Public Health Specialist Field Epidemiology Training Program

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2021-018

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for the position of Public Health Specialist Field Epidemiology Training Program. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately. (This position is temporary for two years).

Duties: The Program Specialist is a key technical advisor for Rwanda Ministry of Health (MOH) and its partners, responsible for overseeing activities to strengthen Rwanda’s capacity to prevent, detect, respond to and contain infectious disease threats. Specifically, the incumbent provides the technical expertise and guidance needed to effectively and efficiently implement Rwanda Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) and strengthen public health preparedness and response. S/he works closely with the FETP Resident Advisor, Global Health Security (GHS) Director, and other colleagues within the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Kigali, Rwanda to support the Rwanda MOH, University of Rwanda, African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) and other stakeholders who are the FETP primary implementing partners. Rwanda MOH increasingly relies on the epidemiological capacities developed through FETP to respond to public health emergencies and outbreaks, strengthen multi-disease surveillance systems and enhance data-driven public health decision making. The Program Specialist is therefore expected to provide the technical and operational stewardship needed to steer FETP towards becoming a self-sustaining, well-institutionalized epidemiological workforce development program that can address current and emerging national public health priorities.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by COB (5:30 pm) August 5, 2021.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

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

GAHENGERI LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY FARM

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE FARM MANAGER

 Post: Farm Manager

Duty Station: Rwamagana, Muhazi, Karambi, Gahengeri

Supervises: All workers at the farm

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

 Institutional Background

Gahengeri livestock and poultry farm is a private owned farm that has about 40 cows and with intentions of having over 60 cows, 100 Pigs and 15,000 Layer Chickens. The farm is situated in Rwamagana district, Muhazi Sector, Karambi cell, Gahengeri village with a branch in Kayonza District, Mukarange Sector, Nyagatovu cell, Iragwe Village.

Position Overview

Farm Manager will provide oversight, leadership, and strategic direction of the farm as well as ensuring that there is daily planning, work organization, activity supervision and all administration work of farm estates. It is his responsibility to ensure that the farm runs efficiently and profitably.

Responsibilities

As a farm manager, he will need to:

• Prepare budgets, plan finances and production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters;
• Liaise with key rural professionals e.g. vet, suppliers, stock agents and contractors to ensure smooth operation of the farm;
• Operate farm machinery, make sure that there is adequate and high quality animal feeds and that animals and chickens well fed and on time;
• market the farm’s products in collaboration with the farm business supervisor;
• In collaboration Veterinary Doctor, Accountant and Farm Business Supervisor prepare the annual farm budget;
• Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment in collaboration with the Administration and Logistics officer;
• Setting budgets and production targets in collaboration with the farm business supervisor;
• Plan activities for the staff under him, mentoring and monitoring their performance and ensure that they are motivated for better performance;
• Coordinate, maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock, poultry or Pig;
• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in raising poultry, collecting eggs, crating fryers, and maintaining equipment and facilities on poultry farm;
• Assign workers to duties, such as collecting and candling eggs, feeding and vaccinating poultry, crating and shipping fryers, and cleaning and fumigating chicken houses;
• In collaboration with the Veterinary Doctor, understand the implications of the weather and make contingency plans to ensure that productivity is not affected. This will include preserving animal feeds in order to avoid situations where animals and birds do not have feeds;
• Monitor animal health and welfare, and ensure that all veterinary high-quality services to the cows, Pigs and chickens are offered and on time;
• maintain a knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them;
• Ensure that farm activities comply with government regulations;
• Attend local meetings and contribute effectively;
• Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate;
• Protect the environment and maintaining biodiversity; and
• Managing any farm diversification activities that may arise.

General Administration: 

• Provide outstanding management and mentoring to direct reports and to all Gahengeri Livestock and Poultry Farm staff.
• Partner with the CEO of Gahengeri Livestock and Poultry Farm regarding policies,

property maintenance and infrastructure projects.

• Participate in regular staff meetings.
• Attend professional development opportunities, as appropriate.
• Engage with other organizations and opportunities throughout the Karambi celL, Muhazi Sector, Kayonza District, Eastern Province and nationally.

Required Qualifications and Experiences 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made available to perform the essential functions.

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience and a relevant university degree, within the fields of Livestock and Poultry farm management focused on agricultural and Livestock.
• Outstanding and proven skills in managing diverse teams with maximized productivity and efficiency.
• Passion for interacting with and educating community members, volunteers and staff of varied ages and backgrounds.
• Knowledge and passion for community farming, food systems development, etc.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural equipment uses and safety.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Ability to be open and flexible to new ways of working with diverse communities.
• Creative skills and ability to experiment to attain new, better strategies, approaches, and solutions to challenges.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks along with an ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, team environment.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s (A0) degree in sustainable agriculture, Agri-Business, Business Administration, Management, or related field.
• Experience with soil and water management.
• Experience working with livestock.
• Food safety training.
• Experience as an agricultural cooperative Manager or Farm Manager.
• Project management experience.
• Active listening and constructive communication techniques such as Non-Violent Communication,meeting facilitation,

Compensation 

Salary commensurate with experience.

Gahengeri Livestock and Poultry Farm offers a competitive benefits package.

