USAID/Hinga Wunguke

Provincial Intervention Officer 

CNFA

CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector by nurturing entrepreneurship, private enterprise, and market linkages. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, new technologies and marketing as a means to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains and rural development, to increase people’s incomes, to develop skills in the rural workforce, and to facilitate exports.

Program Description Hinga Wunguke 

The purpose of the Feed the Future Rwanda Hinga Wunguke Activity (Hinga Wunguke) is to support increased agriculture productivity and income, access to finance and markets, and access and consumption of nutritious food products in Rwanda, while increasing the resilience of agriculture and food systems to the changing climate. To achieve this goal, the Activity will sustainably increase agricultural productivity, increase access to finance for farmers and agribusinesses, improve producers’ market outcomes, and strengthen the enabling environment to foster market-driven outcomes in agriculture.

Position Description

Reporting to the Provincial Manager of Hinga Wunguke, the Provincial Intervention Officers will be entrepreneurial, with strong business acumen. They need to be analytical, creative thinkers and be keen to get first-hand experience working with market actors, local communities, and international organizations to achieve rapid and lasting results. They will be responsible for advancing the market systems development process for Hinga Wunguke in its targeted value chains. They will work with private and public market actors to conduct market research, identify and develop innovative business opportunities and models, as well as to be involved in partnership management. They must use their local knowledge and business analytics to optimize private sector growth as well as create inclusive impact for smallholder farmers in the Hinga Wunguke target districts and the wider market system in Rwanda. Provincial Intervention Officers will be based in either Nyamagabe, Kigali, Musanze, Kayonza or Karongi. CNFA will hire ten (10) Provincial Intervention Officers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Market analysis

• Conduct analysis of local context and selected value chains in order to develop innovative intervention ideas to attain the Activity’s objectives.
• Collaborate with local market actors to identify inefficiencies in Hinga Wunguke target value chains and co-design interventions leading to a well-functioning market system.
• Identify specific market actors that can address the constraints identified in the selected value chains.
• Understand the root constraints that private sector face and support in designing of project intervention strategies to address them.
• Ensure that designed interventions are sustainable, climate smart, and inclusive of women, youth, people with disabilities, and other groups.

Business Models Design and Data-driven adaptation

• Identify, assess, and select potential private/public partners suitable for the type of constraints identified.
• Contribute to the development of sustainable business models to achieve Hinga Wunguke’s goals.
• Regularly use data and evidence from field to facilitate and strengthen business models.
• Identify mechanisms of targeting women and other excluded groups as per the inclusion strategy of the Activity
  
  
  

Partnership development 

• Develop and maintain networks with the local stakeholders (private and public sector) including liaising with district and provincial authorities to coordinate activities and work planning, by participating in Joint Action Development Forums and in the elaboration of district and Provincial Development Plans, and other district and  provincial-level planning activities with national and international donors, as appropriate, to ensure an integrated approach between Hinga Wunguke activities and those at the local level.
• In collaboration with Component Leads, participate in deal negotiations with public and private partners to implement innovative and inclusive models.
• Together with the selected private and/ or public partner, and in collaboration with the Component Leads and/or Advisors, develop budget and work plan as a basis of partnership contract.
• In collaboration with Component Leads, provide accurate monthly forecasting of budget based on regular monitoring of partnership contracts.

Project management

• After contracting stage, monitor progress of the implementation plan with the partner if located in the province, and report field findings to the team and propose how to adjust the intervention strategies with the partner based on field findings and evidence.

Result measurement and communication

• Supported by the MEL team, conduct regular monitoring and evaluation of partnerships.
• Undertake regular impact projections for on-going and pipeline interventions.
• Support the development of communication products.
• Ensure partners accurately report required data in line with contractual deadlines.

Qualifications

• At least bachelor’s degree in the field of Business Administration, Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Rural Development, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness or similar fields;
• 2-3 years of experience in private sector and/ or programs dealing with the private sector;
• Experience of working with communities and local stakeholders to facilitate farmers to improve farming businesses;
• Strong analytical mind and a flair for facts, data, and innovation;
• Experience in data analysis using MS Excel or other data analytics tool is preferred;
• Experience of working with communities and stakeholders at district level;
• Attitude for out-of-the-box thinking;
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with diverse stakeholders at local/national level;
• Ability and experience in business plan development;
• Willingness to learn from mistakes;
• Willingness to stay in the field location and undertake frequent travels in districts;
• Ability to manage tasks and responsibilities while in the office or when traveling;
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English. Working French is an added value.
• Driving license (Cat A) is an added value
  
  
  

Application and Job Location

All interested and qualified candidates can send their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) documents to: ModAg@cnfarwanda.org not later than 7 April 2023 at 5 PM GMT. Please quote the job title in the subject line of the email submission and label your CV with your name and applied-for position.

Only candidates selected for interview will be notified.

The Provincial Intervention Officers will be based in either Nyamagabe, Kigali, Musanze, Kayonza or Karongi (please state your preference, if you have one, in your cover letter).

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Job advertisement – Asset Protection Administration Assistant

Who We Are:

Rutongo Mines Ltd is a Tin Mining Company, situated in Masoro Sector, Rulindo District, Northern Province, part of the Trinity Metals Group which oversees a number of mining operations in Rwanda. We would like inform the public that we are looking to recruit a Competent and Qualified Asset Protection Administration Assistant for Rutongo Mines Ltd.

Duties and Responsibilities for Asset Protection Administration Assistant Rutongo Mines

The Asset Protection Administration Assistant oversees and assist with any administrative work within the asset protection department for Rutongo Mines Ltd.

He/she will report to the Asset Protection Superintendent with a functional line staff reporting relationship to the Trinity Group Asset Protection  Manager.

