Job description

1. Planning

 Assist in the supply pipeline analysis, forecasting and quantification of Nutrition commodities
 Work with other commodities logistics managers in designing/revising logistics systems in the context of system integration of nutrition commodities with other essential medical products.
 Develop the performance plan to improve nutrition commodities management and others essential medical products.
 Design multi-level logistics management training curriculum.
 Developing flow charts for loading, unloading, receiving and storage of nutrition commodities at national and decentralized level
2. Monitoring and Evaluation
 Conduct logistics management training and other performance improvement interventions and maintain a logistics training database.
 Collect, analyze and provide feedback of data from different database and software to enable a good quantification and a good rational use of nutrition commodities
 Supervise and coordinate the nutrition commodities field work, including field assessment to monitor the management of nutrition commodities
 Participate in logistics committee and supply chain partner’s meetings to discuss logistics and nutrition commodities security issues.
 Work with donors, UN agencies and others institution to help overcome logistics problems and improve the Nutrition commodities logistics system
3. Reporting and perform any other duties assigned by supervisor
 Develop data collection tools on food security and nutrition;
 Collect data related to food security and nutrition;
 Analyze data related to food security and nutrition;
 Produce reports of results on analyzed data.

Job description

1. Design and implement the annual plan to coordinate school readiness activities
 Elaborate the annual plan to coordinate school readiness activities nationwide
 Ensure the approval of the plan by the head of division and monitor its implementation;
 Link with MINEDUC/REB to be acquainted and harmonize national targets and strategies in the field of school readiness
 Consolidate school readiness activities from ECD partners
 Maintain relationships with various public and private partners on school readiness and transition
 Provide technical support and follow up on monitoring activities for school readiness
 Proactively Reach out and involve private sector and civil society organizations in the implementation of Child development interventions
2. Ensure reporting, documentation and publication of key performance indicators and findings and lessons learnt
 Identify study and research needs in the area of school readiness and transition and share with relevant officials
 Develop concept notes and /or TORs for the planned studies in the area of school readiness
 Follow up on survey and study reports
 Ensure validation and dissemination of study/ survey findings.
 Follow up on the implementation of study and survey recommendations
 In partnership with M&E specialist, develop, review and report on school readiness indicators and collecting/analyzing related information;
 Ensure current school readiness information from DHS, and other DP and country surveys and researches are extracted
3. Plan and/or facilitate capacity development in the area of School readiness
 Mobilize parents, caregivers and community stakeholder for their active involvement in the performance of community and Home Based ECD settings and for the development, protection and promotion of children
 Organize trainings, workshops and seminars of parents, caregivers, local leaders and communities, on the area of school readiness
4. Supervise and coach the School readiness officer in charge of pre-primary at district level
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education, provide clear guidance to the school readiness officer in her/his specific tasks and responsibilities
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education, facilitate school readiness officer acquire more skills through delegation of power and coaching
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education , evaluate performance of the school readiness officer
5. Inform/advise the head of department and national senior management on the status and quality of school readiness activities.
 Update regularly the head of division and the coordination team in general on matters regarding school readiness.
 Provide insight on advocacy points for better results in the area of school readiness
 Prepare key messages and briefs on school readiness to use in advocacy events and / or campaigns
6. Overall integration and collaboration within the Agency
 Work closely with all specialists of the Agency to ensure integrated Child Development, protection and promotion service delivery, coordination and monitoring and to foster synergies between activities.
7. Budget Management and control
 Work closely with the Finance Unit and Head of department to execute budget in a timely and efficient manner.
8. Ensuring adherence to quality standards of all services offered at ECD centers
 Through rigorous and frequent monitoring of ECD centers, ensures that the standards set for ECD centers is adhered to in joint collaboration with the Quality Assurance and Accreditation specialist.
 Develops tools for continuous improvement of quality

Job description

Coordination of all districts on quality ECD service implementation
 Organise joint quarterly and annual planning, monitoring and evaluation with Districts, ECD implementers with regards to monitoring , accreditation and registration of ECD service implementation
 Help ensure the accreditation / registration Ministerial order is implemented at district level and reported on regular basis
 Develop a data base of all partners and interventions working on Child development interventions in the country
 Jointly analyse the child development quality service delivery bottlenecks and set strategies on how to overcome them
 Ensure district planning, monitoring and evaluation activities are performed and reported on time.
 Participate in the preparation of studies, reports, documentation, and guidelines on quality child development service delivery.
 Prepare advocacy/briefing papers, presentations, related to the area
 Help organize and follow through on the area through relevant TWG, district and sub-cluster meetings

2. Ensure documentation and publication of findings

 Identify study and research needs in the area and share with relevant officials
 Develop concept notes and /or TORs for the planned studies
 Follow up on survey study and district reports
 Ensure validation and dissemination of study/ survey findings.

3. Build the capacity of local leaders and Child development implementing partner on quality assurance and accreditation and registering of ECD settings

 Organize in joint collaboration with both department specialists trainings, workshops and seminars of local leaders and stakeholders

4. Inform/advise the DG on the status accreditation of ECD settings and quality of ECD service delivery around the country

 Update regularly the DG, DDG and Heads of departments and the coordination team in general on matters regarding
 Provide insight on advocacy points for better results in the area
 Prepare key messages and briefs to use in advocacy events and / or campaigns
5. Overall integration and collaboration within the Agency
 Work closely with all specialists of the Agency to ensure integrated Child development service delivery, coordination and monitoring and to foster synergies between activities.
6. Improving adherence to quality standards of all services offered at ECD centers
 Through rigorous and frequent joint monitoring of ECD settings and programs, develop tools and mechanisms to support continuous improvement of quality
 In partnership with M&E specialist, develop, review and report on indicators and collecting/analyzing related information;

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies

Experience: 3

Master’s Degree in Development Studies

Experience: 1

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health

Experience: 3

Master’s Degree in Public Health

Experience: 1

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition

Experience: 3

Competency and Key Technical Skills
Integrity

Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

Inclusiveness

Accountability

Communication

Teamwork

Client/citizen focus

Professionalism

Commitment to continuous learning

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Job description

Collect and interpret data
Review and interpret routine data and use the evidence to prioritize, plan and implement interventions aimed at improving ECD program outcomes.
Work with program staff to select indicators that will be tracked and reviewed on regular basis to determine their baselines and set annual targets.
Conduct data analyses and provide technical assistance relevant to program expenditures, financial and budget
Conduct routine program data review and trend analysis of program data, partner performance analysis and provide quarterly data visualization support, including but not limited to data verification, data completeness/quality checks, analysis of country and partner-specific data, data pulling and review, and comparative analysis and integration of data
Provide technical assistance in analyzing data for the selected indicators and generation of data visualizations as needed. Support the development of presentations on the progress of the selected indicators toward achieving the set targets.
Share national-level data stakeholders using a color-coded scorecard showing a comparison in the performance against priority program indicators between districts in order to foster/motivate data-driven actions.
Support districts and facilities to compile data from different systems, ISS/DQA, evaluations in order to make integrated action plans that include gaps identified through all these parallel systems.

Director of Accreditation and Surveys at Rwanda Agency for Accreditation Quality Healthcare(RAAQH): (Deadline 11 July 2021)

About RAAQH

Rwanda Agency for Accreditation and Quality Healthcare (RAAQH) is a Non-Governmental Organization, legally registered in Rwanda, which provides services to improve the national health accreditation systems & foster sustainable improvements in quality of health services.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to a fair, non-discriminatory workplace that maximises the talent, potential and contribution of all.

