Job Description

– – Read and verify the form and substance of documents submitted to the Mayor;
– Prepare the Mayor’s agenda, including appointments schedule;
– Prepare, manage, record and dispatch correspondences by or intended for the Mayor;
– Manage the Office of the Mayor and handle his/her visitors;
– Make logistical arrangements for all meetings chaired by the Mayor;
– Arrange external meetings and appointments of the Mayor;
– Organize travels for the Mayor and work hand in hand with public relations, customer care to provide protocol to Mayor’s visitors.

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Job Description

Collect and consolidate data on specific public (policy) issues pertaining to socio-economic development and record data about death and birth across the Cell;
Identify socio-economic development needs at the Cell level and accordingly advise on response measures;
Elaborate, under the supervision of the Executive Secretary of the Cell, programs of community works;
Supervise the execution of community development and citizen participation activities across the Cell and produce consolidated reports thereof;
Prepare documents to be signed by the Executive Secretary of the Cell and assist him/her in the production of the Cell’s activities performance reports.
Facilitate gathering data related to the employment status within the cell

Job Description

Elaborate a local strategy and actionable plan on secondary and TVET education, monitor its implementation across Sectors and produce consolidated reports thereof;
– Carry out, together with other relevant stakeholders, regular inspection of secondary and TVET schools in respect with quality education and administrative standards, elaborate secondary and TVET schools maps and maintain an updated database thereof;
– Identify and consolidate secondary and TVET school construction needs, carry out training needs of teachers therein, and work hand in hand with the Human Resources Unit to deliver tailor-made capacity building support across the District;
– Develop project proposals for the mobilization of additional funds to improve the functioning of Secondary and TVET education, initiate and coordinate the implementation of advocacy campaigns meant to meet the secondary and TVET education needs of vulnerable people across the District;
– Organize, in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders, and supervise the implementation of regular campaigns meant to raise local population’s awareness on the benefits of adhering to secondary and TVET education programs.

Job Description

– Provide land-related notary services to service seekers as per the competencies set forth by the law;
– Implement District’s strategies and programs on land and infrastructure in conformity with existing national policy, rules and regulations;
– Avail necessary data for the issuance of land titles and constitute a database of used and unused land in the Sector.
– Identify infrastructure facilities needs at the Sector level and report them to competent authorities;
– Follow up on activities related to infrastructure works in the sector;
– Implement the District habitat and community settlement plan in conformity with existing rules and regulations;
– Advise on settlement programmes, development and implementation in the Sector in conformity with the District’s strategy and national policies;
– Receive and examine application files for construction and deliver authorization for the rehabilitation of infrastructure;
– Prepare building rehabilitation permits to be issued by the Sector and closely inspect the implementation of the settlement plan;
– Supervise the implementation of strategies and mobilization mechanisms of local population for National Domestic Biogas and Improved Cook Stoves Programs at Sector level;
– Organize, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, rescue and social assistance of victims of disasters at sector level
– Provide data necessary for the functioning of National Early Warning and the Disaster Monitoring Information Systems;
– Work with specialized organizations to organize sessions of disaster simulation and rescue of people
– Organize and conduct campaigns meant to raise local population awareness on preparedness for disaster and its management

Green Hills Academy (GHA) serves 1,800 students in Kigali, Rwanda. Green Hills Academy wishes to fill the below vacant positions with qualified, experienced, talented, capable and dedicated individuals to join the team to make a difference. The positions’ details are outlined below:

• • Primary School Learner Support Coordinator
• • Primary School English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher
• • Primary School teacher (French Speaker)

Skills and competencies

The ideal candidate should have;
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• • Excellent interpersonal skills.
• • Effective communication skills for dealing with students, parents, teachers and support staff
• • Should be organised, energetic and self-directed.
• • Ability to interact at all levels.
• • Optimizing diversity.
• • Strong intellect and vision.
• • Aligning performance for success.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, clearly indicating the position applied for including a brief cover letter, detailed CV, copies of relevant degree as well as the names and contact information of three recent referees who have been direct supervisors to:
email: humanresources@greenhillsacademy.rw by 5.00 p.m. on Friday 15th April 2022.

