The Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) is a regionally owned Institute with 14 member countries, currently: Angola, Botswana, Burundi, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Established in 1997, MEFMI was founded with the view to building sustainable capacity in identified key areas in ministries of finance, planning commissions and central banks, or equivalent institutions. MEFMI strives to improve sustainable human and institutional capacity in the critical areas of macroeconomic and financial management; foster best practices in related institutions; and bring emerging risks and opportunities to the fore among executive level officials. MEFMI seeks to achieve, within its member countries, prudent macroeconomic management, competent and efficient management of public finances, sound, efficient and stable financial sectors and stable economies with strong and sustained growth. The MEFMI Secretariat is based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified nationals of MEFMI member countries to fill the position of Public Relations Manager.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Public Relations (PR) Manager is responsible for, among other duties, managing and overseeing the Institute’s PR activities, developing and implementing publicity strategies to boost MEFMI brand visibility and maintaining the Institute’s presence on various media platforms. The Manager works closely with all MEFMI Programmes and Departments to ensure cohesion and consistency in brand communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Performance Areas

1. Prepare MEFMI publications for dissemination to staff, member countries and other relevant stakeholders;
2. Provide administrative services, plan, coordinate and accurately document and disseminate the record of proceedings of all Governance meetings;
3. Manage the backend of the MEFMI website and twitter handle, supervise material published on the interactive platforms;
4. Coordinate the preparation of the MEFMI annual work programme, annual report and all other literature produced by the Institute; and
5. Conduct and coordinate events/activities that promote MEFMI brand visibility.

Qualifications

The applicant must possess a Master’s Degree in Mass Communications / Public Relations / International Relations.

 Work Experience

a) At least 5-10 years progressive experience in Publishing and Public Relations;
b) At least 5-10 years progressive experience in coordinating high level meetings;
c) Demonstrable understanding of handling communication issues in a multi-cultural environment;
d) Demonstrable hands-on skills in communication, both verbal and written;
e) Ability to arrange, coordinate, facilitate capacity building activities in the area of public relations and customer care, among others; and
f) Work experience in international or regional organisations will be an added advantage.

Competencies

a) Excellent written and verbal skills;
b) Excellent qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills;
c) Diversity orientation;
d) Strong interpersonal skills;
e) Effective networking skills;
f) Cooperation, team spirit and strong interpersonal skills;
g) Ability and willingness to collaborate; and
h) Ability to work long hours; and
i) Working knowledge of both English and Portuguese will be an added advantage.

Benefits

The successful candidate will be appointed on a fixed term contract of three (3) years, renewable subject to performance. On offer is an attractive remuneration package which includes a tax free salary paid in US dollars which is competitive with other similar organisations.

Location and Language

The position is located at the Institute’s Secretariat in Harare, Zimbabwe and the official language of the Institute is English.

Application Procedure

Applications should be submitted by 9 September 2022.

MEFMI is an equal opportunity employer and both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please send your applications to recruitment@mefmi.org. Applicants are requested to only email their updated CV and cover letter (no certificates). No hard copies will be entertained.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 72069622R100005

Position Title: USAID Senior Education Specialist & Deputy Office Director Position Grade: FSN-12

Annual Gross Salary Range: From 43,780,572 FRW to 74,426,980 FRW

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Vacancy Opens: September 05, 2022

Applications Must Be Received By: 12:00 p.m. CAT, September 23rd, 2022

USAID/Rwanda seeks an Ordinarily Resident individual with the required work authorization for employment as a USAID Senior Education Specialist & Deputy Office Director. USAID/Rwanda is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. USAID encourages all individuals, including those from disadvantaged and under-represented groups, to respond to the solicitation.




BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION

The USAID Senior Education Specialist & Deputy Office Director participates in and supports the management and coordination of the Education Office and its activities; represents USAID in working level meetings, and, at that level, speaks and/or makes presentations on behalf of the Agency and the USG; establishes and maintains senior-level contacts on behalf of USAID with the Government of Rwanda, private sector, and other donor, non-governmental organizations; assists Mission Management, the Office, and visiting officials in public meetings, events, site visits, and discussions with Rwandan officials and IPs; drafts technical documentation and analyses needed to develop strategies; prepares Office QFRs, annual reporting (such as the PPR or basic education reporting), briefing papers, and other periodic documentation for USAID/Washington and other USG stakeholders; manages an education activity, including activity design, procurement, monitoring, and closeout. The Senior Education Specialist & Deputy Office Director supervises two Education office team members and is under the supervision of the Director, Office of Education.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

a. Education: A Master’s degree in a discipline related to education, youth and workforce development, international development, or other relevant field is required.

a. Prior Work Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in development assistance is required. Experience within U.S Government or other donor agencies is highly desirable. Experience should include interaction with the Government of Rwanda, project management, budgeting, and applying education expertise to achieve development goals.

b. Language Proficiency: Level IV English required.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants must review the official solicitation for this position and submit all the required documents. The solicitation is available at the following link: http://www.usaid.gov/rwanda/pa… opportunities . A complete application package should be sent by email to Kigalihr@usaid.gov no later than 12:00 p.m. noon CAT on September 23rd, 2022.

We’re transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances and breakthrough discoveries!

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training in mathematical sciences, research and public engagement in STEM. Its mission is to enable Africa’s brightest students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa’s future scientific, educational and economic self-sufficiency. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and Rwanda.

Each AIMS Centre provides expertly tailored academic and non-academic programs, training around 50 African students each year and preparing them for leadership in the domains of academia, government and industry.  The AIMS academic program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment.

If you bring a collaborative spirit with a passion to effect change, consider this opportunity as the…

Finance Assistant, AIMS Secretariat!

Branch Manager (Microfinance) at BRAC: Deadline 24 September 2022

JOB OPPORTUNITY

BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment and more.

BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.

Position: Branch Manager (Microfinance), 

Job location: Out of Kigali

Gender:  Only Female candidates are encouraged to apply

Gross salary range: Rwf 280,667. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.   