The key job requirements are:

• To assist the department with development and implementation of asset protection procedures and standards
• Updating data needed by the Group Asset Protection Operations Center;
• Liaising with the control room and/or secretaries (or Assistants) of other departments and Sister Companies to Rutongo Mines Ltd in data collection needed by the Group Asset Protection Operation
• Assisting with formal communication and report writing (incoming and outgoing letters)
• Handling the incoming and outgoing calls to asset protection department
• Implement Asset Protection reporting and monitoring systems
• Arranging asset protection meeting venue, attending regular departmental meetings and minute taking
• Managing files, maintaining databases and filing systems whether in hard or soft versions
• Assisting with any other logistical and administration matters that might be required
  
  
  

Academic Qualifications  

• Having successfully completed Higher education in Secretarial Studies; a university degree in Management Secretarial Studies
• The Administration and/or the Advanced Clerical courses are an advantage.

Experience and Criteria

• Having at least 2 years relevant working experience in secretarial/reception functions Previous experience in working and/or managing asset protection or related function is of advantage
• Only Rwandans nationality allowed to apply for the position

Other competency skills requirements

• Excellent writing skills
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power point)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiar with the use of office equipment like photocopier, scanner, video conferencing equipment, etc.
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Capable of working in a Cross-Functional Matrix Structure
• Ability to pay attention to details (eye for detail)
• Speaking and writing Kinyarwanda and English fluently
  
  
  

Applying for the Position:

Please submit the following documents in a single file attachment to the e-mail recruitment.rmines@trinity-metals.com   for Human Resources Office, indicating the name of position you are applying for and addressed to the General Manager of Rutongo Mines Ltd.

• Application letter
• A Curriculum Vitae- maximum 3 pages,
• A copy of education and training certificates/diplomas/degrees
• A copy of ID

Submission of Applications Deadline

The application deadline is 04^th April 2023 at 5:00pm

The applications submitted after deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

For other inquiries please contact HR Office on +250791701498

JULIAN NIXON                   

GENERAL MANAGER

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Job advertisement – Asset Protection Superintendent

Who We Are:

Rutongo Mines Ltd is a Tin Mining Company, situated in Masoro Sector, Rulindo District, Northern Province, part of the Trinity Metals Group which oversees a number of mining operations in Rwanda. We would like inform the public that we are looking to recruit a Competent and Qualified Asset Protection Superintendent for Rutongo Mines Ltd.

Duties and Responsibilities for Asset Protection Superintendent Rutongo Mines

The Asset Protection Superintendent oversees asset protection for Rutongo Mines Ltd ranging from the protection of people (employees, contractor and any other person involved in our

operational areas), physical property, equipment theft prevention and inventory loss.

He/she will report  to the General Manager with a functional line staff reporting relationship to the Trinity Group Asset Protection  Manager.

The key job requirements are:

• To identify and protect company assets through the development and implementation of asset protection procedures and standards
• To ensure all the company employees and contractors are trained on the required asset protection procedures and standards
• To ensure all Asset Protection department employees are fully trained and competent in the required Asset Protection Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Ensure that all Asset Protection department employees are fully trained and are complying with the International Voluntary Principles and Security of Human Rights
• Implement Asset Protection reporting and monitoring systems
• To protect the security of our employees and all key stakeholders (contractors, visitors, customers) within our operational areas
• Conduct regular asset protection risk reviews, implement mitigation strategies and report on progress
• Identify areas that could lead to losses to the Company and ensure the necessary controls are put in place
• Conduct regular asset protection inspections/reviews to ensure that our assets are well protected
• To manage the budget for asset protection operations within Rutongo Mines Ltd
• To lead and performance manage the asset protection department staff
• To set up an effective information gathering system
• To set up a professional investigation system

To build effective relationship with the Community surrounding the mines and relevant security organs / authorities such as police and other relevant stakeholders

Academic Qualifications

• Advanced diploma, Bachelor/Master’s degree in a relevant field

Experience and Criteria

• At least 5-8 years’ experience in leading large teams of people in complex environments
• Mining or similar industry experience will be advantageous
• Previous experience in working and/or managing asset protection or related function is essential
• At least 10 years work experience
• Previous experience in the military and/or police is not essential but will be advantageous
• Only Rwandans nationality allowed to apply for the position

Other competency skills requirements

• Having operated in a multinational/multicultural environment will be an advantage
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power point) and computer-based security technology
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to monitor surveillance systems and respond to emergency situations
• Excellent team building and leadership skills
• Ability to pay attention to details (eye for detail)
• People orientated leader
  
  
  

Applying for the Position:

Please submit the following documents in a single file attachment to the e-mail recruitment.rmines@trinity-metals.com   for Human Resources Office, indicating the name of position you are applying for and addressed to the General Manager of Rutongo Mines Ltd.

• Application letter
• A Curriculum Vitae- maximum 3 pages,
• A copy of education and training certificates/diplomas/degrees
• A copy of ID

Submission of Applications Deadline

The application deadline is 04^th April 2023 at 5:00pm

The applications submitted after deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

For other inquiries please contact HR Office on +250791701498

JULIAN NIXON                   

GENERAL MANAGER

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Vacancy Announcement

Advisor for Urban Innovation made in Africa

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federally owned international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. GIZ has worked in Rwanda for over 30 years. The primary objectives between the Government of Rwanda and the Federal Republic of Germany are poverty reduction and promotion of sustainable development. To achieve these objectives, GIZ Rwanda is active in the sectors of Decentralization and Good Governance, Economic Development and Employment Promotion, Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development and ICT (Information and Communications Technology).

