JOB OPPORTUNITY: Human Resources and Operations Coordinator – EDC Rwanda

Organization Background: Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunities. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world.

EDC promotes equity and access to high-quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work.

Project Background: EDC currently implements 2 projects in Rwanda. USAID Umurimo Kuri Bose (UKB) is a 2-year project that aims to increase employability skills of youth with disabilities in 12 districts, while fostering an enabling environment for youth with disabilities to be able to access and succeed in employment and self-employment. Mastercard Foundation Building Resilience in TVET through E-learning (BRITE) is a 2-Year project funded by the Mastercard Foundation, through the COVID-19 Recovery and Resilience Program (CRRP). BRITE is implemented by Education Development Center (EDC) in support and close collaboration with Rwanda Polytechnic (RP) and Rwanda TVET Board (RTB) to integrate e-learning into TVET trainings and learning. BRITE support will essentially focus on following components (1) Transferable Employability Skills through Interactive Audio Lessons, (2) Technical Trade-based e-learning and; (3) E-work based learning for remote support to students during their industrial attachment and internships. BRITE will serve the eight (8) Integrated Polytechnic Regional Centers (IPRCs) and in some TVET Schools.

Position Description: The Human Resources and Operations Coordinator will be responsible for EDC’s Rwanda Human Resources and Operations activities under the guidance and supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager. He/she will ensure that project Human Resources and operations function smoothly in accordance with EDC policies and procedures and in compliance with donor requirements.  He/she will be in charge of EDC ‘s day-to-day Human Resources and operations activities including: Payroll management, timesheet management, consultancy contracts; procurement, transport and logistics, operational strategy, and support service management so that the project’s programs can run smoothly and adhere to consistent organization HR & operations policies and procedures. He/she will supervise the operations and procurement team, including procurement assistant, drivers, office cleaners, and security.

He/she will effectively interact with a diverse staff, engage as a member of a team, accept feedback, troubleshoot questions or problems and seek help, participate in regular planning activities with technical teams for seamless administrative and logistical support, supervision, and support as needed.

This position reports to the Finance and Administration Manager.

Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:

 1. HUMAN RESOURCES:

• Ensure compliance and alignment of EDC’s HR policies and practices to Rwanda Labor Law.
• Coordinate staff recruitment tasks including: job postings, shortlisting of candidates, setting interviews schedules, filing of staff selection process;
• Maintain all HR record keeping system and files such as personnel files and the staff vacation plan and use as per EDC policy.
• Ensure implementation of time and attendance policy by project staff as per EDC internal rules.
• Ensure that staff submit their timesheets on a timely basis, review timesheets for accuracy.
• Liaise with the leadership and Finance and Administration Manager in organizing staff team building activities and staff meetings.
• Liaise with Finance and Administration Manager in orienting new staff to the EDC policy and procedures manuals.
• Ensure that personnel files as well as any other private and sensitive information are securely stored and not accessible to wider staff to protect the privacy and confidentiality of all staff.
• Make available all HR & administration templates to project staff.
• Liaise with Finance and Administration Manager, and EDC Home Office in updating the Policies and Procedures Manual whenever needed.
• Support the Finance and Administration Manager and EDC Leadership team to develop appropriate local human resource practices and assist with the local Policies, Procedures and Systems.
• Supervise Drivers, Office and Logistics Assistant, Janitors/cleaners.
• Plan, organize, and independently carry out workload priorities to ensure smooth and timely coordination and production.
• Apply organizational terms, procedures, systems, and policies.
• Perform any other duties as may be requested by the supervisor.

2. PROCUREMENT: 

He will assure that the most reasonable, fair, expeditious, and appropriate procurement choices are made in a transparent manner in accordance with EDC, USAID and Mastercard Foundation procurement processes. This includes:

• Coordinate procurement of goods and services from local vendors
• Ensure that the terms of reference include the correct specifications
• Develop and coordinate sourcing strategy
• Coordinate the process for supplier selection and evaluation
• Ensure quality Assurance
• Bid analysis: review, ensure accuracy, and approve based on the threshold.
• Purchase requisition and Purchase order: review, ensure accuracy, and sign

3. LOGISTICS:

Transport:

• Ensure that EDC’s equipment and vehicles have the ability to perform at acceptable standards.
• Oversee vehicle registration, maintenance, travel plans, mileage, fuel, and driver performance.
• Make sure first aids and emergency contacts in each vehicle is up to date
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of vehicle log books
• Ensure the security of vehicles in Kigali and the field.
• Budget for transportation and logistics activities.

Meetings:

• Receive and Review requests.
• Review, ensure accuracy, and sign on purchase requisitions and Purchase orders.
• Vet the venues
• Make sure participants lists, photo/video disclaimers, and other required documents are filled in

Hotel booking and airport pick up for STTAs:

• Supervise the hotel bookings and organize the airport pick up.
• Interact with senior management on issues related to the visitors’ transportation and logistics.

Stock:

• Review and approve the stock report.
• From time to time conduct stock counting
• Approve request for stock (in & out)
• Supervise the stock tidiness.

Office maintenance, cleaning, and security:

• Approves and supervise the office maintenance and security
• Responsible for the maintenance of office premises, supplies, and equipment.

Registration:

• In charge of project registration and insurance renewals.

4. LEASES

• File all the leases
• Arrange leases for the project office and international staff residences (including looking for houses for international staff when needed)
• Prepare the lease for HQ approval
• Do the security check for residences.

 5. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

• Manage all contracts from service providers.
• Manage all contracts from consultants
• Will be the liaison with third party service providers such as security, sanitation, and utility providers
• The HR& operations coordinator will ensure that standard procedures are followed when third-party service providers are hired and that the third party properly executes in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

6. IT

• Supervise the office network
• Manage all EDC-Rwanda IT Equipment
• Approve IT Consultant invoices and timesheet
• Share reports as needed.
• Ensure telecommunication and connectivity are addressed and resolved.

7.  SECURITY & SAFETY FOCAL POINT (SSFP)

• Serve as the SSFP focal point for EDC-Rwanda
• Liaise with Security Director from the home office
• Do security checks as needed.
• Update the Emergency Action plan as required.
• Orient new staff on EDC Security
• Keep record of all incidents reports.

