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ABOUT WFP 

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

POSITION DETAILS 

JOB TITLE:                    International Disaster Risk Financing Consultant, Level3

TYPE OF CONTRACT:  International Consultancy

UNIT/DIVISION:            Programme Unit/Strategic Outcome 2

DUTY STATION:            Kigali, Rwanda CO 

DURATION:                   Six (6) Months

Closing Date:                1st August 2023  

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNEMENT 

WFP has a partnership with the Government of Rwanda to contribute to strengthening of the national Disaster Risk Management system, humanitarian supply chain management and refugee food assistance. This partnership is guided by a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with MINEMA in 2020.One of the key joint activities with MINEMA in 2023 that WFP has pledged to support is the strengthening of national framework for disaster risk financing.

WFP is partnering with the World Bank to support MINECOFIN and MINEMA to develop a diagnostic study on disaster risk financing for Rwanda. The purpose of the proposed diagnostic study is to help the Government of Rwanda and the relevant line Ministries understand their current level of financial protection against disasters, relevant legal and institutional gaps, and the disaster risk finance instruments that would be relevant and feasible in the future, paving the way for a holistic disaster risk financing strategy. The Diagnostic will be carried out by a team of World Bank consultants, under the strategic steer of a Steering Committee to be constituted, comprising MINECOFIN, MINEMA, the World Bank, WFP, and other relevant governmental and non-governmental partners. The diagnostic is expected to inform a Disaster Risk Financing Strategy for Rwanda.

The WFP Consultant will be expected to provide technical support to MINECOFIN to help coordinate, ensure effective MINECOFIN and Government engagement in and inputs into the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic for Rwanda. At the same time, the Consultant will help inform the Disaster Risk Financing Strategy that would subsequently be prepared by the Government of Rwanda. Ultimately, the aim of the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic and Strategy is to develop a holistic framework to financially manage disaster risk through layered instruments that would ensure that pre-arranged financing is available to cover disaster-related needs and protect the communities and most vulnerable households from the adverse effects of disasters.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of Director General of Banking and Non- Banking Sector and WFP’s Strategic Outcome 2 Manager, the incumbent will coordinate and provide quality assurance to the Diagnostic for Disaster Risk Financing in Rwanda and support MINECOFIN in the development of the National Disaster Risk Financing Strategy drawing upon the diagnostic findings.

The incumbent will carry out the following responsibilities:

• Provide project management, technical inputs and contextual data and knowledge to the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic supporting the World Bank consultant team, ensuring high technical quality, relevance, feasibility of the Diagnostic for the Rwandan context. Review and provide inputs into work plans, methodology and the framework of the Diagnostic Study.
• Coordinate and act as the secretariat of the Disaster Risk Financing steering committee to ensure the proactive engagement of Government and partners throughout the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic and Strategy.
• Coordinate disaster risk financing activities with Government, development partners, private sector and other relevant stakeholders and maintain oversight and information on activities and related programmes.
• Provide technical and strategic advice, capacity strengthening and training to MINECOFIN and Government entities and other stakeholders on disaster risk financing.
• Identify disaster risk financing innovations and global best practices to be adapted to the local context.
  
  
  

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT 

• Multiple Rounds of high-quality, timely technical comments and reviews provided from Government counterparts to the Diagnostic.
• Timely quality assurance of the Diagnostic provided on MINECOFIN’s behalf.
• Consolidated contextual library of data and key documents provided to the World Bank team development the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic.
• Technical training delivered to MINECOFIN, MINEMA and other ministries on disaster risk financing.
• The Disaster Risk Financing Steering Committee convened, effective secretariat function provided and TORs defined and endorsed, and regular meetings with active participation and clear agenda held.
• A draft Disaster Risk Financing Strategy developed in close consultation with MINECOFIN and MINEMA and the Steering Committee.

The Consultant should deliver electronically all material pertaining to the assignment to MINECOFIN, World Bank and WFP, who will jointly review and endorse the final deliverables All intermediary materials, data and intellectual property produced through this activity are owned by the World Bank and WFP. The use of these should be explicitly authorized by the World Bank and WFP. The final reports will be the property of MINECOFIN. Upon authorization of MINECOFIN, the World Bank and WFP will disseminate the final report through their dissemination channels.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 

Education: Advanced Univ. Degree in one of the following fields: Public Financial Management, Actual Sciences or Risk Management, or a related field First Degree with additional relevant working experience and/OR Advanced Trainings/Courses

Experience:    

• At least 11 years of relevant professional experience with at least 6 years of experience in disaster risk financing or closely related fields.
• Strong track record in policy and strategy formulation in the field of disaster risk financing, insurance and public finance.
• Work experience in disaster risk financing, public financial management or insurance markets in Rwanda.
  
  
  

Knowledge & Skills:  

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people and to manage partnerships.
•  Ability to work independently in a timely and organised manner.
• Excellent understanding of key concepts, systems, and approaches in disaster financing.
• Ability to carry out quantitative analysis.

Languages: Excellent written and spoken English.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline: 1^st August 2023

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

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

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JOB DESCRIPTION/ LEGAL ANALYST
• Undertake rigorous commercial and legal analysis and due diligence for investment deals under negotiation and derive the optimal commercial and legal structure of deals;
• Prepare, negotiate and conclude all legal documentation and contracts required to complete investment deals;
• Read and analyse all required legal agreements and documents-identify any unacceptable/unfavorable terms, consult with relevant stakeholders on impact of such terms and take action to eliminate or modify terms to reach a mutually acceptable agreement;
• Prepare briefs on negotiated deals;
• Collaborate closely with accelerator on strategic deals at advanced discussion phase;
• Engage closely and regularly with relevant external stakeholders- government departments and agencies to ensure alignment on deal structure, incentives and negotiation points;
• Provide complete and accurate information to investor queries on deals under negotiation and exclusive incentives;
• Develop creative solutions to solve complex commercial and legal issues to unblock any negotiation gridlocks and structure mutually beneficial deals-balance between investor needs and national priorities;
• Prepare full and proper records of discussions, documents and agreements on al investment deals negotiated.

