Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist at World Vision International Rwanda :Deadline: 08-07-2023

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June 29, 2023

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist

(Homes and Communities Activity)

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Monitoring, Evaluation and Leaning (MEL) Specialist, joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali, Rwanda and reports to the Monitoring, Evaluation and Leaning Director.

Purpose of the position:

Ensuring effective implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning activities under Uburezi Iwacu to monitor progress, outcomes, and successes of the activity and performance at all levels. Key responsibilities for the MEL Specialist include: a) Managing evaluation activities and tracking attainment of the anticipated activity outcomes b) Implementing the activity’s learning agenda c) Contributing to quality improvement and d) Strengthening staff capacity in data analysis and use.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

% of time	Activity
20%	Collaborate with the Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), to design or coordinate evaluation activities conducted/managed both internally and externally and ensure effective, timely and delivery of research and evaluation products.
30%	Regularly review and analyse activity monitoring and outcome assessment data to report on overall performance and provide guidance for informed adaptions required to improve service delivery or attainment of the anticipated literacy outcomes.
20%	Collaborate with the activity team to develop/refine quality benchmarks for the different literacy interventions and train staff on how to monitor their attainment using the approved activity’s observation tools and technologies.
10%	Lead the design/refinement, implementation, analysis and documentation of the activity’s approved learning agenda and dissemination of the key learning products to the targeted audiences/stakeholders.
10%	Identify MEL capacity gaps across the consortium and local implementing partners regarding data analysis and data use to develop and implement annual capacity strengthening action plans through training, data use workshops and continuous mentorship.
5%	Support the MEL team to conduct quarterly data quality audits at partner offices and provide the required technical assistance to address the identified issues to ensure that the activity continues to use or be informed by data of high quality.
5%	Contribute to the development of quarterly analytical performance progress reports and ensure that key promising practices and learnings from different assessments, meetings or workshops are properly incorporated.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE
Required Professional Experience	At least 5 years’ experience of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning in international development programs preferably in child protection and education. Experience with indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing MEL and performance monitoring plans. Strong quantitative and qualitative skills and demonstrated capacity and experience in data analysis, data collection; statistical analysis; and reporting.
Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification	University degree (Master’s degree preferred) in education, statistics, data science, social sciences, or other related field. Experience with statistical packages (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Python, Atlas.ti or NVivo) and familiarity with IT applications to support MEL, visualization and information management.
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications	Demonstrated capacity in supporting foundational literacy interventions and evaluation of child development and learning outcomes using EGRA, LEGRA, IDELA, ISELA will be a plus. Experience working with international donors, USAID preferred.

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to:

If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 8 July 2023; no late applications will be accepted.

As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Gender and Youth Advisor at TechnoServe | Kigali : Deadline: 26-07-2023

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June 29, 2023

Job Details

Description

Senior Gender and Youth Advisor, ReGenerate Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda

About TechnoServe:

TechnoServe is a leader in harnessing the power of the private sector to help people lift themselves out of poverty. A nonprofit organization operating in 29 countries, we work with enterprising men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. By linking people to information, capital, and markets, we have helped millions to create lasting prosperity for their families and communities.

Founded over 50 years ago, TechnoServe has been named the #1 nonprofit for fighting poverty by the ImpactMatters charity rating agency.

Program Overview:

TechnoServe is working with a major bilateral donor to design and implement a multi-year program that aims to break the cycle of vulnerability, poverty, and gender inequality in some of Rwanda’s poorest and environmentally fragile districts in the Western and Southern Provinces. The program will use market systems approach to catalyze systemic changes that result in sustainable, increased incomes for tens of thousands of poor people, particularly women, living in Western and Southwestern Rwanda. ReGenerate Rwanda will apply an environmentally sustainable/regenerative business lens to reduce economic, environmental, and social barriers that keep poor women, youth, and men trapped in poverty and unlock opportunities for their full engagement in and benefit from economic opportunities.

To achieve its objective, ReGenerate Rwanda will work in close partnership with a diverse range of market actors to support a portfolio of interventions within priority sectors or cross-cutting market functions. The focus of these portfolios will be identified over the course of a six-month Inception Phase, expected to begin in early 2022.

Job Summary:

TechnoServe seeks a highly qualified Gender and Youth Lead that will be responsible for leading the mainstreaming of gender and youth inclusion considerations within all aspects of ReGenerate Rwanda. With support from program leadership and technical team members, s/he will be responsible for the development and progressive implementation of the program’s Gender and Youth Action Plan, articulating the program’s strategy for effectively identifying and targeting women and youth to ensure they benefit from ReGenerate Rwanda. The Gender and Youth Lead will work closely with program staff, partners, and stakeholders to ensure that gender dynamics and cultural barriers, particularly for poor women and youth, are increasingly understood and locally developed solutions are fully integrated into the program design, including staffing, participant recruitment, program activities, research studies and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL); all interventions will be designed leveraging best practices in conflict management, following Do No Harm principles.

Based in Kigali with frequent travel to Western and Southern Rwanda, the Gender and Youth Lead will play a key role in ensuring that the program meets gender- and youth-specific targets; ReGenerate Rwanda expects that 30,000 poor women and youth will benefit from sustainably increased incomes, household assets, and employment. To this end, the position’s responsibilities and job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

Provide overall guidance and inputs to all workstreams to ensure gender and youth inclusion is consistently and thoughtfully mainstreamed.
Develop and update, as needed, the Gender and Youth Action Plan and ensure strategies translate into the work plan and are considered during periodic results review meetings
Contribute to MEL workstreams, particularly in the development and refinement of relevant gender and youth-inclusive indicators and priority Learning Agenda questions.
Lead ReGenerate Rwanda Gender and Youth Inclusion Training and relevant onboarding for new staff and partners to develop “Gender Smart Teams”; serve as ongoing coach/mentor and technical resource for staff and partners to strengthen capacity and commitment to reach poor women and youth with benefits of the program.
Engage with program partners and stakeholders (in coordination with Market System Managers) to identify participants and support gender- and youth-positive action.
Lead and/or support potential program partner assessments to understand their business practices, policies and action areas for becoming more inclusive and gender-responsive.
Seek and maximize opportunities for synergy (and referral where appropriate) with other programs working on gender and youth inclusion, GBV prevention and response and youth-friendly programming in Western and Southern Rwanda.
Lead the development of program gender and youth inclusion related knowledge management and communications materials, such as synthesized learning, technical reports, blogs, social media posts and success stories, etc.
Liaise with and secure on-demand, strategic STTA from TechnoServe’s global Gender Practice, as needed, to leverage expertise and programmatic learning to strengthen ReGenerate gender and youth inclusion approaches and broader team capacity.
Employ various capacity building and advocacy approaches to position gender and youth inclusion as critical to meeting Rwanda’s development goals.

Basic Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years experience, Master’s Degree + 2 years experience in Gender and Development, Social Sciences, Public Policy or other relevant field.
At least 3 years’ professional experience leading gender and youth inclusion technical assistance within the private sector and/or development assistance programs.
Prior experience collaborating closely with MEL teams or relevant stakeholders in the development, refinement and monitoring of gender and youth inclusive indicators and interventions; experience developing gender and youth inclusion indicators and interventions that track/support systemic and social norm changes that result from women’s economic empowerment considered desirable.
Demonstrated understanding of – and commitment to challenging – barriers that disadvantage the vulnerable, women and youth and exclude them from economic opportunities.
Ability to identify what drives behavior at an individual level; experienced in conducting social research or anthropological studies that target decision-making and social and individual behavior change.
Prior experience designing pragmatic, practical and cost-effective gender and youth inclusion approaches and monitoring the progress of gender and youth inclusion interventions, using field observations and results management data to update program assumptions.
Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating consultative planning processes that involve securing input from a range of sectoral experts and stakeholders toward filling knowledge gaps and strengthening gender and youth inclusive programming within priority sectors.
Senior expertise in facilitating goal-driven discussions, workshops, meetings and training for internal and external stakeholders.
Prior experience co-creating/co-developing gender and social inclusion interventions that local partners can independently lead and own.
Ability to work both persuasively and diplomatically in a team-based environment with a high degree of complexity and ambiguity, including professional poise and strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively persuade, motivate and influence others to adopt new strategies and practices.
Strong program management skills including the ability to anticipate demand and manage multiple tasks and programs while meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills and good computer skills in business software (Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint); prior experience presenting content in a participatory way at conferences, forums, and workshops and a history of publishing articles/papers or developing blogs considered desirable.
Prior work experience in East and Southern African countries; Rwanda experience strongly preferred. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using statistical analysis software (Stata or similar).
Proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French

Required Languages:

Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
Results-oriented, with demonstrated experience achieving program targets.
Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other administrative applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Coordinate input from a range of program staff and partners. Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams desired.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent upon final donor approval.

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe’s vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.

We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.

If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at TechnoServe please contact the Human Resources at recruitment@tns.org or call +1 202 785 4515.

Project Facilitator at FXB Rwanda | Kigali : Deadline: 07-07-2023

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June 29, 2023

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: PROJECT FACILITATOR

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 address the root causes of poverty as means of securing children’s rights to survive, grow and develop. In its FXBVillage Light Foundation implemented in Nyaruguru District, FXB Rwanda is currently seeking to recruit one Project facilitator to join hands with the rest of the team members in achieving this program’s goals.

Job title: Project Facilitator

Reports to: Unit Manager

Number of positions: one (1)

Employment category: Fixed-term 12 months, Subject to renewal

Start date: ASAP

Location: Nyaruguru District

SCOPE OF WORK:

The project facilitator is responsible for the planning and execution of FXBVillage Program activities implemented under the assigned FXBVillage. S/he will be the direct interventions providers to the beneficiaries.