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programmer’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Major Duties and Responsibilities of Branch Manager: 

• Lead survey of the proposed branch and demarcate working area for the groups and Loan Officers.
• Arrange admission of members in groups after initial screening from the survey list of potential borrowers.
• Oversee at least two group meetings per day and reconcile passbooks.
• Prepare a target plan for the branch at the beginning of the year and monitor the operation if it is in accordance with the target plans or not.
• Prepare weekly cash requisitions for loan disbursement and other expenditure.
• Create an enabling environment for all the staffs working in the office. Ensure better and quick service to outside stakeholders.
• Develop staff’s capacity through mentoring, coaching and counselling, so that they can be promoted.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly report required by management. Analyze monthly trend and daily performance reports of the Credit Officer.
• Make sure COs and other MF staff adhere to the code of conduct for Microfinance staff and treat clients respectfully.
• Strive to provide the best quality service to the client and at field and at the brunch office.
• Follow up client’s complaints/concerns/opinions carefully and take appropriate measures and recommend changes.
• Review clients’ poverty profile and geographic targeting to ensure that client targeting is aligned with BRAC’s mission & vision.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Effective communication skills.
• Writing and reporting skills in English
• Computer skills.

Educational Qualifications: University Graduate in Finance accounting, Business administration, Management of any other related field.

Experience: At least two years of experience in any Microfinance/financial Institution. Candidates without experiences will not be short listed and should not apply.

If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,

The subject should be the position you have applied for. 

Please note that only short listed candidates will be called for interview. 

Application deadline: 24th October 2022

We’re African Students’ Education Fund (ASEF), an INGO supporting secondary school students in Rwanda since 2007. Our mission is to make a better life possible through education for children in Rwanda who do not have the means to attend school without financial assistance. More than 1,200 students across all of Rwanda receive our support, and now we’re hiring a new Field Coordinator to assist us in our operations!

Field Coordinator’s responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Training and development of program interns
• Develop, evaluate and manage direct reports to ensure all deadlines are met and project action plans are achieved
• Visiting schools of sponsored students country-wide to discuss student performance while ensuring the school meets ASEF’s standards of education
• Maintaining database of current beneficiaries as well as further developing a master database including all former beneficiaries
• Research and network to develop a graduate resource center with tools and information for those wishing to continue their studies beyond secondary school
• Verifying financial need through district partnership and coordination of at-home visits with randomly selected ASEF sponsored students and their families
• Regular meetings at the end of each school term throughout Rwanda with individual beneficiaries
• Facilitation of communications between program employees, sponsored students and government partners
• Reporting all ongoing activities and any and all other relevant information on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis
• Act as one member of the ASEF New Intake Selection Committee, which duties shall include: helping to assess academic records and financial needs of candidate students, and assisting in candidate review and selection process, at the beginning of each school year
• Cultivate relationships with local government leaders and participate in JADF partnerships
• Conducting financial reconciliation of work-related expenses on a weekly basis
• Oversee and elevate social media presence of organization

For consideration, candidates attest they possess the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• The ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with community leaders and maneuver in the community with comfort and credibility
• Flexibility to conduct field travel on a regular basis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the planning and organizational skills required for the position
• Competency in Microsoft Office
• Two years minimum experience in team management
• Strong analytical skills, independent judgment, ability to multi-task, comfort under pressure and ability to meet deadlines while retaining a sense of humor
• Ability to communicate ideas across cultural and language barriers, fluency in English and Kinyarwanda

For consideration, please forward your Cover Letter and CV to hr@asefrwanda.org not later than 30th September, 2022.

Job Description

1. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of Health financing strategic plan
• Coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of the policies, programs and standards of the health care financing;
• Coordinate the development of the legal and lawful texts as regards the health care financing;
• Follow and evaluate the application of the policies and national plans of health care financing;
• Coordinate the elaboration and implementation of the policies and guidelines of PBF, Health Insurances and CHW’ Cooperative in the country,
• Coordinate the mapping of the interventions of different partners
• Coordinate the subcommittee technical working groups operating related to health financing policy (PBF, HI and CHW’s coop)
• Proactively identify the problems in the field and seek solutions
• Lead and coordinate the conduct of special studies including Public Expenditure Review, Public Expenditure Tracking (PETS), National Health Accounts (NHA), Service Provision Assessment (SPA), etc;
• Coordinate the data collection and report of health expenditures using health resource tracking tool ( HRTT)

2. Expend the Fiscal Space for health financing and Develop strategies and mechanisms to promote the efficiency and Equity in use of available resources
• Exploit the reports on the operation of health facilities at different tie of operation.
• Participate in resources mobilization for health,
• Ensure equity in the distributional of funding between the Districts and other health sector institutions.
• Monitor the Inputs financing given to the health structures by different donors,
• Put in place the mechanism for management of all resources mobilized (Externally and internally)
• Coordinate strategic purchasing interventions in Health Sector
• Participate in domestic health financing resorce mobilization activities
• Coordinate private sector engagement activities
• Participate in Planning and Health Financing Sub-Technical Working Group
• Coordinate provider payment mechanism reforms in the Health Sector

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Job Description

1. Coordinates activities related to the pharmaceutical services
• Proactively identify the problems in the field and seek solutions
• Be proactive, innovative and expedient duties
• Keep the unit and other MoH staff updated with the latest developments in the domain
• Be exemplary in promoting the good positive image of MOH and the country
2. Initiate laws and implementing orders and tools related to the functioning of the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop laws the relates to the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop pharmaceutical sector policy and its strategic plan
• Develop implementing tools of the pharmaceutical sector laws
• Monitor the enforcement of the pharmaceutical sector laws.
3. Organize and conduct inspections of pharmaceutical establishments
• Plan, conducts routine, planned and unplanned inspections for enforcing compliance of the laws and regulations.
4. Ensure high quality of pharmaceutical product that come within the Rwandan territory
• Analyze the applications for import permits/visa and Import License for medicines and other health commodities
• Verify imported pharmaceutical products whether they comply with the prescribed requirements at the port of entry/customs.
• Analyze dossiers for product assessment, evaluation and registration for they are authorized to be marketed on the Rwandan market.
• Monitor rational medicines use (including poor quality medicines, clinical trial, Pharmacovigilance and post marketing surveillance)
5. Coordinate the review and implementation of the national essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines (NEML, NF & STGs)
• Periodically coordinate the review of essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines
• Monitor the compliance and implementation of these treatment guidelines
6. Establish cooperation with other national, regional and international institutions involved in supplying and controlling pharmaceutical products.
• Develop technical cooperation agreement(s), Memorandum that require the country’s engagement.
• Participate in national, regional, and international forum and meetings to promote country’s best practices.
7. Develop legal documents for establishing regulatory framework for traditional and complementary medicine sector
• Initiate the law establishing the law regulating traditional and complementary alternative medicines
• Develop national policy for Traditional and Complementary Medicines
• Develop, Ministerial orders, guidelines and regulations for the better implementation of the Law and the Policy.
• Develop policy strategic plan for easy implementation.
8. Develop a harmonized CPDS governance document for the facilitation of the national functional supply chain
• Plan and coordinate health commodities quantification,
• Supply chain planning and monitoring for an interrupted supply
• Develop governance document and guidelines
9. Coordinate the national pharmaceutical sector stakeholders consultations and engagements and other collaborative initiatives especially in relation to policy, legal and regulatory framework for a better vibrant, owned and a well coordinated sector
• Develop technical documents for stakeholders’ involvements and coordination
• Convene stakeholder’s meetings proper coordination and participation

The Orange Knowledge Programme aims to contribute to a society’s sustainable and inclusive development. Its scholarships are open to mid-career professionals in specific countries.

