ensure that governance, risk management and internal control systems are operating efficiently and effectively; -Reviewing the existing and new information systems to assess the quality of controls and the relevance and reliability of the systems output. 4. Carrying out compliance audits (semi- annually): -Examine adherence to any policy, contractual, regulatory and legislative requirements; -Ensure whether internal rules and regulations if any are adhered to; -Evaluate whether procurement laws and procedures are followed. N.B:Holding a professional certification in internal audit(Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an added advantage.




Qualifications

    • 1

      Master’s Degree in Finance with CPA/CPFA/CPFM intermediate level /ACCA Foundation Level (Completion of ACCA Applied Skills papers)

      1 Years of relevant experience


    • 2

      Master’s Degree in Accounting with CPA/CPFA/CPFM intermediate level /ACCA Foundation Level (Completion of ACCA Applied Skills papers)

      1 Years of relevant experience


    • 3

      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting /Finance/ Economics/ Management with at least foundation level one of CPA/CIA/CPFA/CPFM

      3 Years of relevant experience


    • 4

      Bachelors’ Degree in Management with Professional Qualification recognized by IFAC (ACCA, CPA)

      3 Years of relevant experience


    • 5

      master’s degree in Management with a CPA intermediate level /ACCA Fondation Level ( Competion of ACCA Aplied Skills Papers), Or CPFA/CPFM

      1 Years of relevant experience


    • 6

      master’s degree in Economics with a CPA intermediate level /ACCA Fondation Level ( Competion of ACCA Aplied Skills Papers), Or CPFA/CPFM

      1 Years of relevant experience


    • 7

      Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance with CPA/CPFA/CPFM intermediate level /ACCA Foundation Level (Completion of ACCA Applied Skills papers) with three (3) years of relevant working experience

      3 Years of relevant experience


  • 8

    Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, with CPA intermediate level or ACCA foundation level (Completion of ACCA Applied skills papers), of CPFA/CPFM

    3 Years of relevant experience


Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Integrity

    • 2
      Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

    • 3
      Accountability

    • 4
      Professionalism

    • 5
      Proficiency in financial management systems

  • 6
    Knowledge of the legal and institutional framework of Rwanda’s public finance management

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4 Laboratory Technologist/TB at Central University Hospital Of Butare (CHUB) Under Contract: Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

1. Coordinate the Implementation of pathology quality standards. Perform laboratory analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, stool, sputum, CSF and other biological samples  Perform and document quality control of all tests performed in service  Enter data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for laboratory information system  Establish and monitor programs to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results  Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment  Process and report specimens in a timely and efficient manor  Monitor room and fridge temperature  Make sure working environment is clean and free of clutters  To respect safety rules and procedures and able to work in any assigned task performed in laboratory department  Perform and sterilize all laboratory reusable material, culture media and others  Clean, dry and sterilize laboratory material that need sterilization




Qualifications

    • 1.Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Science

      5 Years of relevant experience


    • 2.Advanced Diploma in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences

      5 Years of relevant experience


    • 3

      Advanced Diploma (A1) in Medical Laboratory Technology with a registration certificate and a valid license to practice laboratory by council in Rwanda

      5 Years of relevant experience


    • 4

      Bachelor’s Degree in Bio-Medical Laboratory Sciences with a registration certificate and a valid license to practice laboratory by council in Rwanda

      3 Years of relevant experience


    • 5

      Bachelor’s Degree in Laboratory Sciences with a registration certificate and a valid license to practice laboratory by council in Rwanda

      3 Years of relevant experience


    • 6

      Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology with a registration certificate and a valid license to practice laboratory by council in Rwanda

      3 Years of relevant experience


  • 7

    advanced diploma in Bio-Medical Laboratory Sciences with a registration certificate and a valid license to practice laboratory by council in Rwanda

    5 Years of relevant experience



Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1.Integrity

    • 2.Inclusiveness

    • 3.Accountability

    • 4
      Communication

    • 5
      Teamwork

    • 6
      Professionalism

    • 7.Knowledge of the Laboratory testing methods, practices and processes equipment’s technology for HIV, TB, Malaria, infectious diseases and high tech protocol in research that need high throughput work intuitive biosafety levels 2, 3 and 4 levels of highly infectious pathogens