Duties and responsibilities:

Providing program services to the beneficiaries in economic, education, Health, Nutrition and social components;
Keeping beneficiaries’ database and update it continuously;
Ensuring that all program volunteers, beneficiaries and stakeholders are trained on program key interventions including Economic empowerment, Education, Child rights, Health, Nutrition, HIV Prevention, Psychosocial support, WASH environment and housing;
Prepare action plans and budgets of activities concerned in the components of economic, education, social, Health, Nutrition, Psychosocial support and HIV Prevention;
Ensure the quality of service delivery to all stakeholders, timely submission of high quality reports, proper documentation and filing;
Participate in monitoring and evaluation of program activities involving all stakeholders;
Ensure whether all supported children in education have necessary school materials, school uniform, school fees, perform well, remain in and complete schools;
Training of beneficiaries on different aspects including but not limited to family planning, sexual and reproductive health, HIV, hygiene, nutrition, Economic strengthening, Education and child rights;
Offer psychosocial support to the beneficiaries when a need arises;
Representing FXB Rwanda in the area of attachment;
Ensure whether program beneficiaries have adequate materials for Hygiene and WASH and verify whether they follow WASH and Hygiene principles;
Providing regularly reports on the program’s activities in assigned area of implementation;
Conduct home visits to program beneficiaries in order to assist and follow up program activities;
Engaging specifically education leaders/officers, local leaders, private sector and other relevant stakeholders for attaining program’s success;
Perform any other duties/ responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, clinical psychology, sociology, public health, social sciences, healthcare, or other related fields;
Proven experience in projects implementation serving vulnerable populations (at least three years); and at least 2 years of experience in a similar position;
Skilled with preparing and presenting budgets, reports and action plans;
Experience in psychosocial support interventions and/or nursing is an added value;
Relevant experience in working with local leaders’ programs;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, French and Kinyarwanda;
Proficient in MS office and G-suite;
Management skills and abilities to team work;
Rwandan by Nationality and ready to live in the working place and willing to work in rural area;
Category A driving license is required.

Interested candidates with required skills and competences are requested to submit their applications addressed to FXB Rwanda Executive Director at info@fxbrwanda.org. 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 ). The applications will be accepted no later than Friday, July 7^th, 2023 at 5:00PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated.

Done at Ruyenzi on June 29, 2023

Emmanuel KAYITANA

Executive Director

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Itetere EDC Grant Call for Application at Save the Children | Kirehe: Deadline: 15-07-2023

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June 29, 2023

GRANTS FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT (ECD) CENTERS

Applications are now open!

Rationale

Every child deserves the best start in life and the opportunity to thrive. A child’s brain develops rapidly during the early years, and research shows that the first three years of life are crucial for optimal development. It is during this period that 80% of a child’s brain grows. It is therefore imperative that deliberate efforts are made to give every child (with or without disability) the chance to grow in an environment conducive to their holistic development. ECD Centres play an important role in the child’s holistic development and therefore covers not only early learning and stimulation, but also other areas including health, nutrition, hygiene and sanitation, positive discipline and school readiness.

Call for applications: Grants for Early-Childhood Development (ECD) centers across Rwanda

Kumwe Hub (part of Save the Children) is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for existing and operating Early Childhood Development (ECD) centers that work with children aged 0-6 years: the Itetere ECD Grants!

Our goal with this program is to ensure that Early Childhood Develpment centers/programs in both rural and urban areas of Rwanda have high quality early learning environment with the required technical capacity (teachers engage children with learning methodology that are tailored to the age of the child), high quality learning materials and the infrastructure to offer children with high and inclusive quality ECD services, In addition, children should have quality health and nutrition in ECD centres.

The Itetere ECD Grant will target ECD programs that cater for children in the age range of 0-6 years encompassing two distinct stages:

0-3 years: commonly referred to as daycares
3-5 years: commonly known as preprimary education

The grants will empower eligible centers to not only receive immediate financial support but also open doors for potential training and low-interest loans in the future by Kumwe Hub.

Bibondo Grant details

Grant target: Early-Childhood Development centers who target children aged 0-6 years
Grant purpose: To be used to enhance the quality of care, education, and facilities of the ECD centers
Grant amount: 3000 – 5000 USD
Application deadline: 15/06/2023

Eligibility Criteria

The Kura Neza Kibondo Grant will be offered to ECD centers who positively demonstrate the following characteristics:

Status: The ECD center must be existing and in operation (for at least the past I year)
Target: The ECD center must cater to children between the ages of 0-6 years
Licensing and Accreditation: ECD centers must hold the necessary licenses and meet the regulatory requirements established by the government of Rwanda.
Location: The grant is applicable to all ECDs existing in Rwanda, regardless of location
Curriculum: The ECD center with a formal learning curriculum that offers developmentally appropriate practices, engagement in play-based learning,
Safety: The ECD centers maintains a safe and healthy environment for children. This includes adhering to proper safety protocols, maintaining clean and hygienic facilities, and implementing appropriate health and nutrition practices.
Inclusion: The ECD centers prioritize inclusivity and provide equal opportunities for both girls and boys children from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, different cultures, gender and various socioeconomic backgrounds.
Budget: Provide a budget overview with a breakdown of how the grant is intended to be used.
Desirable (not required): The ECD center is women-led (managed by women)

In the application, indicate whether you would be interested in obtaining a loan, articulate specific needs and how the funds will be utilized effectively to enhance your educational programs and facilities in the ECD center. We encourage you to think creatively and propose initiatives that will make a lasting impact on the children in your ECD center.

Application details:

To apply for the grant, you must:

Fill in the application from https://www.kumwehub.com/itetere-grants and send to the email attached below
Include the ECD centers accreditation or certificate of recognition from a government instituition

Submissions will be reviewed carefully and select a limited number of ECD centers to receive the grants. We will assess each proposal based on its alignment with the project’s goal, aw well as the potential impact the funds will have on children who currently have limited access to ECD centers and the wider community, it is essential that the proposals outline clear targets and a well defined roadmap for the utilization of the funds, showcasing the center’s ability to responsibly manage the grant from its initiation to its completion. The selected ECDs centers will be visited for further evaluation.

Timeline of the grant process

Call for applications open	26 June– 15 July 2023
Top 10 potential grant winners will be visited by Kumwe Hub at the ECD center	17 – 21 July 2023
Grant winners will be informed	July 2023
Partnership agreement between Kumwe Hub and the ECD center will be signed	24 – 28 July 2023
Save the Children/Kumwe Hub’s Monitoring and Evaluation team will visit the ECD center for a baseline survey	24 – 28 July 2023
Grants will be distributed to ECD center winners	August 2023

Opportunities for the grant winners

In addition to the grant, grant winners will also be able to access:

ECD Training by Save the Children trainers. This is a 4-day training course offered to staff members to ensure that quality ECD education is offered in the ECD center.
Assistance in monitoring and evaluating, to ensure the effectiveness of the programs. This ensures accountability and enables continuous improvement in the quality of early childhood education provided.
Qualification to access a low-interest loan from Kumwe Hub. This loan is to be used to further enhance the ECD components of the ECD center.
And more!

Together, let’s pave the way for a brighter future by investing in the early development and education of our children. We are excited to collaborate with dedicated ECD center leaders who share Save the Children’s vision and passion.

Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact Programmes Coordinator, Catherine Bateta at catherine.bateta@savethechildren.org. Telephone number: 0792988600

We look forward to receiving your applications and working together to make a difference in the lives of young children.

Imyanya y`akazi irenga 100 itararenza igihe wadepozaho: Yegeranijwe kuwa 28/06/2023

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June 28, 2023

Kanda kimwanya wifuza kudepozaho urebe amakuru yawo yose

Proximity Advisor/Field Officer at PRO-FEMMES/TWESE HAMWE (PFTH) | Kigali :Deadline: 10-07-2023

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June 28, 2023

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROXIMITY ADVISOR/FIELD OFFICER POSITION

Pro-Femmes /Twese Hamwe (PFTH) is an Umbrella of Rwandan Civil Society Organizations aiming at advancement of women status, peace and development. It was established in October 1992, and currently represents 53 member organizations within the country. The mission of Pro-Femmes/Twese Hamwe is to eradicate all forms of discrimination towards women, to promote their socio-economic political and legal status, and to enhance the institutional and organizational capacities of its member organizations through the promotion of sustainable human development approach based on gender equality and a culture of peace, justice and human rights.

To achieve her mission of promoting social economic status of women in partnership with Initiatives for Peace and Human Rights (iPeace) with the financial support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is implementing the project on “Empowering Women in Informal Cross-Border Trade in The Great Lakes Region (EWICBT)”.

The project activities are implemented in Rubavu and Rusizi borders with the aim to contribute to social economic empowerment of women in cross border trade between DRC and Rwanda. This will be achieved through improving their business environment; increasing their income their social economic welfare. To accomplish this, the project is built on improving the legal and policy framework for WICBT, providing access to legal aid services to WICBT, strengthening their entrepreneurial and financial capacity, and increasing WICBT’s access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

It is in this regard that PRO-FEMMES/TWESE HAMWE is looking for One (1) suitable candidate to fill the position of Proximity advisor/Field Officer. Under the supervision of Project Coordinator and Director of Program; The Proximity advisor will be in charge of coaching and mentoring in financial literacy and entrepreneurship to WICBT and conduct other field related activities.

