Terms of Reference for Recruitment.

AJPRODHO – JIJUKIRWA, “Association de la Jeunesse pour la Promotion des Droits de L’Homme et le Développement,” is a non-profit, non-Governmental Organization, dedicated to protect, promote human rights and Development registered with legal personality N0. 19/11, working to improve the situation of youth and children in Rwanda through human rights promotion, protection, research, advocacy, economic empowerment, and civil society strengthening.

Position: Programs Manager

Purpose: Programs Manager will play a key role in all aspects of activity management, coordination, planning, implementation, and reporting.

Reporting: This position will directly report to the Executive secretary

Location: Kigali-based.

Duration:  Full time

Starting date: 1^st Oct 2021

Date of Publication: 10^th Sep 2021

SCOPE OF WORK: The primary duties of the programs Manager will include:

• Coordinate all projects and activities within the organization
• Planning and implementation of the national project activities, providing proposals, and liaising with the technical staff and project coordinators in developing work plans, procurement, consultancies, budgeting, and disbursements.
• Establish close collaboration and working arrangements with an interdisciplinary team composed of experts from centralized and decentralized public services, NGOs, private sector, and other professional associations, to ensure timely conduct of organization activities.
• Monitor and supervise the execution of project and organization activities, and ensuring in particular close working relations with local authorities, and providing technical support and general supervision of District Project coordinators.
• Prepare the terms of reference and identify consultants/institutions to undertake assignments in accordance with the approved annual Work Plan, and submit required documentation to the executive secretary for approval.
• Organize and Participate in project meetings and workshops and other activities as required;
• Work in close collaboration with donors, partners, and public focal persons providing them with periodical reports on the progress of project activities and issues arising;
• Maintain close contacts with partners, ensuring adequate communication of organization and project activities
• Prepare, review quarterly, Annual reports and action Plan
• Any other duties as assigned by his superior

Skills and experience

• University qualification- minimum Bachelor’s degree or masters in any of the following disciplines Development studies, project management, international development, Law, governance, social sciences, communications, Education, economics or Health management and development or other relevant discipline.
• At least five years’ experience in development project management and/ or administration, including proposal development, fundraising skills, managing budgets, activity monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Outstanding analytical and written skills, in English, with experience producing high-quality reports and other documentation for organization and other audiences.
• Demonstrated high-level interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, with the ability develop and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, public, development partners, private sector, and CSO’s in general.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to priorities, own workload, work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and deliver quality outputs within agreed timeframes.
• Strong and demonstrable proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word©, Excel©, and PowerPoint©
• Experience with using information systems to generate complex reports and analysis to inform programs management and decision-making.
• Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and inclusion principles and a commitment to ensuring these are integrated into all aspects of work.
• Extensive, current professional networks across a range of sectors in Rwanda and beyond.
• Website knowledge/ management and social media experience (highly desirable).

 How to apply

Please apply by e-mail to ajprodhojijukirwa@yahoo.com mentioning ‘AJPRODHO Programs Manager’ in the subject line. The application package must include the following:

A motivation letter

Updated Curriculum vitae

Copies of degrees/Diploma

Providing recent references for reference check

Deadlines of receiving applications: 18 September 2021

Interested candidates should send an application letter via the following emails: Info@ajprodhojijukirwa.org  and copy ajprodhojijukirwa@yahoo.com     and jijukirwaajprodho@gamil.com

Note: Qualified Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

 Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Chairperson /AJPRODHO

Mutsinzi Musa

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How to Apply

Application send by the link:https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?JobOpeningId=39639&HRS_JO_PST_SEQ=1&hrs_site_id=2 not later than 18th, September 2021

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1.Field Accountant

Vacancy Announcement – Field Accountant

Services Company Outgrowers Nyaruguru (North) Ltd (SCON (N)) was established to support the planting of tea on approximately 3,400 Ha of land by 6,000 smallholder farmers. This is achieved through the provision of agronomic advice, Farmer Field School training, Finance, and Production Logistics and it is anticipated that our contribution shall have a significant systemic impact on the sector by providing at least 75% of the tea supply to Unilever’s new factory.