1. Position title : DIRECTOR OF ACCREDITATION AND SURVEYS

Contract type: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Director and RAAQH Legal Representative 

Department: RAAQH Accreditation and Surveys Unit

Summary: Technical lead for RAAQH Accreditation and Surveys Unit responsible for standards development and surveys including surveyor management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in either international health, Public health, Health management, or other health related disciplines
• Trained and certified health facility accreditation surveyor

Required/Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in health systems strengthening
• Experience in Healthcare accreditation
• Preferred experience in accreditation and standards development

Other desired Qualification

• Team oriented person
•  The ability to work with confidential material in a collegial manner
• Detail-oriented with strong writing, editing, verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Work well independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to self-motivate and multi-task while working on various project

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Support with all aspects of the accreditation survey process, including but not limited to, preparing surveyor facility calendar, surveyors teams schedule, preparing materials, editing reports, maintaining records, and responding to inquiries.
• Manage and coordinate all operations for health facility accreditation surveys.

• • Ensure that surveyors comply to RAAQH policy and procedures

• Conduct accreditation Surveys where necessary to determine if health facilities comply with the accreditation standards at each level, and standards of practice, participate in preceptor-ship and mentoring of surveyors.

• Provide support and interpretive guidance on accreditation standards to health facilities and surveyors before, during, and after on-site surveys to assess compliance with the Standards of Accreditation.
• Organize accreditation survey feedback sessions, prepare concept notes to introduce the activity to the stakeholders and prepare summary report on very critical feedback.
• Compile all facility accreditation survey reports and ensure the quality check of all reports and submit reports.
• Coordinate accreditation standards development and review and ensure compliance with ISQUA principles at the same time maintain standards updated
• Coordinate standards feedback every after each annual survey to identify standards interpretation challenges and work with relevant stakeholders to address them.
• Produce technical reports and publications, including scientific publications
• Periodically review and identify any problems with current implementation and develop solutions that ensure the health care accreditation system is fit for purpose, consistent with global and national best practice
• Ensure that Rwanda health care Standards are up-to-date, accurate and are credible and endorsed by standards development committee and the relevant technical working group

Financial management

• Ensure there is financial responsibility and accountability across the functions under the position’s control
• Recognize inefficiencies, and implement cost saving strategies as directed

Procedures to apply 

Interested candidates must send their detailed CV listing at least three references with a letter of motivation to: rwaccreditationagency@gmail.com

Deadline for receiving applications is on 11th/July/2021 at 5Pm.

Please include in your email subject the position you are applying for.  You can apply on multiple positions if you comply with the required profile.

Note that only shortlisted will be contacted for next steps in the recruitment process

RAAQH Document Management 

Last Updated 27th June 2021

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About RAAQH

Rwanda Agency for Accreditation and Quality Healthcare (RAAQH) is a Non-Governmental Organization, legally registered in Rwanda, which provides services to improve the national health accreditation systems & foster sustainable improvements in quality of health services.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to a fair, non-discriminatory workplace that maximises the talent, potential and contribution of all.

III. Position title FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER 

Contract type: Part-time

Reports to: Executive Director and RAAQH Legal Representative 

Department: Finance and Administration Unit

Summary: The Finance & Administration Manager will provide support in financial analysis, accounting, human resources and operational and budget management

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a similar field.
• Having more than 10 years as Financial and Administrative experience working with projects supported by international organizations.
• Experience in working with USAID funded programs and knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements are  added value
• Ability to create and monitor budgets. Understanding of the basic tenets of Cash Control, Asset Management, Bank Reconciliation, cost projections, forecasting and expenditure projections and management
• Experience creating and analyzing journal entries.
• Experience with work planning and budget projections
• Experienced in Procurement and tender practices

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong leadership, mentoring, management, analytical and organizational skills demonstrated by ability to work both independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail.
• Understanding of the principles of adequate documentation, filing and of audit, and of the procedures necessary to ensure audit compliance.
• English fluency required (including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading and the ability to work with vendors, staff and stakeholders).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Expert skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Sage, QuickBooks or similar accounting software packaging.

Other desired Qualities

• Team oriented person
•  The ability to work with confidential material in a collegial manner
• Detail-oriented with strong writing, editing, verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Work well independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to self-motivate and multi-task while working on various project

Roles and Responsibilities 

Financial Management support

• Assist in Managing cash flow, including funds transfers from Donors and petty cash, as per RAAQH policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparation of project budgets and pipelines and in collaboration with the technical team, estimate upcoming cash needs, prepare expense projections and accrue expenditures as appropriate.
• In collaboration with Legal Representative, participate in preparation of reports for donor agencies as required.
• Supervision of recording of financial transactions and record financial transactions into the approved RAAQH Accounting System.
• Conduct review of vouchers and vendor invoices to ensure the maintenance of thorough documentation on all transactions.
• Ensure that all paid invoices agree with supporting documentation as per RAAQH procedures for procurement.
• Assist in maintaining current standing with all mandated tax liabilities and organization registrations including submission of payments and required statutory taxes.
• Provide support in overseeing local procurement and the execution and proper recording in accounting software of all approved payments for vendors, contractors and consultants for goods and services received, in accordance with the laws and regulations of RAAQH standard operating procedures and USAID regulations.
• Assist the direction of RAAQH in conducting audits required.
• Support in preparing annual reports

Administrative Management support 

• Human resources management and payroll management
• Collaborate with legal representation to ensure that RAAQH activities and management operations are implemented as per RAAQH Mission, values, policies and standard operating procedures.
• Develop and execute responsive and appropriate operations management systems (for office management, procurement and logistics, consultant and subcontractor administration, etc.) in line with laws and regulations, RAAQH policies and standard operating procedures, and donor requirements.
• Responsible for providing equitable, effective, timely, cost-effective, and responsive and high quality operations and administrative support to all RAAQH function.
• Support in Providing administrative supervision to staff and Supervise the maintenance of controls over equipment

General support

• Ensure accurate and timely submission of required reports and other information as needed.
• With support from RAAQH and as part of regular voucher analyses, aid in enforcing existing written policies on internal control systems for procurements, inventory maintenance and asset use which will ensure compliance with RAAQH policies and standards.
•  Support in regular review and updating policies and procedures.
• Work with Legal representative in providing administrative and logistics support for all contractors (long and short term contractors).
• Any other duties as assigned by management and as required by the position.

Procedures to apply 

Interested candidates must send their detailed CV listing at least three references with a letter of motivation to: rwaccreditationagency@gmail.com

Deadline for receiving applications is on 11th/July/2021 at 5Pm.

Please include in your email subject the position you are applying for.  You can apply on multiple positions if you comply with the required profile.

Note that only shortlisted will be contacted for next steps in the recruitment process

RAAQH Document Management 

Last Updated 27th June 2021

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About RAAQH

Rwanda Agency for Accreditation and Quality Healthcare (RAAQH) is a Non-Governmental Organization, legally registered in Rwanda, which provides services to improve the national health accreditation systems & foster sustainable improvements in quality of health services.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to a fair, non-discriminatory workplace that maximises the talent, potential and contribution of all.

1. Position title : DIRECTOR OF ACCREDITATION AND SURVEYS

Contract type: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Director and RAAQH Legal Representative 

Department: RAAQH Accreditation and Surveys Unit

Summary: Technical lead for RAAQH Accreditation and Surveys Unit responsible for standards development and surveys including surveyor management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in either international health, Public health, Health management, or other health related disciplines
• Trained and certified health facility accreditation surveyor

Required/Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in health systems strengthening
• Experience in Healthcare accreditation
• Preferred experience in accreditation and standards development

Other desired Qualification

• Team oriented person
•  The ability to work with confidential material in a collegial manner
• Detail-oriented with strong writing, editing, verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Work well independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to self-motivate and multi-task while working on various project

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Support with all aspects of the accreditation survey process, including but not limited to, preparing surveyor facility calendar, surveyors teams schedule, preparing materials, editing reports, maintaining records, and responding to inquiries.
• Manage and coordinate all operations for health facility accreditation surveys.