  • 8.Knowledge in diagnosis of disease based on the laboratory analysis of bodily fluids

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Accountant at Nyamasheke District Under Contract :Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

Daily Control of the revenues received by the principal cashier and whether all money is recorded in cash book and deposited in the bank account Payments of the received requests (Invoices from Suppliers, salaries and related benefits) in finance Recording of Financial transactions in Hospital the books of accounts Filling and reporting of Financial Statements Develop the budget project quarterly and annual of hospital Follow up finance transactions and reporting system Comply with taxes declaration regulations Perform other related duties as required by his/her supervisor




Qualifications

    • 1

      Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 2

      Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

      0 Year of relevant experience


  • 3

    Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with a foundation level one of CPA/CIA/CPFA/CPFM/ACCA (Applied Knowledge of ACCA) or Stage two of CAT/ API Certificate

    0 Year of relevant experience



Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Problem solving skills

    • 2
      Decision making skills

    • 3
      Time management skills

    • 4
      Risk management skills

    • 5
      Results oriented

    • 6
      Digital literacy skills

    • 7
      Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

    • 8
      Knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and auditing standards (Such as IPSAS, IFRS; ISSAs)

    • 9
      Proficiency in financial management systems

  • 10
    Resources management skills

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IT/MIS officer at Nyamasheke District Under Statute: Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

– Maintain and update the MIS of the District; – Maintain and update, in collaboration with the Land Survey/GIS Officer, the link between the MIS and GIS systems; – Carry out data analysis in GIS and survey of properties; – Support the construction review team in MIS analysis; – Provide data, in collaboration with the Land Survey/GIS Officer, for solving land related issues, expropriation and Government land sales or leasing.


Qualifications

    • 1

      Degree in Geography

      0 Year of relevant experience


  • 2

    Bachelor’s Degree in Topography with a specialization in remote sensing and GIS

    0 Year of relevant experience



    Required competencies and key technical skills

      • 1
        Decision making skills

      • 2
        Computer Skills

      • 3
        Excellent Communication Skills

      • 4
        Team working Skills

      • 5
        Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

      • 6
        Very effective organization skills

    • 7
      High analytical and problem solving skills

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9 Job Positions of Social Worker A2 at Nyamasheke District Under Statute : Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

Handle employee and customer complaints or requests Ensure all registers have the correct amount of cash at all times and resolving price checks for customers Coordinate the collection of revenues on daily basis from health facility clients/patient and deposits to the bank account Check Receipts Filling of consultations, medicines, complementary tests, etc Count cash to ensure daily cash balances in the cash register Issue receipts, refunds, discounts Perform other related duties as required by his/her supervisor




Qualifications

    • 1

      Advanced Diploma in Social Work

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 2

      Advanced diploma in Social Studies

      0 Year of relevant experience


  • 3

    A2 In Social Work

    0 Year of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      ADVOCACY for individual client skills

    • 2
      Integrity skills

  • 3
    Cooperation skills

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Archivist at Nyamasheke District Under Statute: Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

– File physical and electronic documents of the One Stop Centre; – Maintain an effective cataloguing and indexing of files and regularly update the OSC’s database; – Classify and store other relevant documents of the OSC; – Trace and avail land files for exploitation by technicians of the OSC as need arises; – Issue land file copies to the owner whose original ones are lost in accordance with applicable laws, regulations & procedures; – Store and take care of deed plans and any other relevant documents approved by OSC.




Qualifications

    • 1
      Advanced Diploma in Secretarial Studies

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 2
      Advanced Diploma in Office Management

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 3
      Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 4
      Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 5
      Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 6
      Advanced Diploma in Library and Information Science

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 7
      Bachelor’s Degree in Bibliotheconomy

      0 Year of relevant experience


  • 8
    Advanced Diploma in Bibliotheconomy

    0 Year of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1.Organizational and planning skills

    • 2.Knowledge of archive management software

    • 3.Knowledge of integrated document management

    • 4.Communication skills

    • 5.Interpersonal skills

    • 6.Bookkeeping skills

    • 7.Organizational Skills

    • 8.Report writing & Presentation Skills

  • 9.Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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2 Job positions of Accountant A1 Nyamasheke District Under Statute:Deadline: Jul 25, 2024

