Vacancy for a Junior 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.

GIZ would like to recruit the candidate for the position of Junior Technical Advisor on Skills Development for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology for Special Initiative for Training and Job Creation (SI Jobs) Programme.

Location: Kigali

Fixed Term: 12 months (renewable upon review)

Position: One (1)

The Junior Technical Advisor performs the following responsibilities and tasks:

A. Responsibilities

The Junior Technical Advisor is responsible for:

• Support the component in the identification, mapping and development of activities on skills development for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology according to the programme offer
• Support the team of the component in curricula development and quality improvement of curricula in trades or degrees relevant for the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology and auxiliary services
• Networking with actors that are relevant for the development of a pharmaceutical industry or biotechnology sector in Rwanda
• Support the implementation of the activities in accordance with best practices in the professional field and in development cooperation
• 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 delegations

B. Tasks

The Junior Technical Advisor performs the following tasks

1.    Technical tasks

• Support the component in advising private and public partners in the area of skills development, with the focus on the pharmaceutical industry and auxiliary services
• Support the component in advising training institutions (TVET and academic) on the improvement of curricula and development of additional/upskilling modules
• Support the component with compiling of information, research, project management tasks, organising activities such as meetings as well as taking of minutes of meetings
• Support the implementation of the component according to the project proposal

Participate in the identification, mapping and development of activities related to the project

2.    Communication and Networking

• Support different exchange platforms/formats on demand of the team and the management
• Contact person for requests from private and public partners, interested parties and other GIZ projects
• 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 and the team

• Support the documentation of best practices in the component

3.    Programme management and programme support

Support the 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

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; support in all commercial tasks requested

• Guide, liaise and support consultants working for the component; support in ensuring quality management and control of the services and tasks delivered
• Follow up on an ongoing basis with all counterparts and on the operational plan
• 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 of any other tasks assigned to by the management

C. 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 2 years’ working experience ideally in the area of pharmaceutics/pharmaceutical industry, engineering, lab technology or project management
• First understanding of the ecosystems and auxiliary services which are needed to build a pharmaceutical industry in Rwanda, including regulation for pharmaceutical products including vaccines
• Good project management skills; first experience in working with consultants would be an asset

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Finely tuned organisational skills and ability to work on one’s own initiative
• 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; ability to present complex content in a concise and understandable manner, orally and in written
• Very good working knowledge of ICT and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
• 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

                                         GIZ Office Rwanda reserves all rights!!

Vacancy for a

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.

GIZ would like to recruit the candidates for the position of Technical Advisor on Skills Development for the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology for Special Initiative for Training and Job Creation (SI Jobs) Programme.

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 delegations

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

GIZ Office Rwanda reserves all rights!!

Electrical Engineer (m/f) (EN)

City:  Rwanda

Ensure the preparation of the work by executing the plan of activities and allocation of necessary human resources, in line with the technical requirements of the project, as well as monitoring the execution of the work and analysing the results of the work monthly, in accordance with the established contract, in the sense to guarantee the fulfillment of the economic objectives and defined deadlines, as well as to optimize the profitability of the work.

Job Requirements and Competencies Profile

• Higher Education in Electrical Engineering;
• Minimum 5 year professional experience in projects/works of electrical and electromechanical systems;
• Knowledge of MS Office, Project and Autocad tools;
• Knowledge of the English language (mandatory);
• Accuracy and Reliability;
• Problem analysis and Resolution;
• Capacity for planning, organization and leadership;
• Knowledge of BS, IEC and EN standards;

Local: Buguesera, Rwanda

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and CVs (All in one document) with three references by using the Apply for this job button below, not later than 30/04/2022.

Mechanical Engineer (m/f) (EN)

City:  Rwanda

Ensure the preparation of the work by executing the plan of activities and allocation of necessary human resources, in line with the technical requirements of the project, as well as monitoring the execution of the work and analysing the results of the work monthly, in accordance with the established contract, in the sense to guarantee the fulfillment of the economic objectives and defined deadlines, as well as to optimize the profitability of the work.