Organizational Relationship

• Supervisor: Finance and Administration Manager
• Supervisees: Logistics Assistant and Drivers

Education Requirement:

• A Bachelor’s in Administration, Human Resources, procurement, Business studies or other related fields from a recognized institution
• Other relevant professional/management certifications

 Skills and Experience:

• At least 4 years of working experience in a similar work with at least 2 years of supervisory experience in operations, Human resources, maintenance, and/or administration.
• Demonstrated ability working on multiple and complex activities simultaneously.
• Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations (particularly experience with USAID procurement regulations) will be an advantage.
• Ability to supervise, maintain confidentiality, and use sound judgment on sensitive matters.
• Ability to develop effective work plans and priorities in order to meet business objectives.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal or no supervision.
• Knowledge of Administration processes, procurement, logistics, HR systems, and principles.
• Knowledge of computer packages (including Excel, Word, PPP, and other)
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal relations
• Confidentiality and Ethical behavior.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills

Application process: Interested candidates should submit their application via email ryp@edc.org addressed to the EDC Country Director, including a CV and Cover letter, not later than November 30, 2021 midnight.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.

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 Background Information

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Rwanda Chapter is a pan-African non-governmental organization founded in 1997 to promote girls’ and women’s education.  With headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, FAWE has a network of 34 National Chapters in 33 countries. FAWE Rwanda Chapter aims to build a world in which gender disparities in education are eliminated and Rwandese girls access education, perform well and complete their studies. We promote gender equity and equality in education by fostering positive policies, practices, and attitudes towards girls’ education.

It is from this background that FAWE Rwanda Chapter in partnership with Beautiful World Canada Foundation, a Canadian philanthropic organisation that support comprehensive scholarships for girls’ education are seeking to recruit a Program officer who is highly motivated, result oriented, eager to learn, easily connects with scholars and has integrity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

 Job Title: Program Officer, Beautiful World Canada

Reports to: Programs Coordinator

Responsible for: Beautiful World Canada Foundation (Global Affairs Canada program)

Job Purpose: To recruit, select and Manage scholars under Beautiful World Canada’s scholarship, enforcing and monitoring the implementation of the program.

Key Result Areas:

1) Manage scholarship beneficiaries’ database by constantly updating and entering new beneficiaries.
2) Organize workshop and meeting to sensitize girls and mentors
3) Collect success stories related to scholarship and mentoring for documentations
4) Follow up mentoring program by organizing trainings and school visit for mentors
5)  Follow up both academic reports and mentors’ reports
6)  Ensure that scholarship funds are available on time and distributed to schools in a timely manner
7)  Ensure overall coordination of all empowerment activities as identified and defined by FAWE
8)  Provide quarterly reports to the donors through the Program Coordinator
9)  Co-ordinate with BWCF’s Graduation Preparatory Manager in regards to the implementation of the Graduation Preparatory program
10)  Provide timely student updates, photos, and videos to BWCF
11)  Training in Results Based Management an added advantage
12)  Execute any other task assigned by the supervisor

Personal Specifications

Qualifications:

1) A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project management, Development studies, and other related specializations

Experience:

1) At least 3 years in related work experience in non-government organisation
2) Experience working with a Women organization is an added advantage.
3. Experience working with an organisation with donor funded projects
3) Ability to write timely and high-quality reports.
4. Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation as well as data collection.

Key Competences

1. A quick learner
2. Confidentiality and Ethical behaviour
3. Teamwork
4. Good interpersonal relations
5. Ability to work under pressure of deadlines
6. Attention to detail
7. Ability to communicate in English (both writing and spoken)

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application at FAWE Rwanda Head office in Kimironko, REB Premises. Application should be submitted during working hours and not later than 26^th November 2021 at 4:00 Pm. The following documents are required.

• Motivation Letter/Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of National ID
• Copies of academic and professional credentials
• Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

 NB;

• Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

 Done at Kigali on 19^th November 2021

 Antonia MUTORO

National Coordinator

JOB OPPORTUNITY

 WASH AND HEALTH TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER 

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 29 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions are currently reaching more than 1.5 million people.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly-qualified, dedicated and experienced national for the role of WASH and Health Technical Program Manager. This critical position will be based at Head Office in Kigali.

 Purpose of the position:

The job holder will provide overall leadership in Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and Health for the National Office, ensuring alignment with Regional and Global Technical Sector strategies, to include advocacy, MEAL and integration with other Technical Programs and functional areas. Provides guidance to field staff for quality technical sector programming implementation. Determines National Office WASH and Health sector capacity gaps and develop capacity building plan with regional assistance. Seeks opportunities for WASH and Health sector implementation research, and communicates learnings from programming. Maps donors, understands their technical expectations, pre-positions the National Office for grants bids and leads the design and development of proposals. Strong and regular external engagement with technical sector stakeholders in the country. Maintains situation awareness of potential emergencies and ensures readiness for sector response.

The major responsibilities include:

 Technical Leadership and management: 30%

• Provide leadership in the designing and adaptation of the WASH sector under Integrated WASH and Health Technical Program
• Advise on implementation of approved WASH and health project models
• Accountable to assess and track quality of implementation and alignment to standards, government policies and Technical Program Detailed Implementation Plans.
• Provide technical leadership in the design and performance of water supply systems, ensuring alignment with national and global Technical Sector strategies.
• Provide technical support to WASH teams in all projects sites, including feasibility studies and evaluations, recommendation of appropriate technologies, and works supervision.
• Support the country office to develop typical engineering designs, BoQs, cost estimates, and specifications for commonly implemented WASH infrastructure, in line with international and country standards
• Conduct activities to assess quality in the field, solicit community and stakeholder feedback
• In collaboration with the finance unit, ensure planning and budgeting, project funding, expenditures, and process are aligned and operating smoothly.