Typical Working Conditions 

The Farm Manager will work outdoors. There will be exposure to chemicals used in the agricultural and Livestock industry.

How to Apply 

Please email your resume to William.twahirwa70@gmail.com and copy to mpis2450@yahoo.fr.

Please state the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email before August 03^rd,2021.

(Signed)

Dr. William TWAHIRWA

CEO – GAHENGERI LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY FARM

CALL FOR APPLICATION

Job description: Short-Term National professional integration and career guidance Expert to Support the development of professional integration and career guidance support mechanisms in Rulindo district.

Rwanda Polytechnic has signed a financial agreement with Agence Française de Développement (AFD), for the implementation of a pilot project in the district of Rulindo. Expertise France (EF), the French Agency for international technical expertise, has been tasked to support the implementation of the project during the first 3 years.

To do so, Expertise France is currently recruiting a short-Term National Professional Integration and Career Guidance expert to lead the development of Career Guidance and Professional Integration support mechanisms in Rulindo district for 120 to 140 working days (maximum). The assignment will take place from October 2021 to June 2023, and the exact dates for each deliverable will be defined in collaboration with Rulindo district, TVET Providers and Expertise France.

Companies with relevant experience and with evidenced proof of experience of their staff on this assignment are also eligible to apply.

 How to apply

Please note that application documents should be sent to this email: joseph.masengesho@expertisefrance.fr   and the deadline is 3 August 2021

Notes: Application documents should contain a CV, cover letter and certificates and if you are a company, please send your company profile with the CVs of the person who will perform the task above

Kindly note that Expertise France will not be able to notify all the applicants. Only candidates who have been selected will be contacted for an interview before the final selection.

Done in Kigali, 21 July 2021

David Farge

Resident Technical Assistant

Gender and Youth Inclusion Specialist

 Location: Kigali, Rwanda                                 

Closing Date: August 13^th, 2021

 Background:

Land O’Lakes Venture37 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping communities around the world build economies by strengthening agriculture from farm-to-fork, helping businesses grow, and linking farmers to markets. Since our start in 1981, we have been leveraging nearly 100 years of expertise in crop inputs, agricultural insights, dairy and animal nutrition from our close affiliate, Land O’Lakes, Inc., a farmer-owned agribusiness committed to fulfilling its purpose of feeding human progress.

Our team is made up of nearly 350 employees who are committed to market-led approaches, and passionate about collaborating locally to create lasting inclusive economic growth. By unlocking the potential of agriculture for the last 36 years, the lives of more than 3 million people have been transformed through nearly 300 programs in more than 80 countries. Land O’Lakes has been operating in Lebanon for over 10 years.

Project Description:

Venture37 is seeking candidates for the Gender & Youth Inclusion Specialist position for a 5-year Cooperative Development Program (CD4) funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).  The project will run until August 2023 and is in its third year of implementation. CDP is advancing dairy, horticulture, and maize cooperatives in Rwanda; horticulture and dairy cooperatives in Malawi; and Mouneh cooperatives in Lebanon. The project aims to improve capacity, the enabling environment, and resources to meet the evolving needs of their members.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a candidate is chosen.

Position Summary: 

The Gender & Youth Inclusion Specialist will be responsible for the development and oversight of related tasks to ensure the inclusion of, and economic opportunity upgrading for men, women, and youth in the agricultural cooperative development sector through the CD4 activity. This role will adaptively manage implementation of a robust gender strategy that meets the requirements of USAID and Land O’Lakes Venture37 policies.   This Specialist will oversee the Gender Action Research that will study the impact of gender transformative approaches in agriculture by comparing the outcomes of entrepreneurial training in a treatment group of cooperative members (that have previously worked with Venture37) and a control group. In addition, this Specialist will liaise with the activity DCOP to coordinate and collaborate on key youth inclusion initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Gender & Youth Inclusion (30%)

• Ensure the continuity and sustainability of gender activities implemented by CD4 in the last two years including but not limited to strengthening women safe space in CD4 partner cooperatives, operationalizing gender champion groups and monitoring the implementation of cooperative gender policy and action plans.
• Initiate gender activities that strengthen gender and youth inclusion by replicating gender best practices to the CD4 new cohort of cooperatives.
• Manage CD4’s youth related efforts, including but not limited to youth intern program, partnership with RYAF on youth inclusion in cooperatives

Gender Action Research (50%)

Participate in work planning process to finalized Gender Action Research (GAR) plan.

Co-design research strategy and curriculum for GAR work with two GAR sub-awardees

Oversee at least two subawards and any contractors or STTA hired to facilitate the Gender Action Research.

Hire, train, and oversee facilitators, as necessary, to implement gender action work.

Regularly contribute to data collection, synthesis, and analysis processes for Gender Action Research.

Undertake regular visits to the field to support implementation of the strategy and to identify where adaptations and improvements might be needed.

Reporting & Administration (20%)

Regularly contribute to data collection processes for gender and youth inclusion indicators, perform data quality assessments, and adjust as needed.

Provide regular updates on project progress against key metrics to the Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party for inclusion in donor reports, work planning and learning events.