The individual measure “Urban Innovation made in Africa – Sustainable Planning and Construction” is testing integrated approaches to climate-friendly and poverty-oriented urban planning and construction in an Urban Living Lab in Rwanda, supports global peer-to-peer learning on this topic and advises the departmental dialogue of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the German Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Construction (BMWSB) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) in terms of policy coherence for sustainable development.

The position will be responsible for the implementation of the Rwandan component of the global project, while closely cooperating with GIZ’s sector project advising BMZ on sustainable and climate-friendly urban development. Urban Innovation made in Africa is searching for one candidate for the position of Advisor.

Candidate Profile

Location: Kigali

Fixed Term: 31 August 2024 (with option to extend)

The Advisor performs the following responsibilities and tasks:

Responsibilities 

• processing technical aspects and providing technical advice and knowledge support on the area of participative and sustainable city planning, sustainable building materials and construction
• support of local implementation of the Urban Living Lab in Kigali and innovative approaches for cross-regional approach and capacity development on sustainable urban planning and construction
• liaising and maintaining a good relationship with the partner institutions in Rwanda
• identifying and establishing and maintaining contacts with key stakeholders in Sub-Sahara Africa and Asia, initiating and coordinating multi stakeholder processes
• further developing the area of responsibility in accordance with the specified quality standards
• developing and coordinating a communication strategy for the Rwanda component of the project, and ensuring a continuous knowledge management and dissemination of project results in Rwanda for informing the interministerial dialogue in Germany
• maintaining of a good flow of communication and information between all involved institutions and counterparts and GIZ including GIZ-internal stakeholders
• ensure the implementation of corporate design rules within the Country Office and all programmes
• implementing daily operational aspects of all issues related to the project and cooperate with a broad range of target groups 
  
  
  

Tasks 

The Advisor will perform the following tasks: 

1. Management and Coordination

• coordinates and assists in preparing and conducting project activities and carries out activities required for implementation
• is jointly responsible with the partner institution for preparing, implementing and documenting training events, workshops, forums, team meetings and other project activities
• assists national and international advisors in carrying out their work in the context of the project
• helps identify the needs of government institutions and further recipients
• participates in formulating project action plans and helps synchronize the planning and budgeting system and counterparts
• draws up reports and presentation documents, prepares appropriate input for various project/programme reports including annual reports, and contributes to the other reports required
• regularly consults with the AV on all project activities
• assists the project with all organizational and management issues
• coordinates the use of office and transport capacities in accordance with the agreement on the use of facilities at the relevant office location

2. Communication and Networking

• develops and maintains contact with all important stakeholders
• provides technical assistance to local and international experts
• ensures knowledge management: collects, processes and distributes relevant information, monitors communication and interaction between government institutions, research institutions, private sector and civil society through analyses of the media, direct dialogue, participation in meetings and seminars etc.
• communicates local interests and efforts, forwards these and encourages sharing ideas and information for the benefit of the project/programme

3. Other duties/tasks

• performs other duties and tasks at the request of management
  
  
  

Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience

1. Qualifications and professional experience

• Masters/MSc in an area that is related to the project/programme objectives, with a focus on a relevant field (e.g. urban/regional planning, architecture, sustainability/environmental studies, infrastructure, urban geography etc.)
• 5 years of professional experience, at least 3 years’ professional experience in urban planning, of which a significant part directly related to different aspects of urban planning such as settlements, infrastructure, community development, urban geography, cities and climate change, and urban informality.
• Proven experience in managing projects, research and documentation, trainings, and preparing planning materials.

2. Other knowledge and additional competences

• very good working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office, Teams, Outlook)
• fluent written and profound oral knowledge of English, French or German is an asset
• experience in working with graphical material using computer assisted design tools is an asset
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management

Interested  candidates  should  submit  their  application  (motivation  letter,  updated  CV,  certificates  and references); until 4^th  April 2023 at 4:00 PM, by e-mail to recruitment-rw@giz.de. All attachments should be put together in one PDF file not larger than 2 MB. Please quote the job title in the subject.

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation, if needed, in order to participate in the job application and interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please let us know, if you have any particular requirements should you be invited for assessment/interview or that you wish us to consider, when considering your application.  

Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview. 

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali,

Rwanda 

GIZ reserves all rights!

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Vacancy Announcement

Advisor for Article 6 Capacity Building

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federally owned international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. GIZ has worked in Rwanda for over 30 years. The primary objectives between the Government of Rwanda and the Federal Republic of Germany are poverty reduction and promotion of sustainable development. To achieve these objectives, GIZ Rwanda is active in the sectors of Decentralization and Good Governance, Economic Development and Employment Promotion, Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development and ICT (Information and Communications Technology).

The Article 6 Capacity Building project is a global project commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). It aims to support national authorities in taking informed decisions on the implementation of Article 6 activities in their country that contribute both to NDC achievement and SDG financing. For that aim, the component supports relevant actors to build strategic guidance, processes, procedures or practical examples for the implementation of cooperation mechanisms under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The processes and procedures include, among others, sectoral potential analysis, authorization procedures, governance structures, policy guidelines and monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) frameworks including registries for Article 6 mitigation activities. The above support will lead to an increased readiness to use Article 6 of the Paris Agreement in line with their NDCs achievement. In addition, the component will work with regional and global platforms (e.g., the NDC Partnership) to promote knowledge sharing on lessons learned from the use of Article 6 frameworks in partner countries.

The position, allocated within GIZ Rwanda’s Cluster on Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development, will be responsible for the implementation of the Rwandan component of the global project, while closely cooperating with further GIZ’s related actors. Article 6 Capacity Building is searching for one candidate for the position of Advisor.