Monitoring, Accountability, and Innovation 20%

• Work with the MEAL function to ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning, and reporting of all projects in the WASH program
• Promote research, documentation, and scaling up of best practices
• Ensure the development of the WASH capacity to focus strategically on initiatives which generate high-quality programing leading to measurable and sustainable development
• Ensure proper management and stewardship of donor and organizational resources
• Ensure that findings and recommendations from various accountability mechanisms such as Peer Review, Operational, and Finance Audits, Program evaluations, Program Capability Review, are acted upon in a timely and effective manner
• Develop departmental risk register, ensure its implementation to mitigate risks, and ensure accountability
• Monitor the implementation of WASH and Health audit recommendations

Donor engagement and Resource Mobilization: 15%

• Raise local resources for WASH and Health TP
• Develop proposals for WASH grants including integration with other sectors
• Track accountability to WASH specific grants
• Provide support to RAM in responding to appropriate request for applications for bilateral and multilateral sources in coordination with relevant SOs and management of grant funded program

 Collaboration and advocacy 15% 

Develop and maintain a national level Stakeholder Register, (that include Strategic Government Departments, Development Partners, Private Sector, Faith Based Organizations, Civil Society Organizations)

Networking with national WASH stakeholder

• Representing NO at sector-related forums
• Attending regional, national and local meetings as appropriate

Staff capacity development and performance management 15%

 Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry, and integrity through lifestyle and work relationships that support spiritual development of the team.

In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentored, and coached for development.

Assess and plan for staff capacities/competencies.

Engage appropriate SMEs for identified training gaps

Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through training, workshops, OJT, technical backstopping, etc.

Staff     supervision and guidance to ensure overall  quality and comprehensive management of technical program

Safeguarding and Faith & Development integration: 5%

 Ensuring alignment to safeguarding of program activities

Support Faith & Development integration

Ensure safeguarding training and orientation for all sector partners including community level

 Qualifications: Education, Competencies, and Experience

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

 Work Environment:

The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda

If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on WV Rwandawanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 2^nd December 2021; no late applications will be accepted.

As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Are you ready to make a real difference?  Do you want to help improve the lives of some of the most hardworking people in Africa, while also reducing carbon emissions? Do you want to use your skills to advance Africa towards a zero-carbon future, not just to make a living? Ampersand is your answer.

About Ampersand

Headquartered in Kigali in Rwanda, Ampersand is achieving the world’s first true mass-market shift to electric vehicles, a vital tipping point in the fight against climate change, through providing electric motorcycles to moto taxis drivers in East Africa. Our electric motorcycles offer savings that can double a driver’s income, in addition to reducing carbon emissions by more than 75%. Converting just one petrol motorbike to electric is the equivalent of the carbon captured by 128 trees.

We have successfully piloted an electric motorcycle and battery swap network in Kigali, with motorcycles in daily operation for two years and nearly 2 million km travelled. We have successfully raised $4M in venture capital. We are and are ready to further develop and scale up our tech and scale our operations. This is where you come in. This is where you come in. The team has grown from a tiny, bootstrapped R&D garage project into East Africa’s leading electric vehicle operation, with a team of 59 staff drawn from diverse backgrounds. We are rapidly scaling our operations, and we are looking for innovative professionals who are passionate about clean energy and environmental impact to lead and contribute to our rapid growth.

About the role 

Ampersand is looking for a competent and reliable Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the Construction and Facility department to assist in ensuring the excellent condition and functionality for Ampersand buildings, systems, and equipment. The responsibilities include overseeing all maintenance activities, performing the electrical maintenance, monitoring inventory, developing preventive maintenance procedures, and other related duties.

The ideal candidate will be the one with deep understanding of electrical standards and installation with basic knowledge of other building systems including plumbing and HVAC, maintenance procedures, and management skills.

The role will report to the Construction, Facility & Safety manager and it will have the following responsibilities:

• Oversee all maintenance undertakings for Ampersand HQ and charging stations facilities
• Conduct maintenance of electrical systems at the Ampersand charging stations and HQ and ensure all other systems of plumbing and HVAC operates well
• Perform periodic inspection on Ampersand facilities, equipment (racks, carts, camera systems.) to identify any issue
• Follow up with REG in case there is an issue from their installation
• Prepare material and cost estimates for maintenance activities and ensure the compliance with the budget
• Set up and enforce preventative maintenance procedures to reduce maintenance costs
• Manage the space and the furniture for Ampersand HQ and charging stations, repair locking systems for doors, windows and enhance cleanness at all facilities
• Monitor the construction/facility maintenance inventory through DEAR system, maintain purchase records within the authorized budget
• Supervise the contractors for the construction sites to ensure the compliance with the approved designs and general standards for both civil and MEP activities
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Minimum requirements

We are seeking qualified and motivated personnel with a deep knowledge and experience in building systems.  You are encouraged to apply if you meet the following:

• A1 certificate or equivalent qualifications in areas of electrical engineering, building management
• 5+ years of relevant experience, having worked in REG is an advantage
• Deep understanding of electrical installations and standards
• Basic understanding of plumbing and civil systems
• Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Managerial and Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work over the weekends or on holidays whenever requested

Timing 

ASAP

Compensation

A competitive compensation package commensurate with local market rates.

Job location

This role will be based in Kigali, Rwanda

How to apply

Candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter detailing their interest and aptitude for this position by the link:https://ampersandelectricmobility.teamtailor.com/jobs/1443348-facility-maintenance-technician

The deadline:18th December 2021.

1.Credit Risk Manager

Job Vacancy: Credit Risk Manager

Opening date:  November 18, 2021

Closing date:  November 26, 2021

About Ecobank Rwanda Plc

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is a full-service bank that joined the Rwandan market in 2007 with the aim of providing a broad range of products and Services to Consumer, Commercial and Corporates business segments.

The bank’s vision is to build a world-class bank and contribute to the economic development and financial integration of Rwanda and the region by providing customers with convenient and reliable financial products and services.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an affiliate under Ecobank Group and operates in Central East and Southern African (CESA) region.

In order to respond to our growing market with the required human capital, we are currently looking for experienced professional in the following area

Role Title: Credit Risk Manager

Reporting: Head of Credit

I. JOB PURPOSE:

 The Job has been designed by the management for the purpose of managing the credit risks for the overall bank’s credit portfolio in partnership with Head Credit. The purposes/main accountabilities for this role are in the following tasks:

• Works with other stakeholders to establish an appropriate strategy and enabling policies in support of the business strategy for all lending products;
• Works with other stakeholders to set up/upgrade the risk infrastructure (people, systems, etc.…);
• Supporting appropriate policies for different customer segments, allowing the sales team to enter approved target market segments;
• Review credit products and make appropriate recommendations where product is leading to high losses;
• In partnership with the business, take the responsibility for the credit performance;
• Provide hands-on training to the risk management and business teams;
• Work with the stakeholders to deliver the results within the risk governance framework;
• Work with the Group/Regional Credit, Group Commercial and Consumer credit, and /or Local Board to obtain approvals beyond the approved authority levels of the Country Credit Committee (BCC).