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Job responsibilities

Daily Control of the revenues received by the principal cashier and whether all money is recorded in cash book and deposited in the bank account Payments of the received requests (Invoices from Suppliers, salaries and related benefits) in finance Recording of Financial transactions in Hospital the books of accounts Filling and reporting of Financial Statements Develop the budget project quarterly and annual of hospital Follow up finance transactions and reporting system Comply with taxes declaration regulations Perform other related duties as required by his/her supervisor




Qualifications

    • 1
      Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 2
      Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 3
      Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with Post Graduate Diploma in PFM; IPSAS or PFM or API Certificate

      0 Year of relevant experience


    • 4
      Advance Diploma (Al) in Accounting

      0 Year of relevant experience


  • 5
    Advanced Diploma in Public Finance

    0 Year of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Resource management skills

    • 2
      Analytical skills

    • 3
      Problem solving skills

    • 4
      Decision making skills

    • 5
      Time management skills

    • 6
      Results oriented

    • 7.Digital literacy skills

    • 8.Knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and auditing standards (Such as IPSAS, IFRS; ISSAs)

    • 9.Proficiency in financial management systems

    • 10. Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French. Knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage

  • 11. Risk management skills

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Itangazo rigenewe abanyamakuru: Iby’ibanze byavuye mu matora rusange y’Abadepite.

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Ibicishije kurukuta rwayo rwa X, NEC igeneye abanyamakuru itangazo ku by’ibanze byavuye mu matora rusange y’Abadepite.👇👇

Kanda hano urebe iri itangazo kurukuta rwa X rwa NEC











The list of markers selected to mark the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) for the 2023/2024 academic year

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The list of markers selected to mark the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) for the 2023/2024 academic year is out.

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Markers for the 2023/2024 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) are also requested to report to the marking centers on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Click here to check for the full list 











Rwanda Operations Coordinator at One Acre Fund | Kigali: Deadline: 28-07-2024

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About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.


About the Role

You will handle critical aspects of department data management, including distribution impact data and donor requirements. You will be directly tied to our goal of planting 250 million trees by 2030 by reaching over 1 million farmers each year. It also involves supporting specific donor requirements in specific districts. You will also help to plan the annual tree campaign and coordinate mobilization efforts across 27 districts. You will report directly to the tree campaign lead.40% of your time will be spent in the field and 60% in the office.

Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Coordinate 2-3 projects and support projects from the department pipeline
  • Coordinate projects aimed at meeting specific department donor requirements
  • Lead the implementation of projects to maximize impact per farmer and support innovations in the team’s operations process

Tree Campaign Support

  • Support campaign planning and local government engagements for tree distribution
  • Engage and manage main districts to gain support and participation
  • Collaborate with field coordinators to ensure necessary approvals and tree distribution plans
  • Procure all necessary materials for distribution and ensure quality


Maximize Tree Impact

  • Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) efforts to gather data for recommendations
  • Coordinate initiatives to maximize campaign efficiency and pursue distribution models
  • Support campaign post-mortems and operational improvements

Data Management

  • Develop and implement data reporting tools and automated dashboards
  • Provide recommendations to improve department effectiveness

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.


Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

  • At least a Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of experience in operations roles
  • Data analysis skills (i.e. Google Sheets advanced formulas, Statistical software like R or Python),
  • Experience working with external partners
  • English proficiency is required for this role

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Application Link

https://grnh.se/b55196db1us

Application Deadline

28 July 2024

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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Sales Manager at Kivu Choice Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 16-08-2024

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Job Title: Sales Manager

Department: Sales

Reports to: Commercial Director

Location: National

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Start date: As soon as possible


About Kivu Choice:

Kivu Choice is a vertically integrated Aquaculture company based in Rwanda with associated feed mill, hatchery, cage production, distribution, and sales outlets. Founded in late 2021, and now producing over 500 thousand fish meals a month, we are Africa’s fastest growing fish farm and the largest protein producer in Rwanda.


About the Role

A Sales Manager will ensure that our network of branches meets sales targets, adheres to compliance, enhances brand visibility, and expands branch networks nationwide. This vital role supports our mission to provide everyone with access to affordable protein in the assigned region.

