Human Resources Manager Job Opportunity

Urwego Bank Plc is dedicated to providing financial services to the people of Rwanda. Motivated by Jesus Christ’s call to serve those in need. Its mission is to achieve economic and spiritual transformation in the lives of underserved, using financial services and tested trainings as we share Jesus Christ’s love. Urwego Bank wishes to recruit (1) qualified, competent, committed and proactive Human Resources (HR) Manager to oversee the Human Resources Department of Urwego bank Plc. 

Job Title:  HR Manager

Department:  Corporate Services

Reporting to: Director of Corporate Services

Directly Supervises HR officers

Location: Kigali.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The HR Manager provides overall leadership and direction to the Human Resources function and activities and ensures that these are effectively and efficiently managed to deliver high-quality HR support services, enabling the Bank to accomplish its mission.

JOB SUMMARY

To provide professional HR guidance and expertise to Management Team and Urwego in general and to ensure compliance with all internal controls and local employment and labor regulatory policies, procedures and practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote and fulfill the mission of Urwego Bank.
• Set a precedent among the staff through personal example for healthy discipleship and Christian character.
• Develop and implement HR business plan, goals, and budget for HR functions and activities in-line with overall corporate objectives.

HR DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT

• Manage the day-to-day HR functions and activities and resolve any arising conflicts.
• Implement clear HR organizational structure and job descriptions including roles and responsibilities.
• Evaluate, monitor, and control HR performance against agreed upon performance standards and take corrective action against significant deviations.
• Direct and lead HR support staff, including recruitment, development, and performance assessment.
• Encourage teamwork and the sharing of best practices amongst all HR staff.
• Liaise with the Staff Development manager to ensure that staff are adequately trained.

RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING.

• Ensure Urwego’s recruitment needs are met in a timely way.
• Develop and lead transparent, constructive, and effective recruitment processes that result in mission-aligned, motivated, and capable staff filling all open positions.
• Ensure effective onboarding of all new staff, including training in Urwego’s mission and culture as well as the competencies required to fulfil his/her role.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND EVALUATION

• Maintain a consistent fair and transparent performance management process that motivates high performers and removes low performing staff in a healthy fashion.
• Develop and implement an appropriate performance evaluation form and system.
• Assist Management Team in setting up of annual performance targets for all staff.
• Support Management in monitoring and controlling performance against agreed performance standards, in taking corrective action against significant deviations, and in recognizing and rewarding staff who meet or exceed performance standards.
• Administer annual and semi-annual performance review process, holding Management accountable for timely completion of requirements and collating, analyzing, and reporting results to Management, recommending follow-up actions where necessary.
• Assist Management to promote and increase the responsibilities of staff in-line with performance and potential.
• Assist Management to administer performance corrective actions and sanctions as necessary including probations, PIPs, warnings, confirmations, etc., tracking all such corrective actions to ensure compliance with Labor Laws and accountability for Management.
• Ensure Labor Laws are closely followed and all administrative procedures are followed when dismissing staff due to Gross Negligence, Fraud, or consistent Underperformance.

HR ADMINISTRATION  

• Supervise HR administration functions including salary and benefits.
• Conduct cost/benefit analyses as-needed to assist Management in choosing the best option for benefits, types of contracts, etc.
• Monitor and report status of overall headcount budget and staff-related indirect and direct costs and take corrective action on negative variances including payroll, overtime, leave, pension, medical, relocation, and training/development.
• Monitor annual leave and ensure that staff take leave (and are able to take) the leave that is due to them.
• Facilitate and track all staff movement details such as new hires, transfers, contract renewals, resignations, dismissals, leave entitlements, etc.
• Administer Staff Loan program, ensuring all policies and procedures are adhered to and the Staff Loan portfolio has no PAR related to administrative gaps.
  
  
  

STRATEGY

• Work with the executive team to establish strategies for effectively managing staff and keep them engaged and committed to achieving the mission of the Bank.
• Promote a spirit of ownership and belonging – family rather than a workplace environment.
• Encourage a flat rather than a vertical relational hierarchy with the Bank structures.

POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANAGEMENT

• Maintain up-to-date HR policy and procedure manuals and ensure full awareness of these documents by all staff.

REGULATORY ALIGNMENT

• Ensure total compliance with local employment and labor laws, regulations in place, policies, procedures and practices.

STAKEHOLDER AND PARTNER RELATIONSHIPS

• Ensure that there is regular flow of communication with the Head of HR at HOPE International.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Personal confession of Christian faith and commitment to the mission of Urwego Bank;
• Bachelor’s degree in Human resources management, business, economics and or related field;
• 5 or more years of experience in Human resource work, microfinance, international banking or financial services sector.
• 5 years of management / leadership experience;
• Strong organizational skills, including effective time management and prioritization of competing demands/multiple deadlines;
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking skills;
• Excellent written, verbal and computer-based communication and presentation skills;
• Excellent cross-cultural listening, communication and leadership skills;
• Demonstrated capacity to motivate, develop and lead others in a diverse and geographically distributed context;
• Advanced computer skills; and
• Strong English and Kinyarwanda language skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Achievement Orientation – Set and meet aggressive commitments for self and others.  Overcomes obstacles and accepts responsibility.