Job Requirements and Competencies Profile

• Higher Education in Mechanical Engineering;
• Minimum 5 year professional experience in HVAC and Plumbing projects/works;
• Knowledge of MS Office, Project and Autocad tools;
• Knowledge of the English language (mandatory);
• Accuracy and Reliability;
• Problem analysis and Resolution;
• Capacity for planning, organization and leadership;
• Knowledge of BS, IEC and EN standards;

Local: Buguesera, Rwanda

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and CVs (All in one document) with three references by using the Apply for this job button below, not later than 30/04/2022

ABOUT US

With head office based in Nairobi, Kenya, Sound creations Limited leads the Eastern Africa market in importation and description of world –class, pro audio-visual, lighting and acoustical solutions. We run operations across the sub-Saharan Africa with branch in Kigali, Rwanda.

Job Title: Accountant And Administration Officer

Key responsibilities

• Book all the transactions on daily basis
• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts, and reviewing financial reports/support as necessary.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions

• Write and distribute checks assuring proper documentation, accuracy of invoices and timeliness of payments.
• Maintain a filing system of paid invoices.
• Receive payments and document properly
•  Make and document bank deposits to proper accounts on a daily basis.
• Accumulate data and prepare accurate reports as required
• Monitoring cash flow.

Person Qualification

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Business administration , Finance or related field
• 2 to 3 years’ work experience as an Accountant or any related field
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Speaking and writing English, French and Swahili
• Knowledge of Microsoft office
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like Tally
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Resilient, determined and able to work under pressure
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Passionate customer focused attitude
• Idea generator, initiative-taker and ability to think outside the box
• Strong drive and ambition
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Being able to work in  other country like congo

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and CVs (All in one document) with three references by using the Apply for this job button below, not later than 7/04/2022.

ABOUT US

With head office based in Nairobi, Kenya, Sound creations Limited leads the Eastern Africa market in importation and description of world –class, pro audio-visual, lighting and acoustical solutions. We run operations across the sub-Saharan Africa with branch in Kigali, Rwanda.

Job Title: Architect Acoustician

Job description

1. Conceptualization of architectural acoustic designs
2. Preparation of architectural schematic drawings for A/V team and acoustics.
3. Conducting Sound testing and compiling acoustic reports
4. Communication with Manufacturers/Suppliers.
5. Attending site visit and meeting.
6. Sale and marketing of acoustics to clients both walk in and other clients
7. Preparation of presentation and pitching to potential clients
8. Meeting, Communication and follow up with clients
9. Calculating of acoustic product quantities and preparation of stock order
10. Assisting in online marketing team on concepts and content on pushing acoustics projects.
11. Preparation of acoustic quotations.
12. Project management of sites.
13. Handing over of acoustic projects.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor Degree in Architect
2. Speaking & writing  English, French and Swahili
3. Being able to work in DRC Congo
4. Knowledge of  Microsoft office
5. Ambitious and self-driving

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and CVs (All in one document) with three references by using the Apply for this job below, not later than 7/04/2022.

Job Description

• Responsible for overall financial management of the project activities
• Keeping appropriate financial records of all project sub-component expenditures
• Liaising with CoK Departments and relevant central government departments to ensure contractors and consultants are paid on time
• Financial reporting as required by GoR and WB documentation
• Assisting with annual project audit requirements
• Maintain the World Bank financed project books of account
• Record appropriate entries into the books of account on the basis of the documents provided by the financial manager
• Produce periodically the accounting situation of WB funded projects
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements the Designated account reconciliation statement
• Analyse and document monthly any variances in the bank and Designated account reconciliation statements;
• Preparation of SoE and Interim Financial Report (IFR)
• Preparation and submission of withdrawal application through client connection
• Prepare and consolidates periodic financial reports of WB funded projects accounts in accordance with the GoR public finance management policies and regulation, the project financial management procedures and the WB funded project financial regulations,
• Prepare monthly management accounting information;
• Prepare and facilitates the WB supervision missions
• Mentor colleagues by sharing knowledge in projects accounting operations;
• Support capacity building in project accounting of staff that deals with infrastructure operations with emphasis on World Bank procedures
• Advise the implementing Agency on general project accounting and monitoring.
• Analyze requests and documents required to effect payment;
• Reports to: RUDP – CoK-KUUT Coordinator.

