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Internal Control & Compliance Coordinator at Save the Children | Kigali: Deadline: 22-03-2024

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Advert – Internal Control & Compliance Coordinator

About the Role:

Save the Children (SC) is the world’s largest independent child rights organization, underpinned by a vision of a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

The ICCC is accountable for assessing, monitoring and help mitigating both internal and external risks across the Country Programme; and providing effective challenge to the quality of management oversight on key functions within the Country Programme. Developing high quality approaches and systems, the ICCC works closely with function/department leads and other senior staff, ensuring effective monitoring and response to external risks, associated with local government and authorities, compliance with policy and regulations, legal and local political issues and coordinator of the country office risk management plan. Collaborating with teams across the country programme, the SCI Regional Office, Global Assurance and Centre for relevant areas, the ICCC will also ensure that high quality, effective systems are in place to monitor and respond to internal risks, associated with but not limited to partnerships and local NGO relationships, compliance with SCI policy and regulation, child safeguarding, fraud and corruption.


QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Relevant Professional qualifications (CPA/CA/ACCA)
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 3 years spent working at NGO.
  • Experience in fraud awareness and case investigation management
  • An unquestionably high level of integrity and ethics
  • Computer fluency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working in complex financial systems.
  • Understanding of strategic finance issues with strong influencing skills, sharp business acumen and sound judgment
  • Experience of working effectively, independently and with minimal supervision
  • Strong relationship builder with a proven track record in forming good business partnerships and utilising collaborative approaches.
  • Excellent communication skills, initiative, the ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently is essential.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
  • Available to travel frequently to all country locations.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili.


The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

This position is on Child Safeguarding- Level 3:  The post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs. Or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.


ANTI-HARASSMENT Policy

We are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all those who work for us and for all those who come into contact with our staff and representatives, including children and members of the communities with whom we work.

SCI takes a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others.

Application Information: Click Here

Deadline for receiving applications is 22nd  March 2024.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. *

*Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process*










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Announcement about an employment opportunity for a contractual position of a driver in Dar Es Salaam at RRA: DEadline:15th March 2024,

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JOB VACANCY
Rwanda Revenue Authority is seeking to recruit self-motivated, qualified person of high integrity to  fill the contractual position of a Driver in Dar es Salaam- Tanzania for a period of one (1) year




DRIVER (1 POSITION)

Under the supervision of Dar es Salaam- Tanzania Station Section, a Driver is responsible for transporting RRA staff stationed at Dar es Salaam to and from their duties together with other activities as may be assigned to him.

Main duties

➢ Driving and taking staff and other persons involved in RRA activities to different
destinations as required by the supervisor or other superior;
➢ Completing the vehicle log book on daily basis recording each movement;
➢ Ensuring the safety of the vehicle and its tools;
➢ Keeping the vehicle clean and neat.




Qualifications skills and competences

✓ Certificate of Secondary Education or equivalent qualification in General Mechanics;
✓ Driving license with categories B & D;
✓ Two (2) years working experience as a driver in EAC countries with a valid Tanzanian
working Permit;
✓ General mechanics skills;
✓ Good driving ability;
✓ Car maintenance skills;




Basic Knowledge of English or French;

✓ Time management skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit below application documents in PDF format to
recruitment@rra.gov.rw : their Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the Identity Card, valid Tanzanian work permit, copy of the Certificate as per the required qualification and a copy of driving license.
Note that:
✓ Deadline to submit application documents is 15th March 2024,
✓ All exams will be held in Dar es Salaam-Tanzania.
✓ The successful candidate shall be based in Dar es Salaam- Tanzania.

Done at Kigali on 07/03/2024

 

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Zonal Business Manager at Airtel Rwanda Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 17-03-2024

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Job Advert – Zonal Business Manager

1. Description

Position Title: Zonal Business Manager

Reports to: Sales & Distribution Director

Function/Department: Sales & Distribution

Location: All Provinces of Rwanda


2. Job Purpose

To plan, monitor and ensure achievement of customer and revenue market share objectives set for zonal operations by supervising/ influencing multiple teams to deliver operational excellence in customer service, channel management and market expansion for Airtel in Rwanda.

3. Responsibilities: Deliverables (Maximum 5-6 key responsibilities)

Expected Key Results 

       Activities (Detailed KPIs) 

1. To add Revenue earning customer net additions – Prepaid and Postpaid in the zone

  • To drive the zonal S&D KPIs in the zone through the zonal teams.
  • Plan and execute market development input led activities
  • to drive quality of gross additions, gain SOGA, leverage new sites deployment.

2. Primaries growth and recharge availability

  • To drive primaries through the month ahead of decrement
  • Monitor and execute channel performance on primaries through zonal team
  • Ensure retail recharge availability index and ensure no trade stock outs

3. Site wise KPIs

  • To plan, execute and monitor program on ground with zonal teams for Site Productivity on % utilization, Retail
  • Outlet presence as per norms and Revenue per Site as per norms.

4. To deliver Channel Satisfaction Score

  • Constantly ensuring healthy ROI of channel partners (Distributors, retailers, resellers).
  • Timely disbursement of claims to the market, regular trade servicing, Channel delight activities.

5. Rural Penetration

  • Develop localized strategies that would ensure an increase in Airtel’s penetration and dominance of the rural market in the zone.

6. Distribution Width and Depth

  • To identify and formulate zonal sales strategies to help drive distribution through input parameters of Retail Outlets presence and expansion, Sim selling outlets penetration, Distributor infra as per norms on DSRs / Stock norms, Scope non-conventional methods to drive Gross and Revenue.

7. People Development

  • Continuously motivating the front line by leading from the front and setting examples for them to follow, create effective on ground execution, Market Intelligence, Training and Development, Effective feedback mechanism for individual development needs and to monitor program on the agreed needs of each team member

8. Review Mechanism

  • To develop and implement review calendar with team (Weekly, Mid-Month and Monthly) on all Zonal KPIs, track cross functional issues for follow ups and closure, engage in regular and well-structured Channel Review system

9. Trade visibility

  • Constantly ensure that the Airtel Brand is visible in the trade and that all retail outlets carry the required branding

10. Zonal Process Compliance

  • Ensure that the zonal process interfacing with Customer (Internal & External), Cost Optimization and DOA are adhered to basis the norms through conducting regular audits. Also, to replicate any Best Practice sharing from other zones for quick deployment at your own zone




4. Requirements:

Qualifications, experience & skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • A minimum of + 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing, with at least 2 years of which must have been at a middle management level handling independent businesses, Sales channels, and teams.
  • Hands on experience in FMCG, Consumer durables & Telecom.
  • Relevant customer centric experience
  • Valid Rwandan Driving License
  • Ability to manage a team and multiple channels/dealers.


How to Apply

Please submit your updated curriculum vitae – CV on recruitment@rw.airtel.com before 17th March 2024.










Pharmaceutical Operations Officer at at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): Deadline: Mar 15, 2024

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RSSB JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Rwanda Social Security Board would like to recruit qualified and dynamic skilled Pharmacists who will be working on contract basis as Pharmaceutical Operations Officer.


Key duties and responsibilities:

 

1. Reception, record according to procedures of pharmaceutical invoices with required supporting documents from pharmacy partners.

2. Analysis of medical prescriptions and related invoices (vouchers) in order to detect all possible cases of noncompliance.

3. Diagnosis and reporting of all abnormal cases related to prescription and dispensation of medicines to RSSB beneficiaries.

4. Make necessary arrangements and conduct reconciliation activities with assigned pharmacy partner.

5. Sort out invoices related to accidents and timely submit them to concerned functions for subrogation and handling.

6. On time elaboration and transmission of periodic reports related to activities done.

7. Record and summarize all information on invoices from pharmacy partners on regular basis in compliance with verification forms.

8. Actively participate in fraud management including fraud prevention, detection, reporting and recommendation of action to be taken by competent authorities.

9. Ensure detection and reporting of case related to malpractice and abuse of pharmaceutical services.

10. Prepare response to request letters from partners and address their claims according to client charter.

11. Participate in activities of planning and execution of regular visits of pharmacy partner in order to monitor the quality service to RSSB affiliates and the compliance of pharmacy partners to their agreements with RSSB.

12. Prepare and submit to the hierarchy reports on activities of pharmacy partners’ monitoring visits.

13. Participate in meetings on the update of the list and prices of drugs reimbursable in collaboration of other members of RHIA.

14. Perform activities of updating the list and prices of reimbursable drugs.

15. Report regularly or punctually on activities of Pharmaceutical Operations Unit.

16. Participate in meetings and consultations with pharmacy partners.

17. Analyze reports / data and propose practical ways of data quality improvements.

18. Engage with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the course of work while upholding and promoting RSSB’s image.

19. Participate in various meetings (internal and external forums) and prepare related reports.

20. Perform any other duties related to invoices verification function or pharmaceutical operations function as may be assigned from time to time.


Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in pharmacy Field from Rwandan Universities or its equivalence provided by the concerned Institution recognized by Rwanda National Pharmacy Council.

 

2. Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from Rwandan Universities or its equivalence provided by the concerned Institution recognized by Rwanda National Pharmacy Council with 2 years relevant experience or having previously benefited an internship training of at least 6 moths in RSSB.


How to Apply

If you are interested for this job, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to the link https://forms.office.com/r/CQHb1XWqvh not later than 08th March 2024.

RSSB Management

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Pharmaceutical Verification Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) : Deadline: Mar 15, 2024

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RSSB JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 

 Rwanda Social Security Board would like to recruit qualified and dynamic skilled Pharmacists who will be working on contract basis as pharmaceutical verification officer. 


Key duties and responsibilities: 

 

  1. Reception, record according to procedures of pharmaceutical invoices with required supporting documents from pharmacy partners. 
  2. Analysis of medical prescriptions and related invoices (vouchers) to detect all possible noncompliance cases. 
  3. Diagnosis and reporting of all abnormal cases related to prescription and dispensation of medicines to RSSB beneficiaries. 
  4. Make necessary arrangements and conduct reconciliation activities with assigned pharmacy partner. 
  5. Sort out invoices related to accidents and timely submit them to concerned functions for subrogation and handling. 
  6. On time elaboration and transmission of periodic reports related to activities done. 
  7. Record and summarize all information on invoices from pharmacy partners on regular basis in compliance with verification forms.  
  8. Actively participate in fraud management including fraud prevention, detection, reporting and recommendation of action to be taken by competent authorities. 
  9. Ensure detection and reporting of case related to malpractice and abuse of pharmaceutical services. 
  10. Prepare response to request letters from partners and address their claims according to client charter. 
  11. Participate in activities of planning and execution of regular visits of pharmacy partner in order to monitor the quality service to RSSB affiliates and the compliance of pharmacy partners to their agreements with RSSB. 
  12. Prepare and submit to the hierarchy reports on activities of pharmacy partners’ monitoring visits.  
  13. Participate in meetings on the update of the list and prices of drugs reimbursable in collaboration of other members of RHIA. 
  14. Perform activities of updating the list and prices of reimbursable drugs. 
  15. Report regularly or punctually on activities of Pharmaceutical Operations Unit. 
  16. Participate in meetings and consultations with pharmacy partners. 
  17. Analyze reports / data and propose practical ways of data quality improvements. 
  18. Engage with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the course of work while upholding and promoting RSSB’s image. 
  19. Participate in various meetings (internal and external forums) and prepare related reports. 
  20. Perform any other duties related to invoices verification function or pharmaceutical operations function as may be assigned from time to time. 