• Customer Orientation – Embodies a strong customer orientation and seeks new and better ways to serve end clients.

• Good Communicator – Communicates well, both verbally and in writing.  Effectively conveys and shares information with others. Presents ideas clearly and concisely.

• Interpersonal Skills – Maintains positive working relationships with individuals and teams at all levels of the organization.

• Leadership Skills – Creates a culture of continuous development where employees feel ownership in what they do and continually improve themselves and the business.

• Critical Judgment and Decision-Making – Define issues and focus on achieving workable solutions to obstacles.  Make sensible decisions on the basis of analysis and experience.

• Commitment – Commitment to the mission, values and Christian motivation of the organization.
  
  
  

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Please send your complete application in a single file attachment on the following email UrwegoHR@urwegobank.com (please indicate in the subject application, HR Manager Position)
• Motivation/application letter explaining your suitability for the HR Manager staff position

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Notarized copies of academic documents.
• 2 referees that are not blood relatives with their full address/contact.
• Recommendation from your church leader – Pastor, issued within the 6 months period.
• Statement of Faith.
• Copy of your National ID.
• Criminal Record form from Irembo

Deadline for application: Friday 27th May. 2022 before 5 PM

Only shortlisted Candidates shall be contacted for the test and interview.

Thank you

Urwego Bank PLC 

Management.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position: Department of Computer Sciences

Available Positions

Three (3) Ph.D. holders in Computers Science Software Engineering, One (1) Ph.D. holder in Library management, and Three (3) Master’s holders in Information Science and Library Management.

Minimum job requirements

1. A Ph.D./Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, information systems with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in software development, technology solution development;
2. Candidates should have among others competence and knowledge, in web and apps development using Java, Python, JavaScript, PHP, and SQL BASED databases (MariaDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra) and General programming (C, C++, C# and Java); with also knowledge in networking technologies, servers such as Linux and Windows 2012;
3. Strong in electronic systems, embedded firmware, and hardware development, security for pervasive computing, including wireless sensor networks, cloud, edge, and fog computing, energy efficiency, and security for IoT devices as well as;
4. Strong in IoT/Cloud development, data visualization, and Image processing.
5. Must be ethical with good moral values, tolerant, clear understanding of pedagogy teaching proficiencies, ready to nurture high-school students into responsible citizens;
6. While applying, submit the signed recommendation of an accomplished job/activity/task of designing and developing a large and complex system/application with a URI, address to access that live system;
7. Provide evidence of a published research paper related to software development;
8. Should be proficient in the English language with strong writing, listening, reading, and communication skills.
   
   
   

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

Vice-Chancellor

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position : Department of Architecture

Available Positions

Senior Lecturers (1), Lecturers (2) & Assistant Lecturers (1).

Minimum job requirements

• Ph.D. in Architecture or related areas such as Urban Planning, Landscape Design;

• Must be holding a Master’s Degree in Architecture, or related areas such as Urban Planning, and Landscape Design. Candidates with numerous publications will be an advantage;

• Submit an updated architectural portfolio of exceptional quality;

• Scrupulous approach to Architectural Design;

• Wistfulness’s of current Architectural thinking at the international level;

• Proven track of teaching experience, at least 2-3 years;

• Excellent Written and Spoken English.

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

Vice-Chancellor

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position: Department of Civil Engineering

Available Positions 

Two (2) positions.

Minimum job requirements

1. A Ph.D. / Master’s degree in Engineering Hydrology, Hydraulics, Environmental Engineering with a background in Civil Engineering, Water Treatment & Drainage Design, Water Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation & Highway Engineering with a background in Civil Engineering, Road/Transport Planning & Design, and other related domains with a background in Civil Engineering;
2. Ability to work well with a diverse population of people and independently;
3. Having a solid background in research-proven by published papers in national and international academic journals;
4. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and ability to develop creative future approaches to learning support;
5. Availability for direct appointment as full-time staff.

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

Vice-Chancellor

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position: Department of Biomedical Laboratory Sciences (BLS)

Available Positions

Four (4) positions.

Minimum job requirements

1. A Ph.D. degree / MSc in Biomedical Sciences and Specialized in Histopathology / Histotechnology, Chemical Pathology, Medical / Clinical Microbiology, and Hematology;
2. A Biomedical Sciences degree at the undergraduate level will be an advantage;
3. Ability to work well with a diverse population of people and independently;
4. Possession of a RAHPC License is a must;
5. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and ability to develop creative future approaches to learning support;
6. Availability for direct appointment as full-time staff.