SCON(N) is seeking to recruit a self-motivated and proactive individual to take up the role of Field Accountant. Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the role shall be responsible for various project accounts ensuring proper account management and reporting of all assigned accounts that cut across more than one company.

Key responsibilities

• To monitor green leaf tea flow between the field and factory and maintenance of farmer green leaf data as necessary, ensuring that there are no unnecessary delays in the green leaf flow and if so, follow up with relevant authorities.
• To control and coordinate all matters relating to field office accounts including coordinating purchases, raising invoices for goods and services supplied, processing suppliers’ invoices, processing statutory payments, and chasing up debtors’ payment.
• Maintain and control field/casual workers payroll including daily attendance records and reconciliation to number of workers present.
• Maintain and control tea nursery data and ensuring accurate allocation of data.
• Maintain updated and accurate records of all inputs issued to farmers and reconcile them with purchased goods and ensure all are invoiced to farmers.
• To maintain updated farmer ageing report
• Maintain an updated fixed asset register always reconciled with HIT
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• To coordinate cash requirements and assist with collection on paydays.
• To assist in the budget process where appropriate and prepare field office budgets.
• Prepare weekly bank and petty cash reconciliations and maintain field office petty cash.
• Handle daily backups of the accounting information system.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by superior from time to time.

Key qualifications, skills and competencies.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics or relevant equivalent field.
• Professional qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ACCA qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years accounting experience in a similar working environment.
• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures.
• Detail-oriented: an attention to detail for tasks with zero tolerance for errors and proactiveness to probe further into data.
• Deadline-orientated with strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and stick to time constraints is critical.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent command of both oral and written English is essential.
• Ability to learn quickly and manage workload in a cooperative and demanding environment.
• Demonstrable in-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Government of Rwanda taxation, employment policies.
• Expected to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity and conduct yourself in a manner that is beyond reproach at all times.

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 the 17^th of September 2021​.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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2.Farmer Liaison Officer

Vacancy Announcement – Farmer Liaison Officer

Services Company Outgrowers Nyaruguru (North) Ltd (SCON (N)) was established to support the planting of tea on approximately 3,400 Ha of land by 6,000 smallholder farmers. This is achieved through the provision of agronomic advice, Farmer Field School training, Finance, and Production Logistics and it is anticipated that our contribution shall have a significant systemic impact on the sector by providing at least 75% of the tea supply to Unilever’s new factory.

SCON(N) is seeking to recruit a qualified, detail-oriented, dynamic and self-motivated individual to take up the role of Farmer Liaison Officer. Reporting to the General Manager, the role shall be responsible for handling smallholder farmer queries and coordinating the Farmer Field Schools programs.

Key Responsibilities:

 Liaison

• Raise awareness on SCON(N)’s mission, vision, and objectives to its Outgrowers and key partners;
• Build a good working relationship between SCON (N) and the local community and the Outgrowers;
• Receive, record, and proactively resolve farmer queries or conflicts that may arise between SCON(N) and farmers or other staff and local authorities and escalate where necessary to General Manager;
• Collect and analyze feedback from SCON(N) farmers to identify opportunities to improve the relationship between SCON and Outgrowers and to monitor how farmer livelihood is improving through working with SCON(N); and
• Maintain up-to-date Outgrowers files (Contract and other related documents).

 Farmer Field School Coordination and Administration

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of the training courses and the work of the trained facilitators at all levels to ensure that the training follows the basic principles;
• Contribute to the production of training materials and ensure their timely availability to the FFS participants;
• Provide advice on post activities follow-up of graduated FFS members;
• Assess and advise on SCON(N) Outgrowers family grievances that may arise and which are related to tea planting under SCON(N) scheme;
• Monitor and report health and safety issues within SCON catchment’s activities and households of SCON(N) outgrowers;
• Coordinate social welfare activities among SCON(N) stakeholders, draft applicable welfare policies, and assess compliance against existing ones;
• Emphasize on how SCON(N) farmers and partners should comply with rainforest alliance certification requirements, and health and safety matters;
• Compile reports on particular incidents, events, meetings, or updates on important issues for the business; and
• Do any other tasks assign by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies.

