Food Security Coordinator in Rwanda 

Job Synopsis

Based in Kigali, the MCC Rwanda Food Security Coordinator will provide technical support to MCC staff and partners working on Food Security Projects including the World Food Program (WFP) funded Conservation Agriculture (CA) project and other new food security (FS) related projects to be implemented. S/he will guide MCC advocacy efforts around CA, coordinate planning and follow-up on FS program achievements, ensure adherence to technical standards and timely reporting. S/he will work closely with the partners to ensure effective implementation of the project plan with the support of MCC country team and Southern and Central Africa and Nigeria (SCAN) regional office. 

Position Title:                                    Food Security Coordinator

Location City:                                    Kigali, Rwanda with frequent travel to project locations

Reporting to:                                     Country Representative for Rwanda and Burundi

Duration of Contract:                     12 months (Renewable depending on availability of funds)

Responsibilities and Tasks include but not limited to:

• Provide technical support to project design, the successful implementation, comprehensive planning, monitoring, and evaluation plans for the CA & FS related interventions.
• Ensure quality and timely planning & implementation of the CA & FS activities in accordance with WFP requirements and other partners guidelines.
• Engage multiple stakeholders at strategic and higher levels.
• Manage the day-to-day implementation and undertake regular meetings and field visits to assess progress, and to ensure quality standards.
• Implementing an MCC CA advocacy plan including the organization and facilitation of CA knowledge sharing meetings on CA/FS and development of evidence-based advocacy tools.
• Ensure that project spending is on track based on monthly projections; and track the spending.
• In cooperation with partner team, ensure proper data collection mechanisms are in place and are utilized regularly.
• Coordinate with MCC network and technical focal persons to ensure capacity building and training development for the CA & FS team members on various programmatic areas including CA and other good agricultural practices.
• Ensure that all project related procurement is well planned and takes place on time.
• Ensure original receipts are kept safely and submitted with the report.
• Be the contact person for the WFP project.
• Ensure all the paperwork is up to date with the project and supporting documents are stored in relevant platforms, including in PlanWin.
• Participate actively in programming work in technical coordination and leadership to ensure relevance and quality of the project.
• Provide technical back stopping support to the partners’ field team.
• Support capacity building in the SCAN Region by sharing developed resources, tools, and strategies related to promoting CA and improved agronomic practices.
• Any other relevant task as requested by the line manager in scope of the project(s).
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Environment Science, Food security or other agriculture related subjects.
• 4-5 years of relevant experience with non-Governmental organizations, including the coordination of inter-organizational networks and working groups or 3-5 years’ work experience in planning, management and implementation of agriculture and/or food security projects.
• Rich experience working with CA and farmer field schools, preferably in the Rwandan context.
• Experience working with budgets, including managing financial outlays and expenditures.
• Strong knowledge of the program management cycle, and related process and structures for quality program management.
• Strong public speaking and other communication skills.
• Experience in developing effective advocacy strategies, messages, and implementation plans.
• Excellent skills in adult learning and training workshop facilitation.
• Robust analytical and research skills.
• Able to identify program challenges and communicate alternatives for smooth program implementation.
• Committed to increasing gender equality and integrating a gender perspective in all areas of food security work.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff in a cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent written and spoken Kinyarwanda and English language skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Effective procurement, contract management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent skills MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Pro-active and helpful attitude, ready to take on variety of new tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and to manage competing priorities.
• Able to drive (manual car) with a valid driver’s license.
  
  
  

Organizational values and culture: All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active church membership; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified  and female candidates to apply.

Anti-oppression commitment: MCC expects all staff to actively participate in an organization culture that focuses on dismantling any barriers based on race, economic inequality or gender-based oppression. This includes an expectation to assess and address any barriers within themselves, within their team(s), and within MCC.

Safeguarding commitment: All MCC Staff are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations). 

Would you like to join us?

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and academic records with a cover letter explaining why they are interested in the position, highlighting the personal attributes which make them suited for this role.

Applications with Food Security Coordinator in subject will be submitted to scanrecruitment@mcc.org  and fill This Form by  April 25^th 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Position Description

mPharma is looking for a Senior Finance Associate to join our Rwanda operations. In this role, the Senior Associate will be expected to interface with clients (insurance companies & hospitals), suppliers, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of financial projections for new partnerships and group financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other applicable standards.
• Preparing and sending invoices to providers and hospitals, which entails obtaining validated dispensation data and billing based on agreed prices.
• Receivable management -Involves following up with clients to obtain payments based on the agreed payment period.
• Payable management – Registration of suppliers and processing of payments for drugs supplied.
• Statutory remittances – PAYE, Pension, WHT deduction, and remittance.
• Financial reporting in accordance with IFRS.
• Treasury management – monitoring the FX rates, cash flows management, and analysis.
• Calculation and computation of commissions payable to facilities.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory examiners to ensure financials are in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
• Payroll and salary administration, including ensuring that all applicable payroll taxes are deducted and remitted.
• Filing of tax returns to the various tax authorities.
• Keep abreast with current changes in accounting standards as well as regulatory environments and ensure appropriate implementations.
• Assist Head of Finance (global and regional) with all corporate planning, research, and analyses relating to any prospective strategic initiatives.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• A BSC degree in Accounting, Math, Finance, Engineering, Physical Sciences preferred.
• CIMA/CPA/ ACCA/ CFA qualification and being a member of the CIMA or ACCA is highly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in Finance or Investment banking preferred;
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and familiarity with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides).