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

Vice-Chancellor

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position:  Director of Research and Consultancy

Available Positions

One (1) position.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Director of Research and Consultancy will be responsible for providing research leadership, including among others the following:

1. Promoting and facilitating the leading-edge research, namely collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the mission and vision of INES-Ruhengeri;
2. Building, and providing sufficient support for, a community of innovative researchers to enhance research capacity at INES-Ruhengeri and to increase internal and external research opportunities for faculties, departments, unities, services, and students;
3. Developing mutually beneficial linkages with industry to develop partnerships and collaborative research, and developing networks between INES-Ruhengeri and researchers in the field, being the public and private sectors, locally, nationally, and internationally;
4. Developing strong linkages with appropriate academic departments and units through mounting research opportunities, students’ recruitment and retention, advancing curriculum, etc.
5. Interconnecting INES-Ruhengeri to the community concerning research initiatives of mutual benefit;
6. Keeping the management of INES-Ruhengeri informed on national and international opportunities relevant to research and consultancy and taking the lead in discussion in the institutions on proposals for developments in these areas;
7. Transferring knowledge to society through outreach (collaborative research; seminars; workshops; lectures; websites; publications) and, where applicable, through technology transfer;
   
   
   
   

The Director of Research and Consultancy will also be responsible for providing administrative leadership, including among others the following:

1. Leading strategic planning for the Directorate of Research and Consultancy to ensure that the Directorate’s objectives are aligned with the Strategic Plan objectives of INES-Ruhengeri;
2. Overseeing the proper discharge of administrative duties of the Directorate of Research and Consultancy including supervising personnel, financial management, and operations;
3. Organize and supervise/coordinate research and consultancy teams;
4. Ensuring a good working atmosphere in the Directorate while managing the research plan effectively and efficiently, ensuring that accepted standards of research and ethical behavior are met;
5. Oversighting the preparation of bids for research funding and tenders for consultancy by the staff of INES-Ruhengeri, ensuring that appropriate advice has been taken from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Administration and Finance on costing;
6. Disseminating research findings, and offering lessons learned in communities by interacting with other stakeholders; promoting and organizing conferences, seminars, and study trips for the INES-Ruhengeri community and/or for other partners;
7. Drafting and revising policies relating to research and consultancy as requested by the Vice-Chancellor of Academics and Research and ensuring the dissemination within INES-Ruhengeri of all policies, procedures, and practices to research and consultancy;
8. Reporting the updated inventory of ongoing research and consultancy activities, ensuring the regular and the quality publication of INES-Ruhengeri Scientific Journal, and preparing the permanent report on all research and consultancy activities of INES-Ruhengeri;
9. Making a follow up on research and consultancy related Memoranda of Understanding with partners for smooth implementation and report on their progress;
10. Enhancing the reputation and visibility of INES-Ruhengeri by undertaking quality research and communicating that research to the society; and encouraging and supporting the raising of funds for research conducted by the INES-Ruhengeri community
    
    
    

Minimum Job requirements

1. Being at least a Senior Lecturer, a Lecturer with a proven experience, a Senior Researcher with a Ph.D. degree in one of the science domains taught at INES-Ruhengeri;
2. Significant research experience is proven by employment background, education, training, and social service data;
3. Proof of having the involvement in winning research project; proof of having conducted relevant consultant activities;
4. Proven record of excellence in research, consultancy, and capacity for initiating, maintaining, and completing complex research and consultancy projects.
5. Significant experience in leading research teams, supervising research staff, and/or experience working in organizations conducting large-scale research and program evaluations, especially those involving individuals across a range of fields and disciplines.
6. Proven experience in collaboration with international bodies/research organizations

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport, certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ruhengeri Institute of Higher Education (INES-Ruhengeri) is calling for applications for the following vacant position:

Position:  Director of the ICT Department

Available Positions

One (1) position.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Managing the all-in-one web and mobile application platform for the day-to-day management of the institution in terms of data analytics, automation, visualization, and integration;
2. Conducting studies and updating knowledge of existing and especially newly introduced systems, products, services, hardware, and software;
3. Coordinating and making available online platforms, instruments, and software to run, manage and evaluate existing programs, projects, reports, statistics, secure payments, and databases;
4. Empowering and encouraging students and staff to become familiar with e-learning and access the entire digital transformation process and improve and take advantage of intelligent access to campus information;
5. Strengthening the campus security system and digitalization of para-academic activities, virtual learning, e-learning, and blended learning system;
6. Participating in technical forums and development and maintenance of good relationships with technicians from partner institutions.
7. Providing timely and regular reports on the strategic planning to achieve institutional goals and objectives.
8. Fulfilling the workload of 300 face-to-face hours per academic year.
9. Assuming any other tasks requested by the management of the institution.
   
