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Programme Associate (SAMS) at World Food Programme (WFP) | Karongi : Deadline: 08-05-2024

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Career Opportunities: Programme Associate (SAMS), Karongi, SC6 (832689)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.


POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Programme Associate (SAMS), SC 6

Type of Contract: Service Contract (SC)

Contract Level: SC 6

Duty Station: Karongi Field Office, Rwanda

Duration: 1 year (renewable) depending on performance and availability of funds

Application Deadline: 8th May 2024

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. WFP Rwanda works in partnership with the Government and other stakeholders through the direct implementation of integrated programmes targeting the most vulnerable people and will progressively shift towards building national capacity to formulate, manage and implement programmes for achieving zero hunger. In implementing its activities, WFP will bridge the humanitarian–development nexus and leverage its extensive experience and the contributions it has made in Rwanda over many decades to achieve four strategic outcomes outlined in the WFP Country Strategic Plan (CSP).

To that effect, activities under the Food Systems umbrella are mainly coordinated through the Smallholder Agricultural Market Support (SAMS) Unit. Given the multi-dimensional nature of food systems, WFP Rwanda takes a private-sector focused approach, in line with government strategies to ensure sustainable systemic change across the agricultural sector.

SAMS activities are implemented in partnership with a diverse group of stakeholders, including government line ministries and subnational institutions, NGO partners (local and international), financial service providers (UNCDF, banks and micro-finance institutions), value chain service providers such input providers, aggregators, and logistics providers, as well as food-commodity traders, processors, and commodity exchanges.


JOB PURPOSE

To provide specialized and technical support for various WFP-specific interventions, including Shora Neza, JP-RWEE, Conservation Agriculture initiatives, and FTMA. The position requires close collaboration with field staff from Cooperating Partners (NGO partners) to track and assess progress effectively. Additionally, the role involves diligently filling process monitoring tools and recording relevant data to ensure comprehensive documentation of program activities.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide effective specialized support and technical analyses to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive)

Under the general supervision of the head of field office, and direct/technical supervision of the National Programme Policy Officer (SAMS unit), the Programme Associate will be responsible for providing effective specialized support and technical analyses to policy and Programme activities linked to smallholder farmers support within the delegated authority including (but not limited to):

The incumbent is tasked with providing specialized and technical support, documenting, and evaluating the performance of WFP SAMS initiatives involving farmers’ organizations, cooperatives, and individual Farmer Service Centers (FSCs). Beyond routine follow-ups and performance recording, the role demands a nuanced understanding of the private sector’s role within the agricultural sector. The Programme Associate should leverage this understanding to recommend strategic interventions that contribute to enhancing smallholder farmers’ productivity, improving market access, and overall performance. These recommendations should be informed by insights gained through the continuous monitoring of field-level activities and performances.


ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of various activities linked to SHF support and processes at the field office level, supporting alignment with wider programme policies and guidelines.
  2. Act as the focal point for all SHF-related field activities, in close consultation with the WFP country office and SHF unit.
  3. Provide specialized support to SHF operations and programmes to ensure that the various activities are performed within the established targets following WFP’s policies and procedures in the following areas:
    • Conduct needs assessments of target SHFs, using standardized tools and approaches.
    • Facilitate participating farmer organizations and farmer-friendly aggregation entities to access agricultural services by coordinating with key value chain stakeholders on the ground.
    • Facilitate linkages of cooperatives to private sector entities for access to post-harvest handling equipment
    • Assist cooperatives and other aggregation entities to adhere to terms of forward delivery contracts facilitated by WFP.
    • Conduct training of trainers of partner staff, as well as ensure quality monitoring of all SHF-related capacity building activities.
  4. Within the specific area of responsibility, prepare a range of reports and data analysis (e.g. programme status, performance) and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
  5. Ensure and/or perform accurate, timely recording of data within the specific technical area of work and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
  6. Liaise with internal counterparts across functional units to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
  7. Coordinate and communicate with local partners, agencies, NGOs and sub-national government institutions to perform SHF-related activities in a timely and effective manner.
  8. Support the capacity building of WFP staff, and cooperating partners involved in implementing WFP supported activities related to smallholder farmers.
  9. Act as a point of contact for resolution of a range of operational queries and problems related to SHF support within the geographic area of responsibility.


STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: First University degree or a Post Secondary Certificate in agriculture, Agri business, rural development, or other related fields.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Demonstrates ability to identify key variables and contextual factors that affect Programme implementation throughout the lifecycle to inform quality Programme design or re-design.
  • Demonstrates ability to implement, under guidance, food assistance programmes deploying the full range of transfer modalities with an understanding of basic principles guiding modality selection and implementation.
  • Understands basic technical concepts and data and their relevance to the SAMS portfolio.
  • Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation, and realignment of the programme

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an individual with substantial experience in working with smallholder farmers and small and medium enterprise (SME) development. Focus on different value chains is required, with extensive experience working with value chain actors (including financial institutions, transporters, buyers and processors). Previous experience with WFP or other UN agencies is desirable.


DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

  • Possesses a minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience working in the agriculture sector with a focus on support to smallholder farmers or related area.
  • Has contributed to implementation of programmes
  • Demonstrates a track record of utilizing monitoring and evaluation systems and adhering to established standards.
  • Exhibits familiarity with and willingness to travel and work in remote areas.
  • Brings experience in collaborating with local communities, fostering effective engagement.
  • Additional experience in agribusinesses, private sector engagement, and value chain management would be considered an asset.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

  • Demonstrates ability to identify key variables and contextual factors that affect programme implementation throughout the lifecycle to inform quality programme design or re-design.
  • Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation, and realignment of the programme.
  • Understands and applies basic principles of engagement with private and government counterparts at field level.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation, and realignment of the programme.
  • MS Excel skills (pivot tables and analysis).

Languages

  • Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Fluency in Kinyarwanda

APPLICATION LINK

https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=832689&company=C0000168410P


DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

8th May 2024

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.











Project Manager at Rwanda Youth Development Labs | Kigali : Deadline 08-05-2024

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B. Claire
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Project Manager – Rwanda

ABOUT YLABS

YLabs is a leading global design and research organization designing technologies that amplify youth power, agency, and opportunity. Founded in 2014 at the Harvard Innovation Lab, YLabs partners with young people to co-create inclusive digital products and services that improve their lives. Our design process opens spaces where young people’s ideas can become a reality – where they are the architects of the solutions to their most pressing challenges.

YLabs multidisciplinary team delivers youth-driven innovation and impact at scale. Our team combines expertise in youth-driven design with adolescent health, climate, livelihoods, digital product design, behavioral science, and epidemiology. Based in Rwanda and the USA, we’ve worked in 18 countries to date on projects spanning three focus areas: optimum health and wellness, improved economic opportunity, and increased climate resilience.

Find out more about our projects here: https://www.ylabsglobal.org/work


JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Programs Department and support the management of our portfolio of projects.

In consultation with our Senior Project Managers and Associate Director of Programs, the Project Manager will support the day to day organization of projects, helping to ensure that all project implementation requirements and timelines are on track. They’ll be working with a vibrant, multi-disciplinary team that combines expertise in health, economics, and design.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously. They should have excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members across different locations and cultures. Experience in project coordination or management and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this role.

JOB TYPE

This is a full time, fixed-term position, based in East Africa. This contract will run approximately 15 months, concluding in July, 2025.

LOCATION

This is a remote role, ideally based in East Africa, with preference for Rwanda and Kenya.

Depending on the candidates’ location and position, from time to time, it may be necessary to travel to the nearest YLabs office for in-person meetings, our annual retreat, and/or other miscellaneous events. This travel is fully reimbursed by YLabs.


ABOUT YLABS’ COMPENSATION

YLabs adheres to Project Fair’s principles and standards  to establish equity in pay with the overriding principle of “equal pay for work of equal value” outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals. All salary ranges are based on level within the organization and are competitive to regional and national salary benchmarks, based on the respective office location.

PAY RATE

The pay range for this position is gross 18,700,000 – 23,650,000 RWF per year commensurate with experience for candidates in Rwanda.

This range is regionally benchmarked for a mid-level position in the East-African region. YLabs pays all full-time staff salaries in local currency of the staff member’s permanent work location.

YOU WILL:

Logistics Management – 40%

  • Coordinate travel logistics including flights, venues, vendors, accommodations, visas, etc.
  • Manage stipends and finances during fieldwork.
  • Perform post-travel clean-up, including cash reconciliation.

Contract Execution – 20%

  • Draft and execute Statements of Work (SOW) and support with communication to contractors.
  • Follow up on administrative tasks related to contracts, such as tax documents.

Organization – 15%

  • Conduct clean-up activities on project management tools such as Trello and Google Drive.
  • Approve timesheets as required.

Workshop/Fieldwork Support – 10%

  • Provide assistance and coordination for workshops and fieldwork activities.

Meeting Support – 10%

  • Prepare for structured meetings by organizing materials (e.g., murals, notes).
  • Assist in scheduling internal and external project meetings.
  • Take comprehensive notes during meetings.

Budgeting – 5%

  • Input historical project data into our project management/budgeting software (Kantata) for record-keeping and analysis purposes.
  • Work with Senior Project Managers to effectively manage project budgets.


YOU ARE:

  • A self-starter — able to operate autonomously, while also having the judgment to seek guidance as appropriate and gracefully accept and apply constructive feedback
  • An organization and prioritization pro, who is proactive and flexible. Excited to help implement an innovative program for young people in Rwanda
  • Passionate about YLabs’ mission to design solutions with youth that measurably and meaningfully improve their lives
  • Enthusiastic to work as part of a dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team of designers, public health specialists, writers, and evaluation experts
  • A natural collaborator who understands how to build strong relationships across the organization
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment

YOU HAVE:

  • Prior experience in project coordination and/or management
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable using project management tools (Kantata, Trello etc.)
  • Comfortable working remotely and managing tasks independently
  • Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate different time zones

DESIRABLE:

  • Comfortable or interested in working in sexual reproductive health environment
  • Working fluency in French
  • Experience in logistics and event planning
  • Proficient with modern technology setting and troubleshooting
  • Strong interest in working with young people


APPLICATION PROCESS

This posting will be open from April 23 through May 8, 2024 via the application link here.

Once the application period closes, all applications will be reviewed by our Hiring Committee. YLabs recognizes the effort that goes into submitting an application; all candidates will be notified of their application status once the hiring process begins.

All YLabs offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory background check and criminal record clearances.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

YLabs is committed to building teams and policies that promote equity, justice, and belonging at work.  We strongly encourage people from all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, age, gender, and physical abilities to apply. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, familial status, marital status, caregiver status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Senior Project Officer at International Alert | Kigali : Deadline: 05-05-2024

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B. Claire
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RECRUITMENT NOTICE

Senior Project Officer – Mupaka Shamba Letu II

Job Title

Senior Project Officer

Line Supervisor

Project Manager (Functional manager, based in DRC) and Programme Manager (hierarchical manager, based in Rwanda)

Staff Management

None

Place of work

Kigali – Rwanda, with regular field trips to Rubavu, Rusizi and Nyaruguru districts

Job Classification

Framework for collaboration

Grade

3.2

Duration of the contract

12-month fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal

Salary

Competitive and in line with Alert’s salary grid in Rwanda

International Alert and Mupaka Shamba Letu Project

International Alert (Alert) is an international organisation headquartered in the United Kingdom that works to build peace by working with local civil society organisations through research, advocacy, capacity building, inclusive dialogue and political and civic participation. Alert often works in collaboration with other national and international partners to deliver its projects.

Alert has embarked into the implementation of a second phase of Mupaka Shamba Letu (MSL II) project. In this project, Alert will work with local partners, each of whom will have a long experience of working on issues of cross border trade in the following border regions:

  • Goma (DRC) / Rubavu (Rwanda)
  • Bukavu (DRC) / Rusizi (Rwanda)
  • Uvira (DRC) /Gatumba (Burundi)
  • Kamanyola (DRC) /Bugarama (Rwanda)
  • Akanyaru (Rwanda) / Mparamirundi (Burundi)
  • Nemba (Rwanda) / Kirundo (Burundi)
  • Ruhwa (Rwanda) / Cibitoke (Burundi)

The goal of the project is to Strengthen peace and stability in the Great Lakes region of Africa. The project focuses on strengthening the role that women and youth traders living in these border communities can play in facilitating greater understanding between communities, through cross border trade.

