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Digital Implementation Manager (Re-advertised) at BRAC | Kigali : Deadline: 18-10-2023

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

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

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

Position: Digital Implementation Manager 

Job Location: Kigali.

Salary: Negotiable

Reporting to: PM 


Purpose

The Digital Implementation Manager (DIM) will drive the implementation of BRAC Rwanda’s Digital Transformation Strategy that seeks to digitalize field operations, deploy digital channels and digital financial solutions that meet the needs of our existing and target customers.

The Digital Implementation Manager will drive innovation and coordinate the digitalization of BRAC Rwanda’s field operations, the implementation of digital delivery channels and the development and delivery of innovative DFS appropriate for BRAC Rwanda’s customers.

The Digital Implementation Manager will think creatively to innovate new uses for technology to address access, usage, literacy, security, and other barriers limiting the use of DFS by BRAC’s existing and target customers especially women and youth.


 Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Drive BRAC Rwanda digital strategy in lining with business mission and objectives
  • Develop and maintain country digital related policies, procedures and standards
  • Develop new digital and innovative products that meet the needs of BRAC Rwanda targeted clients
  • Perform research, business operations analysis and identify new digital requirements, propose related projects as needed and implementation plans including defining value preposition, scope, activities, budgets, milestones, change management plan.
  • Analyze the technologies available on the market, perform related adoption risk assessments and make recommendations that will improve the BRAC quality and efficiency of field operations and service delivery
  • Ensure the timely and cost-effective implementation of digital related projects
  • Develop and manage relationships with third parties that work with BRAC and/or future potential partners of BRAC such as digital solutions suppliers, fintechs, developers etc
  • Manage relationship with key stakeholders internally and external including third-party contractors, vendors and consultants.
  • Work closely with the IT teams for the deployment of Digital Field applications and tools and act as the focal point for the escalation of any deficiencies or issues relating to electronic banking services.
  • Conduct gap assessments on end user and customer digital capacity and awareness and accordingly build digital literacy trainings and refreshment programs
  • Work with the Marketing teams to increase usage of electronic banking delivery channels
  • Produce periodic reports on the progress of digital implementation, level of client’s digital channels embracing 


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 so.

Key performance indicators

  • Level of digital strategy/projects developed and implemented
  • Efficient Digital operational support 

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

  • In-depth understanding of the key drivers in a digital product/emerging technology business
  • Experience in digital project management, including technological aspects
  • Drive, flexibility, resilience and the ability to work under pressure
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Fluency in English required (spoken, reading and written)

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
  • Degree
  • Concentration / Major
  • Master’s/ Bachelor
  • Business Administration, Finance, Economics, microfinance, Development Studies, Information Technology, Engineering or any related fields




Experience (Including sector/industry):

Five years including three working in financial inclusion, product development, digital finance, microfinance/micro-lending, technology for development, payment platforms.

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned positions, 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, updated CV mentioning educational and professional qualifications, years of experience, and notarized scan copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net , Application deadline is 18th  October 2023

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for written test and interview.

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Grant Accountant at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) | Kigali : Deadline: 20-10-2023

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Job Title: Grant Accountant

Reports to:  Deputy Finance Manager

Country:  Rwanda, Kigali

Salary Grade: 8

Department: Country Finance

Location: Kigali, CRS Rwanda Country Program




About CRS

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, nutrition, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

Catholic Relief Services has been present in Rwanda since 1960, and currently implements projects in nutrition, WASH, agriculture, youth entrepreneurship and peacebuilding. The Country Program has over 40 staff and implements its projects through local and international partners, with strong coordination/collaboration with Government of Rwanda structures.


Job Summary:

You will help coordinate and contribute to the implementation of the CRS policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will efficiently perform accounting services through documenting CRS financial transactions by compiling, analyzing, and verifying account information, preparing account entries, and delivering financial reporting services.


Roles and Key Responsibilities:

  • Set and monitor sound accounting and financial reporting procedures for CRS subrecipients and partners following established standards. Ensure setup and maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned project/grant accounts in INSIGHT financial accounting package.
  • Review and validate supporting documentation before processing of financial transactions to ensure all required documents are accurate and complete and authorizations are in place.
  • Record financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review and analyze various accounts to detect irregularities. Advise on corrective actions and prepare correcting entries and adjustments, as necessary.
  • Assess, evaluate and monitor subrecipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and strengthen capacity of partner in financial accounting and transactions.
  • Monitor disbursement/receipt schedules, alert relevant CRS staff of due payments/liquidations, and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management and compliance with set deadlines.
  • Prepare various periodic and ad hoc financial reports and perform variance analysis to assist CRS staff with decision-making. Assist with budget maintenance for proper management of financial resources.
  • Provide information to CRS staff, subrecipients, and partners on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues and deliver training and other capacity building activities.
  • Keep up-to-date filing of document supporting financial transactions
  • Analyze and settle the balance of account payables timely (Taxes, Social contributions, …)
  • Analyze and recover the balance of account receivables timely (Employees, Partners,…)
  • Perform assigned treasury CRS (cash payment/receipt, cash forecast, etc.) duties, as long as segregation of duties is ensured. 


Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or other relevant field preferred. Accounting or audit certification preferred.
  • Previous experience ensuring compliance on DFID or other large donor contracts.
  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or Project Management Professional certifications preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years work experience, ideally with an international organization, with progressive responsibility in operations and/or programming. At least 3 of these years entailing audit, compliance or risk management experience.
  • Knowledge of audit standards and compliance regulations; knowledge of COSO’s Internal Control Framework or The Institute of Internal Audit’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
  • Knowledge of data analytics techniques and process performance improvement leading practices
  • Knowledge of accounting systems
  • Coaching and training abilities.
  • Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems.


Required Languages – English – French – Kinyarwanda

Travel – willing and able to travel up to 50 %.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

  • Good relationship management skills
  • Good analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills
  • Ability to make sound judgment
  • Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
  • Proactive, resourceful and results-oriented 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of the relevant public donor regulations preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. Knowledge of INSIGHT financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software preferred.


Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

  • Builds and Maintains Trust
  • Collaborates with Others
  • Open to Learn
  • Leads Change
  • Develops and Recognizes Others
  • Strategic Mindset
  • Personal Accountability
  • Acts with Integrity.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None 

Key Working Relationships:

  • Internal: Finance and Programming staff
  • External: Sub-Recipients, Partners

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. 

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages Youth and Female candidates to apply. 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer 


How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the attached application form, Self -Declaration Clause and submit them together with one page Cover letter plus updated CV (maximum three pages) all in/as one document – via email only to: RW_HR@crs.org not later than Friday, October 20th, 2023, at 01:30 pm.

Please, include below statement in your cover letter: 

“By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.”

Also include your full names and title “Grant Accountant@Band 8” in the subject line.

Due to anticipated high interest in this post and the expected number of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Kigali, October 05th, 2023. 

Hans Fly

Country Representative

CRS/Rwanda Program

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Claims Manager at Old Mutual Insurance Rwanda | Kigali :Deadline: 10-10-2023

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B. Claire
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Old Mutual Insurance Rwanda (former UAP Insurance Rwanda) is a subsidiary of UAP Old Mutual Group, member of Old Mutual Limited, an Integrated financial service provider comprising Insurance, Banking, and Investment Business. Old Mutual insurance Rwanda vision is being the Rwandan’s revolutionary financial services company with a commitment to enhance the quality of life by delivering peace of mind and financial freedom.


Old Mutual Limited (OML) is a premium African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 14 countries. Our primary operations are in South Africa and the Rest of Africa, and we have niche businesses in Asia. We have 12 million customers and 30,000 employees and with over 175 years of heritage across sub-Saharan Africa, we are a crucial part of the communities we serve and broader society on the continent. The business is listed on the Johannesburg, London, Zimbabwean, Malawian and Namibian stock exchanges. The UAP Old Mutual Group comprises of three key players as a result of the acquisition of a controlling stake in Faulu in 2014 and UAP in 2015 by Old Mutual. The acquisition resulted in Old Mutual Kenya and UAP Holdings (www.uapoldmutual.com) as well as Faulu Microfinance Bank (www.faulukenya.com) forming one of the largest financial services groups with a growing footprint in East and Central Africa. The Group currently has operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan and Rwanda.  The Group now offers customers a comprehensive and enhanced range of financial services which include Investment, Insurance, Banking, and Savings as well as a wider and more accessible distribution network. The wider group also offers broad career growth prospects for employees. It therefore wishes to fill the below vacant position with qualified, experienced, and talented individual to strengthen its portfolio as a Pan – African Financial Services Group. The positions’ details are further outlined below;

Role Title:

Claims Manager –1 Post

Business Unit(s):

Rwanda

Business /Function:

Claims Manager

Location:

Rwanda-Kigali

Reports To:

Operations Manager

MDP Level:

Manager of Others

Role Size

N




Job Summary

Oversees insurance claims for personal, property, or casualty loss based on coverage, appraisal, and verifiable damage. Ensures complete and sound claim settlements, legal reviews and investigations in accordance with company policies and procedures

Key tasks and responsibilities

  • Ensure that claims are registered and acknowledged promptly and customers are constantly updated on the status of the claim to ensure early conclusion of the claim and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure reserves are correctly set and constantly reviewed to reflect correct position of the companies liability at one given time
  • Ensure effective management of the payment process through speedy approval of payment journals.
  • Promptly and professionally attend to customer’s complaints and enquiries within the set standards of service.
  • Monitor the performance of service providers for effective service delivery.
  • Constantly analyze the performance of various classes of business and give recommendations to management on corrective measures to ensure the company remains profitable.
  • Ensure that all recoveries from reinsurers, third parties and sale of salvages are initiated and followed to conclusion so as to reduce the final cost of the claim.
  • Fraud detection and prevention through innovative interventions
  • Ensure that all claims that have gone legal are handled effectively and liability of the company fully discharged.
  • Maintain effective business relationships by constantly interacting with customers and service providers so as to ensure customers have a pleasant experience.
  • Prepare management reports for the department to advice on the status of the department at any one time.
  • Identify gaps in the policy terms revealed during on the claims process and recommend improvements to underwriters for purposes of improving the performance of the general business portfolio.
  • Authorize all repairs, claims, costs and fees within the authority limits and ensure that claims fall within the scope of the policy and the claims costs are not inflated.
  • Supervise, train, mentor and coach staff within the department.
  • Nurture and grow local talent as part of future succession planning.
  • Monitor effectiveness and implementation of claims department strategy

 



Qualifications and experience

  • University degree in Insurance/Legal or equivalent
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience
  • Insurance qualification

Skills and competencies

  • Strong advocacy for collaborative working skills.
  • Leadership skills
  • Thorough understanding of policy covers/wordings and their interpretation as pertaining to claims.
  • Excellent communication and negotiating

Please visit our careers page through: https://oldmutual.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Old_Mutual_Careers/details/Technical-Team-Leader–OMAO-_JR-45898?q=RWANDA

Interested candidate are requested submit their applications by 05.00 p.m. 10th October 2023.

Applicants must possess or be in the process of applying for a POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE as at the time of making an application. 

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Agriculture and Nutrition Officer at FXB Rwanda | Kigali : Deadline: 17-10-2023

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B. Claire
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ABOUT FXB RWANDA

FXB Rwanda is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) envisioning to create a world fitting for children. The organisation started its activities in Rwanda back in 1995. Through standardized interventions and implementation approaches, FXB Rwanda addresses the root causes of poverty as means of securing children’s rights to survive, grow and develop. FXB Rwanda intervenes in economic strengthening, early childhood development, nutrition, health, agriculture, water, sanitation and hygiene, violence prevention, climate change and environment conservation. Follow this link, to learn more on our intervening areas. At FXB Rwanda, we cherish: integrity, teamwork, Honesty, Accountability, Creativity and Innovation values. 



VACANT POSITION

FXB Rwanda is starting to implement Agriculture and Nutrition project in the districts of Gakenke and Nyabihu. The organisation seeks to recruit 2 Agriculture and Nutrition Officers to deliver the project interventions to the targeted beneficiaries.  

Position title: Agriculture and Nutrition Officer

Reports to: Project Technical Coordinator

Number of positions: 2

Job location: Gakenke and Nyabihu

Starting Time: As soon as possible

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Agriculture and Nutrition Officer will be in charge of helping the agricultural cooperatives with the project’s interventions. The following are the key major responsibilities.

  • Provide planned project interventions to targeted agriculture cooperatives;
  • Keeping beneficiaries’ database and update it continuously;
  • Facilitate the trainings of the cooperatives’ committees and cooperatives’ members on regenerative agricultural practices, climatic resilient farming, post-harvest management, cooperative management and entrepreneurship;
  • Helping the cooperatives to exercise the agriculture applying the techniques and practices that were taught throughout the trainings;
  • Contribute to data collection, monitoring and evaluation of the project;
  • Prepare the action plans, concept notes, reports, budgets among other documents required during the project implementation;
  • Represent FXB Rwanda and the project in the assigned area’s concerned events and meetings;
  • Mapping the stakeholders to work with and ensure the continuous collaboration for project’s success;
  • Avail daily support in proper running of the model farms to equip the target cooperative members with the skills that are to be replicated in their other farming areas;
  • Support the process of post-harvest infrastructure availing and management;
  • Work with the concerned stakeholders to ensure regular and successful use of climatic tools in place to inform the farming activities;
  • Ensure that the proper distribution of the agricultural kits is done as planned;
  • Ensure proper collaboration with the other agriculture stakeholders to link the cooperatives for any support that is beyond project;
  • Perform any other duties/ responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.


DESIRED COMPETENCES

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Nutrition, Rural Development, Forestry, Crop Production or other related field;
  • At least 3 years of experience in nutrition or agricultural value chain project;
  • Experience working with the grassroot small scale farmers is an advantage;
  • Very experienced in working with local officials and other community level stakeholders;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda;
  • Computer literacy, especially in Microsoft suite, outlook and Google suite;
  • Driving licence Category A is a must, and has to be included in the application file.


APPLICATION PROCESS 

Interested candidates with required skills and competences are requested to submit their application documents at info@fxbrwanda.org.

  • The application is made of these files: motivation letter addressed to FXB Rwanda Executive Director, CV, and well completed FXB application form (found here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/68hw76cw49ch06q/Job_Application_Form_-__FXB.pdf ).
  • All the application files have to be merged into one pdf document.
  • The application pdf document should be have a minimized size as possible, not exceeding 5 Megabytes.

The applicants should be willing to work and be based in the districts of project’s implementation. The applications will be accepted not later than Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.  (Local time). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Done at Ruyenzi, on October 04, 2023

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Project Technical Coordinator at FXB Rwanda : Deadline: 17-10-2023

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B. Claire
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ABOUT FXB RWANDA 

FXB Rwanda is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) envisioning to create a world fitting for children. The organisation started its activities in Rwanda back in 1995. Through standardized interventions and implementation approaches, FXB Rwanda addresses the root causes of poverty as means of securing children’s rights to survive, grow and develop. FXB Rwanda intervenes in economic strengthening, early childhood development, nutrition, agriculture, health, water, sanitation and hygiene, violence prevention, climate change and environment conservation. Follow this link, to learn more on our intervening areas. At FXB Rwanda, we cherish: integrity, teamwork, Honesty, Accountability, Creativity and Innovation values


VACANT POSITION 

FXB Rwanda is starting to implement the Agriculture and Nutrition project in the districts of Gakenke and Nyabihu. It is in that regard, there is a need of qualified candidate to work on the position of the Project Technical Coordinator to oversee and coordinate the implementation of the activities of this project and offer a technical support to the Agriculture and Nutrition Officers to successfully implement the project.   

Position title: Project Technical Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Program Coordinator

Number of positions: 1

Job location: Gakenke and Nyabihu

Starting Time: As soon as possible


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Technical Coordinator will perform the duties that are in line with coordination of the activities for the project to remain as successful as possible. The following are the key major responsibilities.

  • Coordinate the Agriculture and Nutrition Project activities in the catchment area;
  • Closely work with Agriculture and Nutrition Officers for timely development and submission of reports, action plans, and other necessary deliverables;
  • Lead the semestrial progress meetings with stakeholders;
  • Ensure the proper collaboration with the district and sector concerned stakeholders as well as other agricultural stakeholders, like Rwanda Agricultural Board representatives in the area;
  • Lead the monitoring and evaluation of the project’s activities;
  • Keep the coordination team and stakeholders updated of the progress of the project;
  • Represent FXB and the project in dissemination events, meetings and other form of events to share the project’s progress and insurance of its visibility;
  • Work with the field team to develop the activities’ concept notes and their reports;
  • Work with the team to ensure the proper management and handling of the infrastructure that project helps the beneficiaries with;
  • Supervise the team of Agriculture and Nutrition officers and local business coaches;
  • Build the capacities of the supervised team and liaise them with coordination for any support to fulfill their responsibilities;
  • Regular tracking of the performance of the team under his/her supervision;
  • Lead the development of cost-effectiveness strategies and their execution in the project;
  • Perform any other duties/ responsibilities assigned by the supervisor. 