   
   

Minimum Job Requirements

1. A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in software development, technology solution development, and computer domains with a proven track of experience in the field;
2. Proven competency and knowledge, in web and apps development using Java, Python, JavaScript, PHP, and SQL BASED databases (MariaDB„ PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra) and General programming (C, C++, C# and Java); with also knowledge in networking technologies, servers such as Linux and Windows 2012;
3. Ability and independence to work well with a diverse population of people;
4. Solid background in research-proven by published papers in national and international academic journals;
5. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and ability to develop creative future approaches to learning support;
6. Availability for direct appointment as full-time staff.

HOW TO APPLY

Detailed Curriculum Vitae with proof of required working experience, certified copies of the degrees, a copy of national identity card or passport,certificates, and any other useful documents with an application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of INES-Ruhengeri should be submitted electronically via info@ines.ac.rw with a copy to hr@ines.ac.rw or physically via the Central Secretariat of INES-Ruhengeri not later than Friday, May 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via the website of INES-Ruhengeri (www.ines.ac.rw).

Done at Musanze on April 25, 2022.

Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien

Vice-Chancellor

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.

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.

Job Description

– Implement good governance and specific programs & strategies at Sector level and consolidate data/reports thereof emanating from Cells;
– Monitor the functioning of the good governance and specific programs service at the Sector level and organize programs aimed at improving good governance
– Organize and conduct campaigns meant to raise local population awareness on the importance of good governance and specific programs;
– Receive, channel and follow-up on population complains and grievances;
– Monitor Abunzi activities and strengthen them through capacity building;
– Prepare and monitor umuganda activities in the Sector and consolidate reports thereof from Cells;
– Analyse and exploit all reports of the Cell Councils with the intent to identify issues which need the Sector Council’s attention.

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.

Job Description

– Monitor on a daily basis revenue deposits on the account of the District and proceed to a daily bank reconciliation, register the amount collected into the receipt books and keep books of revenues account;
– Consolidate revenue deposit bank slips, produce daily banking reconciliation sheet and submit progress reports vis-à-is locally set revenue targets to the Director of finances;
– Produce complete, accurate and timely revenue financial reports and statements within mandatory deadlines and reconcile all revenues and transfers to the District;
– Monitor, on a regular basis, if taxpayer databases are maintained and updated by the District;
– Facilitate internal and external Audit exercises for revenue accounts.

NB: Professional Qualification recognized by IFAC (ACCA, CPA) is added value

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

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Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

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Bachelor’s Degree in Management with specialization in Finance/Accounting

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Competency and Key Technical Skills
Integrity

Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

Inclusiveness

Accountability

Communication

Teamwork

Client/citizen focus

Professionalism

Commitment to continuous learning

Judgment & Decision making skills

Knowledge of cost analysis techniques

Communication skills

Time management skills

• Knowledge to analyse complex financial information & Produce reports

• Deep understanding of financial accounts;

Planning and organisational skills

Flexibility Skills

High analytical Skills

Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

Interpersonal skills;

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Job Description

– Supervise land valuation exercises and ensure expropriation is done in a strict compliance with applicable laws, policies and regulations;
– Monitor and approve activities pertaining to valuation of land;
– Provide technical advice to the institution regarding the process of land expropriation for public use;
– Maintain an updated database of any land property expropriated by the District.

Job Description

– Prepare the guidelines for local budgeting and ensure their coherence with those issued by the responsible institution at central level;
– Assist various units in the annual budget preparation and review process;
– Compile budget requests from units and produce a consolidated budget draft for the institution and enter it into the appropriate software (SMART IFMS, etc.);
– Prepare and consolidate monthly and quarterly cash flow plan from the units, consolidate budget requests, make regular budget commitments and timely prepare payment orders;
– Prepare monthly and quarterly budget execution reports and work hand in hand with the Accountant to produce periodical financial statements.

Job Description

– Manage the District’s facilities on daily basis and monitor the management of autonomous agency facilities to ensure that they are well looked after and timely maintained;
– Identify, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, public infrastructure management needs and report to relevant authorities;
– Serve as a focal point and supervise any public property management agent contracted by the District.

Job Description

– Conduct inspection of all buildings to check their compliance with master plan designs, construction permits, house occupation permits, zoning guidelines and any other applicable laws, policies and regulations regarding Building Construction;
– Conduct, in collaboration with Construction Permitting Officer, site visits prior to the issuance of land deeds, construction and house occupation permits and report to relevant officials and stakeholders any non-compliant structure and advise on necessary measures to take;
– Supervise the demolition of illegal and non-compliant structures.