Job Description

• To coordinate all activities of rehabilitees in transit centers and make follow – up on their operation
• To Ensure proper stock management
• To receive persons brought to a transit center and record their identification in a register reserved for that purpose;
• To ensure subsistence of persons received in a transit center and provide them with counseling related to life;
• To prepare the transfer of persons hosted by a transit center to a destination that the Screening committee considers suitable for their welfare and their health;
• To establish a counseling and discussion program, intended to bring back persons hosted at a transit center to an appropriate behavior;
• To ensure hygiene, security and preventive measures against epidemic diseases in a transit center;
• To put in place different sports and leisure programs;
• To put in place regulations governing persons placed in a transit center
• To perform any other functions that would facilitate rehabilitation of persons hosted by a transit center.
• To follow the grandaunt youth from other Transit centers and make their database accordingly,
• To make daily (morning and Evening report on parade state) , weekly, Monthly , annually report regarding the status of Transit center management to respective persons;
• To plan all activities necessary in transit
• Evaluate all personnel under his responsibilities and give the report to hierarchy concerned
• To advise the District on measures for the prevention of deviant behaviors;
• To establish and make follow – up on the program designed to provide counseling services to those placed in transit centers to help them change their behaviors and provide individualized treatment for those who need it;
• To develop sustainable measures for rehabilitation and social reintegration of people exhibiting deviant attitudes and behaviors and make follow – up on their implementation;
• To ensure that those placed in rehabilitation centers are provided with knowledge and vocational education preparing them to reintegrate into society in compliance with the program of public institutions in charge of such education;
• To establish mechanisms for preventing recidivism in deviant behaviors among those graduating from rehabilitation centers and transit centers;
• To conduct research aiming at pointing out the causes of deviant behaviors and carry out awareness campaigns to prevent and combat such behaviors;
• To collaborate with other organs having similar mission
• Implement the Ministerial Order No 001/07.01 of 19/04/2018 determining mission,organization and functioning of transit centers
N.B:CANDIDATES MUST HAVE 2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN COORDINATING THE ACTIVITIES OF TRANSIT CENTER OR COORDINATING THE ACTIVITIES OF YOUTH CENTER OR COORDINATING THE ACTIVITIES OF SCHOOL

National Advisor (Hand-in-Hand initiative)

Policy Specialist (Small livestock)

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Job Title:  Nurse A1

Reports to: Head Nurse/Medical Director

Job location: Kigali

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

WE-ACTx for HOPE’s mission is to empower vulnerable communities to live healthier and productive lives. We help people living with and affected by HIV acquire the skills and capacity they need to fight disease and poverty and live happier and more productive lives.

WE-ACTx For Hope is a local NGO legally registered by Rwanda Governance Board; WE-ACTx For Hope then signed a memo of understanding with the Ministry of Health for running the medical clinic in partnership with WE-ACTx US, Keep a Child Alive, and others.

WE-ACTx for HOPE was granted a legal status by a Ministerial order No. 106/11 of 11/08/2008.

WE-ACTx For Hope is looking for a well dedicated and self-motivated highly qualified Nurse A1.

Primary objective:

To provide nursing support within the WE-ACTx For Hope Program, with primary focus on HIV/HIV-related diseases.

Responsibilities:

• To provide direct patient care under the support and supervision of the Head nurse and Medical Director.
• To provide nursing support within other areas of Health Center, including the pharmacy and lab as needed.
• To assist in the organization of VCT services within the association along with the recruitment of newly diagnosed patients.
• To be able to provide family planning methods (condoms, injections, pills, Jadelle and DIU)
• To perform home visitations for follow up care of patients on ART.
• To be experienced in PMTCT Program
• To be able to implement the Index Testing Program
• To participate as needed in Health Education Classes about initiation of ART.
• To liaise with the multidisciplinary team including WE-ACTx physicians to share best practices and ensure high quality care.
• To assist in data collection and recording keeping required by the MOH.
• To participate in staff meetings and able to conduct mornings education sessions.
• To ensure the principles of WE-ACTx For Hope are being practiced appropriately and to ensure the model of care is functioning at an optimal level
• To be able to give report on monthly, quarterly annual basis and when required.
• To possess a valid Nursing Council certificate