II. KEY RESULTS AREAS (KRA) AND ACTIVITIES

The main focus of credit risk review, approval, and control activities are as follows:

• KRA-1/ Target market and business strategy definition in conjunction with Business departments Heads, Head of Credit and Managing Director;
• KRA-2/ Together with business, development, review, and approval of product programs;
• KRA-3/ Reviews/approvals of credit facilities (PPs and CA packages) recommended by different business segments within the spirit of the GCPPM as well as in line with the approved PPs;
• KRA-4/Monitoring of credit facilities and program limits to ensure that they are observed and excesses are promptly addressed (including TODs and PDOs reviews);
• KRA-5/ Setting and monitoring of risk concentration limits;
• KRA-6/Supervision of credit administration and remedial units together with the units’ heads;
• KRA-7/Provision of risk management trainings within the country;
• KRA-8/Correction action on all Risk issues raised by the regulator, the internal auditors, the external auditors as well as the Group auditors.
• KRA-9/Maintain a good quality and well balanced and diversified Credit Portfolio
• KRA-10/Provide Credit Training and support to Credit Officers and Relationship Officers
• KRA-11/Monitor Projects financed by the banks together with Business Units
• KRA-12/Coordinate the process of Credit RCSAs
• KRA-13/Coordinate the management of E&S risks and provide related training to credit and relationship officers
• KRA-14/ Quality of leadership experienced throughout the unit and how effectively that translates into a conducive work environment and employee satisfaction
• KRA-15/ Ensure all policies of the Bank as well as laws and regulations relating to the Bank’s lending activities are observed
• KRA-16/Manage the credit Appraisal and approval system, ensuring that appropriate reviews of credit proposals are undertaken on a timely basis.

• NPL Targets
• Portfolio at risk targets
• NPL coverage Targets
• Achieve satisfactory audit ratings
• Credit Risk analysis and approval standards or benchmarks
• All credit files (PPs and CA packages) to be approved within the agreed SLA.
• Annual reviews/approvals of the Product Programs (PPs) every year.

IV. JOB CONTEXT

External relationship

• The regulator, Central Bank of Rwanda (BNR);
• External auditors;
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Internal relationship

• All business segments/departments: Corporate Bank, Commercial and Consumer Bank;
• Audit, Compliance, Internal control, Treasury, Legal, Operations, and Finance departments;
• Managing Director;
• Group/Regional Risk Management

V. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:

Educational Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Economics and/or Finance, Professional courses in Banking, MBA   

Experience:

• 6-10-year experience in the banking sector, managerial experience also required.
• Four years’ experience in credit risk management in the Banking sector

Language:

• English
• French

     Behaviour skills and technical skills

• Provide leadership and capacity development for the Risk Management department;
• Maintain productive working relationships with the line managers in the business development/Risk;
• To demonstrate ability in quantitative analysis;
• Working knowledge of credit risk, lending, and collections;
• Thorough understanding of credit scoring validation techniques;
• Detailed oriented with an eye for precision;
• Prior joining the position the employee must have a satisfactory evaluation marks and not blacklisted anywhere

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an equal opportunities company and females’ candidates are encouraged to apply, If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position on the subject matter

How to apply: Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter) via the “Apply for this job” button not later than November 26, 2021

Only those who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position

Due to expected high volume of applications we cannot respond to all applications and will only be contacting shortlisted applicants.

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2.Datawarehouse Support/ Administration Officer

Ecobank Rwanda Plc.

P.O. BOX: 3268 Kigali – Rwanda

 External recruitment Advert

Job Vacancy: Datawarehouse Support/ Administration Officer

Opening date:  November 18, 2021

Closing date:  November 26, 2021

About Ecobank Rwanda Plc

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is a full-service bank that joined the Rwandan market in 2007 with the aim of providing a broad range of products and Services to Consumer, Commercial and Corporates business segments.

The bank’s vision is to build a world-class bank and contribute to the economic development and financial integration of Rwanda and the region by providing customers with convenient and reliable financial products and services.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an affiliate under Ecobank Group and operates in Central East and Southern African (CESA) region.

In order to respond to our growing market with the required human capital, we are currently looking for experienced professional in the following area

Role Title: Datawarehouse Support/ Administration Officer

Reporting: Head Technology  

• JOB PURPOSE:

Provide development of new templates, enhancement, and support of the existing Datawarehouse templates. Ensure Datawarehouse platform is always availability and perform the backups

• JOB CONTEXT:

To ensure daily and monthly submission of DWH templates on time and comply with all Datawarehouse requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Applications support

• Provide all required assistance including enhancement of Electronic Datawarehouse templates
• Responsible for daily/Monthly Electronic Datawarehouse submission
• Support and develop/enhance applications as per Bank requirements

• Provide basic training to all staff on applications
• Provide all required technical requirement in process automation

Backups and restoration

• Ensure regular backups for Datawarehouse has been taken successfully and kept in offsite location as per approved backup and restore procedure.
• Monitor and ensure data replication of local application from Primary to Disaster Recovery Site.
• Liaise with Group Support team for any data replication issue on time and ensure timely recovery of data replication.
• Monitor database and backup space to avoid backup failures.

Reporting

• Check, review and submit daily and monthly BNR Data Warehouse data.
• Support users to validate BNR data warehouse data before submission
• Backend extraction of Core Banking data when requested by users.
• Work closely with Group Support to integrate Core Banking and other related application reports in Business Object reporting tool

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:

Experience & Qualifications

• Have at least Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or in any another related field
• Have minimum Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) and MS SQL Certified Professional
• Have at least 2 years of managing and supporting on core banking application such us Flexcube, T24, Finacle, Delta, Rubikon, etc…

Skills, Capabilities & Personal attributes

• Have very strong sql queries writing skills
• Have very strong skills in Programming languages, such as Java,JavaScript, Python,C++ e.t.c
• Have Very Strong skills in SQL Server DB/SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT)
• Have Strong knowledge in PL/SQL (combination of SQL along with the procedural features of programming languages)
• Have excellent understating of banking operations skills (customer onboarding, accounts management, products feature)
• Have object-oriented programming skills
• Have good understanding of servers operating systems administration (MS windows servers and Lunix)

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an equal opportunities company and females’ candidates are encouraged to apply, If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position on the subject matter

How to apply: Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter) via the “Apply for this job” button not later than November 26, 2021

Only those who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position

Due to expected high volume of applications we cannot respond to all applications and will only be contacting shortlisted applicants.