Kanda kumwanya wifuza kureba:

1. Programme Coordinator and M &E at Rwanda Bridges to Justice : Deadline: 27-05-2022
2. Legal program Assistant at Rwanda Bridges to Justice : Deadline: 27-05-2022
3. Financial Planning and Reporting Coordinator at Rwanda Bridges to Justice : Deadline: 27-05-2022

VACANCY 

Job profile

Candidate profile

Questions / clarifications

Approved Draft of the Programme Coordinator and M &E Advert to be posted on Jobs in Rwanda.

ABOUT RWANDA BRIDGES TO JUSTICE (RBJ)

Rwanda Bridges to Justice (RBJ) is a local non-profit organization registered with Rwanda Governance Board. Using a neutral, and collaborative approach, we work to strengthen justice institutions and improve Rule of Law through enabling Access to Justice. Specifically, we work to guarantee the basic legal rights of ordinary individuals in Rwanda.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Programme Coordinator and M &E

One (1) position is available at RBJ.

Duties:

Manage all aspects of the implementation of the RBJ programmes that include but are not limited to:

Ensure coherence of programme activities with Rwanda Bridges to Justice Response Strategy

• Link programme activities to the organization’s global strategy;
• Responsible for successful project implementation with high-quality standards as per the project objectives and country strategy
• Ensure that programme activities contribute to RBJ programme and advocacy priorities
• Identify and build links with other programme sectors, ensuring that issues that relate to RBJ initiatives are raised and addressed

Ensure programme activities in the operational area are well managed and monitored to fulfill the requirements of approved Rwanda Bridges to Justice Thematic quality standards and Annual Operational Plans.

• Lead the development of a comprehensive implementation strategy with clear benchmark indicators and work plans.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quarterly, monthly and weekly activity plans to achieve expected results ensuring quality compliance. This includes planning of activities, budgets, and procurement.
• Work with staff to ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, and documentation of programme activities.
• Produce timely reports, and assure that quality weekly, monthly, quarterly, and other reports including all required reports to the donor agencies are developed and submitted in accordance with agreed donors’/members schedules;
• Participate in program proposal processes and ensure that all programs’ processes in accordance with grant agreements, are completed within time and on budget;
• Oversee and ensure effective budget management through monitoring of budget Vis-a- Vis actual spending linked to the detailed implementation plan and the procurement plan.
• Highlight and follow up on capacity assessment and capacity building plans to ensure quality programming;
• Coordinate with Humanitarian Support Service and Supply Chain departments to ensure effective use and delivery of RBJ resources.
• Work very closely with various respective technical specialists based at the Office for proper programs integration and coordination;
• Support the project implementation by ensuring gender, age, disability and inclusive approaches at all levels.
• Work very closely with various respective technical specialists based at the Country Office for proper programs integration and coordination;

Overall management responsibility for all RBJ Volunteer staff.

• Lead and motivate the team to ensure effective implementation of program activities, including by providing technical support to ensure program quality
• Ensure there are regular staff team meetings
• Ensure key problems are brought to the attention of the Manager for discussion and review
• Monitor and support Volunteer staff in implementing the project management systems and guidelines to ensure the smooth implementation of approved activities.
• Ensure appropriate induction, training and follow-up in grants/financial management, logistics and security guidelines, monitoring and evaluation procedures and guidelines.

Capacity building and technical guidance on program implementation

• Make visits to the filed for program implementation;
• Assist the Team leaders and the Team in identifying technical support required from technical support staff in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programme activities.
• Liaise with key departments in the Country, region, and in member offices on technical issues to ensure adherence to best practice approach for implementing of RBJ activities.
• Identify, analyze and engage in advocacy opportunities to influence key donors’ plans and policies to promote attention to and sufficient resources for awareness-raising on the RBJ activities;
• Participate in mid-term or final evaluations and ensure lessons contribute to the development of future RBJ program work.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning / Research

• Together with the team provide programmatic inputs for the development of the ToRs, review ToRs of evaluations/baseline studies which include background information and scope of work and proposed methodology;
• Review accountability to beneficiary’s data and reports and provide technical support to the implementation team and use key learning from accountability system for program development, planning, improvement, and implementation;

Program relations and development 

• Manage performance of direct reports in the work area through:
• Effective use of the Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measurable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews, and fair and unbiased evaluations;
• Build the capacity of staff to monitor or manage grants and awards as well as understand and implement compliance requirements from donors, and/or the Government of Rwanda.
• Maintain clear communication with both the functional (direct) line manager, donor, and the technical manager to foster a smooth working relation under the existing matrix structure.