Candidate Profile

Location: Kigali

Fixed Term: 14 May 2024 (with option to extend)

The Advisor performs the following responsibilities and tasks:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all project activities under guidance of and in consultation with the project management (both in Rwanda and Germany), Cluster Coordinator in Rwanda and in line with the objectives of the project concept and the agreements of the team in Germany
• Provide technical advice to project partners (public, private, NGOs, academia) on climate change mitigation in general but specifically on cooperation mechanisms under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement
• Provide strategic level guidance (based on international and/or GIZ experience) towards implementation of the Article 6 Capacity Building project including development of planning documents
• Contribute to development and dissemination of knowledge products to a broad target group
• Create and strengthen spaces for dialogue, exchange and capacity building
• Maintain good communication and a permanent flow of information between all partners, participating institutions and GIZ
• Provide logistical support towards the delivery of the Art.6 Capacity Building activities.
• Promote gender approaches in the activities to be developed
  
  
  

Tasks 

The Advisor will perform the following tasks: 

1. Management and Coordination

• coordinates and assists in preparing and conducting project activities and carries out activities required for implementation
• is jointly responsible with the partner institution for preparing, implementing and documenting training events, workshops, forums, team meetings and other project activities
• assists national and international advisors in carrying out their work in the context of the project
• helps identify the needs of government institutions and further recipients
• participates in formulating project action plans and helps synchronize the planning and budgeting system and counterparts
• draws up reports and presentation documents, prepares appropriate input for various project/programme reports including annual reports, and contributes to the other reports required
• regularly consults with the project director on all project activities
• assists the project with all organizational and management issues 

2. Communication and Networking

• develops and maintains contact with all important stakeholders
• provides technical assistance to local and international experts
• ensures knowledge management: collects, processes and distributes relevant information, monitors communication and interaction between government institutions, research institutions, private sector and civil society through analyses of the media, direct dialogue, participation in meetings and seminars etc.
• communicates local interests and efforts, forwards these and encourages sharing ideas and information for the benefit of the project/programme
  
  
  

3. Other duties/tasks

• performs other duties and tasks at the request of management

Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience

1. Qualifications and professional experience

• Masters/MSc in an area that is related to the project objectives, with a focus on a relevant field (e.g. Climate Change / Environment / Natural Resources / Management / Sustainable Development / Political Science / Economics or related fields)
• 5 years of professional experience in climate change related projects (especially Paris Agreement and with climate change mitigation at national, regional and international levels, e.g., with Carbon Markets Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) / Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM), Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), Long-term Strategies (LTS) and United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) processes)
• 3 years professional experience in international cooperation or in the public sector
• Proven experience in managing projects, research and documentation, trainings, and preparing planning materials

2. Other knowledge and additional competences

• very good working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office, Teams, Outlook)
• fluent written and profound oral knowledge of English, French or German is an asset
• experience in working with graphical material using computer assisted design tools is an asset
• willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management

Interested candidates should  submit  their  application  (motivation  letter,  updated  CV,  certificates  and references) ; until 4^th  April 2023 at 4:00 PM , by e-mail to recruitment-rw@giz.de.

All attachments should be put together in one PDF file not larger than 2 MB. Please quote the job title in the subject.

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation, if needed, in order to participate in the job application and interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please let us know, if you have any particular requirements should you be invited for assessment/interview or that you wish us to consider, when considering your application.  

Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali,

Rwanda 

GIZ reserves all rights!

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JOB POSITION:   Food & Beverage Manager

DEPARTMENT:  Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO:  General Manager

Akagera Game Lodge stands on a hill at the southern tip of the Akagera National Park elevated above the savannah with exceptional views of Lake Ihema. With 60 rooms, suites, a conference centre, restaurant and bar.

Position Overview

Under the general guidance of the General Manager assess, evaluate and ensure that long-term and short-term goals of all Food & Beverage operations are met. Responsible for overseeing complete food and beverage activities to maximize revenues, profitability, executing marketing strategies, up-selling, cost control, and by providing quality service and products to guests.

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Food & Beverage
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and leadership
• Good organizational and time management
• Outstanding Food & Beverage
• Good Financial
• Problem solving
• Must possess excellent working knowledge of English language (both verbal and written), to facilitate the business communications
  
  
  

Salary/Benefits

Mantis AKAGERA GAME LODGE offers a competitive salary in line with the industry salary range, based on experience and education as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Job application procedure

Please send the following documents to Elma LABUSCHAGNE | elma.labuschagne@mantiscollection.com

• Cover letter & Resume
• Academic papers (the successful candidate will be required to submit notarized copies)
• Service certificates proving the work
• 3 professional references.
• Job applications closed on 25^th March, 2023
• All application must be in

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. | Mantis Akagera Game Lodge is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Job title: Sales Associates (Agents)

Reporting line: Direct Sales Force Manager

Duration: Open-ended

Remuneration: Commission on new and renewed businesses + Performance based incentives

Working Area: Rwanda countrywide, Mainly the City of Kigali

Overview of the Role

As a Sales Associate (Agent), you will be responsible to sell a variety of medical insurance products, respond to inquiries, explain policy types and coverage information ensuring customers select policies that will meet their needs. You shall offer advice and guidance and suggest packages that suit best the prospective clients. You will also provide support and guidance for existing customers to ensure renewals budgets/targets are met.

What to expect from Eden Care?

Eden Care shall consistently train you to boost your product knowledge as well as sales skills. Eden Care shall ensure you save time and money by only concentrating on building your network, and quality pipeline and close deals as it will be providing a world-class end-to-end digital experience to new and existing customers. Eden Care shall ensure the commission is timely paid and sales incentives provided as set in its yearly loyalty program.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying potential new clients
• Maintain and grow relationships with new and existing customers.
• Understand and promote Eden Care’s Products
• Maintain a healthy pipeline that will generate a better closure rate
• Provide after-sales support and Strive to improve customer satisfaction through excellent customer service
• Maintain contact with clients with a view to securing further sales/orders.
• Attend all meetings and marketing activities required by the Company.
  