ANALYST

• Undertake rigorous commercial and financial modeling and due diligence for investment deals under negotiation;
• Review and assess financial viability of proposals;
• Prepare, negotiate and conclude all documentation and contracts required to complete investment deals;
• Read and analyse all financials proposals and documents-identify any unacceptable/unfavorable terms, consult with relevant stakeholders on impact of such terms and take action to eliminate or modify terms to reach a mutually acceptable agreement;
• Prepare briefs on negotiated deals;
• Collaborate closely with accelerator on strategic deals at advanced discussion phase;
• Engage closely and regularly with relevant external stakeholders- government departments and agencies to ensure alignment on deal structure, incentives and negotiation points;
• Provide complete and accurate information to investor queries on deals under negotiation;
• Develop creative solutions to solve complex commercial and financial issues to unblock any negotiation gridlocks and structure mutually beneficial deals-balance between investor needs and national priorities;
• Prepare full and proper records of discussions, documents and agreements on al investment deals negotiated.

 Job Description

– Check all requirements for transactions before processing it;
– Operation of LAIS at either district or zonal level;
– Ensuring that all equipment is working, notifying the ICT Advisor if the system is not working for either repairing it, or ensuring that it is repaired;
– Suggest any improvement to the system that may improve / help their work;
– Receiving claimants’ files, checking that person transferring or modifying rights is in fact the owner of that right and there are no encumbrances to the transfer or modification;
– Making a provisional modification of LAIS (LAIS can only be modified if the registrar approves the transaction);
– Scanning any supporting documents and uploading into LAIS.
– If approved, printing leases, certificates and extracts and transmitting them to respective sectors;
– Sort and pack all the printed leases and send them to the sector;
– If not approved, advising the client of the reasons for not approving
– Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying and Geomatics Engineering

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Administration and Management

  0 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

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• A Bachelors degree in Management, Administration, Human Resources Management and related Fields with at least two years experience .A Masters degree will be an added advantage.
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Procurement Agent    

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI- 2023-030 

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for Procurement Agent position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Procurement Agent procures a variety of goods and services from local, offshore, and internet sources through the use of purchase orders, purchase card, contracts, petty cash, and cable requests. The position holder also handles primary responsibility for Procurement Catalog library and Budget & Finance liaison responsible for preparing closing of files and maintaining closed file archive, including ensuring all paperwork is correct, B&F is kept informed and any remaining funds are de-obligated before closing. Additionally, the Procurement Agent is in regular contact with customers on the status of their goods and services track packages, goods, and interact with warehouse and receiving staff to only order what is necessary and update customers appropriately.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by July 28^th, 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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Job description

• Driving to assigned locations, and maintaining accurate travel log book.
• Ensure the safety of the assigned vehicle including basic routine checks.
• Responsible for a thorough check of the vehicle for any damages, fuel refill, tire pressure, oil, fluids and water levels, vehicle cleanliness, and vehicle accessories, before driving off to any destination.
• Adhere to the traffic regulations and keep them abreast all the time.
• Observe all necessary vehicle repairs and report to the immediate supervisor for immediate action.
• Keep the vehicle logbook up to date by recording all the fuel purchases, mileages/and or destinations.
• Ensure that the project vehicle is not used for activities other than those designated by the institution unless approved by an authorized officer.
• Drive employees to their destinations responsibly.
• Be ready for any activity on demand by the supervisor in relation to the institution’s requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Driving license Category B

  3 Years 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

• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic regulations

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Job description

1. Ensure all books of accounts and records related to payments are proper filled and under safe custody;
2. Ensure that all cheques are recorded in numerical sequence in the cheques payment Journal (CPJ)
3. Ensures timely preparations of all financial reports (statutory, ad hoc and management accounts, including exception reports)
4. to management and the Board;
5. Record any taxes withheld and ensure its payment to the tax authority is done on time;
6. Receive, verify and record all transactions related to payment based on GAAP applicable in the country; Perform regular reconciliation statement for all RFA accounts;
7. Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Tree Seed Unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

  0 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

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

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Announcement: The “Swiss-African PhD Winter School on Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development” (January 22–28, 2024) is accepting applications until August 15th
.
Dear PhD Students,
Sustainable development is a joint task for the world community. Insights derived from dedicated research plays an important role in achieving this task. To foster new and insightful research, we are inviting African and Swiss PhD students from the fields of innovation and entrepreneurship addressing issues of sustainable development to apply for a Winter School at Bern University of Applied Sciences Business School. The Winter School will take place from January 22–28, 2024. A maximum of 15 PhD students from Africa and 15 PhD students from Switzerland can be accepted.

This intensive program is designed to provide doctoral students in the fields of entrepreneurship and management of innovation with a unique opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills, and network within a dynamic and supportive academic environment. It brings together PhD students and senior researchers from Africa and Europe to exchange ideas and gain new insights on relevant topics in innovation and entrepreneurship research. The Winter School focuses on research that addresses
sustainable development and society’s Grand Challenges.

The overarching objective is to contribute to answering the following questions:
• How can innovation and entrepreneurship help in fostering sustainable development and
mitigate society’s Grand Challenges?
• How can collaborative research lead to new and better insights?
• How can researchers maximize their positive impact?
The week-long event includes keynote speeches from senior researchers and expert practitioners, opportunities for participants to present and discuss their research, and a chance to network and find collaborators across continents. There will also be workshops on publishing (meet the editors) and reviewing, short courses on innovative methodologies, and a study trip to an innovation park.