About this scholarship

The Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) offers scholarships funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs available for a selection of:

• short courses (duration 2 weeks to 12 months);
• master’s programmes (duration 12 to 24 months).

Countries

You may be eligible for an OKP scholarship if you are a national of and working in:

Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Liberia, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Niger, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Suriname, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Vietnam, Yemen and Zambia.

Applicants for master’s programmes from Indonesia should apply through the OKP-LPDP joint programme.

Focus countries
For the Short Course application round between 31 August – 11 October additional funding is allocated for the focus countries: Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Palestinian Territories, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Mali, Nigeria, Niger, Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan provided that we receive enough qualified and eligible applications. Please note that this round is only open for Short Courses and not for applications for Master scholarhips.

Focus theme
The application round between 31 August – 11 October has an increased focus on study programmes related to the themes of:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
• Security and the Rule of Law

Qualified applications within these themes will be prioritised, but applications in other fields are still welcome. Please check whether your study programme aligns the Country Focus Document (224.27 kB) for your country.

Job Description

1. Coordinates activities related to the pharmaceutical services
• Proactively identify the problems in the field and seek solutions
• Be proactive, innovative and expedient duties
• Keep the unit and other MoH staff updated with the latest developments in the domain
• Be exemplary in promoting the good positive image of MOH and the country
2. Initiate laws and implementing orders and tools related to the functioning of the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop laws the relates to the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop pharmaceutical sector policy and its strategic plan
• Develop implementing tools of the pharmaceutical sector laws
• Monitor the enforcement of the pharmaceutical sector laws.
3. Organize and conduct inspections of pharmaceutical establishments
• Plan, conducts routine, planned and unplanned inspections for enforcing compliance of the laws and regulations.
4. Ensure high quality of pharmaceutical product that come within the Rwandan territory
• Analyze the applications for import permits/visa and Import License for medicines and other health commodities
• Verify imported pharmaceutical products whether they comply with the prescribed requirements at the port of entry/customs.
• Analyze dossiers for product assessment, evaluation and registration for they are authorized to be marketed on the Rwandan market.
• Monitor rational medicines use (including poor quality medicines, clinical trial, Pharmacovigilance and post marketing surveillance)
5. Coordinate the review and implementation of the national essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines (NEML, NF & STGs)
• Periodically coordinate the review of essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines
• Monitor the compliance and implementation of these treatment guidelines
6. Establish cooperation with other national, regional and international institutions involved in supplying and controlling pharmaceutical products.
• Develop technical cooperation agreement(s), Memorandum that require the country’s engagement.
• Participate in national, regional, and international forum and meetings to promote country’s best practices.
7. Develop legal documents for establishing regulatory framework for traditional and complementary medicine sector
• Initiate the law establishing the law regulating traditional and complementary alternative medicines
• Develop national policy for Traditional and Complementary Medicines
• Develop, Ministerial orders, guidelines and regulations for the better implementation of the Law and the Policy.
• Develop policy strategic plan for easy implementation.
8. Develop a harmonized CPDS governance document for the facilitation of the national functional supply chain
• Plan and coordinate health commodities quantification,
• Supply chain planning and monitoring for an interrupted supply
• Develop governance document and guidelines
9. Coordinate the national pharmaceutical sector stakeholders consultations and engagements and other collaborative initiatives especially in relation to policy, legal and regulatory framework for a better vibrant, owned and a well coordinated sector
• Develop technical documents for stakeholders’ involvements and coordination
• Convene stakeholder’s meetings proper coordination and participation

Job Description

1. Coordinates activities related to the pharmaceutical services
• Proactively identify the problems in the field and seek solutions
• Be proactive, innovative and expedient duties
• Keep the unit and other MoH staff updated with the latest developments in the domain
• Be exemplary in promoting the good positive image of MOH and the country
2. Initiate laws and implementing orders and tools related to the functioning of the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop laws the relates to the pharmaceutical sector
• Develop pharmaceutical sector policy and its strategic plan
• Develop implementing tools of the pharmaceutical sector laws
• Monitor the enforcement of the pharmaceutical sector laws.
3. Organize and conduct inspections of pharmaceutical establishments
• Plan, conducts routine, planned and unplanned inspections for enforcing compliance of the laws and regulations.
4. Ensure high quality of pharmaceutical product that come within the Rwandan territory
• Analyze the applications for import permits/visa and Import License for medicines and other health commodities
• Verify imported pharmaceutical products whether they comply with the prescribed requirements at the port of entry/customs.
• Analyze dossiers for product assessment, evaluation and registration for they are authorized to be marketed on the Rwandan market.
• Monitor rational medicines use (including poor quality medicines, clinical trial, Pharmacovigilance and post marketing surveillance)
5. Coordinate the review and implementation of the national essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines (NEML, NF & STGs)
• Periodically coordinate the review of essential medicines list, national formulary and standard treatment guidelines
• Monitor the compliance and implementation of these treatment guidelines
6. Establish cooperation with other national, regional and international institutions involved in supplying and controlling pharmaceutical products.
• Develop technical cooperation agreement(s), Memorandum that require the country’s engagement.
• Participate in national, regional, and international forum and meetings to promote country’s best practices.
7. Develop legal documents for establishing regulatory framework for traditional and complementary medicine sector
• Initiate the law establishing the law regulating traditional and complementary alternative medicines
• Develop national policy for Traditional and Complementary Medicines
• Develop, Ministerial orders, guidelines and regulations for the better implementation of the Law and the Policy.
• Develop policy strategic plan for easy implementation.
8. Develop a harmonized CPDS governance document for the facilitation of the national functional supply chain
• Plan and coordinate health commodities quantification,
• Supply chain planning and monitoring for an interrupted supply
• Develop governance document and guidelines
9. Coordinate the national pharmaceutical sector stakeholders consultations and engagements and other collaborative initiatives especially in relation to policy, legal and regulatory framework for a better vibrant, owned and a well coordinated sector
• Develop technical documents for stakeholders’ involvements and coordination
• Convene stakeholder’s meetings proper coordination and participation

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, our farmers harvest 50 per cent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for information.