Represent work being done in gender-transformation and women’s empowerment under the Program in relevant internal and external forums.

Assist project staff to use project data to report and disseminate evidence of project work to the wider community, USAID, Land O’Lakes Venture37, and two sub-awardees

Demonstrate the highest degree of integrity throughout all activities and raise any concerns with implementation quality immediately with the Chief of Party.

Supervision:

• Supervised by the Deputy Chief of Party
• Oversight and management of two sub-awardees

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Gender Studies, Youth Studies, Agribusiness, Rural development, or another relevant managerial field.
• A minimum of four (4) years designing and implementing women’s and/or youth integration and empowerment activities, specific to the roles above.
• Proven experience with hands-on conducting and or managing research activities.
• Experience overseeing consultants, facilitators, and other shot-term assistance.
• Strong interpersonal and written and oral presentation skills in Kinyarwanda and English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with International development projects working in the agriculture sector.
• Experience working with cooperatives, farmer organizations, Agricultural SMEs, and rural farmers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence.
• Knowledge of the Rwandan gender development trends and challenges

 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

To Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the link: https://lol.avature.net/Careers/JobDetail/Kigali-Rwanda-CD4-Rwanda-Gender-and-Youth-Inclusion-Specialist/1523 no later than August 13^th, 2021.

Please note only finalists will be contacted.  No phone calls please.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Land O’Lakes enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce.

1. Marketing and Product Manager

Job Purpose

The job holder will have full ownership of product management and development portfolio for all new products (GSM/Non-GSM & and VAS). These portfolios will continually evolve as one initiative is delivered and a new one is identified and will form a core part of the individual’s objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial lead for the development of the company Business products and proposition from concept to launch, taking responsibility for conceptualization , scoping, implementation and operationalization
• Develop new products and services within the distinct company’s Business brand and ensure effective hand-over to the segment management team and relevant in-life product managers
• Scoping of the technical and operational feasibility of bringing product proposition to market. Documentation of detailed business, process and functional requirements for product concepts to support product and proposition launches
• Work with the IT and network teams to develop a working understanding of the technical deliverables required to meet the business needs and ensuring that any the proposed solution will be fit for purpose and commercially viable.
• Manage the trade-off between speed to market, cost and quality throughout the lifecycle of the project engaging stakeholders as required
• Manage and maintain project budget, controlling and analyzing impacts of changes as the project proceeds through it life cycle.
• Working with appropriate Segment team and marketing communication teams to ensure appropriate ‘go to market plans’ are in place for all new product/proposition initiatives
• Lead all tariffs and pricing approvals
• Work with the company’s stakeholder community to develop competitively priced value proposition and packages which generates agreed margins for products and services.
• Ensure high level of customer and network experience for the segment
• End-to-end management of existing SME products (GSM and Non GSM) and value propositions to meet targets for profitability and revenues, as agreed with the Head, Product Management/ Development
• Manage each in-life products and services on a profit and loss account basis, using financial performance data to make individual product investment and withdrawal decisions, proposing and implementing changes required to optimize performance through

1. Customer incentives plans
2. Sales incentives plans
3. Upgrade
4. Cross Sells

• Analyze the daily, weekly and monthly reports, region wise and at pan OPCO level to understand the trend of customer demands and acceptability inclination
• Develop the standard for ensuring companywide operational readiness and go /no go decision gates for all product launches
• Documentation of detailed business, process and functional requirements for product concepts to support product and proposition launches
• Full integration of quality management processes and their effective deployment on a day-to-day basis.
• Use relevant metrics and measures to routinely monitor progress against targets and take appropriate managerial action to ensure targets are met or exceeded
• Ensure that all product launches are supported by end to end definition of the customer journey from lead to cash to trouble resolution, in order to deliver optimal customer experience and first time right in all product launches
• Work with Segment teams and all stake holders to develop financial appraisal model as a decision gate prior to product development kick off
• Use market gap analysis and segmentation data on the Rwandan enterprise solutions market to identify opportunities for additional products and services. Present compelling business cases for new products, demonstrating return on investment.
• Work with all relevant stakeholders in the definition, impact assessments and development of new products. Stake holders include but are not limited to IT, Networks, Legal and Regulatory, Marketing, Customer service, Supply chain, External vendors, HR, and Regional sales teams
• Carry out training needs analysis and deliver appropriate training to support every product launch
• Effective interpretation and cascade of all new enterprise value propositions to the regional Enterprise sales team
• Carry out training needs analysis and deliver appropriate training to support every product launch
• Effective interpretation and cascade of all new enterprise value propositions to the regional Enterprise sales team
• Effectively liaise with all relevant stake holders in analyzing competitor’s activities as well as relevant market development and proposing pre-emptive counter measures which may be in the form of new product initiatives
• Provide clarity of purpose to team members
• Ensure effective prioritization of product development activities and alignment of such to the overall SBU and company wide objective
• Coach, mentor and guide team members, ensuring high motivation and engagement
• Put in place training and development plan for members of the team

Key competencies

• Influencing
• Negotiation
• Analytical
•  Project Management
• Change Management
• Interviewing