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

• Job Title:         Nurse
• Reports to:     Manager, Medical and Occupational Health
• Department:   Medical, Human Resources
• Duty Station: Kigali International Airport (KIA)
  
  
  

Job Purpose

RwandAir Nurse is primarily responsible for continuous health and clinical services and ensuring that clinical services meet the quality standards prescribed by the Ministry of Health in Rwanda. The clinical Nurse will ensure that all employees and clients receive quality clinical services promptly as well as maintain the RwandAir recovery room operating and fully equipped.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake daily monitoring of any contagious disease to the airline (testing and vaccination) as well as tracking positive cases.
• Ensure clinical assessment of sick crew and employees is often done.
• Undertake scrutiny of external medical forms and sick leaves and promote compliance.
• Audit and ensure proper management of ground First Aid equipment.
• Conduct First Aid training for employees for preserving life before reaching ACLS.
• Management of medical emergencies among airline employees.
• Management of in-flight emergencies and ground support.
• Ensure that all emergency medical equipment is complying with Airline policy.
• Undertake assessment and approval of carriage of ill and pregnant passengers.
• Assistance in the development of airline health policies and preventative medicine actions.
• Provide clinical services in the airline clinic.
• Management of sick leaves and coordination of human resources.
• Preparing reports on patients or sickness rates, including assessments or evaluations of staff performance.
• Coordinating with insurance companies and processing claims and ensuring coverage for patients is not excessive.
• Be an active part of the medical team and take part in ad-hoc solutions for unforeseen medical projects.
• Ensuring the health and safety of the workers by inspecting the worksite to maintain health and safety standards.
• Creating a healthier and safer environment to reduce disability claims and work-related injuries.
• Ensure that all medical items from all Aircraft Medical Kits, First Aid kits are updated periodically.
• Perform all other duties related to health care services to the employees of RwandAir Ltd.
  
  
  

Desired Profile: Required education, Experience, and Abilities

• A minimum Bachelor’s degree in nursing obtained from a reputable learning institution
• A minimum of 7 years plus of clinical nursing experience in a busy health facility and midwifery experience will be an added advantage
• Proven experience of 3 years plus with supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Must be a licensed/registered nurse
• Critical thinking pertaining to making decisions about patient care
• Effective communication in order to manage a patient’s care and ensure that patients receive the right treatments
• Professional values, communication, and interpersonal skills, nursing practice
  
  
  

How to apply:

• An application letter addressed to Director, Human Resources
• Recent Curriculum Vitae;
• Notarized copies of academic papers;
• Relevant certificates;
• A photocopy of the national identity card;
• Three referees

The deadline for submitting your applications is on July 31, 2023. Please send your application to recruitment@rwandair.com

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

• Job Title:                   Airport Services Agent
• Department:             Ground Services
• Duty Station:            Lusaka, Zambia

Job Purpose

Assist in overseeing day-to-day smooth and safe operations of flights

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan tasks and assign them to the ground handling staff and ensure efficient, smooth operations
• Assist to monitor operations/activities handled by staff/handling agents to enhance efficient service delivery and maintain schedule integrity
• Liaise with other service providers to ensure safe operations and on-time departure
• Prepare pre/post flight departure reports for records maintenance and performance analysis
• Brief/Debrief flight crew and handling agents to establish smooth flight operations
• Contribute to the definition and development of RwandAir products portfolio, particularly Airport services
• Ensure all flights are handled in accordance with company standards and country’s laws for smooth and safe operations
• Ensure cost-effective service delivery within the agreed scope and standards.
• To ensure that staff levels and shift patterns are optimized.
• To ensure a safe and secure environment in compliance with relevant legislative /industry requirements.
• To ensure suitability, trained/qualified/competent staff are placed through the working areas.
• Routine monitoring of safety and quality critical activities within areas of operations.
• Place catering orders based on booked loads to meet passenger needs/expectations
  
  
  

Desired Profile: Required education, Experience, and Abilities

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree
• Relevant IATA/AMADEUS World Tracer qualification
• Certificate in relevant computers applications
• Experienced delivering service in a demanding consumer service environment
• Customer service experience hospitality/airline industry

• Knowledge of airport services and baggage enquiry operations.
• Commercial acumen with an overall knowledge of airline operations.
• An excellent command of the English language (written and verbal) is essential.
• Process oriented
• Knowledge of IATA recommendations to airlines/travel agencies for selling in the market.
• Fluency in English and knowledge of French is an added advantage
  
  
  

How to apply:

• An application letter addressed to Director, Human Resources;

• Recent Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of academic papers;
• Relevant certificates;
• A photocopy of the national identity card/passport;
• Three referees

The deadline for submitting your applications is on July 31, 2023. Please send your application to recruitment@rwandair.com

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

• Job Title:        Manager, IT Systems Auditor
• Reports to:     Chief Internal Auditor
• Department:  Internal Auditor
• Duty Station: Kigali International Airport (KIA)
  
  
  

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for monitoring IT systems to ensure they follow policies and practices. The staff must evaluate technology, manage staff, identify controls, and keep records. In addition to monitoring IT systems, Manager IT Systems Auditor acts as a mentor so each IT staff team member has the proper expertise. He/she ensures that staff has a solid understanding of auditing procedures and the necessary independence to conduct their own investigations. The staff also compile a vast array of data into a coherent report for the audit committee.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement audit tests for different IT Audit plans
• Perform a variety of technical and complex auditing activities of automated information systems and operations.
• Document and analyse various procedures for the area to be audited; test production and application system; and make recommendations for incorporating adequate and cost-effective controls.
• Review and recommend appropriate audit trails of automated systems in the process of development.
• Perform comparative studies and evaluate the effectiveness of IT Audit procedures.
• Review distributed/centralized systems for reliability of output, adequacy of controls and adherence to established standards of operation.
• Audit information processing operations.
• Provide training and technical support for non-information technology audit staff.
• Prepare a variety of technical and analytical reports and correspondence, documenting findings and recommendations.
• Guide on emerging operational, legal and regulatory compliance matters.
  