About the Young Professionals Program

One Acre Fund’s Young Professionals Program offers high-performing African graduates meaningful internships and training opportunities at a high-performing, mission-driven organization. Our internships are paid and all interns can expect to receive substantive work assignments working on high-impact projects that support One Acre Fund’s operations.

When joining, interns will participate in an onboarding program and receive training on how to design and execute projects. Throughout your internship, you will get the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals and receive learning opportunities to build strong foundations for your future career.

About the Role

We are looking for a training coordinator with 1 or more years of experience who will oversee the preparation and implementation of the field team onboarding to set them up for success in their positions in a short period and track the professional development knowledge retention to ameliorate the field team professional development training program effectiveness.

• More than 1 year of working experience in a capacity-building-related role.
• This is an office-based role but you will be on the field at least 2 times per month.
• You have to be flexible anytime for some tasks that you could be assigned by your manager.
• You should demonstrate good performance in previous working responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify training needed by new hires.
• Prepare and deliver this training to new hires.
• Build an annual onboarding program and prepare teaching plans.
• Direct structured learning experiences and monitor their quality results.
• Implement the professional development training knowledge retention tracking plan.
• Periodically evaluate ongoing programs to ensure that they reflect any changes.
• Stay abreast of the new trends and tools in employee development.
• Partner management/collaboration (work through others, build trust and partnership)

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we deeply invest in our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training, and regular feedback on your performance. We’ll hold career reviews every one-three months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and gain rewarding technical experience.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 1+ years of experience in capacity building.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Google suites package.
• Basic knowledge in data analysis.
• Adobe suite package.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Rubengera HQ, Rwanda

Benefits

Interns will be provided with a reasonable stipend for the duration of their contract. Rural area-based fellows will be assisted in locating suitable housing.

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Application Deadline

We hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed continuously until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

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About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, our farmers harvest 50 per cent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for information.

About the Young Professionals Program

One Acre Fund’s Young Professionals Program offers high-performing African graduates meaningful internships and training opportunities at a high-performing, mission-driven organization. Our internships are paid and all interns can expect to receive substantive work assignments working on high-impact projects that support One Acre Fund’s operations.

When joining, interns will participate in an onboarding program and receive training on how to design and execute projects. Throughout your internship, you will get the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals and receive learning opportunities to build strong foundations for your future career.

About the Role

We are looking for an infrastructure design intern to assist the Infrastructure Department in the production of architectural designs and the technical illustration of said designs for OAF’s Infrastructure projects to ensure they are delivered on time to implementation teams and the highest standards of quality. This is a paid internship for one year starting November 2022 and you will benefit from mentoring opportunities with an accomplished team.

The infrastructure Department oversees the design, construction and management of construction and maintenance of in-house projects. The department is based in Kigali at the same time serving projects that are in rural areas across the country. You will report directly to the Design Specialist Architect.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all designs and specifications are documented and filed.
• Research Rwanda Building codes and standards and compile the relevant information/resources (including construction techniques, and materials research) to guide the project.
• Collect and ensure design data responds to the environment (including cultural and social context, wind, rain and sun patterns, availability of materials and labour).
• Coordinate the production of drawings and other technical documents to help communicate with the project partners and ensure that implementation follows design.
• Report to the Design Specialist on the progress of production of designs and drawings
• Coordinate with other members of the project team to ensure the architectural design details align with engineering (civil, structural and MEP) details and are both practical and cost-effective
• Work with construction site teams during the design phase to ensure the designs are practical and cost-effective.
• Assist the design team to update designs and drawings to respond to any unexpected situation during construction.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we deeply invest in our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training, and regular feedback on your performance. We’ll hold career reviews every one-three months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and gain rewarding technical experience.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture.
• At least 3 years of proven experience working on architectural design projects
• Experience managing the production of all construction technical documents
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) programs and Rendering engines.
• Fluency in spoken and written Kinyarwanda and English. Knowledge of French will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Suite and Internet and email applications.
• Prove to possess relevant technical skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali/Rubengera, Rwanda.

Benefits

Interns will be provided with a reasonable stipend for the duration of their contract. Rural area-based fellows will be assisted in locating suitable housing.

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Application Deadline

We hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed continuously until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

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About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 per cent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for information.

About the Role

• We’re searching for someone to lead the Seed Innovation Centre which will be located at the Rwanda Institute of Conservation Agriculture.
• You will create a generation of seed professionals and support Rwandan-led seed companies to access proprietary materials – to improve yields for Rwandan farmers and beyond!
• You will be experienced in research and development of seed technology/plant breeding relevant to the region in addition to leading educational programs for professionals.
• You will bring a knowledge of UPOV standards and membership, and a working knowledge of OEDC and ISTA standards as they relate to seed inspection, variety protection and certification.
• Over the next 5 years, you will support Rwandan-led seed companies to grow to reach their full potential through support with their professional capacity building and development of new seed products.
• The contribution to the development of the Rwandan seed industry will create millions of dollars of additional impact for smallholders through greater access to improved seed products.
• You will lead the Seed Innovation Department with the Seed Systems Change Division within our Rwanda program.
• Reporting directly to the Director of Seed Systems Innovation you will manage a USD 7.1M budget for the next 7 years.
• You will grow a team of up to 20 seed trainers and researchers in production, quality control and breeding over the next 2-3 years who will report directly to you.

Responsibilities

• Build a team of seed professionals to support the development of Rwanda seed companies in seed quality control (ISTA standards), field production (OEDC standards) and variety release (UPOV standards) – breeding experience is required though breeding will not be part of the role initially.
• Develop a professional training program targeting young agriculture graduates and experienced seed professionals within Rwanda.
• Lead variety development services – getting access to licensed materials for Rwandan seed companies building on your existing network with the national breeding program at RAB and global CGIAR variety release programs.
• Create a flagship trial site at RICA and expand OAF’s existing trials network to offer DUS and VCU trials to Rwandan and international seed companies.
• Oversee a partnership with the Rwanda inspectorate to help develop a network of private seed inspectors to bolster national seed inspection and certification services.
• Work with government, regulators and private partners to develop a well-published national variety list and protected variety list.
• Develop an ISTA-certified seed quality testing lab at RICA to support seed companies to get access to independent seed quality tests including pathology testing and export permits for certified seeds over the next 3-4 years.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 5+ years of experience in seed product development or breeding space in grain crops (maize, beans, rice, wheat or similar).
• Experience and qualifications in leading university or professional level educational programs
• PhD in plant breeding (or other PhD in agronomy plus years of experience working in plant breeding)
• English and Kinyarwanda required

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali / Busegera, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Application Deadline

29 November 2022

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

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Growth Marketing Lead – Job Description 

In 2035, Africa will have the largest workforce in the world and will need to catalyze transformation by empowering its largest untapped resource – its people. Fueled by this, the African Leadership Group is an ecosystem of institutions with a shared vision to harness Africa’s abundant human capital and transform the continent and the world by selecting, developing, and connecting 2 million young leaders to opportunities by 2030. ALG was founded over 15 years ago by Fred Swaniker, a serial entrepreneur recognized by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people of 2019. ALX and The Room are two brands of the African Leadership Group.