Key Requirements

• 8+ years of varied experience in Sales & Marketing with at least 4 years at middle management level handling independent businesses.
• An in-depth knowledge of enterprise systems is highly desirable
• Relevant experience in Telecom industry is desirable
• Product Management, Business Analysis and Planning, Product Development, Strategic Sales Management, Channel management, Key account management, Presentation, Business Case Development.
• Product Development
• Business Process Engineering an re-engineering
• Ability to use market research gap analysis to develop profitable products and services.
• Knowledge of the Rwandan enterprise solutions market.
• Ability to exercise “thought leadership” throughout customer organizations.
• Analytical thinker who can plan/execute action to exploit business opportunities.
• Ability to present compelling business cases for investment in new products and services development.
• Utmost professional integrity
• 1st first degree or its equivalent in Computer science, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing or Business related discipline
• 2nd Degree in MBA or MSC in related disciple above is recommended
• A professional qualification of Project Management, Business Analysis is desirable
• Solid problem-solving and business acumen skills
• Proven organizational development, performance management and employee relations skills
• Must demonstrate interpersonal savvy with the ability to maneuver through complex situations effectively while building constructive relationships Ability to build partnerships in a matrix organizational environment along with providing coaching/counseling to all levels within the organization.

Major challenges

1. Driving exponential business growth across all regions
2. Limited IT capabilities of data management and segmentation of this segment
3. Creating visibility of the company’s products and services
4. Effective delivery and timely communication of all schemes and product launches to existing and potential Corporate accounts

Dimensions

• Innovative
• High drive for results
• Analytical & strategic
• Team Player; Confident, and Objective
• Attention to detail/ excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Ready to achieve beyond set target
• Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input to the Business unit
• Ability to lead in an environment of constant change.
• Creative, forward thinker
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

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2. Tools Administrator

Job Purpose

The Way We Work

Our client is a customer focused, understanding that we continuously must surpass our customers’ expectations. Our client is innovative, constantly seeking new and improved ways to deliver our products and services. Our client act with integrity, being open and honest in everything we do. Our client is bold and courageous in expanding existing markets and developing new ones.

Core Values are:

• Customer Focus
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Boldness

Key Responsibilities

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BAHO International Hospital (BIH) would like to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions:

1. Human Resource & Administration Officer.

Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Human Resource Management, Social Sciences, Management or similar fields with at least 3 years’ experience as human resource or People management officer or similar positions.

• Demonstrable experience in Office management is highly preferred.

2. Public Relations & Communication Officer.

Qualifications: Bachelor degree in Journalism, Communications or Public relations with at least 3 years’ experience in similar positions.

• Fluency in English, French and Kinyarwanda (Swahili is a plus)
• Familiar with modern communication systems (Internet, Email, Social medias, YouTube) highly preferred.

Interested candidates should send the applications (CV, Cover letter, Copy of Diplomas and their national ID) to the following email: info@bahointernationalhospital.com:

Deadline for application is 1^st August 2021.

Dr. MUHAWENIMANA Pétronille.

Managing Director

RECRUITMENT OF A TRAINER FOR THE MODULE OF LOAN MANAGEMENT IN DUAL APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM

Background

RICEM was launched in June 2014 as Vocational Technical Institute for the three pillars namely Cooperatives, Microfinance and Entrepreneurship. It was created from the “Centre de Formation ET de Recherché” (former Iwacu Kabusunzu) which was initiated by the Government of Rwanda and the Government of Switzerland for the capacity development of Cooperatives.

In partnership with DSIK, RDB, AMIR and MFIs, RICEM is implementing a Dual system of learning in both Kigali and Rubavu. It is part of the DSIK Regional Project East Africa, which has been launched in September 2014 It fosters vocational education, institutional professionalization of microfinance associations and financial inclusion in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.

Within the regional project, one objective is the implementation of a Dual Apprenticeship System for the Rwandan Microfinance Sector in order to enhance the quality of vocational education in the sector. The Dual Apprenticeship System is a capacity development intervention, specifically targeting young adults. The training is based on a competency-based approach to teaching and learning, hence encompassing the development of knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviour. The Dual Training method puts strong emphasis on practical knowledge and skills application which is reflected in its rotational fashion of the learning place of which 20% is theory-based learning at school and 80% is practical workplace learning. The training qualifies to become a Microfinance Professional and is aligned with Rwanda’s TVET Qualification Framework (RTQF).

The Dual System pursues three main goals:

1. Improvement of employability and productivity of the apprentice.
2. Significant increase of MFIs’ service quality and institutional performance.
3. Continuous increase of professionalism and growth of the microfinance sector.

Terms of Reference:

1. The trainer must be fluent in English and must have several years (5+ years) of work experience in credit operations. In addition to that, he/she must have experience as a trainer related to credit and delinquency management in Rwanda’s microfinance sector.
2. As part of the Dual Apprenticeship System, the trainer is requested to provide the theory-based training at school. Against the backdrop of a competence-based training, the trainer will conduct the training in a holistic manner, hence, supporting the development of the trainees’ knowledge, skills as well as attitudes.
3. The trainer is required to provide the training in a participatory fashion. This is to mean that classroom training is implemented in a learner-centered and participatory fashion by applying a variety of teaching-and-learning methods (discussions, group work, role-play, brainstorming, case studies, etc.). The trainer shall encourage the learners to develop, exchange and apply new as well as existing knowledge.
4. In order to monitor the performance as well as learning process of the apprentices, the trainer is required to apply Quality Assurance mechanisms in class, namely pre- and post-exams, Formative Assessments (FAs), as well as participation evaluation. The trainer commits her/him self to provide adequate feedback to the pre/post exams and Formative Assessment (FAs) and include their outcome into training session development. The trainer furthermore agrees to receive external observers throughout classroom training in order to enable Quality Assurance.