To learn more about GHA, please visit our website at www.greenhillsacademy.rw

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

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Job Description

Senior Internal Auditor 

FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment, and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities, and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.  We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Internal Auditor .

Position Description 

FHI 360 seeks a Senior Internal Auditor to conduct internal financial, operational, and/or system audits and risk assessments. The Senior Internal Auditor performs audit planning tasks, interviews and testing procedures, and documents results per prescribed audit program. Performs data analysis to determine risk levels and contributes to the development of audit plan and scope. Executes internal audits within established business process controls and risk-based approach. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results and makes recommendations as appropriate. The Senior Internal Auditor contributes to the content development and delivery of compliance training, outreach, newsletter, and other activities to promote a culture of compliance at the organization. May lead non-complex audit engagements and supervises team member(s).

Prospective candidates are expected to have sound knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information system operations, as well as in U.S. Government rules and regulations. Knowledge and experience in international development and crisis response context is preferred. English fluency required; fluency (speaking and writing) in French is highly desirable.  This is a locally hired position. Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa, Kenya and Rwanda.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the company’s internal audit program.
• Documents processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
• Reports internal audit findings to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
• Conducts follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
• Develops and delivers compliance training and outreach contents, presentation, and materials.
• May conduct investigations of irregularities, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Applies detailed knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
• Fully experienced in using general principles and processes involved in conducting an internal audit.
• Applies advanced analytical skills in MS Excel and other applications to identify potential issues and trends.
• Experienced with automated financial reporting, and Enterprise Resource Planning systems and applications (Deltek CostPoint, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, etc.).
• Initiates and manages relationships with industry representatives, external auditing firms, co-workers and others.
• Organizes reports to comply with applicable guidelines and provides documentation to support conclusions.
• Provides recommendations to management.
• Detailed information technology systems knowledge is used to enhance project reporting and analysis.
• Clearly and concisely communicates (oral and written) audit findings and recommendations to the stakeholders.
• Foreign language skill (French, Spanish, Portuguese) is highly desirable.
• Must be able to read, write and speak proficient English.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Analyzes moderately sophisticated business operations, policies, and procedures. Reviews and determines compliance with laws and regulations; draws conclusions; makes recommendations for improvement.
• Serves as a resource to others in resolving moderately sophisticated problems; identifies substantive issues that are thoroughly and accurately researched and analyzed.
• Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals.
• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would normally require a moderate expenditure of resources to resolve.

Supervision Given/Received: 

• Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
• Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
• May supervise peers and junior staff within engagement team.
• May implement departmental work plans and provide input for performance reviews with the assistance of a higher-level manager.
• Reports to Manager, Internal Audit.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• Advance Degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred.

Experience:  

• 5 – 8 years of progressively responsible internal audit work, audit experience with a public accounting or audit firm, and/or financial management or compliance in international development industry or context.
• Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Clear and professional communication (verbal and written) required.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.), SharePoint, e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, and other mobile devices.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-10 lbs.

Travel Requirement:

• Ability to travel internationally

Note: FHI360 is committed to Diversity Equality, and inclusion. We are an  Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and a package of exceptional benefits. Please visit the FHI 360 Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers  for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an employer with equal opportunity and affirmative action. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status in policies, programs, or activities.

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Administration and Finance Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Administration and Finance Manager (AFM) is to provide critical direct support to HOPE Rwanda SG Country Director (CD) in field leadership and program financial management.