  
  

Desired Profile: Required education, Experience, and Abilities

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent certification in Computer Science, Information Technology and Engineering, or any relevant domain. Masters in a relevant field is an added advantage
• Must have Audit professional qualifications such as CISA, CEH, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CPA, GIAC
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in information systems auditing, 3 years of which must have included significant auditing assignments involving the review of computer-based systems, use of the computer as an auditing tool and evaluation of automated systems in the process of development.
• A minimum of 2 years of managerial experience.
• Ability to lead small IT audit jobs, work as part of a team for larger engagements
• Familiarity with auditing widely used servers, platforms, databases, and endpoint technologies (e.g. Windows Server, Unix/Linux, SQL Server, Oracle DB, VMWare), as well as familiarity with cyber security concepts.
• Advanced skills in Principles and practices of information systems analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of methods and techniques used in performing internal audits.
• Experience in modern office procedures; methods and equipment including computers.
• Understanding of operational characteristics of applicable auditing software packages.
• Demonstration of principles of analytical report preparation.
• Knowledge of pertinent codes and regulations governing internal auditing procedures. Should also possess an understanding of IT Governance and IT Risk Management concepts.
• Advanced SQL and data analytics skills.
• Knowledge of Computer Assisted Audits Techniques
  
  
  

How to apply:

• An application letter addressed to Director, Human Resources
• Recent Curriculum Vitae;
• Notarized copies of academic papers;
• Relevant certificates;
• A photocopy of the national identity card;
• Three referees

The deadline for submitting your applications is on July 31, 2023. Please send your application to recruitment@rwandair.com

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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12^th July 2023 

JOB ADVERT

RwandAir Catering Ltd is a fast-growing In-flight Catering Company in Rwanda that started its operations from August 2014 and is providing catering services to scheduled airlines, private jet and charters. RwandAir Catering Ltd aims to be one of the biggest aviation catering companies in Africa in few years to come.

As part of this strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, committed and competent candidate to apply for the position mentioned below.

Job Title:                                Driver/Loader

Department:                          Operations

Reporting to:                         Dispatch Coordinator

Reporting Line Manager:    Operations’ Manager

Role Purpose Statement:      Load, unload Aircrafts and drive catering vehicles in order to ensure airlines are timely and fully catered. 


Key Interfaces:

Internal: Operation Manager, Head Department, Shift Leader, Loaders, Flight Coordinators, Dispatch, Quality Manager, Safety and Security Manager

External: Airline companies, airport authorities, security companies.

Main Accountabilities.

• Driving of the company vans and high loader trucks;
• Conducting daily vehicle hygiene inspection and ensuring vehicle cleanliness;
• Load catering trucks with trolleys and materials required by airline companies;
• Drive catering trucks to the aircraft parked into the airport and according to the airport requirements;
• Check the working status of the trucks before loading and inform Maintenance team /Dispatch team in case of technical faults;
• Fill in proper forms and documents related to truck and other company vehicle incidents;
• Timely reporting of incidents, accidents and equipment faults which can affect Operations;
• Unload trolleys from the aircraft and position them to the washing area;
• Adhere to the Ramp safety procedures while on tarmac;
• Observe Quality Ramp Safety and Security requirements;
• Perform a correct aircraft approach assisted by the loader;
• Verify the trolleys’ content according to the check-list;
• Other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
  
  
  

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Experience.  

• Physically fit for the job
• Able to handle pressure
• Capable of working extra hours
• Aged less than 40 years’ old
• Minimum qualification required: A2/Senior six
• Additional qualification required: Auto mechanic experience
• Minimum experience of driving trucks/high loaders required: 3 years
• Trucks driving licence (Italian codes B, C&D)
  
  
  

How to apply

If you meet all the above criteria, send in your:

• An application letter addressed to Senior HR & Administration Manager;
• Recent Curriculum Vitae, including three referees with their personal telephone contacts and E-mail addresses;
• Notified ‘A2’ Level Certificate and professional certificates, if any;
• A photocopy of Rwandan national identity card and Driving License.

at hr.admin@rwandaircatering.rw or operation@rwandaircatering.rw

not later than 24^th July 2023, 05:00 pm. 

Note:

• Application letter, CV and other documents must be in English and must specify
• the position you are applying for.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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12^th July 2023 

JOB ADVERT

RwandAir Catering Ltd is a fast-growing In-flight Catering Company in Rwanda that started its operations from August 2014 and is providing catering services to scheduled airlines, private jet and charters. RwandAir Catering Ltd aims to be one of the biggest aviation catering companies in Africa in few years to come.

As part of this strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, committed and competent candidate to apply for the position mentioned below.

Job Title: Automobile Electrical Technician (1 position)

Reports to: Maintenance Coordinator

Reporting Line: Operations Manager and Dispatch Coordinator

Department: Operations

Job Purpose:

The main tasks of an Automobile Electrician are divided into essential three main areas: repairing damaged or faulty electrical parts, installing new systems and equipment, and carrying out routine maintenance of all RwandAir Catering vehicles.

Automobile Electrical Technician will be responsible for monitoring, controlling and maintaining all company trucks and vans. Auto electricians work on the components of a vehicle’s electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, fuse box, wiring and connectors), as well as on all of the other electrical equipment and accessories in a vehicle, such as headlights, anti-theft alarms, GPS devices, air conditioning systems, central locking, digital dashboard displays, electric wing mirrors and electric seats.

To ensure success as an Auto Electrician Technician, he/she should have extensive knowledge of modern vehicular electrical systems, have a good eye for detail, and be able to problem-solve complex electrical problems. Ultimately, a top-notch Auto Electrician can install, troubleshoot and repair any electrical system in a vehicle.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work together with Mechanical technician to keep RwandAir Catering Trucks and Vans available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters etc.

• Installing new vehicle wiring systems;
• Installing and troubleshooting immobilizer and alarm systems;
• Gathering information from Drivers about issues with their electrical systems;
• Diagnosing electrical issues and proposing a course of action;
• Repairing and replacing faulty wiring or electrical systems;
• Servicing of electrical automotive parts;
• Servicing and repairing electrical systems of RwandAir catering vehicles;
• Maintaining a clean working environment;
• Completing job reports and processing paperwork;
• Maintain vehicle functional condition by listening to driver’s complaints, conducting inspections, working closely with Mechanical technicians in repairing engine failures, repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions, replacing parts and components, repairing body damage;
• Carry out preventive maintenance and repair of the company trucks and vans according to the manufacturer instructions;
• Keep records of all performed maintenance, repairs and services of all trucks and vans;
• Report security threats, safety and hazard and incidents that occurred during daily operations to the line supervisor for guidance;
• Ensure that most needed spares are requested on time;
• Verify vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems;
• Maintains vehicle appearance by ensuring that vehicles are cleaned and washed on time;
• Carry out the truck services with fuel, oil and the radiator fluid;
• Ensure that all company vehicles and trucks have valid Airside permits

 Insurance and Police Vehicle inspection license/certificate;

• Train new Staff/Loaders on operation of trucks.
  