Qualifications 

 

  1. Master’s degree in pharmacy Field from Rwandan Universities or its equivalence provided by the concerned Institution recognized by Rwanda National Pharmacy Council. 

 

2. Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from Rwandan Universities or its equivalence provided by the concerned Institution recognized by Rwanda National Pharmacy Council with 2 years relevant experience or having previously benefited an internship training of at least 6 moths in RSSB.   

 


How to Apply 

If you are interested in this job, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to the link https://forms.office.com/r/6GXLKpjJFD not later than 08th March 2024. 

 

RSSB Management 










Head of Health Economics and Financing (AfCDC) at africa union: Deadline: March 15, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT

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Purpose of Job

The Head of Health Economics and Financing, Africa CDC shall direct and manage the daily operations of the Health Economics and Financing in order to achieve the strategic objectives of the Division and the Africa CDC’s overall goals


Main Functions

  • Supervises staff and manages the work of the Division to ensure their effectiveness in addressing Africa CDC and Member State health economics and financing evidence, capacity and policy needs.
  • Designs strategies and policies to address health economics and financing technical issues relating to the overall work of Africa CDC.
  • Contributes to the development of the business continuity plan and ensures its implementation at division level.
  • Ensures risk management and mitigation.
  • Oversees the expansion and development of new and existing activities of the Division.
  • Addresses challenges relating to current practices in related field or relevant area.
  • Engages stakeholders within Members States and RECs in designing and implementing health economics and financing strategies to support decision-making at Member State and regional levels.
  • Represents the organisation and explains its position at conferences.
  • Mobilises funds from donors and allocates them towards the implementation of strategies and activities of the Division.
  • Oversees the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitors budget execution at division level.


Specific Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of the Division’s strategy and priority areas of work in alignment with the overall organizational strategy and health economics and financing needs of Member States.
  • Lead and coordinate efforts to support evidence-informed policies by Africa CDC and Member States through evidence generation tailored to the health economics needs of Africa CDC and Member States.
  • Initiate, lead and coordinate relevant activities to establish and promote health economics capacity at all units of Africa CDC and Member States.
  • Initiate, lead and facilitate the use of health economics tools and methods to deliver technical analyses that support priority setting at Africa CDC and Member States.
  • Coordinate delivery of technical assistance to Member States in leveraging health economics evidence for prioritization decisions.
  • Lead and coordinate engagements with stakeholders (such as academic and research institutions and professional networks) to strengthen capacity for health economics in Member States and across regional levels.
  • Lead and facilitate the identification of health economics needs of Member States and provision of technical assistance for institutionalization of priority setting in Member States.
  • Lead the development of appropriate materials to promote evidence use in policies by Africa CDC and Member States.
  • Identify synergies with other units within the African Union with a focus on health economics and financing and provide technical support where needed.
  • Oversee engagement with partners to mobilize resources to support implementation of strategic roadmap of the Division.
  • Lead and coordinate dissemination of outputs from technical analyses through scientific and policy avenues.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

  • Master’s degree in health economics, health financing, public health, public policy, or other closely related fields, with twelve (12) years of work experience of which a minimum of seven (7) and five (5) years of managerial and supervisory exposure.
  • A doctoral degree in the relevant area would be an advantage.
  • Experience working at national or international public health institution is required.
  • Experience in engaging stakeholders and influencing policies, brokering informed consensus, and managing complex bargains among institutions or stakeholders with divergent interests.
  • Experience in conceptualizing and conducting health economics research, evidenced by policy-relevant publications in health economics and financing.
  • Experience in mobilizing resources to support defined evidence generation, capacity strengthening and policy activities


Required Skills

  • Managerial skills, political tactfulness and supervisory skills to achieve documented objectives.
  • Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally.
  • Ability to identify key strategic opportunities and risks.
  • Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff.
  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish); fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.


Leadership Competencies

Strategic Perspective ….
Developing Others ….
Managing Risk
Change Management…..

Core Competencies

Building Relationship ….
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with impact

Functional Competencies

Conceptual thinking ….
Job Knowledge and information sharing:
Drive for Result ….
Fosters Innovation:

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

REMUNERATION:

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$   126,440.93  (P5 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 108,357.41 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.





Applications must be submitted no later than March 15, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT.

-Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.

-Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.

-Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

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Head Internal Oversight (AfCDC) at African Union: Deadline: March 15, 2024  11h59 p.m. EAT

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Purpose of Job

The incumbent is responsible for the overall planning and coordination of activities/projects/programs of the Internal Oversight. He/She shall direct and manage the daily operations of the internal oversight functions of the Africa CDC to achieve the strategic objectives of the Office and the Africa CDC’s overall goals. This includes planning, developing and implementing strategic policies so as to enhance and protect organizational values by providing risk-based and objective assurance, investigations, advice, and insights.


Main Functions

  • Develop and implement the IO’s medium and long-term goals and objectives, and related annual audit and work plans.
  • Define the broad objectives and scope for each audit project / review.
  • Provide guidance and on-the-job trainings to audit staff on technical and administrative matters.
  • Analyze guidelines and standards for internal oversight activities in the course of ensuring consistency of approach and adequacy of practice of subordinate auditors.
  • Evaluate internal control systems and make solid recommendations to promote operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with AU rules, policies and procedures.
  • Present major audit results and recommendations to management.
  • Provide expert advice on financial, administrative, operational matters and/or control systems, procedures and activities as well as key management initiatives.
  • Assist to ensure that IO’s investigation activities are in conformity with the best practices and “Uniform Principles and Guidelines for Investigations” that are periodically endorsed by the Conference of International Investigators.
  • Monitor the status of audit recommendations.
  • Designs strategies and policies in order to address the pertinent issues in risk management and mitigation.
  • Assesses the effectiveness of the Africa CDC business continuity plan and monitor its implementation in the Organisation.
  • Assesses the risk management systems put in place and monitors the mitigation measures across the institution.
  • Oversees the expansion and development of new and existing activities of the Office.
  • Assesses the programmes on engagement of stakeholders within Members States, RECs and partners in designing and implementing risk management and mitigation strategies.
  • Prepares periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitors budget execution at Division level.
  • Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting, retaining, and motivating diverse talent; Develop and maintain operating rules and procedures.
  • Review developed policies and guidelines in accordance with the organizations’ legal framework and monitor their implementation.
  • Manages and supervises employees within the division, to ensure effectiveness and efficiency and timely delivery of the Division’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation.


Specific Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of multiple teams and resources of the Office of Internal Oversight.
  • Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of established internal control to prevent and/or detect errors and irregularities and determine compliance / conformance with existing controls, best practices and international standards.
  • Provide direction and leadership with respect to all phases of each audit/review.
  • Lead audits/reviews of a sensitive and complex nature;
  • Provide technical updates to the audit teams on new developments in the audit profession.
  • Review working papers and related audit/review communications (e.g., OIO audit reports, investigation reports, activity reports etc.);
  • Liaise on IO audit/investigation matters with Africa CDC directorates, institutions, senior management and operational staff as appropriate.
  • Assist in coordinating with external auditors and establish a data base for all audit recommendations.
  • Assesses and monitor the achievement of organizational objectives, identify and assess risks to ensure achievement of those objectives and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Assess compliance with policies, laws and regulations.
  • Assists management in the effective discharge of their responsibilities by furnishing them with analyses, appraisal, counsel and audit recommendations on the activities reviewed/audited.
  • Ascertain the integrity and reliability of financial, management and other information provided to Africa CDC leadership and stakeholders, including that used in decision making.
  • Provide technical leadership and ensure efficient functioning of internal oversight function
  • Direct the implementation of the approved annual work plan and the provision of complete, timely, fair, objective, and accurate internal audit and investigation engagement reports to the Director General and other senior managers as appropriate.
  • Develop a risk-based annual audit plan for the Office of Internal Oversight that is flexible and adaptable to the emerging trends and issues in the Africa CDC.
  • Oversee Africa CDC’s portfolio that focuses on key risks and opportunities to strengthen the institution’s governance, risk management, internal controls and value-for-money, using modern internal audit practices in accordance with professional standards, and ensure that the division operates as an innovative, dynamic, diverse and high-performing office that respects diversity, ethics and integrity, and has a strong focus on results.
  • Ascertain that systems of internal control are laid down and operate effectively to promote the economic, efficient, and effective use of resources and to safeguard assets.
  • Assist the organization to accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.




  • Provides an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organ’s operations.
  • Promote awareness and training of best practices in risk management and mitigation.
  • Provide advisory services on various areas related to audit, risk management, effectiveness of internal, operations and administrative controls
  • Ensure that internal audit activities are in conformity with the International Internal Audit Standards
  • Direct performance/value for money audits in order to improve the relevance, impact, effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability and performance of Africa CDC programmes, projects and methods of operation.
  • Provides secretarial and logistical services for the Audit Committees, as appropriate.
  • Leads an investigation function which examines cases of alleged fraud, misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, waste of resources, or other violations of AU’s regulatory framework, directs the operation of secure and confidential channels for receiving reports of alleged misconduct, and ensure that the division’s investigation activities are in conformity with the best practices and principles of investigations;
  • Establish a quality assurance and improvement program that covers all aspects of internal oversight activities, and continuously monitors its effectiveness, including periodic internal and external review and ongoing self-assessments, such as tracking time taken to produce reports.


Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

  • Master’s degree in auditing or accounting or financial management or relevant disciplines with twelve (12) years of work experience of which a minimum of seven (7) years must have been served at a managerial level, out of which five need to involve direct supervisory responsibilities.
  • Experience in audit, value for money assurance and investigation in similar international organizations, government or private sector entities, or non-governmental organizations
  • Professional qualifications and certifications such as CIA, CPA, CA, CFE, CISA, ACCA, or equivalent are mandatory.
  • Proven track record in managing programmes, people and resources, and technical leadership.
  • Sound knowledge of general management practices and techniques, including results-based management principles, governance and accountability, use of information and communications technology, and techniques of quality assurance analytics
  • Membership in a relevant professional organization will be an added advantage


Required Skills

  • Managerial skills, political tactfulness, and supervisory skills to achieve documented objectives.
  • Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally.
  • Ability to identify key strategic opportunities and risks.
  • Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff.
  • Strong working knowledge of information technology and its implications for business commerce and managing and controlling business operations.
  • Depth knowledge in generally accepted finance and accounting policies, principles and controls
  • Depth knowledge of accounting theory, auditing standards, investigation guidelines, procedures and related techniques.
  • Knowledge of auditing & investigation information systems and systems designs.
  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish); fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.
  • Strong business performance management abilities– monitoring the progress of work against schedules, budgets, quality standards, and achieving/exceeding planned economic benefits in a dynamic operating environment.