LOCATION: Kigali, Rwanda

DEPARTMENT: Savings Group Field Staff

REPORTS TO: Country Director

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: Administration and Finance Officer, CPFG Monitoring Officer

LEVEL: Manager

STATUS: Full-time local employee

FULL JOB SUMMARY

The Administration and Finance Manager (AFM) is to provide critical direct support to HOPE Rwanda SG Country Director (CD) in field leadership and program financial management. This includes administrative support, human resource management, partner financial capacity building, long term planning and budgeting, full responsibility of head office finances and accounting, ongoing financial reporting, and key relationship management with HOPE Rwanda Savings Group (SG) church partners and field staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote and contribute to the fulfillment of HOPE International’s mission and vision.

Spiritual Integration and Christian Wellness

Actively participate in tri-weekly and other devotions among HOPE staff to maintain a focus on the program’s Christ-centered mission and vision and to promote spiritual growth among staff, group members, and other associated parties.

Ensure a personal healthy spiritual balance within family, work, and church life through the adoption of Biblical, personal, spiritual disciplines.

Relationship Building and Management

Intentionally invest in building a strong, God-honoring relationship with the CD, head office and church partner staff

Assist the CD in developing and maintaining excellent, productive and fruitful relationships with HOPE Rwanda SG ministry partner staff.

Provide administrative and finance support to HOPE Rwanda SG staff through high level oversight as well as hands-on logistics support

In all the above, ensure that relationships are marked by HOPE’s Christ-centered values.

Planning

Assist the CD in the development of annual business plans

Prepare the annual budget and periodic reforecasts using Adaptive, HOPE’s budgeting and financial analysis software.

Collaborate with the HOPE Rwanda SG Operations Manager to directly support church partners to develop, approve, and track annual and quarterly partner budgets and action plans.

In conjunction with the CD, manage and monitor HOPE Rwanda SG cash flow and ongoing financial planning.

Financial Management, Reporting & Analysis

Oversee implementation and compliance with HOPE International’s policies as described in the HOPE Rwanda SG finance manual. Recommend and implement improvements to maintain a strong internal control environment.

Manage contact with HOPE International’s US finance department.

Review HOPE Rwanda SG accounting records in QuickBooks. Prepare monthly journal entries following the month end close process.

With the CD’s approval, submit requests for funding to HOPE International in a timely manner with appropriate documentation.

Carry out all Head Office Financial Reporting functions in compliance with Finance Manual, including the timely submission of monthly financial reports and budget to actual analysis.

Provide analysis of financial reports and actionable recommendations to CD

Ensure that HOPE Rwanda SG is fully compliant with all applicable governmental regulations.

Support church partners to continually improve financial performance within the Savings Group ministry and fully implement the Church Partner Financial Guidelines (CPFG).

Oversee church partner’s financial reporting on HOPE granted funds and the work of the CPFG Monitoring Officer

Ensure the achievement of ministerial goals and objectives while remaining within the budget set out for HOPE Rwanda SG and its partners

Administrative and Human Resources Management

In conjunction with the CD, provide administrative and human resource management, including implementation of adequate HR policies, HR manual reviews, controls, contracts, staff leave reconciliation and structures.

Supervise the Administration and Finance Officer and CPFG Monitoring Officer

Encourage and support the Admin & Finance Officer’s and CPFG Monitoring officer staff development through training, spring of resources, and goal setting

In conjunction with the HOPE International security team, manage security policies and procedures for the HOPE Rwanda SG office.

Manage the organization of key HOPE Rwanda SG administrative and financial documents, including data backup and business continuity planning.

Ensure prompt and accurate payment of payroll and government taxes for HOPE Rwanda SG staff.

Ensure that HOPE Rwanda SG assets and inventory are well documented and well maintained.

Compliance and Risk Management

Propose policy updates to the Finance, CPFG, and HR Manuals as weaknesses or inefficiencies are identified. Prepare full updates to the manuals annually.

Ensure full implementation of, and compliance with policies and procedures as outlined in Finance and HR manuals.

Assist the HOPE Internal Audit team with Internal finance audits.