Qualifications: 

• Experienced Nurse with A1 level Qualification in Nursing with and 5 years in management of people living with HIV  (HIV care) and family planning
• Trained by RBC/HIV Division (TRAC) in Antiretroviral Treatment ART (task shifting), PMTCT and Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC), Index Testing and Finger prick.
• To have the certificate of task shifting
• To possess a valid Nursing Council certificate
• Flexible team player with an active and constructive approach in the care for the PPV’s
• Interest in ongoing health promotion and patient advocacy.
• Basic computer skills (World, Excel, Power point and Access to the internet).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Application documents:

• Please attach CV, Letter of motivation addressed to Director of Clinical Systems WE-ACTx For Hope Clinic and all supporting certificates of studies, experience and 3 recommendations letters.
• Soft copies can be sent on these emails: chantal.benekigeri@gmail.com and ndayambajebosco1@gmail.com
• Hard copies will also be required to be deposited to WE-ACTx For Hope Reception at DORONA HOUSE, en face BCK, avenue de Kalisimbi

Tel: 078830 2797, 078830 4613

• • Deadline is April 11th, 2022 at 12:00 noon. 

Note: Submitted applications will not be returned to candidates. Short listed people will be contacted.

JOB VACANCY

POSITION: Procurement Manager

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

ITM Africa Ltd, an international company specializing in all HR solutions is currently supporting the recruitment of a Procurement Manager on behalf of Heaven Restaurant.

ROLE

The procurement Manager will compile lists of Suppliers in accordance with the requirements, receive proper requisition from Heads of the User Departments, call for quotations of items, compare prices, raise no direct order for purchase from suppliers without a proper purchase order, receive market list from Executive Chef for day-to-day food & other Supplies & arrange for timely delivery of these items & all other allied job functions. He/she will oversee purchasing capital & Operational material for the hotel at a price which is competitive & conforming to highest standards of quality

What you will do: 

• Collect & compile lists of suppliers and their available merchandise and equipment and services in accordance with hotel requirements.
• Receive proper purchase requisitions from Heads of Departments.
• Call for quotations for any item and inquire into prices from various suppliers.  A minimum of three independent genuine quotations must be obtained.
• Compare price with previous purchases and with current market prices.
• Check quality of the items with the Head of Departments and ensure that the quality is in accordance with the Hotel Standards.
• Raise purchase order in the name of the supplier selected.
• Forward the purchase order in the following order for approval and authorization

• Finance Manager
• Operations Manager

• Forward duplicate copy of the purchase requisition along with second copy of purchase order to the Accounts Department, after entering the purchase requisition number in the purchase order and vice versa.
• File original copies of the purchase requisition in date order or serial order for further reference and for audit purposes.
• Raise no direct order for purchases from suppliers without a proper purchase order.
• Receive market list from Executive Chef for day-to-day food and other supplies and arrange for delivery of these items daily.
• Carry out a market survey or prices of day-to-day purchases such as vegetables, fruits, fish meat etc., by keeping constant touch with the suppliers.
• Follow up and ensure that goods are delivered in accordance with purchase order and without any delay.
• To respond the changes as dictated by the industry, the company and the Hotel.
• Spot purchases of small value items bought on daily basis by petty cash as required by the Department Head after being approved.
• Keep a constant check on stock levels
• Keep contract files and use them as reference for future
• Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors.
• Train and supervises the work of other members of staff
• Research new products and services to meet company’s goals.
• Assesses total costs of company purchases.

You will be a good fit if:

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business administration, business management or related field
• Three to five years of experience in hospitality and management
• You are initiative- taker with natural leadership abilities
• Great negotiation skills
• Background in Hotel and restaurant procurement
• Proficient in English, Kinyarwanda. French is a plus

How you can apply:

Click to the Apply button not later than 4^th April 2022.