  
  

Job Requirements, Education and Experience

• Advanced Diploma in Automobile and Electrical Engineering, having ‘A1’ level certificate in automobile mechanics is required;
• Valid driving license of B&C Categories, having D&E would be an added advantage;
• Possessing at least 2 years of experience in similar works;
• The applicant must be below 40 years of age.

How to apply

If you meet all the above criteria, send in your:

• An application letter addressed to Senior HR & Administration Manager;
• Recent Curriculum Vitae, including three referees with their personal telephone contacts and E-mail addresses;
• Notified Advanced Diploma, ‘A1’ Level Certificate and professional certificates, if any;
• A photocopy of Rwandan national identity card and Driving License.

at hr.admin@rwandaircatering.rw or operation@rwandaircatering.rw

not later than 24^th July 2023, 05:00 pm. 

Note:

• Application letter, CV and other documents must be in English and must specify
• the position you are applying for.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Profile: Sales Officer –HORECA

Department: Sales and Marketing Department,

Rwanda Farmers Coffee Company Ltd (RFCC) is a large-scale coffee roasting and packaging facility in Kigali. It produces excellent roasted coffee from the highest quality Rwandan Arabica coffee beans. RFCC sells its coffee under the brand of “Gorilla’s Coffee” into local, regional and Global markets.

RFCC is looking for an energetic Sales Officer to join our team. This is seen as an important role in the development of HORECA channel for Gorilla’s Coffee & reports to the Sales and Marketing Manager of RFCC.

This is a great opportunity to join one of the fastest growing and most dynamic companies in East Africa based in Kigali-Rwanda.


Role profile:

The HORECA sales Officer are responsible for the distribution and sales of Gorillas coffee in hotels, restaurants, coffee bars and offices. The successful candidate will manage sales growth in a network of existing clients and also be responsible for finding and selling Gorillas coffee to new clients. A key part of the role is to ensure that clients pay for products in a timely fashion.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a depth of experience and sales success gained in working in a similar environment


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Builds business with existing customers through finding additional value adding opportunities customers through relationship management and service.
• Recruits new customers from Hotels, Restaurants, Coffee Shops and restaurants.
• Follows-up closely to ensure that customer orders are delivered in time and as per customer requirements.
• Ensure, timely collection of payments from clients,
• Meets daily, monthly and annual sales targets as determined in the performance indicators.
• Maintains updated customer record and intervention data forms
• Research target markets, identify potential business opportunities, assess and present their position, and propose sales options for them;
• Requests approval from the sales and marketing manager for any credit
• Contract any sale made on credit, by providing written information on the client name, location, contact details, and expected payment collection date,
• Share summarized daily sales report, monthly reports.
• Address customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing reports; making recommendations to management;
• Recommends changes improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors,
• Comply to, and ensure implementation of the company’s internal policies, procedures, and regulations,
• Propose clients branding solutions that can improve channel performance,
• Any other duties that the Management may direct you to 
  
  
  

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Economics, or other related fields
2. A minimum of 3 years selling g experience in a similar selling environment
3. Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda. Knowledge of French would be an added advantage
4. Valid driving license from Rwanda for vehicles category B.

What’s in it for you?

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. This is a role that will allow the person to experience and grow in a dynamic international environment. We will offer a competitive remuneration package


Skills for Success

• Strong commercial acumen
• Excellent communication skills and ability to quickly form collaborative relationships
• A passion for on-trade sales and marketing

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications (i.e. copies of their degree certificates, application letter addressed to the CEO, detailed curriculum vitae and any other relevant certificates) at E-mail: gerard.k@gorillascoffee.com with a copy to info@gorillascoffee.com not later than 23^rd July 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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CAREER OPTIONS AFRICA GROUP

www.careeroptionsafricagroup.com

www.hreastafrica.com

PROCESS TECHNICIAN– HYGIENE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY

OUR CLIENT

Our client, a leading Hygiene solutions company with global operations, is seeking to fill the above position for a new project running in several cities in Rwanda and meant to provide water solutions to various clients in the manufacturing sector.

The client seeks to fill the above vacancy with suitable Rwandese candidate at the earliest time possible.


THE JOB

Reporting to the Site Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out scheduled maintenance, run operations and carry out routine process checks to ensure that the standard operating procedures are followed. He/she will also periodically carry out analysis to ensure compliance with agreed KPIs.

He or She is responsible for the safe operation of the water treatment system to ensure highest standards of water treatment. He is also responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment, troubleshooting equipment failures, assisting in performing daily inspections and preventative maintenance, and performing other tasks that are required or as directed by management.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The job holder should have the following qualifications:

• Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry (Analytical, Biochem, General etc.)
• At least 3 years’ Experience in a similar position

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB

1. Good knowledge of laboratory standard operating procedures and reagents handling
2. Sound knowledge of standard analytical test procedures
3. Must have basic knowledge of laboratory chemicals.
4. Must be able to carry out tasks accurately within a reasonable timeframe.
5. Must have good knowledge of sample testing and trouble shooting.
6. Must be computer literate and have good communication skills.
7. Knowledge of good manufacturing practices will be an added advantage.
8. Fluent in English and French
   
   
   

WHAT THE CLIENT IS OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON

The client is offering a competitive remuneration package for the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

Please follow this link to apply for this position:

https://www.careeroptionsafricagroup.com/jobs/detail/process-technician-hygiene-technology-company-92

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ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

POSITION DETAILS

Position Title: Monitoring Assistant, SSA-5

No of Openings: 1

Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA)

Position Grade: SSA-5

Unit/Division: Karongi Field Office

Duration: 6 month renewable

Duty of Station: Nkamira Transit Center

Closing Date: 31 July 2023

BACKGROUND OF THE ASSIGNEMENT

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
In Rwanda, WFP works in partnership with the Government and other stakeholders to support national priorities for achieving food and nutrition security. This is done through direct implementation of integrated programmes targeting the most vulnerable people and strengthening national capacity to design, implement and manage programmes for achieving zero hunger. Under its Country Strategic Plan (2019-2024).