  
  

Minimum required qualifications

• A minimum secondary school degree/certificate
• Good analytical skills as well as excellent oral & written communication skills
• Excellent networking, selling, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Next step

Eden Care shall ensure shortlisted candidates are called upon and explained the licensing steps required by the Regulator (BNR)

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their detailed CV and letter of motivation by 22 April 2023 via the “Apply” button below.

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JOB POSITION: Executive Chef

DEPARTMENT:  Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO: General Manager

Akagera Game Lodge stands on a hill at the southern tip of the Akagera National Park elevated above the savannah with exceptional views of Lake Ihema. With 60 rooms, suites, a conference centre, restaurant and bar.

Position Overview

As Executive Chef, you would be responsible to provide the highest food quality, consistent with cost control and profitability margins to maximize guest satisfaction. Ensures that safety, hygiene and sanitation practices are followed.

Additionally, you will be responsible to develop menu’s, maintain updated and accurate recipes and costings of all dishes prepared. Ensures that all work is carried out in line with the hotel’s guidelines, the departmental business plan, corporate guidelines, and service concepts.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to the Hotels standards of food
• Manage budgetary and payroll expense
• Ensures that all applicable laws, especially in regards to food safety and sanitation is
• Social Responsible Business: show involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in the social responsible program of the
• Familiar with industry trends and apply appropriate changes in menus and preparation

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience as an Executive
• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field such as culinary arts, food production or hotel management and other related
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and leadership
• Good organizational and time management
• Good Financial
• Problem solving
• Must possess excellent working knowledge of English language (both verbal and written), to facilitate the business communications

Salary/Benefits

Mantis AKAGERA GAME LODGE offers a competitive salary in line with the industry salary range, based on experience and education as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Job application procedure

Please send the following documents to Elma LABUSCHAGNE | elma.labuschagne@mantiscollection.com

• Cover letter & Resume
• Academic papers (the successful candidate will be required to submit notarized copies)
• Service certificates proving the work
• 3 professional
• Job applications closed on 25^th March, 2023
• All application must be in

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. | Mantis Akagera Game Lodge is an equal employment opportunity employer

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Feed the Future Rwanda Hinga Wunguke

Climate Finance Advisor

CNFA

CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector by nurturing entrepreneurship, private enterprise, and market linkages. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, new technologies and marketing as a means to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains and rural development, to increase people’s incomes, to develop skills in the rural workforce, and to facilitate exports.

Program Description USAID/Rwanda Hinga Wunguke Activity:

The purpose of the five-year, USD $29.75M Hinga Wunguke Activity is to support increased agriculture productivity and income, access to finance and markets, and access and consumption of nutritious food products in Rwanda, while increasing the resilience of the agriculture and food systems to the changing climate. To achieve this goal, the Activity will sustainably increase agricultural productivity, increase access to finance for farmers and agribusinesses, improve producers’ nutrition and market outcomes, and strengthen the enabling environment to foster market-driven outcomes in agriculture.

Position Description

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Investment, the Climate Finance Advisor will support a team identifying and shaping public and private sector partnerships that drive financing for climate change mitigation and adaptation in the agriculture sector. He/she will identify and facilitate provision of financial resources to support climate resilient development outcomes in Hinga Wunguke activities. This position will provide research, analysis, and administrative support to the Activity’s mandate of providing innovative technical approaches across multiple sectors and clients.

The Advisor will work with other technical staff in the unit and across teams to facilitate interventions that support farmers to increase their use of climate information, implement climate change risk reducing actions, and increase their climate resilience. The Climate Finance Advisor will be based in Kigali.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Hinga Wunguke team in research, technical analysis, and stakeholder and partner interactions and relationship building to facilitate access to climate finance.
• Compile documentation to provide written analyses and summaries of relevant technical topics, to include USAID, Development Finance Corporation, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, World Bank, and other relevant development finance institutions and donor projects and programs in Rwanda.
• Lead collaboration with Rwandan and multilateral climate funds projects and programs such as FONERWA, Green Gicumbi, Global Environment Facility, Adaptation Fund, Climate Investment Funds, etc.
• Research and facilitate innovative climate finance vehicles such as blended finance, green banks, green and sustainability linked bonds, debt swaps, and multilateral development bank concessional loans when appropriate to the Rwandan context.
• Support private sector sustainability and climate initiatives such as ESG, supply chain greening, industry certifications, improved sourcing, and emissions reductions and offsetting.
• In collaboration with CNFA HQ and the USAID Rwanda Mission, conduct research to write or contribute to climate and climate finance related blogs, op-eds, articles, and other forms of public-facing and internal media.
• Guide the facilitation of new and existing financing instruments that will incentivize the private sector to invest in climate change adaptation and mitigation programs and projects.
• Facilitate or support deal-making between financial institutions/investors and agribusinesses.
• Facilitate capacity building of borrowers/investees to improve their investment-readiness.
• Digest and synthesize technical information, such as proposed project financial data and climate finance grant funding application requirements, and effectively communicate that information to broader audiences.
• Provide technical inputs on climate rationale, theory of change, logical framework, investment criteria, and budget and procurement plans.
• Prepare agendas and meeting minutes, draft PowerPoint presentations, and maintain file organization, to ensure key points are communicated and captured from internal and external meetings.
• Collaborate with the Gender and Social Inclusion Advisor to ensure all climate finance activities are inclusive of women, youth, people with disabilities, and other groups.
• Participate in activities to build a strong knowledge culture at Hinga Wunguke by developing technical briefs, training decks, and other knowledge sharing content and disseminating it through networks and knowledge management systems.
• Undertake other assignments or tasks at the request of the Chief of Party or the Director of Finance and Investment or their designates.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Climate Science, Climate Change, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Businesses, International Development or related area of study or equivalent work experience, with a Master’s degree preferred;
• At least five years of work experience in climate smart agriculture, capacity building, finance, and/or project design and planning related to climate change and adaptation;
• Demonstrated experience with resilience approaches and concepts;
• Understanding and experience working with or collaborating with the private sector or banking sector;
• Demonstrated knowledge of climate-smart agriculture and climate finance;
• Preferred experience in USAID-funded or donor-funded climate program(s), preferably in Rwanda;
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate with wide range of stakeholders both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to manage tasks independently and as part of a team;
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, willingness to innovate and ability to think systematically;
• Proven experience in managing multiple and competing tasks while maintaining quality of deliverables within deadlines;
• Advanced oral and written communication skills in English required; Fluent Kinyarwanda required, good French skills are considered an asset.
  