Subject Manager for Project Management

About Kepler

The challenge: All across sub-Saharan Africa, millions of young people struggle every day with access to education and employment – and the kinds of livelihoods that lead to economic security and mobility for themselves and their families. Every young person deserves the chance to be educated; every young person deserves the opportunity to have a meaningful job.

Who we are: Kepler is a non-profit higher education program that is building a transformative model of education-to-employment services for these young people across the region. Our ultimate goal is to contribute to the economic mobility of thousands of individuals, families and communities in all of our countries of operation. We want to reimagine what higher education can look like in sub-Saharan Africa.

What we do: Through a rigorous curriculum of in-person, online and on-the-job learning, Kepler students graduate with the relevant skills and the right attitude to meet the needs of the changing global economy. We partner closely with Southern New Hampshire University – a global leader in higher education – which allows our students to attain affordable, internationally recognized degrees while studying in East Africa.

Our history: Kepler launched in Rwanda in 2013. Our 50+ staff currently serve 550 students across two campuses in Rwanda – our flagship campus in Kigali, as well as a second campus in the Kiziba refugee camp in Western Rwanda, where we serve refugee learners.

The future: Currently, all Kepler students earn their degrees through our degree partner Southern New Hampshire University and that will continue to be a key part of the Kepler model. In parallel, we are working on developing a bachelor’s degree provided by Kepler and accredited in Rwanda. Kepler has an ambitious new strategy for the next five years, which will include launching in two new countries; expanding our academic offerings; partnering with other public and private sector universities; and reaching a new level of organizational sustainability.

About the Role

Kepler is hiring a Subject Manager for Project Management in the Faculty of Management. We are looking for a candidate with excellent leadership skills paired with strong knowledge in Project Management and passion for education. The role is an academic leadership position that serves to provide support to new and developing instructors (Lecturers, Assistant Lecturers, and Tutorial Assistants) as well as to continue to support the growth of best academic practices at Kepler.

The Subject Manager is an exemplary model of Kepler’s core values and works to lead initiatives that support students and the academic vision as a whole. It includes developing systems of support for developing instructors, creating curriculum, modeling and coaching the use of data to drive instructional decisions, and supporting students inside and outside of the classroom to help fulfill the mission/vision of Kepler.

Reports to: Dean of Faculty

Job Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Lecturers, Assistant Lecturers, and Tutorial Assistants
• Lead and inspire the team to achieve their goals in relation to Kepler’s mission, vision, and core values
• Research and utilize effective online, in-person and blended learning teaching techniques
• Serve as a model instructor for other staff members as well as visitors to the Kepler model through an open classroom forum, demo-lessons, or co-teaching with struggling members.
• Share and train other educators in implementation of online education in a blended learning environment
• Conduct class observations to give feedback and offer coaching to support to the team as needed
• Plan and facilitate various activities such as professional development, meetings, workshops for the team
• Build courses (curriculum delivery and communication regarding curriculum) through a Learning Management System
• Teach project management-related modules in compliance with Kepler policies and procedures
• Regularly evaluate student learning through competency/project-based assessments, including both formative and summative assessments and provide clear and actionable feedback to students
• Utilize student data to make informed decisions to guarantee all student progress through the curriculum
• Conduct student office hours and create other channels for open and positive communication with students
• Collaborate with the Learning and Design Team to generate scope and sequences, lesson plans, and other curricula that support diverse learners to acquire necessary and relevant technology skills in accordance with blended learning and competency-based model
• Lead out the evaluation of Project Management curriculum as well as conduct and facilitate other forms of assessments as specified in Kepler academic and assessment policies
• Provide feedback on the program, curriculum and students to various stakeholders within the organization in a timely manner
• Collaborate with peers to share best-practices and innovations from the classroom
• Undertake any other activities assigned from time to time by the Dean of Faculty