DESIRED COMPETENCES 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Nutrition, Rural Development, Forestry, Crop Production or other related field;
  • At least 3 years of coordination experience in nutrition or agricultural value chain activities, preferably in non-governmental organisations;
  • Total of at least five (5) years of experience in related activities;
  • Experienced in projects that need high level of collaboration with different community level stakeholders;
  • Ability to develop, understand and interpret budgets;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda;
  • Having worked on the projects that are funded by different donors, preferably the European Union;
  • Computer literacy, especially Microsoft suite and Google suite;
  • Driving licence Category A is a must, and has to be included in the application file.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates with required skills and competences are requested to submit their application documents at info@fxbrwanda.org.

  • The application is made of these files: motivation letter addressed to FXB Rwanda Executive Director, CV, a Driving licence Category A file, and well completed FXB application form (found here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/68hw76cw49ch06q/Job_Application_Form_-__FXB.pdf ).
  • All the application files have to be merged into one pdf document.
  • The application pdf document should have a minimized size as possible, not exceeding 5 Megabytes.

The applicants should be willing to be based in one of the districts of project’s implementation. The applications will be accepted not later than Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.  (Local time). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Done at Ruyenzi, on October 04, 2023

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Enumerators: Agroforestry Blocking for the Transforming Eastern Province through Adaptation (TREPA) Project in the Eastern Rwanda International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) | Kigali | Published on 04-10-2023 | Deadline 10-10-2023

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Request for Expression of Interest

Enumerators: Agroforestry Blocking for the Transforming Eastern Province through Adaptation (TREPA) Project in the Eastern Rwanda.


Project title

Transforming Eastern Province through Adaptation (TREPA) Project

Position

Enumerators: Agroforestry Blocking for the Transforming Eastern Province through Adaptation (TREPA) Project in the Eastern Rwanda

Post level

National

Location

Field-based

Office

IUCN Rwanda Office

Language requirements

English and Kinyarwanda

Application Deadline

10th October 2023

Estimate start and end dates

16th October to 17th November 2023.




1. Background

The IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) operates in twenty-four countries in the Horn of Africa, East Africa, Southern Africa and the Western Indian Ocean. The current ESARO programming is composed of a suite of mutually interrelated programs and projects designed to address some of the most profound challenges affecting people and nature in the region. Among the projects implemented by IUCN’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office is the TREPA Project – Transforming Eastern Province through Adaptation. It is a six-year project, based in IUCN Rwanda Country Office, and funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

The TREPA Project intends to restore 60,000 hectares of drought-degraded landscapes into climate resilient ecosystems through re-forestation, agroforestry, restoration of pasture-lands, and soil erosion control measures in the Eastern Province of Rwanda. In addition, irrigation infrastructure projects in the targeted landscapes of the eastern province will be climate-proofed by the TREPA Project. These projects under MINAGRI could include Export Targeted Modern Irrigation (ETI) in Mpanga (600 hectares) and Mahama (1200 hectares), Kayonza Irrigation and Integrated Watershed Management Project in Kayonza (2000 hectares), Warufu- Mugesera in Gatsibo and Ngoma as well as Rurambi dyke in Bugesera.

IUCN Rwanda as part of Executing Entity of TREPA Project, is responsible for the Project Monitoring and Evaluation activities. Among the above, Monitoring, Control and Evaluation of supported Agroforestry (AF) areas is part of its responsibilities. This will help to ensure that agroforestry areas are mapped and registered in the agroforestry database embedded in the Forest Monitoring and Evaluation System (FMES).

In order to complete the above assignment, IUCN Rwanda would like to hire short-term Enumerators who will facilitate in AF blocking in the Eastern province of Rwanda and its Database Compilation in the FMES.


2. Technical Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the GIS and Knowledge Management Officer, the Enumerators will be responsible for (not limited to) the followings:

  • Use Tables to demarcate AF block of 5-10 Ha each in each AF landscape and Overlay each block on the administrative boundaries,
  • Carry out AF baseline mainly AF tree species available in consolidated block of 5-10 ha, list of owners, names of farmer leaders/FFS, facilitators/FPs, number and names of existing and /or planted AF trees per species,
  • Ensure the quality and field reality check of the Baseline before its daily submission into the FMES database
  • Access and report and challenge impacting on the AF Blocking work progress
  • Live and work in the assigned District of the Eastern Province
  • Carry out any other related task that might assigned to Her/Him by the Supervisor


3. Required Experience

The Enumerator, AF Blocking should meet the following requirement:

  • Bachelor Degree in Agroforestry, Forestry, GIS, Land Survey, Remote Sensing, Environmental Management, Community Development, or similar subject
  • 0-2 years of working experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, Field Data collection, and Mapping
  • Experience of conducting field surveys by using Mobile data collection Apps, Kobo Collect, Tablets, and GPS
  • Working experience on projects related to Landscape restoration, watershed management, natural resources management, Forestry and Agroforestry
  • Having previously worked with IUCN in similar assignments will be a strong asset
  • Good reporting and communication skills in Kinyarwanda and English
  • Willingness and ability to work in difficult rural areas with rough terrain and extra hours
  • Should be available to start immediately


5. Work time line

The assignment will last approximately for 30 working days ranging from 16th October to 17th November 2023.

6. Evaluation criteria

No

Criteria

Marks

1

Bachelor’s Degree in Agroforestry, Forestry, GIS, Land Survey, Remote Sensing, Environmental Management, Community Development, or similar subject

30

3

0-2 years of working experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, Field Data collection, and Mapping

Working experience on projects related to Landscape restoration, watershed management, natural resources management, Forestry and Agroforestry

30

4

Experience of conducting field surveys by using Mobile data collection Apps, Kobo Collect, Tablets, and GPS

Having previously worked with IUCN in similar assignments will be a strong asset

25

5

Good reporting and communication skills in English

15




7. Application procedure

Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter and updated Curriculum Vitae in electronic format (in a single PDF file) to tenders.rwanda@iucn.org  with a copy to lamek.nahayo@iucn.org by Tuesday 10th October 2023 at 5:00 PM.

The review of applications will be done on a rolling basis and if you don’t hear us after application deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.

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Driver at FXB Rwanda | Nyanza & Huye :Deadline: 13-10-2023

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 

FXB Rwanda is a Rwandan Local Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) created in February 2012. It is affiliated to FXB International; an international NGO created in 1989, whose mission is to fight poverty and HIV/AIDS. FXB Rwanda is currently seeking to recruit for the following positions:

Position title: Driver

Reports to: Program Coordinator 

Number of position: 1

Job location: Huye and Nyanza  District

Period: One year renewable based on performance 


JOB PURPOSE:

The Driver will technically support the implementation of IGIRE – Turengere Abana program in accordance with FXB Rwanda’s annual work plan as per the administrative/transportation regulations and standard operating procedures. She/He will be responsible for transporating program, administrative staff by vehicle in FXB Rwanda areas of operation.


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Drive office vehicles for the transporatation of FXB Rwanda staff and other authorized personnel,
  • Collection and delivery of documents and other courier items in a safe, responsible and timely manner,
  • Ensure that all assignmnts and trips are authorized, embarked on, and completed on time, with all travel and delivery requirements as per office standards,
  • Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicle including checking the oil, water, battery, brakes, tires etc,
  • Ensure that vehicles are driven safely, optimizing engines use, economizing fuel as well as minimizing wear and tear,
  • Report all vehicles maintenance problems, incidents, accidents and damage immediately to the supervisor,
  • Guard vehicles against theft and ensure that vehicles are locked and parked in the officially assigned locations,
  • Ensure that the steps steps required by traffic laws and FXB Rwanda rules and regulations are taken into consideration in case of involvement in an accident, incident or damage to the vehicle,
  • Appropriately log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption and oil changes,
  • Ensure the cleanliness of the vehicle at all times,
  • Respect the speed limits and obey all Rwanda traffic laws when driving FXB Rwanda vehicles,
  • Assist the finance department for the update of the vehicles insurance and vehicles registration and de-registration,
  • Be available to work longer hours, after working hours and week end when necessary,
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the her/his hierarchical supervisors


DESIRED COMPETENCES

  • High school diploma,
  • Certificate in automobile mechanics,
  • Valid Rwanda driver’s license Level A & B,
  • Demonstrated understanding of transportation law,
  • Excellent driving skills with a minimum of five (5) years experience in driving with a good driving records,
  • Experience in driving through the remote parts of the country,
  • Good judgement in traffic and knowledge of traffic patterns,
  • Good communication in English and Kinyarwanda 

KEY BEHAVIORS AND ABILITIES

  • Flexible, effective teamwork and interpersonal skills,
  • Well organized, systemeatic, careful, responsible, trustworthy and punctual,
  • A team player – caring, helpful, reliable and diplomatic,
  • Must be able to perform all physical aspects of the above job duties,
  • Able to work under little to no supervision. 


APLICATION GUIDELINES 

Interested candidates with required skills and competences are requested to submit their applications (only soft copies will be accepted) addressed to FXB Rwanda Executive Director. The applications include motivation letter, CVs and well completed FXB application form (found here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/68hw76cw49ch06q/Job_Application_Form_-__FXB.pdf)

must be submitted via email: info@fxbrwanda.org with the job title being applied for as the email subject not later than Friday, October 13th, 2023 at 4:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for exams.