Key duties and responsibilities of Proximity Advisor/Field Officer

The proximity advisor will undertake the following specific tasks:

Work closely with local authorities and border officials to identify, engage and facilitate WICBT to form WICBT cooperatives;
Work with Financial and entrepreneurship specialist to assess the actual capacity needs of WICBT at individual level and within their cooperatives to inform capacity building support;
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of WICBT project activities specifically related financial and entrepreneurship activities on informal cross-border program at either the above-mentioned border posts to promote safe and sustainable cross-border trade business of WICBT between Rwanda and DRC;
Coordinate capacity building activities (either in cooperatives or individually) of women doing informal cross-border trade across the above mentioned border posts
Engage, coordinate and organize trainings of WICBT cooperatives in areas of financial literacy, entrepreneurship and cooperative management;
Engage and closely work with local Business development partners and financial institutions to bridge gaps in areas of financial literacy, entrepreneurship and cooperative management;
Collaborate with local financial institutions to raise sound awareness and understanding about financial literacy among WICBT, and importance of working with FIs to promote WCBT;
Collaborate with national and local institutions (District, RCA, Immigration office and RRA) to educate and raise awareness about laws and regulations on cross-border trade WICBT;
Work shoulder-by-shoulder with WICBT (on your) border posts to promote the culture and their capabilities of financial management, savings as well as working with FIs in their business throughout the course of the project;
Organize peer-to-peer awareness trainings and other planned trainings for WICBT at the above-mentioned border posts;
Link and facilitate WICBT to access finance by providing proximity financial and entrepreneurial advisory services prior and after access to finance;
Participate in the entrepreneurship and access to finance meetings and forums organized by different stakeholders and follow-up the implementation of decision taken regarding access to finance and entrepreneurship development;
Continuous assess the growing capacity needs of the WICBT cooperatives and facilitate to design targeted interventions with Pro-Femmes;
Continuously conduct an inventory of existing financial products and grants meant for women and available from local financial institutions thereafter, encourage and facilitate WICBT to exploit these schemes;
Work with WICBT cooperatives, local authorities and local financial institutions to introduce saving schemes of WICBT cooperatives;
Plan, implement, monitor and report on implementation of project activities to the headquarter;
Constantly up-date the database and provide timely data and list of WICBT cooperatives and their progress on the financial inclusion
Perform other tasks as shall be advised by the supervisors at Pro-Femmes /Twese Hamwe.

Desired competencies and qualifications for proximity advisors

At least hold a bachelor’s degree in economics, Finance, accounting, or business management.
Experience of working with local financial institutions
Experience of working with local women-based NGO is an added advantage
At least 5 years progressive experience in financial management, specifically related to trade, business and cooperatives management
Broad knowledge of gender equality, women empowerment, business plan and development,
Strong experience and knowledge of civil society in Rwanda
Fluent in English, French and Kinyarwanda, knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage
Excellent communicator orally and in writing
Innovative self-driven and team player
Interpersonal skills with experience of working in multicultural contexts
Computer literate

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send their application enclosed with a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, Academic documents and other relevant work certificates to the Chairperson of Pro-Femmes/ Twese Hamwe and delivered in hard copies to Pro-Femmes/ Twese Hamwe offices no later than 16h00 on Monday 10^th July 2023. Pro-Femmes/ Twese Hamwe head office is located next to Gahanga Sector offices, Kicukiro District. For any inquiry, you may contact us on: 0788521600

N.B

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test;
Online applications will not be considered.

Done on 27^th June 2023

Emma Marie Bugingo

Executive Director

Pro-Femmes/TweseHamwe

Marketing and Communication Associate at HLB Rwanda | Kigali: Deadline: 26-07-2023

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Marketing and Communication Associate Job Vacancy at HLB MN LTD.

HLB MN is a leading Accounting and Business Advisory firm in the region with a diverse client portfolio. The firm is currently sourcing for a dependable, Client service- oriented marketing associate with excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious candidate willing to join a multicultural workforce. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Duties and responsibilities:

To conduct research and write standard or customized proposals, working closely with the team and senior management to develop responses that convey a unique proposal strategy for the client
To prioritize proposal-writing assignments and coordinate the flow of information from various department contributors to ensure deadlines are met
Reviewing of Reports.
Searching for jobs advertisements.
Maintaining Clients’ database.
Distribution of branded gifts.
Coordination of sponsorship events’.
Represent the firm on stakeholders’ events.
Any other duties assigned to you by the Partner.

Qualifications and Competence Required:

Graduate in the field of Marketing/Business studies’/Communications’ or relevant field.
Two years of Marketing experience.
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong analytical and English Proficient, both written and oral.
Professional competence and timeliness.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should submit their CVs to; alice@hlbrwanda.com and copy info@hlbrwanda.com using the position as the subject of the email.

Communication Specialist – Rwanda (ROW) at Land O’Lakes Venture37 | Kigali: Deadline: 26-07-2023

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https://lol.avature.net/Careers/JobDetail/Rwanda-Communication-Specialist-Rwanda-ROW/1712

Communication Specialist – Rwanda (ROW)

Rwanda

Posted: 27-Jun-2023

Closing date: 14-Jul-2023

Ref#: 1702

Background:

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

Our team is made up of nearly 350 employees who are committed to market-led approaches, and passionate about collaborating locally to create lasting inclusive economic growth. By unlocking the potential of agriculture for the last 36 years, the lives of more than 3 million people have been transformed through nearly 300 programs in more than 80 countries.

Project Description:

The Feed the Future Rwanda Orora Wihaze (Raise Animals for Self-Sufficiency) Activity is a USD $15.4M five-year (October 2019 – September 2024) Market System Development project that works with local partners and private sector actors in Rwanda to strengthen the animal sourced foods (ASF) market system. Implemented under a United States Agency for International Development (USAID) contract, the project works across 8 districts of Rwanda including Burera, Gakenke, Nyamagabe, Nyamasheke, Rutsiro, Ngororero, Kayonza and Ngoma Districts. The goal of Orora Wihaze is to sustainably increase the availability of, access to, and consumption of ASF through the development of a profitable market. This is achieved by a selection of interventions under two broad objectives i) Private Sector-Led ASF Value Chains Strengthened; ii) Increase Demand for ASF Consumption for Women and Children. To accomplish this goal, Orora Wihaze seeks to remove production, marketing and consumption constraints affecting dietary diversity of households, especially for women of reproductive age and children of 6-23 months. For households that do not produce or sell ASF, Orora Wihaze works to enhance access to safe ASF through development of the existing market system.

The Orora Wihaze activity uses a private sector oriented, market facilitation approach to achieve the intended goal. The approach aims to sustainably increase livestock productivity, improve relationships across actors in the ASF value chains, build capacity of enterprises in the ASF sector, facilitate access to finance and increase private sector investments in ASF value chains.

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist is responsible for the design and implementation of the USAID Feed the Future Rwanda Orora Wihaze Activity’s communications strategy during the final 15 months of the Activity. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing, managing, and leading implementation communications strategies and plan(s) to promote the activity to external audiences including USAID, the Government of Rwanda, private sector stakeholders, and other local and international implementing partners. The position will be based in the Venture37 office in Kigali Rwanda and will report to the Chief of Party.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop communications materials and/or promotional materials for the activity; and design compelling success stories, communications and outreach material to varying audiences (e.g. clients, donors, private sector stakeholder, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), CSOs, etc.);
With guidance from the Activity Leads and the Senior Learning Advisor, organize and facilitate learning and knowledge sharing activities for Orora Wihaze. Learning events may be in-person events in Rwanda or online webinars
Develop activity infographics, factsheets, one pagers, blog posts, success stories, press releases, presentations, case studies, etc;
Develop an appropriate branding strategy adapted to the network of partners of Orora Wihaze and further aligned with USAID and Feed the Future Branding Guidelines
Develop and disseminate activity impact and “so what” communications materials targeted at specific stakeholder groups (e.g. citizens, youth, tech innovation, NGOs, etc.) for purposes of additional activity buy-in, scale-up, and sustainability;
Ensure all developed communications materials are aligned with the activity’s branding and marking plan aligned with USAID requirements;
Develop digital content for social media use by USAID and Venture37;
Identify opportunities for media outreach and enhanced audience engagement. Develop content (including storyboarding) external communications channels including digital, print, intranet, and social media platforms;
Work with business units at headquarters or in Rwanda to improve information flow and foster improved understanding of the activity’s work with relevant partners, donors, and existing potential supporters;
Review, analyze, and report the effectiveness of the activity’s communications efforts;
Support the broader Venture37 Communications Team to develop publications, thought pieces and marketing materials for Venture37;
Provide periodic reports to help assess the effectiveness of various media communications strategies. Stay abreast of media trends to identify opportunities to strengthen messages and build awareness to key audiences; and,
Support closeout activities and recordkeeping related to Orora Wihaze communications systems and records
Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism, public relations, communications, development studies or other relevant area.
At least five (5) years of professional experience in public relations, media, journalism, and/or online communications.
Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention detail.
Ability to effectively communicate complex information and develop impactful success stories and external facing communications materials.
Strong organization, project management, and prioritization skills.
Excellent time management skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work with and communicate effectively with peers and staff from a variety of backgrounds.
Capacity to work collaboratively and productively with professionals and subject matter experts.
Relevant computer software skills, including standard applications within MS Office, Adobe, etc .
Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Experience in web design and content production
Experience in copywriting and editing
Working knowledge of photo and video-editing software
Previous experience with USAID funded projects is highly preferred.

Application Link:

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.

Re-advertisement of the recruitment of a Public Relations & Communication Officer at Institute of Policy Analysis and Research (IPAR) | Kigali : Deadline: 21-07-2023

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TERMS OF REFERENCE TO RECRUIT A PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATION OFFICER

Background

The Institute of Policy analysis and Research (IPAR –Rwanda) is a fast growing indigenous, independent, not-for-profit Rwandan think tank. IPAR seeks to enhance evidence based policy making by conducting timely, relevant, high-quality, policy-oriented analysis and research. It also promotes a culture of debate and dialogue on policy issues in Rwanda.