  
  

Application Instructions

All interested and qualified Candidate can send their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) documents to: ModAg@cnfarwanda.org not later than 5 April, 2023 at 6:00 PM.  Please quote the job title in the subject and title your CV file with YOUR NAME, POSITION APPLIED.  Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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Job Description

– Advise on the application of legal instruments that govern Gender equality;
– Liaise with relevant institutions and represent GMO in judicial matters;
– Collect, review and keep legal documents, instruments or other materials relating to the Gender Monitoring Office and ensure its operationalisation;
– Prepare legal advice on diverse substantive and all procedural issues, which may include those related to administration and management, institutions support, etc;
– Proactively analyze and prepare legal opinions on studies, policies and strategies;
– Review, advise on and draft contracts, agreements, institutional and operational modalities and other legal documents;
– Participate in the planning and budgeting process of the Gender Monitoring Office
– Submit periodical reports to the Executive Secretary;
– Performing any other activity related to the functions of the office as may be assigned by Supervisor;
– Advise on the application of legal instruments that govern Gender equality;
– Liaise with relevant institutions and represent GMO in judicial matters;
– Collect, review and keep legal documents, instruments or other materials relating to the Gender Monitoring Office and ensure its operationalisation;
– Prepare legal advice on diverse substantive and all procedural issues, which may include those related to administration and management, institutions support, etc;
– Proactively analyze and prepare legal opinions on studies, policies and strategies;
– Review, advise on and draft contracts, agreements, institutional and operational modalities and other legal documents;
– Participate in the planning and budgeting process of the Gender Monitoring Office
– Submit periodical reports to the Executive Secretary;
– Performing any other activity related to the functions of the office as may be assigned by Supervisor;

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Knowledge of substantive law and legal procedures

• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation

• Decision making skills

• Excellent Communication Skills

• Team working Skills

• Very effective organization skills

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

• legal research and analysis in complex areas of law

• High analytical and problem solving skills

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Job Description

– Manage assets, tools and consumables of electrical workshop.
– Maintain inventory of workshop supplies and make requests.
– Conduct maintenance of workshop equipment
– Assist students, lecturers and instructors to perform the necessary tasks while working in the workshop
– Provide professional and technical advice to her/his supervisors.
– Perform all other tasks assigned by her/his supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Electricity

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Electrical Technology

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Presentation skills

• Stock management skill

• Tools and equipment handling skills

• Knowledge of practical teaching methodology

• Basic knowledge on standards operation procedures

• Communication skills

• Interpersonal skills

• Collaboration and team working skills

• Leadership skills

• Time management skills

• Proficiency in Kinyarwanda and English is an added advantage

• Computer Skills

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Job Description

– Work with Lecturer to plan the delivery of training modules, exercises and design or adapt the lesson plans
– Work with Lecturer to Prepare pedagogical and didactic tools and assist to deliver the training
– Prepare the workshop/classroom equipment and materials
– Participate in internship monitoring Provide individual support for the students (including guidance and counseling)
– Building portfolio for (Trainer &Trainees)
– Take part in the technical and pedagogical reinforcement initiatives
– Participate in activities and events organized by the school
– To coordinate and report on academic activities of each subject taught;
– To properly manage and use available equipment;
– To provide promptly pedagogical documents and administrative papers related to administrative files,

NB: Having teaching experience or work experience in industries is an added value.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with Chemistry with second class upper division

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with second class upper division

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

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

• Knowledge in TVET policies

• Knowledge of teaching methodology

• Resource management skills

• Problem solving skills

• Decision making skills

• Networking skills

• Leadership skills

• Mentoring and coaching skills

• Time management skills

• Risk management skills

• Performance management skills

• Results oriented

• Digital literacy skills

• Analytical skills;

• Having a TVET Trainer certificate is an added value

• Technical skills in research proposal writing, hybrid vehicle systems, fluid mechanics, automotive hydraulics, etc

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Job Description

– Keep and regularly update the Sector database of taxpayers at the Sector level and their situation in regard to tax clearance;
– Organize regular mobilization campaigns meant to educate taxpayers on tax laws and regulations;
– Conduct regular fiscal inspection at the Sector level and enforce tax recovery and compliance measures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

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Job Description

– Coordinate the inclusive identification of vulnerable groups at the Sector level and their needs in accordance with the criteria established by higher authorities;
– Implement the District’s empowerment strategy for vulnerable groups towards their graduation;
– Monitor and evaluate the impact of inclusive social protection programs or initiatives within the Sector and produce consolidated reports thereof;
– Monitor the functioning of the Women promotion programs, Children promotion programs, Persons with Disabilities promotion programs at the Sector level and produce consolidated reports thereof;
– Organize, in collaboration with other stakeholders, campaigns (training, workshops, meetings, etc.) aimed at improving the inclusive development of vulnerable groups the Sector and Cells;
Develop and keep updated a database of vulnerable groups as well as graduates living in the Sector.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Administrative Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Sociology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Education Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced Diploma in Administrative Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Demography