In conjunction with the CD, support development of the management response and implement agreed upon changes.

Support in the design and implementation of risk mitigation tools and procedures for Rwanda SG, as directed by the CD.

SG Regional and Network Wide Support

Contribute to various projects or initiatives as requested by CSU HOPE international for SG development, mutual country support, or HOPE International progress as a whole.

Other Responsibilities

Lead in design, development and implementation of special projects as requested by the CD

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal confession of Christian faith and commitment to the mission and vision of HOPE International

Qualifying degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or similar field of study

A minimum of five years of experience in mid-level accounting or bookkeeping required, Experience with Christian-leaning Organizations is a plus.

Understanding of, and demonstrated experience with, financial accounting principles, processes, and systems

Experience in using various accounting systems. Proficiency with QuickBooks is preferred

Proficiency with Excel as a tool for data input, reporting, review, and analysis.

Excellent cross-cultural communication

Excellent computer-based communication skills and working knowledge of basic IT.

Fluent communication in English; spoken and written

Working knowledge of French is an advantage

Willingness to travel upcountry and occasionally to other HOPE countries.

Assertive self-starter with the confidence to ask hard questions and hold management accountable

Highly flexible, hardworking, and willing to sometimes work in stressful and frustrating situations

HOW TO APPLY

Submit by April 15th, 2022, your candidacy to HOPE International by emailing hoperwanda.recruitment@hopeinternational.org.

Please include:

• A Motivation letter with reference for recommendation.
• CV
• Certified Degrees
• Recommendation of your church

Administration and Finance Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Administration and Finance Officer is responsible to assist the finance department to achieve or exceed the annual goals for the HOPE Rwanda Savings Groups Ministry.

LOCATION: Kigali, Rwanda

DEPARTMENT: Savings Group Field Staff

REPORTS TO: Administration and Finance Manager

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: Administration and Logistic Assistant, Custodian

LEVEL: Professional, Officer

STATUS: Full-time local employee

FULL JOB SUMMARY

The Administration and Finance Officer (AFO) is responsible to assist the AFM to achieve or exceed the annual goals for the HOPE Rwanda Savings Group Ministry, by verifying the effectiveness of internal controls and ensuring compliance to the standard financial and administration procedures. In addition, the AFO will ensure that Administration Services are rendered to HOPE Rwanda staff members, partners, and visitors in an effective and efficient manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote and contribute to the fulfillment of HOPE International’s mission and vision.

Spiritual Integration and Christian Wellness

Actively participating in tri-weekly devotions, monthly meetings, and annual retreat for HOPE Rwanda staff in order to maintain a focus on the program’s Christ–Centered mission and to promote spiritual balance within family, work, and church life through the adoption of Biblical, personal, and spiritual disciplines.

Financial Management

Engage in training of HOPE Rwanda Office team on daily financial procedures such as purchase requests, advances, and expense reporting.

Assist in the payment of invoices

Assist with the management of cash needs and handle the tracking of expenditures

Ensure timely collection and review of Sowers of HOPE partner financial reports for HOPE granted funds.

Work closely with the CPFG Monitoring Officer to support the timely collecting and review of SG Ministry church partner financial reports for HOPE granted funds.

Conduct partner visits and compliance reviews to ensure partner financial reports are accurate

Help provide support to HOPE Rwanda staff and church partner accountants as needed

Prepare HOPE Rwanda SG daily bookkeeping and accounting records in QuickBooks.

Administration

Make sure all filing duties are properly conducted

Assist the Administration and Logistics Assistant (ALA) with organizing logistics for retreats meetings and visitors.

Assist the ALA in keeping office supply inventory and accurate reporting of stock on a regular basis.

Handling and timely reporting on petty cash usage, replenishment, and report

Record and regular follow up on payments, (rent, tax, insurance, bills, etc.)