In order to meet the increasing expectations from its stakeholders, IPAR is seeking to recruit an experienced Public Relations and Communication Officer.

Qualifications:

Ambitious professional with a Masters’ degree of Communication;
At least 4 years of experience in public relations; customer relationships or similar roles from a reputable organization
Experience with drafting speeches for the leadership team of an institution;
Experience with coordinating high-level events;
Experience with coordinating outreach activities;
Excellent writing and editing skills with experience producing documents for external audiences, such as feature articles, or blogs;
Experience managing relationships with external stakeholders and partners, e.g. government officials;
Experience with drafting MoUs and concept notes;
Ability to apply technical problem-solving techniques;

Objectives of the Assignment

To promote a positive image of the Client;
To build the Client’s reputation through the media;
To provide support to researchers while preparing articles for the media;
To advise and implement pre and post publicity plan for specific occasions/ events/ policy reforms through the media, website and social media
To advise on the content to publish on the Client’s website and social media and proof reading and editing.

Outline of the work

Scope of Work

The Officer, will support IPAR in events, Publication, branding and communications.
Development, editing and publishing of the content of strategic policy information materials for policy engagement /capacity building purposes, including press releases, policy briefs, press kits, information packages for policy engagements and communication as agreed by IPAR’s management
Media advocacy strategies and its implementation including liaising with media to communicate key messages including events and press conferences to defined target audiences
Liaising with IPAR Management to establish a forum for media houses that can help in policy engagements and organize an annual breakfast meeting involving high level influential policy makers with editors of media houses for the purpose of promoting IPAR’s research agenda
Updating Website with current information on the work of the Client
Effectively monitoring and evaluating various communications tools and activities, to measure the impact on achieving the overall objectives;

Identifying and collate a database of local, regional and international media outlets and build links with them to enhance advocacy, outreach and strategic communications of the Client;
Implementing IPAR Communications Strategy

Managing and updating IPAR’s social media platforms( Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube)
Live updating social media platforms( Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn) of the Client during events
Produce a documentary video on IPAR’s work
Initiate and supervise branding of IPAR’s offices, Staff, events and other promotional items
Work with IPAR’s design and printing services suppliers to ensure better design and printing of IPAR communication and promotional materials, reports and research publications
Advising IPAR on all matters related to Public Relations and Communication

Expected Deliverables

The Officer will be expected to deliver these services in the context of the Terms of Reference in a timely manner. The Officer will be expected to deliver the following items during and at the end of the period of the project:

Advisory services to IPAR’s management and communications office, on the development and/or improvement of the communications and policy engagements of their work plan, development and production of public policy materials
Documentary video on IPAR’s work
IPAR’s first brand manual and guidelines
Updated IPAR Promotional materials
Upgraded IPAR website

Reporting structure

The officer will report to the Executive Director.

How to apply?

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV and Academic credentials to recruitment@ipar-rwanda.org not later than 21/07/2023 before 5PM. Should you have any further questions please send an e-mail on the above e-mail addresses with “PR& Communication Officer” in the subject line.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, 27/06/2023

Eugenia KAYITESI

Executive Director

Senior Gender and Youth Advisor at TechnoServe | Kigali : Deadline: 26-07-2023

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Job Details

Description

Senior Gender and Youth Advisor, ReGenerate Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda

About TechnoServe:

TechnoServe is a leader in harnessing the power of the private sector to help people lift themselves out of poverty. A nonprofit organization operating in 29 countries, we work with enterprising men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. By linking people to information, capital, and markets, we have helped millions to create lasting prosperity for their families and communities.

Founded over 50 years ago, TechnoServe has been named the #1 nonprofit for fighting poverty by the ImpactMatters charity rating agency.

Program Overview:

TechnoServe is working with a major bilateral donor to design and implement a multi-year program that aims to break the cycle of vulnerability, poverty, and gender inequality in some of Rwanda’s poorest and environmentally fragile districts in the Western and Southern Provinces. The program will use market systems approach to catalyze systemic changes that result in sustainable, increased incomes for tens of thousands of poor people, particularly women, living in Western and Southwestern Rwanda. ReGenerate Rwanda will apply an environmentally sustainable/regenerative business lens to reduce economic, environmental, and social barriers that keep poor women, youth, and men trapped in poverty and unlock opportunities for their full engagement in and benefit from economic opportunities.

To achieve its objective, ReGenerate Rwanda will work in close partnership with a diverse range of market actors to support a portfolio of interventions within priority sectors or cross-cutting market functions. The focus of these portfolios will be identified over the course of a six-month Inception Phase, expected to begin in early 2022.

Job Summary:

TechnoServe seeks a highly qualified Gender and Youth Lead that will be responsible for leading the mainstreaming of gender and youth inclusion considerations within all aspects of ReGenerate Rwanda. With support from program leadership and technical team members, s/he will be responsible for the development and progressive implementation of the program’s Gender and Youth Action Plan, articulating the program’s strategy for effectively identifying and targeting women and youth to ensure they benefit from ReGenerate Rwanda. The Gender and Youth Lead will work closely with program staff, partners, and stakeholders to ensure that gender dynamics and cultural barriers, particularly for poor women and youth, are increasingly understood and locally developed solutions are fully integrated into the program design, including staffing, participant recruitment, program activities, research studies and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL); all interventions will be designed leveraging best practices in conflict management, following Do No Harm principles.

Based in Kigali with frequent travel to Western and Southern Rwanda, the Gender and Youth Lead will play a key role in ensuring that the program meets gender- and youth-specific targets; ReGenerate Rwanda expects that 30,000 poor women and youth will benefit from sustainably increased incomes, household assets, and employment. To this end, the position’s responsibilities and job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

Provide overall guidance and inputs to all workstreams to ensure gender and youth inclusion is consistently and thoughtfully mainstreamed.
Develop and update, as needed, the Gender and Youth Action Plan and ensure strategies translate into the work plan and are considered during periodic results review meetings
Contribute to MEL workstreams, particularly in the development and refinement of relevant gender and youth-inclusive indicators and priority Learning Agenda questions.
Lead ReGenerate Rwanda Gender and Youth Inclusion Training and relevant onboarding for new staff and partners to develop “Gender Smart Teams”; serve as ongoing coach/mentor and technical resource for staff and partners to strengthen capacity and commitment to reach poor women and youth with benefits of the program.
Engage with program partners and stakeholders (in coordination with Market System Managers) to identify participants and support gender- and youth-positive action.
Lead and/or support potential program partner assessments to understand their business practices, policies and action areas for becoming more inclusive and gender-responsive.
Seek and maximize opportunities for synergy (and referral where appropriate) with other programs working on gender and youth inclusion, GBV prevention and response and youth-friendly programming in Western and Southern Rwanda.
Lead the development of program gender and youth inclusion related knowledge management and communications materials, such as synthesized learning, technical reports, blogs, social media posts and success stories, etc.
Liaise with and secure on-demand, strategic STTA from TechnoServe’s global Gender Practice, as needed, to leverage expertise and programmatic learning to strengthen ReGenerate gender and youth inclusion approaches and broader team capacity.
Employ various capacity building and advocacy approaches to position gender and youth inclusion as critical to meeting Rwanda’s development goals.

Basic Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years experience, Master’s Degree + 2 years experience in Gender and Development, Social Sciences, Public Policy or other relevant field.
At least 3 years’ professional experience leading gender and youth inclusion technical assistance within the private sector and/or development assistance programs.
Prior experience collaborating closely with MEL teams or relevant stakeholders in the development, refinement and monitoring of gender and youth inclusive indicators and interventions; experience developing gender and youth inclusion indicators and interventions that track/support systemic and social norm changes that result from women’s economic empowerment considered desirable.
Demonstrated understanding of – and commitment to challenging – barriers that disadvantage the vulnerable, women and youth and exclude them from economic opportunities.
Ability to identify what drives behavior at an individual level; experienced in conducting social research or anthropological studies that target decision-making and social and individual behavior change.
Prior experience designing pragmatic, practical and cost-effective gender and youth inclusion approaches and monitoring the progress of gender and youth inclusion interventions, using field observations and results management data to update program assumptions.
Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating consultative planning processes that involve securing input from a range of sectoral experts and stakeholders toward filling knowledge gaps and strengthening gender and youth inclusive programming within priority sectors.
Senior expertise in facilitating goal-driven discussions, workshops, meetings and training for internal and external stakeholders.
Prior experience co-creating/co-developing gender and social inclusion interventions that local partners can independently lead and own.
Ability to work both persuasively and diplomatically in a team-based environment with a high degree of complexity and ambiguity, including professional poise and strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively persuade, motivate and influence others to adopt new strategies and practices.
Strong program management skills including the ability to anticipate demand and manage multiple tasks and programs while meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills and good computer skills in business software (Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint); prior experience presenting content in a participatory way at conferences, forums, and workshops and a history of publishing articles/papers or developing blogs considered desirable.
Prior work experience in East and Southern African countries; Rwanda experience strongly preferred. Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using statistical analysis software (Stata or similar).
Proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French

Required Languages:

Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
Results-oriented, with demonstrated experience achieving program targets.
Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other administrative applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Coordinate input from a range of program staff and partners. Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams desired.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent upon final donor approval.

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe’s vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.

We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.

If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at TechnoServe please contact the Human Resources at recruitment@tns.org or call +1 202 785 4515.

ITANGAZO RYIMURA IBIZAMINI BY’ AKAZI mukarere ka NYAMAGABE

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Kabicishije kurukuta rwako rwa Tweeter;akarere ka Nyamagabe kamenyesheje abantu bose ko hari impinduka kuri gahunda y`ikorwa ry`ibizamini by`akazi kumyanya itandukanye nkuko bigaragara mu itangazo rikurikira.