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced diploma in Social Works

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced diploma in Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced diploma in Demography

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced diploma in Education Psychology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Advanced diploma in Arts and Humanities

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts and Humanities

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

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Job Description

1. To transport students to and from college during student’s events outside the college
2. To transport college staff to and from college in matters related to working activities
3. To maintain a clean and mechanically sound college vehicle at all times
4. To perform inspections of the college vehicle before and after each route
5. To attend attend arranged safety meetings by authorities in charge of road safety
6. To declare /to report any mechanical defect of vehicles on time
7. To ensure each vehicle have insurance regularly

Minimum Qualifications

• Driving License Category B, D

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Resource management skills

• Problem solving skills

• Time management skills

• Risk management skills

• Vehicle maintenance skills

• Writing and reading skills

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

• Mechanics skills

• A driver must be able to live within the campus to facilitate secondary students in case needed

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Job Description

– Coordinate IOSCs operations at the Ministerial level
– Initiate and conduct resource mobilization initiatives for IOSCs
– Provide guidance and technical assistance at Ministerial level to effectively lead multi-sectorial prevention & response programs
– Support the Establishment of coordination mechanisms of IOSCs and Safe shelters
– Build and strengthen the capacity development of multidisciplinary teams for timely, successful and efficient implementation of the IOSCs action plans
– Coordinate and follow up the use of funds allocated in IOSC to support GBV&CA victims
– Foster the local and international stakeholders’ engagement in holistic resource mobilization
– Conduct regular stakeholders mapping for IOSCs
– Provide timely reports
– Collaborate with different stakeholders to improve service delivery and efficient of IOSCs
– Perform any other assigned duty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Development Studies

  7 Years of relevant experience

• Master’s Degree in Gender Studies

  7 Years of relevant experience

• Master’s Degree in Public Health

  7 Years of relevant experience

• Master’s Degree in Social Sciences

  7 Years of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Familiarity with conflicts resolution or arbitration is an added value

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem-solving skills

• Proven capability of taking own initiative and ability to deal with work under pressure

• Excellent speaking and writing ability of English, Kinyarwanda is essential

• Fluent in French would be an added advantage

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Job Description

– Provide notary services to the public as per the competencies set forth by the law;
– Deliver all documents related to civil registration;
– Register and consolidate disaggregated data related to civil registration status in the Sector;
– Receive and analyse contentious issues and
accordingly provide a legal advice to the Sector.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Communication skills

• Knowledge of working in pressurized environments

• Legal and Drafting Skills

• Excellent IT Skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Social Media)

• Conscientious and independent worker

• Legal Analysis skills

• Analytical skills;

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Job Description

– Prepare and sign at first degree any land-related contract to be signed by competent District officials;
– Provide, in collaboration with the District Notary and Legal Advisor, legal opinion, and prepare documents and conclusions concerning litigious issues involving the District on land-related matters for the Attorney General’s consideration;
– Anticipate any possible litigious risk likely to involve the District on land-related matters and proactively advise on mitigation measures;
– Monitor the conformity of implementation of land use and infrastructure practices with applicable laws, instructions, regulations and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Knowledge of substantive law and legal procedures

• Legal research and analysis in complex areas of law

• Decision making skills

• Computer Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills

• Team working Skills

• Deep Knowledge Of Rwandan Legal System

• Very effective organization skills

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

• High analytical & Complex Problem Solving Skills

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Job Description

– Elaborate and monitor the implementation of a local strategy on territorial administration and good governance at Sector level and produce consolidated reports thereof;
– Organize evaluation of decentralized governance practices at Sector level according to norms and evaluation standards developed at national and District level;
– Keep and maintain an updated database on good governance practices and specific programs in the District on the one hand, and serve as a custodian of the administrative map of the District and its sub-entities on the other hand, and report any litigious issues about territorial demarcation to competent authorities;
– Analyse good governance and umuganda related reports from Sectors, consolidate citizens’ complaints and advise on alternative solutions;
– Supervise, in close collaboration with any relevant stakeholder, the implementation of programs aimed at improving good governance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Administrative Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education Sciences

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Governance

  0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Local Governance Studies

  0 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Communication skills

• Good knowledge of government policy-making processes

• Time management skills

• Complex Problem Solving Skills

• Organizational Skills

• High analytical Skills

• Team working Skills

• Analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Territorial administration and decentralized Governance

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FAITH VICTORY ASSOCIATION: JOB ADVERTISEMENT

District Project officer at FAITH VICTORY ASSOCIATION: Deadline: 24/03/2023

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Job Description

– To contribute to teaching and learning at Advanced Diploma level, other TVET levels and tailor-made short Courses, through: Design, preparation, and development of Module teaching materials.
– Delivery of Modules through lectures, seminars, tutorials, and other supervisory and coaching methods.
– Assessing courses by setting and marking assignments and examination papers.
– Attending assessment board meetings
– Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative methods of teaching, learning, and assessment, including open and web-based learning, as part of the College’s learner-centered approach to education.
– Deliver and supervise students’ examinations as per the set standards
– Liaise closely with teaching, technical and administrative staff to ensure quality teaching
– Give advice and guidance to students to support their academic progress through the college
– Proactively contribute to the development of the curriculum, module, and program reviewing
– Supervise the internships, field studies, and students’ research activities
– Undertake any appropriate continuous Professional development training to enhance professional skills.
– Pursue opportunities for academic research, publication, and funded consultancy.
– Liaise with and assist others in the administration and management of programs;
– Propose and assist in the recruitment of lecturers and other academic staff to the college;
– Perform any other relevant tasks as required from time to time by the college management
– Write and contribute to writing grant proposals to procure external research funding

NB: Having teaching experience in HLIs or work experience in industries is an added value.