What you will do:

  • Ensuring branches meet their objectives: sales and compliance
  • Creating plan with Commercial Director and sales team to meet targets across branches network and other local sales channels.
  • Responsible for branch network expansion
  • Implementing marketing and sales strategies
  • Reporting on the performance of each region to the management
  • Suggesting changes to implementation plans and ensure that branches achieve more with less spending
  • Ensure that branches comply on inventory management and SOPs

Description of tasks

Responsible for sales performance metrics across the branch network

  • Recruit the branch team with the help of HR and Commercial Director
  • Supporting domestic sales team in planning for their monthly/quarterly objectives
  • Monitoring performance and change plans if necessary
  • Monitoring the performance of the domestic sales team against objectives
  • Promoting the best regional sales supervisors and branch teams to reward best performing teams.
  • Managing the journey plans of the Regional Supervisors and motivating them to reach new heights
  • Building a passionate and outstanding sales team to ensure high performance
  • Cultivating an extraordinary results-driven culture among the sales teams

Responsible for expanding the branch network.

  • Identify and recommend new areas for expansion
  • With help of logistics team, map out delivery strategy to new branches.

Responsible for implementing marketing activities in collaboration with the marketing team and commercial management

  • Propose different marketing activities that are relevant to promoting branches
  • Work with marketing team in implementing marketing strategies


Responsible for the operations at the area

  • Consolidating information on the sales performance and operations
  • Setting targets and objectives for Regional Sales Supervisors and branches team, and review performance on monthly/quarterly basis.
  • Creating monthly plans based on targets, and overall strategy as set by the Management.
  • Creating budgets in line with monthly and quarterly plans
  • Coaching sales team to become better leaders

Job Requirements:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have at least 4 years of work experience
  • Possess senior managerial experience, preferably in retail, with field and operations expertise.
  • Willingness to spend most of your time in the field supporting teams.
  • Good motivational skills and enthusiasm
  • Experience in project management
  • Possess strong business acumen, data analytics skills, and exceptional critical thinking abilities.
  • Committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience, going the extra mile comes naturally to you
  • Possess extensive experience in team leadership, thriving on managing conflicts and people, and achieving success by guiding others toward a common goal without handling every task personally
  • Having a proven track record of independently meeting targets
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must be a strong communicator, proficient in writing reports and addressing issues as needed
  • Must be self-driven and motivated to meet targets, with proven ability to achieve goals independently and as a leader, demonstrating initiative without waiting for direction
  • Embodying the mission and vision of Kivu Choice
  • Fluent in English with excellent verbal communication, listening, and phone skills


Submitting your application

  • If you are interested in this position, prepare the following:
  1. Job application letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  3. Copy of your academic documents
  4. Copy of your passport or ID
  • How to apply: send all the required documents to our email address: recruiting@kivuchoice.com
  • Submission Deadline: Friday, 16th August 2024.
  • We will be reviewing and interviewing applications as per submissions.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Done at Kigali, Rwanda on 16th July 2024

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Accounting & Tax Advisory Team Lead at Visions Africa Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 16-08-2024

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Job Description for experienced Accounting & Tax Advisory Team Lead

About Us:

Here at Visions Africa, we are serving clients locally & internationally who seek high quality accounting & tax advisory solutions.

We aim to provide our clients with the solutions that they need and with the confidence that we are on top of our knowledge in accounting, tax and customer service.

Our mission is to build an accounting firm in Rwanda, and beyond which serves clients on a global level with a specific focus on Rwanda and Switzerland and other selective markets.

By building a successful accounting firm you are part of contributing to the firm’s and your own success and reputation. With Visions Africa you are invited to shape the direction of the company to become a preferred employer in Rwanda who can attract the best talent in accounting services.

To learn more about our culture, values and how you can be a part of the team by giving outstanding services to clients globally, please visit us here! https://visionsafrica.com/about-us/


What we offer:

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Guaranteed growth for interested individuals
  • Regular team events, internal trainings and external trainings which are part of our efforts to continuously learn and improve
  • Medical insurance for you and up to 3 dependents
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Performance Bonus

What we’re looking for:

You will play a pivotal role at Visions Africa in delivering high-quality accounting and tax advisory services while ensuring compliance with tax laws. Building enduring client relationships through regular communication, industry participation, and networking will be central to your responsibilities. Understanding client needs and recommending appropriate services will be crucial in this role.