• • Ensure that surveyors comply to RAAQH policy and procedures

• Conduct accreditation Surveys where necessary to determine if health facilities comply with the accreditation standards at each level, and standards of practice, participate in preceptor-ship and mentoring of surveyors.

• Provide support and interpretive guidance on accreditation standards to health facilities and surveyors before, during, and after on-site surveys to assess compliance with the Standards of Accreditation.
• Organize accreditation survey feedback sessions, prepare concept notes to introduce the activity to the stakeholders and prepare summary report on very critical feedback.
• Compile all facility accreditation survey reports and ensure the quality check of all reports and submit reports.
• Coordinate accreditation standards development and review and ensure compliance with ISQUA principles at the same time maintain standards updated
• Coordinate standards feedback every after each annual survey to identify standards interpretation challenges and work with relevant stakeholders to address them.
• Produce technical reports and publications, including scientific publications
• Periodically review and identify any problems with current implementation and develop solutions that ensure the health care accreditation system is fit for purpose, consistent with global and national best practice
• Ensure that Rwanda health care Standards are up-to-date, accurate and are credible and endorsed by standards development committee and the relevant technical working group

Financial management

• Ensure there is financial responsibility and accountability across the functions under the position’s control
• Recognize inefficiencies, and implement cost saving strategies as directed

Procedures to apply 

Interested candidates must send their detailed CV listing at least three references with a letter of motivation to: rwaccreditationagency@gmail.com

Deadline for receiving applications is on 11th/July/2021 at 5Pm.

Please include in your email subject the position you are applying for.  You can apply on multiple positions if you comply with the required profile.

Note that only shortlisted will be contacted for next steps in the recruitment process

RAAQH Document Management 

Last Updated 27th June 2021

Click here for more details

Market Development Advisor (MDA)

• Kigali, Rwanda
• Full-time
• Contract type: National employment contract

Company Description

SNV Netherlands Development Organization is a not-for-profit international development organizational founded in the Netherlands in 1965; and currently maintains a global presence in 30 countries;across Africa, Asia and Latin America. SNV has been present in Uganda since 1989 and currently undertakes donor funded programming within 100+ districts across the country. As an organisation, SNV focuses on the Agriculture, WASH and Energy sectors and maintains the belief that no one should have to live in poverty; and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable development. SNV contributes to programming within the Agriculture, WASH and Energy sectors by strengthening the capacities of targeted partners and communities at the field level; in order to realize increased skill sets and sustainable performance; reduce poverty levels, expand employment; improve food security; while paying special attention to gender equity, social inclusion of marginalized groups and stakeholder accountability.

Context and Purpose of the Job

Energising Development (EnDev), implemented by GIZ and SNV in Rwanda, is launching a project called Reducing climate impact of cooking in Rwanda through improved cooking energy systems (ReCIC). This consist of a Multi-donor Action jointly co-financed by the European Union, as part of the Global Climate Change Alliance (GCCA+) initiative and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Through this 5-year ReCIC project that started from April 2021, EnDev aims to set up a sustainable production and dissemination chain for improved cookstoves (ICS) as well as for improved or alternative fuels in Rwanda through a threefold approach: 1) increase production capacities, 2) consumer awareness 3) increase dissemination of ICS and improved fuels.

ReCIC supports a wide range of ICS products and fuels by giving the choice to the Rwandan users to adopt most appropriate ICS design and fuel, according to their needs and purchasing power, through a market-based approach. In doing so, producers of both ICS and alternative fuels will be enabled to grow and professionalise their businesses, and eventually transition into a semi-industrial production, with bigger output and improved quality products, to better serve the Rwandan market. The ReCIC project is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Biomass Energy Strategy (BEST) of the government of Rwanda.

Interventions to achieve the goals of the project consist of private sector development through training and other interventions, including through a Business Growth Fund that provides financial and in-kind support to private companies and cooperatives on competitive basis. It also includes increasing consumer awareness through marketing activities (e.g., radio and TV advertisements), community mobilisation and support in access to credit.

SNV’s contribution to the ReCIC project builds on the previous SNV project implemented between October 2019 and March 2021, called EnDev III. The objective of this component implemented by SNV is to increase demand and supply, particularly of improved cookstoves (ICS), improved cooking techniques and more efficient use of fuels.

SNV Rwanda has a position of Market Development Advisor in the EnDev/ReCIC project. The position is originally called ‘Promotion and Mobilisation Officer’ in the ReCIC proposal and Grant Agreement. The Advisor is part of a SNV Country Organisation and works for the ReCIC project in SNV Energy Sector.

The Advisor leads or supports ReCIC activities working in a team of ReCIC staff in SNV and GIZ, in particular for implementation of private sector and cooperatives development through training, coaching, mentoring, business plan development and implementation as well as on marketing, sales and customer services. The Advisor works closely with the Project Manager and other ReCIC team members to strengthen the supply side through the Business Growth Fund for financial and in-kind support to private sector companies and cooperatives. The Advisor also leads or works closely with other team members in promotional activities and in piloting credit financing. The Advisor is expected to spend 50% of her/his time in the field.

The Advisor gives input to Project Manager and project partners in order to meet the agreed objectives and realise successful interventions. The Advisor performs any other duties and tasks at the request of the management, including but not limited to activities related to planning, monitoring and evaluation and reporting. The Advisor identifies opportunities and areas for improvement, to ensure premium quality of implementation, including for timely project results, within the budget.

The Advisor reports to the SNV ReCIC Project Manager. The position is for 16 months, for now, starting from June 1, 2021, with possible extension, based on budget availability and performance.

Job Description

Advisory Services

Acts as technical expert on the areas of expertise for the ReCIC Project Manager and the other ReCIC team members and aims to create an enabling environment (by sharing knowledge, understanding stakeholders and environment) for the implementation of the project, for the project to meet its objectives. Ensures, monitors progress and reviews quality of own expertise and ensures client support and satisfaction during projects.

Result/ KPI

Highest possible level of quality in development projects is reached. Projects are supported by given advise.

Project Implementation

Leads in implementation of ReCIC project activities that are related to the ICS market development with interventions in supply and demands sides, as well as improving access to credit. The major activities will be around private sector development related activities, including capacity development, business plan development and related coaching and mentoring. The implementation also has a major chunk of establishing and operationalisation of a Business Growth Fund, which will be used to provide cash incentives and in-kind grants, to motivate and support private sector and cooperatives to scale up their businesses or to innovate in product development, business model development, etc.

Contributes in different phases of the project implementation, including planning and budgeting, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, etc. while ensuring premium quality, systems change and sustainability of the market developed.

Result/ KPI

Project implemented and objectives and targets met with premium quality with timely delivery and within the budget/resource.

Knowledge Development

Contributes to internal and external knowledge development,

ensures lessons learned are shared and applied in daily practice and may be appointed as (national) focal point of an expertise network. Initiates/ coordinates the review process and evaluation of advisory services and actual implementation work, in order to collect lessons learned, proposes corrective measures and ensures identification of follow up assignments. Participates in knowledge development/expertise groups and in internal and external networks.

Result/ KPI

Enhanced and innovative knowledge levels are reached and shared both internally as externally.

Project and process development

Identifies and proposes technical process improvements to the project team. Acts on improvement areas within the local internal organisation and processes and gives feedback. Ensures lessons learned are applied in daily practice.

Result/ KPI

Continuous improvement of effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

People Management

Steers (functionally) colleagues and coaches associated partners/ external stakeholders on quality within the context of assignments. Acts as a technical expert in the content area, applies process improvements in projects and coaches colleagues and associated partners both professionally as operationally on quality of context within projects.

Result/ KPI

SNV and local staff is qualified and motivated

Positioning

Identifies and analyses market opportunities and threats and ensures relevant colleagues are informed. Actively participates in strategic positioning meetings and acts as a knowledgeable face of the SNV organisation to the client. Analyses, understands and develops (local) networks with relevant stakeholders, identifies new clients.