ALX is our training arm, focused on developing skills for the fourth industrial revolution (software engineering, devops, data science, etc.) to ensure that Africa is able to compete effectively as the world undergoes a digital transformation. To cement this, through our legal entity African Leadership International (ALI), we have signed an agreement to acquire Silicon Valley based Holberton Inc. – a project-based, college alternative educating the next generation of software engineers. This will give us ownership of the advanced technology program that will enable us to provide global organizations access to significant untapped pools of talent that can bridge the growing global shortage of technology talent. For more on this, please read this article here.

The Room our talent placement arm, is a community that our young talent joins to access global work opportunities. To learn more about us, please read this article about why we launched The Room & this article about the impact of our development programs on African youth. View this pitch deck to see how we present ourselves to employers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Growth Marketing Lead, you will generate qualified applicants to our training programs. You will do this through online direct response advertising, in-person events and promotions, and partnership development. In addition, recruit students to the training programs, and support the general marketing and communications functions.

You will be responsible for:

• Marketing Strategy: develop innovative strategies to expand our brand awareness across all channels (ads, partnerships, social media, web experiences…). Set clear objectives and goals, define target audiences, optimize spend and track performance. Localize our global strategy to adapt to the needs and behaviors of youth, and build a trusted collaboration with our global marketing function
• Digital marketing: drive online growth marketing campaigns, identify, select and engage external contractor, freelancers and agencies to help us achieve our bold mission. Devise creative ways to expand our reach online through other digital means (content, social media, video…)
• Offline marketing: create and implement strategies to build our brand and generate leads through offline channels (TV, radio…). Plan and manage unique and inspiring in-person experiences that delight our prospects and build buzz about our programs.
• Partnerships: identify, build and manage partnerships with key stakeholders that help us amplify our brand and generate new leads (universities, youth networks, influencers…)
• Martech & Analytics: understand and leverage enterprise sales & marketing technology such as Infusionsoft. Track and analyze key marketing metrics relating to brand, user experience and stakeholder engagement and draw insights to figure out scalable acquisition channels and execute on these to grow the business.

The Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Comms, Marketing or any related; Master’s degree is a plus;
• 5 years of experience or equivalent expertise in B2C & B2B Marketing. Comfortable with leading and devising innovative marketing strategies;
• Experience working for a start-up or similar fast-paced environment, or demonstrated proactivity, resourcefulness and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, flexible, and entrepreneurial environment;
• Strong understanding of the 18th-30th age bracket in your city plus strong knowledge of popular culture, social media and digital amplification, influencer marketing,… demonstrated through experience working with in marketing campaigns targeting youth and/or passion for working with young people;
• Experience identifying, building and managing partnerships is a plus;
• Experience ideating, planning and running branding events is a plus;
• Experience in marketing and recruitment for training programs and/or a top FMCG company is a plus;
• Proficient in English, and Kinyarwanda; French is a plus.

How to Apply

Interested candidates shall click to the “Apply“ button below not later than September 15th, 2022.

Click here to apply

Expansion Lead-Job Description 

In 2035, Africa will have the largest workforce in the world and will need to catalyze transformation by empowering its largest untapped resource – its people. Fueled by this, the African Leadership Group is an ecosystem of institutions with a shared vision to harness Africa’s abundant human capital and transform the continent and the world by selecting, developing, and connecting 2 million young leaders to opportunities by 2030. ALG was founded over 15 years ago by Fred Swaniker, a serial entrepreneur recognized by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people of 2019. ALX and The Room are two brands of the African Leadership Group.

ALX is our training arm, focused on developing skills for the fourth industrial revolution (software engineering, devops, data science, etc.) to ensure that Africa is able to compete effectively as the world undergoes a digital transformation. To cement this, through our legal entity African Leadership International (ALI), we have signed an agreement to acquire Silicon Valley based Holberton Inc. – a project-based, college alternative educating the next generation of software engineers. This will give us ownership of the advanced technology program that will enable us to provide global organizations access to significant untapped pools of talent that can bridge the growing global shortage of technology talent. For more on this, please read this article here.

The Room our talent placement arm, is a community that our young talent joins to access global work opportunities. To learn more about us, please read this article about why we launched The Room & this article about the impact of our development programs on African youth. View this pitch deck to see how we present ourselves to employers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Expansion Lead, your mission is to grow The Room community in your city while driving its commercial success and impact. You will build and oversee a high performing team, run day to day operations, and oversee revenue generation.

You will be responsible for:

• Creating work opportunities for young Africans: You will help to facilitate work opportunities for young Africans in your city by enabling early career top talent to build relationships with mid-career members in The Room and local corporate partners;
• Membership Growth: You will ensure that the community grows, while maintaining its high caliber membership;
• P&L Ownership: You will have full P&L ownership as you grow revenue and manage costs to ensure profitability and sustainability;
• Business Development & partnerships: You will establish strategic partnerships with key stakeholders;
• Setting up a local franchise: You will identify a hospitality partner to host the physical space/member’s club called ‘The Room’ (once your city has a critical mass of members);
• Serving as the local Face of The Room: you will be The Room’s representative in key forums and with local media etc.
• Managing stakeholders: You will build and maintain key stakeholder relationships.
• Driving a culture of execution: You will serve as the custodian of The Room’s entrepreneurial ‘doer’ culture, rolling up your sleeves as a Founder–from engaging with VIPs and celebrities to setting the table for an intimate gathering — no job is out of scope.