The Service Provider’s specific tasks for the mission include:

• Provide theoretical training once a week (Wednesday or Thursday) from 8 AM until 5 PM at RICEM premises or virtually for the agreed period of time.
• Prepare relevant classroom training materials including:

• • the Power Point Presentations based on the developed and provided Trainee Manual
  • Weekly session agendas
    • the session agenda(s) for the recap session(s) is provided
    • the trainer will conduct a session review (review sheet provided) in the last input session on the basis of which she will prepare the recap session

• Ensure availability and readiness of classroom materials prior to each session (laptop, projector, flip chart including stand, water for apprentices, task and solution sheets, handouts)
• Conduct, marks, collect and provide feedback to pre- and post-exam exams during the first and the last session respectively
• Conduct participation evaluation on the basis of provided evaluation sheets (weekly and concluding) conduct weekly participation evaluation based on provided sheets, accumulate results, and use the results in the bilateral feedback sessions.
• Collect all Formative Assessment (FAs) including corrections as well as performance surveys and any training relevant surveys (employability survey, in-company trainer survey, etc.) from apprentices in the provided hard copy folder
• Provide feedback and correction to activities with a special focus on potential homework assignments to apprentices either face to face or in a written fashion
• Share training material with apprentices via email in its soft-copy version after each training session
• hand back the trainer manual after training completion to the project team

How to apply

For the interested candidates, they are kindly requested to submit their expression of interest, detailed CV and supporting proofs related to the achievements in credit areas. All those docs will be addressed to ricem.company@gmail.com by 3^rd August, 2021 @ 5:00 PM.

OPERATIONS MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION

Aheza Fortified Food Ltd (AFF) is a food processing limited liability Company launched in 2015 by the Ihangane Project, an International NGO intervening in health sector in Ruli, in Northern Province of Rwanda. The Ihangane Project started Fortified Food project initially to cater for its clinical nutrition program, especially for the expectant and breast-feeding mothers and their infants up to 2 years located in Ruli District Hospital catchment area. Aheza Fortified Food Limited mission is to eliminate childhood malnutrition in East Africa.  And the factory is installed in Gatagara village, Ruli sector, Gakenke district Northern Province of Rwanda. To fulfill this mission, the company produces fortified flours by applying vitamins and minerals.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Operations Manager is to oversee the entire facility in every aspect. Ensuring safety, quality and maximum productivity at all levels. The company, customers and workers benefit from the work done by the manager ensuring safe quality products to all the customers on a timely basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Drive  manufacturing performance by directing all production in the plant, to meet schedules that allow for superior customer satisfaction and high plant efficiency by establishing and executing operating plans and objective

• Coordinate and lead plant operations to continuously improve plant safety, quality and productivity.
• Plan the use of human resources.
• Organize recruitment and placement of required staff.
• Delegate tasks and accountabilities.
• Establish work schedules, Supervise staff, Monitor and evaluate performance.
• Make decisions about equipment use, maintenance, modification and procurement;

2. Provide plant floor supervision and leadership to ensure compliance with all company quality standards.

• Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Work out and implement standard operating procedures for production operations;
• Ensure that standard operating, health and safety procedures are adhered to;
• Monitor quality standards of products and implement and enforce quality control and tracking programs to meet quality objectives;
• Analyze production and quality control to detect and correct problems;
• Determine and implement improvements to the production process.

3. Responsible  for financial management role

• Set and manage production budgets and costs;
• Supporting better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning to help meet projected profitability targets and business results;
• Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency efforts through improvements to each operation as well as coordination and communication within and outside the business company;
• Lead corrective action and problem solving activities and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare and maintain production reports;
• Assist Senior Managers in financial management and reporting activities.
• Develop operational initiatives to achieve financial goals.
• Monitor and manage expenses within the established budget

4. Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.

• Ensure efficient collaboration and coordination of relevant processes including procurement, distribution and management.
• Drive and champion risk reduction activities.
• Staff, manage, coach, motivate, train and assess performance of production and operations employees, both exempt and nonexempt by review the performance of staff and organize necessary interventions for improvement.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, and supervises the work of a number of diversified personnel engaged in food preparation and service.
• Observes quality of food service and gives instructions for maintenance of high standards.
• Manage customer support. Plan and support sales and marketing activities.
• Performs related work as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field and five years of supervising experience in a production environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Passion for Social Enterprise and Social Impact
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizing
• Decision-making
• Communication skills
• Persuasiveness
• Influencing and leading
• Delegation
• Team work
• Negotiation
• Conflict management
• Adaptability
• Stress tolerance.