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3.Business Continuity Management (BCM) Coordinator

Ecobank Rwanda Plc.

P.O. BOX: 3268 Kigali – Rwanda

 External recruitment Advert

Job Vacancy: Business Continuity Management (BCM) Coordinator

Opening date:  November 18, 2021

Closing date:  November 26, 2021

About Ecobank Rwanda Plc

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is a full-service bank that joined the Rwandan market in 2007 with the aim of providing a broad range of products and Services to Consumer, Commercial and Corporates business segments.

The bank’s vision is to build a world-class bank and contribute to the economic development and financial integration of Rwanda and the region by providing customers with convenient and reliable financial products and services.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an affiliate under Ecobank Group and operates in Central East and Southern African (CESA) region.

In order to respond to our growing market with the required human capital, we are currently looking for experienced professional in the following area

Role Title: Business Continuity Management (BCM) Coordinator

Reporting: Country Risk Manager

I. JOB PURPOSE:

In consultation with Group BCM, ensure all the required BCM plans for the affiliate are completed and up to date, the required testing and exercises are completed to schedule and also act as the point of contact for the affiliate for BCM.

II. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• focuses on ensuring continuity in business processes before, during, and after a disaster. All business continuity plans should be executed as a team, with individuals from all departments of the business pitching in to get the business up and running again after a disaster.
• Manage the implementation and day-to-day functions related to creating Business Continuity Plans and Procedures, while also managing Disaster Recovery operations within the firm.
• Business Impact Analysis & Business Continuity Risk Assessments – Ensure the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) for all business functions within the affiliate are documented and up to date
• Contingency Planning – Identify potential Business Interruptions, develop safeguards against these interruptions, and implement recovery procedures in the event of a business interruption. Provide documentation and training on Contingency Planning concepts and procedures.
• Disaster Recovery – Safeguard data processing operations by identifying potential problem areas and single points of failure that may result in interruptions to critical data processing operations. Develop and implement Disaster Recovery, Back-up and Recovery, and Disaster Recovery Plans and Procedures.
• Business Recovery – Develop safeguards and Business Recovery Plans and Procedures governing the remote Business Offices and Operations associated with the organization. Ensure that Corporate Asset Protection procedures cover critical Business Resources located at Business Offices.
• Risk Management – Identify and Categorize outage exposures that could cause a business disruption, then obtain Insurance and Vendor agreements to safeguard against a disaster event. Responsible for insuring that Business and Regulatory Requirements are adhered to and that implemented recovery procedures and contracts are cost justifiable.
• Development – Directing or assisting in the development of Business Continuity Plans and Procedures and providing regular status updates to the Business Continuity Steering Committee.
• Change Management – Assessing the Business Continuity implications of proposed technological or organizational changes and coordinating any revisions to existing Business Continuity Plans and Procedures necessitated by such changes.
• Administration – Coordinating routine updates to the detailed information supporting the Business Continuity Procedures (e.g., contact lists, personnel assignments ,vital records management, and inventory lists, off-site back-up schedules, etc.). Coordinating electronic access to, and hard copy distribution of, the Business Continuity Plans and Procedures. Administering contracts and service agreements with Business Continuity service providers.
• Training and Awareness – Ensuring all personnel with specific Business Continuity responsibilities are adequately trained to fulfil their assigned responsibilities. Ensuring all employees maintain their familiarity with the relevant provisions of the Business Continuity Plans.
• Testing and exercising – Ensuring that all technical components of the Business Continuity Plans are successfully tested at least annually, or whenever significant changes are made to those components. Planning and coordinating at least one simulation exercise a year, involving all critical business units. Documenting the results of all tests and exercises and identifying any recommended enhancements to the Business Continuity Plans and Procedures.
• Execution – Providing on-call support for any emergency, which may require activation of all or part of the Business Continuity Plans. In the event that activation is required, serving as liaison between the Crisis Management Team (i.e., senior management) and the Business Continuity Teams (i.e., the teams recovering operations at the alternate facilities and the teams restoring operations at the home facility).
• Ensure that the various BCM strategies and activities are consistent and connected in terms objectives as well as compatibility, and conform to the enterprise BCM strategy and relevant ISO standards
• Align and exchange with corporate BCM to ensure the coherence between corporate, business, and technology BCM strategies
• Support and facilitate the communication amongst all stakeholders in order to drive strategic alignment and consistency of distinct BCMS component parts
• Manage ad-hoc requests from the management with respect to opinion papers, point of view, management presentations, etc.

III.  JOB CONTEXT 

 Business Continuity and Crisis Management

IV. JOB DIMENSION 

This role will functionally report into the Group BCM function. The job activities are governed by the Ecobank BCM Policy and Procedures and the local affiliates regulatory requirements.

V.  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelors’ degree, preferably in a related Bank / IT field
• 5 years’ experience gained working in either of the following business functions – BCM, Technology, Risk, or Operations
• Understanding of the business and organizational relationships within a Bank.
• Computer literate and comfortable working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong self-starter who has the ability to operate independently.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal / written communications. Must be able to interface and coordinate work efficiently and effectively with business partners in remote locations.
• Strong administrative skills, with effectiveness in developing tasks and managing resources to achieve target dates.
• Must be a leader and a productive team player.
• A thorough grounding in relevant ISO standards including the ISO223xx series (BCM), ISO31000 Risk Management, ISO27001 ICT Security. Formal certification in any of these standards an advantage
• Excellent understanding of the technology landscape and trends within the IT industry. With a profound understanding of how an enterprise BCM system is deployed and managed within an organization.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Outstanding research and analytical abilities.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an equal opportunities company and females’ candidates are encouraged to apply, If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position on the subject matter

How to apply: Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter) via the “Apply for this job” button not later than November 26, 2021

Only those who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position

Due to expected high volume of applications we cannot respond to all applications and will only be contacting shortlisted applicants.