The Strategic Outcome 1 (SO1) is designed to ensure that refugees, asylum seekers and returnees in Rwanda always have access to adequate and nutritious food through General Food Assistance (in kinds or through cash transfer).

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this function is to coordinate and monitor the implementation of the food assistance in transit center level in close collaboration with cooperating partner.

REPORTING LINES

The monitoring Assistant report directly to the Head of Karongi Field Office, under the general supervision of the technical assistance from the programme unit. The monitoring Assistant is responsible for the following duties:

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare monthly requirements (MRQs), and Food Release Notes (FRNs) and monitor the implementation of General Food Assistance (GFA) activities at transit center level.
• Coordinate with supply chain team to monitor and to review the overall commodity movements such as food dispatch, storage, transport and distribution to the transit center kitchen and verify that the food received has been properly recorded, and damaged and suspected to be damaged food commodities were reported.
• In close collaboration with cooperating partner, ensure that the general food assistance activity is efficiently planned such that supported beneficiaries receive their full entitlement as required.
• Contribute to the development of monthly situational report, develop weekly and monthly monitoring reports on general food assistance programme.
• Compile data and support to analysis and preparation of the reports ( food assistance needs, ressources utilization, programme status and performance in order to support operational decision making.
• Liaise with UN agencies and NGO involved in supporting Food Assistance in transit center including participation on behalf of WFP in inter – agency meetings and meeting with cooperating partners in transit center.
• Conduct/ attend regular meeting with community leaders, cooperating partners on food assistance pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements and other food related issues.
• Participate in regular nutrition meetings and ensure WFP updates are delivered
• Assist in implementation of food distribution/hot meal, review and document achievements, identify the constraints and provide feedback accordingly
• Engage and collaborate with Complaints and Feedback Mechanisms committee members on regular basis to ensure complaints are received, recorded and appropriate feedback is given
• Report periodically to the Head of Field Office on relevant events regarding food management, storage and other food related issues.
• Identify and apparent issues in the programme and report them to the appropriate personel for support, supervise and train field partners staffs as appropriate.
• Participate in events organized by other partners including UNHCR and government in transit center
  
  
  

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree in nutrition, Social Sciences or other field relevant to general food assistance, or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.

Experience: At least 3 years of experience in implementation and design of development project or humanitarian programmes operations, particularly food and nutrition activities.

Knowledge & Skills:    

• Has a proactive attitude, being approachable, an ability to plan work and prioritise competing activities and ensure their completion?
• Has worked with technical teams (i.e. programme team, refugee operation team, etc.) to implement humanitarian projects or programmes.
• Has a good understanding or experience in monitoring and evaluation systems and standards and reporting findings to management team, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Has strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds and to manage external partnerships.
• Language: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: French.
  
  
  

OTHER DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience in humanitarian and development project including livelihood projects
• Experience in providing input into policy discussions and decisions.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This position is open for Rwanda Nationals only

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

31 July 2023

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

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

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Job Specification

Client: TROCAIRE

Job Title: Trócaire Chief of Party (CoP) – Climate Just Communities (CJC)

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Division: Trócaire Rwanda Country Programme                                                              

DESCRIPTION:

The CoP is directly responsible for Trócaire Rwanda’s implementation and coordination of its 3 year Scottish Government funded climate programme, being implemented across 3 Districts and jointly in consortium with SCIAF (Lead Service Provider), Christian Blind Mission (CBM) UK (Sub-Contractor) and local delivery partners including Rwanda Climate Change and Development Network (RCCDN), its members organizations (DUHAMIC-ADRI, DUTERIMBERE NGO, Rwanda Development Organisation (RDO)) and National Union of Disabilities Organisation Rwanda (NUDOR).

The Chief of Party’s primary responsibilities are aimed at providing overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the entire program, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the contract. The CoP will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments. The CoP shall act as the key liaison between SCIAF, Trocaire teams, partners and all other counterparts and implementing partners involved with the program. The position requires significant coordination skills, broad general and technical knowledge, experience in developing countries and skills to ensure coherence and consistency in spite of urgent deadlines.

The role will require extensive travel to the districts of operations, carrying out regular field and local delivery partner visits, as well as attending programme related meetings, stakeholder engagements, coordination meetings, and other representation as required (including participation in partner and other stakeholder organized activities & dialogues).

The CoP is furthermore responsible for the timely and high-quality development and submission of programme update reports, financial reports and invoices, work plans, result frameworks, risk registers and others as per donor requirements and in line with internal regulations and procedures 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties & Responsibilities 

Programme Coordination

• Deliver the 3-year Scottish Government Climate Just Communities programme, in line with donor and internal requirements and compliance regulations.
• Ensure that all activities are designed, implemented, monitored and evaluated within the Trócaire Programme Management and Accountability Framework.
• Hold monthly Budget versus Actual meetings and ensure partner and Trócaire activities are on track and in line with budget commitments.
• Participate in SCIAF or Consortium wide organized webinars and meetings related to the Scottish Government grant management and donor compliance matters.
• Carry out frequent monitoring field visits and visits to partner offices, in order to monitor, document and support local delivery partners in their activity implementation, work planning and budgets.
• Ensure timely preparation and implementation of grant related documents and processes such as budget entries and approvals, MoUs, budgets, amendments, reports, meeting minutes, partner and stakeholder correspondences, activity workplans, etc.
• Ensure that all programme activities effectively mainstream gender, protection and disability inclusion throughout the programme cycle.
• Support the programme team and local delivery partners to identify and develop learning within the country programme and facilitate sharing this learning with local delivery partners, team members, and externally.
• Take responsibility for Risk Management at a project level, ensuring that risks are appropriately documented, analysed, mitigated, and responded to.
• Take responsibility for the implementation of Core Humanitarian Standards and other international standards of work, for the implementation of the programme.
• Serve as main point of contact with the lead contractor on matters related to overall contract management and attend to information requests.
• Work with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) staff to develop M&E frameworks and effectively track results.
• Provide effective, efficient, and timely implementation of contract services in compliance with payment by results.
  