RBJ representation, Coordination in both in internal and external activities

• Regularly coordinate and collaborate with the team to strengthen programming and impact for the beneficiaries;
• Engage local authorities and make sure that RBJ is considered one of the preferred partners that supports our program line of implementation;
• Coordinate and ensure relevant information from interagency, coordination, sector, working group meetings are timely shared to a concerned staff, program area level.
• Coordinate effectively with volunteers, Donors, stakeholders, and other implementing partners to ensure our cause is advocated for and influenced at all levels.
• As necessary, participate in and strengthen interagency coordination on activities implemented through close liaison with other partners, and other stakeholders.
• Close monitoring of developments around the program activities, and provision of strategic advice to the response and the team leadership on RBJ’s programming and response options.
• Forster effective working relationships with all key external personnel mentioned above
• Work in close coordination with volunteers and implementing partners to ensure a response to beneficiaries is provided in a holistic manner.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling RBJ values;
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same;
• Widely shares their personal vision for RBJ, engages and motivates others

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters;
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength;
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity
• Always acts in the best interests of the beneficiaries

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• University degree in relevant fields preferably Project Management, International Relations, Law, a masters in any of the mentioned fields is an added advantage;
• Previous exposure to similar or RBJ project management methodology would be an added advantage;
• Understanding of similar or RBJ’s administrative and operations management structures;
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills;
• Proven project management skills;
• Report writing skills in English;

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience and the number of tasks to be taken on.

How to Apply:

Please email your application with a CV and cover letter (one page maximum for each) highlighting your key skills, supporting documents and your availability to rbj.humanresourceteam@gmail.com cc. rwandabridgestojustice@gmail.com by the 27^th   of May 2022 at 15:30hrs Rwandan time in Doc or Pdf Format marking that you are “Applying for the Programme Coordinator and M &E Role with RBJ” in capital letters.

The Cover letter should be addressed to:

The Head of Human resource

Rwanda Bridges to Justice

P.O. Box 6607

Century Park, Kigali-Rwanda

Suitable applicants will be contacted by Rwanda Bridges to Justice for an interview. Application that does not follow the instructions given or are incomplete will not be considered.

GENDER EQUALITY

As a non-governmental organization, RBJ strives to respect and promote gender equality in all aspects of our work and we thus encourage female candidates to apply.

Approved Draft of the Legal program Assistant Advert to be posted on Jobs in Rwanda.

ABOUT RWANDA BRIDGES TO JUSTICE (RBJ)

Rwanda Bridges to Justice (RBJ) is a local non-profit organization registered with Rwanda Governance Board. Using a neutral, and collaborative approach, we work to strengthen justice institutions and improve Rule of Law through enabling Access to Justice. Specifically, we work to guarantee the basic legal rights of ordinary individuals in Rwanda.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Legal program Assistant

One (1) position is available at RBJ.

Assistant

• Assist with organising of events and making activity reports
• Assist with guiding volunteers in conducting different activities of RBJ
• Assist with events planning, logistics and coordination
• Sending invites to participants and making & producing activity materials
• Arranging internal meetings with volunteers.
• Providing Support to Volunteers.
• Providing support on any longer-term project activities
• Such other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time
• Managing of the data in relation to activities implemented by RBJ.
• Operate and assist volunteer in the use of the JusticeHub application
• Manage RBJ social media accounts.

Coordinator

• Creating new and active groups in relation to the activities being implemented.
• Managing and leading volunteer groups and local activists.
• Researching and analysing key locations for possible community engagement.
• Holding meetings and events designed to engage with the local community, leading and chairing meetings as required.
• Supporting the Organisers with sourcing activity related items and budget management
• Maintaining social media channels.
• Monitoring and recording output metrics and measuring impact within an agreed monitoring, evaluation and learning framework and collaborating with working group colleagues as required.
• Maintaining a volunteer database, ensuring RBJ compliancy.
• Administrative and coordination support to the team

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Assistant

Essential

• Strong organisational skills, and a methodical approach with a proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage a busy varied workload and work to deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A high level of attention to detail
• Evidence of team working and build strong working relationships
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• Numerate and able to work with comfortably with spreadsheets
• Ability to Travel to and from different locations to organise events, stalls and activities

Desirable

• University degree in relevant fields preferably in Law, a masters the mentioned field is an added advantage;
• Previous exposure to similar or RBJ projects methodology would be an added advantage;
• Understanding of similar or RBJ’s volunteer structures;
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills;
• Proven project management skills;
• Report writing skills in English;

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience and the number of tasks to be taken on.

How to Apply:

Please email your application with a CV and cover letter (one page maximum for each) highlighting your key skills, supporting documents and your availability to rbj.humanresourceteam@gmail.com cc. rwandabridgestojustice@gmail.com by the 27^th of May 2022 at 15:30hrs Rwandan time in Doc or Pdf Format marking that you are “Applying for the Legal program Assistant Role with RBJ” in capital letters.