Academic Quality Assurance Officer Under Statute at INTEGRATED POLYTECHNIC REGIONAL CENTER-IPRC WEST:Deadline: Jul 6,

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Job Description

 Participate in and elaborate the development and implementation of action plans related to the academic quality assurance;
 Implement quality audits to IPRC and stakeholders for academic quality assurance based on approved standards, norms, criteria and indicators of accreditation and academic quality assurance;
 Implement mentoring and coaching quality management to TVET institutions and stakeholders for academic quality assurance based on approved standards, norms, criteria and indicators of academic quality assurance;
 Implement the communication and data management on quality audits, mentoring and coaching regarding academic quality assurance through TVET Management Information System;
 Ensure capacity building of academic quality assurance staff regarding academic quality assurance
 Implement communication and collaboration on quality audits, mentoring and coaching regarding academic quality assurance between and TVET institutions;
 Provide technical and professional advice to her/his supervisor on TVET quality assurance regarding academic issues;
 Provide inputs in the setup of the standards, norms, criteria and indicators for accreditation/licensing/quality assurance;
 Provide inputs in the preparation of procedural and operational guidelines between general inspectorate, Districts and TVET institutions;
Carry out any other task assigned by her/his supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

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Bachelor’s Degree in Technology

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Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism

0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s in Tourism

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Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Studies

0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Biodiversity Conservation

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Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality

0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Hospitality

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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
Knowledge in Human Resources Management policies and procedures
Ability to research and analyze technology problems, issues, and program requirements. Problem solving skills, and ability to work under pressure
Knowledge in policy development and/or concession management is beneficial
Resource management skills
Problem solving skills
Decision making skills
Time management skills
Risk management skills
Results oriented
Digital literacy skills
Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
Analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to undertake research and make decisions based on analytical processes;
Analytical and problem solving skills
Analytical skills;
Demonstrated knowledge in material resources management;
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills;
Ability to work in team
Experience and demonstrated knowledge in the concepts, approaches and practices in social protection and knowledge of International evidence and best practice in the social protection sector

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Sales Representatives at The New Times : Deadline: 11-07-2023

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Position Description

The New Times is looking for a dynamic and aggressive individual with exceptionally high work standards to join our team as a Sales Representative. He/She will help achieves maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration by effectively selling space in the New Times’ platforms.

Key Responsibilities;

Prospects new business, develops creative proposals, sets and closes appointments with key decision makers, services existing business and develops strong client relationships.

Promotes/sells/secures orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship-based approach.
Demonstrates products and services to existing/potential customers and assists them in selecting those best suited to their needs.
Expedites the resolution of customer problems and complaints.
Analyzes client’s potential and determines the value of existing and prospective customers’ value to the organization.

Our Ideal Candidate

Very creative
Digital Marketing skills
A strong work ethic and a proactive “can do” attitude that requires minimal supervision
Fluent English with excellent writing, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to provide fact-based advice and development of market and industry analysis.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively
Relevant sales and marketing experience.
Strong interpersonal skills to network with new people and develop business relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Qualifications

Degree in Sales, and Marketing or any relevant field.
Proven prior professional experience in Sales

How to apply

Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you. Please send your applications; CV & cover letter to hr@newtimesrwanda.com before July 10, 2022 at 5pm.

Process Technician at BRALIRWA: Deadline: July 5th, 2023

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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL JOB VACANCY – Process Technician (Gisenyi Brewery)

We are seeking to hire a qualified and dedicated, reporting to Shift Brewer, in Supply Chain Department.

JOB PURPOSE

Applying safety agenda is the daily job, operate and execute in quality way process and product, while improving the key performance indicators and production losses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY, FOOD SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Works in line with the defined and implemented HEINEKEN Safety, Food safety and Sustainability standards, in the Brewing department and local regulation(s).
Contributes, applies, and follows Safety agenda in Brewing department.
Assures removal of all the waste from the department premises.
Safety tasks are executed and sustained at the required level.

QUALITY OF THE PROCESS AND PRODUCT

Makes timely supply of all raw, auxiliary, and cleaning & disinfection material at the place of use.
Makes basic inspection of the materials to be sure that quality is not compromised.
Monitors quality of the product & process.

TPM AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Recognizes the tags and some of the improvement opportunities and executes the tasks accordingly.
Executes the 5S, tagging process, CILT and applies problem solving tools.
Participates / leads in the improvement teams.

PROCESS MANAGEMENT & CONDITION MANAGEMENT

Operates and executes all brewing operational process(es) on machine in line with the valid standards and procedures.
Manages documentation and reporting of the area of working till his / her level of authority.

Contributes to the continuous improvement activities and in case of deviations reports it to the Brewing Shift Supervisor.

EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT – EQUIPMENT OPERATION & CONTROL

Operates with all machines / process(es).

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related field
Preferably in beverage with operation shop floor experience.
TPM / Lean / 6 Sigma, etc.

Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda (both verbal and written).

HOW TO APPLY

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to MyHR, Careers and follow instructions to apply.
All applicants must apply using our online application system. CVs received via email will NOT be considered.
The HR Business Partner Team will be available to support in the application process.
Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for submission of applications is July 5th, 2023.

Financial Control Manager at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) : Deadline: 07-07-2023

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Vacancy Announcement

The Development Bank of Rwanda is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s development goals. Over the last years, the bank has undergone substantial re-organization aimed at positioning it as an “innovative and sustainable provider of development finance for socio-economic impact”.

To achieve this vision, the bank’s new strategic plan (2018-2024) has outlined 3 key strategic themes.

Operational Excellence: Continuous improvement of our credit and risk management system, financial performance and customer services.
Strategic Partnerships: Forming strategic partnerships to deliver our mandate is a key component of our core activities.
Dynamic Culture: Continuously improving our pool of knowledge to have the most competent and skilled employees.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position:

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality norms. We promote gender responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females are encouraged to apply.

MANAGER, FINANCIAL CONTROL (1)

1. Background Information
Job Title: Manager, Financial Control	Job Level: JG 5
Division/ Department: Finance
Reporting to: Chief Finance Officer
Direct Reports: Officer, Financial Accountant Officer, Financial Reporting Officer, Reconciliation and Tax Officer, Trade Finance		Indirect Reports: N/A
2. Contract Terms – Open Ended
3. Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the job is to provide oversight on all aspects of financial management, development and enforcement of internal accounting policies and procedures.
4. Main Responsibilities of the Job
Provide input into the development of the finance strategy, ensuring the enhancement of the internal controls required to deliver the BRD overall strategy Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures to guide operations on finance department Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Review and recommend action on proposed and approved legislation and regulations related to Finance Providing accurate and timely Bank’s Financial records by managing the accounting function Monitor the Bank’s financial data to ensure compliance with accounting standards, as well as pertinent laws, policies and procedures Review and verify periodic (monthly/quarterly and yearly) regulatory reports to ensure alignment with the required standards and local regulations Maintain and ensure completeness and accuracy books of accounts, and proper maintenance of audit trails for accurate reporting. Facilitate preparation of periodic external audits (quarterly/yearly) of financial statements to ensure auditors are provided with relevant documents and information on time Review and verify monthly tax computations and returns to ensure accurate payments are made timely Review of the Bank’s reconciliations for Nostro and Internal Accounts Administer the process of offering bank’s trade finance facilities (currently Letters of credit, guarantees and any other trade finance product) to ensure they are accurately and timely opened with relevant banks and followed up until executed. Supervise the processing of accounts payable and non-cash accounting entries to ensure accuracy and compliance Validate outgoing payments for their accuracy, correctness and completeness of necessary documents and reporting on them Coordinate timely and accurate financial accounting to facilitate timely financial reporting Supervise the processing of Projects financial information in accordance with project agreements with the Fund providers. Ensure the review of Electronic Data warehouse reporting to the Central Bank and ensure they are accurate and timely reported Ensure all the regulatory reports to the Central Bank are accurate and timely sent. Ensure that the financial statements are prepared in accordance with the International Financial reporting Standards Ability to make financial projections on the Bank’s implementation of the Strategic plan.
5. Performance indicators
Availability of internal accounting policies and procedures Correct postings of accounting entries to relevant journals Correct expense and payables approvals 100% expenses settlements Timely submission of accounting data and reconciliations Compliance to International Financial Reporting Standards Compliance to requirements of the regulators Management of Internal and External auditors Proper Management of Trade Finance transactions with Correspondent Banks.
6. Working relationships
Heads of department External stakeholders Banks Auditors
7. Professional, academic qualifications and experience
a) Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university as an added advantage b) Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration/ or related field c) Association of Charted Certified Accountant (ACCA)/Certified Public Accountant (CPA) d) A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a commercial bank or similar institution of which two (2) at a Senior or managerial level
8. Core competencies
Experience in implementing financial strategies, policies and procedures Knowledge of Cost accounting and Reporting Knowledge of Risk Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting Experience in Financial and Management Accounting Debit and Credit management experience Cashflow management Reconciliations of Financial records Experience using accounting systems Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and GAAP Experience in Financial Information Management Knowledge of Tax legislation Experience with reviewing financial statements and Integrated reporting Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process Ability to adapt to the Core Banking software and other IT systems Ability to provide financial modelling

Application Guidelines:

Interested candidate should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers/ ) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital and Corporate Services of the Development Bank of Rwanda.