Required Qualifications

• PMP Certification OR Doctorate Degree (PhD) OR Master’s degree in Project Management
• 2 years of experience teaching preferably at higher education level in East Africa;
• 3 years of experience in managing projects in different sectors or fields;
• Ability to manage people in a fashion that demonstrates servant leadership
• Open and willing to give and receive feedback from all stakeholders within the organization including students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to be creative and innovative in the way that education can be created and delivered to students
• Demonstrated understanding of how students learn and ways to support them.
• Experience creating or modifying curriculum
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated mastery of Google and Microsoft suites
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Excellent command of English as a language of instruction.
• Ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively with colleagues to productively contribute to teams
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects and competing and conflicting priorities in a fast paced, changing environment
• Demonstrated willingness to implement education through a process model of learning, implementing, reflecting, revising and re-implementing
• Ability to support students in their various learning needs
• Functional knowledge of leading project management information systems/software

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• 3 years of teaching experience at university level, preferably in the East African Community
• Experience in program or training /curriculum development, either in academic or other professional settings, ideally with a focus on employability and using competency/project based learning
• Demonstrated adaptability and commitment to innovation in Learning and Teaching pedagogy
• Experience evaluating the effectiveness of programs and making recommendations for improvement

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary (calculated in USD) commensurate with experience
• Eighteen (18) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) or an annual vacation, which will need to be planned with your supervisor;
• 5 weeks of leave during campus breaks;
• Local medical insurance for you, spouse, and 4 children maximum;
• Kepler will pay for work-related expenses and trips that have been initially approved by your line manager.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should click the Apply button below to send their applications not later than 14th April 2022

Kepler values diversity as a paramount aspect of growth and provides equal opportunities. Discrimination  against employees based on gender, race, religion, physical abilities, social status, beliefs, and cultural values is strictly forbidden.

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The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for Human Resources Assistant Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Advisor position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Human Resources Assistant Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Advisor under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Specialist and general guidance of the

Human Resources Officer performs or assists with a wide range of administrative and clerical duties for both Locally Employed (LE) and United States Direct Hire (USDH) staff.  The incumbent participates in the administration of the Mission Awards program. The incumbent also maintains U.S. Embassy Kigali’s training program for LE Staff.  As the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Advisor, incumbent serves as a permanent member on U.S. Embassy Kigali’s DEIA Council. The incumbent advises Human Resources Officer and Management Officer on all DEIA related issues and represents the Human Resources Office at Embassy working group meetings related to DEIA.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by April 10, 2022

Apply on this link: https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for a Commercial Assistant position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Commercial Assistant serves as a professional analyst and commercial advisor to the section’s USDH (U.S Direct Hires) Officers (Pol-Econ Chief, Economic and Commercial Officer(s) in planning, organizing and administering programs to facilitate the marketing of U.S. goods and services, and assists U.S. firms seeking to do business in Rwanda by counseling them on business opportunities and strategies.  Conducts market research and reporting and analyzes statistics and market trends involving the sectors for which responsible.  Brings U.S. and host country business representatives together and plans trade events and opportunities.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by April 10, 2022.

Apply on this link:  https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov.

We are hiring a Special Project Manager

ABOUT SPARK MICROGRANTS

Spark Microgrants believes in a world where everyone lives with dignity and determines their own positive future. Decades of prescriptive aid have sidelined the poor from the very programs meant to uplift them. We believe in local solutions and catalyzing rural villages facing poverty into action.

At the heart of Spark’s model, the Facilitated Collective Action Process (FCAP), are ‘town-hall’ style weekly meetings, in which women, men, young, old, plan together for their community’s future. Each village elects a leadership committee, establishes a village savings account, and launches a project of their choice. Members receive training on financial management, transparency, leadership, village planning, and advocacy. Each village then receives US$8,000 in seed funds and additional management support to turn their project ideas into reality.

Spark trains partner organizations and works with governments to scale the FCAP as the model of choice to advance social and economic development, improve lives, and secure lasting change. Spark is now active in 500+ villages in 6 countries, improving the lives of over 500,000 people.