Leadership Competencies

Strategic Perspective
Change Management….
Developing others…
Managing Risk..

Core Competencies

Communicating with impact
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Building Relationship

Functional Competencies

Drive for Results
Fosters Innovation
Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

REMUNERATION:

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$   126,440.93  (P5 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 108,357.41 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.




Applications must be submitted no later than March 15, 2024  11h59 p.m. EAT.

-Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.

-Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.

-Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia

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Head, Institute of Genomics (AfCDC) at African Union: Deadline: March 15, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT

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Purpose of Job

The Head of the Institute of Genomics shall direct and manages the daily operations of the Africa CDC Institute of Genomics to achieve the strategic objectives of the Division and the Africa CDC’s overall goals. The head will provide strategic leadership and guidance for strengthening genome sequencing and bioinformatics capacities and capabilities of Member states and promote the application of genome sequencing for public health decision making.


Main Functions

  • Leads Africa CDC’s effort of strengthening foundational capacities of Member States for the routine application of genomics data for diseases control and prevention, disease surveillance, outbreak investigation and emergency response
  • Supervises and manages the work of the  Institute of Genomics to ensure  effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Designs strategies and policies in order to address challenges for routine application of genomics for public health decision making
  • Contributes to the development of the business continuity or sustainability plan for wider application of genome sequencing for improved health outcomes
  • Provide strategic guidance for the establishment of capacity for Africa owned genomics data analysis and archiving platforms and systems
  • Oversees the expansion of use cases of genomics data to address priority disease conditions of Africa
  • Lead Africa CDC’s effort in developing and supporting the implementation of legal frameworks by Member States to institute genomic surveillance as part of national laboratory strategic plan and health sector plan
  • Addresses challenges relating to current practices in related field or relevant area.
  • Engages stakeholders within Members States and RECs in designing and implementing strategies that promote the application of genome sequencing for improved health outcomes .
  • Represents the organisation and explains its position at conferences.
  • Mobilises funds from donors and allocates them towards the implementation of strategies and activities of the institute.
  • Prepares periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitors budget execution at Unit level.


Specific Responsibilities

  • Drive and implement the vision and strategy of the Africa CDC on the implementation of genome sequencing, bioinformatics and data translation to improve public health outcomes
  • Shape the strategy for working with the different divisions, Member States, partners and stakeholders to improve the utility of genomics data for public health actions.
  • Coordinate and interface and work with National Public Health Institutes (NPHIs), national reference laboratories and MOHs to strengthen collaboration under the Africa PGI network and strengthen capacities and enhance efficiencies of existing public health assets.
  • Coordinate the cross-division collaboration to support integration of genomics sequencing in all relevant and key activities of the Africa CDC.
  • Devise sustainable training and mentoring strategies to improve human resources for genome sequencing, bioinformatics, genomic epidemiology and data translation for public health decision making
  • Advice on the introduction of appropriate technologies and promote technology transfer
  • Ensure internal and external milestones, deliverables, and obligations for the Institute of Genomics  are met.
  • Drive and implement strategy for integration of pathogen genomics into public health surveillance systems.
  • Ensure reports, policy briefs and communiques are timely prepared and released, communicated with Members.
  • Performs any other related duties as assigned


Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

  • Master’s degree in laboratory sciences, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, genomic epidemiology, or relevant disciplines with twelve (12) years of work experience of which a minimum of seven (7) managerial experience involving five (5) years supervisory exposure.
  • Experience working in a national or international institution is required.

Required Skills

  • Managerial skills, political tactfulness and supervisory skills to achieve documented objectives.
  • Ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally.
  • Ability to identify key strategic opportunities and risks.
  • Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff.
  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish); fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.


Leadership Competencies

Change Management:
Developing Others
Managing Risk….
Strategic Perspective:

Core Competencies

Building Relationship ….
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with impact


Functional Competencies

Conceptual thinking ….
Job Knowledge
Drive for Result ….
Fosters Innovation:

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The Appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of one (1) year, of which the first three (3) months will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract may be renewed for a similar period subject to funding availability, satisfactory performance and agreed deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

REMUNERATION:

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US$   126,440.93  (P5 Step 5) inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US$ 108,357.41 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff of the African Union Commission.




Applications must be submitted no later than March 15, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT.

-Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.

-Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.

-Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Senior Pharmacist at African Union: Deadline:March 20, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT

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Purpose of Job

To provide technical support for the management, implementation and oversight of all AU Pharmacy operations.

Main Functions

  • Provides support in the preparation and Implement the programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan;
  • Ensures effective coordination and implementation of Unit’s plans and activities at various levels;
  • Liaises with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other relevant stakeholders on relevant matters;
  • Prepares and develops reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division;
  • Provides support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination;
  • Manages and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s performance management policy and system;
  • Conducts complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use;
  • Liaises with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes;
  • Prepares budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required;
  • Contributes in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.


Specific Responsibilities

  • Dispenses drugs prescribed by Physicians.
  • Provides information to patients and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage.
  • Answers to questions and respond to queries on medications from clients.
  • Supports Doctors in the selection of medicines in the management of patients.
  • In collaboration with the Physicians, monitor adherence to therapy of chronic diseases and work with them to optimize treatment outcomes.
  • Oversees, and allocates activities of employees engaged in dispensing prescribed medications and other pharmaceutical products for patient care, according to laid down procedures in a professional manner.
  • Manages the inventory of essential drugs; orders and maintain stock levels at all times.
  • Consults with Physicians, quantifies and forecasts pharmaceutical requirements of medical supplies for procurement.
  • Initiates and be fully involved in the procurement processes of pharmaceutical products in collaboration with the Procurement Division.
  • Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs.
  • Develops and implements methods and procedures for monitoring work activities, such as preparation of records of expenditures, progress reports, etc.
  • Prepares Pharmacy unit budget and share it with the Head of Division, Medical Support Services.
  • Evaluates employee performance, and recommend interventions where necessary.
  • Trains and mentors interns and other medical personnel on matters pertaining to pharmacy.
  • Participates in continuing medical education programs for Medical staff.
  • Ensures 24 hour AU Pharmacy coverage on a shift basis (for day time, night time, weekends and public holidays).
  • Ensures smooth running of the AU Pharmacy.
  • Performs any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.


Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

  • Master’s Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized University with 7 years’ post qualification working experience as a registered Clinical Pharmacist, work experience within a government hospital, private practice, University Teaching Hospital or international organization as unit, team, section, or department head or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in similar studies with ten (10) years relevant experience
  • Working in a clinical pharmacy role as at the time of application which 3 years should be at supervisor level;
  • Must be registered/ licensed to practice as a Clinical Pharmacist in his/her home Country or Country of residence. Documented training in health commodities and Supply Chain Management.


Required Skills

  • Ability to communicate with medical staff, clients and care givers politely.
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Records management and confidentiality skills
  • Planning, organizational and leadership skills.
  • Communication skills and ability to work in teams in a complex, multi-cultural, multi ethnic environment to achieve unit goals.
  • Computer literacy skills: proficient with various stock management systems, software packages and Hospital Information Systems.
  • Oral, reporting and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another is an added advantage.


Leadership Competencies

Strategic Insight
Developing Others
Change Management
Managing Risk

Core Competencies

Building Relationship
Foster Accountability Culture
Learning Orientation
Communicating with Influence


Functional Competencies

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing…
Drive for Results
Continuous Improvement Orientation

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.


LANGUAGES:
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) is mandatory and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

REMUNERATION:

Indicative basic salary of US$ 37,453.00 (P3 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$ 22,932.00 (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.


Applications must be submitted no later than March 20, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT.
-Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.
-Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.
-The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
-Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

Head of Medical Support Services at African Union: March 20, 2024 11:59 P.m. EAT

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Purpose of Job

To provide technical leadership for the supervision and management for the effective performance of the Radiology, Pharmacy and Laboratory Units.

Main Functions

  • Manages the work of the Division and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per organization’s Performance Management policy and system;
  • Designs strategies and policies consistent with the Department’s goal in order to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area;
  • Contributes to the development of the departmental business continuity plan and ensure implementation at division level;
  • Manages risk within the division and recommend mitigation strategies
  • Designs and plans policy programs to achieve the strategies;
  • Develops new and reviews activities as components of the strategies and policies;
  • Addresses problems in arising to current approaches to relevant area.
  • Engages stakeholders within Members States and RECs in designing and implementing strategies;
  • Represents the organisation and explain its position at conferences;
  • Mobilises funding from all donors to use to execute strategies and activities.
  • Contributes to the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and monitor budget execution at division level.
  • Creates an inspiring work environment to enable staff development and professional progression.


Specific Responsibilities

  • Supervises and manages the employees of the Division with regard to organization of the Division and performance evaluation.
  • Designs strategies and policies consistent with the AU’s goal in order to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area.
  • Prioritizes Medical programs and priorities, set the direction for Division’s activities, plans, priorities, and workflows in Radiology, Pharmacy and Laboratory Units respectively.
  • Coordinates the activities of the different Units to support the expert clinical care of MHSD clients.
  • Represents the Department in all meetings related to health issues and report back on issues discussed and on action required to the Director, Medical and Health Services.
  • Ensures overall management of the Division; including performance, quality assurance, staff issues and budget related matters of all units under him/ her.
  • Provides input into the recruitment of Division/MHSD staff as required.
  • Set performance standards for self and staff, conduct performance appraisals on schedule and resolve intra unit conflicts.
  • Produces and submits periodic reports on activities and specific missions.
  • Participates in the upgrade of the AU Medical and Health Services Directorate in respect of Equipment, Diagnostic technologies and Continuous Medical Education.
  • Takes leading role in forecasting and procurement of instruments and equipment necessary for running the Laboratory and Radiology Units; ensures preventive maintenance, safety and security of the equipments
  • Oversees the continuing medical education programs for Medical Staff and training of Clinical Attaches and Interns within the Division.
  • Participates in the development and delivery of health promotion, disease prevention and occupational Health and Safety programs of the Directorate. Plays active role in detecting disease outbreaks, their prevention and control. .
  • Participates in programs of AU Medical Services Directorate in respect to technical advice to AU Regional Offices, Organs and AU Field Missions.
  • Performs any other duties as may be assigned by  Director, Medical and Health Services.


Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

  • Must have a Degree in Medicine (MD or MBBS or BMBCh) with 12 years post qualification relevant work experience within a government hospital or private practice, or an International organization which 7 years should be at managerial level and 5 years at supervisory level.

1. Must have specialization in one of these specialties: Laboratory Medicine/Pathology, Radiology or Clinical Pharmacology (mandatory). In addition, she/he should have any of the following additional qualifications:

a. Masters or Member/ MMED of a professional Regional Postgraduate Medical College of Medical Laboratory/Pathologists, Radiologists or Pharmacologists) with  Seven (7) years work experience, including 5 years in management positions.