Deadline for application: Friday 7^th July 2023

The employment package is highly competitive/attractive.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

Done in Kigali, 23^rd June 2023

Business Development & Integration Manager at Vision Fund Rwanda | Kigali: Deadline: 07-07-2023

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JOB RE-ADVERTISEMENT

‘’Make a difference to thousands in the land of a thousand hills’’

VisionFund Rwanda (VFR), is Rwanda’s largest microfinance Institution committed to the development of Rwanda through providing affordable financial services (savings and loans) to the less privileged throughout its 4zones in Rwanda. VFR is the institution where you can develop your expertise working with the best people worldwide in a dynamic, team focused high performance environment. If you are looking for interesting but challenging work where you can make a difference in the world, then VFR has the will to make it so. VFR needs to recruit experienced and qualified staff on following position:

Business Development & Integration Manager

Reporting to Head of Operations

Work location: Head Office/Nyarutarama

Purpose of Position:

Plans and supervises the performance of the branches.
Design strategies that will increase the public’s awareness on VFR products and services.
Develop marketing products, plans, tools, and techniques that will boost VFR market share.
Ensure that VFR achieves and maintains appropriate brand and image

Responsibilities:

Make sure there is a sound extension, monitoring and documentation of branch operations;
Maintain efficiency of branch operations;
Maintain a quality loan portfolio of VFR
Increase the deposit level of the branches
Maintain an overall quality control of the institution’s products, systems and services.

Main tasks:

Supervises the day-to-day branch operations through the Branch Managers to ensure that the targets set and agreed upon are met;
Be member of credit committee.
Develops cost-efficient and effective marketing products and strategies that are appropriate for the desired market;
Regularly upgrades/ enhances these marketing products and strategies
Pilot test these marketing products before rollout to the whole institution;
Reviews results of pilot test; and Refines these products
Develops “attractive” name and packaging for every loan and deposit product, and other services, if any;
Develop promotional leaflets, fliers, calendars, etc
Updates the marketing prospectus;
Supervises creation and implementation of plans and methods to create awareness of all products and services offered by the VFR (e.g. newsletter, radio advertising, posters, school competitions, press releases, road show etc.);
Supervises conduct of customer satisfaction survey, competition and market surveys to determine areas for improvement in products and services. Recommends corrective actions and develops plans for Head of operations and Board approval.
Prepares an annual marketing plan
Prepares the annual budget for marketing efforts;
Reviews the budget quarterly;
Develops proposal to improve the overall image of VFR.
In the immediate term, reviews the corporate color, logo, and other identity; and based on expertise, determines ways to improve them;
Come up with a sales strategy for VFR,
Proactively pursue new business and sales opportunities,
Being fully aware of new products and competition status in the market
Achieve growth and hit sales targets both deposits and loans.
“Champions” the efforts in managing loan delinquency by closely monitoring the branches and ensuring strict compliance to all policies and procedures;
Ensures that policies and procedures are applied consistently and uniformly across all branches;
Recommends to the senior management any proposed major changes on branch offices or infrastructures, such as relocation, renovation, etc.;
Ensure that the MFI reaches its target clients (poor, women with dependent children, Area Program), making necessary adjustments to do so (changes in geographical location, introduction of new products, linkages with WV Savings Groups, product processes related to delivery methods, education, etc.) while balancing the need for institutional sustainability;
Ensure that clients and their children are protected and treated with respect in the provision of financial services through implementation of the client protection policies. This includes not over-indebting clients, appropriate debt collection practices, and active mechanisms for client complaint;
Ensure that branch managers and staff are trained in and apply strong social performance practices (per points above);
May act as an alternate to the Head of operations in the latter’s absence
Ensure that branches have daily devotions and weekly meetings.
And any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of Operations from time to time

Education/Experience

University Degree in economics, Finance, Marketing, business administration with 5 years of experience in Banking or Microfinance operations.

Special / Personal Abilities

Determined personality with initiative, perseverance and the ability to motivate and manage a team.
Capability and willingness to take responsibility and highly developed sense of rectitude
Ready to comply and live up to and in accordance with the organization Ideals and Core Values,
Be proficient in MicroSoft office applications,
Good knowledge in economic and financial topics,
Be a good trainer, facilitator, mentor, and coach
Very good communication and marketing skills
A mature, committed Christian

Our offer

VisionFund Rwanda is willing to offer you a competitive salary, challenging work where you can make a difference in the world, develop your expertise by working with the best people worldwide in a dynamic, team focused and high performing environment

How to apply

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to the following link https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Business-Development—Integration-Manager_R19051

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will not be considered.

If the aforementioned positions speak to you, carefully complete the pre-screen questionnaire and attach your Application letter together with detailed and updated CV via above mentioned Link by or before 7^thJuly, 2023.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on: recruitment@vfcrwanda.rw (no applications will be accepted through this email).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Finance Manager at Education Development Center (EDC) | Kigali: Deadline: 03-07-2023

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Position Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Project Proposal Name: Finance Manager

Anticipated Start Date: Immediately

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world.

EDC promotes equity and access to high-quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work. EDC is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Project Description

The primary purpose of the 3-year, USAID-funded Ibitabo Hose Kubana Bose (IHKB) Project is to strengthen the market system for teaching and learning materials and increase the quantity, quality, affordability, and accessibility of books and other reading materials (physical and digital) in schools, homes, and communities, contributing to improved reading outcomes.

Summary of Responsibilities :

The Finance Manager will be responsible for providing strong leadership for EDC’s Kigali-based finance staff. This includes ensuring professionalism and orderly systems within the finance office, as well as clear and timely communication with the Chief of Party and EDC home office finance and accounting teams. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the financial management of the EDC Kigali project office, including but not limited to forecasting and tracking field office expenditures, and overseeing daily financial management including expense reporting to the Home office, periodic financial reports to the Chief of Party, payroll administration and administration of other accounts payable or receivable, financial record keeping, monitoring the Project bank account(s), and petty cash administration. The Finance Manager will report to the Chief of Party and working closely with the Deputy Chief of Party in absence of the Chief of Party and liaise regularly with the EDC home office finance and accounting team.

Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:

Leadership and Supervision:
Lead and mentor Finance and Accounting staff
Model and maintain an efficient and effective professional environment
Supervise the Accountant
Supervise the HR and administrative office

Finance:

Work with the COP, DCOP and EDC home office Financial Analyst to prepare and update a pipeline and forecast of the field office expenses including identification of areas where cost savings or great efficiencies can be attained.
Work with HQ financial staff to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of project pipelines.
Maintain orderly financial files and submission of monthly advance funds requests.
Prepare and submit monthly advance funds requests together with a monthly report on projected cash needs.
Compile monthly finance reports and bank reconciliations.
Supervise the Accountant to ensure the proper handling of all financial aspects of the grants program including the maintenance of proper systems, assessment of financial aspects of proposals and other grantee submissions, any capacity building needed for grantee staff, the proper tracking and reporting of financial flows and communications to and from the home office with regards to grant payment status and upcoming actions.
Maintain financial files, including but not limited to expense reports and bank account reconciliations to Home office headquarter, payroll, accumulated leave, and tax withholding records, bank account and petty cash balances, travel and other advances, financial reports to EDC staff, USAID, or the Government of Rwanda, and related correspondence.
Prepare and submit monthly advance funds requests together with a monthly report on projected cash needs.
Perform additional tasks at the direction of the Chief of Party and/or her/his designee.

Accounting:

Oversee and ensure maintenance of bookkeeping and accounting practices according to the requirements of USAID, EDC, and the laws of Rwanda to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for project operations.
Review all invoices, bills, vouchers, or other documents for accuracy and completeness prior to payment disbursement.
Review and execution of all tasks related to staff salaries and payroll reporting,
Perform additional tasks at the direction of the Chief of Party and/or her/his designee.

Requirements:

Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Ability to handle high levels of pressure and critical decision-making.
High integrity and commitment
Should have a Bachelor degree in Finance.
Should have a minimum five years’ hands-on experience in accounting and financial management
Proven experience in management for USAID funded projects
Experience with QuickBooks or any other similar accounting software

Application process: Interested candidates should submit their application via email ryp@edc.org addressed to the EDC Country Director, including a CV and Cover letter, not later than July 03^rd , 2023

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.

Human Resources and Operations Specialist at Education Development Center (EDC) | Kigali: Deadline: 03-07-2023

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Position Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Project Proposal Name: Human Resources and Operations Specialist

Anticipated Start Date: Immediately

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world. EDC promotes equity and access to high-quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work. EDC is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Project Description

The primary purpose of the 3-year, USAID-funded Ibitabo Hose Kubana Bose (IHKB) Project is to strengthen the market system for teaching and learning materials and increase the quantity, quality, affordability, and accessibility of books and other reading materials (physical and digital) in schools, homes, and communities, contributing to improved reading outcomes.

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Human Resources and Operations Specialist will be responsible for EDC’s Rwanda Human Resources and Operations activities under the guidance and supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager. He/she will ensure that project Human Resources and operations function smoothly in accordance with EDC policies and procedures and in compliance with donor requirements. He/she will be in charge of EDC ‘s day-to-day Human Resources and operations activities including: Payroll management, timesheet management, consultancy contracts; procurement, transport and logistics, operational strategy, and support service management so that the project’s programs can run smoothly and adhere to consistent organization HR & operations policies and procedures. He/she will supervise the operations and procurement team, including procurement assistant, drivers, office cleaners and security.

He/she will effectively interact with a diverse staff, engage as a member of a team, accept feedback, troubleshoot questions or problems and seek help, and participate in regular planning activities with technical teams for seamless administrative and logistical support, supervision and support as needed. This position reports to the Finance and Administration Manager.

Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:

HUMAN RESOURCES:

Ensure compliance and alignment of EDC’s HR policies and practices to Rwanda Labor Law.
Lead staff recruitment tasks including: job postings, shortlisting of candidates, setting interviews schedules, filing of staff selection process;
Maintain all HR record keeping system and files such as personnel files and the staff vacation plan and use as per EDC policy.
Ensure implementation of time and attendance policy by project staff as per EDC internal rules.
Ensure that staff submit their timesheets on a timely basis, collect, and review timesheets for accuracy.
Liaise with the leadership and Finance and Administration Manager in organizing staff team building activities and staff meetings.
Liaise with Finance and Administration Manager in orienting new staff to the EDC policy and procedures manuals.
Ensure that personnel files as well as any other private and sensitive information are securely stored and not accessible to wider staff to protect the privacy and confidentiality of all staff.
Make available all HR & administration templates to project staff.
Liaise with Finance and Administration Manager, and EDC Home Office in updating the Policies and Procedures Manual whenever needed.
Take the lead in developing appropriate local human resource practices, learning and professional development initiatives, and assist with the local Policies, Procedures and Systems.
Supervise HR and Operations support staff.
Plan, organize and independently carry out workload priorities to ensure smooth and timely coordination and production.
Apply organizational terms, procedures, systems, and policies.
Perform any other duties as may be requested by the supervisor.

PROCUREMENT:

He/she will assure that the most reasonable, fair, expeditious, and appropriate procurement choices are made in a transparent manner in accordance with EDC and USAID procurement processes. This includes:

Lead the procurement of goods and services from local vendors
Ensure that the terms of reference include the correct specifications
Develop and coordinate sourcing strategy
Lead the process for supplier selection and evaluation
Ensure quality Assurance
Bid analysis: review, ensure accuracy, and approve based on the threshold.
Purchase requisition and Purchase order: review, ensure accuracy, and sign

LOGISTICS:

Transport:

Ensure that EDC’s equipment and vehicles have the ability to perform at acceptable standards.
Oversee vehicle registration, maintenance, travel plans, mileage, fuel and driver performance.
Make sure first aids and emergency contacts in each vehicle is up to date
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of vehicle log books
Ensure the security of vehicles in Kigali and the field.
Budget for transportation and logistics activities.

Meetings:

Receive and Review requests.
Review, ensure accuracy, and sign on purchase requisitions and Purchase orders.
Vet the venues
Make sure participants lists, photo/video disclaimers, and other required documents are filled in

Hotel booking and airport pick up for STTAs:

Supervise hotel bookings and organize the airport pick up.
Interact with senior management on issues related to the visitors’ transportation and logistics.

Stock:

Review and approve the stock report.
From time-to-time conduct stock counting
Approve request for stock (in & out)
Supervise the stock tidiness.

Office maintenance, cleaning and security:

Approves and supervise the office maintenance and security
Responsible for the maintenance of office premises, supplies and equipment.

Registration:

In charge of project registration and insurance renewals.

Leases

File all the leases
Arrange leases for the project office and international staff residences (including looking for houses for international staff when needed)
Prepare leases for leadership review and HQ approval
Do the security check for residences.

Contract Management

Manage all contracts from service providers.
Manage all contracts from consultants
Will be the liaison with third party service providers such as security, sanitation and utility providers
The HR& operations coordinator will ensure that standard procedures are followed when third party service providers are hired and that the third party properly executes in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

IT

Supervise the office network
Manage all EDC-Rwanda IT Equipment
Approve IT Consultant invoices and timesheet
Share reports as needed.
Ensure telecommunication and connectivity are addressed and resolved.

Security & safety focal point (SSFP)

Serve as the SSFP focal point for EDC-Rwanda
Liaise with Security Director from the home office
Do security checks as needed.
Update the Emergency Action plan as required.
Orient new staff on EDC Security
Keep record of all incidents reports.

Organizational Relationship

Supervisor: Finance and Administration Manager
Supervisees: HR and Operations support staff

Education Requirement:

A Bachelor’s in Administration, Human Resources, procurement, Business studies or other related fields from a recognized institution
Other relevant professional/management certifications
Higher education degree preferred

Skills and Experience:

At least 6 years of working experience in both HR and Operations roles, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience in operations, Human resources, maintenance, and/or administration.
Demonstrated ability working on multiple and complex activities simultaneously.
Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations (particularly experience with USAID procurement regulations) will be an advantage.
Ability to supervise, maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment on sensitive matters.
Ability to develop effective work plans and priorities in order to meet business objectives.
Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder management.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal or no supervision.
Knowledge of Administration processes, procurement, logistics, HR systems and principles.
Knowledge of computer packages (including Excel, Word, PPP and other)
Teamwork
Interpersonal relations
Confidentiality and Ethical behavior.
Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Excellent written and oral communications skills

Application process: Interested candidates should submit their application via email ryp@edc.org addressed to the EDC Country Director, including a CV and Cover letter, not later than July 03^rd, 2023

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.

Senior Administration Coordinator at Centro International de Agricultura Tropical | Kigali :Deadline: 03-07-2023

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http://alliancebioversityciat.org

SENIOR ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR

The Organization

The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. The Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation (https://alliancebioversityciat.org/ )

With novel partnerships, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations to transform food systems and landscapes so that they sustain the planet, drive prosperity, and nourish people.

The Alliance is a member of the CGIAR Consortium (www.cgiar.org) a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

Position Summary

The main objective of this position is to provide overall administrative support to the on-going Projects of the Alliance in Kigali, Rwanda. The position will work closely with the regional coordinators based in Nairobi to ensure adherence to policies, procedures and compliance with Host country requirements. The position will have a dual reporting to the Country coordinator and to the head of Africa Regional Operations.

Responsibilities

Project & Office Administration:
Provide on-site support to researchers in the preparation of proposal budgets and maintain a database of all project activities in Rwanda
Manage, review, and respond to the internal and external communication flow drafting correspondence and responding to queries from collaborators and internal clients
Lead the procurement process – identifying, evaluating, and recommending potential suppliers/service providers and management of active supplier contracts
Oversee Fleet Management and take a lead in office vehicle acquisitions, registration, and disposals
Provide oversight over the travel and conferences function by managing relationships with the service providers and ensuring adherence to travel authorization process for project staff and collaborators
Coordinate the security function for staff, hosted institutions, premises and assets
Monitor Host Country Compliance & CIAT Policies & Procedures compliance:
Manage and monitor agreements pertaining to CIAT and Government of Rwanda institutional relations and prompt the Country Coordinator on expiry of agreements and/or any change of regulations
Follow up on renewal and management of hosting and other general partner agreements
Oversee Human Resource arrangements and ensure regular dissemination/education on policies and procedures; implement and monitor adherence to CIAT policies and country labor laws
Coordinate tax/duty exemption applications from the Government where applicable, ensuring compliance with duty/tax regulations in line with host country agreement
Continuously monitor relevant government laws and regulations in the country (labor, tax, levies, hosting, etc.) and keep management updated
Finance/Accounting and Internal Control Systems Management:
Ensure sufficient internal control systems are in place, ensuring proper segregation of duties and internal checks
Review payments, confirm budget availability before payments are approved and ensure proper controls in accordance with grant agreement
Ensure compliance to the CIAT monthly accounts closing chronogram, timely submission of reconciliations and other accounting reports
Ensure timely accounting analysis, reporting and adjustments of staff accounts and supplier accounts
Ensure sufficient internal controls are in place for all the project seed stores
Treasury Management:
Maintain good working relationships with the CIAT official bank and follow-up regularly to ensure sustainable tariffs.
Ensure a proper/standard system of petty cash management is applied in the office, with regular reconciliations and cash counts to ensure maintenance of sufficient funds balances to support operations
Cross-check approved/signed online payments on the online banking platform and send to bank for processing of payments
Facilitation of Audit:
Coordinate station audit processes in liaison with the Finance Manager by continuously monitoring documentation and processes.
Ensure the implementation of audit recommendations and report to the Finance Manager for any material query that is likely to affect audit opinion.
Payroll management and tax compliance oversight:
Supervise the monthly payroll process and ensure tax compliance through remittance of statutory deductions
Oversee the VAT remittance and claims process
Staff Safety and Security oversight:
Update Warden list and warden tree.
Oversee Safety and security of staff (proper working environment, enrollment to insurance (life & medical insurance)
Security of office building and assets: vehicle insurance and other assets insurance (coding, access, transfer, recording, physical access)

Requirements and Experience

Master’s degree in business administration/Accounting/Finance with proven office management skills
At least five (5) years of relevant work experience in a closely related field gained in an international organization.
Excellent knowledge of MS office applications, especially Outlook, Power Point and Excel and ability to learn new applications quickly.
Experience in handling financial and technical reports
Good knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures of government and related agencies, including understanding interpretation of country labor laws and tax laws
Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritize and organize workload; take initiative and work under pressure.
Highly effective planning, organizational and multi-tasking skills with a positive attitude and strong administrative service orientation
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good judgment and a high level of integrity and respect for confidentiality.

Terms of employment

This is a nationally recruited position based in Kigali, Rwanda. The contract will be for a period of two years, subject to a probation period of three (3) months and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. The Alliance offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits; we believe that the diversity of our staff contributes to excellence. The Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality.

Applications

Applicants are invited to visit https://www.bioversityinternational.org/jobs/ to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number Ref: as the position applied for. Application and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting.

Note: The Alliance does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). The Alliance also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

Applications closing date:3^rd July 2023

Please note that email applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at:

Sales and Marketing Executive at HC Solutions Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 07-07-2023

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JOB VACANCY-SALES AND MARKETING EXECUTIVE

HC Solutions Ltd is a Human Resources Management Agency registered in Rwanda. The Company has a team of highly experienced Human Resources professionals, with a rich exposure in various sectors including Banking, Hospitality, Telecom, Logistics, Manufacturing, NGO’s, UN Agencies etc.

On behalf of our client SKYNET Worldwide Express, an International Courier Services company with an office in Rwanda, HC Solutions Ltd is looking for a self-motivated, qualified individual with passion to join the team in the position of Sales and Marketing Executive.