Result/ KPI

Opportunities are timely utilised and threats are timely recognised and countered.

Business Development

Builds, maintains and utilises relationships with relevant stakeholders, represents SNV and identifies opportunities for Business Development policies and procedures. Initiates assignments on a local/(sub)national level, supports proposals and develops technical processes during the inception phase of projects.

Result/ KPI

SNV is known as trusted development partner with relevant stakeholders and has an overview of all funding opportunities/ partnerships.

Qualifications

Know How

Well grounded, middle seasoned level of technical professional, with experience in project implementation. Work requires good knowledge and understanding of (a) particular thematic area(s).

Complexity

May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues in the respective thematic area(s).

Works on own initiative and knowledge but may require support to resolve complex issues.

Gives support to sector leader and identifies and informs project delivery issues and ensures with recommendation of solutions. Coordinates with multiple stakeholders. Assignments are usually broad in nature and require originality and ingenuity.

Supervision

Work is not closely supervised and is governed by standardised work routines that permit the use of initiative.

Impact

Indirect impact through the provision of activities that require proficiency and support.

Problem analysis

The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.

Coaching

Encouraging and guiding employees in order to make their performance more effective and to enhance their self-perception and problem-solving skills.

Focus on quality

Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.

Result Orientation

The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.

Persuasiveness

The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support.

Basic Requirements

Qualification and experience

Minimum bachelor’s degree in business administration or marketing or economics and minimum 5 years of professional experience (after the bachelor’s degree) in development project implementation or a similar technical field. Specific expertise/experiences include public relations, presentation skills, community mobilisation, promotion and marketing.

Experience in private sector development and credit financing will be advantageous.

Additional Competencies:

• Result-oriented and quality focused with social entrepreneurship spirit
• Creative, open-minded, and asking right questions
• Good communication and inter-personal skills
•  Ability to work with minimum supervision and with self-initiative while being a good team player
• Strong working knowledge of ICT (e.g., MS Office)
• Excellent knowledge of English and Kinyarwanda, both orally and in writing
• Willing to travel regularly to the field and engage with project clients and partners
•  Willing to learn new skills and take up additional responsibilities, as required.

Additional Information

Application Deadline: 13  July  2021.

Duty Station: Kigali

Desired Start Date: 1st August 2021

PS: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

SCOPE OF WORK

Rwanda Nguriza nshore
DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS, avian influenza control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments.

Project Background:

The purpose of Nguriza Nshore (“Lend so that I may invest”) is to drive rural economic growth through facilitating the emergence of a dynamic agribusiness sector. By alleviating constraints to investment and increasing access to financing, Nguriza Nshore will facilitate the creation and growth of small to medium agribusinesses, as an entry point for broader growth, to provide productive employment for rural populations and reduce poverty. By working with financial institutions, investors, public and private sector business development service providers, and a variety of Government of Rwanda ministries and initiatives, Nguriza Nshore will be the catalyst that strengthens and improves existing public-private platforms that support investment from international, local, bank and non-bank sources, creating a better-functioning finance and investment ecosystem.
role’s Purpose:

The Junior Accountant reports to the Finance Manager. He/she will:
Establish, customize, and maintain financial systems and records, including Field Expense Reports (FERs), vouchers, petty cash management tools, and payroll.
Prepare payment vouchers and enter transactions into accounting system per DAI policies, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
Lead establishment of project bank and petty cash accounts.
Ensure adherence to internal/external controls for administering project funds
Lead account reconciliations and regular uploading.
Prepare bi-monthly field expense uploads, in cooperation with Finance Manager.
Ensure PAYE, withholding taxes and RSSB are declared and paid on time.
Prepare VAT return from RRA.
Ensure compliance with DAI policy USAID regulations.
Ensure non-billable expenditures are kept to a minimum, and work closely with DAI home office staff to resolve outstanding non-billable expenditures
Communicate regularly with DAI home office finance personnel.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree is preferred in finance, business administration, public administration, economics, or related field
At least 3 years of experience in donor-funded programs, with progressive responsibility in accounting or financial management.
Ability to work and quickly adapt in a complex and volatile environment
Experience with Microsoft Excel
Professional level oral and written skills in English.

REPORTING: This position will report to the Nguriza Nshore Finance Manager
LOCATION:Kigali, Rwanda

HOW TO APPLY:

Fill out the online application on the following link:https://fs23.formsite.com/OLJTgx/0jvmmmhxxn/index.html
Applications are due by July 19th, 2021, 5pm CAT
DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
Women, youth and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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1. Data Analysis Specialist

Job Description

Collect and interpret data
Review and interpret routine data and use the evidence to prioritize, plan and implement interventions aimed at improving ECD program outcomes.
Work with program staff to select indicators that will be tracked and reviewed on regular basis to determine their baselines and set annual targets.
Conduct data analyses and provide technical assistance relevant to program expenditures, financial and budget
Conduct routine program data review and trend analysis of program data, partner performance analysis and provide quarterly data visualization support, including but not limited to data verification, data completeness/quality checks, analysis of country and partner-specific data, data pulling and review, and comparative analysis and integration of data
Provide technical assistance in analyzing data for the selected indicators and generation of data visualizations as needed. Support the development of presentations on the progress of the selected indicators toward achieving the set targets.
Share national-level data stakeholders using a color-coded scorecard showing a comparison in the performance against priority program indicators between districts in order to foster/motivate data-driven actions.
Support districts and facilities to compile data from different systems, ISS/DQA, evaluations in order to make integrated action plans that include gaps identified through all these parallel systems.

2. Quality Assurance & Accreditation Specialist

Job Description

Coordination of all districts on quality ECD service implementation
 Organise joint quarterly and annual planning, monitoring and evaluation with Districts, ECD implementers with regards to monitoring , accreditation and registration of ECD service implementation
 Help ensure the accreditation / registration Ministerial order is implemented at district level and reported on regular basis
 Develop a data base of all partners and interventions working on Child development interventions in the country
 Jointly analyse the child development quality service delivery bottlenecks and set strategies on how to overcome them
 Ensure district planning, monitoring and evaluation activities are performed and reported on time.
 Participate in the preparation of studies, reports, documentation, and guidelines on quality child development service delivery.
 Prepare advocacy/briefing papers, presentations, related to the area
 Help organize and follow through on the area through relevant TWG, district and sub-cluster meetings
2. Ensure documentation and publication of findings
 Identify study and research needs in the area and share with relevant officials
 Develop concept notes and /or TORs for the planned studies
 Follow up on survey study and district reports
 Ensure validation and dissemination of study/ survey findings.
3. Build the capacity of local leaders and Child development implementing partner on quality assurance and accreditation and registering of ECD settings
 Organize in joint collaboration with both department specialists trainings, workshops and seminars of local leaders and stakeholders
4. Inform/advise the DG on the status accreditation of ECD settings and quality of ECD service delivery around the country
 Update regularly the DG, DDG and Heads of departments and the coordination team in general on matters regarding
 Provide insight on advocacy points for better results in the area
 Prepare key messages and briefs to use in advocacy events and / or campaigns
5. Overall integration and collaboration within the Agency
 Work closely with all specialists of the Agency to ensure integrated Child development service delivery, coordination and monitoring and to foster synergies between activities.
6. Improving adherence to quality standards of all services offered at ECD centers
 Through rigorous and frequent joint monitoring of ECD settings and programs, develop tools and mechanisms to support continuous improvement of quality
 In partnership with M&E specialist, develop, review and report on indicators and collecting/analyzing related information;