OR,

Fellow of a professional Regional Postgraduate Medical College of Pathologists, Radiologists or Pharmacologists) with Seven (7) years’ work experience in a clinical role, including 3 years in management positions

b. Must be licensed to practice medicine as a specialist in Laboratory Medicine/ Radiology/ Pharmacology in his/her home country or country of residence, as at the time of application (mandatory).
c. Experience as head of a clinical unit, section, service or department will be an advantage.
2. Documented training in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is an added advantage.


Required Skills

  • A demonstrated ability to initiate and promote collaborative approaches between geographically and culturally disparate partners;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally;
  • Ability to develop and delegate clear program goals, plans and actions, including budgets, that are consistent with agreed strategies;
  • Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff;
  • Working knowledge of policy analysis, and program / project management;
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and work in a multicultural environment;
  • Report writing and presentation skills;
  • Planning and organization skills;
  • Scientific communication abilities as evidenced by scientific /other publications;
  • Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage.


Leadership Competencies

Strategic Perspective:
Developing Others:
Change Management:
Managing Risk:

Core Competencies

Building relationships:
Foster Accountability Culture:
Learning Orientation:
Communicating with impact:


Functional Competencies

Conceptual thinking:
Job Knowledge Sharing;
Drive for Results
Fosters Innovation:

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING:

The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

LANGUAGES:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage


REMUNERATION:

Indicative basic salary of US$  50,746.00 (P5 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment ( 46% of basic salary), Housing allowance US$  26,208.00   (per annum), and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10,000.00 per child per annum), for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3,300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff.

Applications must be made not later than March 20, 2024 11:59 P.m. EAT.

– Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted.

-Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV), an African passport, and the required academic qualifications, such as diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise.

-The African Union is an equal opportunity employer, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

-Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria, Angola, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Comoros, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Sahrawi D.R., Sao Tome and Principe., Seychelles, Somalia and Tunisia.

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Internship Program at African Union: Deadline:April 05, 2024 11h59 p.m. EAT

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Organization Information

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among
the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a New Partnership Worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

In seeking to attain this objective, the African Union intends to build its capacity to deliver, among others, the implementation of its organizational structure.

In this pursuit, the African Union Commission invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for its Internship Program.




AU Values  

• Respect for Diversity and Team Work             • Think Africa Above all

• Transparency and Accountability                    • Integrity and Impartiality

• Efficiency and Professionalism                       • Information and Knowledge Sharing

Purpose of the Internship

The African Union Internship Program provides an opportunity for interns to complement their educational experience and to develop their professional skills and experience through The AU internship program is a full-time engagement through which qualified individuals from diverse academic backgrounds are given the opportunity to gain professional exposure within the AU. As an organization which promotes respect for diversity and team work, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Applicants should have a keen interest in the work of the AU and demonstrate the ability to interact with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

The program aims to expose participants to the workings of the AU at an early stage of their professional career and strengthen their personal and professional skills. It provides an avenue for participants to gain hands-on experience in various applicable fields, while learning in an intercultural environment.  The AU will further gain support from participants who possess adequate knowledge and skills in relevant areas and serve as a potential grooming ground for future African Leaders.


Focus Area

In general, interns assist in providing administrative and technical support for effective implementation of African Union programmes, projects and activities in its below Department/Directorates:

–    Cabinet of the Deputy Chairperson
–    Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE)
–    Economic Development, Trade, Industry, Mining (ETIM)
–    Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI)
–    Infrastructure and Energy (IE)
–    Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS)
–    Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHS)
–    Human Resources Management (HRM)
–    Operations Support Services
–    Management Information Systems Division
–    Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
–    Conference Management and Publications (CMP)
–    Office for Safety and Security Services
–    Citizens and Diaspora (CIDO)
–    Medical and Health Services
–    Financial Control Unit
–    Office of Strategic Planning and Delivery
–    Office of Internal Oversight (OIO)
–    Quality Assurance and Control
–    Ethics, Integrity and Standards
–    Office of the Secretary to the Commission
–    Office of the Legal Counsel (OLC)
–    Office of Protocol
–    Partnership and Resource Mobilization
–    Women, Gender and Youth (WGY)
–    Information and Communication
–    Peace Fund Secretariat
–    New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)


Eligibility Requirements

•    Actively enrolled in at least the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program OR
•    Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree or an advanced/ post graduate (Masters) qualification in a related academic field;
•    Be nationals of a Member State of the African Union.
•    Be full time students currently enrolled in the final year of their Bachelors or graduate school program.
•    Be fluent in at least one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French or Portuguese).
•    Be no more than thirty-two (32) years of age at the time of selection.
•    Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity.
•    Have not been convicted of any serious criminal offence excluding minor traffic offences.
•    Prior work experience is not required for the internship positions.

Terms and Conditions

•    The AU will have no financial obligation towards interns – travel arrangements and cost of accommodation and living expenses will be the responsibility of the interns.
•    AU will use reasonable efforts to assist the interns in obtaining their entry and residence visas.
•    Interns will not be entitled to any compensation for travel.
•    The internship will be authorized only once for three (3) month renewable one time for any candidate
•    Interns are not entitled to medical travel or medical evacuation to and from the internship location at the expenses of the Commission. Interns shall therefore have an individual insurance coverage throughout the duration of the internship.


Required Skills

•    Proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Power Point)
•    Proficiency with e-mail and internet applications,
•    Good interpersonal skills
•    Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
•    Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, Kiswahili) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Core Competencies

•    Ability to communicate clearly
•    Ability to write clearly and concisely
•    Be committed to work
•    Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
•    Possess the highest standard of moral conduct and integrity


Applications

Application for admission to the AU Internship Program are submitted online.
If you are a first-time user of our online registration system, you will need to register before you can log in. You are advised to provide as much relevant information as possible.
Applicants must submit the following supporting documents with their online application:
•    A motivation letter indicating what they expect to gain out of the internship program
•    A copy of valid passport or national identity card
•    Certified copies of relevant academic certificates
•    Current curriculum vitae (CV)
•    Recommendation letter for internship from the institution of learning that they are attending
•    Upon successful submission of their application, applicants will receive an email confirmation that their application has been successfully received.

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Load Control Officer at RwandAir Ltd: Deadline: March 21, 2024

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RwandAir Ltd is Rwanda’s flag carrier airline. It operates domestic and international services to East AfricaCentral AfricaWest AfricaSouthern Africa, Europe and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International Airport.  Our mission is to provide unsurpassed, safe, and reliable services in air transportation, including strategically linking Rwanda with the outside world while ensuring a fair return on investment. As part of the expansion strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, and competent candidates to fill the following vacancy:

  • Job Title:        Load Control Officer
  • Reports to:     Load Control Manager
  • Department: Ground Services
  • Duty Station: Kigali International Airport


Key Duties and Responsibilities;

  • Apply the Standard Operating Procedures/safety procedures to ensure safety at all times.
  • Ensure the use of correct, valid and updated aircraft data provided by the Flight Operations Engineering and Customer Airline(s) to ensure accuracy.
  • Calculate EZFW or payload & send to Flight Dispatch/Pilot-In-Command promptly and by the Customer Airline requirement.
  • Plan the aircraft loading in a manner that maintains ground stability during the offloading/loading process.
  • Apply segregation requirements, compatibility checks & loading regulations for special/DGR loads by the IATA DGR Manual & Customer Airline requirements.
  • Liaise with the passenger handling Duty Manager, Cargo, Dispatch, Ramp Handling, and Pilot in Command on matters related to aircraft loading and dispatching a flight to Ensure Baggage, Cargo, and Mail are planned to optimise payload and space, considering the load priorities and sequence of loading/offloading by the requirements of RwandAir and Customer Airline(s).
  • Prepare the LIRF with the relevant coding scheme for dead loads, IMP codes for special loads, ULD numbers, and supplementary information.
  • Monitor the flight status constantly and highlight changes in Zero Fuel weights to the Flight Dispatch / PIC to adhere to and actions standard tolerable changes.
  • During CLC, liaise with the flight station to ensure the load sheet reflects the actual loading.
  • Produce a safe, fuel-efficient and timely Load sheet to ensure ultimate flight safety, OTP and cost-efficiency
  • Ensure a Notification-to-Captain (NOTOC) is received from Cargo for special/DGR loads and submit it promptly to the aircraft PIC/flight station.
  • Ensure that load control documents (load sheet, loading instruction, post-flight messages) maintain an excellent standard of accuracy with all relevant sub-information duly indexed for an acceptable presentation and understanding of the front-line staff, as well as for filing purposes
  • Ensured prompt compliance with the license renewal/revalidation processes for RwandAir and customer airline (s).
  • Alert outstations about expected delays, if any.
  • Reports security threats and incidents that occurred during daily operations.
  • Reports safety hazards and incidents identified during daily operations to the supervisor.
  • Perform other department duties related to the position as directed by the Heads of the Department.


Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • A bachelor’s degree of science in engineering, computer science, or a university degree in any other subject with proof of relevant professional qualification in Flight operations or a background in science subjects, specifically Mathematics/Physics.
  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in airline operations or engineering-related work.
  • Communication/interpersonal skills
  • General ground service knowledge
  • Proven ability to write and communicate in English with knowledge of French is an added advantage
  • Computer literate
  • Safety Awareness
  • Integrity
  • Leadership
  • Team player
  • Service Focused
  • Proactive/result orientated
  • Self-motivated
  • Physically fit
  • Competent Female candidates are encouraged to apply


How to Apply:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief HR & Administration Officer;
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae;
  • Relevant certificates;
  • Copies of academic papers;
  • A photocopy of the Passport/National ID.
  • Three referees

The deadline for submitting your applications is on March 21, 2024. Please send your application to recruitment@rwandair.com. The subject of your email should have the title of the job you applied for.

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Barista at RwandAir Ltd: Deadline:March 17, 2024

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RwandAir Ltd is Rwanda’s flag carrier airline. It operates domestic and international services to East AfricaCentral AfricaWest AfricaSouthern Africa, Europe and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International Airport.  Our mission is to provide unsurpassed, safe, and reliable services in air transportation, including strategically linking Rwanda with the outside world while ensuring a fair return on investment. As part of the expansion strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, and competent candidates to fill the following vacancy;

  • Job Title:              Barista
  • Reports to:           Administration Manager
  • Department:        HR & Administration


Job Purpose

The barista will ensure RwandAir staff receive high-quality coffee and tea with exceptional service.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and serve coffee, tea and drinks that meet quality standards for RwandAir staff as per the schedule to be given quickly and efficiently
  • Cleaning kitchen and washing utensils before and after use.
  • Properly handle and maintain all equipment and a high standard of hygiene in the kitchen.
  • Respond to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints in a polite and efficient manner
  • Observe relevant health and safety standards
  • Collects all the cups and wash them
  • Dries crockery and puts it away in their respective cabinets.
  • Keeps stock of beverages, sugar, milk, coffee, tea etc.
  • Orders new stock when necessary


Desired Profile: Required education, Experience, and Abilities

  • A high school diploma with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management is an added advantage
  • Must have worked in a related environment with 2 Years of working experience as a Barista
  • Retail, hospitality, and customer service experience preferred
  • Ability to read and speak English proficiently with knowledge of French is an added advantage
  • Strong ability to multi-task
  • Ability to problem-solve quickly
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • To be able to work quickly and efficiently
  • To work well in a team
  • High standards of personal hygiene
  • To be able to lift and carry heavy items
  • To stay calm under pressure
  • Ability to follow directions


How to Apply:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief HR & Administration Officer;
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae;
  • Relevant certificates;
  • Copies of academic papers;
  • A photocopy of the Passport/National ID.
  • Three referees

The deadline for submitting your applications is on March 17, 2024. Please send your application to recruitment@rwandair.com. The subject of your email should have the title of the job you applied for.