The specific objective of the project is to strengthen the capacities of women and youth small-scale cross-border traders in border areas of DRC, Rwanda, and Burundi to jointly challenge gender dynamics that contribute to conflict in their communities and the wider region and use their influence to promote greater social cohesion and regional cooperation.

Focusing on four border crossing points, the project aims to achieve two key results:

  1. Social cohesion in cross border communities is strengthened by the contribution of private sector actors at various levels
  2. Trade, regional integration and economic development are more inclusive and context sensitive

Purpose of the position

The purpose of this position is to support the implementation of the second phase of the Mupaka Shamba Letu project with the support of partner organizations, Platforms of Cross-Border Traders (PCTs) of Rwanda as well as the private sector federation to strengthen peace, social cohesion and stability in the region.

The Senior Project Officer (SPO) is therefore responsible for the management of the project partners in Rwanda, the implementation of strategic activities and capacity building of local project stakeholders, operational monitoring in the field as well as the collection and feedback of information.

The Senior Project Officer collaborates with Alert’s Admin/Finance and M&E team to ensure proper support for local stakeholders involved in the project and compliance with Alert and donor rules and procedures by implementing partners.

The Senior Project Officer will work under the supervision of the Programme Manager of International Alert Rwanda and in close collaboration with team members in DRC, Rwanda and Burundi.

Job description

1. Contribute to the effective management and implementation of project activities

  • Take the lead on the planning and monitoring of the implementation of Alert’s activities in the Rwanda,
  • Provide guidance and support to implementing partners, MFIs and Platforms of Cross-Border Traders (PCTs) in Rwanda according to their contracts, work plans and project strategies
  • Contribute to the in-depth analysis of needs and context; contribute to the adaptation of the project’s approaches to the context and needs in Rwanda;
  • Participate in relevant coordination mechanisms in the field of cross-border trade, gender promotion and peacebuilding in Rwanda;


2. In collaboration with Alert Rwanda and MSL II project teams, contribute to the establishment and implementation of appropriate systems and procedures for the implementation of the project in Rwanda

  • Support the project partners in Rwanda in respecting and applying the administrative, logistical and financial procedures of Alert and the donors and that they respect the laws in force in Rwanda;
  • Approve the ToR for the activities of the project partners in Rwanda according to the annual plans and budgets approved by Alert;

Contribute to the implementation of the project’s strategic approaches and provide technical expertise

  • Assist Alert and MSL II teams in Rwanda in the management of the project by providing necessary advice in the field of small-scale cross-border trade;
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategy and activities for the inclusion of “conflict and gender sensitivity” in all activities in Rwanda
  • Contribute to the process of identifying and selecting key partners for the implementation of the project in Rwanda;
  • Support the work of consultants and other technical experts in the project in Rwanda;
  • Support participatory engagement (budgeting, prioritization, implementation) between authorities, PCTs and local communities;
  • Ensure the implementation of the various commitments made during the various workshops, forums and strategic meetings in Rwanda

Reporting, monitoring and evaluation of partners based in Rwanda

  • Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
  • Take the lead in ensuring that the narrative and financial reports of the project partners in Rwanda are submitted on time and comply with the rules and procedures of Alert and the donors; give constructive feedback to partner organizations’ activity reports
  • Carry out field visits in Rubavu (Poids Lourd and La Corniche border posts), Rusizi (Rusizi 1&2, Bugarama and Ruhwa border posts) and Nyaruguru (Akanyaru border post) in Rwanda; assist partners in data collection and maintenance of M&E tools;
  • Participate in and support the different types of evaluations and studies to be carried out during the life of the project in Rwanda and participate in the drafting of the annual and final report.

Other Responsibilities – Internal Coordination

  • Contribute to and attend weekly meetings of Alert’s staff in Rwanda for implementation monitoring;
  • Actively participate in project team meetings and other necessary meetings.
  • Participate in internal learning and experience exchange activities;
  • Work closely with the MSL II Project Manager to complete any relevant tasks;

This job description is not a complete list of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position, but a general indication of the duties and responsibilities and will serve as a guide for performing the job. Any other necessary and relevant responsibilities will be assigned under the recommendation of the supervisor, based on the needs of the project/organization





JOB REQUIREMENTS & PROFILE

1. ESSENTIAL

Education and experience

  • Masters’s degree in social sciences, rural development, economics, political science, international relations, law or a similar field must be obtained.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in supervising community recovery, peacebuilding, gender, regional integration projects including monitoring and budget planning.
  • Proven experience of at least 3 years in the field of social cohesion through the economic empowerment of women, women/gender in community processes, youth, traumatic healing, business, in a decision-making position.
  • Experience in economic recovery, VSLAs and cooperatives, financial inclusion, SMEs, working with private sector federations, participatory action research, and strengthening women and youth in decision-making.
  • Substantial professional experience in the implementation of cross-border projects particularly between DRC, Rwanda and Burundi
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain open and non-discriminatory professional relationships with communities, public administrations and representatives of other operational organizations in the project implementation environment.
  • Experience in collaboration and coordination in the development and entrepreneurship sector and in the implementation and monitoring of activities with authorities and stakeholders at local, provincial and national levels.

Knowledge and skills

  • Demonstrate strong personal integrity and know how to enforce the integrity of the organization.
  • Have a sense of fairness and justice, and a high level of organizational loyalty.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in an objective and apolitical manner.
  • Able to develop good interpersonal relationships, and to work in a multidisciplinary environment and in cultural diversity.
  • Perfect command of English required with a professional level in French
  • Good ability in drafting different documents.
  • Be sensitive to the gender approach and have a good understanding of the practical application of this concept.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, strong ability to organize work, manage urgent competing priorities and a high level of autonomy.
  • Proficient in the following software: WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, OUTLOOK and Internet.

Personal suitability

  • Ability to work under pressure and with autonomy while maintaining the ethos of the organization and maintaining the quality of work.
  • Able and willing to make proactive decisions and adapt them when necessary.
  • Ability to tactfully manage conflicts, strong diplomatic communication and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to perform duties independently with minimal technical support.

2. Desirable

  • Substantial professional experience in overseeing projects focused on social cohesion, women’s economic and community empowerment.
  • Have direct skills and experience in facilitating various training workshops, organizing high-level forums and workshops
  • Have direct experience in the execution of projects using a gender-based approach, social cohesion and entrepreneurship.
  • Knowledge of written and spoken English will be considered an advantage as well as the ability to speak the local languages of DRC and Burundi, mainly Swahili and Kirundi.
  • Be methodical and perfectionist, know how to organize your work in particular by respecting priorities and deadlines.
  • Have a practical mind, know how to identify problems and propose alternative solutions that are positive for all concerned, and in a better time.
  • Experience in written reporting of project-related activities.
  • Excellent knowledge of other Microsoft Office products. Good IT knowledge.
  • Commitment to Alert’s approach and values, particularly regarding the needs of conflict-affected populations.
  • Ability to think strategically.




Each application should consist only of the following documents:

  • A cover letter that explains why you are the ideal candidate for the position as well as what has motivated you to apply for the position.
  • A curriculum vitae that clearly respond to the education, experience and essential skills mentioned in the table above.

Application form for the post should be sent by email only no later than 05 May 2024 to Rwanda@international-alert.org . Please mention the following reference in the subject heading of your email: Application for Senior Project Officer position.

Please note that the following:

  • This is a local position.
  • Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you can assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful.”
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Project Officer at International Alert | Kigali : Deadline: 05-05-2024

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B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Project Officer – Mupaka Shamba Letu II Project

Title of post

Project Officer

Reports to

Deputy Project Manager based in Rwanda

Management responsibility

None

Job location

Kigali – Rwanda, with regular field visits to Rusizi, Rubavu and Nyaruguru Districts as well as DRC and Burundi

Grade

4.2

Duration of contract

1 year with possibility of renewal

Type of position

National

International Alert and Mupaka Shamba Letu Project

International Alert (Alert) is an international organisation headquartered in the United Kingdom that works to build peace by working with local civil society organisations through research, advocacy, capacity building, inclusive dialogue and political and civic participation. Alert often works in collaboration with other national and international partners to deliver its projects.

Alert has embarked into the implementation of a second phase of Mupaka Shamba Letu (MSL II) project. In this project, Alert will work with local partners, each of whom will have a long experience of working on issues of cross border trade in 4 border regions:

  • Goma (DRC) / Rubavu (Rwanda)
  • Bukavu (DRC) / Rusizi (Rwanda)
  • Uvira (DRC) /Gatumba (Burundi)
  • Kamanyola (DRC) /Bugarama (Rwanda)
  • Akanyaru (Rwanda) / Mparamirundi (Burundi)
  • Nemba (Rwanda) / Kirundo (Burundi)
  • Ruhwa (Rwanda) / Cibitoke (Burundi)

The goal of the project is to strengthen peace and stability in the Great Lakes region of Africa. The project focuses on strengthening the role that women and youth traders living in these border communities can play in facilitating greater understanding between communities, through cross border trade.

The specific objective of the project is to strengthen the capacities of women and youth small-scale cross-border traders in border areas of DRC, Rwanda, and Burundi to jointly challenge gender dynamics that contribute to conflict in their communities and the wider region and use their influence to promote greater social cohesion and regional cooperation.

Focusing on four border crossing points, the project aims to achieve two key results:

  1. Social cohesion in cross border communities is strengthened by the contribution of private sector actors at various levels,
  2. Trade, regional integration and economic development are more inclusive and context sensitive.

Job purpose

The purpose of this position is to support the implementation of the second phase of the Mupaka Shamba Letu project by accompanying a partner organization and the Platform of Cross-Border Traders (PCT) operating in Gisenyi in Rubavu, Kamembe and Bugarama in Rusizi and Akanyaru in Nyaruguru; and by working with the private sector federation to strengthen peace, social cohesion and stability in the region.

The Project Officer (PO) supports the project partners working in Rwanda in the implementation of key project activities and capacity building of local project actors, operational monitoring in the field as well as information collection and feedback. The Project Officer will work under the supervision of the Deputy Project Manager based in Rwanda as well as with the Communication and Advocacy Officer.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Support the implementation of project activities

  • Participate in the various planning sessions of the project activities and in their implementation in Rwanda.
  • Monitor the implementation of the activities of an implementing partner and Platforms of Cross-Border Traders (PCT) in Rwanda according to their contracts, work plan and project strategies.
  • Participate in exercises related to the in-depth analysis of needs and context by providing elements on the project sites in Rwanda that allow the project to adjust the project’s approaches to the context and needs particular project sites in Rwanda.
  • In coordination with the DPM, which is the focal point of the project in North Kivu in DRC, support the coordination, strategic engagement and active participation of state actors and the private sector in the project;

2. Support the project team in the implementation of appropriate systems and procedures for the implementation of the project in Rwanda

  • Support project partners in the respect and application of the administrative, logistical and financial procedures of Alert, the donors, with supervision from DPM based in Rwanda;
  • Work with partners in Rwanda to finalize the ToRs and approve them under the supervision of the DMP, based on the annual plans and budgets approved by Alert;

3. Support the implementation of the project’s strategic approaches

  • Contribute to the implementation of the strategy and activities for the inclusion of “conflict and gender sensitivity” in all activities;
  • Assist the DPM to facilitate the work of consultants and other technical experts in the project in Rwanda;
  • Support the administrative and logistical organization of the various workshops, forums and strategic meetings of the project.

4. Reporting, monitoring and evaluation of partners based in Rwanda

  • Participate and initiate/ contribute to reporting in brainstorming and planning sessions in Rwanda;
  • Support partners in the preparation of quality periodic narrative and financial reports that comply with the rules and procedures of Alert and the donors; give constructive and timely feedback to partner organizations’ activity reports;
  • Collect monthly success stories in Rwanda with the support of M&E and DPM;
  • Carry out field visits in project sites in Rwanda; assist partners in data collection and maintenance of M&E tools;
  • Assist the DPM in the preparation and organization of the different types of evaluations and studies to be carried out during the life of the project in Rwanda and participate in the drafting of the annual and final report.

5. Other Responsibilities – Internal Coordination

  • Contribute to and attend monthly meetings of Alert’s staff in Rwanda for implementation monitoring;
  • Actively participate in project team meetings and other necessary meetings;
  • Participate in internal learning activities and exchange of experiences;
  • Collaborate closely with the Deputy Project Manager and Project Manager to complete any relevant tasks

Travel requirements

The job is based in Kigali with regular travel to 7 targeted borders between DRC, Burundi and Rwanda. Occasional regional travel to participate in advocacy events and to take part in Alert’s annual meetings.