3. School Readiness Specialist

Job Description

1. Design and implement the annual plan to coordinate school readiness activities
 Elaborate the annual plan to coordinate school readiness activities nationwide
 Ensure the approval of the plan by the head of division and monitor its implementation;
 Link with MINEDUC/REB to be acquainted and harmonize national targets and strategies in the field of school readiness
 Consolidate school readiness activities from ECD partners
 Maintain relationships with various public and private partners on school readiness and transition
 Provide technical support and follow up on monitoring activities for school readiness
 Proactively Reach out and involve private sector and civil society organizations in the implementation of Child development interventions
2. Ensure reporting, documentation and publication of key performance indicators and findings and lessons learnt
 Identify study and research needs in the area of school readiness and transition and share with relevant officials
 Develop concept notes and /or TORs for the planned studies in the area of school readiness
 Follow up on survey and study reports
 Ensure validation and dissemination of study/ survey findings.
 Follow up on the implementation of study and survey recommendations
 In partnership with M&E specialist, develop, review and report on school readiness indicators and collecting/analyzing related information;
 Ensure current school readiness information from DHS, and other DP and country surveys and researches are extracted
3. Plan and/or facilitate capacity development in the area of School readiness
 Mobilize parents, caregivers and community stakeholder for their active involvement in the performance of community and Home Based ECD settings and for the development, protection and promotion of children
 Organize trainings, workshops and seminars of parents, caregivers, local leaders and communities, on the area of school readiness
4. Supervise and coach the School readiness officer in charge of pre-primary at district level
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education, provide clear guidance to the school readiness officer in her/his specific tasks and responsibilities
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education, facilitate school readiness officer acquire more skills through delegation of power and coaching
 In partnership with other government institutions playing part in pre-primary education , evaluate performance of the school readiness officer
5. Inform/advise the head of department and national senior management on the status and quality of school readiness activities.
 Update regularly the head of division and the coordination team in general on matters regarding school readiness.
 Provide insight on advocacy points for better results in the area of school readiness
 Prepare key messages and briefs on school readiness to use in advocacy events and / or campaigns
6. Overall integration and collaboration within the Agency
 Work closely with all specialists of the Agency to ensure integrated Child Development, protection and promotion service delivery, coordination and monitoring and to foster synergies between activities.
7. Budget Management and control
 Work closely with the Finance Unit and Head of department to execute budget in a timely and efficient manner.
8. Ensuring adherence to quality standards of all services offered at ECD centers
 Through rigorous and frequent monitoring of ECD centers, ensures that the standards set for ECD centers is adhered to in joint collaboration with the Quality Assurance and Accreditation specialist.
 Develops tools for continuous improvement of quality

4. Commodities Supply Chain Management Specialist

Job description

1. Planning
 Assist in the supply pipeline analysis, forecasting and quantification of Nutrition commodities
 Work with other commodities logistics managers in designing/revising logistics systems in the context of system integration of nutrition commodities with other essential medical products.
 Develop the performance plan to improve nutrition commodities management and others essential medical products.
 Design multi-level logistics management training curriculum.
 Developing flow charts for loading, unloading, receiving and storage of nutrition commodities at national and decentralized level
2. Monitoring and Evaluation
 Conduct logistics management training and other performance improvement interventions and maintain a logistics training database.
 Collect, analyze and provide feedback of data from different database and software to enable a good quantification and a good rational use of nutrition commodities
 Supervise and coordinate the nutrition commodities field work, including field assessment to monitor the management of nutrition commodities
 Participate in logistics committee and supply chain partner’s meetings to discuss logistics and nutrition commodities security issues.
 Work with donors, UN agencies and others institution to help overcome logistics problems and improve the Nutrition commodities logistics system
3. Reporting and perform any other duties assigned by supervisor
 Develop data collection tools on food security and nutrition;
 Collect data related to food security and nutrition;
 Analyze data related to food security and nutrition;
 Produce reports of results on analyzed data.

5. Administrative Assistant to the DDG

Job Description

1. Managing Program Coordinator’s agenda
 Keep the diary of appointments of the Program Coordinator;
 Receive and orient visitors of the Program Coordinator;
 Prepare the Program Coordinator’s travels, missions and meetings.
2. Ensuring proper filing and orientation of documents in the office of the Program Coordinator
 Filing both electronic and hard documents in the office of the Program Coordinator;
 Orient correspondences and monitor to ensure that timely feedback is provided.
3. Receiving official mails and Calls of the Program Coordinator
 Receiving telephone calls for the Program Coordinator;
 Responding to the Program Coordinator on the correction of documents / files before being signed;

Minimum Qualifications

6. Logistics Officer

Job Description

Prepare plans of procuring supplies and materials of the NCD
• Assess needs in terms of supplies and materials
• Develop a plan for the acquisition of supplies and materials for NCD
• Ensure the NCD supplies are acquired timely for efficient running of services.
• Develop in collaboration with relevant departments ToR and specifications for needed supplies and materials
Monitoring and ensure the timely reporting of both supplies ,materials and transport of the NCD staff
• Elaborate monthly, quarterly and annual reports on the use of office supplies and materials
• Develop and manage transportation plan of the NCD staff.
• Develop a system to ensure proper stock management
• Maintain updated the register of assets of the NCD
• Manage and distribute office materials and supplies

Minimum Qualifications

7. Communication Officer

Job Description

1. Ensure the development and implementation of the NCD Communication Strategy
• To support the NCD to develop strategic communication and information tools as well as dissemination mechanisms;
• To facilitate in designing and implementation of the NCD strategy;
• To design and produce information materials- print and audio-visual for media, websites and other public outreach;
• To provide advice and support to the NCD special events and campaigns;
• To liaise with other communication experts to feed into corporate communications initiatives and vice versa;
• To support the NCD in the process of communication with other partners and the general public;
• To design media strategies to increase the visibility of the NCD’s programs and those of its partners;
• To develop communication messages for the NCD ;
Update vital information on NCD website and its related social media handles
• To perform other duties as required.

Description

About the World Bank Group:

Established in 1944, the World Bank Group (WBG) is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

ITS Vice Presidency Context:

Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) enables the WBG to achieve its mission of ending extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in a sustainable way by delivering transformative information and technologies to its staff working in over 150 locations.

Our vision is to transform how the Bank Group accomplishes its mission through information and technology. In this fast-paced, ever-changing world, the formulation and implementation of the ITS strategy is an ongoing, iterative process of learning and adaptation developed through extensive consultations with business partners throughout the World Bank Group.

ITS shapes its strategy in response to changing business priorities and leverages new technologies to achieve three high-level business outcomes: business enablement, by providing Bank Group units with innovative digital tools and technologies to transform how they deliver value for their clients; empowerment & effectiveness, by ensuring that all Bank Group staff are connected, able to find information, and productive to accelerate the delivery of development solutions globally; and resilience, by equipping the Bank Group to provide risk-based cybersecurity and robust data protection for a global network and a growing cloud platform.

Implementation of the strategy is guided by three core principles. The first is to deliver solutions for business partners that are customer-centric, innovative, and transformative. The second is to provide the Bank Group with value for money with selective and standard technologies. The third principle is to excel at the basics by providing a high performing, robust, and resilient IT environment for the organization.

The IT Regional Client Services is primarily tasked with ensuring the cohesive delivery of regional IT programs and initiatives, as well as aligning existing support channels with business needs. In achieving its objectives and providing for a best possible IT customer experience, Client Support directs and partners with CO/HQ IT Support teams, 24/7 IT Service Desks, Training and Outreach, as well as cross-functional teams delivering products and solutions.

The WBG IT (ITSR1) team in the Africa region is responsible for providing high quality of Technology support services to the WBG offices in Africa. The team is also responsible for implementing Projects with Technical components such as hardware, software, communications, and telephony for local offices, residences of Senior Staff, and during high profile visits / workshops. The team is expected to assist with projects initiated from Bank’s HQ and the Region, by providing local perspective and input to be incorporated in designing and testing solutions.   

