The ISMR Team Leader will lead a technical team of two (1. Energy Field Officer and 2. Training and Sensitization, and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer) and the daily management of project activities in Rwanda, being responsible for and ensuring timely and quality project implementation in accordance with the workplan and monitoring and evaluation framework.
The Team Leader will represent ISMR externally, leading engagement with external stakeholders at meetings and events and providing updates as needed. Reporting to a remotely based Project Director and supported by the Project Coordinator (also likely remote), they will ensure all project workplans, milestones, and deliverables are met to a high-standard and drive all research and pilot activities in Rwanda with artisanal mines and communities, and energy and lighting partners.
Also overseeing and providing technical inputs including leading the energy needs assessment and cost benefit analysis of lighting models at partner mines, they will have demonstrable knowledge and expertise of the lighting and energy market systems in Rwanda, including the regulatory frameworks, government and private sector stakeholders, and supply chains. The position is full-time for the duration of ISMR pilot project (1st August 2023 to 31st October 2024 – 15 months).
Location and travel
Based in Rwanda, with travel to partner mines and communities throughout project lifetime.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Lead all project activities in Rwanda be responsible for the timely and quality implementation.
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Oversee a team of two field officers, managing their time and inputs, and supporting their work planning and activities.
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Chair the project advisory committee, and represent ISMR externally at meetings, events, workshops, and in updates to government and private sector partners.
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External engagement with project stakeholders, including miners and communities.
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Seek opportunities for external engagement and future growth and partnerships for the program in Rwanda.
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Report to Program Director (remote) and Rwanda Country Manager.
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Lead and oversee all project activities in Rwanda, ensuring timely and quality ensuring quality project implementation in accordance with the workplan and monitoring and evaluation framework.
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Lead and oversee the management, activities, and technical support of the 1) Energy Field Officer and 2) Training and Sensitization, and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer.
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With support from Project Coordinator (remote), draft and finalize written mid and end of project narrative technical report.
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Onboard and support hiring of project team.
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Liaise with Pact Rwanda finance and operations team to ensure accurate project accounting in line with procedures and processes.
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Provide supervision and management for all direct reports and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team.
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Invest in consistent team building to increase cohesion between staff.
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Support continued growth of project staff through strategic, deliberate internal capacity building.
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All other duties as assigned
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Core Competency
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Observable Behavior that Demonstrates the Competency
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Respect
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Maintains a respectful workplace by always modeling respectful and inclusive behavior. Reports complaints of harassment, discrimination, and hostile work environment.
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Integrity
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Earns others’ trust and respect by doing the right thing and by being honest, professional, and accountable in all interactions. Upholds commitments while treating everyone appropriately.
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Inclusion
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Creates an open, cooperative, productive environment by including diverse people and viewpoints and building interpersonal relationships. Listens actively, considers others’ concerns, and effectively adjusts own behavior as needed.
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Note: See a detailed list of exemplary Core Competency behaviors attached at the end of this document.
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Job Competency
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Observable Behavior that Demonstrates the Competency
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Value Based:
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Upholds Pact’s values in all aspects of work. Proactively spots issues and brings insight and a practical lens to places where identity, equity, and power intersect in work. Recognizes ways that identities show up and play out in the work.
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Strategic:
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Contributes to the development of the strategy for the program/department.
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Decision-Making:
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Makes decisions for assigned program, considering impact on department, keeping supervisor informed, and seeking advice as needed. Avoids faulty decisions that may impact the program/ department.
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Technical:
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Manages day-to-day operations of a program/function or aspect of a program, ensuring operations are consistent with donor and/or organizational requirements. Has more specific technical knowledge in his/her focus area. Understands and follows the organization’s policies and procedures, recognizing nuances when they occur.
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Budgetary:
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Understands budget process and budget planning. Has good knowledge of financial and budgetary procedures. Manages budget for program/unit, typically under $5 million.
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Supervision:
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May supervise interns or staff at the Assistant/Coordinator (and occasionally Manager) level.
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New Business:
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Participates in proposal development and may serve as organizational capacity writer, facilitator, technical/management writer, recruiter, and/or partnership manager. May take a leading role in the development/cultivation of individual, government, and/or corporate donor contacts.
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Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, including 3 years of management experience.
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Experience in project and/or research management working throughout the project lifecycle, or demonstratable transferable skills from previous projects including undertaking research projects in Rwanda
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Demonstrated technical knowledge and experience of energy and lighting markets, stakeholders, regulatory frameworks, financing, infrastructure, systems, and processes in Rwanda.
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Proven ability to lead a technical team.
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Excellent communications skills, including stakeholder engagement through presentations, meetings, chairing committees, and updates to government stakeholders
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English and Kinyarwanda fluency, written and verbal, is required.
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Strong Word, PowerPoint, and Excel skills.
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Qualitative and quantitative research experience with stakeholders and communities in Rwanda.
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Other local education and experience:
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Additional Qualifications:
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience of undertaking previous research and development projects in Rwanda in energy, lighting, and/or mining
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Project or research management qualification: accredited university module, PRINCE training, Project Management Professional, equivalent certificate / short course, or demonstratable project management experience
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Unique/Specialized Job Requirements
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PACT HAS THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT WILL.” THE JOB REQUIREMENTS ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.
PACT DETAILED CORE COMPETENCY BEHAVIORS BY JOB GROUP AND LEVEL: M2
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M2
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Respect
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- Maintains a respectful workplace by modeling respectful behavior and speaking up when disrespectful or inappropriate behavior occurs.
- Gives credit to and praises coworkers and others when warranted.
- Reports all complaints of harassment, discrimination, or a hostile work environment.
- Ensures no one is marginalized, excluded, or left out.
- Is aware of body language, tone of voice, demeanor, and expression in all interactions at work.
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Integrity
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- Earns others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
- Respects and maintains confidentiality.
- Tells the truth and is honest in all interactions.
- Keeps promises and commitments made to others.
- Does the right thing, even when it is difficult.
- Does not yield to pressure to show bias or manipulate others.
- Avoids situations and actions considered inappropriate or that present a conflict of interest.
- Takes responsibility for own work.
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Inclusion
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- Understands and includes diverse people and viewpoints.
- Maintains productive work relationships while considering multiple perspectives.
- Listens actively, considers others’ concerns, and helpfully and effectively adjusts own behavior.
- Works collegially with others; cooperates in building interpersonal relationships.
- Creates an open and cooperative environment by exhibiting a clear motivation to engage with others, thereby avoiding unintentional exclusion.
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Number of candidates: One (1)
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
Pact will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position.
Pact will only contact successful candidates; if you do not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful.
How to apply
- Interested candidates may submit a motivation letter and CV to: pactrwanda@pactworld.org no later than 8th August 2023 mentioning the position title as a subject to the e-mail.
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