You will contribute to enhancing service quality across the company through training initiatives and internal reviews. Staying updated with tax laws in Rwanda and client countries is essential. Additionally, you will customize services to enhance client satisfaction and contribute to broader company improvements in service delivery, processes, and staff engagement.

At Visions Africa, you will have opportunities to influence service offerings and specializations that align with company goals and your expertise. Demonstrating leadership through personal and team-based goal achievement, as well as meeting KPIs, will be integral to your contribution.

In this role, you will be responsible for forming and leading your own team of accountants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to grow and contribute their expertise in a leadership capacity.

This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of Visions Africa in the accounting & tax advisory domain, leveraging your expertise and leadership skills.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Accounting & tax advisory services.
  • Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Build and maintain client relationships through communication and networking.
  • Improve service quality through training, internal quality reviews, and continuous improvement.
  • Manage billing processes and collections efficiently.
  • Customize products and services to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Support strategic development of service offerings (we enable specializations depending on the needs of the business and your preferences).
  • Set and achieve individual/team revenue targets and KPIs.
  • Conduct research, develop memos, best practices, and training materials on accounting & tax topics.
  • Lead complex accounting clean-up and rectification projects.
  • Provide advisory mandates for clients on accounting and tax-related topics.
  • Handle tax disputes with RRA.
  • Manage internal project budgets.
  • Prepare accurate financial reports and provide insights.
  • Lead special assignments ensuring error-free and timely deliverables.
  • Stay updated with industry trends, tax laws, and best practices.


About You:

  • You are a qualified CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA
  • You have at least 4 years of experience in accounting, tax and audit to handle client engagements at a high level of quality
  • You have strong communication skills (English, French is beneficial) to handle all levels of complex communication situations
  • You have strong ERP knowledge of major ERP softwares (Odoo, SAP, NetSuite etc.) as we serve our clients in the most efficient way possible with most up to date technical tools

Application Link: Click here to apply

Deadline: August 16th, 2024

Career Development Plan:

At this stage of your career, you are a manager and team leader. You are organizationally responsible for your team’s success in terms of people, clients, technical skills and revenues, and you proactively shape the success of the organization.

Step-by-step you build a team which consists of 5-8 staff members over the next years.

You prove yourself as a valuable asset to the company by developing new client mandates, assisting in sales, and marketing activities to promote yourself and Visions Africa as an outstanding accounting firm.

The goal of your work is to become a recognized leader and coach for your team and to build future talent on the technical and managerial side.

In addition to your daily responsibilities, you are cultivating strengths that can be leveraged to create specialized offerings for our clients, tailored to specific industries or service needs.

Note: This JD is indicative but not limited to the roles and responsibilities mentioned. There may be additions, changes or both as per changing needs.











Commis – Pastry at Mantis Epic Hotel and Suites | Nyagatare :Deadline: 20-07-2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION Commis – Pastry

DEPARTMENT Kitchen

RESPONSIBLE FOR cooks, commis and Stewards, bakers

REPORTS TO Sous Chef

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

To actively take part in the production of the highest possible Pastries and food quality in the delegated Pastry section at all times. Make sure all production is carried out in line with appropriate food portion control, the department guidelines, and service concepts in accordance with HACCP policies and procedure.


TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, insuring proper plate presentation
  • Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes
  • Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
  • Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
  • Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
  • Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
  • Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
  • Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
  • Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
  • Sets up for lunch and dinner by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and all reservations
  • Adheres to Hospitality standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation
  • Orders adequate supplies for own section, and sets up “mis-en-place” for section
  • Supervises the proper set-up of each item on menus and insures their readiness
  • Works with Chefs to ensure seasoning, portions, and appearance of food
  • Stores unused pastries and food properly
  • Ensures that pastries and food from own section is delivered on time
  • Follows proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices
  • Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last-minute changes to reservations
  • Maintains an exact record of preparation, cooking and presentation specifications of all dishes produced in the section in a file which is kept at the section at all times for reference
  • Confers closely with the Sous Chef and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of his or her position, in order to be ready to fill in whenever required
  • Co-ordinates job tasks with staff in own section
  • Helps employees to achieve optimum quality
  • Knows how to follow applicable laws regarding food safety and sanitation
  • Strong knowledge of pastry department is added advantage


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 Sous Chef
  • Checks the restaurant reservations regularly
  • Attends meetings and training required by the Sous Chef
  • 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
    • Union agreements
  • Responsible Business: show involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in Responsible Business hotel and departmental activities


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Advanced Diploma (A1) in Pastry, Culinary Arts, or other related field with a minimum 5 years working experience in the field.