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Finance and Operations Manager at Spruik | Kigali : Deadline: 22-03-2024

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TIN: 103694233

Tel: +250 790 008 829

info@spruik.rw | www.spruik.rw 

TERMS OF REFERENCE | FINANCE AND OPERATIONS MANAGER 

About Spruik

spruik /spruːk/ – verb – to promote or publicise.

Spruik is an environmental communications agency based in Rwanda. Founded in 2015, we offer strategic communications, public relations and marketing services to a diverse range of local and international clientele. While our main area of expertise is in the environment and green economy sector, we also engage in projects related to tourism, entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and community development.


Values Driven

Our motto “do good work with good people” drives our culture of performance and client engagement. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, honesty, excellence, efficiency, and commitment. Additionally, together, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment at work and in our day-to-day lives.

To better serve our growing clientele, we are recruiting a full-time Finance and Operations Manager who will support our team to deliver top of the line services and ensure our finances and operations run smoothly. Below are more details on this exciting opportunity. 


Tasks Description

Under supervision of the Managing Director, the employee will:

  • Uphold the values of Spruik, champion Spruik’s Code of Conduct and contribute to an inclusive, safe, friendly and harmonious work environment
  • Oversee the finance department and ensure the company meets the International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Manage the tendering process including access to the procurement systems, and bid submissions
  • Develop the business plan and updated rate card of services with the support of the Managing Director
  • Prepare and present quarterly and annual budgets for the company’s forecasting
  • Maintain the cash flow and working capital of the company by ensuring the controls are put in place for tax planning and investment purposes
  • Oversee the operations of the company, including contract management, office space and equipment, transport and renewals of subscriptions to online workspace tools
  • Manage the accounting staff of the company by scrutinising all the transactions (quotes, invoices, LPOs, payables and receivables)
  • Manage the suppliers and consultants for Spruik to ensure they deliver as expected, including the company’s legal representative
  • Manage human resources including recruitment, hiring, performance appraisal and payroll
  • Maintain the proper use of the company’s non-current assets and ensure they are kept under safe custody and in good condition
  • Establish and coordinate office policies and procedures
  • Advise and support the Managing Director on business strategy and development
  • Day to day collaboration with the Communications Manager to ensure good performance and return on ongoing projects, including supporting on reporting to clients
  • Ensure continuous improvement of customer service and client care
  • Maintain excellent customer and supplier relationship management
  • Write and reply to relevant letters and emails on behalf of the Managing Director
  • Prepare periodic financial statements and reports for management that analyse trends and performance over time for strategic decision-making
  • Process payments to suppliers and staff on time after presenting all required financial documents in the required order
  • Maintain electronic and manual filing systems
  • Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
  • Any other task as required by the supervisor 


Skills and Attitudes

The employee should demonstrate the following:

  • Proven work experience as Finance and Operations Manager or similar role
  • Degree in Business, Operations Management, Accounting or related field
  • Demonstrate business, and commercial acumen and drive for execution.
  • Strong knowledge of financial analysis and reporting
  • Leadership ability and strong teamwork
  • Sense of accountability
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask
  • Motivation and ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication skills through various platforms (phone calls, SMS, social media, emails, etc.)
  • An understanding of the use of Google Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc)
  • A collaborative and proactive attitude
  • Time management and prioritisation skills
  • Attentive to detail and ability to deliver on time with minimised supervision
  • Self-disciplined and well-mannered
  • Strong skills in using accounting tools (QuickBooks and advanced Excel)
  • Ability to learn new technologies quickly

In addition to the above-mentioned skills, the candidate should have a good command of English and Kinyarwanda with proven skills of writing and speaking both languages proficiently. Possession of personal equipment and software, including a laptop is an advantage. 


Spruik Responsibilities

Spruik is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair and inclusive workplace where employees are supported to perform their duties effectively. The gross monthly salary range for this role is between Rwf 700,000 and Rwf 900,000 – negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, Spruik provides benefits that promote work-life balance such as a generous leave policy, quarterly wellness days, medical insurance and team social events, as well as remote work flexibility.


Application Process

The application closes on 22 March 2024 at 11:59 pm CAT, and the right candidate should ideally be ready to start work by 15 April 2024. Interested candidates should fill out an online application form found here.

For further information about Spruik and its mission, please visit www.spruik.rw. For any other questions, please email recruitment@spruik.rw.










Application Support Engineer at MTN Rwanda: Deadline:13th March 2024

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Job requirements

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

Experience:

  • 3 years Proven experience in application support or a related technical role.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing technical issues in a complex, multi-tiered application environment.
  • Solid understanding of databases, SQL queries, and data analysis techniques.
  • Experience with ticketing systems, monitoring tools, and other IT service management software.
  • Familiarity with APIs and experience in integrating and troubleshooting API connections between applications.




Job description

Core Purpose of the Job

We’re looking for a talented Application Support Engineer to join our Digital & Enterprise Platforms team within IT Service Delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric mindset. In this role, you’ll ensure the efficient functioning of diverse applications, troubleshoot issues, and promptly resolve end-user concerns. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance application performance and usability is key.

Under the supervision of the Digital & Enterprise Platforms Manager, your main IT missions will be:




Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Provide first and second-level technical support for multiple applications (inhouse and vendors applications used in MTN business), including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and root cause analysis, while adhering to predefined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Monitor application performance, identify trends, and proactively address potential issues to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with development teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues requiring code-level intervention.
  • Document support processes, troubleshooting steps, and solutions to create a knowledge base for internal reference and training purposes.
  • Communicate effectively with end-users, stakeholders, and internal teams to provide updates on issue resolution status and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Participate in the testing and deployment of application updates, patches, and enhancements.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices for application support, including incident management, change management, and release management.
  • Stay up to date on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in application support and IT service management.
  • Respond promptly to incidents reported by end-users, adhering to predefined SLAs.
  • Document incident details, including symptoms, root cause analysis, and resolution steps, for future reference and analysis.
  • Escalate unresolved incidents to appropriate teams or stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on service availability.
  • Proactively identify recurring issues or patterns through trend analysis and collaborate with development teams to implement permanent fixes.
  • Conduct thorough investigations into the root causes of major incidents, documenting findings and recommending preventive measures to mitigate future occurrences.
  • Regularly review and update the Known Error Database (KEDB) to facilitate faster resolution of similar incidents in the future.
  • Monitor and track application performance metrics against predefined SLAs, identifying areas for improvement or compliance gaps.
  • Generate regular SLA compliance reports for stakeholders, highlighting achievements, areas of concern, and improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategies for meeting or exceeding SLA targets, such as performance optimization or process improvements.
  • Assess and prioritize change requests based on their impact on application performance and end-user experience.
  • Coordinate with development and testing teams to ensure thorough testing and validation of changes before deployment to production environments.
  • Communicate change schedules and potential impacts to stakeholders, minimizing disruptions and ensuring alignment with SLAs.




How to apply

All interested candidates are requested to apply through the MTN website and submit their updated curriculum vitae together with copies of their academic credentials no later than 13th March 2024. MTN Website portal: https://www.mtn.co.rw/careers/

We strongly encourage applications from women and/or individuals with disabilities.

Note: Should you not hear from us within 14 (fourteen) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful.

At MTN Rwandacell Plc we are committed to safeguarding your data privacy. For more information visit our website to read our job applicants privacy notice that explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data at https://www.mtn.co.rw/privacy-notice-for-job-applicants/

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Engineer-Digital and Service Platforms at MTN Rwanda: Deadline: 13th March 2024

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Job requirements

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software/Applications Development, Software Engineering, or any other IT-related field.
  • Leadership skills

Experience:

  • 3 years of extensive experience in Systems Engineering or Applications Development/Support
  • Understanding of the Telecom industry
  • Understanding Mobile Money Services




Job description

Core Purpose of the Job

Under the supervision of the Fintech IT Operations Manager achieve the following vital IT missions:

  • Evaluate new technologies and innovations that give value to Fintech Business and boost digital transformation.
  • Maintain high availability and performance of Fintech Service systems.
  • Work closely with Architecture teams to address future business needs.
  • Propose/decide systems improvement needs and resource allocations.
  • Reducing time to integrate new Fintech platforms/services – TTM as a key measure.
  • Driving the evolution of mobile financial solutions to ensure they align with the financial services objectives.
  • Alignment and enablement of Fintech strategy
  • Efficient cost management for Fintech solutions
  • Efficient support for Fintech solutions and operations
  • To be a Bridge between business and managed operations for timely delivery of requests.
  • Measuring customer experience KPIs and taking necessary actions to improve
  • Ensuring effective technology platforms and solutions are used to efficiently deliver on the strategy.
  • Effective controls to minimize AML and CTF risk.
  • Operations management and availability of services as per agreed SLAs.
  • Delivery of Group wide Fintech services platforms
  •  Ensure that Fintech business requests to manage operations are assessed, scoped, and explained to vendors for delivery.
  • Ensure that FinTech partners (internal and external) are engaged and supported from a technical perspective.
  • Ensure minimal service impact once the Fintech service platform is impacted and coordinate with all involved teams to resolve the incident.
  • Foresee all upcoming application and infrastructure upgrades of the digital and service platforms and advise on the potential impact on business continuity.
  • Support of Fintech projects or requests and advice on technology and technical implications
  • Support digital business applications.


Key Performance Areas

overall Objective:

  • To Drive initiatives and support business on the Mobile Financial Services
  • Drive the market for new technologies in the FinTech area.
  • Support Business initiatives with advice that enables them to deliver and reduce the go-to-market time.
  • Advice on business requirements compared to technical requirements.
  • Work with Group FinTech initiatives.
  • Ensure Mobile Money security (work with information security team) is optimized.
  • To ensure timely delivery of business requests submitted to the digital and services platforms section.
  • Ensure service delivery process is complied with by both business and managed operations.
  • Ensure the agreed SLA is followed to resolve business requests.
  • Ensure digital business platforms’ high availability and BCP process are followed to minimize the service impact during outages.
  • Continuous testing of DR sites to ensure that compliance with the business continuity process is enforced.