The KPIs:

Membership Growth: Measure by monthly new member growth

Customer experience: Measured by member net promoter score

Commercial success: Annual Recurring Revenue, Gross profit

Impact: Number of work opportunities created for young talent

The Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or any related; Master’s degree is a plus;
• 5+ years of experience in management consulting, finance, or operations management;
• 3+ years’ experience building partnerships;
• Entrepreneurial mindset & high level of self-motivation;
• Strong business and financial acumen;
• Strong relationship building skills & stakeholder management;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience building & managing lean, high-performance teams;
• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, highly organized and agile;
• Data-Driven decision making and capable of building financial models;
• Experience community business plus flexibility to travel frequently around your region.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and G-suite, especially Excel;
• Proficient in English, French and Kinyarwanda;

How to Apply

Interested candidates shall click to the “Apply“ button below not later than September 15th, 2022.

Click here to apply

CAREER OPTIONS AFRICA (Rwanda) LTD

www.careeroptionsafricagroup.com

www.hreastafrica.com

VACANCY – HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Career Options Africa Group is a HR Consultancy firm specialized in Recruitment, HR outsourcing and Immigration support within the East African Region with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Burundi. In-order to enhance our operations in Kenya, COA seeks to fill the above position with a suitably qualified and competent HR Professional with experience working in a busy consultancy firm.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; 

1. Develop and maintain overall Human Resource strategy for the business in line with the business strategy
2. Maintaining human resource staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
3. Maintaining the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
4. Processing payroll and ensuring all statutory deductions are remitted on time and payroll reports are well maintained.
5. Maintaining human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records.
6. Maintaining and revising the company’s handbook on policies and procedures.
7. Performance management and employee evaluation.
8. Dealing with employee grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures.
9. Maintaining staff leave balance reports.
10. Reviewing procedures for employee safety, welfare, wellness and health.
11. Analysing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers.
12. Overseeing exit interviews.
13. Supporting the organization’s employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance

QUALIFICATIONS 

The job holder should have the following qualifications;

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management or equivalent relevant field.
2. At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
3. Good understanding and knowledge of Rwanda Labour Laws.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power point). 

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB 

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies;

1. Excellent knowledge of various HR functions such as pay & benefits, recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, training & development
2. Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
3. Great people skills, excellent business acumen, a self-driven and have an outstanding work ethics
4. A very high level of professionalism, integrity, attention to detail and organization are essential for the role.
5. Great communication and presentation skills.

HOW TO APPLY 

Visit www.careeroptionsafricagroup.com and www.hreastafrica.com for more details on this position. Send CV only to Recruitment_rw@careeroptionsafricagroup.com  by 6th September 2022 subject heading, as HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for interview as soon as their CVs are received. Kindly indicate current, last or expected salary in the CV.

Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

KT Rwanda Networks Ltd (KTRN LTD)

KG 7 Avenue, 7th Floor Kigali Heights Building

PO Box 5440, Kigali – Rwanda

Email: recruits@ktrn.rw

JOB ADVERTISEMENT:

Opening date:  September 01, 2022

Closing date:  September 09, 2022

Background:

KT Rwanda Networks, Ltd (“KTRN Ltd”) is a licensed company that has been incorporated under the laws and regulations of the Republic of Rwanda. The company is engaged in the business of providing & installing 4G LTE advanced technology within Rwanda.

In order to effectively accomplish its business objectives, KTRN Ltd is looking for a qualified and competent candidate to fill the vacant position below:

Position: Senior Systems administrator (1)

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor network performance and recommend future adjustments and changes to improve the connectivity across KTRN offices.
• Apply patches, configure security, and handle change control in accordance with best practices,
• Recommend the design and configuration of hardware, operating systems and system applications for all deployments and migrations
• Responsible for disaster and recovery processes, and to recommend changes and improvement
• Monitoring and maintenance of mission critical data backup systems
• Provide guidance and Technical support to KTRN Staff.
• Develop and maintain system specifications for all deployment of base system software and applications
• Conduct analysis and planning of systems infrastructure to address the capacity needs of the business;
• Support the operations of IT infrastructure under strict change control and documentation processes;
• Handle all IT infrastructure outages with proper and timely communications; and follow up with professional incident handling and reporting
• Install and configure new servers in a virtual or physical server infrastructure; and install major systems updates an upgrades

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Competencies required:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related field
2. 5 years of working in IT systems administration role
3. Operating System Administration skills (Linux, Windows both in Physical and Virtual environment)
4. Knowledge of Database and HP 3 PAR storage Administration is an added value
5. Understanding of Virtualization Technology and Cloud computing
6. Advanced interpersonal and communications skills
7. Project management skills
8. Analytical, Planning and organizing skills

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letters accompanied with their CVs and copies of certified Degree(s), Copy of ID, on line addressed to the Human Resources management of KTRN, located at KG 7 Avenue, 7^th Kigali Heights, to the below email: recruits@ktrn.rw

The deadline for submission of applications is scheduled on September, 09^th 2022, 5:00pm.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

KTRN Management

Shortlisted and not Shortlisted Candidates for the Post of Temporary Driver

Rwanda Revenue Authority has the pleasure to inform all candidates who applied for the post of Temporary Driver that shortlisted and not shortlisted candidates are shown below; the written exam for shortlisted candidates is scheduled on 02nd September 2022 at RRA Headquarters’ Auditorium
Kimihurura at 9:00 am

Kanda hano urebe urutonde rwose

EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Patient centered care

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda, “A center of excellence in health service provision, clinical education and research”.  This is an exciting time for King Faisal Hospital Rwanda as we embrace a new strategic direction. The hospital has continued to grow due to its positive reputation for authentic compassionate health care and highly skilled medical practitioners, especially in specialized surgical and medical services.

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda is looking for suitable candidates to fill the roles of the following positions.

How to Apply: 

Join us and take on the challenge to provide Patient Centered Care. Qualified candidates should send their cover letter, curriculum vitae and academic credentials, National ID, Recommendation from previous employer and criminal record to   the above mentioned link by September 7 2022. KFH is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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ZERIHUN ABEBE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Vacancy Announcement:

Monitoring, Reporting, Evaluation and Grants Specialist (MREGS)

BACKGROUND

The Peace Corps is an independent U.S. Government agency that sends American volunteers around the world to aid countries to fulfill their development needs.  The Peace Corps has programs in 65 countries with approximately 7,000 American volunteers of all ages and backgrounds.

The three goals of the Peace Corps are:

• To help the people of interested countries in meeting their needs for trained men and women;

• To help promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of peoples served;
• To help promote a better understanding of other people on the part of Americans.

Peace Corps originally opened its program in Rwanda in 1974, working for 20 years before closing its offices in 1994. It reopened its program in 2008 and Peace Corps Volunteers currently work in Health and TEFL Education, responding directly to the Government of Rwanda’s priorities. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is a team player and self-starter with moral integrity and a spirit of continuous improvement to fill this vacancy.