As a team, we share a set of common values that shape how we work. These are:

1. Facilitators. We don’t impose; we enable others to generate impact.
2. Community-driven. We are motivated by what is best for the community.
3. Process-centred. The how of what we do is just as important as the what.
4. Authentic. Our vision and values live in everything we do.
5. Dynamic. We seek opportunities and are willing to take risks to serve our community partners better

ABOUT THE ROLE

Spark is seeking a highly organised, detail oriented project manager to join the Impact & Design team. The Special Project Manager will work closely with the Impact & Design Director to deliver strategically critical projects across the organisation to time and to budget. These projects will vary in size and scope including:-

1. i) designing and managing tech teams to deliver a mobile app
2. ii) rolling out a training curriculum to 500 learners in Malawi

iii) ensuring external consultants are managed, paid and procured effectively and inline with organisational policies

1. iv) proposing and developing methods of ongoing support for project stakeholders.

This is just an indication of the variety of in-depth and broad projects that you will lead  as not just an implementer but heavily involved in conception and design.

This role’s variety means that we are seeking a self starter, able to thrive in ambiguity, and fiercely meticulous.  We are looking for a candidate who has a wide range of skills, including a strong understanding of technology development and is able to adapt them to any project, communicates with ease via email, on the phone and through formal reports, that is adept at reading people, highly organised, and passionate about a better world.

 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Lead to day to day running of a variety of strategically important projects, ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget. This includes:

   a.Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

   b.Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation in order to  monitor and track progress

   c.Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques

   d.Report and escalate to management as needed

2. Manage external relationships with consultants, providers and partners with regards to on-going projects in their domains.
3. Perform risk management to minimise potential risks
4. Delegate project tasks based on staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels
5. Provide regular updates on project progress, risks and mitigation strategies to senior management.
6. Collect requirements and conduct user research to develop solutions that balance stakeholder needs with technical capacity constraints.
7. Develop and collect feedback on UI design, product wireframes and specs.
8. Lead modified agile development process; including managing workloads, prioritisation of backlog, and ensuring project teams are working efficiently.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned

WHO YOU ARE:

You are an up and coming project manager looking for your next step. You thrive in bringing order to chaos, understanding a variety of stakeholders, requirements and priorities and bringing them all together into coherent and systematic processes for delivery. You enjoy being part of a team with ambitious ideas and you gain energy from turning those ambiguous ideas into a pragmatic reality.  You are a clear communicator, understanding differing styles and backgrounds and you bring things up to your colleagues proactively that need to be discussed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications experience & skills:

• 2-5 years demonstrable experience of delivering a variety of projects
• Excellent planning and organising skills.
• Incredible attention to detail
• Strong English written and oral communication
• Experience working with INGO setting/environment is prefered.
• Project Management Qualifications are preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office / G-Suite applications
• Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations.
• Ability to lead project teams of various sizes and see projects through to completion.
• Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies.

 OTHER INFORMATION

Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda or Kampala, Uganda

Estimated start Date: As soon as possible

Application closing Date:   On a rolling basis, we reserve the right to close this recruitment process at any time.

How to Apply: Follow this link to apply https://sparkmicrogrants.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=37&source=aWQ9Ng%3D%3D

Please note that we are able to sponsor visa applications for this position. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spark Microgrants provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Spark are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Spark does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Spark will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship to daily operations.

The deadline is 29th April, 2022.

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We are hiring a Part Time Executive Assistant

ABOUT SPARK MICROGRANTS

Spark Microgrants believes in a world where everyone lives with dignity and determines their own positive future. Decades of prescriptive aid have sidelined the poor from the very programs meant to uplift them. We believe in local solutions and catalyzing rural villages facing poverty into action.

At the heart of Spark’s model, the Facilitated Collective Action Process (FCAP Spark’s key innovation, the FCAP, is a village planning and grant process ), are ‘town-hall’ style weekly meetings, in which women, men, young, old, plan together for their community’s future. Each village elects a leadership committee, establishes a village savings account, and launches a project of their choice. Members receive training on financial management, transparency, leadership, village planning, and advocacy. Each village then receives US$8,000 in seed funds and additional management support to turn their project ideas into reality.

Spark trains partner organizations and works with governments to scale the FCAP as the model of choice to advance social and economic development, improve lives, and secure lasting change. Spark is now active in 500+ villages in 6 countries, improving the lives of over 500,000 people.