Under the supervision of the Fintech IT Operations Manager achieve the following vital IT missions:

  • Evaluate new technologies and innovations that give value to Fintech Business and boost digital transformation.
  • Maintain high availability and performance of Fintech Service systems.
  • Work closely with Architecture teams to address future business needs.
  • Propose/decide systems improvement needs and resource allocations.
  • Reducing time to integrate new Fintech platforms/services – TTM as a key measure.
  • Driving the evolution of mobile financial solutions to ensure they align with the financial services objectives.
  • Alignment and enablement of Fintech strategy
  • Efficient cost management for Fintech solutions
  • Efficient support for Fintech solutions and operations
  • To be a Bridge between business and managed operations for timely delivery of requests.
  • Measuring customer experience KPIs and taking necessary actions to improve
  • Ensuring effective technology platforms and solutions are used to efficiently deliver on the strategy.
  • Effective controls to minimize AML and CTF risk.
  • Operations management and availability of services as per agreed SLAs.
  • Delivery of Group wide Fintech services platforms
  •  Ensure that Fintech business requests to manage operations are assessed, scoped, and explained to vendors for delivery.
  • Ensure that FinTech partners (internal and external) are engaged and supported from a technical perspective.
  • Ensure minimal service impact once the Fintech service platform is impacted and coordinate with all involved teams to resolve the incident.
  • Foresee all upcoming application and infrastructure upgrades of the digital and service platforms and advise on the potential impact on business continuity.
  • Support of Fintech projects or requests and advice on technology and technical implications
  • Support digital business applications.




Key Performance Areas

overall Objective:

  • To Drive initiatives and support business on the Mobile Financial Services
  • Drive the market for new technologies in the FinTech area.
  • Support Business initiatives with advice that enables them to deliver and reduce the go-to-market time.
  • Advice on business requirements compared to technical requirements.
  • Work with Group FinTech initiatives.
  • Ensure Mobile Money security (work with information security team) is optimized.
  • To ensure timely delivery of business requests submitted to the digital and services platforms section.
  • Ensure service delivery process is complied with by both business and managed operations.
  • Ensure the agreed SLA is followed to resolve business requests.
  • Ensure digital business platforms’ high availability and BCP process are followed to minimize the service impact during outages.
  • Continuous testing of DR sites to ensure that compliance with the business continuity process is enforced.




How to apply

All interested candidates are requested to apply through the MTN website and submit their updated curriculum vitae together with copies of their academic credentials no later than 13th March 2024. MTN Website portal: https://www.mtn.co.rw/careers/

We strongly encourage applications from women and/or individuals with disabilities.

Note: Should you not hear from us within 14 (fourteen) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful.

At MTN Rwandacell Plc we are committed to safeguarding your data privacy. For more information visit our website to read our job applicants privacy notice that explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data at https://www.mtn.co.rw/privacy-notice-for-job-applicants/

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4 Job Positions of Provincial CIF and Finance Officers at Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture Feed the Future Hinga Wunguke Activity: Deadline : 20-03-2024

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USAID/Rwanda Modernizing Agriculture Activity

Provincial CIF and Finance Officers

CNFA

CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector and improving livelihoods by cultivating entrepreneurship. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, innovative technologies and marketing to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains and rural development, to increase people’s incomes, to develop skills in the rural workforce, and to facilitate exports.


Program Description USAID Feed the Future Hinga Wunguke Activity

The purpose of the USAID Feed the Future Hinga Wunguke Activity is to support increased agriculture productivity and income, access to finance and markets, and access and consumption of nutritious food products in Rwanda, while increasing the resilience of the agriculture and food systems to the changing climate. To achieve this goal, the Activity will sustainably increase agricultural productivity, increase access to finance for farmers and agribusinesses, improve producers’ nutrition and market outcomes, and strengthen the enabling environment to foster market-driven outcomes in agriculture.

To achieve program objectives Hinga Wunguke will deploy a Co-Investment Fund (CIF) and Catalytic Service Provider Fund (CSPF) across all Activity components. The CIF will be used to leverage private sector investment and formalize partnerships with market actors to inclusively strengthen food market systems in the Hinga Wunguke target districts. CIF partnerships will result in formalized grant awards between Hinga Wunguke and the award recipient to co-invest in new and sustainable business models or technologies, expanding existing models to new geographies or new food products, and improving inclusion of women, youth, and people with disabilities in food market systems. The CIF will apply a Market Systems Development (MSD) approach and be demand-driven, competitive, and performance-based to facilitate a wide range of transformative investments in the agricultural sector of Rwanda.

The Hinga Wunguke Zone of Influence (ZOI) includes the following target districts: Bugesera, Ngoma, Kayonza, Gatsibo, Gakenke, Burera, Nyabihu, Rubavu, Rutsiro, Ngororero, Karongi, Nyamasheke, and Nyamagabe. The anicipated location of duty performance for the positions are primarily in the Hinga Wunguke Provincial Offices (Musanze, Karongi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe) with occasional field work in other areas of the Hinga Wunguke ZOI. Hinga Wunguke anticipates hiring one CIF and Finance Officer per each of the four Provincial Offices


Position Description

Reporting to the Provincial Manager, the CIF and Finance Officer will support the CIF and Component teams in all aspects of CIF grants management at Provincial level, including supporting grant making from solicitation to close-out, and ensuring efficient and compliant grants administration aligned with program objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties of the Provincial CIF and Finance Officers are:

  • Support the development and implementation of a portfolio of co-investment fund (CIF) partnerships (i.e. grant awards) under the purview of the relevant Provincial Office.
  • Maintain up-to-date CIF documentation, grant reporting, financial reporting and cost-share or leverage reporting for the grant portfolio.
  • Lead or support the completion of pre-award assessments, environmental screening forms, due diligence, and other aspects of the grantee selection process.
  • Serve as Provincial CIF liaison and work closely with the Kigali-based CIF team to support all phases of the CIF grant life cycle from solicitation and selection to close-out.
  • Maintain CIF grantees files and records, investigate, and support to resolve grantees queries.
  • Support Provincial and CIF teams to implement internal compliance procedures and controls to mitigate co-investment risks.
  • Support Intervention Managers to ensure grantees complete activities and reporting promptly, in adherence with specific deadlines.
  • Proactively engage in capacity building and ongoing support to improve the quality of  reporting (financial, cost-share, programmatic) submitted by grantees, as needed.
  • Review financial reports or milestone invoices from grantees in collaboration with the Finance team to ensure proper financial management, reporting, and cost-share or leverage verification in line with USAID regulations.
  • Support the Provincial Team to collect data and other ad hoc informational requests from grantees.
  • Work closely with the Provincial Team and CIF Team to identify new CIF partnership opportunities to address market systems constraints.
  • Other tasks at the request of the Supervisor or his/her designee.


Other Administrative duties

  • Assets register regular updating and custodian of office supplies management.
  • Office premises maintenance and assets repairs.
  • Assist Finance in office Cash or Petty cash management.
  • Inventory and Stock management.
  • Vehicle fuel and maintenance management

Qualifications

  • University degree in accounting, business, finance, public or business administration, agricultural economics or a related field.
  • Minimum of three years of grants administration, investment support, or accounting experience in donor funded program(s) or the private sector.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of USAID rules & regulations (FAR, AIDAR, ADS 303) is preferred but not required.
  • At least two years work experience for donor-funded project(s) or the private sector related to agriculture, agricultural finance, value chain development, agricultural investment, private sector investment, and/or access to finance.
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate budgets, review financial vouchers, and expense reports.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting stages of a grants administration (e.g., supporting the development of solicitations, supporting applicants complete grant applications, participating in the review, evaluation and selection of grant applications, conducting due diligence, supporting implementation and close-out).
  • Proficiency in Excel: Financial modelling and/or budgeting experience in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiasm for building robust accounting/controlling, grant and administrative functions and systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to assume responsibility for all administrative and financial requirements.
  • Excellent written and spoken English is required.
  • Systematic and highly organized individual with budget estimation skills.


Place of Performance

  • The location of duty performance is primarily in Hinga Wunguke Provincial Offices (Musanze, Karongi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe), with occasional field work in the Hinga Wunguke Zone of Influence. The Hinga Wunguke Activity anticipates hiring one CIF and Finance Officer per each of the four Provincial Offices. All applicants must be flexible to be assigned to any office location without consideration of the preference.

Application Instructions

  • All interested and qualified Candidate can send their application (motivation letter, updated CV, ID, certificates and references) documents to hingawunguke@cnfarwanda.org not later than 20 March 2024 at 11:00 PM.
  • Please quote the job title in the subject and title your CV file with YOUR NAME, POSITION APPLIED. Please also indicate the location you are applying for.
  • Only candidates selected for interview will be notified.

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Resources Mobilization, Research, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Officer at The Biodiversity Conservation Organization (BIOCOOR) | Huye :Deadline: 28-03-2024

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www.biocoor.org.rw 

BIOCOOR is hiring!

Staff Position: Resources Mobilization, Research, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Officer (2R2MPEO)

  1. BACKGROUND:

Biodiversity Conservation Organization (BIOCOOR) www.biocoor.org.rw   is a local NGO located in Huye district, Southern Province of Rwanda. Established primarily by passionate young individuals, BIOCOOR is dedicated to advocating and taking action for biodiversity conservation, promoting ecotourism, improving community health, managing the environment, and addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation. BIOCOOR operates within a geographical scope encompassing five districts surrounding the Nyungwe National Park, plus Huye. The Organization integrates conservation efforts with sustainable economic development initiatives for local communities. Originally founded in 2012 as a social enterprise under the name BIOCOOP, the organization transitioned to a local NGO in June 2020 while maintaining its core focus and objectives.


  1. Objective:

BIOCOOR seeks to hire a qualified individual for the position of Staff in charge of Resources Mobilization, Research, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation. The primary objective of this role is to facilitate the organization’s efforts in securing resources, activities and budget planning, monitoring the projects implementation, and evaluating the impact of biodiversity conservation, ecotourism promotion, community health, environmental management, and climate change adaptation and mitigation projects.

  1. Responsibilities: The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
  • Develop and implement strategies for mobilizing financial resources, including grants, donations, and partnerships, to support BIOCOOR’s projects and initiatives.
  • Do the research assignments
  • Publish the findings
  • Planning the activities and their budgets
  • Prepare the annual meetings and retreats for strategic planning
  • Conduct the monitoring and evaluation of ongoing projects and programs to ensure adherence to project goals, timelines, and budgets
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including governmental agencies, international organizations, donors, and local communities, to strengthen partnerships and leverage resources for project implementation.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports on project progress, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide technical support and capacity strengthening to BIOCOOR staff and community members on resource mobilization, monitoring, and evaluation techniques and methodologies.
  • Contribute to the development of project proposals, concept notes, and fundraising materials to attract potential donors and investors.


  1. Qualifications and Skills:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Statistics, Environmental economics, environmental science, natural resource management, development studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in resource mobilization, research, planning, grant writing, fundraising, and donor relations within the context of NGO or development projects.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including designing and implementing M&E frameworks, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and build strategic partnerships.
  • Demonstrated understanding of biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and climate change issues, particularly within the Rwandan context.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda, both written and spoken, with proficiency in French considered an asset.
  • Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis software, and project management tools.
  1. Duration and Location:

This is a full-time position based at BIOCOOR headquarters in Huye district with travels to BIOCOOR Nyungwe Office, Southern Province of Rwanda. The initial contract duration will be 2 Years, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability.