Person specification

Essential requirements

  • Hold a university degree in social sciences, rural development, economics, business, political science, international relations, law or a similar field
  • At least 3 years’ experience in supervising community recovery, peacebuilding, gender promotion projects including monitoring and planning.
  • Proven experience of at least 3 years in the field of social cohesion through the economic empowerment of women, women/gender in community processes, youth, traumatic healing, business, decision-making position.
  • Experience in economic recovery, VSLAs and cooperatives, financial inclusion, SMEs, working with private sector federations, participatory action research, and strengthening women and youth in decision-making.
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain open and non-discriminatory professional relationships with communities, public administrations and representatives of other operational organizations in the project implementation environment.
  • Experience in collaboration and coordination in the development and entrepreneurship sector and in the implementation and monitoring of activities with authorities and stakeholders at local, provincial and national levels.

Knowledge and skills

  • Demonstrate strong personal integrity and know how to enforce the integrity of the organization. Have a sense of fairness and justice, and a high level of organizational loyalty.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in an objective and apolitical manner.
  • Able to develop good interpersonal relationships, and to work in a multidisciplinary environment and in cultural diversity.
  • Perfect command of English required with a professional level in French and good ability in drafting different documents.
  • Be sensitive to the gender approach and have a good understanding of the practical application of this concept.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, strong ability to organize work, manage urgent competing priorities and a high level of autonomy.
  • Proficient in the following software: WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, OUTLOOK and Internet.

Personal qualities

  • Ability to work under pressure and with autonomy while maintaining the ethos of the organization and maintaining the quality of work.
  • Able and willing to make proactive decisions and adapt them when necessary.
  • Ability to tactfully manage conflicts, strong diplomatic communication and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to perform duties independently with minimal technical support.


Desirable requirements

  • Substantial professional experience in overseeing projects focused on social cohesion, women’s economic and community empowerment.
  • Have direct skills and experience in facilitating various training workshops, organizing high-level forums and workshops
  • Knowledge of spoken Kirundi and Swahili will be considered an advantage as spoken language in Burundi and Eastern DRC respectively.
  • Have direct experience in the execution of projects using a gender-based approach, social cohesion and entrepreneurship.
  • Be methodical and perfectionist, knowing how to organize your work in particular by respecting priorities and deadlines.
  • Have a practical mind, know how to identify problems and propose alternative solutions that are positive for all concerned, and in a better time.
  • Experience in written reporting of project-related activities.
  • Excellent knowledge of other Microsoft Office products. Good IT knowledge.
  • Commitment to Alert’s approach and values, particularly regarding the needs of conflict-affected populations.
  • Ability to think strategically.

Each application should consist only of the following documents:

  • A cover letter that explains why you are the ideal candidate for the position as well as what has motivated you to apply for the position.
  • A curriculum vitae that clearly respond to the education, experience and essential skills mentioned in the table above.

Application form and CV for the post should be send by email only no later than 05 May 2024 to Rwanda@international-alert.org. Please mention the following reference in the subject heading of your email: Application for Project Officer position.

Please note that the following:

  • This is a local position.
  • Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you can assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful.”
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Controlled Substances Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute : Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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0

Job responsibilities

To screen, assess and prepare feedback to the applications for registration of Controlled Substances. To submit samples for testing and ensure that the results are available for use in assessment process. To efficiently use resources and ensure the compliance of product registration, review guidelines and to streamline the processes. To improve Controlled Substances assessment standard by adopting and harmonizing international standards and best practices. To assess product variation applications and propose approvals on changes made to registered products to the Division Manager. To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives. To participate in organized training in Quality Management System. To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.




Minimum qualifications
    • 1
      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2
      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 3
      Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 4
      Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 5
      Master’s Degree in Chemistry

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 6
      Master’s Degree in Biotechnology

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 7
      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 8
      Master’s Degree in Medicine

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 9
      Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      1 Years of relevant experience

  • 10
    Bachelor’s Degree in Human Medicine

    3 Years of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Resource management skills
    • 2
      Problem solving skills
    • 3
      Decision making skills
    • 4
      Time management skills
    • 5
      Risk management skills
    • 6
      Results oriented
    • 7
      Digital literacy skills
  • 8
    Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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Vaccines and Biosimilar Registration Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute:Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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0

Job responsibilities

-To participate in the preparation and implementation of business plan and budget for the Division, -To participate in the development and review of regulations, guidelines, manuals and SOP related to assessment and registration of human vaccines, biologicals and biosimilar and others similar documents that may be needed the Division or Department. – To contribute to the development, review and updating of the register of human vaccines, biologicals and biosimilar with variations, new registrations and deletions due safety issues, -To assess human vaccines, biologicals and biosimilar with variations, new registrations, and deletions due safety issues, -To Evaluate the quality, safety and efficacy of human vaccines, biologicals and biosimilar, -To Sample of human vaccines, biologicals and biosimilar from the market and liaise with the Division of Quality Control Laboratory for analysis, -To participate in Conduct of operational research, programmes and projects within the Division



Minimum qualifications1

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2

      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 3

      Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 4

      Master’s Degree in Biotechnology

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 5

      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 6

      Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 7

      Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      1 Years of relevant experience

  • 8

    Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

    1 Years of relevant experience


Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Investigation skills
    • 2
      Resource management skills
    • 3
      Problem solving skills
    • 4
      Decision making skills
    • 5
      Time management skills
    • 6
      Risk management skills
    • 7
      Results oriented
    • 8
      Digital literacy skills
  • 9
    Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage

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Radiopharmaceuticals & Radiotherapy Products Registration Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute :Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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0

Job responsibilities

To conduct dossier assessment for product registration To participate in the develop and review of necessary regulatory tools such as regulations, guidelines, SOPs, and official forms within the regulatory framework to standardize and improve the assessment procedures, To contribute establishment, review and updating of the register of radiopharmaceuticals and radiotherapy products with variations, new registrations and deletions due safety and quality issues, To sample radiopharmaceuticals and radiotherapy products from the market and liaise with the Division of Quality Control Laboratory for analysis, To participate and conduct operational research, programmes and projects within the Division. To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives. To participate in organized training in Quality Management System. To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.




Minimum qualificationsYou are not qualified!
    • 1
      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2
      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 3
      Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 4
      Masters Degree in Chemistry

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 5
      Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 6
      Master’s Degree in Medicine

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 7
      Bachelor’s Degree in Human Medicine

      3 Years of relevant experience

  • 8
    Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences

    3 Years 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
      Risk management skills
    • 7
      Results oriented
    • 8
      Digital literacy skills
  • 9
    Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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Diagnostics and Medical Devices Registration Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute :Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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0

Job responsibilities

To participate in the develop and review of necessary regulatory tools such as regulations, guidelines, SOPs and official forms within the regulatory framework to standardize and improve the assessment procedures, To contribute establishment, review and updating of the register of Human Diagnostics and Medical Devices with variations, new registrations and deletions due safety and quality issues, To sample Human Diagnostics and Medical Devices from the market and liaise with the Division of Quality Control Laboratory for analysis, To participate and conduct operational research, programmes and projects within the Division To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division in order to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives. To participate in organized training in the area of Quality Management System. To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.




Minimum qualificationsYou are not qualified!
    • 1
      Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2
      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 3
      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 4
      Master’s Degree in Electronics Engineering

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 5
      Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 6
      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 7
      Bachelor’s Degree in Electronical Engineering

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 8
      Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 9
      Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      1 Years of relevant experience

  • 10
    Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences

    3 Years 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
      Risk management skills
    • 7
      Results oriented
    • 8
      Digital literacy skills
    • 9
      Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
  • 10. Investigation skills

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2 Job Positions of Pharmaceutical Products Registration Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute : Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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Job responsibilities

To conduct dossier assessment for product registration To develop and adopt necessary regulatory tools such as guidelines, SOPs, and official forms within the regulatory framework to standardize and improve the assessment procedures, To contribute to the product register updates with variations, new registrations, and deletions due to GMP failure and safety issues, To assess bioequivalence of generic pharmaceutical products compared to reference products by reviewing bioequivalence studies, To organize samples for and liaise with the Division of Quality Control Laboratory testing and analysis to facilitate product assessment and registration. To participate and conduct operational research, programmes, and projects within the Division. To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives. To participate in organized training in Quality Management System. To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements




Minimum qualifications
    • 1

      Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2

      Master of Science in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 3

      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 4

      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 5

      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 6

      Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 7

      Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      3 Years of relevant experience

  • 8

    Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

    1 Years 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
      Risk management skills
    • 7
      Results oriented
    • 8
      Digital literacy skills
  • 9
    Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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Blood and Blood Products Registration Specialist at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA)Under Statute : Deadline: May 2, 2024

By
B. Claire
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0

Job responsibilities

To participate in the development, review of the necessary regulatory tools such as regulations, guidelines, SOPs, and official forms within the regulatory framework to standardize and improve the assessment procedures, To contribute to the development, review, and updating of the register of blood and blood products with variations, new registrations, and deletions due to safety issues, To evaluate the quality, safety and efficacy of blood and blood products To sample blood and blood products from the market and liaise with the Division of Quality Control Laboratory for analysis to facilitate assessment and registration, To participate in the conduct operational research, programmes and projects within the Division To demonstrate the ability to consistently provide quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements within his/her division to meet Rwanda FDA quality objectives. To participate in organized training in Quality Management System. To do the assigned tasks (job) by fully implementing the QMS established requirements.




Minimum qualificationsYou are not qualified!
    • 1

      Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 2

      Master’s Degree in Microbiology

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 3

      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 4

      Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 5

      Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 6

      Master’s Degree in Biotechnology

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 7

      Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 8

      Master’s Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 9

      Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 10

      Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences

      3 Years of relevant experience

    • 11

      Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology

      1 Years of relevant experience

    • 12

      Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine

      3 Years of relevant experience

  • 13

    Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

    1 Years of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Resource management skills
    • 2
      Problem solving skills
    • 3
      Decision making skills
    • 4
      Time management skills
    • 5
      Risk management skills
    • 6
      Results oriented
    • 7
      Digital literacy skills
  • 8 Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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Cooperative Business Development Officer at Land O’Lakes Venture37 | Kigali :Deadline: 07-05-2024

By
B. Claire
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0

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Cooperative Business Development Officer

Cooperative Resilience and Equity Activity (CORE)

Background:

Land O’Lakes Venture37 (Venture37) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping communities around the world build economies by strengthening agriculture from farm-to-fork, helping businesses grow, and linking farmers to markets. Since our start in 1981, we have been leveraging nearly 100 years of expertise in crop inputs, agricultural insights, dairy and animal nutrition from our close affiliate, Land O’Lakes, Inc., a farmer-owned agribusiness committed to fulfilling its purpose of feeding human progress.


Project Description:

Land O’Lakes Venture37 is implementing the Cooperative Resilience and Equity Activity (CORE) cooperative development program in Rwanda and Zambia, a five-years project (October 2023- October 2028) funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The goal of the CORE activity is to foster vibrant, sustainable cooperative ecosystems in Rwanda and Zambia, in which self-managed agricultural cooperatives and all their members flourish economically and socially.

Through CORE, Venture37 will take a localized and market-responsive approach, engaging market actors, including women and youth, in activity design, implementation and measurement. The activity’s objectives will be met through three major components, namely:

  • Inclusively strengthen the capacity of cooperatives by dynamically responding to their unique challenges and market opportunities through but not limited to provision of tailored capacity strengthening, professional management, enhanced strategic market and finance linkages.
  • Improve the cooperative enabling environment by working with private and public service providers to deliver market-responsive and well-coordinated services to cooperatives.
  • Spur innovation, learning and continuous improvement in the local and global development community through embedded applied research.

In Rwanda, (CORE) has identified the geographical scope split over 4 districts classified into two clusters: Eastern: Kayonza & Ngoma districts; Western: Nyabihu & Rubavu).


Position Summary:

Supervised by CORE’s Cooperative Business Development Advisor, the Cooperative Business Development Officer will be responsible for field implementation of CORE’s cooperative performance improvement component in the assigned geographical zone. This position will support the efforts to streamline activities associated with advancing the business performance of partner cooperatives from the assigned districts, ensuring quality program implementation by working directly with cooperatives and by building relationships with stakeholders. This role will also support to provide expertise in areas of cooperative business development services, cooperative governance and management, financial management, linkages/access to finance and markets.