Done at Ruyenzi, October 4, 2023

KAYITANA Emmanuel

Executive Director

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2 Job Positions of Program Officer (OVC & DREAMS) at FXB Rwanda | Nyanza & Huye : Deadline :17-10-2023

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ABOUT FXB RWANDA

FXB Rwanda is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) envisioning to create a world fitting for children. Through standardized interventions and implementation approaches, FXB Rwanda addresses the root causes of poverty as means of securing children’s rights to survive, grow and develop. FXB Rwanda intervenes in economic strengthening, early childhood development, nutrition, agriculture, health, water, sanitation and hygiene, violence prevention, climate change and environment conservation. Follow this link, to learn more on our intervening areas. At FXB Rwanda, we cherish: integrity, teamwork, Honesty, Accountability, Creativity and Innovation values


VACANT POSITION

Through its current Igire-Turengere Abana, FXB Rwanda seeks the qualified and committed candidates to hold the positions of program officer with overall responsibility of coordinating the program’s activities at sector level.

Position title: Program Officer (OVC & DREAMS)

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Number of positions: 2

Job location: Nyanza and Huye Districts

Starting Time: As soon as possible


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program officer is responsible for planning and coordinating Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) and DREAMS activities implemented under Igire-Turengere Abana Program at the community / sector level.

Identification and enrollment of potential beneficiaries for both OVC and DREAMS interventions based on established selection criteria;
Sensitization of beneficiaries and communities on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention and HIV prevention and services;
Collaboration with health facilities to ensure the access of HIV services for beneficiaries and their partners as well as ensuring access to HIV care and treatment for those in need;
Train and equip Mentors of AGYW on adolescent counseling techniques on GBV & HIV/AIDS, Psychosocial support, SRHR, Life skills, Sexual Consent Child safeguarding; and other knowledge/skills required to support AGYW;
Provide the trainings for OVC caregivers and elder AGYW on Income Generating Activities for Internal Saving and Lending Groups;
Promote positive parenting practices and effective parent-child communication about sex related issues through the Families Matter! Program curriculum.
Participation in monitoring and evaluation of site activities, including strengthening and maintaining safe space(s), school monitoring visits, monitoring of ISGs;
Supervise and coordinate the program’s community volunteers in the catchment area including DREAMS mentors, OVC linkage facilitators and Teacher mentors.
awareness campaigns aiming at preventing GBV in communities;
Provide all program related reports (Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-annual and annual reports) to the Supervisor;
Organize Quarterly Joint Planning and Quality Improvement meetings with stakeholder (partners) representatives at sector level;
Represent the organization at Sector level
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor




DESIRED COMPETENCES

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social sciences, Public Health or related field;
Three (3) years of experience in similar positions;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
Computer literacy to a high standard in Microsoft Office
Experience in USAID funded programs is an added value
Driving licence Category A is a must, and has to be included in the application file.




APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates with required skills and competences are requested to submit their application documents at info@fxbrwanda.org.

The application is made of these files: motivation letter addressed to FXB Rwanda Executive Director, CV, and well completed FXB application form (found here: http://www.mediafire.com/download/68hw76cw49ch06q/Job_Application_Form_-__FXB.pdf ).
All the application files have to be merged into one pdf document.
The application pdf document should be have minimum size as possible, not exceeding 5 Megabytes.
The applicants should be willing to work from any districts between Nyanza, Huye and Rwamagana. The applications will be accepted not later than Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. (Local time). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualified Female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Done at Ruyenzi, on October 04, 2023

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Socio-Economic Specialist (Re-advertised) at HQ Power Yumn Ltd | Kigali :Deadline: 11-10-2023

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B. Claire
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Job Title: Socio-Economic Specialist (Re-advertised)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Socio-Economic Specialist to join our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of socio-economic principles and possess expertise in analysing and assessing the social and economic impact of our peat harvesting operations. You will lead household Census and socio-economic surveys in the peat harvesting areas. You will be expected to undertake census, inventory of loss and vulnerability assessment as well as develop Livelihood Restoration Plans (LRP) that meet requirements of the IFC performance Standard 5 on land acquisition and involuntary resettlement. The holder is also expected to lead the monitoring of socio-economic impacts of the project in accordance with the project ESIA Monitoring Plan, and undertake implementation, evaluation, and monitoring of the LRPs.


Responsibilities:

  1. Conduct comprehensive census and inventory of loss to clearly identify the Project Affected Persons (PAPs) in the peat harvesting areas for land acquisition purpose.
  2. Develop, undertake, and analyse data and information related to socio-economic surveys and impact assessment including respective indicators, demographic trends, and other relevant factors.
  3. Define, and undertake the vulnerability assessment to be used in assessing vulnerability status of the affected households
  4. Develop Livelihood Restoration Plans (LRP) including entitlement matrix that meet requirements of the IFC performance Standard 5 on land acquisition and involuntary resettlement.
  5. Undertake implementation of the LRP as well as procedures to monitor and evaluate success of LRP initiatives.
  6. Organize for a completion audit upon full implementation of the LRP
  7. Undertake monitoring of the socio-economic impacts of the project activities in line with the project’s ESIA and existing socio-economic related reports
  8. Conduct field visits and engage with local communities, stakeholders, and government agencies to gather relevant data and feedback.
  9. Support in stakeholder’s engagement through mapping, meaningful consultation so that their needs are considered in LRP and relevant socio-economic reports
  10. Recommend measures to enhance socio-economic benefits from the project activities and minimise negative impacts, particularly to the project affected persons.
  11. Prepare technical reports and studies that effectively communicate findings, recommendations, and potential mitigation measures to stakeholders, and project management.
  12. Any other relevant duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or the management.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelors (Master’s degree is an added advantage) in Economics, Development Studies, Sociology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Socio-Economist or in a similar role, preferably in development projects or consulting.
  • Strong knowledge of socio-economic principles, theories, and methodologies.
  • Familiarity with World Bank/IFC requirements, particularly PS.5 on land acquisition and involuntary resettlement, guidelines, or other relevant international lender guidelines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to write clear and concise technical reports and effectively present complex information to diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software packages.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.


How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well-detailed CV no later than 11th October 2023 via the apply button below.

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Orphans and Vulnerable Children Project Officer/OVC Project Officer at African Evangelistic Enterprise (AEE RWANDA) | Rusizi :Deadline: 10-10-2023

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 

African Evangelistic Enterprise (AEE-Rwanda) wishes to recruit a full-time orphans and vulnerable children project officer/ OVC Project Officer in IGIRE Ubaka Ejo (IUE) activity funded by USAID under the Cooperative Agreement no720-696-22-CA-00004.

The OVC Project Officer will be based in Rusizi District in the Western Province.


JOB DETAILS:

IGIRE Ubaka Ejo (IUE) activity intends to improve the socio-economic resilience to and reduce the risk of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), and their families living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in the three districts of Gasabo, Kayonza, Rusizi.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The project officer is responsible for project implementation at the community level. He/she is involved in households’ identification, screening, registration and conduct home visits to enrolled beneficiaries to ensure that project objectives are achieved.


Detailed duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate case workers and community linkage facilitators in OVC programming in line with the PEPFAR OVC guidance and implementation model and provide them with required technical support
  • Oversee screening and enrolment of vulnerable children into the OVC program based on the case management tool
  • Create and maintain an up to date case file for each OVC ensuring documentation of case follow up, achievement and closure,
  • Visit OVC in schools to monitor/track academic performance
  • Formulate strategies focused on achieving OVC graduation benchmarks and track progress towards graduation.
  • Participate both in internal and external Program Quality Assurance Activities such as DQA and SIMS and ensure the organization score excellent in all evaluations and assessments.
  • The incumbent will deliver economic strengthening and education initiatives to the critically vulnerable OVC households to access education and life skills.
  • Work closely with health facilities and community structures to support bi-directional referral and linkage of CLHIV/ALHIV to receive high quality primary health care packages including HIV services
  • Coordinate the work of different OVC stakeholders and community structures within the allocated district to deliver services in the core program areas to meet the needs of OVC.
  • Lead in development of district join work plans, review activities budgets and accountabilities
  • Prepare and submit high quality and timely reports to Branch manager
  • Participate in the meetings organized by local district and sectors authorities as well as those organized by the program
  • Perform any other tasks requested by the organization’s hierarchy.