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6. Duration of Contract

The position is available for immediate start and the duration of the initial contract is one year with possibility of renewal upon satisfactory performance.

7. Remuneration

An attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to successful candidate

8. HOW TO APPLY?

Interested candidates should send a short cover letter, CV and Academic credentials to recruitment@ipar-rwanda.org copy to info@ipar-rwanda.org by 09/12/2021 at 5 pm. Short listed candidates will then be interviewed shortly afterwards. Should you have any further questions please send e-mail on the above e-mails with “Senior Research Fellow Recruitment” in the subject line.

Eugenia KAYITESI

Executive Director

TERMS OF REFERENCE TO RECRUIT A RESEARCH FELLOW

BACKGROUND

The Institute of Policy analysis and Research (IPAR –Rwanda) is a fast growing indigenous, independent, not-for-profit Rwandan Institution. IPAR seeks to enhance evidence based policy making by conducting timely, relevant, high-quality, policy-oriented analysis and research. It also promotes a culture of debate and dialogue on policy issues in Rwanda.

In order to meet the increasing expectations from its stakeholders, IPAR is seeking to recruit experienced and highly motivated staff.

RESEARCH FELLOW (1 POSITION)

Desired Profile of the  Research Fellow

• Highly motivated research professional, with relevant Masters in Gender,  Environmental sciences or natural resources management; agriculture; social development  with at least 2 years of experience or Ph.D. or its equivalent from a top-tier university, good interpersonal skills, and at least 1 year of relevant research experience in a think-tank or active policy research Institute
• Self-starting and entrepreneurial individual with an understanding of policy analysis and how to influence the policymaking process
• Record of quality research output demonstrable by publications in policy documents and newspapers
• Some Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods and the willingness to learn and ability to transfer those skills to others
• Demonstrable research administration and budget management skills and the willingness to transfer those skills to others
• Record of experience in managing people, mentoring, and skills transfer within a multi-disciplinary research environment
• Experience of undertaking a similar role in a public policy research institute or think tank
•  Fluency in English is essential, working knowledge of French and/or Kinyarwanda is an added advantage
•  Numerate, with strong skills in micro-economic and statistical analysis, with expertise in statistical software (e.g. SPSS, STATA) is very desirable
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Qualified women are encouraged to apply

Reporting structure

The research fellow will report to the senior Research Fellow. They will have responsibility for leadership of research assistants.

A formal ‘Terms of Reference’ that clearly outlines delivery expectations will be agreed upon with the senior research fellow and Executive Director. Regular progress reports shall be submitted on the agreed intervals to be specified at the beginning of the contract, with a strong focus on delivery. External reporting will also be required to IPAR’s Board and funders.

Duration of Contract

The position is available for immediate start and the duration of the initial contract is for a period of  one year, with possibility of renewal upon satisfactory performance.

Remuneration

A competitive salary is available for this role, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY?

Interested candidates should send a short cover letter and CV to recruitment@ipar-rwanda.org with a copy to info@ipar-rwanda.org  by 09/12/2021 at 5 pm. Short listed candidates will then be interviewed shortly afterwards. Should you have any further questions please send e-mail on the above e-mail with “RF recruitment” in the subject line.

Sincerely,

Eugenia KAYITESI
Executive Director

Internal Vacancy Announcement

Project Coordinator

for

Coffee Innovation Fund in Rwanda

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).

 As an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations, the federally owned Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH supports the German Government in achieving its development-policy objectives. GIZ promotes complex reforms and change processes.

The programme for sustainable agricultural supply chains and standards works on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The aim of the program is to improve the conditions for sustainability in global agricultural supply chains. It promotes the development of sustainable growing regions, transparency in global supply chains, and the further development of sustainability standards. Together with other GIZ projects the programme is implementing the Coffee Innovation Fund to pilot innovative ideas to increase farmer incomes and create market access. The Fund is about to begin its third round, focusing on East African countries. The goal of the fund is to pilot innovative approaches in the coffee sector/supply chain in-country. GIZ is supporting by providing materials and services.

Location: Kigali

Fixed term: 31.03.2023

Position: one (1)

A. Responsibilities

• Responsible for the project implementation under the guidance of the head of project in Germany and under the supervision of the hosting programme in Rwanda
• Implementation of the activities of the Coffee Innovation Fund in Rwanda and monitoring of all activities in accordance with best practices in the professional field and in development cooperation.
• Ensuring that the activities are closely coordinated with other GIZ programmes in Rwanda, Germany, and worldwide
• Identifying synergies with other development partners in the coffee sector and agricultural innovation in Rwanda
• Contribute actively to reports (regular and ad-hoc), PR materials, requests from GIZ HQ, and other related tasks to reporting and communication.Responsible for the implementation of the Strategic Alliance (STA) with Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP) – “Decent livelihoods for tea workers and farmers” (develoPPP for jobs)
• Coordinating the Macadamia Project – Growing and processing macadamia nuts to enhance employment and to increase income in Rwanda” with Glaskiste / fairfood (develoPPP for jobs)

B.Tasks

1.Coffee Innovation Fund

Work with partner companies to develop project concept notes and budgets as well as monitor project progress

• Take actively part in meetings, workshops etc. on own initiative and on demand
• Conduct procurement of services and materials in accordance with GIZ requirements and in close coordination with the GIZ contract and finance staff
• Document the project in cooperation with the partner companies (factsheets, articles, etc.)
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of project results
• Cooperate closely with the other Coffee Innovation Fund country teams as well as GIZ headquarter
• Take actively part in meetings, workshops etc. on own initiative and on demand
• Be actively involved in transversal tasks/cross cutting issues (gender, conflict sensitivity, etc.)
• Contribute actively to any mainstreaming tasks of the Country Office team in Rwanda
• Support and execution of any other tasks assigned to by the management in HQ and the hosting programme in Rwanda

 2. Strategic Alliance with Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP develoPPP)

•  Local coordination of the cooperation with ETP and private partners
• Implement independently tasks assigned to GIZ (trainings, etc.) in the framework of the cooperation agreement with ETP
•  Monitor general advancement of the DPPs and the contributions of the private partners (as far as this is possible)
•  Review progress reports
• Advise the develoPPP Project Manager in regards to the Rwandan context
•  Liaise with the private partners and facilitate the exchange with relevant public institutions (in particular NAEB)