Interested candidates should send their application file (CV and cover letter) before the 16th May 2023 using the “Apply” button below.

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POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

General summary
We are looking for Director of Administration and Finance who will be responsible To ensure Premier Transport and Tour Services Ltd meets all financial, legal and regulatory requirements, the Director of Finance & Administration will lead, manage, and integrate the accounting, administrative, human resources of the organization.

Duties and responsibilities

• Provides counsel to the MD and the Board on significant matters affecting company’s finances, operations and procedures;
• Advice the MD on all aspects of finance in carrying out their strategic objectives,
• Assists the MD in developing and implementing strategic and business plans and budgets;
• Formulates procedure recommendations for the Board of Directors, attends Board meetings, upon invitation to advice on finance matters.
• Identifies opportunities for the organization to improve its financial and competitive position by monitoring transport industry changes.
• Develop, review and maintain all finance and finance-related procedures to ensure they are aligned to company’s mission;
• Oversees budgeting, accounting, payables, auditing, payroll, receivables, cash flow, benefit management, insurance program and investing functions;
• Supervision of the finance staff and outsourced accounting and auditing services;
• Develops annual budget and monitors and reports budget performance;
• Manages the organization’s risk by enforcing internal controls and assisting with external and internal audits;
• Hold quarterly procurement consultative meetings with Department Heads/units to ensure that the demand management plan is executed as documented and ensure that the procurement of goods and services is corrected as planned;
• Provide the finance department with guidelines and timetable on an annual basis in terms of the reporting requirements and the timelines within which reports are required.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reports and provide quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Setting prices of vehicles depending on itinerary in consultation with director of operations and MD. The price list should be regularly reviewed to cope with the changes in government rules and regulations as well as the tariff issued by the regulator.
  
  
  

Job Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field.
• Must possess professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, and CIMA.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience heading the finance Management function as the Director of Finance
• Experience in strategy execution and formulation;
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of financial management and IFRS, GAAP
• Leadership in environments of change and innovation;
• Deep knowledge of development finance and investment management;
• Experience in managing a portfolio of currencies;
• Experience in resource mobilization and capital markets transactions;
• Experience in managing treasury operations;
• High level competence with structuring and negotiating complex transactions;
• Demonstrated competencies in planning and organizing, critical reasoning, decision making and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrable track record of successful and sustainable financial management
• Demonstrated competencies in negotiating skills.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well detailed CV no later than 10^th May 2023 via the apply button below.

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The World at Abt

Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.

We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.

To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.

Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

The Opportunity

The Finance and Administrative Manager, is responsible for the primary oversight and in-country leadership of all financial reporting, procurement, logistics, human resources, and administrative operations through the life of the program. In particular, s/he will oversee financial operations for the program; conduct continual reporting to ensure the financial health of the program and the correct usage of funds.

The PMI Evolve Project supports the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control strategy with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria while promoting equity to sustain malaria gains. Abt has implemented integrated vector control for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality indoor residual spraying (IRS), technical assistance for insecticide-treated net (ITN) distribution and durability monitoring, and new approaches for larval source management (LSM). Additionally, Abt’s PMI-funded work manages the most comprehensive malaria vector entomological surveillance programs in 21 African countries to inform malaria vector control trends, strategies, and impact. Under the PMI Evolve Project, Abt will further its delivery of integrated vector control programs by partnering with local communities, organizations, and governments to co-design and co-implement tailored malaria vector control programs. The end goal is fighting malaria while strengthening local capacity to sustain malaria gains.

Core Responsibilities

Accounting and treasury management

• Maintain project bank accounts to include requests to open new accounts, modify signatories, or close accounts as needed.
• Ensure controlled cash management of bank and mobile accounts as well as petty cash
• Ensure timely completion of week-end, month-end, and year-end accounting closes, with appropriate supporting documentation for all accounting transaction uploaded to Abt’s accounting system.
• Ensure all expenses and supporting documents are compliant with Abt and USAID policies and procedures.
• Prepare site funding requests.
• Review and approve travel expense reports and ensure all advances are cleared within 30 days of travel per Abt policies.
• Ensure all governement taxes are paid and filed timely in accordance to local law.
• Prepare and initiate site payroll by applying the appropriate dedcutions.