The ITS Africa region team is organized in 3 clusters: South, West and East-Central, each of the three led by a Regional IT Lead.

This position is based in Kigali, Rwanda, and reports to the Regional IT Lead for East and Central Africa.

The Senior IT Assistant will provide ongoing support for all WBG Kigali office staff as well as visiting staff and missions in Kigali Office. S/he will support the full range of information technologies for the office, which include, but not limited to: addressing desktop support, conferencing support, remote access and network support, issues concerning the maintenance and implementation of IT standards, knowledge sharing, asset inventory, maintaining local vendor relations and understanding contracts/Service Level Agreements (SLA), as well as providing local office training.

Duties & Responsibilities

•Serve as the primary point of contact on all matters related to hardware, software and communications support for the CO. Support and maintain complete end user IT environment; this include assessing, deploying, and implementing hardware and software upgrades, telephony and video conferencing systems. 

•Work directly with users to probe and ask effective questions to fully diagnose both the root cause of a problem and the customer’s comfort level with technology; assess complex, non-routine problems; follow up with all fixes and repairs of IT problems in the Country Office.

•Setup, configure, and maintain videoconference, audio-visual equipment and other electronic devices for presentations or conferences; when necessary support installation, maintenance and upgrades of local networks and communications infrastructure as part of the office infrastructure projects.

•Provide IT training for staff, particularly for newly hired staff. Train users in remote access systems.

•Document, maintain and enhance work processes and standards in the area, including documenting procedures for troubleshooting and incident resolution/solution.

•Participate in Service Continuity, Security and Business Continuity activities. Troubleshoots, provide workarounds, and permanent fixes to issues identified in the end user environment.

•Disseminate relevant IT information to Country Office and visiting staff.

•Collect feedback on IT services from clients, through surveys and other tools, and inform other IT colleagues in the office, Region and if necessary, inform other relevant ITS teams.

•Track trending of issues and escalate, as appropriate.

•Work closely with other ITS colleagues, both within the region and in ITS.

•Assist in establishing the IT budget for the CO. Assist in the decision making/planning process of IT needs at the beginning/end of each fiscal year.

•Advise on standard IT equipment orders for CO.

•Assist staff in procurement of smartphones and other mobile devices.

•Under the direction of Team Lead, evaluate and pilot test new products and services, both hardware and software.

•Provide local expertise on all WBG Standard Software and Corporate applications.

•Administer WBG information security standards, including requesting IT accounts, SecurID, remote access and passwords. Adhere to Institutional policies and advise on ITS policies, directives and procedures. Consistently enforce WBG technology standards. Ensure that the integrity and security of WBG Systems are not compromised from within or outside the corporation.

•Attend training whenever required and maintain a working knowledge of the IT trends in the business relevant to supporting the WBG IT standards.

•Use the incident management tracking system to track work and analyze reports to identify problem areas and training opportunities.

•Maintain a proper inventory of all CO IT related equipment and software. Act as the Software Asset Custodian (SAC) on behalf of the CO clients and ensure licensed software is tracked and maintained in line with the Institutional Software Asset Management (ISAM) Procedure. 

•Participate in facilities work and vendor management, as part of CO administrative teams. Coordinate Country Office moves of IT hardware and communications.

•Ensure Service Level Agreements are maintained with local maintenance providers.

•Monitor local city and national technology trends and developments.

Selection Criteria

•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems/Sciences/IT with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably with donor/funded, International Organizations/Institutions or reputable telecom/IT sector or Associates Degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience. 

•Good Knowledge of IT Technologies (Troubleshooting, Windows Platform, Exchange, Microsoft Office, Printers, Scanners, Servers and alike).

•Experience of serving Clients in a multi-cultural environment.

Core Technical Knowledge and Skills

•Good Knowledge of IT Technologies: Windows Platform, Microsoft Office, MFD, Servers, Smartphones etc.

•Strong client service skills and the ability to work under pressure with accuracy and professionalism.

•Understanding of Microsoft Active Directory, DNS service and other networking methods and technologies.

•Proficiency in the recent Microsoft Windows applications.

•In-depth knowledge of MS Outlook and Office products.

•Knowledge of Network communication technologies and other WAN/LAN products.

•Familiarity with IP Telephony and troubleshooting.

•Good knowledge and experience of setting up and supporting Videoconference Facilities.

•Comfortable using remote access technologies and remote troubleshooting.

•Excellent communications skills: the ability to listen and then clearly describe the problem and proposed solution.

•Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.

•General knowledge of the mission and business requirements of the World Bank Group.

•Proven ability to work alone and in a team environment.

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RECRUITMENT OF FIELD OFFICERS

 Job title: Field officer (volunteer)

Reporting to:  Project coordinator

Health Poverty Action (HPA) is a UK based organisation that has been working in Rwanda since 1998 (registered under RGB) in projects related to girl’s education, youth employment, sexual reproductive health, gender-based violence and WASH, respectively funded by DFID, USAID, Irish Aid and Enabel, FCO and EU. Over the last 22 Years, HPA has impacted the lives of thousands of individuals in rural settings supporting them to make significant changes in their lives and their communities

HPA is currently looking for experience field officers (volunteers) on GBV prevention and GBV victims’ social reintegration respectively to be based in Gisagara, Rusizi, Nyamasheke and Karongi.

Overall task:

Manage and support all field interventions towards project beneficiaries.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Serve as a role model and develop and maintain a constructive, positive relationship with project beneficiaries, and providing guidance and support through daily interaction and promoting their Personal Development Plan (PDP).
• Collaborate, supervise and/or participate with project beneficiaries in various   activities,
• Participate and Ensure project representation in sector of working groups at the district level;

• Supervise the implementation of the project to achieve the anticipated results;

• Ensure that all project components are implemented according to the project plans, in order to meet all goals and objectives.
• Produce monthly and annual reports in relation to the project activities;
• Keep good communications between the project   and  partners;
• Work closely with M&E to ensure timely data collection, monthly  and annual reporting;
• Ensuring that any success stories are properly recorded;
• Ensuring that lessons learned are documented and disseminated for project visibility;
• Develop state specific session plans for the workshop and corresponding tools to carry out the trainings;
• Carry out training sessions on Gender Based Violence and GBV victims’ reintegration;
• Building knowledge and skills of participants and support the victims of Gender based violence.
• Documenting the training workshop and prepare a detailed report of each training including the list of participants and change in learning outcomes.

Required Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor degree in Social Sciences, social work, Development Studies, Management or others related with at least 3 years of experience;
• Extensive project field skills and experience in GBV prevention;
• Proven experience as field officer or relevant similar position
• Use of MS word, excel and power point;
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills;
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English, Kinyarwanda;
• Capable to work under pressure.

Location: Gisagara, Nyamasheke, Rusizi and Karongi districts

Terms:  2 (two) years contract

Interested Candidates should send a CV, 2 references, a letter of motivation to:  s.ineza@healthpovertyaction.org

The deadline for submission of applications is 7^th July by 16:30 pm. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Who We Are

OX is a start-up automotive company with a difference: we are targeting the ~3 billion people in developing countries who have never bought a vehicle, new or used. Our strategy is to deliver affordable freight transport in emerging markets, driving a self-reinforcing cycle of economic growth and social impact. We will do this by implementing a “transport-as-a-service” strategy using our unique electric OX truck.

The OX truck is an all-terrain, high-capacity, zero-emissions truck designed specifically for emerging markets. Thanks to simple, effective, and durable design, the OX truck is more than capable of navigating extreme terrains in poor conditions.