Minimum required qualifications and skills

  • The ideal candidate for the Ubaka Ejo program OVC Project Officer should preferably hold a bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Nursing.
  • More than 3 years of experience working with PLHIV, OVC, MVC, or other vulnerable.
  • High level of language proficiency in English; able to make oral presentations and write clear reports.
  • Self-motivated, persistent, resolute and able to deliver without close supervision.
  • A Born-again Christian who is compassionate and cares, with ability to foster teamwork.
  • Must have excellent people skills.
  • Must be a good communicator, capable of effectively sharing knowledge and skills gained with others.
  • Should not be above 35 years old.
  • Willingness to travel 40-50% of the time using a motorcycle throughout program covered zones and work flexible hours
  • Computer literacy to a high standard in Microsoft Office
  • Flexibility, humility, resourcefulness.
  • Driving license, category AWork Hours: 8


Job application procedure

  • Expression of interest letter
  • Updated CV (maximum 2 pages) with contact details
  • 3 references
  • Copies of educational qualifications
  • Church recommendation
  • Copy of National Identity card.
  • Copy of Driving license

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their application documents written in English addressed to AEE Rwanda Executive Secretary exclusively to: aeerecruitment@aeerwanda.ngo

Deadline for application: October 10th, 2023 not later than 5:00pm Kigali time.

Please, include the below statement in your motivation letter:

“By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that AEE requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics”

Due to the anticipated high interest in this post and the expected number of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Done on October 4, 2023

Human Resources Department

AEE Rwanda

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4 Job Positions of Veterinary Laboratory Technician Under Contract at RAB REVENUES :Deadline: Oct 13, 2023

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B. Claire
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Job Description

Reporting to Laboratory Services Manager
-Ensure sample reception, registration, division, and preparation;
-Collecting/Receiving, and analyzing biological samples (blood, hair, milk, tissue, etc.
 Serological analysis
 Bacteriological analysis
 Molecular analysis
 Parasitological analysis
-Validate all results at Rubilizi Lab before reporting them.
-Maintaining, calibrating, cleaning, and testing the sterility of the equipment
-Organize the request for needed reagents and materials to be sent to needed sites
-Providing technical support
-Writing reports, reviews, and summaries
-Designing and executing laboratory testing according to standard procedures
-Conducting experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods
-Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions
-Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
-Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
-Ensure timely planning, requisition, and procurement of Lab materials/ consumables and equipment, while calibration
-Contribute to maintaining a safe work environment, for personnel, customers, equipment, and facilities;
-Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
-Presenting results to senior staff
-Proper storage of samples for further tests and research
-Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments
-Perform any other duty assigned by your supervisor




Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Laboratory Technology

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Studies

    1 Year of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Production

    1 Year of relevant experience




Competency and Key Technical Skills

  • Integrity

  • Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

  • Inclusiveness

  • Accountability

  • Communication

  • Teamwork

  • Client/citizen focus

  • Professionalism

  • Commitment to continuous learning

  • Skills in laboratory practice

  • Having teamwork abilities.

  • Skills in Laboratory planning skills

  • Proven experience in laboratory diagnostics

  • Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem-solving skills

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Emerging Voices and Professional Exchanges Coordinator at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda | Kigali: Deadline :18-10-2023

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B. Claire
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Emerging Voices and Professional Exchanges Coordinator    

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI- 2023-027R 

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for Emerging Voices and Professional Exchanges Coordinator position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Emerging Voices (EV) and Professional Exchanges Coordinator coordinates the Mission’s exchange programs for Established Opinion Leaders (EOL) audiences (individuals and organizations such as think tanks, professional associations, civil society organizations, and academic institutions) and Emerging Voices (EV) audiences (youth and communities that are not included in traditional U.S. diplomatic engagement, such as civil society groups and populations vulnerable to extremist appeals). Makes recommendations to the Front Office and other sections or agencies on leveraging exchange programs to achieve foreign policy priorities or designing new exchanges to meet emergent needs.


All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by October 18, 2023. 

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov

Please note that e-mailed applications are not accepted. Only applications submitted through our Electronic Recruitment Application will be considered.

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Human Resources Manager at Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima (PIH) | Rwinkavu : Deadline: 13-10-2023

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B. Claire
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Job Title:

Human Resources Manager

Department:

Human Resources

Location:

Rwinkwavu;  with frequent travels to other IMB sites

Grade: 4B

Reports to:

 Human Resources Director

Positions reporting to:

N/A



Main Responsibilities

1

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the HR Director, the HR Manager plays a pivotal role in executing the department’s HR-administrative related tasks. Transmitting support throughout Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima (PIH/IMB) departments and at all levels in the organization.

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Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Hiring

  • Coordinating and supporting the recruitment process; by assisting with performance requisition form and other pre-recruitment documents, with posting job vacancies, extracting applicants’ CVs for reviews;
  • Assist to coordinate interviews; including contacting applicants for interview, organize logistics including securing interview venues, and preparation of any other relevant materials
  • Contact unsuccessful job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications
  • Conduct background investigations and reference checks about prospective hires
  • Help with new-hire procedures; schedule and partake in on-boarding and instating of new-arrivals, creating new employee files, emails, administering employee HR Manual, forms and any other handbooks, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is properly filled-out
  • Be responsible for all recruitment related filings (including application forms and interview notes)


HR Records Management

  • Prepare and initiate for signature all offer letters and contracts of employment, contract extension letters, promotion and termination letters, employment confirmation letters, etc
  • Keep track of contract expiry dates with a timely reminder, e-mail to respective supervisors, including IMB service providers
  • Manage and keep track of time-sheets in collaboration with all concerned employees and ensure timely submission to appropriate persons
  • Produce and submit HR related reports as required including M&E and the implementation of the IMB Strategic Plan
  • Organize, maintain and update human resources staff records (files), record and document employee information such as promotions, transfers and resignations, etc to keep updated HR databases and tracking systems, including periodic staff lists.
  • Assisting separating employees to complete resignation paperwork; handover and exit forms, conduct exit interviews, contact all service providers (medical insurance company, MTN, IMB IT team, etc) for deactivations and ensuring that all necessary employment closure paperwork is completed on time.

Leave Management

  • Promote work-life balance through ensuring all departments/programs have annual leave calendars/plans and all leave types are logged in HR system-leaves, send out encouraging  emails to all staff to take leave-breaks
  • Help coach supervisors, managers and all employees to use and understand how HR system-leaves is used and how to use it properly
  • Make certain that the leaves window provides the right information and work with software developer team to make it more usable


Management of Related Tasks

  • Liaise with service providers in the registration of recruits like; securing CSR/RSSB numbers, comprehensive medical assurance, etc
  • Coordinate with finance office and auditors to provide staff records for auditing
  • Responding to procurement related requests and correspondances; including annual procurement plans
  • Immediate distribution and  pursue of incoming and outgoing employee documents correspondences
  • Provide secretarial support to the HR department including data entry, printing information, schedule HR related gatherings,  any required writings including concept notes, internal memos, proposals, etc
  • Performs periodic audits to HR files and records to confirm all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
  • Pay regular visits to all IMB Sites to support site-based staff on HR related matters
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices
  • Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource information
  • And any other duties as assigned



Required experince and skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or business administration with a specialty in Human Resources, Accounting or Information Technology (IT)
  • Atleast 5-6 years working experience in human resources management in public or NGO institutions
  • Solid knowledge of current trends and best practices in Human Resouces Management
  • Solid knowledge to Rwandan labour laws and effective HR administration tasks
  • Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity
  • High level critical thinking
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines
  • Interpersonal skills related to networking, internal resilience and sensitivity to diversity, hardworking and quick learning
  • Fluency in spoken and written English and Kinyarwanda (fluency in French is a bonus)
  • Ability to live in rural set-up.
  • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu-Compassion, Ubupfura-Integrity, Ubunyangamugayo-Honesty, Ubwubahane-Mutual respect, Ubumwe-Solidarity, Agaciro-Dignity, Kugira ishyaka-Determination
  • At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. 

How to apply:  

If you believe that you are the right candidate for the above position, please follow the link https://www.pih.org/pages/employment?p=job%2FoNhCofwO and submit your CV and application letter in pdf or word formats only.

Applications should be submitted not later than  13 October 2023

 

 

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PDC M&E Manager at Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima (PIH) :Deadline: 16-10-2023

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title :

PDC M&E Manager

Department:

Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH)

Grade :

4A

Location:

Kirehe

Reports to :

PDC GCC TTS2 Project Manager

Positions Reporting to

N/A



Overall Responsibilities

The PDC Baby Ubuntu Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Manager will be responsible for managing monitoring, evaluation, learning and data analysis for implementation of PDC/Baby Ubuntu scale up in districts. S/he will lead all aspects of programmatic data collection, monitoring and evaluation in partnership with district health facilities’ staff and internal project staff. S/he will lead development of implementation and impact donor reports. The M&E Manager will report directly to the PDC GCC TTS2 Project Manager.

MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILIES FOR THE POSITION:

  • Coordinate monitoring, evaluation and learning of program implementation across different levels
  • Design, develop and implement a robust M&E system for the project; working with multiple stakeholders and the project team.
  • Assist with the design and development of forms and questionnaires for data collection for project implementation
  • Provide the program with the data needed for data driven decision-making
  • Contributes to high-quality program implementation by tracking project activities progress against planned achievements, outcomes, and impact. Ensure that project milestones are executed as planned
  • Perform quantitative and qualitative data collection, cleaning and analysis using standard tools recommended by the M&E program
  • Advise the program leadership on indicators to monitor that will inform the implementation status
  • Prepare and submit regularly progress and completion report of the project implementation
  • Build capacity and provide technical support of project teams and service providers on monitoring and evaluation related topics
  • Ensure the quality of programmatic data collected and reported
  • Work with the Cross M&E to evaluate intervention of the PDC/Baby Ubuntu program
  • Collect feedback and liaise with HIS team on improvement of systems being used to collect program data
  • Document success stories, lessons learned and make appropriate recommendations
  • Draft reports and presentations for high level meetings as directed by the supervisor
  • Participate in capacity building sessions as organized by the M&E program
  • Participate in program research related activities
  • Participate in other M&E tasks not limited to PDC/Baby Ubuntu program as directed by the supervisor
  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in health data science, M&E, statistics, epidemiology, public/global health or other relevant fields. Master degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5+ years, proven experience in M&E and data management, or related roles within the healthcare or health project implementation
  • Strong technical expertise in M&E methodologies, data collection and analysis
  • Familiarity with digital tools and electronic medical record systems
  • Demonstrated experience in leading evaluations, impact assessments and research studies.
  • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders
  • Experience working with international teams and diverse stakeholders, particularly healthcare teams, non-professional service providers, local leaders and community
  • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as R, STATA, Python, or SQL
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at various levels
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to ensuring data quality, privacy, and security
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work and live in rural settings
  • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu, Ubupfura, Ubwubahane, Ubunyangamugayo, Ubumwe, Agaciro, Kugira ishyaka.




How to apply:  

If you believe that you are the right candidate for the above position, please follow the link https://www.pih.org/pages/employment?p=job%2Fo3hCofw4 and submit your CV and application letter in pdf or word formats only.  Applications should be submitted not later than 16 October 2023.












Pediatric Development Clinic (PDC) Site Coordinator at Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima (PIH) :Deadline: 16-10-2023

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B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title :

Pediatric Development Clinic (PDC)

 Site Coordinator

Department:

Clinical-Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH)

Grade :

3A

Location:

Burera, Kamonyi, and …

Reports to :

PDC Project  Manager

Positions Reporting to

N/A



Overall Responsibilities

The PDC/Baby Ubuntu site coordinator will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of PDC/Baby Ubuntu implementation in their assigned district. S/he will provide daily support, and mentorship to cluster based mentors and supportive supervision to health center teams and group facilitators. S/he will be based in the district’s health catchment area, at the central health facility where the clusters will be, and will work closely with the district’s leadership, health facility leadership, project manager, and project teams to support joint implementation of PDC/Baby Ubuntu in their assigned district catchment area. The PDC Baby Ubuntu Site Coordinator will report directly to the Project Manager.

MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILIES FOR THE POSITION:

  • Oversee and coordinate all aspects of implementation of the project activities at health facilities and community level in the assigned district catchment areas
  • Work with relevant stakeholders at district, cluster and health facility levels to ensure timely, and smooth implementation of all activities
  • Plan and coordinate all required coordination meetings and workshops at district and cluster levels for effective project implementation
  • Plan and coordinate all logistics for planned trainings at district and cluster levels for effective delivery
  • Routinely visit cluster based PDC/Baby Ubuntu mentors to provide mentorship and supportive supervision for continuous quality improvement
  • Support heath center teams to develop, implement and monitor quality improvement projects
  • Work closely with cluster based mentors to monitor the performance of PDC providers, ensure adherence to protocols, identify gaps in service delivery and intervene early as appropriate
  • Coordinate regular meetings with health facility team to discuss cross-cutting issues identified during mentorship and service delivery
  • Routine reporting on mentorship and quality improvement activities
  • Work closely with service providers to ensure that client data is recorded with high quality, routine data monitoring and collect feedback from service providers for improvements of EMR systems to support delivery of quality care
  • Prepare and participate in the district wide data sharing and QI debriefing meetings
  • Communicate on a regular basis with the project manager and other site coordinators to provide updates on assigned district
  • Perform other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

  • Advanced degree in pediatric nursing, neonatal nursing, clinical medicine, or pediatric occupational therapy, with proven relevant experience in early interventions, child development and disability. Bachelors’ degree preferred.
  • Active license to practice in Rwanda
  • Experience with facilitation, training, and mentorship (rather than direct clinical practice only)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at various levels
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working with international teams and diverse stakeholders, particularly healthcare teams, non-professional service providers, local leaders and community
  • Experience with data interpretation, collection and usage
  • Passion for working with infants and children, and their families
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, possess computer skills with experience in the use of electronic medical records (EMR)
  • Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English required,
  • Additional fluency in French strongly preferred
  • Ability to live and work in rural settings, with frequent travel to health facilities
  • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu, Ubupfura, Ubwubahane, Ubunyangamugayo, Ubumwe, Agaciro, Kugira ishyaka.
  • At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures

How to apply:  

If you believe that you are the right candidate for the above position, please follow the link https://www.pih.org/pages/employment?p=job%2FoYhCofwZ and submit your CV and application letter in pdf or word formats only.  Applications should be submitted not later than 16 October 2023.

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Pediatric Development Clinic (PDC) M&E Manager at Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima (PIH) :Deadline: 16-10-2023

By
B. Claire
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title :

Pediatric Development Clinic (PDC)

M&E Manager

Department:

Clinical-Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (MNCAH)

Grade :

4A

Location:

Kirehe

Reports to :

PDC Project Manager

Positions Reporting to

N/A



Overall Responsibilities

The PDC/Baby Ubuntu Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Manager will be responsible for managing monitoring, evaluation, learning and data analysis for implementation of PDC/Baby Ubuntu scale up in districts. S/he will lead all aspects of programmatic data collection, monitoring and evaluation in partnership with district health facilities’ staff and internal project staff. S/he will lead development of implementation and impact donor reports. The M&E Manager will report directly to the PDC GCC TTS2 Project Manager.

MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILIES FOR THE POSITION:

  • Coordinate monitoring, evaluation and learning of program implementation across different levels
  • Design, develop and implement a robust M&E system for the project; working with multiple stakeholders and the project team.
  • Assist with the design and development of forms and questionnaires for data collection for project implementation
  • Provide the program with the data needed for data driven decision-making
  • Contributes to high-quality program implementation by tracking project activities progress against planned achievements, outcomes, and impact. Ensure that project milestones are executed as planned
  • Perform quantitative and qualitative data collection, cleaning and analysis using standard tools recommended by the M&E program
  • Advise the program leadership on indicators to monitor that will inform the implementation status
  • Prepare and submit regularly progress and completion report of the project implementation
  • Build capacity and provide technical support of project teams and service providers on monitoring and evaluation related topics
  • Ensure the quality of programmatic data collected and reported
  • Work with the Cross M&E to evaluate intervention of the PDC/Baby Ubuntu program
  • Collect feedback and liaise with HIS team on improvement of systems being used to collect program data
  • Document success stories, lessons learned and make appropriate recommendations
  • Draft reports and presentations for high level meetings as directed by the supervisor
  • Participate in capacity building sessions as organized by the M&E program
  • Participate in program research related activities
  • Participate in other M&E tasks not limited to PDC/Baby Ubuntu program as directed by the supervisor
  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in health data science, M&E, statistics, epidemiology, public/global health or other relevant fields. Master degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5+ years, proven experience in M&E and data management, or related roles within the healthcare or health project implementation
  • Strong technical expertise in M&E methodologies, data collection and analysis
  • Familiarity with digital tools and electronic medical record systems
  • Demonstrated experience in leading evaluations, impact assessments and research studies.
  • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders
  • Experience working with international teams and diverse stakeholders, particularly healthcare teams, non-professional service providers, local leaders and community
  • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as R, STATA, Python, or SQL
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at various levels
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to ensuring data quality, privacy, and security
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work and live in rural settings
  • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu, Ubupfura, Ubwubahane, Ubunyangamugayo, Ubumwe, Agaciro, Kugira ishyaka.
  • At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

How to apply:  

If you believe that you are the right candidate for the above position, please follow the link https://www.pih.org/pages/employment?p=job%2Fo0hCofw1 and submit your CV and application letter in pdf or word formats only.

Applications should be submitted not later than 16 October 2023.