• Sound tea farming knowledge, ideally with a Bachelors’ degree in an agricultural-related discipline.
• Familiarity with practical tea farming and farmers Field Schools (FFSs) matters is a must.
• At least three years proven working experience in a similar role.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Good organization skills with the ability to multi-task.

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 the 17^th of September 2021​.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Vacancy Announcement – Field Accountant

Services Company Outgrowers Nyaruguru (North) Ltd (SCON (N)) was established to support the planting of tea on approximately 3,400 Ha of land by 6,000 smallholder farmers. This is achieved through the provision of agronomic advice, Farmer Field School training, Finance, and Production Logistics and it is anticipated that our contribution shall have a significant systemic impact on the sector by providing at least 75% of the tea supply to Unilever’s new factory.

SCON(N) is seeking to recruit a self-motivated and proactive individual to take up the role of Field Accountant. Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the role shall be responsible for various project accounts ensuring proper account management and reporting of all assigned accounts that cut across more than one company.

Key responsibilities

• To monitor green leaf tea flow between the field and factory and maintenance of farmer green leaf data as necessary, ensuring that there are no unnecessary delays in the green leaf flow and if so, follow up with relevant authorities.
• To control and coordinate all matters relating to field office accounts including coordinating purchases, raising invoices for goods and services supplied, processing suppliers’ invoices, processing statutory payments, and chasing up debtors’ payment.
• Maintain and control field/casual workers payroll including daily attendance records and reconciliation to number of workers present.
• Maintain and control tea nursery data and ensuring accurate allocation of data.
• Maintain updated and accurate records of all inputs issued to farmers and reconcile them with purchased goods and ensure all are invoiced to farmers.
• To maintain updated farmer ageing report
• Maintain an updated fixed asset register always reconciled with HIT
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• To coordinate cash requirements and assist with collection on paydays.
• To assist in the budget process where appropriate and prepare field office budgets.
• Prepare weekly bank and petty cash reconciliations and maintain field office petty cash.
• Handle daily backups of the accounting information system.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by superior from time to time.

Key qualifications, skills and competencies.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics or relevant equivalent field.
• Professional qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ACCA qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years accounting experience in a similar working environment.
• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures.
• Detail-oriented: an attention to detail for tasks with zero tolerance for errors and proactiveness to probe further into data.
• Deadline-orientated with strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and stick to time constraints is critical.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent command of both oral and written English is essential.
• Ability to learn quickly and manage workload in a cooperative and demanding environment.
• Demonstrable in-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Government of Rwanda taxation, employment policies.
• Expected to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity and conduct yourself in a manner that is beyond reproach at all times.

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 the 17^th of September 2021​.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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2.Farmer Liaison Officer

Vacancy Announcement – Farmer Liaison Officer

Services Company Outgrowers Nyaruguru (North) Ltd (SCON (N)) was established to support the planting of tea on approximately 3,400 Ha of land by 6,000 smallholder farmers. This is achieved through the provision of agronomic advice, Farmer Field School training, Finance, and Production Logistics and it is anticipated that our contribution shall have a significant systemic impact on the sector by providing at least 75% of the tea supply to Unilever’s new factory.

SCON(N) is seeking to recruit a qualified, detail-oriented, dynamic and self-motivated individual to take up the role of Farmer Liaison Officer. Reporting to the General Manager, the role shall be responsible for handling smallholder farmer queries and coordinating the Farmer Field Schools programs.

Key Responsibilities:

 Liaison

• Raise awareness on SCON(N)’s mission, vision, and objectives to its Outgrowers and key partners;
• Build a good working relationship between SCON (N) and the local community and the Outgrowers;
• Receive, record, and proactively resolve farmer queries or conflicts that may arise between SCON(N) and farmers or other staff and local authorities and escalate where necessary to General Manager;
• Collect and analyze feedback from SCON(N) farmers to identify opportunities to improve the relationship between SCON and Outgrowers and to monitor how farmer livelihood is improving through working with SCON(N); and
• Maintain up-to-date Outgrowers files (Contract and other related documents).