3. Macadamia Project – Growing and processing macadamia nuts to enhance employment and to increase income in Rwanda” with Glaskiste / fairfood (develoPPP for jobs)

• Work with partners on the implementation of activities and reporting
• Support the steering of the project by attending regular meetings of the steering committee as a mediator if required
•  Ensure compliance to GIZ administrative procedures
• Support the project by checking purchase contracts with gorilla nuts and with farmers
•  Liaise with the private partners and facilitate the exchange with relevant public institutions Assist monitoring and evaluation of the project

C. Required qualifications

 Qualifications and Professional experience

• Master’s degree in agriculture, international development, economics, business administration, or related field;
• At least five years professional experience in project management preferably in agricultural value chains, development cooperation, or sustainability, preferably with experience in the private sector or an international organisation;
• Good understanding of sustainability challenges in agriculture and global supply chains;
• Proven track record in understanding the role of innovations in the agricultural sector
• Knowledge of coffee or other agricultural commodities and markets is considered a strong asset;
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience in networking with private sector and associations;
• Experience in organizing events and exchange formats;
• Professionalism: Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results with accountability;

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
• Very good working knowledge of ICT and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
• Excellent knowledge of English, orally and written; being able to prepare documents with perfect grammar, professional style, and without spelling mistakes; fluent in Kinyarwanda
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed

 Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates, and references) until 3^rd December 2021 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 take into account when considering your application. Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali,Rwanda

 GIZ Office Rwanda reserves all rights!!

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Mango Telecom Ltd is a licensed Internet Service Provider (ISP) that is incorporated under the laws and regulations of the Republic of Rwanda. The company is engaged in the business of providing advanced information and Communication Technology (“ICT”) services based on 4G LTE, Fiber Connectivity, and 4G compatible devices. Mango Telecom Ltd is a leading Internet service provider and has evolved into a full-range Internet and business solutions provider.

AVAILLABLE POSITION: Accountant

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1 [One]

DIVISION: Finance

REPORT TO: Department Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Check compliance of internal transactions with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Manage relationships with taxation entities, industry and commerce, and other institutions.
• Declarations of all types of taxes as requested by Rwandan rules for the company and make sure it is done inappropriate time and in proper ways.

• Auditing and analyzing financial performance for the company
• Compiling and presenting financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis
• Ensure that financial statements and records comply with financial rules and regulations

• Preparation of audit report and cooperation with the external auditors.
• Monitoring EBM-related issues for all branches of the company.
• Analysis of financial transactions and shops expenses and check its compliance with finance principles.

• Checking products, prices accurately, and making sure all are updated in the EBM system.

• Complete other tasks assigned by superiors

JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven Experience of above 2 years in the finance field with related responsibilities.
• A0 degree in finance accounting or management holding CPA an advantage.
• Strong communication skills in English and local language Kinyarwanda both in writing and speaking.
• Being familiar with Rwanda taxation laws and EBS
• Must be proficient on the computer (Microsoft office).
• Strong pressure resistance and flexibility.

OTHER QUALITIES

• Teamwork commitment.
• Hard-working.
• honest.

The Interested Candidates should send their updated CV to this email: aphro.isingizwe@mangotelecom.rw

The deadline is 2021-11-25 at 5:00 PM.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

LuNa Smelter Ltd is Rwanda’s established tin smelter in Kigali Rwanda. As part of its optimization and localization plans the company is recruiting professionals to fully optimize its production capacity and hence cater for the country’s growing demand in the mining sector, and that of the region.

LuNa Smelter Ltd is looking for experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies;

2. Warehouse officer 

Reporting to: Warehouse Manager

Employment Type: Full time

Minimum Qualifications and skills requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business administration or logistics
• Forklift operation and driving is an added advantage
• Maticulate in record keeping
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ progressive experience as a warehouse officer or similar position
• Proficiency in Microsoft office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details
• Proficiency in English, French, and Kinyarwanda

Key areas of responsibilities and duties

a. Move inventory and materials across the different stores.
b. Process inventory requests for delivery.
c. Sort, organize, and store inventory in the proper location or shelves.
d. Package items and label correctly.
e. Scan delivered items and ensure proper quality and quantity.
f. Report damaged or missing inventory to the supervisors or head of departments.
g.  Stack and organize large bulk items.
h. Remove inventory from trucks or shipping and delivery to proper the proper location.
i.  Update logs and documentation for inventory processing.
j.  Move materials from facilities to workstations, pick-up locations, or other locations around the facility.
k.  Operate heavy machinery like forklifts to move or store inventory.
l.  Ensure workspace is free of debris and remove safety hazards from aisles.
m. Work as an active team member to complete team goals.
n.  Prepare documentation and inventory for audits.
o. All other duties assigned to him by the superiors as per the current requirement in the organization

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to submit their curriculum vitae (CV)  to hr@lunasmelter.com not later than Wednesday November 24, 2021.

Email subject must clearly state the “job title” you are applying for.

CV Naming: Your CV name must bear both your first and second names respectively.

 Note: These positions are open locally. All candidates applying for this position will be selected on merit and only those short-listed will be invited for interviews.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

LuNa Smelter Ltd is Rwanda’s established tin smelter in Kigali Rwanda. As part of its optimization and localization plans the company is recruiting professionals to fully optimize its production capacity and hence cater for the country’s growing demand in the mining sector, and that of the region.

LuNa Smelter Ltd is looking for experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies;

1. Procurement officer 

Reporting to: Procurement Manager

Employment Type: Full time

Minimum Qualifications and skills requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and logistics
• Minimum of 2 years’ progressive experience as a procurement officer or similar position
• Proficiency in Microsoft office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details.
• Proficiency in English, French, and Kinyarwanda

 Key areas of responsibilities and duties

a. Oversee and supervise all activities of the purchasing department
b. Prepare plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies
c. Prepare purchase orders for all acquisition needs,
d. Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures
e. Review, compare, analyse and approve products and services to be sources
f. Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery notes, product ranges
g. Maintain good supplier relations
h. Help in researching and evaluating prospective suppliers
i. Help in preparing budgets, cost analysis and reports
j. All other duties assigned to him by the superiors as per the current requirement in the organization

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to submit their curriculum vitae (CV)  to hr@lunasmelter.com not later than Wednesday November 24, 2021.