How to Apply

To start the application process, send a cover letter, resume/CV, and any other relevant documents in PDF Format at:  aheza@theihanganeproject.com and diane@theihanganeproject.com

The closing date for submission of applications is August 6^th, 2021. No late applications be accepted.

Kigali, Rwanda | www.ampersand.solar

Health and Safety Officer

Kigali, Rwanda

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

About Ampersand

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

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

About the role

Ampersand is looking for a competent Health and Safety Officer to help in creating the safest working environment for Ampersand staff, clients, and the surrounding environment to all Ampersand premises including main offices, manufacturing premises, and the charging station network. The ideal candidate will develop and update policies and procedures to govern all Health and safety activities, manage a small HS committee with the main goal to establish a workplace that complies with Rwanda’s national policy for OHS.  The officer will also help in fostering a culture of attention to health and safety.

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

• Review the existing HS policies and standards and update according to the Rwanda national policy for OHS
• Support the development of new HS policies and programs
• Organize and monitor the HS training to all new employees
• Conduct risk assessments on all Ampersand premises
• Develop preventive measures based on the risk assessment findings
• Manage Ampersand HS committee and coordinate all their activities including meetings
• Work closely with the top management and provide useful advice on various safety-related issues
• Inspect premises, tools, and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity
• Oversee installation, maintenance, and disposal of wastes.
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
• Prepare periodic reports and provide statistical information to upper management.

Ampersand is a good fit if:

• Do you like working in safe environments
• You are a proactive problem solver
• You like creating and implementing policies
• You enjoy exercising leadership potentials in managing and a grow a small team
• You are very attentive to details
• You are looking for an entrepreneurial company that values innovation and strong execution
• You like getting things done in the right way
• You value diversity and community in the workplace

Minimum requirements

We are seeking a qualified and experienced individual with in-depth knowledge of OHS initiation and management. You are encouraged to apply if you have the following:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Experience in manufacturing or construction environments is preferred
• Degree in either safety management, public health, or engineering
• OSHA certificate or any other relevant certificate
• In-depth knowledge of international and national policies governing OHS
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in report writing and policies for HS
• High-level work ethics
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Diligent with great attention to detail
• Outstanding organizational skills
• English speaking abilities.

Timing

ASAP

Compensation:

A competitive compensation package commensurate with international market rates.

Job location

This role will be based in Kigali, Rwanda

How to apply

Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter) all in one document via the ” Apply for this job” button not later than the 27th July 2021.

Our work in Rwanda currently covers all the refugee locations and their kind Rwandan-host communities. And we are always looking to expand and, jointly with our partners, offer lasting impact with and for the communities we serve! ALIGHT is looking for a qualified, self-driven, and committed individual to join its team as Community Services Assistant (refugee camps) where

ALIGHT has active operations.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Based at ETM Gashora, the Community Services Assistant (CSA) will act as the interface between Alight and communities at the ETM, for empowering POCS to enhance Quality and healthy life. He/she will also be responsible for community involvement and ownership to enhance the sustainability and empowerment of POCs in the ETM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project development, implementation, and reporting:

• Under the supervision of the Community Service Officer, contribute to implementing and monitoring community service activities;
• Identify and report gaps in terms of community services with the objective to address them with strong impact for the beneficiaries;
• Assist the Community Services Officer to integrate participatory and community-based approaches in the overall protection delivery strategy and operational procedures;
• Contribute and assist in activities that drive towards empowerment, community mobilization, and participation of the various POCs;
• Contribute to the regular reporting requirements on community services related issues;
• Proactively contribute to the quality and timely implementation of community sub-sector activities as planned;
• Uphold’s code of conduct and principles on accountability.
• Perform any other task requested by the supervisor.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Contribute to the daily quality implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of projects and interventions;
• Identify, document, and disseminate relevant project success, challenges and follow up on the implementation of community service project action points;
• Assist in participatory needs/vulnerability and capacity assessments of affected communities;
• Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of results.

QUALIFICATIONS

We’re looking for the following education, technical skills, & knowledge:

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to lead, direct, develop, and manage the implementation of all aspects of World Vision’s ministry while realizing the organizational Vision, Mission, and Core values.

Specifically:

• To provide overall strategic and operational leadership for World Vision Rwanda.
• Strategically lead, develop and direct the implementation of all aspects of World Vision Ministry in Rwanda as an effective member of the Partnership in line with Twin Citizenship principles to ensure high Ministry quality and high impact on the field; Be accountable for all of the above.
• Ensure that WV’s ministry is directly contributing to the sustained well-being of children and the fulfillment of their rights within families and communities.
• Represent WV to all donors, project partners, other WV Partnership offices and divisions, local Government, Church representatives and non-governmental organizations serving according to given Power of Attorney.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that WV Rwanda has high quality Christian Commitment strategy and operations plan and they are appropriate for country context.
• Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, Ministry and integrity though lifestyle and work relationships, and provide spiritual guidance to staff on the Vision, Mission and WV Core Values.
• Participate and lead regular devotional meetings.
• Ensure high quality and high impact on the field by leading in a way that WV Rwanda programs are achieving expected annual targets on sustainable basis in line with strategic priorities.
• Ensure adequate resources are acquired and managed to meet and enable quality program implementation.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality and accountability through compliance with World Vision policies and standards and international standards for emergency response, disaster mitigation, rehabilitation and development.
• Ensure adequate oversight over project proposals, reports, integrated audits, and ministry evaluations to assure that impact and accountability patterns are met.
• Ensure accountability for the implementation of effective ministry to all key stakeholders. Ensure adequate oversight towards relevant, timely and accurate flow of management and operational reports according to program objectives and standards.
• Ensure that there is documented Country strategy, Ministry strategies and operating plans, and the latter have been derived from overall strategy and have clear and measurable short-term and long-term targets; Ensure that Ministry strategies are aligned with Partnership Strategic priorities and Our Promise.
• Ensure that there are clear strategies for all main functions, and they are based on the office strategy and operational plan and include main priority areas identified in respective Regional and Partnership Strategy. Facilitate and be accountable for strategies execution and monitoring.
• Support Senior Leadership Team to make consistent and progressive steps towards organizational and programmatic consistency and sustainability; effectively communicate work plans and priorities derived from the organizational strategies by partnering with Senior Leadership Team to ensure synchronized accountabilities, objectives and associated budgets.
• Enhance organizational excellence by establishing operational benchmarks, timeframes, targets for accountability, KPIs and resources needed to achieve strategic goals, proactively driving improvements if necessary.
• Enhance sustainable programming supported by stable, long term financing to develop sustainable funding base and to pursue new and innovative funding sources to meet WV Rwanda’s strategic priorities.
• Play a leading role in developing and managing effective partnerships and networks with both existing and new key partners.
• Promote WV’s Vision, Mission, Core Values and key Partnership Standards and Practices among staff and partners and ensure they are the core foundation of the office strategies and work.
• Promote a leadership and management style that enables the integration of operations across Rwanda.
• Ensure that capable staff is available to implement office strategy and operational plans.
• Supervise Senior Leadership Team, all policies, organizational planning and development, ensure clarity around roles, motivate Senior Leadership Team and facilitate effective team dynamics.
• Review and approve Senior Leadership Team succession plans; ensure that proper capacity is in place and succession plan is updated and executed.
• Lead and Manage in a way that facilitates the high-performance culture, open trustworthy relationships and integrity; Promote culture of learning and development, employee engagement and good stewardship of human capital in the office.
• Ensure implementation and compliance to Partnership Performance Management Standards and Principles, while seek to implement Performance Management guidelines on reasonable level; Champion Senior Leadership Team in proper implementation of Performance Evaluations on annual level.
• Support initiatives for staff care and well-being.
• Respect, value and promote gender, age, religious and ethnic diversity.
• Ensure high standards in the management of the human, financial, capital and technical resources of the organization. It also includes inspiring and maintaining high standards of work and clear accountability to stakeholders.
• Visit projects frequently to encourage, build relationships, and support WV programs.
• Represent WV Rwanda, engage and build strategic alliances with the Government Rwanda, Vision Fund boards, major donor agencies, WV Partnership, non-governmental agencies, churches and media.
• Develop and implement appropriate advocacy strategies to raise awareness of- and advocate for change in- key issues within the specific context.
• Lead and facilitate strategies for the promotion of justice that look for the change of unfair structures that oppress those in need; Ensure that WV is positioned as a leading INGO in promoting the well-being and rights of children within the country context to deserve public and stakeholders’ confidence and trust.
• Strengthen awareness of World Vision’s program both within and outside of the WV Partnership.
• Ensure that WV Brand is respected within all operational areas and none of office operations or staff conduct harm it.
• Provide leadership, strategic direction and support to the team for developing and implementing excellent donor experience and acquisition of Ministry funds; Identify new opportunities and forge alliances that lead to optimization of all resources.
• Ensure efficient and effective organizational practices, that would result in successful financial and operational audit scores.
• Oversee action planning and execution to resolve audit findings in an agreed and timely manner; oversee appropriate reporting of audit results and actions.
• Oversee strong financial compliance through timeliness and completeness of financial reports.
• Oversee strong operational compliance through timeliness and completeness of program/project reports.
• Provide direction and focus for integrating private and public funds to maximize results and respond to community needs in most effective and efficient way.
• Manage overall financial integrity of the program to WV Support Offices, Donors, the Government and other stakeholders.
• Provide overall strategic leadership and initiative for identifying and securing financial resources to support the program.
• Develop and maintain capacity to respond to natural and man-made emergencies.
• Oversee regular review of security and safety plans and protocols (security manual, evacuation plan, Disaster Preparedness Plan, and risk assessments at national and AP levels) and ensure understanding and compliance by all staff and visitors.
• Oversee relief efforts, as and when they arise and work in partnership with response teams. Build in-country relief response capacity to ensure adequate disaster management and response.
• Liaise with other international organizations to collect information about the security environment and, where appropriate, discuss joint responses to security threats
• Ensure that the country office comply with local legal requirements and standards.
• Ensure and oversee proper mechanisms for Child Protection and other WVI Standards and Principles implementation.
• Ensure that the entity functions in a complementary, cohesive manner where the principles of interdependence and twin citizenship guide the contribution made to the Partnership and the use of WV Partnership resources.
• Ensure WV Rwanda actively participates in scheduled Peer Reviews. Take ownership for appropriate action planning and execution of Peer Review recommendations with the Advisory Council.
• Ensure business continuity through an integrated risk management approach, including security, financial, operational and reputation risks by developing contingency plans and scenarios; and take ownership of the action plans
• Explore opportunities and facilitate National Resource Development plan;
• Develop and implement an effective National Resource Development strategy and implementation plan that enables to generate funds locally to meet local sustainability strategy.
• Implement long term and short term programs that create new opportunities for acquisition, retention and transformation of diverse set of donors.
• Influence donors using creative approaches to motivate them to get involved in support of WV Rwanda fundraising initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Master’s degree or qualification in a relevant subject with a focus on leadership, team management, Social Science or other relevant skills
• 10+ years proven senior leadership experience; preferably in both for-profit and non-profit sectors
• Experience in managing effective and efficient operations of the organization demonstrating sound financial management (e.g. organizations with over 300 staff and a total budget of $ 29millions)
• Proven track record of leading multi-cultural teams in complex, culturally and politically-sensitive contexts and/or multi-sectoral emergency response projects.
• Is politically astute and shows strong diplomatic skills (especially in dealing with government, donors, staff and internal politics)
• Builds and manages relationships to effectively build trust and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders (eg colleagues, donors, board members, global partners).
• Adapts behavior and style to effectively interact with others and creates an environment that supports inclusiveness and diversity
• Works effectively under pressure and with ambiguity and complex change.
• Negotiates with purpose and integrity and effectively handles multiple demands from many stakeholders
• Provides a clear and compelling strategic direction for the organization
• Develops diverse, high-performing teams through effective recruitment, coaching and team-building
• Role models biblical ethics and principles in action
• Responsible steward of resources and assets.
• Language proficiency in English.