  
  

Human Resource, Finance, Logistics & Systems Management

• Coordinate effectively with technical advisors and support staff to ensure effective and quality implementation of the programme. Maintain oversight of the Scottish Government funded programme and project finances and budgets; ensure proper donor and organisational programme financial management.
• Ensure full compliance, utilisation of and critical oversight of the Programmes team’s utilisation of Trócaire’s management information systems, including Salesforce, Box and Trócaire People.
• Work with finance and project staff to develop and track project budgets, commercial fee structure for payment by results.
  
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement, Policy, Advocacy and Communications

• Support the Country Director to proactively drive an evidence-based agenda around advocacy at the country level (and internationally where appropriate).
• Represent Trocaire and the project’s progress, achievements and lessons learned to the donor, other key stakeholders, and through meetings, conferences, and presentations.
• Engage strategically in key thematic spaces, working groups, and networks relevant to the programme in the country. These include the following:
• Technical Sector Working Groups
• Joint Action Development Forum (JADF) meetings in the districts.
• District Open Days
• Partner and stakeholder led/organized meetings and dialogues.
• Lead on the development of timely and high-quality donor and internal reports.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Fulfil all other reasonable duties and responsibilities as requested by the Country Director and requires for a successful implementation of the Scottish Government funded programme. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION – ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Qualification

• University degree in a relevant field (minimum of Bachelor, but Master’s degree preferred) 

Experience

• Demonstrable experience in previous similar CoP roles for commercial contracts with a value of 8 million Euro or higher.
• Demonstrable experience in the management of large-scale development or humanitarian response programmes, preferably in the field of climate justice or sustainable livelihoods.
• Previous experience working in Rwanda or East Africa, with a good understanding of the local context.
• Experience in budgetary and financial management, payment by results.
• Experience in human resource management.
• In-depth understanding of programming in a partnership model and working in a partnership-based INGO.
• Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies, and techniques, including results-based management, programme cycle management, M&E, and organisational development.
• Demonstrable experience in promoting gender equity through programming and within an INGO.
• Demonstrable experience in working to attract institutional donor funding and managing complex donor grants.
• Solid experience in managing diverse teams in a multi-cultural environment and playing a leadership role in ensuring cohesiveness, inclusion and development of staff at all levels.
• Experience working with management information systems.
  
  
  

Skills

• Ability to motivate staff to align behind a shared vision and objectives.
• Co-developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Ability to effectively performance manage staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial systems.
• Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel).
• Fluency (written and spoken) in English. 
  
  
  

Other

• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the country and internationally, if required.

Commitment to principles of safeguarding of programme participants.

APPLICATION:

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply following the link provided below and submitting an updated CV in PDF format.

https://qsourcingservtec.applytojob.com/apply/aaiyGoPH7Y/QSSRTROCAIRECOPCHIEF-OF-PARTY

Deadline: 28^th July 2023

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SUSAN THOMPSON BUFFETT FOUNDATION

JOB POSTING 

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Unit: Global Programs

Location: US (Eastern Time Zone Preferred) or Kigali, Rwanda

Travel Requirements: 10% of time, but may vary depending on location

Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Management Level: Individual contributor

The Foundation

The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation (STBF) is a private grant-making Foundation with a U.S. home office in Omaha, Nebraska, and a global office in Kigali, Rwanda. With annual spending in excess of $500 million, it is one of the largest private foundations in the U.S. The Foundation is unusual for donors of such size as it has only two main areas of grant making: 1) supporting efforts to reduce unintended pregnancy and ensure access to safe abortion for women in the U.S. and around the world and 2) to enable low-income students in Nebraska to attend and succeed in college. The Foundation currently employs 43 staff across 14 states in the U.S. and 7 staff in Kigali, Rwanda. 

Unit Description

STBF’s Global Programs (GP) strategy invests in sexual and reproductive health and rights around the world. At the core of our strategy is the central tenet that our funding will lead to sustainable change: we want our funding to help transform systems and strengthen the organizations and institutions that will outlive our grantmaking so that women and girls will continue to receive services when our funding comes to an end. In order to deliver on this ambitious strategy, we are expanding globally and growing our team with colleagues who will think critically about the sustainability of the investments we make.

Summary

Reporting to the VP of Global Programs, the Executive Assistant will provide advanced level administrative support to the VP exercising excellent judgement and resourcefulness in all matters. The administrative work is complex in nature including planning, coordinating, organizing, and producing work that requires a high level of discretion and confidentiality. You will serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding the VPs calendar, travel logistics and expenses. You will possess the ability to work independently on projects in support of the VP, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

Shared Values

The Foundation is intent on safeguarding the values that drive our culture: Mission, Respect for Donor Intent, Appetite for Risk and Tolerance for Failure, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Humility, Passion Tempered by Objectivity and Evidence, Compassion and Love of Humanity, Honesty and Integrity, Kindness and Respect, Shared Accountability.

The Executive Assistant will need to have a genuine understanding of, and appreciation for, the significance of these values and aspirations and how they are operationalized in the work the Foundation undertakes. Finally, the candidate will need to be aligned with the Foundation’s progressive values, including unambiguous support for individual reproductive freedom. 

What You Will Do

1. Manage and track the VP’s schedule, including complex calendar management, travel arrangements, meeting, and administrative support. Proactively optimize the VP’s calendar ensuring time is leveraged and spent effectively and efficiently.
2. Anticipate the needs of the VP, ensure she is prepared and briefed on her day-to-day activities, meetings, and appointments. Provide meeting support by taking notes and following up on action items, as needed.
3. Promptly respond to internal and external requests, which may occur after “normal “9-5 work hours, composing and preparing correspondence that are sometimes confidential and applying high levels of professionalism and discretion on handling and triaging the VP’s communications.
4. Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the VP including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
5. Monitor priorities that may conflict, goals that may collide, and potential clashing timelines. Able to adjust plans accordingly; handle matters expeditiously and proactively, and follow-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures working across multiple time zones.
6. Work closely and effectively with the VP to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately and timely.
7. Ensure VP has materials, briefings, talking points, speeches, itineraries needed for day-to-day engagements, trips, and meetings, tracking tasks and deliverables, and following up on outstanding items.
8. Facilitate arrangements for travel, both domestic and international, and logistics for external and internal meetings, speaking engagements and conferences; anticipate travel needs and proactively plan with contingencies.
9. Build working relationships with key partners internal and external, across a wide range of cultural styles and norms and maintain continuous lines of communication and positive relationships with the team.
10. Active engagement in learning opportunities, including participation in team meetings, skill building, collaboration, and equity learning agenda.
11. Ability to travel 10% for project-based work – will vary depending on location.
    