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)
  • 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 20th July 2024 at 04.00 pm.

Done at Nyagatare, on the 15th July 2024

Dr. Christopher A. MUYOBOKE (PhD)

Human Resource Manager – Mantis –EPIC Hotel and Suites











Sous Chef Mantis Epic Hotel and Suites | Nyagatare :Deadline: 20-07-2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION Sous Chef

DEPARTMENT Food & Beverage

RESPONSIBLE FOR Chef de Partie

REPORTS TO Executive Chef

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

To assist the Executive Chef in the supervision of kitchen production, and to participate in the food production. Ensures that the function provides the highest food quality consistent with cost control and profitability margins; hence maximise guest satisfaction and food profitability. All work is carried out in line with the hotel’s guidelines, the departmental business plan, and corporate guidelines, and service concepts.


TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

TO ASSIST THE EXECUTIVE CHEF AND PARTICIPATE IN PRODUCTION TO ENSURE FOOD OPERATIONS PROVIDE THE HIGHEST FOOD QUALITY

  • Ensures the highest food quality appropriate to the market by assisting the Executive Chef in all areas of kitchen operations
  • Adheres to the Hotels standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation
  • Ensures proper staffing and adequate supplies for all stations
  • Supervises the proper set-up of each item on menus and insures their readiness
  • Oversees the seasonings, portions, and appearance of food service in the operation
  • Stores unused food properly to minimise waste and maximise quality
  • Assists in budgetary and payroll expense control as required
  • Works closely with Chefs to ensure correct preparation and delivery times are kept and food quality is maintained
  • Assures proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices are followed
  • Assists Executive Chef in checking and ordering fresh products and dry storage items required by kitchen
  • Encourages increased communication between kitchen production and service staff
  • Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last minute changes to reservations
  • Confers closely and regularly with the Executive Chef and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of his or her position, in order to be ready to fill in whenever required

SUPERVISE FOOD PRODUCTION STAFF, AND STEWARD FUNCTION

  • Supervises all food production staff, and the steward function
  • Utilises supervisory skills and motivation to maximise employee productivity and satisfaction
  • Helps employees to achieve optimum quality while minimising cost

LAWS, REGULATIONS AND POLICIES

  • Monitors and helps staff to follow all applicable laws, especially in regards to food safety and sanitation


HEALTH AND SAFETY

  • Adheres to all health, sanitation and food safety rules and regulations, and makes sure all staff adheres to these
  • Ensures that all potential and real hazards are reported and reduced immediately
  • Fully understands the hotel’s fire, emergency, and bomb procedures
  • Ensures that emergency procedures are practised and enforced to provide for the security and safety of guests and employees
  • Ensures that employees work in a safe manner that does not harm or injure self or others
  • Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions and either corrects them or takes action to prevent them from happening
  • Checks that the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, appropriate uniform, appearance, and conduct is maintained by all employees in the department

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Social Responsible Business: show involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in social Responsible Business hotel and departmental activities
  • Suggests changes to menus, to reflect local, seasonal and national trends
  • Monitors industry trends and recommends appropriate changes in menus and preparation techniques to maintain the competitive status
  • Recommends better preparation procedures to the Executive Chef
  • Checks the restaurant reservations regularly
  • Attends meetings and training required by the Executive Chef
  • 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; reports defective materials and equipment to the Executive Chef
  • 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
    • Union agreements


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 3 years working experience in the field.
  • Advanced Diploma (A1) in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, other related field with a minimum 5 years working experience in the field.

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)
  • 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 20 July 2024 at 04.00 pm.