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Work with the CORE Cooperative Business Development Advisor to develop scopes of work that are responsive to identified cooperatives’ capacity needs.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with program partners, cooperatives, districts, and private businesses through regular visits.
  • Provide effective business advisory services to target cooperatives.
  • Conduct annual capacity-needs assessments at partner cooperatives to inform performance priority areas of improvement.
  • Co-design action plans with cooperatives and ensure their successful implementation.
  • Provide capacity strengthening to cooperatives through training and/or coaching, focusing on relevant capacity needs areas identified during performance assessments.
  • Liaise and work closely with CORE consultants and other casual local experts during their assignments with cooperatives.
  • Monitor and track cooperative business performance and liaise with the Cooperative Business Development Advisor and MEL Manager for associated reporting and thoughtful planning.
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support the project and/or the work of Land O’Lakes Venture37


Reporting & Supervision:

  • This position will report to the CORE Cooperative Business Development Advisor.

Required qualifications:

  • A university degree in agribusiness, agricultural economics, management, business, rural development, cooperative management, or other related fields.
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience strengthening the capacity of member owned agriculture cooperatives and or small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
  • Relevant record with the agriculture sector development, in the Rwandan context.
  • Experience in managing relationships with public actors and strategic private service providers.
  • Proven track record in facilitating successful business linkages
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Fluent and competent to report in English and Kinyarwanda.
  • Readiness to be based in the assigned zone and travel several times to the field.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their motivation letter and CV to https://lol.avature.net/Careers/JobDetail/Cooperative-Business-Development-Officer/1828 not later than May 7, 2024, at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

Land O’Lakes Venture37 will never ask you for personable identifiable information, and we will never request money or payment during the recruitment or employment process.

Land O’Lakes Venture37 is an equal opportunity employer and an organization striving to help global communities thrive through agriculture. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Our culture values a diversity of voices. So, bring us your unique experiences, your workstyle, and your dreams — they’ll only make us stronger.

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Advisor to the CEO/NAEB (Readvertised) at The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) | Kigali : Deadline: 30-04-2024

By
B. Claire
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NATIONAL AGRICULTURALEXPORT DEVELOPMENT BOARD

Republic of Rwanda

JOB ADVERTISMENT

NAEB VACANT POSITION FOR RECRUITMENT

The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) would like to recruit self-motivated and qualified candidates to fill the following position.

Post: Advisor to the CEO/NAEB (Readvertised)


Job Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Management, Business Administration, marketing, or Agribusiness. Experience in trade-related matters, investment analysis, or agribusiness with a minimum working experience of three (3) years.

Or

  • Master’s degree in Economics, Management, Business Administration, Agribusiness, Public Administration, or international trade policy and trade law with one (1) year of working experience.
  • Having an exposure to public sector policy analysis and formulation, performance management, and trade investment is an added advantage.

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Advisor to the CEO will perform the following duties and responsibilities;

  • Coordinating the development, assessment, and implementation of the organization’s policies and strategies.
  • Follow up and update the CEO on the progress and implementation of sectoral plans.
  • Working with the team to identify and develop key policy areas;
  • Rapporteur of the CEO at meetings, events, and conferences.
  • Support division managers to build relationships with other institutions.
  • Proactively prepare in-depth analyses, briefings, and recommendations for incoming correspondence.
  • Conduct research and analyses on selected critical topics, from internal and external sources.
  • Follow up and implement relevant inputs from key stakeholders across functions at all levels.
  • Prepare input for the CEO on selected topics of the strategic agenda.
  • Plan and prepare meetings, including agenda, content, and key messages for both national and international stakeholders.
  • Participate actively in relevant ad-hoc projects.
  • Coordinate submission of various reports and responses from both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Be a link between the CEO, executive management, and other stakeholders.
  • Other management, policy, and analytical tasks as required by the Chief Executive officer.


Key Competences

  • Analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills;
  • Leadership, decision making, communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Knowledge of results-based management;
  • Strategic planning and organizational skills;
  • Business awareness and knowledge of current affairs;
  • Fluent in English and/or French.


HOW TO APPLY

The Job Title should be the subject of the email. The motivation letter of interested candidates accompanied by detailed CV with at least three referees, Photocopy of degree, service certificates of related job requirements and national identity card should be submitted to NAEB E-mail: recruitment@naeb.gov.rw and copy to elisa.mupenzi@naeb.gov.rw not later than Tuesday 30th April 2024 at 5:00 PM.

Gabriel MPEZAMIHIGO

Chief Finance Officer

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Marketing Assistance at UFACO Garments Ltd | Kigali :Deadline: 25-05-2024

By
B. Claire
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0

JOB VACANCY

BACKGROUND

UFACO GARMENTS Ltd is a Private Limited Company registered in Rwanda under Company code 106720779 and incorporated under the laws of the Republic of Rwanda and having its Principal place of Business in Gasabo District, Ndera Sector, Masoro Cell at Free Economic Zone Industry.

UFACO Garments Ltd one of the top Rwandan garment manufacturers. The company is a garment maker specializing in the production of casual and various types of clothing, including garment for Government institutions. The Company is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, self- motivated and experienced employee to fill the following position:


POSITION OF MARKETING ASSISTANCE

Duties and responsibilities

  • Initiating and following up on orders and keeping records on the products performance in the market.
  • Prepare the quotation for clients.
  • Track and record orders
  • Receive orders and document arrivals.
  • Record and Resolve Customer feedback and complaints.
  • Follow up client delivery and production Order.
  • Preparing and presenting daily, weekly, and monthly marketing and sales reports
  • Preparation of purchase order and requisition of the required materials.
  • Follow up and monitor publication of tender on different platform including umucyo
  • Any other duties as may be given by Management


Job Requirements

  • Diploma in Marketing, Accounting, business administration or Procurement.
  • 1-year relevant Experience
  • Sales and Marketing skills
  • Good customer management skills
  • Good knowledge of Garment industry
  • Good communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good team work
  • Good report writing skills

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well detailed CV no later than May 25th, 2024 via. email : hrufaco@gmail.com and cc info@ufaco.top

UMURERWA FABIOLA

MANAGING DIRECTOR

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Warehouse Coordinator at UFACO Garments Ltd | Kigali :Deadline: 25-05-2024

By
B. Claire
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0

JOB VACANCY

BACKGROUND

UFACO GARMENTS Ltd is a Private Limited Company registered in Rwanda under Company code 106720779 and incorporated under the laws of the Republic of Rwanda and having its Principal place of Business in Gasabo District, Ndera Sector, Masoro Cell at Free Economic Zone Industry.

UFACO Garments Ltd one of the top Rwandan garment manufacturers. The company is a garment maker specializing in the production of casual and various types of clothing, including garment for Government institutions. The Company is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, self- motivated and experienced employee to fill the following position


POSITION OF WAREHOUSE COORDINATOR

Duties and responsibilities

  1. Ensure adherence and compliance to inventory controls to prevent wastage, theft and fraud
  2. Process and submit for review inventory transactions in a timely manner
  3. Monitor inventory levels daily to ensure optimum levels are maintained
  4. Process and conduct monthly and end year inventory count
  5. Prepare and submit for review inventory reports with details such as inventory counts, variance
  6. Daily submit track and progress reports to managers
  7. Ensure timely processing of all goods received by customers and recording them
  8. Ensure all goods are properly arranged in the warehouse.
  9. Supervise the process of offloading, packaging and unpacking of merchandise and materials
  10. Ensure correct and timely evaluation of inventory.
  11. Assesses and organizes logistics in terms of transport requirements, receipt, handling, storage and distribution of items.
  12. Prepare for receipt of international shipments, and liaises with competent authorities for tax exemptions, port clearances, etc. and the timely delivery of relief items to the beneficiaries.
  13. Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle for logistical management.
  14. Prepare a monthly report and annual report to submit to the MD through the Head of Finance & Admin Dept and Commercial and Merchandizing Manager.


Job Requirements

  • Diploma in Finance, Accounting, business administration or Procurement.
  • 1-year relevant Experience
  • Good knowledge of inventory policies and procedures
  • Good inventory management skills
  • Good analytical skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good team work
  • Good report writing skills

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well detailed CV no later than May 25th, 2024 via. email : hrufaco@gmail.com and cc info@ufaco.top

UMURERWA FABIOLA

MANAGING DIRECTOR

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Office Assistant (Receptionist) at MCT Global | Kigali : Deadline: 03-05-2024

By
B. Claire
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MCT GLOBAL “JOB DESCRIPTION FOR OFFICE ASSISTANT”

Job Title: Office Assistant (Receptionist)

Company: MCT Global Ltd

Location: Kigali – Rwanda

Gross Annual Salary: Ranging between 2,421,396 RWF and 3,325,464 RWF.

About MCT Global:

MCT Global is a Rwandan company established in 2019 with a vision to develop, adopt and implement relevant standards for quality services in everyday life. Our mission is to contribute to the standardization of services across various sectors, including consultancy services, training services mostly in the area of education and business cycles. At MCT Global, we believe that quality education forms the foundation of quality services and development.

In addition to our core mission, MCT Global also offers transport services including car rental services, long-term leasing options and car sales. We are specialized in providing flexible leasing solutions tailored to the needs of our clients, whether they require short-term rentals or long-term leases. Additionally, we offer lease-purchase arrangements for those looking to eventually own their vehicles.


Job Summary/Objective:

The Office Assistant /Receptionist at MCT Global will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of office and providing excellent customer service to clients and visitors. In addition to managing the front desk, He/she will also provide support in customer care and finance-related tasks.

Number of Positions: 1

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Client Reception and Communication Management:
  • Professionally greet and assist clients and visitors, maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Effectively manage incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate personnel with precision and courtesy. Monitor main line voice messages.
  1. Customer Care and Issue Resolution:
  • Provide exemplary customer care by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues with tact and diplomacy.
  • Ensure client satisfaction by effectively managing expectations and delivering exceptional customer care.
  1. Sales and marketing:
  • He or she will provide information to clients regarding sales if not handled properly then he/she can refer the client to the relevant personnel.
  1. Appointment Scheduling and Meeting Coordination:
  • Facilitate appointment scheduling and manage conference room bookings with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Coordinate meeting logistics, including preparing meeting rooms and arranging necessary equipment.
  • Assist with Foundation events, including managing RSVP lists, attending events, providing registration support and assisting with events as necessary.
  1. Front Desk and Office Organization:
  • Maintain front desk area, ensuring it remains organized and conducive to efficient operations.
  • Oversee visitor sign-in procedures and manage visitor logs with meticulous attention to detail.


  1. Mail and Package Handling:
  • Efficiently handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages, ensuring timely delivery and receipt.
  • Maintain accurate records of mail and package deliveries, coordinating with courier services as needed.
  • Assist with courier requests and correspondence.
  • Managing social media platforms etc.
  1. Financial Administration Support:
  • Assist with finance-related tasks such as invoicing, tracking invoices, and basic bookkeeping with precision and confidentiality.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records and support financial reporting activities.
  1. Administrative Assistance:
  • Provide administrative support to various departments as requested, demonstrating adaptability and resourcefulness.
  • Handle document management tasks, including photocopying, scanning, and filing, with meticulous attention to detail.
  1. Facilities Maintenance Coordination:
  • Collaborate with building maintenance and cleaning staff to ensure the office environment is clean, safe, and well-maintained.
  • Address facilities-related issues promptly and effectively, minimizing disruptions to office operations.


  1. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Proven experience as an office assistant, receptionist, or in a similar role.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Professional appearance and demeanour.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda (both written and verbal) is required. Knowledge of French language is an added value.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a customer service role.
  • Knowledge of basic office procedures and protocols.
  • Professional demeanour and excellent customer service abilities required.
  • Ability to take initiative with projects to work both independently and as a team member.
  • Excellent skills in the areas of organization, attention to detail, time management, ability to manage multiple tasks, define and set priorities and problem solve.

Work Environment:

This position is based in Rwanda – Kigali nearby Kigali Height at MCT Global office.

The office environment is professional and collaborative, with a focus on delivering high-quality services to our clients.


Benefits:

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
  • Performance-based bonus program, including a percentage of new client acquisitions, rewarding employee contributions to company growth and success.
  • Communication facilities including telephone and communication allowances.
  • Annual leave.
  • Vertical and Horizontal promotion.