Minimum Qualifications

• • Master’s in Civil Engineering

    0 Year of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

    0 Year of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

    0 Year of relevant experience

• Integrity

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

• Inclusiveness

• Accountability

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Client/citizen focus

• Professionalism

• Commitment to continuous learning

• Knowledge in TVET policies

• Knowledge of teaching methodology

• Problem solving skills

• Decision making skills

• Networking skills

• Leadership skills

• Mentoring and coaching skills

• Time management skills

• Risk management skills

• Performance management skills

• Results oriented

• Digital literacy skills

• Analytical skills;

• Technical skills in research and grant proposal writing, structure analysis, reinforced concrete design, timber and steel structurer analysis, design and management of construction projects, CAD, etc

• Having a TVET Trainer certificate is added value

• Technical skills in research proposal writing, structural analysis, land surveying, reinforced concrete design, CAD, etc

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USAID/Rwanda Hinga Wunguke Activity

Seed Market Systems Advisor

CNFA

CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector by nurturing entrepreneurship, private enterprise, and market linkages. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, new technologies and marketing as a means to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains and rural development, to increase people’s incomes, to develop skills in the rural workforce, and to facilitate exports.

Program Description USAID/Rwanda Hinga Wunguke Activity

The purpose of the USAID Feed the Future Rwanda Hinga Wunguke Activity is to support increased agriculture productivity and income, access to finance and markets, and access and consumption of nutritious food products in Rwanda, while increasing the resilience of the agriculture and food systems to the changing climate. To achieve this goal, the Activity will sustainably increase agricultural productivity, increase access to finance for farmers and agribusinesses, improve producers’ market outcomes, and strengthen the enabling environment to foster market-driven outcomes in agriculture.

Position Description

Reporting to the Director of Agriculture Productivity, the Seed Market Systems Advisor will be responsible for advancing seed market systems development for Hinga Wunguke target value chains. S/he will work with private and public seed market actors to ensure that the seed market system is functional and systemic changes are fostered resulting in increased and sustainable availability of quality seeds to smallholder farmers in Hinga Wunguke target districts and the wider seed market in Rwanda. The Seed Market Systems Advisor is based in Kigali.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties of the Seed Market Systems Advisor include, but are not limited to:

• Lead seed market systems analysis to identify and understand the root causes and inefficiencies in the seed market system and facilitate relevant actors to design and implement development interventions to improve performance of the seed market system in Rwanda;
• Facilitate or provide technical support to MINAGRI, RAB, RICA, PSF and other market actors to improve the seed market system;
• In collaboration with Enabling Environment Director, facilitate MINAGRI, RICA, RAB, PSF and others to initiate laws and policies enabling performance of the seed sector;
• Support seed market actors to comply with laws, regulations, procedures and quality standards requirements as set out by regulating institutions;
• Facilitate and provide expert advice to a range of seed market actors including seed breeders, seed producers, seed processors, seed distributors to produce and avail seeds adapted to the needs of farmers;
• Support seed market actors to produce and distribute high-quality seeds (including hybrid, bio-fortified, and climate-resilient) for Hinga Wunguke target value chains;
• Provide regularly updated information to seed market development actors regarding the release of improved, climate resilient and adapted crop varieties which might be of benefit to smallholder farmers; availability of breeder and foundation seed and parental line maintenance, commercialization of new varieties;
• Organize and facilitate forums to discuss policies and regulations issues affecting the performance of seed market development and needed improvements for farmers’ access to quality seeds, especially for Hinga Wunguke target value chains;
• Collaborate with the Gender and Social Inclusion Advisor to ensure all Activity seed system interventions are inclusive of women, youth, people with disabilities and other groups;
• Interface and collaborate with Hinga Wunguke targeted value chain stakeholders to advance program objectives and activities;
• Identify and lead the development of seed market system innovation and partnership opportunities for Hinga Wunguke;
• Undertake other assignments or tasks at the request of the Agriculture Productivity Director, the DCOP and/or the Chief of Party.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (or bachelor’s degree with two years of additional relevant experience) in agriculture, agribusiness, seed systems development, value chain development, private sector development, international development, development studies, rural development or a related field;
• At least five years of progressively responsible work experience leading capacity building activities to facilitate sustainable input supply systems for smallholder farmers, cooperatives, and input dealers;
• Proven experience of working with both public and private seed market actors at various levels including but not limited seed producers, agrodealers, seed distributors, seed importers, regulators, etc.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Rwandan seed supply system;
• Considerable knowledge of laws, regulations, procedures and quality standards related to seed business in Rwanda and regional bodies (EAC, COMESA,) that Rwanda is part of.
• Demonstrated experience working with complex donor-funded project(s) related to agricultural finance, value chain development, private sector investment management and/or access to finance;
• Technical experience with NGOs (non-governmental organizations) and NGO procedures;
• Demonstrated ability to interact and effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders both verbally and in writing;
• Effective at collaboration; willingness to innovate and ability to think systematically;
• Advanced Kinyarwanda as well as oral and written communication skills in English required; French considered an asset.
  
  
  

Application Instructions

All interested and qualified Candidate can send their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) documents to: ModAg@cnfarwanda.org not later than April 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM.  Please quote the job title in the subject.

Only candidates selected for interview will be notified.

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