Job Title: Sales and Marketing Executive

Organization Unit: Sales and Marketing

Reporting line: Head of Operations

Job holder is responsible for researching and developing marketing opportunities, planning, and implementing new sales plans.

Seek out clients on your own and then generate leads to improve the company’s sales.
Engages, leads, prospects, and reaches out to customers in an effort to educate them about Skynet’s service and to influence them to make a purchase.
Boost Skynet brand through advertisement by developing marketing programs and communication for clients.
To boost the marketing Activity of the company by bringing new clients/Business to the company.
Boost SKYNET brand through advertisement by using digital Marketing (e.g., Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, etc…)
Oversee all the social media platforms of the company
Provide Contents/Info. to be uploaded on SKYNET website and on the above-mentioned platforms.
Read all newspapers and check online system (e.g., Umucyo system, new papers, Job in Rwanda, Etc.) in order to find out the new tenders announced/Published.
Share all tenders related news with the tender in charge, Operational manager, and MD.
Prepare and present marketing target and its implementing strategy for every three months.
Developing promotion strategies for Skynet, creating a brand image that maximizes sales, and implementing advertising strategies that meet marketing goals.
Prepare and submit weekly marketing report every Friday to the Head of Operations and copy the Managing Director.
Maintain your clients and increase their sales returns.
Be innovative and provide the marketing ideas.
Submit daily routing slip to the Operational Manager in the morning before going to the field and report back to Office with a detailed verbal report.
Respect and follow the Marketing weekly Schedule
Prepare and follow Up SKYNET Contracts.
Sell Skynet services using solid arguments to prospective customers.
Maintain positive business relationships to ensure future sales.
Reach out to customer leads through cold calling.
Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction.
Identify areas of improvements in the company and assist in creating and implementing solutions.
Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments.
Respect and follow the Marketing weekly Schedule
Perform any other duties on request of the Managing Director

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Communication, or any related field
3 to 4 years of working experience in Marketing field
Additionally, possessing a valid driving license (Cat. B) is a requirement for this position.
Experience in supporting continuous improvement team activities

All interested applicants should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic documents, and other relevant certificates @recruitment@hcsolutions.rw not later than Friday 7^th July 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about HC Solutions Ltd, please visit the below: https: https://hcsolutions.rw/

Sales & Marketing Officer at Four Colors Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 16-07-2023

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Four Colors Ltd is into the trading of large format material and promotional items Business. Aim is to become one-stop solution for all Branding & Marketing Raw Material needs. Incorporated in the year 2022 by team of experienced, energetic individuals who are passionate about the effective and innovative means of printing.

Sunil Sharma | info@fourcolors.rw| 0786335553

Currently, we are looking for young people to join our team for the below profiles:

Sales & Marketing Officer

We are looking for a passionate Sales Marketing Officer to plan, oversee, and increase the organization’s marketing activities and campaigns to increase sales.

Promoting the company’s existing business and introducing new products to the market.
Analyzing sales plan, scheduling expenditures, and ensuring that the sales team meets their quotas and goals.
Researching and developing marketing opportunities and plans, understanding consumer requirements, identifying market trends, and suggesting system improvements to achieve the company’s marketing goals.
Gathering, investigating, and summarizing market data and trends to draft reports.
Implementing new sales plans and advertising.
Maintaining relationships with important clients by making regular visits, understanding their needs, and anticipating new marketing opportunities.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounts, or Business Administration, or related field.
2+ years’ experience in a relevant field but not mandatory.
Understanding and knowledge of sales and marketing.
Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and well-detailed CV no later than 16^th July 2023 via this email: | info@fourcolors.rw|

Assistant to Admin. (Front Desk) & Accountant at Four Colors Ltd | Kigali : Deadline: 16-07-2023

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Four Colors Ltd is into the trading of large format material and promotional items Business. Aim is to become one-stop solution for all Branding & Marketing Raw Material needs. Incorporated in the year 2022 by team of experienced, energetic individuals who are passionate about the effective and innovative means of printing.

Sunil Sharma | info@fourcolors.rw| 0786335553

Currently, we are looking for young people to join our team for the below profiles:

Assistant to Admin. (Front Desk) & Accountant

Assistant to Admin. & Accountant handles a variety of administrative activities and accounting activities for an organization.

Responsibilities:

Working with spreadsheets, sales and purchase ledgers, and journals.
Preparing statutory accounts.
Calculating and checking to make sure payments, amounts and records are correct.
Sorting out incoming and outgoing daily post and answering any queries.
Managing petty cash transactions.
Controlling credit and chasing debt.
Reconciling finance accounts and direct debits.
Provide information by answering questions and requests
Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
Have to work at the reception desk
Resolve administrative problems
Develop and maintain a filing system

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounts, or Business Administration, or related field.
1+ years’ experience in a relevant field but not mandatory.
Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and well-detailed CV no later than 16^th July 2023 via this email: | info@fourcolors.rw|

29 Job Positions of Administrative Assistant Under Statute at KIGALI CITY: Deadline :Jul 3, 2023

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Job Description

– Review documents submitted to the Executive Secretary;
– Prepare the Executive Secretary’s agenda, including appointments schedule;
– Prepare, manage, record and dispatch correspondences by or intended for the Executive Secretary;
– Manage the Office of the Executive Secretary and handle his/her visitors;
– Preparing and/or editing documents, such as reports, memos, presentations, etc.;
– Reviewing incoming documents;
– Make logistical arrangements for all meetings chaired by the Executive Secretary;
– Arrange external meetings and appointments of the Executive Secretary;
– Organize travels for the Executive Secretary and work hand in hand with public relations, customer care officers to provide protocol to the Sector Executive Secretary’s visitors;
– Perform any other duties assigned by the supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Secretarial Studies

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Advanced Diploma in Office Management

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Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies

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Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration

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Bachelor’s Degree in Administrative Sciences

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Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology

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Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations

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Bachelor’s Degree in Management

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Bachelor’s Degree in Communication

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Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism

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Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations

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Bachelor’s Degree in Media

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Bachelor’s Degree in Law

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Bachelor’s Degree Purchasing and Supply Chain Management.

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Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies

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Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement

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Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

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Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

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Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management

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Bachelor’s Degree in Arts and Publishing

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Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

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Bachelor’s Degree in Political Sciences

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Bachelor’s Degree in Education Sciences

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Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

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Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

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Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

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Bachelor’s Degree in Customer Relations

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Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology

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Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management

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Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and Literature

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Bachelor’s degree in travel and tourism management

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Bachelor’s Degree in Translation and Interpretation Studies

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Bachelor’s Degree in Language and Arts Education

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Advanced diploma in office management and administration

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Bachelor`s(A0) Office Administration and Management

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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

Click here to apply

6 Job Positions at University of Technology and Arts of Byumba – UTAB: Deadline: 27 June 2023

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Waiter/Waitress at Rwanda Ultimate Golf Course | Kigali : Deadline: 03-07-2023

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Rwanda Ultimate Golf Course Ltd

Job Description

Title : Waiter/Waitress

Reports to : Restaurant Manager

Education level : High School Diploma or equivalent required

MAJOR FUNCTION:

This position is concerned with attending to the needs of guests in the restaurant, taking orders, serving, and removing crockery and beverages in accordance with guests’ requirements and service policy.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILIES

The responsibility is to provide the high standard service to all of the coming guest to make them 100% satisfied, correct the set up and collect all money from guest also, and maintain the cleanness of the Restaurant.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

To welcome and seat guests upon arrival at the table.
To assist the guest in choosing his or her beverage and or food order from the menu
To take the food or beverage order from the guest, ensuring that the order is accurate and has been double checked.
To record the order on the appropriate captain’s order as outlined within the Restaurant operating policy.
To process the captain’s order as per the cashier’s policy, as outlined in the restaurant policy.
To prepare all necessary accompaniments to go with order.
To serve any requested food or beverage as per the service policy.
To assist where possible with any additional request (Note: any questions regarding hotel policies or procedures should be referred to the Manager), and ensure guests are to be made to always feel comfortable.
To make the guest always feel welcome and ensure that the service offered is of the highest quality, and that service is prompt, efficient but not overbearing. And that service is always offered with a smile.
To be responsible for the cleaning of the table, during and after service to the guest.
To have a full understanding and knowledge of all items that are offered on the menu & beverage list.
To be responsible for collection of money that is due from the guest, for services and products consumed.
To be responsible for the correct set up of all mise an place and side stations, and to ensure that there is sufficient and the correct equipment for the days trading
Must keep his/her side station and section always clean.
Do not stand, loiter near, behind or talk about any guest at any time, so as that the guest may hear you, or eel uncomfortable.
To report any problem situation or special guest request to the captain or supervisor, immediately so as to ensure that prompt action is taken.
Grooming standards should be in accordance with the hotel policy.
Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

JOB SPECIFICATION:

Profile of Competency: Basic knowledge of Restaurant operation

Ability to work well in stressful and high pressure situations.
Strong customer and associate relation skills
Must be willing to work hard and learn new areas.
Must be of pleasant appearance and bright personality.

Language: Good communication skill in English verbal, listening and writing.

Education: High school diploma, related working experience in food and beverage, or related professional area

NOTICE:

The business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be always aware that it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift as business demands.

Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice.

Required documents:

A detailed CV with 3 contacts of professional referees.
A one-page cover letter with a motivation statement in relation to the responsibilities and requirements for this position.
Copies of academic degree, professional training certificates, and other relevant training certificates
The deadline for submitting applications is July 3^rd, 2023, at 14:00 hrs. Kigali time.
All applicants should submit their zipped documents on hr@rwandagolf.rw
Only selected candidates for interview will be contacted.
All unzipped documents will be automatically disqualified.