BASIC FUNCTION 

The Peace Corps recognizes monitoring, reporting, and evaluation (MRE) as a critical area through which we communicate the value of Peace Corps Volunteers’ (PCVs’) work in the communities they serve. Peace Corps partners express increased accountability for results, and Peace Corps staff members need relevant data and tools to strengthen project management and planning. MRE assists Volunteers to measure and understand their value on their project’s technical areas and supports staff in providing Volunteers with feedback on their work. Reporting to the Director of Programming and Training (DPT), the MREGS establishes monitoring systems, leads data collection and analysis, conducts staff development in MRE, conducts PCV trainings in MRE, and provides leadership and coordination for timely and reliable data for analysis and reporting in the agency’s monitoring and evaluation platform using Peace Corps MRE tools.  Equally important in this position is grants management which includes training and supporting Volunteers in completing successful grant projects from application to completion reports; keeping track of all grants and observing projects in the field, completing reports for donors, Peace Corps Washington, and analyzing the information to inform and improve programming and training in PC Rwanda.

Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation

Working in close collaboration with the entire Programming and Training team, coordinates Peace Corps Rwanda’s monitoring and evaluation efforts in order to understand our program impact. Manages, coordinates and collects program data and information from PCVs; conducts evaluation and reflection activities regarding the project and related Peace Corps activities, and writes and contributes reports on projects. The duties include:

• Provide MRE training to Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers, including MRE theory and practice, the use of the Volunteer Reporting and Grants platform, the use of other data collection tools, and data interpretation
• Create or update data collection tools for clear, accurate reporting by PCVs
• Track timeliness, thoroughness and accuracy of PCVs’ quantitative and qualitative data submissions
• Assist programming team with review of PCVs’ VRG submissions, and support them in providing feedback and guidance as needed
• Identify gaps in data collection and communicate directly with the Programming and Training team.
• Conduct periodic site visits to assess, monitor and verify Volunteer record-keeping and data collection in the field.
• Liaise with the programming and training team to review data reporting on each project’s indicators and interpret data as a team.
• Become an expert in relevant reporting tools and mentor other staff and Volunteers on them, particularly the Volunteer Reporting and Grants platform (VRG).
• Take overall responsibility for the VRG, making alterations to frameworks, importing Volunteer reports and producing reports
• Develop and communicate Volunteer reporting timelines and staff feedback schedule for VRGs
• Send VRGs to Volunteers, troubleshoot technical problems and follow up to ensure timely submissions
• Ensure timely, accurate feedback by staff to Volunteers
• Assist staff with data needs for reports, items relevant for periodic and annual reports to comply with special funding needs and Peace Corps headquarters reporting requirements.
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation communities of practice with PC/Washington and Africa Region.
• Contribute to draft documents for the annual Integrated Planning and Budgeting System, Project Status Reviews, Training Status Review, Congressional Reports, Staff Notes, Volunteer Newsletters, and Peace Corps Rwanda Annual Report.

Grants Coordination

The MREGS is responsible for the day-to-day administration of grant projects at Peace Corps Rwanda, and serves as the primary small grants program contact for Volunteers, post staff, Funding Partners/Donors, and Peace Corps/headquarters grants program support staff.

Grants Program Management

• Understand grant program rules and requirements; keep abreast of updates/best practices for grant programs and convey updates to the Small Grants Committee and Volunteers.
• Organize, prepare for and serve as the chair of the Small Grants Committee and identify committee members in relation to grant requests.
• Train Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers in grant writing, application, management,
• Maintain grant funding files, including proposals, committee feedback, and final reports

• Provide support to Country Director (CD) and DPT in determining funding needs and negotiating new funds; provide input on funding needs based on remaining carryover funds and spending patterns.

Funding Partners/Donors

• Serve as day-to-day liaison with in-country funding partners (USAID or other) regarding ongoing grant program operations as delegated by the CD
• Support DPT/CD in drafting regular reports to USAID or other funding partners.

Financial Management

• Track grant spending and available funds by grant program and by funding areas (e.g., by SPA program element) in collaboration with Administrative unit
• Ensure financial processing of approved grants in collaboration with administrative unit
• Ensure that funds are available in the proper funding source (including proper program element for SPA) prior to recommending approval of grants.

Project Design, Review, Approval & Implementation

• Understand Project Design and Management (PDM) tools and ensure post consistency
• Prepare and communicate to staff and PCVs post-specific policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with PC issued guidance.
• Provide Volunteers with feedback on applications submitted for approval
• Communicate potential activities and prohibited activities

• Receive grant applications (e.g., SPA and PCPP) from Volunteers, provide the first review of all grant proposals to ensure they are complete, and disseminate to Small Grants Committee members and appropriate PMs
• Communicate feedback from the committee to the PCV and support revision of proposals as necessary; coordinate the approval process to include identification of the proper funding codes.

Project Tracking and Monitoring

• Track the status of all SPA-funded ongoing projects conducted by both PCVs and staff
• Provide status updates to the CD, DPT, post staff, and relevant Peace Corps/headquarters staff.
• Conduct periodic site visits to provide personal and technical support and verification of grant funded projects and results, as well as to track status of grants, and write project summaries after visiting SPA projects. Where appropriate, develop success stories using the USAID template for distribution to share with USAID.

Project Reporting and Closeout

• Ensure that grant completion reports meet all Small Grants Program guidelines when a Volunteer finishes the completion report.

• Provide regular updates on small grants to Peace Corps Headquarters, USAID or other donors
• Work with the Volunteer sponsor to report to the relevant Peace Corps/headquarters office, if a project is to be canceled, transferred, or amended
• Compile best practices to be used in future program planning

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge:  Knowledge of databases (i.e. Access/Excel, and other data analysis software packages); Experience Q/A of large data sets.  Experience presenting findings based on data, and training others on data collection and use.  Proficiency in developing reports, using multiple reporting tools, and advising on data interpretation.  Excellent communication skills across both supervisors and subordinates.  Experience working with a volunteer organization.

Abilities and Skills: 

• Knowledge of office administrative procedures, modern office technologies, working relationships in a multicultural setting, professional communication standards and protocols; Ability to work under pressure and respond to a wide variety of inquiries.
• Pass a Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and/or Outlook proficiency test
• Demonstrate the ability to draft a clear, concise memo related to Grants and/ or MRE.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze a complex data set and prepare a written summary.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in project management and evaluation, international development, social sciences, or relevant field required. Master’s degree in Evaluation, Program Management, International Development, Social Sciences or related field preferred.