Done at Nyagatare, on the 15th July, 2024

Christopher A. MUYOBOKE (PhD)

Human Resource Manager- Mantis –EPIC Hotel and Suites











Personnel Officer at Mantis Epic Hotel and Suites | Nyagatare : Deadline: 20-07-2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION Personnel Officer

DEPARTMENT HRM

RESPONSIBLE FOR All staff

REPORTS TO HR Manager

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

The primary responsibility of personnel involves functions such as recruitment, training, payroll, and health and safety at work. The personnel officer will carry out personnel administration such as payroll management, filling and personnel development, and will be responsible for appointing, dismissing and managing employees. The personnel officer uses HR marketing instruments to manage vacancies, recruits new candidates for open vacancies, and looks after most of the onboarding of new colleagues and to find optimum working conditions, and are significantly involved in optimizing the working environment.


TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Recruiting new staff for the new available positions and or filling gaps for those who have resigned or dismissed following staff recruitment policy
  • Making sure that staff get paid correctly and on time
  • Managing pensions and benefits administration including tips and gratuities
  • Approving job descriptions and advertisements before adverts are published
  • looking after the health, safety and welfare of all employees
  • Organizing staff training in all departments and filling proper reports
  • Monitoring staff performance and attendance and its documentation
  • Advising line managers and other employees on employment law and the employer’s own employment policies and procedures
  • Ensuring candidates have the right to work at the organisation
  • Advising on disciplinary and employee performance problems
  • negotiating salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages with staff and trade union representatives.
  • Ensuring proper and efficient staff files are complete and well documented for any audit
  • Be able to plan, organize and handle or monitor trainings


HEALTH AND SAFETY

  • Adheres to all health and 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 hand in hand with other departments 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 of all employees
  • Report to the HR manager any incident or possible signs of health and safety issues
  • Shows involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in Responsible Business hotel and departmental activities

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or related field with at least 4 years’ experience in the same position
  • Additional HR certification is an added advantage
  • Having a great proven knowledge and skills in compensation and other benefits management
  • Proven knowledge and skills of filling and documentation
  • Having Proven knowledge and skills of recruitment and performance appraisal


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)
  • 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 20th July 2024 at 04.00 pm.

Done at Nyagatare, on the 15th July 2024

Dr. Christopher A. MUYOBOKE (PhD)

Human Resource Manager – Mantis –EPIC Hotel and Suites

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Chef de Partie – Pastry at Mantis Epic Hotel and Suites | Nyagatare: Deadline: 20-07-2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION Chef de Partie – Pastry

DEPARTMENT Kitchen

RESPONSIBLE FOR cooks, commis and Stewards, bakers

REPORTS TO Sous Chef

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

To contribute to the production of the highest possible Pastries and food quality in the delegated Pastry section at all times, and to co-ordinate and be responsible for staff in the delegated section. 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

  • Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, insuring proper plate presentation
  • Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes
  • Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
  • Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
  • Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
  • Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
  • Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
  • Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
  • Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards
  • Sets up for lunch and dinner by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and all reservations
  • Adheres to Hospitality standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation
  • Orders adequate supplies for own section, and sets up “mis-en-place” for section
  • Supervises the proper set-up of each item on menus and insures their readiness
  • Works with Chefs to ensure seasoning, portions, and appearance of food
  • Stores unused pastries and food properly
  • Ensures that pastries and food from own section is delivered on time
  • Follows proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices
  • Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last minute changes to reservations
  • Maintains an exact record of preparation, cooking and presentation specifications of all dishes produced in the section in a file which is kept at the section at all times for reference
  • Confers closely with the Sous Chef and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of his or her position, in order to be ready to fill in whenever required
  • Co-ordinates job tasks with staff in own section
  • Helps employees to achieve optimum quality
  • Knows how to follow applicable laws regarding food safety and sanitation
  • Strong knowledge of pastry department is added advantage


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 Sous Chef
  • Checks the restaurant reservations regularly
  • Attends meetings and training required by the Sous Chef
  • 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
    • Union agreements
  • 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 3 years working experience in the field.
  • Advanced Diploma (A1) in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, other related field with a minimum 5 years working experience in the field.

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)
  • 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 20th July 2024 at 04.00 pm.

Done at Nyagatare, on the 15th, July 2024

Dr. Christopher A. MUYOBOKE (PhD)

Human Resource Manager – Mantis –EPIC Hotel and Suites

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