Reviewing the fixed Assets Register prepared by ALA

Maintain and regularly update communication lists,

Actively participating in improving HOPE processes and procedures by developing and making recommendations, creating innovative methods, cutting costs, working more efficiently, etc.

Compliance

Acquaintance with all operation and financial manuals and ensure compliance is fully executed,

Ensure all reporting tools are fully understood and fully utilized

Follow up on audit findings to ensure that management’s audit recommendations are timely implemented

Check and confirm the status of the closed Internal Audit issues

Other Responsibilities

Perform other duties as requested by the Country Director and Administration and Finance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal confession of Christian faith and commitment to the mission and vision of HOPE International

Passion and willingness to learn about Savings Group programs, methodologies, and systems.

Excellent understanding of cross-cultural communication, workplace relationships, or church relations and the ability to communicate well with others.

Hard worker and resilient.

Highly flexible and creative, assertive, detail-oriented, self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a team

Fluent in spoken and written English and Kinyarwanda

Excellent computer skills including but not limited to the Advanced Microsoft Office package

Qualifying university degree in Finance, Accounting, Administration, or similar field study. And a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus.

Willingness to travel up country

HOW TO APPLY

Submit by April 15th, 2022, your candidacy to HOPE International by emailing hoperwanda.recruitment@hopeinternational.org

Please include:

• A Motivation letter with reference for recommendation.
• CV
• Certified Degrees
• Recommendation of your church

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Sales Associates (Loan Officer)

Urwego Bank Plc is dedicated to provide financial services to the people of Rwanda. Motivated by Jesus Christ’s call to serve those in need. Its mission is to achieve economic 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 Thirty-Eight (38) qualified, competent, committed and proactive Sales Associates (Loan Officers) to support the sales business in different Branches and credit office at Urwego bank Plc as indicated below.

Service:  Sales Associates

Department: Business

Reporting to: Sales Team leader

Location:

JOB SUMMARY.

Supporting the management of portfolio of micro borrowing clients with proper supervision, help to achieve growth targets as well as maintain excellent portfolio quality and provide reliable and quality customer service in a way that promotes Urwego Bank’s entire business and enhances transformation in clients’ lives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote and fulfil Urwego Bank’s 3Ms as listed above while working within a Christ-centered environment that is mission-driven, community-oriented and results-driven.

Spiritual Integration and Christian Witness

• Ensure a personal, healthy spiritual balance within family, work, and church life through the adoption of biblical personal and spiritual disciplines; and

• Conduct daily work, make decisions, and help Urwego Bank make decisions in a way that witnesses to the presence, power, and love of Jesus and the reality of his Kingdom on earth.

Major Areas of focus:

• Marketing and growing the number of active clients
• Growing the total Portfolio Outstanding of the branch
• Managing the Portfolio at Risk of the loan book under their control
• Client Retention
• Holistic life improvement (HLI) trainings
• Quality customer service
• Driving mHose and other electronic financial usage in the bank

Essential Duties/ activities for the sales staff:

The sales staff will work with the sales team leader or a senior sales officer to achieve the following:

• Marketing and Business Development of micro lending products to achieve growth targets.
• Process and Administer loans/ loan origination.
• Manage community/Trust Banks.
• Monitor loans to ensure portfolio at risk (PAR) stays within target.
• Maintain Superior Levels of Customer Delight.
• Act as Marketing Agent for other Urwego Bank products and services

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school and or Advanced diploma in a business-related subject or field from a reputable school/ college/ University for Group sales position

Applicants for the Individual sales position should have a minimum of university degree qualification in the relevant field

• Experience of working with grassroots communities, cooperatives, savings and lending groups will be added advantage.

• High school graduate applicants should have no less than three years of field experience or and community work.

• Having a teaching experience would added advantage

Skills expected.

• Personal acknowledgement of and commitment to Urwego’s mission and values.

• Good mathematical skills, ability to calculate interest, commissions, percentages, etc.