 Farmer Field School Coordination and Administration

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of the training courses and the work of the trained facilitators at all levels to ensure that the training follows the basic principles;
• Contribute to the production of training materials and ensure their timely availability to the FFS participants;
• Provide advice on post activities follow-up of graduated FFS members;
• Assess and advise on SCON(N) Outgrowers family grievances that may arise and which are related to tea planting under SCON(N) scheme;
• Monitor and report health and safety issues within SCON catchment’s activities and households of SCON(N) outgrowers;
• Coordinate social welfare activities among SCON(N) stakeholders, draft applicable welfare policies, and assess compliance against existing ones;
• Emphasize on how SCON(N) farmers and partners should comply with rainforest alliance certification requirements, and health and safety matters;
• Compile reports on particular incidents, events, meetings, or updates on important issues for the business; and
• Do any other tasks assign by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies.

• Sound tea farming knowledge, ideally with a Bachelors’ degree in an agricultural-related discipline.
• Familiarity with practical tea farming and farmers Field Schools (FFSs) matters is a must.
• At least three years proven working experience in a similar role.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Good organization skills with the ability to multi-task.

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 the 17^th of September 2021​.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply job here

Vacancy Announcement – Farmer Liaison Officer

Services Company Outgrowers Nyaruguru (North) Ltd (SCON (N)) was established to support the planting of tea on approximately 3,400 Ha of land by 6,000 smallholder farmers. This is achieved through the provision of agronomic advice, Farmer Field School training, Finance, and Production Logistics and it is anticipated that our contribution shall have a significant systemic impact on the sector by providing at least 75% of the tea supply to Unilever’s new factory.

SCON(N) is seeking to recruit a qualified, detail-oriented, dynamic and self-motivated individual to take up the role of Farmer Liaison Officer. Reporting to the General Manager, the role shall be responsible for handling smallholder farmer queries and coordinating the Farmer Field Schools programs.

Key Responsibilities:

 Liaison

• Raise awareness on SCON(N)’s mission, vision, and objectives to its Outgrowers and key partners;
• Build a good working relationship between SCON (N) and the local community and the Outgrowers;
• Receive, record, and proactively resolve farmer queries or conflicts that may arise between SCON(N) and farmers or other staff and local authorities and escalate where necessary to General Manager;
• Collect and analyze feedback from SCON(N) farmers to identify opportunities to improve the relationship between SCON and Outgrowers and to monitor how farmer livelihood is improving through working with SCON(N); and
• Maintain up-to-date Outgrowers files (Contract and other related documents).

 Farmer Field School Coordination and Administration

• Monitor and evaluate the quality of the training courses and the work of the trained facilitators at all levels to ensure that the training follows the basic principles;
• Contribute to the production of training materials and ensure their timely availability to the FFS participants;
• Provide advice on post activities follow-up of graduated FFS members;
• Assess and advise on SCON(N) Outgrowers family grievances that may arise and which are related to tea planting under SCON(N) scheme;
• Monitor and report health and safety issues within SCON catchment’s activities and households of SCON(N) outgrowers;
• Coordinate social welfare activities among SCON(N) stakeholders, draft applicable welfare policies, and assess compliance against existing ones;
• Emphasize on how SCON(N) farmers and partners should comply with rainforest alliance certification requirements, and health and safety matters;
• Compile reports on particular incidents, events, meetings, or updates on important issues for the business; and
• Do any other tasks assign by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies.

• Sound tea farming knowledge, ideally with a Bachelors’ degree in an agricultural-related discipline.
• Familiarity with practical tea farming and farmers Field Schools (FFSs) matters is a must.
• At least three years proven working experience in a similar role.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Good organization skills with the ability to multi-task.

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 the 17^th of September 2021​.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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About AFR:

Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR) is a Rwandan not-for-profit company established in 2010 by the Governments of United Kingdom and Rwanda. AFR is currently funded by UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO), Sweden, the MasterCard Foundation, and USAID.

AFR is part of the broader Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Network of programmes in Africa that seek to improve livelihoods of low income people and contribute to the desired economic transformation by supporting efforts to improve financial inclusion and financial sector development.

 AFR’s intention is to remove systemic barriers that hinder access and usage of financial services by low-income people, particularly the rural poor, women, youth, and MSMEs. AFR supports the development and provision of financial services including saving, credit, insurance, pension, payments, remittances, and capital market development.