Position Title: Driver Plus

OX Rwanda needs drivers who can manage a wide range of business activities. We call this position “Driver Plus” because the work is much more than driving. Some days you will be driving for our customers, other days you will be working in our call center to receive customer calls, coordinate delivery schedules, or you will do mechanical repair work in our garage, or community outreach and marketing activities. You will be engaged in all the activities required to deliver excellent service at affordable prices to our customers, including the development of the business model.

OX Rwanda will be hiring 4 Driver Plus, start date to be during August. We will only be hiring women during this round of recruitment.

Learn more about our company at www.oxdelivers.com

Salary & Terms

• Salary range: 150,000 – 300,000 RWF/month Net, depending on experience.
• Place of Work: Nyamasheke or Nyamagabe District
• Housing & food provided by company

Activities

• Drive our trucks in a safe and professional manner
• Recruit customers in areas surrounding our truck depots and drop-off points
• Manage the schedules required to serve our customers

Assist in depot garage with mechanical maintenance of our fleet

• Communicate to engineering team in UK about road conditions and mechanical challenges faced
• Assist in call center
• Various administrative & financial management tasks

 Required Qualifications

• Driving permit, Class B or higher
• English speaking
• Good phone communication skills
• Ability to learn new skills and tasks
• Flexible attitude

Desired Qualifications

• 2 years or more of driving experience (We will provide driving training to you during the first months of your job if we find that your driving experience or skills are at a low level)
• Experience in community engagement in rural areas
• Experience in business finance and administrative activities
• Basic or advanced mechanics skills
• Ability to use computer & smart phone
• Ability to use MS Excel

How to Apply

Fill the application form at this website: https://airtable.com/shrLvu4EmUC0NuD1k  

Note: Only women applicants will be considered during this round of recruitment

Application Deadline: 25 July 2021

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1. Accounts Payable Accountant

Job Description – Colleague

This is a summary of the key duties and responsibilities related to the position below and include the skills, experience and educational background required by the employee, as well as the competencies and behaviors that are expected at this level.

Please take your time to read through it, sign the acknowledgement and hand it back to Human Resources

1  Position Details

• Position Accounts Payable Accountant
• Level Colleague
• Department Finance & Accounting
• Reports to Accountant (Kigali)
• Subordinates none

 2  Job Details & Requirements

Job Summary

The AP accountant is responsible for coordinating vendor related transactions, reconciliation of payable accounts, processing vendor payments, following up with the bank to ensure disbursement.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents from cost controller (assistant accountant)
• Checking to ensure procurement is done as per set policies
• Liaising with vendors for periodic statements
• Creditor account reconciliations
• Preparation of AP ageing report
• Processing payments as per AP reconciliations
• Follow up on bank disbursements
• Petty cash handling
• Taxes recognition, filling, payment and reconciliation
• Assisting the accountant on execution of other finance tasks

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• 2 years’ experience in hotel accounting department
• Bachelors degree/Accountant certification
• Interpersonal, organizational and strong administrative skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good business acumen
• Computer literate

How to apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest to Jeanne.Kayitesi@oneandonlyresorts.com​ clearly indicating the position on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

The deadline: 29 July 2021

2. Marcomms Coordinator

ob Description – Marcomms Coordinator  One&Only Nyungwe House and One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

This is a summary of the key duties and responsibilities related to the position below and include the skills, experience and educational background required by the employee, as well as the competencies and behaviors that are expected at this level.

1.   POSITION DETAILS

• Position Marcomms Coordinator
• Level Colleague
• Department Sales & Marketing Rwanda office
• Reports to Director Sales & Marketing Manager

2.   JOB DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the Director Sales & Marketing with the administration and smooth running of the day-to-day office operations.  Provides detailed support to Director Sales & Marketing with Marketing and PR related administration tasks.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Effective running of the Marketing department and complete coordination of marketing and PR administration processes.
• Provides daily administration assistance and support to Director, Sales & Marketing and Reservations to ensure maximum productivity.
• Manages all Marketing and PR purchase requests, account reconciliations, expense management, expense trackers, invoice reconciliation, petty cash and other administrative tasks.
• Manages trade site requests, gift certificate request and other partner requests as directed.
• Reviews processes and implements systems that will increase general office productivity and reporting formats.
• Assists with marketing activity, advertising activity, digital activity.
• Assist Marketing through a variety of tasks including (but not limited to) providing standard content and image requests for both trade and media, review of trade brochure inclusions, basic proofing, and other supporting with global requests.
• Produces management reports and data analysis reports.
• Produces high quality presentations for reporting requirements as required on monthly and quarterly basis.
• Maintains site inspection log and alert Property Manager weekly to arriving site inspections and familiarizations.
• Handles and coordinates ad hoc reservations and site inspections.
• Manages general correspondence (including professional composition of emails), reports, client letters etc.
• Produces high quality standard templates and accurate excel spreadsheets for reporting purposes.
• Assists with preparations of trade shows ensuring timely registration, payment of fees and dispatch of collateral.
• Handles the preparation of gift and prize certificates, all courier, freight and mail activities including posting.
• Working collaboratively with the Sales and Marketing Director to drive strategy across multiple customer markets and to educate on the benefits of the product
• Executing brand related events to maximise the PR value and opportunity generated by such events
• Developing Specific communications materials including story pitches, messaging guidelines, press releases, presentations
• Ensure all creative assets and sales and marketing materials adhere to global One&Only brand guidelines and templates e.g. print ads, display ads, social ads, fact-sheets, brochures, gifting etc.
• Ensure all on-resort guest-facing collateral and communications follow global One&Only brand guidelines and templates e.g. in-room compendiums, spa menus, resort branded items, activity sheets etc.
• Develop materials and assets required to promote One&Only Nyungwe House and One&Only Gorillas Nest and ensure they maintain up-to-date and factually correct. Own and develop resort press material.
• Work with the Marketing manager and Global Commercial Team across resort photo and video shoots and ensure assets are shared with the wider community and uploaded onto the central system.
• Work with identified designer to Design and create marketing collateral in line with the One&Only global standards and ensure the quality and accuracy of design aligns with the global brand.
• Manage the print production of collateral and understand the different specifications and processes available.
• Work closely with Marketing Manager to develop email marketing calendars and content plans.
• Work closely with Marketing Manager to ensure resort website is continually updated with most recent information and content.
• Execute media relations, events, social media, and other emerging media platforms and ensure all activity is maximized.
• Ability to host and manage media on resort, including flight support, itinerary creation, and more
• Manage the media database on Salesforce
• Develop all key messages for the resort and ongoing story angle development for media and editorial
• Develop monthly social media content calendars to be approved by Global Social Media Team
• Collaborate with agencies, freelancers, community outreach organizers, media, and other vendor partners.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Tourism, Marketing or PR and Communications undergraduate desirable
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
• Strong Excel and Powerpoint skills – minimum of intermediate level required
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Strong report writing skills
• Opera PMS and Delphi knowledge desirable

3.   CORE VALUES & COMPETENCIES

Blow Away the Customer

• I care and work towards exceeding the expectations of my customers
• I am proactive and deliver unique and everlasting memories for our customers

Develop Passionate and Committed People

• I am committed to being thoughtful towards our colleagues
• I am passionate about my role

Continuously Strive for Perfections (good enough never is)

• I constantly seek new ways and ideas to improve what I do
• I am inspired to make a difference

Achieve Sustainable Bottom Line Performance

• I am honest and fair
• I take responsibility and contribute towards the financial performance of where I work

4. Functional competencies

Grooming

• I present a professional image according to established standards

Communication

• I adapt my communication to the audience and the message to be delivered
• I am able to develop effective written communications

 Functional Skills & Knowledge

• I understand the full scope of my duties and demonstrate initiative
• I take responsibility for my actions

Planning & Organizing

• I set realistic goals both for myself and my colleagues in line with company strategies
• I am capable of handling multiple priorities effectively

Team Management & Development (Influencing & Working with Others)

• I am able to influence others when required to speak and present ideas
• I am able to work with other colleagues and departments effectively

Problem Solving & Decision Making

• I have the ability to involve all the appropriate people to resolve problem in the business.
• I proactively facilitate prompt and appropriate decision making

Innovation & Creativity

• I regularly seek new opportunities for change
• I assist in resolving resistance to change

5. Acknowledgement

I have read and understand the duties required of me and will adhere to and perform them as required.