License, registration, or certification required to perform this position:

• HEAT (hostile environment awareness training) and SRMT (security risk management training) or a UN equivalent, as appropriate for fragile contexts.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• MBA or an equivalent Master’s degree is preferred
• Experience with large bilateral and multilateral grant acquisition and compliance as well multi-sectorial humanitarian operations.
• Experience and/or a clear understanding of dealing with National Boards/Advisory Councils
• Knowledge of UN humanitarian architecture and donor community
• Understanding of the local cultural and geopolitical fragile context of the National Office.
• Knowledge of local language(s).

Work Environment/Travel:

• The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.
• Frequent travel to the field and other countries.
• Office-based with family.
• On Call: Available at any time.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

ECA’s mission, objective and strategic directions.

ECA’s mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.

The mission will be guided by ECA’s five new strategic directions which are advancing ECA’s position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent’s problems and take local solution to the continent; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; advocating Africa’s position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues.

Subregional Office for Eastern Africa

The Subregional Office for Eastern Africa (SRO-EA) is located in Kigali (Rwanda). It is headed by a Director who reports to the Deputy Executive Secretary (Programme). Its core objective is to contribute to achieving structural transformation for inclusive and sustainable development in the subregion, with a focus on deepening regional integration.

The core functions are as follows:
(a) Assisting member States through initiatives, advisory services and tailored capacity-building interventions in the context of the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area, including through technical studies and country profiles addressing structural transformation;
(b) Contributing to strengthening the capacity of member States in the Eastern Africa subregion, the regional economic communities and intergovernmental bodies to develop and implement development frameworks, including on the blue economy.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Chief, Regional Integration and AfCFTA Cluster (P5) and/or the Cluster Lead, Sub-Regional Initiatives (P4), and in close collaboration with professional staff of the cluster, and depending on their level of experience and training, the intern at the Sub-regional Office for Eastern Africa will be responsible for the following duties:

-Produces analytical, quantitative and qualitative elements required for the elaboration of documents and reports;
-Researches and analyzes topics relating to sustainable economic development in Eastern Africa;
-Drafts and edits publications, papers and other documents;
-Liaises with SRO-EA stakeholders on key development topics for Africa;
-Supports organization of meetings and events
-Assists with outreach activities;
-Participates in day-to-day operational tasks of the Division. This may include servicing requests for information; support for developing presentations; liaison with partner organizations;
-Performs administrative tasks as assigned.
-Performs any other tasks as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

1. To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

(a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); if pursuing studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and
graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time study at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree;
(b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
(c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation;

2. Be computer literate in standard software applications;

3. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and

4. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in either English or French is required. Knowledge of the other is desirable.

Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice

The internship is UNPAID and full time. Interns work five days per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

A completed online application (including Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
– Degree programme (what are you currently studying?);
– Graduation date (when will you or when did you graduate from the programme?); -any
– List the IT skills or software applications that you are proficient in;
– Explain why you are the best candidate for this internship;
– Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.

In your Personal History Profile, be sure list all your past work experience, your IT skills, and three references.

Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that this is an on-going advertisement for 6 months. Successful candidates may be contacted at any time during the posting period or shortly thereafter.

These internships are for a period of three months (3), with an opportunity for extension up to a maximum of six months, depending on the needs of the Section.

The internship is unpaid and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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