• Strong ability to motivate, engage and train adults and communities

• Community based conflict resolution

• Good skills in organization and time management

• Excellent negotiation, presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of the economy/markets where Urwego Bank is operating

• Basic skills in personal computer operation, word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Personal experience in managing or running a business is added advantage
• Outgoing personality which enjoys working with people

How to apply: 

Please submit the following documents to urwegohr@urwegobank.com. Please send the documents as one folder/file with the position you’re applying for as the subject.

In your application, please indicate exactly which branch you would like to work.

Eg Application for the position of Individual sales associate – Rwamagana

• Motivation/application letter explaining your suitability for the sales position
• Curriculum vitae (CV) and a copy of academic documents.
• 2 referees that are not blood relatives with their full current address/and phone contact.
• Notarized Academic Documents
• Recommendation from your church pastor or priest whichever applies.
• Copy of your National ID
• Statement of Faith.
• Criminal Record Form from Irembo.

Deadline for application: Friday 15th April 2022. 5 PM

Applicants should preferably be residents in the areas where the job is located or possess proven knowledge of the job location.

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

Thank you

Urwego Bank PLC 

Management.

BACKGROUND

Good Neighbors International (GNI) is an international humanitarian and developmental organization in General Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC operating in 40 countries around the world.  GNI in Rwanda is legally registered and has endeavored to improve child sponsorship and protection, health, education, WASH, agriculture & livelihood, humanitarian assistance, advocacy, and social economy in 6 districts (Gasabo, Kamonyi, Gisagara, Nyamagabe, Nyaruguru, and Karongi) since 1994:

Good Neighbors would like to recruit 3 staff with the following positions,

Qualifications and experience required

• The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine, with at least 3 years of experience in the veterinary profession with the ability to work in a remote area;
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda;
• A valid driving license Class A an advantage;
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and report writing skills.
• Honest and transparent
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• He/ she should be ready to travel to the field to the agricultural farms and Cooperatives in the rural areas

The interested candidates must submit directly their application letter addressed to Country Director; recent and detailed curriculum vitae written in English; relevant certificates; Diploma required; a photocopy of the National Identity Card at Good Neighbors International, Head Office (Kigali); located at Kimihurura, opposite to Lemigo Hotel (FAIRVIEW building_3rd floor, right-wing) by April 10th, 2022 before 4 pm.

Technical Advisor on Skills Development for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology 

for Special Initiative for Training and Job Creation (SI Jobs) Programme 

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

The Special Initiative Training and Job Creation (SIAB) aims to improve the conditions for sustainable economic and employment growth in in Rwanda and to promote investment. The Special Initiative together with the Rwandan partners facilitates interventions in the following fields of action: “The conditions for investments of European or international enterprises in Rwanda are improved; the capacities of Rwandan SMEs in selected sectors/clusters for sustainable, employment-generating growth are improved; the business ecosystem of selected sectors/clusters is improved”. The project provides advisory services and facilitates the access to funding schemes and instruments for the development and implementation of business projects.

Location: Kigali

Fixed Term: 12 months (renewable upon review)

Position: Two (2)

The Technical Advisor performs the following responsibilities and tasks:

Responsibilities

The Technical Advisor is responsible for:

• Support the component independently in the identification, mapping and development of activities on skills development for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology according to the programme offer
• Support the component in the identification of potential partners for the interventions planned and building working relationships for joint implementation of activities
• Support the component and partners in curricula development and quality improvement of curricula in trades or degrees relevant for the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology and auxiliary services
• Identify private sector partners and include them actively in the development of a skilled labour force for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology
• Networking with actors that are relevant for the development of a pharmaceutical industry or biotechnology sector in Rwanda
• Competent representation of GIZ in all discussions and meetings on the development of a pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology sector in Rwanda
• Implementation of the activities in accordance with best practices in the professional field and in development cooperation
• Ensuring that the activities are closely coordinated with the programmes related to other GIZ programmes in Rwanda, Germany and worldwide
• Support actively the Monitoring & Evaluation efforts of the component and the programme
• Contribute actively to reports (regular and ad-hoc), PR materials, requests from GIZ HQ and for the preparation of political and economic delegation