Application Instructions: To apply for the Office Assistant (Receptionist) position at MCT, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience via the email: mctglobaltd@gmail.com and we will only be contacting shortlisted applicants. Application Deadline is May 3rd, 2024 at 5:00 P.M

Contact Information: For inquiries about the application process, please contact at mctglobaltd@gmail.com or +250788212545 Vincent Havugimana, Senior Officer in Charge of Capacity and Concepts Development.

Done at Kigali, on April 23rd, 2024

Muhire Jean Marie Vianney

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), MCT Global Ltd

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2 Job Positions of Medical Devices Testing Officer at Rwanda Food And Drugs Authority (FDA) Under Statute :Deadline: May 2, 2024

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Job responsibilities

1. Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents; 2. Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses; 3. Carrying out tests, interpreting results and calculating uncertainties of measurement especially in cases of marginal test results 4. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports; 5. Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Lead officer 6. Maintain inventory of laboratories equipment; 7. Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction; 8. Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation. 9. Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports; 10. Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system. 11. Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spares parts and laboratory consumables for purchase; 12. Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning 13. Maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.




Minimum qualificationsYou are not qualified!
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      Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering

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    • 2
      Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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    • 3
      Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics

      0 Year of relevant experience

    • 4
      Bachelor’s Degree in Physics

      0 Year of relevant experience

  • 5
    Bachelor’s Degree in Electronical Engineering

    0 Year of relevant experience




Required competencies and key technical skills

    • 1
      Integrity
    • 2
      Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
    • 3
      Inclusiveness
    • 4
      Accountability
    • 5
      Communication
    • 6
      Teamwork
    • 7
      Client/citizen focus
    • 8
      Professionalism
    • 9
      Commitment to continuous learning
    • 10
      Resource management skills
    • 11
      Analytical skills
    • 12. Problem solving skills
    • 13. Decision making skills
    • 14. Time management skills
    • 15. Risk management skills
    • 16. Results oriented
    • 17. Digital literacy skills
  • 18. Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage

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Project Manager at Empower Rwanda (ER) | Kigali:Deadline: 30-04-2024

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About Empower Rwanda

Empower Rwanda is a women-led nongovernmental organization that was established in Rwanda in 2019 to support women and youth through providing skills, knowledge, and resources that create sustainable change for them, their families, and their communities. Empower Rwanda provides a broad array of vital support to vulnerable youth and women in Rwanda.


The Programme

Empower Rwanda, in partnership with Mercy Corps, is implementing the Financial Inclusion for Clean Cooking Access in Rwanda and Sierra Leone (FICCARS) programme. The programme seeks to address the challenge of access to finance and clean cooking among women living in cities, particularly in urban informal settlements and slums in these two countries. The programme’s objectives are:

  • To use access to financing for modern energy cooking technologies and fuels as a conduit for women to climb the financial inclusion ladder and access formal financing for household and business needs.
  • To help local governments and other national-level stakeholders identify approaches to mainstream gender inclusion in access to finance and modern cooking as well as on environmental conservation and livelihoods.
  • To lay the foundation for growth of a sustainable market by supporting the private sector to secure a foothold in the markets of Sierra Leone and Rwanda with their financial inclusion and clean cooking products.


The Position

This is a full-time position, based in Kigali, to manage the FICCARS programme and ensure quality delivery of project deliverables. The Project Manager (PM) is primarily responsible for planning and delivery of programme activities, and monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL). The PM will also provide technical expertise on delivering financial inclusion solutions for clean cooking access, and lead sector engagement in the fields of financial inclusion and clean cooking.


Essential Responsibilities

PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

  • Directly manage and quality check delivery of activities and outputs of the programme.
  • Lead budgeting and resource planning for the programme, ensuring adherence to Empower Rwanda policies and standards, as well as donor requirements.
  • Develop and oversee implementation of programme activities and work plans in adherence to Empower Rwanda policies and programme standards.
  • Work closely with Mercy Corps’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team to ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of programme activities and results.
  • Provide quality checks and assurance to activity and community accountability and reporting mechanism (CARM) reports.
  • Work closely with the Mercy Corps team to plan and coordinate stakeholder workshops in the programme. This includes supporting facilitation of events with stakeholders.
  • Ensure effective documentation and filing of programme documents as per Empower Rwanda’s standards.
  • Lead engagements with key stakeholders in the public and private sector and manage logs of engagements carried out throughout the programme. This includes participating in relevant sector working groups in the countries and representing FICCARS.

Supporting coordination of activities with the FICCARS commercial partners, and be the primary point of contact in engagements with programme participants


COMMUNITY ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

  • Ensure the community accountability and reporting mechanism (CARM) is operationalized in the FICCARS programme in accordance with standards set by Mercy Corps and Empower Rwanda.
  • Provide overall guidance to the Empower Rwanda team on overall CARM management.
  • Ensure that programme stakeholders are proactively informed of the programme CARM feedback channels.
  • Ensure that appropriate action is taken for all programmatic feedback and that it is appropriately incorporated into programme activities and overall implementation strategy.

RESEARCH AND LEARNING

  • Work closely with the Mercy Corps team in carrying out research and learning initiatives that contribute to the programme’s learning and adaptation needs.
  • Represent the programme in conferences, workshops, webinars, industry events, and other sector meetings as a presenter, speaker, or participant.

 Supervisory Responsibility

  • Project Officers.

Accountability

  • Reports Directly To: ER Program Manager
  • Works Directly With: The Empower Rwanda and Mercy Corps FICCARS team

Minimum Qualifications and Transferable Skills

  • Graduate degree or equivalent in Energy, Environment, Economics, International Development, Urban Development, Climate Change, or other relevant subjects.
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in energy implementation within the context of international development. Experience implementing programmes in urban areas is advantageous.
  • Demonstrated experience with managing projects and teams in a development organisation.
  • Experience working with local and national authorities, the private sector, and non-government organizations as programme partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with, communicate effectively with, and manage ethnically diverse team members of varied work styles.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to draw insights from data for programmatic decision making.
  • Ability to effectively represent FICCARS and its interests to key stakeholders.
  • Experience developing programme reports.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving.


EXPRESSION OF INTEREST AND APPLICATION

Interested candidates should address their application enclosed with a cover letter, Curriculum vitae, academic documents, and other certificates to the Country Director of Empower Rwanda and delivered soft copy careers@empowerrwanda.org

The deadline for submission is fixed on 30th April 2024 at 5 pm.

Kigali, 15 April 2024.

Olivia Promise KABATESI

Founder & Country Director

Empower Rwanda

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Senior Design Engineer at Bridges to Prosperity | Kigali :Deadline: 23-05-2024

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Job title

Senior Design Engineer

Reports to

Regional Engineering Manager

Job purpose

The Senior Design Engineer serves as the primary resource for the development and execution of structural engineering related activities within a program country. The position is located within a program country and only works within the program.


Duties and responsibilities

Job Description – Senior Design Engineer

The Senior Design Engineer will act responsibly and respectfully towards the communities and partners at all times. The Senior Design Engineer will spend much of their time in the office with required visits to the field and will live modestly in local accommodation and use local transportation to get around.

The Senior Design Engineer will report to the Regional Engineering Manager. Primary roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate with Design Engineers and Engineering Manager in the planning and execution of bridge survey activities
  • Assess Prospective bridge site for technical approval (process survey, evaluate aerial imagery, preliminary design alternatives)
  • Perform structural design of suspended, suspension and other bridge types independently
  • Check adequacy of existing bridge designs. This may include geotechnical, hydrological and hydraulic assessments.
  • Produce professional engineering drawings and compile/check full set prior to issuance
  • Design of safety cables
  • Conduct technical survey of prospective project sites
  • Calculate material quantities for bridge projects
  • Mark excavations and layout sites at the onset of a project
  • Supervise technical aspects of bridge construction
  • Undertake tasks following quality control procedures and forms for bridge projects
  • Perform technical inspections of constructed bridges
  • Provide technical support to needs assessment teams as required
  • Join municipality, district or other stakeholder meetings alongside other program staff when necessary
  • Coordinate work with temporary engineering staff (Bridge Corp Fellows)
  • Prepare material specifications for bridge construction and supervise applicable
  • Collaborate with procurement team on local materials selection
  • Collaborate with headquarters engineering staff in technical development and R&D
  • Review and comment on site assessments and provide feedback to Project Engineers in order to improve the accuracy of technical assessments
  • Support the construction team in resolving site related issues and execute design and assessment of temporary work activities such as tower lifting, cable hoisting, scaffolding etc. as necessary to ensure adequacy of solutions
  • Support engineering activities e.g. training and technical input, in country programmes outside of Rwanda. This might include the need for short-term interventions in these locations
  • Manage, support and help train junior engineering staff


Qualifications

Qualifications include:

  • Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s Degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of related engineering experience
  • Familiarity with design work and use of design software
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD drafting, Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Exceptional, professional, and details-oriented organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high problem-solving skills
  • Capable of working with different cultures and languages
  • Ability to work independently after given clear direction
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working conditions

The position is based in a program country (Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya) and may require travel to all Bridges to Prosperity existing or prospective project sites.


Physical requirements

The position will require participation in construction related tasks when traveling to Bridges to Prosperity’s projects. Site work may require intermittently working and living in undeveloped locations / remote areas.

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Apply to this opportunity here link: https://bridgestoprosperity.bamboohr.com/careers/45

Application deadline: April 23rd 2024 – May 23rd 2024

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Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer at Federation Handicap International (HI) | Kigali :Deadline: 06-05-2024

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JOB OFFER

Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer position

If you have a taste for challenges, a real commitment to development and a deep sensitivity towards vulnerable people in general and persons with disabilities in particular, then this recruitment notice is for you!

Fédération Handicap International, which implements its programs under its operational, branding name of “Humanity & Inclusion” (HI), is seeking an Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer for Zero Out-Of-School Children in Rwanda) project.


Name of the post

Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer

Technical field

Inclusive Education

Position

In charge of providing technical advice on inclusive education and disability inclusion special needs for Educate a Child funded (Zero Out-Of-School Children in Rwanda) project.

Names of the Country Manager

Melanie GEISER

Contract

Fixed

Names of the EAR Programme Director

Marie-Ange GOUX

Position origin.

New

Names of the person in charge of supporting projects at the Magritte level

Simon MIRIEL

Internal stakeholders

External stakeholders
  • Project Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Regional Inclusive Education Technical Specialist
  • Logistics Unit
  • Finance Unit
  • HR Department
  • MEAL Unit
  • Consortium Partners
  • Ministry of Education (MINEDUC)
  • Save the Children Rwanda
  • National Union of Disability Organizations in Rwanda (NUDOR)
  • Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC)
  • Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion (MIGEPROF)
  • Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB)
  • University of Rwanda- College of Education
  • Health Centers and Referral Hospitals
  • Schools




POSITION BACKGROUND

Under the management of the Project Manager, the Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer (IE-STO) will use her/his in-depth contextual understanding and inclusive education technical and practical expertise to contribute to the quality implementation of Zero Out-Of School Children in Rwanda project (ZOOSC). The Project will be run by the consortium (led by Save the Children with MINEDUC, HI and NUDOR) and in collaboration with other education partners such as MINALOC, MIGEPROF, REB, NESA, NCDA, Provinces, Districts, Sectors, and primary schools across the 30 districts in Rwanda. Strong relationship building, critical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills are crucial to fulfill this role.

In collaboration with the Regional Inclusive Education Technical Specialist of HI East African Regional Program (EAR), the IE-STO guarantees and contributes to the Zero-OOSC project implementation at national and field levels. The role will provide advice and deliver complex, specific and rare technical expertise and training to HI teams, partners, or stakeholders. She/he ensures high-level standard quality and impact of the Zero-OOSC project in line with the global, national, and HI quality standards and strategies on inclusive education and disability inclusion.

Leading the technical role to the consortium, the IE-STO will ensure that the solid system will be established so that that vulnerable children and children with disabilities who dropped out of school or never enrolled in school will enrol and complete primary education through removing all the barriers.