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Head of Human Resources at ITM Africa Ltd | Kigali :Deadline: 09-10-2023

By
B. Claire
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HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Are you a dynamic HR leader ready to drive our vision for success? Join us as our Head of HR and be at the forefront of our mission to empower businesses through innovative HR strategies. Apply today and be a catalyst for positive change in the entrepreneurial landscape.

ITM Africa Ltd, an international company specialized in all HR solutions is currently supporting a client to hire a Head of HR.


Job overview:

The Head of HR is responsible for creating and maintaining an efficient, motivated, and well-functioning team. The Head HR responsibilities encompass various aspects of human resources management and strategic planning including recruitment, performance management, policies and procedures, employee’s welfare, etc. The Head HR fosters a productive work culture and enables Rwanda team To growth and success by ensuring that our team in Rwanda are nurtured and empowered to their fullest potential.


I. Key responsibilities:

a. Recruitment and employee on/offboarding management (40%):

  • Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the industry. Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions. Lead the hiring process and ensure a diverse and skilled workforce.
  • Oversee the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth integration into the organization’s culture and processes. Similarly, manage the offboarding process when employees leave, conducting exit interviews and analyzing feedback to identify areas of improvement.


b. People development (40%):

  • In collaboration with the DAF, develop and implement performance management systems that include regular feedback, goal setting, performance appraisals, and recognition programs. Work with managers to address performance issues and identify opportunities for employee development and growth.
  • Build a culture of efficiency with oversight and continued development.
  • Collaborate with department heads to identify skill gaps and training needs within the organization. Plan and execute training programs to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge, contributing to their professional development.
  • Develop strategies to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create an inclusive and equitable workplace that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all employees.


c. HR team lead (20%):

  • Lead and mentor the HR Team consisting of 1-2 members.
  • Be an active member of Management:
    • Be exemplary to the rest of the team
    • Carry an entrepreneurial attitude on Rwanda’s targets and activities: Keep a helicopter view, challenge, suggest, and act wherever necessary in order to actively contribute to the stability, continuity and efficiency within our team in Rwanda as a whole.
    • Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry standards.
    • Analyze HR data and metrics, identify trends, support the senior management to make informed decisions.

II. Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology or any other related field.


Experience

  • At least 7 years of experience in HR with extensive exposure to employee relations, performance management, people development, recruitment or comparable experience.

Attitude and values

We promotes value-based entrepreneurship. As a team, we walk the talk. We expect every team member to proactively practice, nurture and strengthen the following key aspects of his or her working attitude:

  • Eager to learn and be the driver of personal and organizational growth
  • Be an active listener and a trusted partner to the team
  • Be the ambassador of efficiency and growth
  • Strive to perform and deliver beyond strict job content with a high ownership


Key competencies:

  • High knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations
  • Creative mind and innovative with focus on efficiency & productivity
  • Talent acquisition and recruitment strategies expertise
  • Proficiency in performance management
  • Excellent communication (both in Kinyarwanda and English) and interpersonal skills
  • High leadership and management skills
  • High ability to influence and drive change
  • Good data-driven decision-making skills
  • Strategic mindset and solution oriented
  • High adaptability and flexibility
  • Hight ethical conduct.

Application process:

Please note that due to high demand; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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CORE Rwanda Program Manager at Land O’Lakes Venture37 | Kigali : Deadline: 18-10-2023

By
B. Claire
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CORE Rwanda Program  Manager – Kigali, Rwanda

Closing date: October 18, 2023

Background: 

Project Description:

Venture37 is implementing the USAID–funded 5-year, $11.6M Cooperative Resilience and Equity activity “CORE” in Rwanda and Zambia. Running from October 2023 through September 2028, CORE aims to foster vibrant, sustainable cooperative ecosystems in Rwanda and Zambia, in which self-managed cooperatives and all their members flourish economically and socially. Through CORE, Venture37 will take a localized and market-responsive approach, engaging market actors, including women and youth in activity design, implementation, and measurement to tailor activities to their unique needs while strengthening their capacity to create sustainable solutions.


Across Rwanda and Zambia, CORE will reach over 160 dairy, grains, horticulture, and oilseed cooperatives and 12,000 members in partnership with local market actors; the activity’s objectives will be met through three major components, namely:

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


Position Summary:  

The Program Manager will serve as Land O’Lakes Venture37’s technical and cooperative development expert based in Kigali, Rwanda. The primary role is to provide technical leadership and program management for the Rwanda-based activities of the USAID-funded Cooperative Resilience and Equity Activity (CORE).

The job holder will have a role in contributing to the activity objectives by working directly with apex organizations, building relationships with national-level stakeholders, and overseeing the technical implementation of the activity. He/she will liaise with other individuals on the activity team, specifically the Chief of Party. The job holder also provides expertise on areas of cooperative financial management, business management, business plan development, producer group accounting and operations, governance, financial models and linkages/access to financial institutions and services. The role will also require program management duties including report writing, event planning, procurement of supplies and services, and management of consultants.


Reporting & Supervision:

This position is supervised by the CORE Chief of Party.

This position will manage at least three Rwanda-based positions, including the Cooperative Business Advisor, Access to Finance Specialist, Gender and Youth Inclusion Specialist, as well as CORE sub-awardees.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Ensure technical project activities achieve performance targets.
  • Manage the CORE workplan to ensure timely, quality, and on-budget implementation of activities in Rwanda.
  • Lead implementation and achievement of CORE’s cooperative enabling environment improvement objective.
  • Liaise and visit regularly with activity partners, including cooperatives, government ministries and agencies and private businesses.
  • Advise and manage activity staff on high-level activity implementation including the enabling environment initiatives, cooperative technical assistance, marketing, and periodic assessments.
  • Implement project adaptations to ensure innovative, effective approaches to reaching activity targets.
  • Oversee the project’s gender inclusion work, including direct management of the project Gender Inclusion Specialist.
  • Ensure the project is compliant with applicable rules and regulations of USAID, Land O’Lakes Venture37, and the Government of Rwanda.
  • Oversee large sub-awards and consulting agreements to ensure quality implementation.
  • Disseminate learning to create and sustain an organization-wide understanding of latest learnings and global best practices in cooperative and producer organization development.
  • Leverage Cooperative Development Program (CDP) activities and learning to inform Practice Management Area strategies around market access and cooperative development.
  • Keep project implementation information and documents up to date on the project SharePoint site.
  • Other duties as to be assigned by the supervisor to support the projects and/or the work of Land O’Lakes Venture37.


Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, agriculture, or a related field.
  • At least five (5) years of progressively responsible project management or technical experience.
  • Experience working with international development projects; USAID experience preferred.
  • Experience with agricultural value chains, market systems, and/or agricultural enterprise development.
  • Experience working with and strengthening capacity of agricultural farmer-owned enterprises (Cooperatives, Associations, Small and Medium Enterprises)
  • Experience managing relationships with local, regional, and government agencies.
  • Strong track record of being flexible and adaptable to program changes and needs.
  • Experience and ability to manage multiple staff
  • Proven track record managing a development project or program in Rwanda.
  • Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. 


Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

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

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

Application Link:

Core Rwanda Program Manager – Rwanda – Careers (avature.net)

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CORE Rwanda Cooperative Business Development Advisor at Land O’Lakes Venture37 | Kigali :Deadline: 18-10-2023

By
B. Claire
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0

CORE Rwanda Cooperative Business Development Advisor

Location:  Kigali, Rwanda 

Closing date: October 18, 2023

Background: 

Project Description:

Venture37 is implementing the USAID–funded 5-year, $11.6M Cooperative Resilience and Equity activity “CORE” in Rwanda and Zambia. Running from October 2023 through September 2028, CORE aims to foster vibrant, sustainable cooperative ecosystems in Rwanda and Zambia, in which self-managed cooperatives and all their members flourish economically and socially. Through CORE, Venture37 will take a localized and market-responsive approach, engaging market actors, including women and youth in activity design, implementation, and measurement to tailor activities to their unique needs while strengthening their capacity to create sustainable solutions.

Across Rwanda and Zambia, CORE will reach over 160 dairy, grains, horticulture, and oilseed cooperatives and 12,000 members in partnership with local market actors; the activity’s objectives will be met through three major components, namely:

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


Position Summary:  

The Cooperative Business Advisor will be responsible for overall coordination and management of the CORE’s cooperative performance improvement objective in Rwanda. This position will lead the efforts to streamline activities associated with advancing the business performance of partner primary cooperatives in Rwanda, ensuring quality program implementation by working directly with primary cooperatives, building relationships with cooperatives, and other stakeholders. The incumbent will collaborate with other individuals on the project team, specifically the Business Development Officers, the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist and the Gender and Youth Inclusion Specialist based in Rwanda. This role will also provide expertise in areas of cooperative financial management, business management, business plan development, governance, financial models and linkages/access to financial institutions and markets. Other program management duties will include report writing, event planning, procurement of supplies and services, and management of consultants.