  1. Application Process:

 Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and contact information for at least three professional references via email to determinedyouthbiocoor@gmail.com copy angeish07@gmail.com  by 28 March, 2024. Please indicate the position title “Staff in charge of Resources Mobilization, Research, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation” in the subject line of the email.

  1. Deadline for Applications: The deadline for submitting applications is 28 March, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews in 15 days. If you don’t hear from us in the indicated time, consider that that you were not shortlisted.
  2. Equal Opportunity Employer: BIOCOOR is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.
  3. Confidentiality: All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only and will not be disclosed to any third parties without prior consent.
  4. Contact Information: For inquiries or further information about the position, please contact our program manager at iduhuzukuri@gmail.com or ireneduhuzukuli@biocoor.org.rw +250788334621

Done at Huye on 07th March, 2024

Dr Ange IMANISHIMWE, PhD

The Country Executive Director for BIOCOOR

www.biocoor.org.rw










Internal Auditor at BRAC | Kigali :Deadline: 17-03-2024

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

Introduction

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

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

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


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

Position: Internal Auditor 

Job Location: Country Office

Number of positions: 1

Contract nature: Two Year renewable depending on the performance 

Job Summary

Stichting BRAC International is looking for an auditor to support the Mission of Internal Audit function in Organization. That is enhancing and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insights.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

The Internal Auditor will do the following:

  • To perform risk-based audits in accordance with auditing standards as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit
  • Leverage insights and deeper understanding of the organization in identifying risks and potential areas for audit.
  • To conduct donor compliance reviews of organization records and ensure control management regarding financial reliability.
  • To develop audit programmes for the project audits in compliant with the audit standards, donor requirements and standard operating procedures for the projects.
  • To ensure compliance with Government statutory requirements in areas including but not limited to taxation laws, employment law and any other applicable local requirements
  • To ensure that audits are performed with due professional care and there are credible audit observations, conclusions, and recommendations.
  • To prepare risk-based audit report and send it to Head of Internal Audit for review within the agreed timelines.
  • Maintain an up to date awareness of audit standards, best practices and laws and regulations governing the organizations operations.
  • To carry out special audit / investigation when need arise.
  • To ensure conformity with internal audit manual and professional code of ethics in all phases of audit.
  • Document, evaluate and test systems and controls to determine the adequacy and effectiveness, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, reliability and integrity of information, and safeguarding of asset.
  • To compute, calculate, verify, tabulate and analyses data.
  • To conduct entry meeting with auditee’s management and discuss on the audit engagement and audit work.
  • To discuss with Head of Internal Audit major risks and audit findings identified during the course of audit.
  • To conduct exit meeting with auditee’s management to discuss on the audit findings identified during the course of audit.
  • To undertake periodic follow ups and provide status of implementation of audit recommendations by management.
  • Filed visits as required and directed by Head of internal audit
  • To carry out any other duties assigned to him/her by Head of Internal Audit


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


Education and Experience:

  • Holder of Bachelor degree in the field of Accounting, Commerce, Project management or related discipline from a recognized University/Institution. CPA/ACCA full or part qualified is preferable.
  • CPA/ACCA full or part qualified is preferable.
  • At least 2 years of experience on Non-Governmental and Donor funded organizations will be of value advantage.
  • Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
  • Proven knowledge of donor funded projects and compliance requirement
  • High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
  • Sound independent judgement and high level of confidence and integrity
  • Computer literate with advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
  • Excellent understanding of internal control system and knowledge of risk-based approach to internal auditing
  • Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills with ability to produce original well composed reports


Safeguarding Policy:

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. BRAC holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, discrimination, exploitation, abuse and harassment. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of contract.

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

Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of the position applied for, an updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and notarized copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: bracrwandarecruitment@gmail.com, Application deadline is 17th  March 2024

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










Associate | Dispute Resolution at ENSafrica /Rwanda | Kigali :Deadline: 15-03-2024

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Associate | Dispute Resolution l Rwanda

A mid to senior-level Associate role has become available at ENS Rwanda within the Dispute Resolution department.

Overview

The candidate will be expected to work with clients, in-house counsels, bailiffs and other relevant institutions, as well as be involved in and manage elements of pre-litigation and litigation processes (such as applications, arbitrations and appeals).


Key Responsibilities

  • Consulting with clients and/or counsel
  • Giving high quality legal advice to clients
  • Discussing complex legal issues with clients, attorneys and administrative personnel
  • Analyzing probable outcomes based on legal precedents
  • Undertaking legal research to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures
  • Interpreting laws, rules and regulations and providing legal advice on relevant litigation/arbitration matters
  • Drafting letters, legal opinions, pleadings, other court documents and correspondences
  • Gathering and compiling evidence as well as preparing cases for trial or arbitration
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of legal documents and client records
  • Litigating in the courts of law, tribunals and arbitration tribunals
  • Building and maintaining relationships with clients
  • Undertaking the legal work to the highest professional and client care standards


Skills, abilities & experience

  • Qualified and admitted attorney
  • At least 3 years post bar-admission and experience in corporate/commercial litigation
  • Strong academic background
  • Court and arbitration experience is required
  • A thorough knowledge of the procedural requirements of litigation and arbitration
  • Passion for litigation
  • Keen to learn and grow
  • Ability to self-regulate and abide by strict deadlines
  • Ability to work as a member of a team
  • Being proactive in achieving goals and exceeding goals
  • Going the extra mile
  • Ability to handle high volumes and many matters as well as meet deadlines with the view to adding value to the business by delivering required results
  • Ability to assist with knowledge transfer to junior professionals and take advantage of team interactions
  • Ability to produce consistent high quality work
  • Display honesty and integrity at all times
  • Ability to communicate well in writing and verbally, with good presentation skills
  • Being proactive in marketing yourself, the team and the firm


It is also essential that the candidate demonstrates the ability to understand the needs of clients and to communicate effectively with them, as well as to manage client relations and practice management, in general.
This is a demanding but stimulating position which will require working outside of normal office hours, when necessary. In addition, the candidate must be ambitious, achievement-oriented, focused and able to work well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment, without compromising work quality or standards.

The closing date for all applications is close of business on March 15th, 2024.

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Associate | Corporate Commercial at ENSafrica /Rwanda | Kigali :Deadline: 15-03-2024

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Associate | Corporate Commercial l Rwanda

An opportunity has become available for a mid to senior-level Associate to join the Corporate Commercial Department of ENS Rwanda.

The role will involve drafting commercial agreements, providing opinions on corporate related matters including mergers and acquisitions, shareholders arrangements, corporate governance and tax advisory. The successful candidate will be expected to assume responsibility for working closely with clients, as well as managing elements of various transactions.


Key responsibilities

  • Assisting with negotiating and drafting of various agreements and corporate documents
  • Researching law and drafting opinions
  • Advising on mergers & acquisitions, and other commercial transactions
  • Undertaking due diligence investigations
  • Attending to smaller matters, and larger matters, independently
  • Liaising with colleagues and clients to provide tax (domestic and international) advice to corporate and high-net worth individual clients
  • Advising on the tax aspects related to mergers and acquisition transactions
  • Advising public investors and non-profit organisations on securing special arrangements with the Government of Rwanda
  • Producing tax opinions that add value to clients’ businesses
  • Managing a range of tax assignments and reporting to Partners
  • Performing tax reviews as part of legal due diligences
  • Performing tax related research
  • Assessing commercial facts and applying the appropriate Tax Law
  • Interpreting Tax Legislation
  • Advising clients on voluntary disclosure applications to RRA and preparation thereof
  • Attending to tax dispute resolution matters for clients
  • Liaising with RRA and handling queries raised by RRA as part of client mandates
  • Complying with Risk Management procedures
  • Training and mentoring of associates and legal assistants/interns
  • Billing client work


Skills, abilities & experience
The successful candidate should be an admitted advocate with a strong academic record, and solid experience in the corporate commercial department of a law firm or as in house counsel. In addition, the candidate should possess the following:

  • Minimum four-years PQE in a corporate commercial department is advantageous
  • Experience in mergers & acquisitions and other commercial transactions, drafting and a thorough knowledge of the law (including company law);
  • Appreciable knowledge in other areas of law including labour and employment, banking and finance, competition, real estate and project development;
  • A passion for corporate and tax law and growing a career;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills;
  • Commercial awareness and business acumen;
  • Strong research skills;
  • Good writing and drafting skills;
  • Ability to provide solutions to business problems;
  • Team player with strong delegation;
  • Organisation and time management skills;
  • Ability to work to deadlines on multiple assignments without compromising the quality of his/her work;
  • Attention to detail


It is essential that the candidate also demonstrates an ability to manage client relations, billing processes and practice management in general.
This is a demanding but stimulating position which will require working outside of normal office hours, when necessary. In addition, the candidate must be ambitious, achievement-oriented, focused and able to work well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment, without compromising work quality or standards.

The closing date for all applications is close of business on March 15th, 2024.

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2 Job Positions at Rwanda Energy Group Limited (REG Ltd): Deadline:12 Mar 2024

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Job Advertisement

The management of Rwanda Energy Group Limited (REG Ltd) informs the public that it is recruiting competent, qualified and experienced staff to the following position:

No Position Number Required Job requirement
1 Quality Assurance & Standards Specialist 1 Job Summary

To set and implement internal /external quality requirements and to coordinate quality, standards and procedures across REG to ensure company assets/ products/services meet customer expectations and have the primary responsibility of developing and maintaining work and products quality standards according to and in line with the corporate strategic objectives.

Educational Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in electrical, Power Engineering, electronics engineering qualification with 1 years working experience in Quality Assurance Assessment relevant field.


OR

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Power Engineering, electronics engineering qualification with 3 years working experience in Quality Assurance Assessment relevant field

Additional skills

  • Have strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
  • Knowledge of the electricity systems product: Having a good understanding of the design of system will enable to perform a better test on it
  • Leadership skills, Good Organizational skills, Good Communication skills, Problem solving skills.
2 Energy Research Officer 1 Job Summary

The energy Research Officer is responsible for assisting in locating, gathering, and analyzing energy data in a proficient and timely manner, to provide information and analysis to REG and/or Stakeholders.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electro–Mechanical Engineering, Renewable energy with a minimum of 1 years of relevant experience

Additional skills

  • Good knowledge of technology and innovation in the Energy sector.
  • Strong information Analytical skills
  • Formulate plans to stay at top of industry
  • Quality standard enforcement
  • Ability to cooperate with staff members and other departments
  • Time management and planning skills




Required Documents for application:

1. An application letter;

2. A detailed updated Curriculum Vitae;

3. A photocopy of academic degrees;

4. A photocopy of the Identity card/Passport;

5. Full addresses of three referees, including preferably one of previous supervisors.

6. Proof of Experience (Work Certificate (s))

Submission of Applications

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their soft copy application documents addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of REG Ltd only through this e-mail address: regrecruitment@reg.rw not later than 12/03/2024 at 05:00 PM. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. For more details on the Terms of Reference for these positions, please visit our website on www.reg.rw

Job applications and attachments must be scanned as ONE single PDF document for easy download and analysis of applications.