INFORMATION REGARDING THE POST

Line Manager

Project Manager

Donors

N/A

Amount of the budget managed

N/A

Size of the team managed

N/A

Duration of contract

1 year renewable.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE HI RWANDA PROGRAMME

Federation Handicap International, operating under the name of “Humanity & Inclusion” (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and commits itself to meet their basic needs, to improve their living conditions and to promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights

HI started operating in Rwanda after the aftermath of the genocide perpetrated against Tutsi in July 1994. From 1994 to 1996, HI worked alongside many other NGOs to provide emergency assistance to a population plunged in extreme distress, misery and poverty. From 1996 to 2000, the country experienced a period of relative social, political and administrative stability, during which HI engaged in long-term activities and aimed at improving the living conditions of vulnerable people, particularly those with mental health problems, HIV / AIDS, by providing them with appropriate support. Since 2001, HI has been contributing to the development of the country, expanding its activities and developing projects to prevent violence through a community-based approach, promoting education for all, community-based rehabilitation, training of occupational therapists, fighting against gender-based violence, protecting children from abuse and violence – especially children with disabilities, promoting inclusive nutrition, ECD and nurturing care. In addition to these areas, HI also wishes to join other partners in the field of bringing back out of school children to schools with special focus on those with disabilities.


BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The EAC funded Zero-OOSC is the program for the Education Above All Foundation – Qatar as the donor. The project aims at addressing the gaps and needs relating to OOSC and drop-out rates at the primary grade level. Zero-OOSC consortium will deliver a comprehensive, coordinated intervention contributing to the vision that no child misses out on primary education in Rwanda. This project will improve access to and retention of 177,119 out-of-school children (66,380 girls, 110,739 boys, including 17,712 children with disabilities) and 15,240 other individuals across all 30 districts in Rwanda by the end of the five-year implementation period.

The project will achieve the above-mentioned objectives by improving OOSC data and tracking systems, and removing the barriers that keep them away from schools. These barriers can be of financial, physical, structural and social nature, faced by children themselves and/or their caregivers, and be mutually reinforcing. The action will encompass three outcomes:

OUTCOME 1. Strengthened strategies and practices for the enrollment and retention of out of school children at school level.

OUTCOME 2. Empowered communities and families promote enrollment and retention of out of school children.

OUTCOME 3. Strengthened policies and data systems for the identification, enrollment and retention of out of school children.


WORKING ENVIROMENT

Work mates

The Zero-OOSC IE-STO will be placed under the hierarchical responsibility of the Project Manager. She/he will work closely the consortium partners and stakeholders as well as other HI project teams and support service units (e.g. finance, logistics).

Technical support

The Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer will be technically supported by the HI Global and Regional Inclusive Education Technical Specialists, respectively based at the HI UK and the HI EAR in Kampala, (Uganda).

Transport facilities

HI will support the role to undertake field trips in upcountry areas. Field visits aim for the IE-STO to understand and analyze the implementation progress, challenges and local contexts; provide constructive feedback to the project team and stakeholders; and continuously share learning to improve the quality and effectiveness of the project.

Key and main responsibilities of the Inclusive Education Senior Technical Officer

Provides guidance and technical support to EAC project at the school and district levels, in accordance with the overall technical frameworks and standards concerning inclusive education

The main responsibilities of the Inclusive Education Technical Officer will include but not limited to:
ssion

  1. Providing advanced inclusive education technical expertise in the form of strategic guidance and technical support to the Zero OOSC project, partners and/or programs in accordance with the technical frameworks and general standards.
    1. Provide appropriate and timely technical guidance and support to the project teams and partners.
    2. Performs technical activities or ensures that project activities are implemented in accordance with internal quality and technical standards and suggests improvements as necessary.
    3. Identify and develop/adapt the project’s technical documentation as required, in accordance with global technical standards.
    4. Coordinate and collaborate with the project’s technical staff, as delegated by the Project Manager.
    5. Propose research and study topics, conduct research if necessary and supervise data collection.
    6. Contribute to the writing of new proposals for new opportunities within its technical scope.
    7. As required, produce policy guidance for HI country program and partners.
  2. Providing project-based technical learning with a project impact
    1. Ensure consortium leaders and field teams, as well as HI’s Global and Regional IE Technical Specialists get the information they need and collaborate with HI echnical divisions as needed.
    2. Coordinate with consortium partners, as well as HI headquarters/EAR and HI’s Global and Regional IE Technical Specialist to ensure adequate capitalization to improve the inclusive education sector nationally, regionally and globally, and collect scientific evidence; initiate or test new innovative solutions to address the main challenges of the sector.
    3. Contribute to technical learning under the responsibility of the Project Manager and/or Technical Specialists based on best practices.
    4. Anticipate and technically lead adjustments in the project implementation as per standards of inclusive education.
    5. Contribute to the terms of reference for assessments and evaluations of the project progress and impact.


  3. Ensuring the internal and external technical training of HI teams and consortium teams.
    1. Contribute to technical recruitments, as required in cooperation with the Regional IE Technical Specialist.
    2. Assess capacity gaps, design and carry out the necessary technical training of HI and consortium staff in his/her field.
    3. Contribute to the skills upgrading plan for professionals in her/his sector.
    4. Contribute to the development of a local talent pool within his/her sector (identify technical talents, identifies training and coaching needs).
    5. Assist in coordinating technical professional development and facilitating a community of practice, in collaboration with the HI technical division.
  4. Contributing to ensure the external technical influence of HI on his/her perimeter, in close collaboration with the technical program team.
    1. Identify and develop partnerships with community structures, Zero OOSC project partners, local NGOs, institutions and relevant actors.
    2. Contribute to the outreach of HI expertise: can represent HI technical expertise by delegation in relevant local networks and with local partners at the national, district, and school levels as delegated by the PM and submit report/feedback.
    3. Ensure coordination and collaboration with the project’s technical partners, in cooperation with the Regional Specialist.
    4. Relay and contribute to advocacy messages within its scope of work.
    5. Support writing for new project content for the continuity or expansion of the project within its technical scope.
  5. Respect for HI identity, rules and policies
    1. Know, understand, apply and respect the HI code of conduct and ethics, HI mandate and values, HI rules and operating procedure, HI policies (child protection policy, policy and mechanism for the prevention of and fight against bribery, the protection of beneficiaries from sexual exploitation and abuse policy) and make sure the project team also adhered to them.
    2. Know, understand, apply and respect HI security rules and ensure they are known, understood and applied by her/his team.

Expected profile

Required qualification

Relevant qualification

Degree (s):
  • Atleast a Master’s degree in Education with specialisation in Inclusive and Special Needs Education. Related field include curriculum studies, teacher training, education system/policy, education assessment and measurement (these areas in relation to inclusive education is a plus).
  • Strong and professional understanding of the convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, other national and international policies, strategies and programs on inclusive education, disability data and MEAL, Universal Design for Learning, different models and schools of thoughts about disability, international educational frameworks, and CPD.
  • Knows the local frameworks of actors and professionals inherent to the disability and inclusive education.
  • Having a Bachelor’s degree, second Master’s degree in related field such as disability studies. Psychology, sociology, or international development is an asset.

Experiences:
  • At least 8 years of experience in leading technical support to the implementation of inclusive and special needs education projects.
  • Experience working with children with different types of disabilities (teaching experience a storng plus) and their families as well as organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs).
  • Track record in developing and/or adapting technical guidelines, tools and materials in the field of education especially inclusive education (special needs education), based on the identified gaps.
  • Significant experience of designing, facilitating and analysing impact of capacity building training on inclusive education and disability related topics.
  • Experience using the tools developed by the Washington Group on disability statistics/UNICEF and analyzing disability data (and other education data with disability data disaggregation).
  • Experience of working in a consortium is a strong plus.

Competences:

Core Values

  • Commitment
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Integrity

Core Competencies

  • Communication
  • Drive for Result
  • Diversity friendly (ability to work with different people)

Functional Competencies

  • Capitalization and continuous learning
  • Professional capacity building
  • Inclusive education technical skills
  • Formulating tools and proposals
  • Organizational skills
  • Knowledge applier

Personal qualities:
  • Capacity to build relations with others (networking)
  • Decisive and innovative
  • Orderly (respecting instructions and procedures)
  • Maturity
  • Capacity of analysis
  • Capacity of listening
  • Quality of adaptation
  • Carefullness.
  • Mastery and technical expertise

Additional requirements:

Strong analytical and language skills, technical skills (both writing and oral, daily communication, technical discussions, internally and externally). A high level of English writing is a must. Additional languages such as Kinyarwanda and French is a plus.




About our organisation

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is a solidarity organization international committed to the rights of persons with disabilities, of people in a situation of vulnerability, and in general for human rights. Respect and the dignity of people concerned and beneficiaries of the actions and communities are at the heart of the staff and collaborators of HI, in all contexts of intervention.

Our code of conduct is a key element to the implementation of the institutional policies that set out the fundamental principles in the protection of our beneficiaries – especially the most vulnerable – against any form of abuse be of power, harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, by our own staff. These policies include, but are not limited to:

  • Protection of Beneficiaries against Exploitation and Abuse Sexual
  • Child Protection
  • Fight against Fraud and Corruption.

All our representatives are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our code of conduct. Any violations of those policy will be treated seriously.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SUBMISSION

The application file must include a letter of motivation addressed to the Country Manager of HI in Rwanda, accompanied by the coordinates of 3 professional references related to the position, certificates of services rendered, a detailed Curriculum Vitae with concise description of achievements, not responsibilities, and a copy of each diploma (3 pages max). Complete applications must be submitted no later than midnight on 6th May, 2024; by e mail to the following addresses: recrutement@rwanda.hi.org with in subject: EACIESTO_202404

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted to take the tests.

N.B: HI strongly encourages women candidates and persons with disabilities to apply.

(In accordance with the law into force, persons with disabilities will be given priority in the event of equal professional competence or the same mark at the end of the written tests and interviews)

Mélanie GEISER

Country Manager

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Project Coordinator- TREPA at Cordaid | Kigali: Deadline: 02-05-2024

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Job Description 

Job Title  Project Coordinator– TREPA

Organizational Unit Rwanda Country Office

Job’s Aim  Responsible for the implementation and coordination of TREPA Project in Eastern Province

Job Specification:  Spends 80% of time in the implementation and coordination of project activities in Rwanda with special focus on green finance and spends as well 20% of time on acquisition and business development for Rwanda in collaboration with other business developers in the cluster and in Cordaid Globally.

Aim of the Organizational Unit  Responsible for project implementation in country Office

Job category/Grade Rwanda salary scale, Grade VIII.

Supervisor Program Manager- TREPA and other programs

Supervises Staff in the country: Project officers, project consultants or relevant Cordaid project implementing partner.


Result Areas  Description 

Project planning Co-leads the Cordaid project plans into specific intended results in designated project areas and formulates an operational project plan within a country/region. Remains within budget propositions and infrastructural possibilities.

Project coordination Supports the program managers with respect to risks, stakeholders’ issues and the project team. Supports and collaborates with all project stakeholders who contribute to the success of the project deliverables, with a large amount of intercultural sensitivity. Understands partners and matches desired results and contextual factors. Stimulates progress and makes necessary adjustments to realize the project within given boundary conditions: scope, time, budget, and quality.

Financial management  Assists the program managers and the financial controller in project budgeting, forecasting, financial monitoring to ensure expenditures are in line with what has been planned for. Reports regularly on budget realization and acts proactively to comply with the budget.

Field & Partner visits Supports the program teams to monitor project implementation and achievements, conduct field visits with partners, review field reports, analyze field data and formulate conclusions, discussion points and recommendations for all stakeholders.

Supported partners Support program managers to Identify the need for support with partner organizations and translate this into (customized) forms of support, taking into account (large differences in) the background and circumstances of (individuals in) partner organizations.

Network representation Identify and establish contacts with organizations and explore representation for potential areas for collaboration, taking into account the mission statement of Cordaid and the possibilities within existing projects.

Project reports Collects information within the project and reports about the interventions, results and impact through stories of change according to the project reporting templates, as well as budget and expenditures with possible deviations following required reporting standards, while providing solutions to minimize the financial risks.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Work closely with the monitoring and evaluation team to identifyproject learning opportunities, research and publications and implementation of MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning) policy. Facilitates the dissemination of promising practices and lessons learned. In collaboration with the MERL team, Ensure integration of innovations and best practices.

Personnel management Leads and coaches the project team on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the management style of Cordaid, focused on productivity, the professional development of staff and employee satisfaction. Coaches staff and leaves room for professional freedom to determine how to execute the work. Builds on the strengths and talents of staff members to improve team performance. Emphasis teamwork, project-based working, and commitment. Ensures efficient use of resources and controls quality of work.