Language Proficiency

English fluency (speaking, reading and writing) is required.

Professional Experience

A minimum of three (5) years’ experience in Project Management, Grants Management, and/or Monitoring and Evaluation including at least one year with any International Organization (IO) or International Non-Governmental Project (INGP) required. Work experience in supporting programming, training, and volunteer programs.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit via email ONLY CV/resume and a cover letter to the “Apply” button bellow not later than by September 14, 2022.

The title of the position should be clearly marked in the subject line of the email message. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Peace Corps is an equal opportunity agency.

Click here to apply

Vacancy Announcement:

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR 

BACKGROUND

The Peace Corps is an independent U.S. Government agency that sends American volunteers around the world to aid countries to fulfill their development needs.  The Peace Corps has programs in 65 countries with approximately 7,000 American volunteers of all ages and backgrounds.

The three goals of the Peace Corps are:

• To help the people of interested countries in meeting their needs for trained men and women;

• To help promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of peoples served;
• To help promote a better understanding of other people on the part of Americans.

Peace Corps originally opened its program in Rwanda in 1974, working for 20 years before closing its offices in 1994. It reopened its program in 2008 and Peace Corps Volunteers currently work in Health and TEFL Education, responding directly to the Government of Rwanda’s priorities. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is a team player and self-starter with moral integrity and a spirit of continuous improvement to fill this vacancy.

The Communications Coordinator reports directly to the Country Director and is responsible for raising awareness about Volunteers’ success working in collaboration with their communities to address needs identified by the Government of Rwanda and host communities in the areas of Education and Health.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic

• Information technology skills and a keen interest in learning more about IT systems.
• Excellent English language skills – writing, reading, and speaking.
• Three or more years’ experience in communications and marketing with tangible examples of high impact multi-media content – including social media platforms
• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field;

Required:

• The Communications Coordinator will develop an excellent understanding of Peace Corps’ mission, goals, and program – both globally and in the context of Rwanda.  He/she needs to be capable of effectively using a wide range of social media platforms, basic publishing tools/programs, and basic photography and video tools/practices.  The Communications Coordinator also must have experience with successful communications and marketing, and a demonstrated ability to create or enhance the positive awareness of an organization to diverse audiences via a variety of communications channels.  Based in Peace Corps Rwanda Kigali office, but will need to travel to the field to gather stories and photos.

Qualifications

• Backup IT Specialist at PC Rwanda (10% time during the week, 50% time when IT Specialist is out of the office)
• Familiarity with GIS and computer mapping.
• Technical ability to exploit the full capacities of electronic media for assembling, organizing and managing information.
• Manage media submissions from staff and Volunteers
• Website design and maintenance, for example a portal for Volunteer/staff communication
• Experience with media and communications, including photography and video production. Ability to deliver a complete and polished product
• Knowledge of software applications appropriate for media and communications are current and skills at an intermediate level of proficiency (examples: design and photo-editing software, social media applications, etc.)
• Manage website and social media components of communications strategy/plan

Technical Responsibilities

• Drafts press releases and informational notices in Kinyarwanda and English for review by the Country Director; disseminates approved press releases and notices to media and partner agencies as appropriate
• Capable of representing Peace Corps competently to Rwandan national and local authorities, academic and non-governmental organizations, the media, Volunteers and the public.
• Ensure that Government of Rwanda and Local Officials are informed, and approvals obtained if required, when asset gathering activities are undertaken
• Work with staff, Volunteers, Partners, and Peace Corps External Affairs, to design, develop and publish compelling content regarding Volunteer work
• Coordinate appropriately with the US Mission Public Affairs Office to amplify Peace Corps Rwanda’s work via Embassy social media;

Relationship Management and Influence

• Drafts, edits and formats quarterly updates and annual reports in English and Kinyarwanda and assures that these reports are developed, printed and distributed on time; uses Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Publisher and other relevant software to create reports, brochures, videos, logos, and so on in collaboration with the Monitoring, Reporting Evaluation & Grants Specialist
• Plan and execute diverse and complex events
• Plan and implement public outreach efforts, including public speaking appearances, press briefings and special events
• Create compelling case studies and stories highlighting Peace Corps collaboration with our NGO partners, and Rwandan counterparts and communities.
• Develop and disseminate via any/ all relevant channels compelling content regarding Volunteers’ work with their communities and counterparts;
• Design and publish annual reports – soft and hard copies – targeting Rwandan partners.
• Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Negotiate, implement, manage, and evaluate media placements
• Manage content and platforms (on-line, print, radio, etc.) to effectively reach all diverse stakeholder groups: Communities in which we serve, Government of Rwanda, Local Non-Governmental Organizations/Embassies, Rwandan citizens, Staff, current and former Volunteers, and constituencies in the U.S including the general public, policy-makers, influencers, Peace Corps headquarters to tell the Peace Corps Rwanda story and to satisfy Peace Corps’ Second and Third Goals.

Project Management 

• Work with other Peace Corps Africa Posts to incorporate best practices and new strategy elements for PC Rwanda
• Screen Peace Corps Trainees/Volunteers (PCT/V) Social Media posts to ensure that content is in compliance with Peace Corps’ global social media guidance, and is respectful of the Rwandan government and people.
• Maintain current knowledge of communications and public relations in the context of Rwanda.
• Effectively communicate and work productively with Volunteers, staff, and other stakeholders of all ages and capacities and people of diverse cultures.
• Maintain familiarity with a wide range of issues relating to management of Peace Corps Rwanda, including an in-depth understanding of the organization’s strategic direction.
• Create and implement a comprehensive communication strategy and plan for Peace Corps Rwanda.
• Knowledge of Kinyarwanda;
• Experience with international community development efforts.
• Experience working in an inter-cultural environment to meet complex goals and objectives in a timely manner.

Abilities and Skills: 

1. Research, write, develop and publish content across different media
2. Work both independently and as member of a team in an inter-cultural organization to provide deliverables in a timely manner
3. Communicate effectively with diverse colleagues.

Short-listed candidates will be required to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities described above in a proficiency test.  Examples include:

• Pass a Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and/or Outlook proficiency test
• Demonstrate the ability to draft a clear, concise memo
• Demonstrate the ability to create a social media post

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit via email ONLY CV/resume and a cover letter to the “Apply” button bellow not later than by September 14, 2022.

The title of the position should be clearly marked in the subject line of the email message. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Peace Corps is an equal opportunity agency.

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