Note: “REG is an equal opportunity employer. As part of its Gender Mainstreaming policy and program, we seek to increase the number of women in all levels of the organization. Therefore, we strongly encourage women to apply. Special consideration will be given to qualified women applicants.”

Done at Kigali, on 05/03/2024

Armand ZINGIRO

Chief Executive Officer

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10 Job Positions at Direct Aid | Kigali : Deadline: 07-04-2024

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  1. Cashier

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Cashier

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Financial Managers to successfully execute various accounting tasks such as making the financial monthly reports.
  • Maintain company ledgers and daily financial transactions.
  • Create financial documents such as bills, invoices, pay-orders, payables, receivables and purchase orders.
  • Identify discrepancies in ledgers and accounts, tracking them to the source and correcting them.
  • Coordinate and manage payment and billing details of external service providers, contractors and vendors.
  • Verify payments and deposits made through the organization’s account and coordinate with the bank.
  • Managing petty cash

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
  • Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred but not required.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and accounting software.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability   to   work   effectively   in   a   team environment and communicate clearly.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of other languages such as Arabic is an advantage.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




2. Public Relations and Media Officer

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Public Relations and Media Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive public relations and media strategies to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and impact.
  • Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key stakeholders.
  • Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other media materials to garner coverage of the organization’s activities and events.
  • Coordinate media interviews, press conferences, and other media opportunities for organizational spokespeople.
  • Manage the organization’s social media channels, including creating content, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
  • Produce multimedia content, including videos, photos, and graphics, to support communication initiatives.
  • Monitor media coverage and track relevant metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of PR and media campaigns.
  • Provide media training and support to staff members and volunteers as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
  • A master’s degree is preferred
  • At least 5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications, preferably in the non-profit sector.
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling stories and messages for different audiences and channels.
  • Demonstrated experience in media outreach, including pitching stories, securing media placements, and building relationships with reporters.
  • Proficiency in social media management and content creation, with a strong understanding of social media analytics.
  • Experience in multimedia production, including photography, videography, and graphic design, is an asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic language is an advantage.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




3. Legal Affairs Officer

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Legal Affairs Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice and support to the organization on a wide range of legal matters.
  • Review and draft contracts, agreements, memoranda, and other legal documents.
  • Ensure    compliance    with    relevant    laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
  • Represent the organization in legal proceedings, negotiations, and meetings with external stakeholders.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and risk management.
  • Assist   in   resolving   legal   disputes, grievances, and claims involving the organization.
  • Develop and deliver legal training programs for staff members on relevant legal issues.
  • Keep abreast of changes in legislation and provide updates to management as necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree is preferred.
  • Admitted to the bar as an advocate or attorney in Rwanda.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience practicing law, preferably in a non-profit or humanitarian organization.
  • Strong knowledge of Rwandan laws, legal procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




4. Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement programs to support orphan children supported by DirectAid in alignment with organizational objectives of DirectAid.
  • Conduct assessments to identify the needs and vulnerabilities of those orphan children and their families.
  • Coordinate with local communities, schools, and government agencies to provide holistic support to those orphaned children.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with foster families and other care facilities to ensure the well-being of our supported orphan children.
  • Provide counseling and psychosocial support to those orphan children and their caregivers.
  • Facilitate access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and other essential services for supported orphan children.
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of social affairs programs for orphaned children and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to social affairs programs and activities.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience in social work or community development, with a focus on orphan care and support.
  • Strong understanding of   child protection principles, social welfare systems, and psychosocial support interventions.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including orphanages, community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs.
  • Proven    project    management    skills, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management software.
  • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




5.Education Officer

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Education Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement education programs in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Conduct assessments to identify educational needs and develop strategies to address them effectively.
  • Coordinate with schools, communities, and stakeholders to promote educational initiatives and partnerships.
  • Provide training and support to teachers and staff members to enhance teaching methodologies and student learning outcomes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education programs and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to integrate educational components into other organizational programs.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to education projects and activities.
  • Stay updated on educational trends, research, and best practices to inform program development and implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs, preferably in a non-profit or humanitarian context.
  • Strong understanding of education systems, pedagogical approaches, and child development principles.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, communities, and NGOs.
  • Proven project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and monitoring.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data analysis software.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages like Arabic and French is an advantage.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




6. Education Officer

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

Education Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement education programs in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Conduct assessments to identify educational needs and develop strategies to address them effectively.
  • Coordinate with schools, communities, and stakeholders to promote educational initiatives and partnerships.
  • Provide training and support to teachers and staff members to enhance teaching methodologies and student learning outcomes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education programs and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to integrate educational components into other organizational programs.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to education projects and activities.
  • Stay updated on educational trends, research, and best practices to inform program development and implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs, preferably in a non-profit or humanitarian context.
  • Strong understanding of education systems, pedagogical approaches, and child development principles.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, communities, and NGOs.
  • Proven project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and monitoring.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data analysis software.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages like Arabic and French is an advantage.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




7. HR Officer (3)

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT: DIRECTAID –RWANDA OFFICE

DirectAid is a charity International non-governmental organization concerned with the development of education, health and poverty reduction, and relief programs in Africa. Founded in Kuwait in 1981 and operating in thirty African countries and is operating in the Republic of Rwanda since 1990.

DirectAid- Rwanda Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the following position:

Position

HR Officer

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the recruitment and selection process, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
  • Administer employee benefits and ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with organizational objectives of Direct Aid.
  • Coordinate employee performance evaluation and provide support for employee development and training initiatives.
  • Handle employee relations matters and provide guidance on disciplinary procedures.
  • Maintain accurate HR records and ensure confidentiality of employee information.
  • Assist in resolving workplace conflicts and grievances.
  • Collaborate with management to foster a positive work environment and employee engagement.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree will be an advantage
  • At least 5 years of experience as an HR Officer or similar HR role.
  • Sound knowledge of HR principles, practices, and labor laws.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS software.
  • Ability    to    maintain    confidentiality    and handle    sensitive information with discretion.
  • Certification in Human Resources Management is desirable.

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV/resume and application letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position to this email: kigali000ama@gmail.com or bring hard copies at our Head Office located in Nyarugenge, Kiyovu KN 16 av 13, Near Nobilis Hotel.

Please ensure to indicate “Your Name and Position or Job title” in the subject line of the email or application.

Deadline for Applications: 7th, April, 2024

NoteDirectAid is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds, all genders and those living with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Thank you for your interest in joining the DirectAid- Rwanda Office team!




7. Secretary







Security Manager at Mantis Akagera Game Lodge: Deadline: 11-03-2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION:   SECURITY MANAGER

1. Department

SECURITY

2. Reports to

General Manager

3. Responsible for

3rd Party Security

Contract  Supervisor

Guards

job purpose

To provide a safe and secure hotel environment by ensuring that every employee at every level is aware that safety and security is reliant on their everyday actions.

All work is carried out in line with the hotel’s guidelines and the departmental business plan




Position Description

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for This Position

TASKS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • To implement, train and continuously create awareness of the above.
  • Be the focal person in terms of entry and exit liaison with the Park Management in late or new entrant’s permission requisition.
  • Support in driving hotel vehicle.
  • Safety and security of guests, workers and hotel buildings.
  • Security systems including security patrols, surveillance systems, door locking mechanisms, control of restricted areas, monitoring of master keys, etc.
  • Training of all staff on the emergency procedures.
  • Regular security meetings internally and with 3rd parties.
  • Manage the security team effectively (e.g. checking that security staff do their jobs properly)
  • Develops and maintains a working relationship with the local fire, police, and government agencies and participates in relevant local forums for hotel and tourism safety and security.
  • Patrols the hotel on a regular basis and documents activities in accordance with the companies Safety and Security policies and procedures.
  • Processes all written reports involving Safety & Security related incidents and guest or employee accidents and ensures these are logged and send to the General Manager.
  • Improves Safety and Security at the hotel by communicating hazards with department heads and taking appropriate corrective action.
  • Handles complaints, investigates, and thoroughly reports on guest or employee injuries, thefts, assaults, lost property, car accidents, loud parties, vandalism, and other safety and security related issues.
  • Ensures that the Hotels Risk Management system is adapted to local conditions and that written manuals and procedures are in place in the hotel and available for all departments and employees as necessary.
  • Maintains hotel key management procedures and ensures that all keys are accountable and only authorized persons have access to keys
  • Ensures that routines and procedures are in place to securely close down the different outlets at end of operating time.
  • Completes daily security log, including pertinent information from the shift.
  • Assist Talent & Culture Manager to complete worker’s compensation claims that occur on duty by investigating to determine how the accident occurred and what could have been done to prevent it.
  • Applies hotel regulations, adhering to existing laws and regulations for Safety, security and prevention.
  • Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions and corrects them or takes action to prevent them from happening
  • Ensure that all security staff provided services that are above and beyond guest satisfaction.
  • Oversees first aid, fire-fighting programs for guests and employees.
  • Develops, train and maintain a monthly checklist for all CCTV equipment, first aid kits, fire hydrants & hoses, fire panel, smoke detectors to ensure that they are full functional.
  • Conduct quarterly fire evacuation drills as per the companies Policies & Procedures.
  • Ensure that all contractors working on the property sign’s in daily and adhere to the Hotels Safety & Security Policies & Procedures.
  • Prepares departmental business plan and budget
  • Analyses deviation to budget, and takes action when required.
  • Attends meetings and training required by the General Manager.
  • Assists colleagues to perform similar or related jobs when necessary.
  • Ensures guest satisfaction by attending to their requests and inquires courteously and efficiently.
  • Accepts flexible work schedule necessary for uninterrupted service to hotel guests and the hotel’s stakeholders.
  • Maintains own working area, materials and company property clean, tidy and in good shape; reports defective materials and equipment to General Manager.
  • Fully familiar with the hotel facilities, buildings and ground.
  • Manages and controls the Security contract.




Other Special Requirements

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

Qualifications, Skills/Experience & Personal Attributes

  • Bachelor Degree in any field/High School Diploma with proven skills and experience .
  • State-prescribed security training, licensing, and registration.
  • At least 5-7 years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Extensive experience in preventing illegal activity and performing access control.
  • In-depth knowledge of security procedures and surveillance equipment.
  • Knowledge of security industry regulations.
  • Advanced ability to coordinate responses to security breaches and threats.
  • Superb leadership and organizational abilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Availability to respond to security alerts outside of business hours.
  • Must have a valid driving permit with at least four years experience




Working conditions

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

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both application letter and well detailed CV together with certificates not later than 11th March 2024 via the mail Thadee.gatabazi@mantiscollection.com 

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