Integrity Adheres to the code of conduct and integrity policies, reports concern and follows regular integrity training. This is a medium-risk position, with direct contact with vulnerable communities and regular travels.

Other  Any other duties assigned by the Manager.


 Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences

  • Management knowledge and coaching styles, project management, managing international cooperation with local partners, country/region of the Country Office, techniques, reporting standards and languages.
  • Knowledge and experience around coffee, tea and horticulture value chain financing and export markets would be an added advantage.
  • Experience in coordination and leading intervention around value chain financing precisely in export value chain such as coffee, tea, and horticulture (Or one of the three) will be key.
  • At least 7 years’ experience in agricultural finance focusing on smallholders & Agri-SMEs, extensive experience facilitating access to finance and working with financial institutions with practical experience of providing technical guidance /advisory on agricultural financing,
  • Broad understanding of green finance and agricultural financial product development, and capacity building for financial institutions with practical experience of agricultural financing context.
  • Extensive experience working with high level international and national partners including consultants, stakeholders and government institutions and officials,
  • Broad understanding and knowledge of agriculture financing trends and challenges in Rwanda and in the region.
  • Experience in organizing, facilitating workshops and events with high level audience,
  • experience in partner identification, developing and managing relationships with partners.
  • At least 4 years of experience in managing professional projects and/or (sub-)offices of international organizations or companies.
  • Knowledge of the project field of expertise in rural and agriculture finance.
  • Social skills to agree on deliverables, ensure progress with staff and to support partners.
  • Behavioral values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, teambuilding, negotiation, conflict management, collaboration, flexibility, creativity.
  • Writing skills to clearly formulate project proposals, project plan and project reports.
  • Knowledge of the legal framework that governs Cordaid’s operations, as required by local and national government and by major donors (EU, UN, US, Bilateral Donors)
  • Knowledge of the mission statement and goals of the Cordaid project and the security policy


Core Competencies

  • Quality orientation
  • Organizational awareness including planning.
  • Negotiation skills
  • Dealing with details
  • Problem analysis
  • Conceptual thinking
  • Social awareness
  • Intercultural orientation
  • Managing conflict
  • Coordination
  • Coaching

Key Result Area:

  • Financial institution capacity building
  • Product development
  • Capital mobilization for MFIs.
  • Linkage of value chain actors with value chain actors

Cordaid is fully committed to provide a safe and welcoming workplace to its employees, and to maintain respect and dignity of everyone that comes into contact with Cordaid. Therefore, Cordaid participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. For more information about Cordaid’s work on integrity https://www.cordaid.org/en/who-we-are/integrity-and-code-of-conduct/. 

Applications including a motivation letter and extensive CV in English, should be submitted online; https://cordaid.hrmagic.co/careers/job?id=OTcz before May 2nd, 2024.

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Instructors – English for Academic Purpose (EAP) Summer program at Carnegie Mellon University | Kigali :Deadline: 10-05-2024

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B. Claire
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Job title

Instructors – English for Academic Purpose (EAP) Summer program

Terms

Fixed Term

Start Date

ASAP

Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Job Purpose

Carnegie Mellon University Africa (CMU-Africa) is seeking instructors to support the Summer English Enhancement program by teaching the Preparatory Program; English for Academic Purpose (EAP); through the delivery of our 12 weeks Academic Skills course at our location in Rwanda. The program consists of our 3-week intensive English Enhancement Program (EEP) followed by the Academic Skills Bootcamp (AS) for all students on our campus in Rwanda. Applicants may teach English Enhancement Program (EEP), Academic Skills Bootcamp (AS) or both programs.

The aim of the Summer EAP Preparatory Program is to increase our incoming students’ linguistic and communicative competence in English and provide them with a foundation in the educational culture, expectations, skills and requirements of the university. Course syllabi and instructional materials will be provided. However, the English Enhancement Program (EEP) and English Booster course will require development and adaptation and you are encouraged to incorporate your own resources as you see fit. The successful candidate will thrive on working under their own initiative to deliver a demanding and intensive summer program as part of a team of instructors.


About Carnegie Mellon University

Established out of a partnership between Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and the Government of Rwanda, CMU-Africa is addressing the critical shortage of high-quality engineering talent required to accelerate the economic development and digital transformation of Africa—home to the fastest growing workforce in the world. CMU-Africa was established in 2011 and is the only U.S. research university offering its master’s degrees with full-time faculty, staff and operations in Africa. CMU’s presence in Rwanda provides a platform to engage in Africa’s most significant opportunities and challenges across the continent through world-class education and contextually relevant research.

Our vision is to educate and empower the next generation of African leaders and innovators by delivering a world-class educational experience. CMU-Africa’s mission is to produce creative and technically strong engineers, who have been trained in the African context, and prepared to make transformative impact in their communities and the world.

We are a fast-growing campus. Our size and exponential growth create a sense of camaraderie and excitement, with strong community ties and a compound sense of accomplishment in our team members, contributing towards mutually beneficial relationships between staff and students.


About the CMU-Africa ESL Program

The English as a second Language (ESL) program supports students to develop their English communication and other 21st Century skills in a holistic way through the delivery of a portfolio of interventions across their academic journey. These include semesterly courses, intensive workshops, writing support and one-to-one tutoring. In addition, it increases learner motivation and autonomy in their professional & academic skills development by supporting relevant student, staff and faculty initiatives and activities. For example, the programme assists first year students in preparing for their internship fair through resume and interview skills development interventions. Collaborations with students include a multimedia student blog and a public speaking club. Furthermore, there are several exciting projects in the pipeline including capacity building projects with local universities.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the summer English for Academic Purposes (EAP) preparatory programme to prepare students to embark on their academic journey at CMU-Africa. This is a fixed-term contract (starting as soon as possible and ending 31st August 2024).

The successful candidate will help to deliver the summer English Enhancement Program (EEP). This program aims to raise linguistic proficiency across the range of skills (B2) to prepare students to embark on their academic journey at CMU-Africa. Course syllabi and instructional materials will be provided. This is a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will thrive on working to deliver a demanding and intensive summer program as part of a team of instructors.


Responsibilities

  • Teaching Intensive English Enhancement Program (EEP) aimed at raising linguistic proficiency and improving academic reading and writing (B2).
  • Adapting and developing the EEP course where necessary.
  • Teaching the summer EEP/ EAP preparatory program.
  • Undertaking formative assessments throughout the program.
  • Academic Skills course covering reading, writing, speaking, listening and graduate study skills (B2-C1+).
  • English Booster course focusing on speaking skills for the classroom (B2).
  • Providing regular and timely developmental feedback to the students.
  • Undertaking an end-of-program evaluation and providing feedback and recommendations as necessary.
  • Maintaining course attendance records and other related administrative duties.
  • Designing, developing, and adapting instructional materials as necessary.
  • Undertaking summative assessments, reporting on student progress, and assisting with the placement of students onto appropriate EAP modules in the Fall semester.
  • Attending daily teaching team meetings.


Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will be an experienced and adaptable EAP instructor with a professional background demonstrating a range of relevant skills and experience. They will be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team. They must enjoy the challenge of working in the intensive, fast-paced context of a full-time EAP preparatory programme.

ESSENTIAL

  • Highly proficient user of English (minimum overall score of 110 in TOEFL or 8 in IELTS).
  • Globally recognized graduate qualification in English language instruction for non-native speakers, such as Cambridge Delta or Trinity DipTESOL.
  • Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience teaching EAP at tertiary level.
  • Experience teaching intensive EAP preparatory programmes to young adults.
  • Experience of using Canvas or other Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • An interactive, student-centered approach that fosters learner autonomy, motivation, collaborative learning, and critical thinking skills.
  • Enjoys working collaboratively with other teaching staff and has strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Self-driven and comfortable working with minimal direction.


DESIRABLE

  • Experience of U.S./British graduate education system or similar.
  • support extra-curricular activities is welcomed but not essential.
  • Experience of teaching and collaborating effectively across different cultures, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Experience teaching English for technical communication, professional English, English for engineers.
  • Knowledge or experience of evaluating the impact of language development.
  • Knowledge or experience of designing and developing an EAP preparatory programs

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Demonstratable ability to use an interactive, student-centered approach that fosters learner autonomy, motivation, collaborative learning and critical thinking skills.
  • Proven ability to use Canvas or other learning management systems (LMS).
  • Exceptional written, oral and electronic communication skills.
  • Passionate about teaching and has a creative, fun and energetic approach.
  • Enjoys working collaboratively with other teaching staff and has strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Self-driven and comfortable working with minimal direction.


To Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to send their motivation letter and curriculum vitae to the CMU-Africa Jobs email: africa-jobs@andrew.cmu.edu before May 23, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to put “Instructor – EAP Summer program” in the subject line and be sure to highlight relevant experience and goal in applying for this position.

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Senior Transmission and Enterprise Engineer at Airtel Rwanda Ltd | Kigali:Deadline: 30-04-2024

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B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Airtel Africa – Job Description

(Deliverables, Decision level, Demonstrate & Dimensions)

Job Title: Senior Transmission and Enterprise Engineer

Proposed Job Level: Non FTE

Function: Network Operations

Location: Kigali

Reporting to: Head of Network Operations

Date: 30/April/2024

Purpose of the Job (Brief)

To ensure SLA achievements, incident resolution/closure and consistent and useful communication to customers on Incidents Tickets generated through the Enterprise Support NOC, Airtel Networks and Partner Vendors; As well as highlight areas of improvement in processes and Ways of Working

Deliverables (Maximum 5-6 key responsibilities)

Expected Key Results

Activities (Detailed KPIs)

§ Network management operational support
  • Monitor all Enterprise outages, summarize every 2 hours in details and ensure that correct feedback is being published.
  • Maintain Proactive communication with Customer on all outages
  • Technical Support to Enterprise Field Team in charge of Service Delivery when required
  • Ensure that both Internal and External SLAs are met and there is no delay in analysis at FO / BO level and Escalate to GM Network Ops and Service Head in case support is required.
  • Ensure preparation of RCA and Review by GM Network Ops and Service Head as per new Format for TTs which are closed beyond MTTR.
  • Escalate unmet SLAs cases to GM Network Ops and Service Head if unable to get support rather than allow customer to raise it in a different forum.
  • Ensure Correct Proactive feedback is given to customer by Helpdesk and BO on all pending outages.
  • Ensure that correct daily and weekly report is submitted to the customer
  • Ensure weekly tracker is kept for any spare unit related issue.
  • Coordinate the activities of Problem Management team.
  • Insure Daily, weekly and Monthly reporting requirements for Airtel Rwanda and Partners OPCO w.r.t Enterprise NOC Performance.

Decision level

Prime: Final Decision

Making authority, accountable to the Management

Shared: Decisions reached jointly with peers on a collective basis

Contributory: Makes a major contribution to a decision or policy judgment reached by others



Demonstrate (Key competencies)

Skills critical to the role:

· Influencing, Negotiation, Analytical, Project Management, Change Management, Customer Service

Educational Level:

Must have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications or Similar domain
  • Sound skills in IP Networks (Switching and Routing)
  • Fluency in English
  • Advance proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Advanced Project Management skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and issues, simultaneously
  • Ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organization.
  • Good analytical and numerical skills
  • Must demonstrate interpersonal savvy with the ability to maneuver through complex situations effectively while building constructive relationships
  • Ability to build partnerships in a matrix organizational environment
  • Ability to manage an outsourcing partner to deliver business solution

Working Experience:

Must have:

  • 5 years of Customer service experience (Experience working in a customer facing role is a must)
  • 3 years of relevant experience in Telecom
  • 4-6 years in handling the similar position in different company
  • Excellent organizational, communication skills, and attention to detail



Dimensions

Impact of position:

  • Excellent ability as a consultant/negotiator to influence customers
  • Strong budget and management skills, including proven ability to project/process manage
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity, tight timelines, multiple priorities, and demanding customers, in a fast-moving, constantly changing environment
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • High degree of professionalism, maturity and confidentiality
  • Strong oral and written interpersonal skills
  • Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input to the Business unit
  • Ability to lead in an environment of constant change.
  • Creative, forward thinker
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Impact on customers (Please select one of the options below):

i) Type of customers

Mainly Internal                       Mainly External                               Internal & External

No. of Subordinates : No direct reports

Approvals

Reporting Manager

Functional Head

Business HR

C&B

How to Apply

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 30th April 2024.