The Cover letter should be addressed to:

The Head of Human resource

Rwanda Bridges to Justice

P.O.Box 6607

Nyarutarama, Kigali-Rwanda

Suitable applicants will be contacted by Rwanda Bridges to Justice for an interview. Application that does not follow the instructions given or are incomplete will not be considered.

GENDER EQUALITY

As a non-governmental organization, RBJ strives to respect and promote gender equality in all aspects of our work and we thus encourage female candidates to apply.

Approved Draft of the Accountant Advert to be posted on Jobs in Rwanda. 

ABOUT RWANDA BRIDGES TO JUSTICE (RBJ)

Rwanda Bridges to Justice (RBJ) is a local non-profit organization registered with Rwanda Governance Board. Using a neutral, and collaborative approach, we work to strengthen justice institutions and improve Rule of Law through enabling Access to Justice. Specifically, we work to guarantee the basic legal rights of ordinary individuals in Rwanda.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Financial planning and reporting coordinator

One (1) position is available at RBJ.

Duties:

The Accounts will be assigned tasks according to the needs of the organisation that include but are not limited to:

1. Preparing annual project budgets and cash flow to ensure that cost allocation ratio is adhered to.
2. Monitor projects budget utilization at the cluster level and provide information on levels of spending and any financial irregularity to the relevant Managers.
3. Timely upload with the accuracy of project budgets in the system and timely fund commitment.
4. Prepare, examine, and analyse accounting records, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and compliance with donor-specific reporting and procedural standards & requirements by ensuring project-related payments are done on time and transactions are properly recorded and posted in set up systems.
5. Financial Report Accuracy and timely payment.
6. Monitor Cluster bank accounts and prepare bank reconciliation on a monthly basis, process cash transfer to ensure sufficient funds on the account for payments and prepare monthly funding requests in line with the budget guidelines.
7. Ensure the accuracy of monthly bank reconciliation and cluster funds request
8. Maintain efficient management of Cluster Assets and conduct a regular inventory to reconcile system reports and physical count of assets and maintain an update assets register; and ensure proper fleet management.
9. Monthly physical inventory and cluster assets reconciliation
10. Participate in procurement meetings, process, and ensure cost-effectiveness through the competitive bidding process, quality product and compliance with donor-specific procurement requirements, policies, and guidelines.
11. Ensure a competitive bidding process with a quality product
12. Ensure that Cluster balance sheet accounts are monthly and quarterly reviewed, analyzed and reconciled by ensuring accurate balances.
13. Staff cluster Advances are cleared on a monthly basis without any outstanding.
14. Work with Auditors and provide relevant information as far as a financial audit is concerned and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
15. Timely implementation of Audit recommendations
16. Participate in proposal writing with the view to provide financial advice and develop project lifetime budget in line with Donor budgeting templates and guidelines.
17. Financial advice provided, proposals including the project budget life time submitted to potential donors within the deadlines and in accordance to WV and donor requirement.
18. Participate in partner capacity assessment and ensure accurate and timely submission of partner financial accountability.
19. Advance for Partners accounts reconciliation.

Performance Tasks:

QuickBooks Posting

1. Preparing journal vouchers
2. Enter all journal entries into the accounting software
3. Reconcile Ledger Accounts.
4. Produce daily transactions posting report

Recordkeeping

1. Maintain Softcopies and hard copies of detailed records of supporting documentation for all payments transactions
2. Ensure all documents are stamped and filed appropriately
3. Verify completeness of all vouchers prior to posting ensuring that all necessary attachments are included

 Accounts Receivable

1. Follow up on accounts receivables before closing the report
2. Follow up with managers to ensure that advances are accounted for on time
3. Manage staff advances requisitions in QuickBooks, through reviewing accountabilities, reviewing reconciliations
4. Provide status reports to staff on a weekly basis

Payments

1. Receiving and reviewing invoices and preparing vouchers
2. Receiving and verifying requisitions and preparing vouchers
3. Paying vendors and responding to all inquiries regarding finance
4. Disbursement of petty cash

Desired Skills and proficiencies:

1. Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles.
2. Proven knowledge of various donor regulations and requirements
3. Experience with creating financial statements
4. Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
5. Excellent accounting software user
6. Good Experience for work on MS Office (especially Word & Excel)
7. Data Entry Management
8. Planning and Organizing
9. IT and communication skills
10. Communication and organizational skills: verbal, writing and presentation skills.
11. Strong attention to detail.
12. Proactive in problem-solving.
13. Self-motivation and ability to work independently, in a team and under pressure.
14. Commitment to diversity.
15. Ability to work in a team.

QUALIFICATION:

• Accounting, commerce or business administration degree from a leading university, a masters in any of the mentioned fields is an added advantage. ACCA Part II or CPA qualified

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• At least 3 years of experience in a complex commercial or development sector organization. Significant budgeting and reporting experience, understanding of budgeting and forecasting.
• Computer fluency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working in complex financial systems like Sun systems, Agresso, PeopleSoft etc.
• A flair for figures and analysis
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with high levels of change and quick turnaround times, whilst delivering to the highest standards.