How to apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest to Jeanne.Kayitesi@oneandonlyresorts.com​  clearly indicating the position on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

The deadline: 29 July 2021

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Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning ( MEL) Specialist

Location:Rwanda

Closing Date:07 Jul 2021

About the role

The Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Specialist is expected to support the efficient and effective implementation of programme MEL strategy. The incumbent will be mainly responsible for programme monitoring but also contributing to programme evaluation, learning and knowledge management as well as database management. She/he will primarily work with the MEL team and as required with Programme technical and management staff.

Responsibilities:

Programme Monitoring (40%)

• Contribute to the development of programme monitoring tools for programme intervention as per programme output indicators,
• Lead the collection of programmes monitoring data,
• Draft monthly programme monitoring reports and avail quarterly summarized monitoring data.
• Ensure data quality and integrity by periodically conducting field visits (data quality assurance exercises) and spot checks to verify data reported by field team and investigate any data anomalies.
• Support in training of field staff on use of monitoring tools.

Database Management (30%)

• Design and share databases and spreadsheets as well as formats for reporting programme M&E information.
• Keep the programme database updated timely by recording all data of participants who attend different programme activities/ orientations.
• Lead the digitization of programme monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Trouble shoot any issue on digitized monitoring tools used by programme staff.
• Ensure quality assurance, proper management and security of data collected, stored, or archived

  Programme Evaluation and Research (20%)

• Contribute to the development of evaluation and research tools.
• Support the collection of programme evaluation and research data.
• Support the training of enumerators recruited for programme evaluation and research activities.
• Oversee evaluation and research fields activities.
• Support the data cleaning and analysis and reports writing.

Learning and Knowledge Management (10%)

• Contribute to the implementation of programme learning activities,
• Ensure effective process of collecting and disseminating lessons learnt from programme monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Draft communication materials including dashboards and infographics necessary to disseminate programme monitoring and evaluation findings.
• Support the development and implementation of programme knowledge management processes.
• Support proper documentation of MEL related information.
• Present in relevant meetings for programme M&E information needed for decision making and progress review purposes.

Requirements

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Statistics; Education, Information Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or any other related field of study.

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of similar work experience is required.
• Experience on M&E monitoring of education programmes would be an added advantage.
• Experience in data collection, statistical analysis for both quantitative and qualitative research
• Experience in designing survey and research tools and implementation of large-scale assessment needed.
• Experience in the training and mentoring of staff in monitoring and evaluation is required.

Desirable

• Experience with donor (mainly UKAID) funded projects will be an added advantage.

Essential skills:

• Excellent written and oral English communication skills are required.
• High degree of computer literacy and word processing and spreadsheet/Excel skills.
• Experience with statistical packages (e.g., SPSS, STATA Atlas.ti or NVivo) and familiarity with IT applications to support MEAL, visualization and information management.
• Ability to work under pressure, ability to prioritize and commitment to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Education Development Trust and its consortium partners are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Education Development Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women are encouraged to apply.

About the organisation

Building Learning Foundations (BLF) is a programme funded by the UK government which aims to improve the quality of teaching and leadership in Rwanda’s primary schools. The objective of BLF is to improve English literacy and Mathematics in grades P1-P5, ensuring that children have the required foundational skills to make successful progress through the system. BLF focuses on building the capacity of teachers, enhancing school leadership, strengthening the country’s education system and improving education for children with special educational needs. This project is delivered by a consortium consisting of Education Development Trust, the consortium lead, VSO and British Council.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send an application letter plus updated Curriculum Vitae in English, including 3 names of professional referees through: https://careers.educationdevelopmenttrust.com/vacancies/1260/monitoring-evaluation–learning–mel-specialist.html

The deadline: July /07/ 2021

Finance Manager Job at Sokwatch Rwanda

About Us: 

Sokowatch is transforming communities across Africa by revolutionizing access to essential goods and services. By connecting small shops to the digital economy, we fix inefficient supply chains and provide services that were previously unavailable. Sokowatch aims to provide everything a retailer needs, no wholesalers or banks necessary.

Thousands of retailers across Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda use Sokowatch’s mobile ordering and delivery platform to receive the goods they need as quickly and cheaply as possible while also accessing growth financing for the first time. We’re looking to grow our team with highly talented and motivated employees who are excited to work in a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment.

Role: Rwanda Finance Manager

We are searching for a stellar Country Finance Manager to be based in our office in Kigali. They will undertake all aspects of financial management for Sokowatch at a country level, including financial reporting, local tax compliance management, and countrywide audits.

Locations: Kigali, Rwanda

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Produce financial reports related to budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivables, expenses, etc.
• Review, monitor, and manage budgets
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies
• Oversee fixed assets register
• Predict and monitor financial trends
• Report and liaise with leadership regarding all financial activities in the assigned market
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual tax declarations, including payroll, operating, and business taxes
• Prepare monthly financial statements for reporting to management
• Deliver fully auditable financial statements to external auditors
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements:

The successful candidate will possess:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in retail, at a company with over $100,000 USD in annual turnover, or at a leading regional or international accounting firm
• Prior work experience across East African markets preferred
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration; preference ACCA or CPA
• Negotiation skills and the ability to develop solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• The high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• A high degree of proficiency with accounting and administration software, preferably Quickbooks
• A collaborative team player with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, start-up environment
• Fluency in English (both oral and written) and the ability to communicate with sophistication within a business setting.

Application:

To apply for this position please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest to careers@sokowatch.com  clearly indicating the position on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.

About the Role

One Acre Fund – TUBURA has been partnering with the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board since 2013 to strengthen and implement the national extension model known as ”TWIGIRE MUHINZI”. This job involves working and assisting TWIGIRE coordinators and RAB station level with the development and management of TWIGIRE MUHINZI related activities. The Assistant Coordinator position is based in the RAB zones of the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board in Western Province, with some travel upcountry to implement and monitor extension projects in the field.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-season planning meetings with local extension workers, RAB staff, and Local Authorities to ensure that TWIGIRE MUHINZI activities are coordinated and harmonized with all Government of Rwanda plans and goals for the season
• Manage pre-season distribution of training materials from RAB HQ in Kigali to local field extension workers, RAB field staff, and Local Authorities in their districts
• Provide training to extension workers, RAB field staff, and Local Authorities training materials for the season Or any other subjects related to TWIGIRE MUHINZI
• Conduct interviews and surveys with local field extension workers, Local Authorities, and Farmer Promoters to collect monitoring and evaluation data on usage and effectiveness of training and extension materials when needed
• Coordinate with Local Government and RAB staff at station level in the implementation and monitoring of TWIGIRE MUHINZI
• Help implement trials designed to identify and integrate tools and systems to increase the capacity and performance of TWIGIRE MUHINZI extension agents.
• Implement and track interventions designed to increase strength and income of farmers through Twigire Muhinzi (include working with LG on this to get it down in their own districts)

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture and work experience in this field
• Excellent command of Kinyarwanda and English, basic (or better) command of French
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to grasp the essence of complex processes
• Demonstrable computer skills: email, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Dynamic and a problem-solver
• Integrity and enthusiastic, passionate about serving smallholder farmers
• Willingness to work in the field and experience delivering training
• Willingness to commit for at least two years working with One Acre Fund
• 2+ years of work experience

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Rubavu-RAB Tamira Station Office, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.“Women are encouraged to apply”

Application Deadline:15 September 2021

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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