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Transmission Network Design & Optimization Engineer at Airtel Rwanda Ltd | Kigali:Deadline: 30-04-2024

By
B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Transmission Network Design & Optimization Engineer

Business Unit / Function

Network

Location

Kigali Rwanda

Department

NW Design, Planning & Optimization

Written By

Administrative Reporting to: (Please provide position title)

Transmission Network Design & Optimization Manager

Approved by:

Functional Reporting to: (Please provide position title)

Head NW Design & Optimization




  1. JOB PURPOSE

(Briefly describe the general purpose of the position or its significance from the organization’s point of view and how it contributes to the overall mission/objective of the organization).

To ensure the Design & Optimization for the end-to-end Transmission Network and ensure robust and high-quality access, backbone and international connectivity infrastructure to support various services on the 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, VAS and other existing systems. The role also involves KPI monitoring and analysis as well as capacity dimensioning and management.

The role will require a high degree of co-ordination with Central Technical team and strategic partners for governance of Transmission Network operational activities and validation & evaluation of Transmission network designs.




  1. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Expected End Results (“WHAT”)

(List the expected end results that must be achieved in order to fulfill the job purpose)

Supporting Activities (“HOW”) (What are the key activities undertaken to achieve the desired end results?

Provide Transmission network strategic and architecture planning, ensuring robustness, scalability, inter-operability and appropriate technology

Check the Transmission Connectivity plan for 2G/3G/4G/5G Network (overall), and provide the client with recommendations and solutions that ensure the maximum source utilization with minimum cost for a secured Transmission network.

  • Review the Microwave links budget design (individual) and make sure it complies with the ITU standards, taking into consideration all the environmental and geographical related parameters.
  • Analyze Transmission paths statistics which come out of different Business Object reports.
  • Transport network capacity dimensioning, scope of work preparations, solution validation, bill of quantities verification and project implementation advisory and support.

KPI governance and performance analysis for Transmission Network optimization recommendations

Specify the impact of the Transmission problems on the GSM / WCDMA and LTE Networks (Drop call, Outage, Blocking…)

  • Troubleshoot the Transmission problems and determine the problem’s causes and provide recommendations and advice.
  • Use different Transmission Management Systems for the Analysis and troubleshooting processes as Mini Link Manager, DXX Manager, ENM & NCE.
  • Perform monthly & weekly reports that contain all the transmission exceptions, special events, recommendations.

Transmission Network capacity management
  • Evaluation of strategic partners’ Transmission Network evolution proposals and compare this with network projections and Airtel design guidelines.
  • Ensure plans for link upgrades for all links operating above a defined threshold (i.e. 70%).

Accurate & timely CAPEX and OPEX budget planning for Transmission network
  • Replication of industry best practices.
  • Accurate quantification of transmission links in the network
  • Prepare Quarterly Inventory reports for CAPEX/OPEX budgets.

Transmission Network change request management and acceptance test verification
  • Checking, validation and recommend for approval all propose changes by partners.
  • Review the acceptance tests and compare this with network performance.




  1. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

(State the minimum acceptable proficiency for this job. Do not state incumbent-specific information)

Educational Qualifications & Functional/Technical Skills

Bachelor’s in engineering/technology (Electronics & Communication).

Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)

2-3 years of versatile experience in Operations, Optimization and Planning of Transmission Networks.

Understanding of latest technological trends in Transmission Network, including classical ones too, PDH, SDH, ATM, IP systems, Fiber technologies, IPRAN & DWDM basics etc.

Other requirements (Behavioral etc.)
  1. Strong analytical skills
  2. Strong Organizational & Motivational Skills
  3. Strong communication and Interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 30th April 2024.

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RAN Optimization Engineer at Airtel Rwanda Ltd | Kigali :Deadline: 30-04-2024

By
B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Airtel Rwanda- Job Description

(Deliverables, Decision level, Demonstrate & Dimensions)

Job Title: RAN Optimization Engineer

Proposed Job Level: B6

Function: Networks Director

Location: Rwanda OpCo

Reporting to: NW Planning and Optimization Managers

Date: 30/April/2024

Purpose of the Job (Brief)

The Radio Optimization Engineer (RAN) will support our network service delivery objectives with regard to guaranteed and optimal Radio Network performance according to our business objectives.
He/She will be responsible for the analysis, implementation, optimization and enhancement of wireless telecommunications networks. The individual will typically oversee and guide optimization work related and work closely with Planning/Design and Quality Engineers.


Organisational Chart

Chart

Deliverables (Maximum 5-6 key responsibilities)

This section requires the top five accountabilities that role is to deliver own. Written in outcome language, this is not a listing of tasks but a grouping of tasks to determine outcomes required from the tasks.

Expected Key Results

Activities (Detailed KPIs)

RF Optimization of GSM/UMTS/LTE Networks
  • Identify, analyze and troubleshoot worst cell list for all technologies with respect to Accessibility, Retainability, Mobility and Integrity.
  • RF coverage optimization based on drive reports and customer complaints
  • Handle customer complaints in collaboration with Quality and design teams
  • GSM: ensure TCH & SD congestion is within acceptable levels.
  • UMTS: maintain traffic balance between layers and troubleshoot RAB & RRC assignment failures.
  • LTE: ensure access failures are within acceptable levels.
  • Manage traffic between different technologies and layers.
  • Proactively monitor congestion and utilization.
  • Identify, analyze and troubleshoot worst cell list for all technologies with respect to drop calls
  • Audit BCCH/BSIC/SC/PCI plan for collisions
  • New site and/or new carrier validation(SSVs and KPIs Acceptance)
  • New feature and parameter trials to improve different technologies

Domain knowledge and Experience
  • Good knowledge of GSM, UMTS, and LTE RF principles, protocols, call flows, system parameters and algorithms.
  • Specialized in RF Planning and Optimization (GSM, UMTS, LTE);
  • Experiences in RF hardware configurations and system updates/upgrades;
  • Well versed in the tools used to retrieve and analyze KPIs (Ericsson Business Objects) and also in tools used to analyze drive test data (TEMS…).
  • Strong analytical skills to determine radio network impact in changing environments;
  • Works independent, but also a good team player;
  • Responsible, Service minded, flexible, taking initiatives;
  • Result oriented and customer focused;
  • Process oriented and quality driven.

Character/Disposition Sought
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Results orientation
  • Analytical and problems Solving
  • Multi culture and inter-personal skills
  • Consulting, Facilitation and Selling skills
  • General management
  • Leadership qualities
  • Ability to formulate strong & doable processes with complete measurability at all levels
  • Strong Audit capability based on operational experience

Internal and External Contacts
  • Internal – Airtel Africa Operating Company, Airtel Africa HQ.
  • External – Airtel Managed Services/Managed Capacity partners, third party contractors and other equipment vendors.

Decision level

This section requires an overview of the decisions taken by the role holder and who actually takes accountability for the decisions. It is a description of primary versus shared responsibility or where one only contributes to decisions.

Prime: Final Decision

Making authority, accountable to the Management

Shared: Decisions reached jointly with peers on a collective basis

Contributory: Makes a major contribution to a decision or policy judgment reached by others

Demonstrate (Key competencies)

This section requires an overview of the skills, education and experience required to do the job at a satisfactory level. It is not a list of the job holder’s qualification.

Educational Level:

Must have:

Bachelor degree (technical/telecommunications);

Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in the RF planning field;

Working Experience:

Must have:

  • Knowledge of 2G, 3G and LTE technologies architecture and standards
  • Experience in measuring and analyzing network KPI ‘key performance indicators’

Dimensions

Impact of position:

This section requires an overview of the skills, education and experience required to do the job at a satisfactory level. It is not a list of the job holder’s qualification.

Impact on customers (Please select one of the options below):

i) Type of customers

Mainly Internal                       Mainly External                               Internal & External

No. of Subordinates :

This section requires an indication of the number of direct reports the one manages within the role. If there is a matrix reporting then that would be placed here as well.

Approvals

Reporting Manager

Functional Head

Business HR

C&B

How to Apply

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 30th April 2024.

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Performance Monitoring Engineer at Airtel Rwanda Ltd | Kigali: Deadline: 30-04-2024

By
B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Airtel Rwanda- Job Description

(Deliverables, Decision level, Demonstrate & Dimensions)

Job Title: Performance Monitoring Engineer

Proposed Job Level: B6

Function: Networks Director

Location: Rwanda OpCo

Reporting to: Network Quality Coordinator

Date: 30/April/2024

Purpose of the Job (Brief)

The Performance Monitoring Engineer will support our network service delivery objectives with regard to Performance KPIs reports and analysis. This is to evaluate our Network Quality level and pointing areas of improvement according to our business objectives.

He/She will be responsible for the analysis, design and enhancement of KPIs reports of telecommunications networks. The individual will typically provide different reports which will guide the work of Optimization Engineers and interface with Project Coordinators.

Deliverables (Maximum 5-6 key responsibilities)

This section requires the top five accountabilities that role is to deliver own. Written in outcome language, this is not a listing of tasks but a grouping of tasks to determine outcomes required from the tasks.


Expected Key Results

Activities (Detailed KPIs)

Maintainance, monitoring and reporting of network performance level
  • Create and distribute daily Worst Cells to Optimization team and performance reports – Flash report and Traffic Executive report daily analysis.
  • Compile, create and distribute daily (or twice daily) Pre and Post KPIs related to any Major change in the Network: Sites upgrades and any project impacting RAN performance.
  • Compile, create and distribute weekly executive level reports – Network Weekly Journals.
  • Create and maintain trouble tickets for issues related to RAN performance.
  • Sleeping cell audit for 2G, 3G, 4G: Monitor 24-hour traffic trend to identify any cells that have stopped carrying traffic (Voice and Data).
  • VIP & Customer Trace Analysis: Use traces to analyze customer and VIP complaints.
  • Daily Pop Ups: Refresh and analyze performance related reports hourly and take necessary action with assistance of Optimization Team.

Domain knowledge and Experience
  • Performance Engineers should have good knowledge of GSM, UMTS and LTE KPIs.
  • They should be well versed in tools utilized for KPI retrieval and performance monitoring, such as Microsoft Excel.
  • Works independent, but is also a team player.
  • Responsible, Service minded, flexible, taking initiatives;
  • Result oriented and customer focused;
  • Well versed in the tools used to retrieve and analyze KPIs (Ericsson Business Objects) and also in tools used to analyze drive test data (TEMS…).
  • Strong analytical skills to determine radio network impact in changing environments;
  • Works independent, but also a good team player;
  • Responsible, Service minded, flexible, taking initiatives;
  • Result oriented and customer focused;
  • Process oriented and quality driven.

Character / Disposition Sought
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Results orientation
  • Analytical and problems Solving
  • Multi culture and inter-personal skills
  • Consulting, Facilitation and Selling skills.
  • Strong Audit capability based on operational experience

Internal and External Contacts
  • Internal – Airtel Africa Operating Company, Airtel Africa HQ.
  • External – Airtel Managed Services/Managed Capacity partners, third party contractors and other equipment vendors.



Decision level

This section requires an overview of the decisions taken by the role holder and who actually takes accountability for the decisions. It is a description of primary versus shared responsibility or where one only contributes to decisions.

Prime: Final Decision

Making authority, accountable to the Management

Shared: Decisions reached jointly with peers on a collective basis

Contributory: Makes a major contribution to a decision or policy judgment reached by others

Demonstrate (Key competencies)

This section requires an overview of the skills, education and experience required to do the job at a satisfactory level. It is not a list of the job holder’s qualification.

Educational Level:

Must have:

Bachelor degree (technical/telecommunications);

Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience in the Network Telecom field;

Working Experience:

Must have:

  • Experience in measuring and analyzing network KPI ‘key performance indicators’.
  • Experience in Customer complaint Handling.

Dimensions

Impact of position:

This section requires an overview of the skills, education and experience required to do the job at a satisfactory level. It is not a list of the job holder’s qualification.

Impact on customers (Please select one of the options below):

i) Type of customers

Mainly Internal                       Mainly External                               Internal & External

No. of Subordinates :

This section requires an indication of the number of direct reports the one manages within the role. If there is a matrix reporting then that would be placed here as well.

Approvals

Reporting Manager

Network Quality Coordinator

Functional Head

Network Director

Business HR

C&B

How to Apply

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 30th April 2024.

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