Judgement and Decision-Making

• The jobholder should have a high level of decision-making ability and is authorized to make decisions/take actions on the majority of operational matters in the accounting section.
• Decisions that require consultation with the line Manager and other senior managers include major strategic issues, policy/procedural changes, approval of M&E budgets and plans and financial decisions outside budget.

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience and the number of tasks to be taken on.

How to Apply:

Please email your application with a CV and cover letter (one page maximum for each) highlighting your key skills, supporting documents and your availability to rbj.humanresourceteam@gmail.com cc. rwandabridgestojustice@gmail.com by the 27^th   of May 2022 at 15:30hrs Rwandan time in Doc or Pdf Format marking that you are “Applying for the Accountant Role with RBJ” in capital letters.

The Cover letter should be addressed to:

The Head of Human resource

Rwanda Bridges to Justice

P.O.Box 6607

Century Park, Kigali-Rwanda

Suitable applicants will be contacted by Rwanda Bridges to Justice for an interview. Application that does not follow the instructions given or are incomplete will not be considered.

GENDER EQUALITY

As a non-governmental organization, RBJ strives to respect and promote gender equality in all aspects of our work and we thus encourage female candidates to apply.

RECRUTMENT OF A PROJECT COORDINATOR

BACKGROUND 

“Action pour la Protection de l’Environnement et la Promotion des Filières Agricoles” (APEFA) received a grant from GIZ for the implementation of the Resilience to Climate Change for vulnerable Community in Bugesera District Project and intends to use portion of this fund for the recruitment of a project coordinator to support in the implementation of this project.

APEFA is a National Non-Government Organization founded by people concerned by environment degradation and food security in Rwanda. It aims at supporting the country to create resilient agricultural ecosystems and sustainable food security through driving climate-smart practices, implementing sustainable solutions to improve nutrition and food security outcomes and improving watershed management.

APEFA works to give vulnerable communities the opportunity to lift themselves out of food insecurity and malnutrition. By equipping people with the knowledge and tools they need to feed themselves.

Our strategies seek to build people’s capacities, leadership, and confidence. We train women and men, equipping them with the skills, methods and knowledge needed to take self-reliant actions to improve their lives and conditions in their communities. We use also the ‘Twigire’ extension model which is a national strategy that decentralizes extension services to the village level (Umudugudu), to empower the agricultural promoters living daily with farmers.

TASKS

support vulnerable small farmers in solar-powered small-scale irrigation scheme and energy saving cooking system which are critical in building resilience to increased climate variability. This is alined with the main project objective to contribute to the reduction of GHG Emission through introduction of a new climate resilience smart agriculture practices for the vulnerable small farmers communities in Bugesera District.

NEEDED COMPETENCES, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Location

The coordinator will be based at APEFA Rwanda HQ and will have to do field work in accordance with the project implementation.

Application Process

Application should include an application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, copy of academic qualifications, three professional references (One or more references must be from a current or former Supervisor), their Telephone Contact and Email Addresses, by May 13th, 2022, at 4:00 PM.

Please apply to:

Executive Director, APEFA, Rwanda

E-mail your application on: apefarwanda@gmail.com cc: info@apefarwanda.org and mention “Name of Position you applied for” as subject of your email. Only complete applications will be vetted, and short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted in relation to the subject.

Done at Kigali, 9th May 2022

Executive Director 

APEFA Rwanda 

Job Description

– Digitize and index documents of Memory and Genocide Prevention Department and of MINUBUMWE in general;
– Ensure electronic and computerized management of documents of Memory and Genocide Prevention Department and of MINUBUMWE in general;
– Ensure physical and computerized archiving of documents of Memory and Genocide Prevention Department and MINUBUMWE in general;
– Help researchers authorized by MINUBUMWE to access requested and authorized documents while respecting directives in force;
– Participate in technical preparation and electronic distribution of Memory and genocide prevention department documents and of MINUBUMWE in general;
– Propose and carry out actions to promote the visibility of genocide memorial sites managed by MINUBUMWE by including electronic documentation for visitors;
– Advise Districts on the computerized and electronic management of genocide memorial sites managed by Districts and other partners;
– Provide support to other institutions and partners of MINUBUMWE in areas necessitating required skills;
– Be regulary active on social networks to promote national unity, respect of memory, fight against genocide ideology, negationism and promote patriotism;
– Perform any other task requested by MINUBUMWE authorities.

Saint SYLVAN TVET is a technical school owned by COFORWA  located in Muhanga District; Kibangu Sector. This school is seeking for employees on the position of Trainer in Land surveying  trade and accountant secretary.

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