Project financial cycle management, budget control, and commitment of expenditures

• Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets and annual workplans in collaboration with global support team to provide data measurements on financial performance and recommend cost cutting and compliant strategies to implement the project with less resources.
• Prepare projections and update budget tracker forecasts monthly.
• Collaborate with procurement team to ensure international and local purchases are within the approved budget.
• Develop and implement systems to streamline financial practices and procedures.
• Provide ongoing financial administration to the project, including the processing of approvals for procurements, consultant agreements, and vendor invoices.
  
  
  

Team leadership and other task

• Support the startup, general operations, and closedown of the PMI Evolve project
• Provide costing as needed for new business departement

• Lead recruitment, orientation, and training of new administrative or accounting staff
• Lead and continuously develop and strengthen the field office finance, accounting, and operations team. Organize the orientation and provision of continuous training / skills building for all relevant field staff on financial and operations policies and procedures, and finance, accounting, and project management and operations
• Inform and ensure global support team is updated on all contractual, financial and legal issues affecting the project
• Update government propery asset registry with new, broke, or lost items; report any incidents of stolen or lost equipment; perfrom random audits of inventory to make sure always accurate and up to date
• Assist with the clearance of international procurements including working with clearning agent as needed
• Support global support team preparing corporate and cilent finacial deliverables such as the cost study, VAT, NXP, and accrual reports
• Prepare budgets and administrative and logistical arrangements to support project activities, including travel arrangements and visa requirements
• Ensure that contractual and internal approval requirements (e.g., waivers, approval memos) are met, and prepare justifications supporting these actions in coordination with project leadership and business support groups.
• Oversee financial audits
• Perform any other related activities as assigned by immediate supervisor.
  
  
  

What we Value

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Busines Administration, or other relevanat filed
• At least 6-10 years of professional experience managing finanace and contractual asspects of international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projections
• Master’s degree in Finance, Acounting, Business Administration, or other relevant field.
• At least 10 years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks or Quicken
• Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including to ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment
• Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
• Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management highly desirable.
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda required; proficiency in English and French.

What we Offer

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

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Accountant

Rwanda Institute of Cooperatives, Entrepreneurship, and Microfinance (RICEM), Kigali, Rwanda

 Job description

Background: RICEM is a technical and vocational institute for Cooperatives, Entrepreneurship, and Microfinance owned by the National Cooperatives Confederation of Rwanda (NCCR) and the Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR).

From its inception, RICEM has the mission to provide capacity building and other business advisory services to Cooperatives, Entrepreneurship and Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) through trainings, skills transfer, Consultancy, research, and Technical support.

RICEM is looking for an Accountant.

To be a really sustainable answer to the professionalization of those three pillars, RICEM would like to recruit a High-Profile Candidate who fulfills the Job Profile below:

Essential Job Functions:

Reporting to the Managing Director, the accountant manages all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets     .

Roles and responsibilities:

• Tracking payments to internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing budget forecasts
• Processing tax payments and returns
• Manage all accounting transactions
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Provide financial statements in time
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely bank payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Comply with financial policies and regulations
  
  
  

Required qualifications:

• Work experience of three years as an Accountant
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally  Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills including
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree

 How to apply:

Please submit a current resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant past experience and why He/She is interested in working at RICEM, and relevant references and certificates via email as PDF to ricem.company@gmail.com

 Subject: Accountant RICEM

Application Deadline: 17^th, April 2023 at 12 pm.

RICEM Management     

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JOB DESCRIPTION

1. JOB PURPOSE

(Briefly describe the general purpose of the position or its significance from the organisation’s point of view and how it contributes to the overall mission/objective of the organization).

3. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

4. DIMENSIONS

(List the significant numerical data which will reflect the scope and scale of activities concerning this job).

• Manages and coordinates relationships and work of all consultants and Internal Audit teams in order to ensure they successfully complete the audits in a timely manner and within budget
• Manages consultants performing roles in process mapping, and compliance (E&Y, PwC etc) 

Financial Dimensions

(These should be quantifiable numerical amounts like annual budgets, opex, capex, annual revenue etc.)

Other Dimensions

(Indication of some of the significant volumes associated with the job like number in team/ staff handled, subscriber base, etc.).

5. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

(State the minimum acceptable proficiency for this job.  Do not state incumbent-specific information)

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well detailed CV no later than 13^th April 2023 via the apply button below.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

1. JOB PURPOSE

The External Affairs and Special Project Manager is in charge of managing relations with key external stakeholders and engaging with national and local governments, regulatory bodies, public sector agencies and others for the interest of Airtel.

The role will evolve into mastering technical and economic regulations to ensure compliance at all levels.

      2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Dimensions

4. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well detailed CV no later than 13^th April 2023 via the apply button below:

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