The Role

The Head of Financial Inclusion & Resilience bears the prime responsibility for leading program development and implementation for AFR’s Financial Inclusion & Resilience Pillar ensuring that a comprehensive portfolio of impactful projects is developed and implemented to high standards. This includes leading the development of strategies for marginalised groups (women, youth, People with Disabilities-PwD, refugees, etc.) inclusion and risk management

The Head of Financial Inclusion & Resilience will lead analysis of the ecosystem within which the Pillar operates, understanding how supply, demand, and enabling environment, interact to support or hamper the growth and inclusiveness of Rwanda’s financial markets, and the effect they have on inclusion and resilience.  S/he will constantly monitor the desirability and feasibility of the different routes by which beneficial change can be stimulated, e.g., new investments, instruments, partnerships, communications, etc.  The Head of Financial Inclusion & Resilience will be expected to initiate and take responsibility for nurturing key business relationships (e.g., with regulators and policymakers, trade associations, private sector entities, technical or funding partners); providing thought leadership and utilising influencing strategies to support the achievement of AFR’s strategic goals

Reporting line: The position reports to the Chief Programs Officer (CPO).

Supervises: Intervention Managers

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Scope of Responsibilities

The Head of Financial Inclusion & Resilience will be responsible for the following key tasks:

1. Provide thought leadership to the team and community on how to drive financial market development and inclusiveness; participate in the development of the whole country strategy and lead the development of strategy and annual work plans & budgets for the Financial Inclusion & Resilience pillar
2. Lead the review and continuous development of the project pipeline to ensure utilization of funds and achievement of output, outcome, and impact targets; ensure a potentially high impact portfolio of interventions are submitted and approved
3. Coordinate the roll-out of projects so that results are achieved, risks are managed and that quality projects are delivered; ensuring that learning from projects is fully utilised to maximize impact and innovation
4. Clarify the ways in which achievement of AFR’s objectives depends upon influencing the mindset or behaviour of others (e.g., Implementing Partners, policymakers, end-users & other stakeholders); lead the development, implementation, and results-measurement of an innovative Communications & Influencing plan for the pillar
5. Manage the finances associated with the Financial Inclusion & Resilience pillar, aiming to maximise the efficiency achieved with the available resources, manage risks arising from the work in the pillar and ensure compliance with AFR and donor policies
6. Lead the Financial Inclusion & Resilience team of staff and consultants in a manner that empowers them to add value to AFR and deliver high standards of performance
7. And other duties as requested by the Chief Programs Officer (CPO)

Education and Qualifications

1. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
2. Additional professional qualifications and relevant accreditations are an advantage (e.g., Women and Youth Finance Diploma or Professional qualifications, training, etc.)
3. Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP/ PRINCE2) preferred

Job related experience and knowledge

 Essential

1. Minimum 8 years working experience, including at a senior level, in financial inclusion of marginalised groups (e.g., Development Finance Institutions focusing on marginalised groups)
2. Experience of business leadership, resulting in an ability to empathise with the challenges of corporate financial management (this could include entrepreneurial business activities, volunteering, or employment in the financial sector)
3. Knowledge of global regulation in financial markets; ability to understand the financial policy, laws, and regulations in Rwanda.
4. Good general knowledge of financial management practice and high ethical & financial standards for managing funds
5. A clear understanding of marginalised groups financing challenges and opportunities
6. Understanding of the monitoring and results measurement concepts and processes
7. Track record of managing relationships and influencing key stakeholders at a national level and across cultures if coming from outside Rwanda
8. Excellent written and spoken English

Desirable

9. Familiarity with major players in financial sector development in Rwanda
10. Languages: French, Kinyarwanda

How to Apply

All candidates should submit their applications by submitting their details on this link by 29 September 2021 at 5:00 pm (CAT)

 The application should contain a Resume with e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, achievements, experience, and names & addresses of three referees together with a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) summarizing why you consider yourself particularly well suited for the position. Do not attach any other documents at this point.

All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

For any questions regarding the application process please contact us at, recruitment@cedarafricagroup.com

Qualified Rwandans and Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Note: This position is open to local, regional and international candidates with relevant experience and qualifications.

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