Email subject must clearly state the “job title” you are applying for.

CV Naming: Your CV name must bear both your first and second names respectively.

 Note: These positions are open locally. All candidates applying for this position will be selected on merit and only those short listed will be invited for interviews

Ecobank Rwanda Plc.

P.O. BOX: 3268 Kigali – Rwanda

 External recruitment Advert

Job Vacancy: Business Continuity Management (BCM) Coordinator

Opening date:  November 18, 2021

Closing date:  November 26, 2021

About Ecobank Rwanda Plc

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is a full-service bank that joined the Rwandan market in 2007 with the aim of providing a broad range of products and Services to Consumer, Commercial and Corporates business segments.

The bank’s vision is to build a world-class bank and contribute to the economic development and financial integration of Rwanda and the region by providing customers with convenient and reliable financial products and services.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an affiliate under Ecobank Group and operates in Central East and Southern African (CESA) region.

In order to respond to our growing market with the required human capital, we are currently looking for experienced professional in the following area

Role Title: Business Continuity Management (BCM) Coordinator

Reporting: Country Risk Manager

I. JOB PURPOSE:

In consultation with Group BCM, ensure all the required BCM plans for the affiliate are completed and up to date, the required testing and exercises are completed to schedule and also act as the point of contact for the affiliate for BCM.

II. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• focuses on ensuring continuity in business processes before, during, and after a disaster. All business continuity plans should be executed as a team, with individuals from all departments of the business pitching in to get the business up and running again after a disaster.
• Manage the implementation and day-to-day functions related to creating Business Continuity Plans and Procedures, while also managing Disaster Recovery operations within the firm.
• Business Impact Analysis & Business Continuity Risk Assessments – Ensure the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) for all business functions within the affiliate are documented and up to date
• Contingency Planning – Identify potential Business Interruptions, develop safeguards against these interruptions, and implement recovery procedures in the event of a business interruption. Provide documentation and training on Contingency Planning concepts and procedures.
• Disaster Recovery – Safeguard data processing operations by identifying potential problem areas and single points of failure that may result in interruptions to critical data processing operations. Develop and implement Disaster Recovery, Back-up and Recovery, and Disaster Recovery Plans and Procedures.
• Business Recovery – Develop safeguards and Business Recovery Plans and Procedures governing the remote Business Offices and Operations associated with the organization. Ensure that Corporate Asset Protection procedures cover critical Business Resources located at Business Offices.
• Risk Management – Identify and Categorize outage exposures that could cause a business disruption, then obtain Insurance and Vendor agreements to safeguard against a disaster event. Responsible for insuring that Business and Regulatory Requirements are adhered to and that implemented recovery procedures and contracts are cost justifiable.
• Development – Directing or assisting in the development of Business Continuity Plans and Procedures and providing regular status updates to the Business Continuity Steering Committee.
• Change Management – Assessing the Business Continuity implications of proposed technological or organizational changes and coordinating any revisions to existing Business Continuity Plans and Procedures necessitated by such changes.
• Administration – Coordinating routine updates to the detailed information supporting the Business Continuity Procedures (e.g., contact lists, personnel assignments ,vital records management, and inventory lists, off-site back-up schedules, etc.). Coordinating electronic access to, and hard copy distribution of, the Business Continuity Plans and Procedures. Administering contracts and service agreements with Business Continuity service providers.
• Training and Awareness – Ensuring all personnel with specific Business Continuity responsibilities are adequately trained to fulfil their assigned responsibilities. Ensuring all employees maintain their familiarity with the relevant provisions of the Business Continuity Plans.
• Testing and exercising – Ensuring that all technical components of the Business Continuity Plans are successfully tested at least annually, or whenever significant changes are made to those components. Planning and coordinating at least one simulation exercise a year, involving all critical business units. Documenting the results of all tests and exercises and identifying any recommended enhancements to the Business Continuity Plans and Procedures.
• Execution – Providing on-call support for any emergency, which may require activation of all or part of the Business Continuity Plans. In the event that activation is required, serving as liaison between the Crisis Management Team (i.e., senior management) and the Business Continuity Teams (i.e., the teams recovering operations at the alternate facilities and the teams restoring operations at the home facility).
• Ensure that the various BCM strategies and activities are consistent and connected in terms objectives as well as compatibility, and conform to the enterprise BCM strategy and relevant ISO standards
• Align and exchange with corporate BCM to ensure the coherence between corporate, business, and technology BCM strategies
• Support and facilitate the communication amongst all stakeholders in order to drive strategic alignment and consistency of distinct BCMS component parts
• Manage ad-hoc requests from the management with respect to opinion papers, point of view, management presentations, etc.

III.  JOB CONTEXT 

 Business Continuity and Crisis Management

IV. JOB DIMENSION 

This role will functionally report into the Group BCM function. The job activities are governed by the Ecobank BCM Policy and Procedures and the local affiliates regulatory requirements.

V.  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelors’ degree, preferably in a related Bank / IT field
• 5 years’ experience gained working in either of the following business functions – BCM, Technology, Risk, or Operations
• Understanding of the business and organizational relationships within a Bank.
• Computer literate and comfortable working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong self-starter who has the ability to operate independently.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal / written communications. Must be able to interface and coordinate work efficiently and effectively with business partners in remote locations.
• Strong administrative skills, with effectiveness in developing tasks and managing resources to achieve target dates.
• Must be a leader and a productive team player.
• A thorough grounding in relevant ISO standards including the ISO223xx series (BCM), ISO31000 Risk Management, ISO27001 ICT Security. Formal certification in any of these standards an advantage
• Excellent understanding of the technology landscape and trends within the IT industry. With a profound understanding of how an enterprise BCM system is deployed and managed within an organization.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Outstanding research and analytical abilities.

Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an equal opportunities company and females’ candidates are encouraged to apply, If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position on the subject matter

How to apply: Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter) via the “Apply for this job” button not later than November 26, 2021

Only those who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position

Due to expected high volume of applications we cannot respond to all applications and will only be contacting shortlisted applicants.

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