Reporting & Supervision:

This position is supervised by the Rwanda Program Manager.

This position will manage at least three Rwanda-based positions, including the Cooperative Business Advisor, Access to Finance Specialist, Gender and Youth Inclusion Specialist, as well as CORE sub-awardees.

Primary Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Technical responsibilities: “Improve the business performance of partner primary cooperatives” (70%)

  • Work with the Rwanda Program Manager to develop scopes of work that are responsive to identified performance areas.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with primary cooperatives and their leadership ensuring.
  • Regular visit with program partners, cooperatives, districts, and private businesses.
  • Provide guidance to cooperatives through training and/or mentorship, focusing on business improvement including financial management and business development services (BDS).
  • Conduct annual capacity needs assessments at partner primary cooperatives to inform performance priority areas of improvement.
  • Collaborate with the Business Development Officers to conduct periodic performance assessments at unions and other apex bodies.
  • Monitor and track cooperative business performance, and regularly liaise with the Rwanda Program Manager for associated reporting and thoughtful planning of future technical assistance.
  • Participate in the development, promotion, coordination, and delivery of business resources, tools, trainings, and workshops with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Engage business owners in financial performance analysis through a coaching approach with participatory and open-book management techniques.
  • Educate businesses and employees on cooperative governance and management systems , working together to create and improve policies and practices including training cooperatives on meeting facilitation, decision-making, and participatory engagement structures. 


Project Management/Implementation Responsibilities (30%)

  • Work with Rwanda Venture37’s finance team to ensure timely and accurate payments are made to consultants and contractors.
  • Monitor consultants and contractors’ performance and review deliverables for quality and completeness.
  • Follow Land O’Lakes Venture37 procedures to mobilize and manage individual consultants and firms providing technical assistance to partner cooperatives and apex organizations.
  • Liaise with the MEL manager to ensure firms and individual consultants are submitting accurate, timely MEL reports.
  • Ensure the project is compliant with applicable Venture37 and USAID rules and regulations and the Government of Rwanda.
  • Track key implementation lessons and liaise with the Rwanda Program Manager and MEL Specialist to properly document.
  • Supervise and mentor staff under their direct management to support their performance and professional development.
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support the project and/or the work of Land O’Lakes Venture37 in Rwanda.


Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or any other related development subject.
  • Relevant background in developing business development services to farmer cooperatives and or small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
  • Minimum of four (4) years’ experience strengthening the capacity of farmers and/or leaders of producer organizations (Cooperatives).
  • Good understanding of agricultural cooperatives development.
  • Experience managing relationships with local partners, private and government agencies.
  • Ability to lead, manage and supervise a team including consultants.
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal and written and oral skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

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

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

Application Link:

Core Rwanda Cooperative Business Development Advisor – Rwanda – Careers (avature.net)

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Professeur d’EPC (Philosophie et Citoyenneté) at Ecole Belge de Kigali :Deadline: 04-11-2023

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B. Claire
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L’École Belge de Kigali recherche un professeur d’EPC (Philosophie et citoyenneté)

L’École Belge de Kigali

L’École Belge de Kigali est une école privée internationale. Elle existe depuis plus de 55 ans. Créée par la coopération belge, elle est à présent gérée par une ASBL de droit rwandais. Elle est financée essentiellement par le minerval payé par les parents. Toutes les sections suivent les programmes de la Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles. L’école reçoit périodiquement l’inspection, et ses diplômes sont reconnus par la Fédération. Ainsi, ses liens historiques avec la Belgique se maintiennent.


La marque distinctive de l’école est celle d’un enseignement de qualité, et d’un environnement humain et bienveillant. Pour que le meilleur soit donné à nos élèves, nous sommes exigeants avec nos enseignants ! Nous attendons d’eux dynamisme, inventivité, implication, empathie, et aussi adaptation et souplesse. Lors de la crise du COVID-19, nous avons dû trouver seuls des solutions inédites – cela, grâce à des enseignants qui ont su faire preuve de ces qualités.

Nous accueillons à l’école des profils très différents : aussi bien de jeunes diplômés que des personnes d’expérience ou des familles avec enfants.

Nous recherchons pour l’année 2023-2024 :

Date limite de candidature : 04 Novembre 2023

Un professeur d’EPC (éducation à la philosophie et la citoyenneté)

Nous privilégions les personnes porteuses d’un titre requis délivré par la FWB, et dotées d’une expérience de l’enseignement selon les programmes de la FWB.


Votre tâche

  • Vous assurez le cours d’Éducation à la philosophie et à la citoyenneté de la 1e à la 4e
  • Vous travaillez en collaboration avec les autres professeurs.
  • Vous effectuez toutes les tâches liées à votre charge de professeur et participez à la vie de l’école.

Volume de la charge

16 périodes hebdomadaires.

Profil du candidat

  • AESI Français – EPC

Procédure de recrutement

Veuillez envoyer votre CV, accompagné d’une lettre de motivation, à l’adresse suivante :

recrutement@ebkrw.org

Si votre profil nous intéresse, nous vous demanderons de compléter un questionnaire plus approfondi, puis nous vous inviterons à une entrevue par vidéoconférence.

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Itangazo rya Cyamunara ya MOTO 10 zishaje za RIB: Kuzisura:02/10-12/10/2023

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B. Claire
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Ibicishije kurubuga rwayo, RIB yamenyesheje ababyifuza bose ko yateguye Cyamura ya MOTO 10 z`ubwoko butandukanye  zishaje.

Gusura ibi binyabiziga bikaba bizakorwa kumataliki ya 02/10-12/10/2023 i Saa tatu za mugitondo (09:00) kugeza i Saa kumi z`igicamunsi (4:00 PM) kukicaro gikuru cya RIB/KIMIHURURA

Soma itangazo ryose hano:

Kanda hano urebe iritangazo kurubuga rwa RIB












Driver in Mombasa-Kenya for a period of one (1) year at Rwanda Revenue Authority: Deadline:10/10/2023

By
B. Claire
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Rwanda Revenue Authority is seeking to recruit self-motivated, qualified person of high integrity to fill the contractual position of a Driver in Mombasa-Kenya for a period of one (1) year.


DRIVER (1 POSITION)
Under the supervision of the Kenya Station Section, a Driver is responsible for transporting RRA staff stationed at Mombasa 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 Kenyan
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 to recruitment@rra.gov.rw their Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the Identity Card and a copy of the Certificate as per the required qualification in a PDF format organized  in one file Degree not later than 10/10/2023.

Note that:
• All exams will be held in Mombasa – Kenya.
• The successful candidate shall be based in Mombasa-Kenya.
Done at Kigali on 02/10/2023

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Principal Technical HR Officer in Charge of Support Services at Rwanda Revenue Authority:Deadline:11/10/2023

By
B. Claire
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Rwanda Revenue Authority is seeking to recruit self-motivated, qualified person of high integrity to fill the following post of Principal Technical HR Officer in Charge of Support Services .
Interested candidates should visit our job portal via https://nom.rra.gov.rw/onlineapp/ to find out if you are the right candidate and apply before 11/10/2023.
RRA is an equal-opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Ibiciro bishya by’ibikomoka kuri peteroli, biratangira kubahirizwa none tariki ya 4 Ukwakira 2023

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B. Claire
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Ibicishije kurukuta rwayo rwa Twetter; RURA yatangaje Ibiciro bishya by’ibikomoka kuri peteroli, biratangira kubahirizwa tariki ya 4 Ukwakira 2023

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Ikibazo cyo gutwara abagenzi kirimo kiravugutirwa umuti! Reba Itangazo rya RURA ryo kuwa 03/10/2023

By
B. Claire
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Hashingiwe ku itangazo rya @RwandaInfra ryo ku wa 03/10/2023, RURA yamenyesheje  abantu bose bafite imodoka zifite imyanya guhera kuri 7 babyifuza ko bemerewe by’agateganyo gutwara abagenzi. Ababyifuza bakaba basabwa kwiyandikisha banyuze ku rubuga rwa RURA.

Soma itangazo ryose hano:

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Kanda hano isome iri tangazo kuri Twetter ya RURA












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2 Labour inspectors at MIFOTRA: Deadline: Jun 8, 2026

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Job responsibilities - Key Responsibilities: Labour inspector is responsible of ensuring decent and productive jobs through ensuring labour governance, compliance inspections, labour disputes prevention and mediation, occupational safety and health and prevention of child labour....
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Job responsibilities  Provide policy advice and guidance to the Ministry on establishing the comprehensive employment policy frameworks,  Participate in the development and implementation of the national employment, job creation strategies and interventions, active...
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Job responsibilities Job Description • Assist IPPIS system users through a series of actions, via either phone, email or chats • Refer to internal MIFOTRA’s databases or external resources to provide accurate tech solutions •...
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