As a team, we share a set of common values that shape how we work. These are:

1. Facilitators. We don’t impose; we enable others to generate impact.
2. Community-driven. We are motivated by what is best for the community.
3. Process-centered. The how of what we do is just as important as the what.
4. Authentic. Our vision and values live in everything we do.
5. Dynamic. We seek opportunities and are willing to take risks to serve our community partners better

ABOUT THE ROLE

Spark is seeking a highly organized executive assistant in a consultant role to support the Global Managing Director. The executive assistant is a detail oriented self-starter who will uplift the work of the executive team. The day to day work includes diligent calendar management, travel coordination and communications support, as well as coordinating and supporting on other projects and activities as required. The executive assistant will ensure strong team coordination across departments and countries. The global managing director is based in Nairobi while most of Spark’s work is spread across sub-Saharan Africa with team members based across multiple continents. We are looking for a candidate who communicates with ease via email, on the phone and is highly organized and passionate about a better world.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Time management and scheduling for Global Managing Director

• Coordinate meeting schedules and ensure the global managing director’s calendar is optimized for the highest priority work.
• Management of travel, meeting coordination, expense reports and logistics for the global managing director with an evolving travel and meeting schedule.
• Meeting preparations, debriefs and follow ups as delegated.

1. Communications

• Support in drafting and sharing communications on behalf of the global managing director.
• Support in preparing documents such as reports and internal memos.

1. Smooth systems and administrative management

• Coordinate logistics for team events as well as internal and external meetings.
• Manage expense reports, contractor payments and purchase requests.
• Coordinate travel and accommodations arrangements

1. Special projects

• Based on skills and interest areas of the executive assistant and needs that arise ad hoc, responsibilities could include but not limited to
• Internal project coordination and management with senior management team and field visits.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are a behind the scenes champion, highly organized and jump into action when things are disorderly. You enjoy being part of a team with big ambitious ideas and you gain energy from bringing a smooth systematic process to manage the chaos. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment with some level of ambiguity in which decisions are made quickly. You are a clear and kind communicator, and bring things up to your colleagues proactively that need to be discussed. You are open to new ideas and feel great when you hit or exceed your goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications experience & skills:

• 5+ years of executive support experience.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Calendar management and, meeting preparation for executives
• Responding to emails and document requests on behalf of executives
• Draft slides, meeting notes and documents for executives
• Strong English written and oral communication
• Experience working with INGO setting/environment is preferred.
• Computer skills in Microsoft office (Word, Excel), PowerPoint and the internet.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations.

OTHER INFORMATION

Job Location: Kigali – Rwanda or Nairobi – Kenya

Estimated start Date: As soon as possible

Application closing Date:   On a rolling basis, we reserve the right to close this recruitment process at any time.

How to Apply: Follow this link to apply: –  https://sparkmicrogrants.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=38&source=aWQ9MQ%3D%3D

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spark Microgrants provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Spark are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Spark does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Spark will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship to daily operations.

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Head of Location

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location: Kayonza District

Supervisor: Director of programs

Deadline:    04th April 2022

Context of the position 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for a competent Head of location, in one of its locations based in Kayonza District

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Two Project Field Officers

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location: Gicumbi District

Supervisor: Head of Projects & RBM

Deadline: 04th April 2022

Context of the position 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for competent Project Officers, in one of its locations.

(Gicumbi Location).

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Project Accountant

Type of contract: Fixed term

Working location: Kigali

Supervisor: Chief Accountant

Deadline:  04th April 2022

Context of the position 

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent member association affiliated to the SOS Federation. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda leverages existing community resources to strengthen quality childcare and protection through a holistic continuum of care tailored to orphans, vulnerable children, and their families. SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda actively advocates for the promotion of childcare and child protection. In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operate in four locations based in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe Districts. In order to further fulfil the above-mentioned responsibilities, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for competent Project Accountant, who will base at SOS Country Office in Kigali.

Kanda kumwanya wifuza kureba:

1. Director Quality Assurance at University of Kigali: Deadline: 25-04-2022
2. Human Resource Manager at University of Kigali :Deadline :25-04-2022
3. Professor in Procurement and Supply Chain Management at University of Kigali : Deadline” 25-04-2022