    
    

Attributes for Success in this Role  

1. Organized and Efficient – Highly detail oriented. Capable of maintaining a swift pace of work across a wide-variety of issues with high quality. Anticipates and adjusts for problems/roadblocks.
2. Project Manager – Exceptionally skilled at juggling multiple tasks, staying on top of projects, and managing timelines and moving parts. Provide a high standard of service to staff, external partners, and senior government officials. Has a “no task too big, no task too small” mindset – and is willing to jump in to manage details or take on large, complex projects.
3. DEI Mindset – Values the uniqueness of people from different groups and identities. Works effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds. Challenge practices or policies that may be exclusionary. Proven commitment to race equity.
4. Collaborator – Develops and maintains effective working relationships with team members, internal and external partners and others using strong interpersonal skills. Work effectively with people outside formal authority to accomplish goals. Practices kindness, authenticity, and optimism when working with others.
5. Navigate Power Dynamics – Utilize good judgement and awareness to leverage internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Exercise the utmost diplomacy and tact. Understands how to get things done both through formal channels and informal networks, while understanding power differentials. Able to pivot and signal as appropriate to the impacted stakeholders.
6. Communication – Extremely good communicator – comfortable managing up, corresponding with diverse audience, internal and external and effective and professional both written and verbally. Responsive, thoughtful, culturally humble, and able to convey complex content in clear ways to a range of audiences
   
   
   

Your Background and Experience

1. Minimum 6+ years’ experience in similar roles supporting executives, regularly interacting with internal and external contacts.
2. International experience and/or French language skills a plus.
3. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
4. Demonstrated experience exercising resourcefulness, good judgement, and discretion to make decisions and act at times without having a lot of direction.
5. Proven track record of providing excellent administrative support: superior organizational, scheduling, and planning skills to balance multiple projects and priorities, paying attention to detail while not losing sight of the big-picture perspective.
6. Expert at managing up and ensuring the VP has information they need, when they need it; able to anticipate needs, build contingency plans and flex as things change.
7. Experience managing calendars and travel across multiple time zones and continents.
   
   
   

Hiring Requirements

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and any recommended booster doses, subject to applicable laws.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary for this role starts at $100,000. Compensation is determined by a variety of factors including candidate’s individual qualifications, experience relative to the requirements of the role, and internal equity. STBF offers a robust and generous benefits package.

Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees thrive both personally and professionally. All applicants who are drawn to serve our mission will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and prior protected activity. 

To Apply

1. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
2. We request that candidates submit a cover letter, outlining their interests and qualifications aligned with the role description, along with their resume/CV to Carol Olsby at carol@carololsby.com.
3. Accommodations – If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to Carol Olsby at carol@carololsby.com.

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CHAI RWANDA

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Technical Advisor, Health Systems Strengthening

Program: Sustainable Health Financing/Primary Healthcare

Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda,

Overview

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.


CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.


At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org

CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.

Position overview

CHAI is seeking a Technical Advisor to focus on health economics and health financing to be seconded in and provide support directly to the Offices of the Minister of Health and State Minister in Kigali. The Technical Advisor will work closely with CHAI’s health financing and PHC teams, reporting to the Senior Program Manager of Health Systems Strengthening in Rwanda.

The Technical Advisor will be responsible for providing technical advisory and thought partnership to the two Ministers and facilitating the CHAI Rwanda health financing team’s support to the MOH by identifying and addressing financial barriers to increasing health coverage, quality of services, and designing relevant policies and strategies. This could include work in strategic planning, costing, resource tracking and financial management, health systems reforms, among other requests that can come from the Ministers. The Technical Advisor can be asked for example, to help generate evidence on various health systems reforms options and will need to ask critical questions to determine which reforms are applicable in a given context and then help drive them forward.  The Technical Advisor will provide direct technical inputs in modeling as well as oversight and validation to other teams in the Ministers’ offices. They will also work with the CHAI Rwanda country team and government agencies or partners directly to interpret results in order to inform health policy decisions and subsequent implementation. As the challenges faced by governments are constantly changing, the Technical Advisor will be asked to scope new areas where CHAI is asked to engage.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical topics in health financing and health systems strengthening and tailor to different audiences
• Produce relevant policy reports and use these reports to advise Ministries of Health, leveraging existing literature and implementation experience from countries around the world
• Advise on relevant research and evidence needed to inform policy and program interventions per the Ministers’ strategic priorities
• Support communications and advocacy efforts for strategic priorities including advising on strategic communications plans
• Connect Ministries of Health with relevant experts at leading global and regional institutions, and facilitate dialogue between parties
• Follow key trends in the global health financing landscape, ensuring that the best available evidence is being leveraged in policy discussions
• Perform any other tasks as may be required by the Minister’s office
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or Public Policy or Public Health or International Development or Data Science or related degree
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in public health, public policy, economics or relevant field
• Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills with the ability to create diverse data visualizations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, and transfer skills to Ministry counterparts
  
  
  

Advantages:

• Ability to speak Kinyarwanda and French
• Focused experience in implementing health financing technical reforms in one or more of the following areas: Social Health Insurance, Private Sector involvement in Health, Strategic Planning/Health Financing Strategy Development, and Resource Generation
• Demonstrated success working with senior or high-level individuals in government
• Experience serving as an advisor in country governments on health reforms
• Knowledge on public health systems in the region or globally
• Experience in consulting and advising health financing system reforms

Application procedure

Interested candidates should send their applications to

https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/12879/technical-advisor%2c-health-systems-strengthening/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=1150&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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