Tasks 

The Technical Advisor performs the following tasks

Technical tasks

• Advise private and public partners in the area of skills development, with the focus on the pharmaceutical industry and auxiliary services
• Advise training institutions (TVET and academic) on the improvement of curricula and development of additional/upskilling modules
• Develop approaches how to include the private sector in the practical training of students, graduates and (potential) staff
• Facilitate and support different exchange platforms/formats in project management
• Moderation, facilitation of communication and project management processes between potential partners or groups of stakeholders
• Identification and addressing of potential obstacles for the development of a skilled labour dorce and approaches how to mitigate these obstacles
• Support the implementation of the component according to the project proposal
• Participate in the identification, mapping and development of activities related to the project

Communication and Networking

• Facilitate and support different exchange platforms/formats in project management
• Moderation, facilitation of communication and project management processes between potential partners or groups of stakeholders
• Contact person for requests from private and public partners, interested parties and other GIZ projects
• Relationship management of established contacts with stakeholders and partners
• Representing the component at national level
• Collecting and disseminating relevant information, disseminating programme experiences and developing a database on companies.
• Compiling of information and preparing them for presentation to the management
• Responsible for the documentation of best practices in the component

Programme management and programme support

• Monitoring and evaluation of the achievements of the programme indicators
• Support to regular and ad-hoc reporting, PR requests as well as requests from GIZ HQ and for the preparation of political and economic delegations
• Actively support the preparation of fact sheets, web pages, presentations, articles for GIZ intranet and other publications for presenting the programme to the public
• Ensure that all administrative and financial rules are complied to with the necessary diligence
• Identify demand for national and international consultants, preparing consulting assignments and supporting documents
• Guide, liaise and support consultants working for the component; ensure quality management and control of the services and tasks delivered
• Operational Planning and follow up on an ongoing basis with all counterparts
• Support to the overall programme and to other programmes of GIZ in the Cluster Sustainable Growth as well as any activity and task on cluster level
• Support and execution of any other tasks assigned to by the management

Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience

Qualifications and professional experience

• Master’s degree in Life Science, Natural or Applied Science, Pharmaceutics, Lab Technology, Engineering, Economics, Business Development, Education or related field
• At least 5 years’ professional experience in a similar position, e. g. as a technical staff or advisor in the area of pharmaceutics/pharmaceutical industry, engineering, TVET or academic education in Life Science, Natural or Applied Science, Pharmaceutics, Lab Technology or Engineering
• Proven track record in the private sector as well as in capacity building for different stakeholders or TEVT/academic education; ideally experience in development cooperation
• Excellent understanding of the ecosystems and auxiliary services which are needed to build a pharmaceutical industry in Rwanda, including regulation for pharmaceutical products including vaccines
• Excellent project management skills; experience in working with external national and international consultants
• Proven skills in preparation of ToRs, business planning, financial management and project development will be a strong asset
• Working experience with grant schemes/facilities will be a strong asset

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Finely tuned organisational skills and ability to work on one’s own initiative, in project management but also at the conceptional level
• Able to work under little supervision but at the same time being a real team player
• Persistent and focused on the tasks, but at the same time creative and open minded
• Excellent communication skills; experienced in communication on different levels and with different target groups (public and private sector)
• Very good working knowledge of ICT and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
• Ability to present complex content in a concise and understandable manner, orally and in written
• Excellent knowledge of English, orally and written

Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references), until 14th April 2022 at 4:00 PM,  by e-mail to recruitment-rw@giz.de. The email attachment (max. size 2 MB) should be a PDF file. Please quote the job title in the subject

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

Women and people with disability are especially encouraged to submit applications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali,

Rwanda

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