JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Department of Human Resources would like to inform its estimated staff and the Public of opportunities for the following position:

Any person qualified according to the criteria defined below can apply. SBL employees with the ambition to apply are equally welcome.

Job Requirements

Packaging Assistant Machine Operator

• A2 level certificate in mechanical or electrical
• Have at least 2 years’ experience in packaging operations
• Adherence to health and safety regulations
• Ability to learn new skills for further development
• Ability to work and communicate with others
• Able to speak English or French.

How to apply

The applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) copies of degrees/ diplomas/professional certificates and a copy the National ID should be dropped at our offices located in Nzove, Shyorongi, Kanyinya Sector, plot N°1070 in Kigali, at the attention of the HR Department not later than Monday, 16^th  March 2020 at 5:00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, on 4^th March 2020

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Department of Human Resources would like to inform its estimated staff and the Public of opportunities for the following position:

Any person qualified according to the criteria defined below can apply. SBL employees with the ambition to apply are equally welcome.

Job Requirements

Shuttle Truck & Forklift Driver 

• • Hold a Rwandan driving license category C & F.
  • Have at least 2 years of professional experience in driving trucks & special machines like a forklift.
  • Able to understand instructions.
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Be in good physical & health conditions.
  • Must be able to speak & understand French or English.
  • Must have a team spirit, working independently & integrity.

The applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) copies of degrees/ diplomas/professional certificates and a copy the National ID should be dropped at our offices located in Nzove, Shyorongi, Kanyinya Sector, plot N°1070 in Kigali, at the attention of the HR Department not later than Monday, 16^th  March 2020 at 5:00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, on 4^th March 2020

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Department of Human Resources would like to inform its estimated staff and the Public of opportunities for the following position:

Any person qualified according to the criteria defined below can apply. SBL employees with the ambition to apply are equally welcome.

Job Requirements

Forklift driver

• Hold a Rwandan driving license category F
• Practical skills to drive a forklift
• Ability to put things in order
• Have at least 2 years of professional experience in driving special machines like a forklift.
• Have at least 3 years of post-primary school & be able to work and communicate with others.
• Adherence to health & safety regulations.
• Ability to learn new skills for further development.

How to apply

The applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) copies of degrees/ diplomas/professional certificates and a copy the National ID should be dropped at our offices located in Nzove, Shyorongi, Kanyinya Sector, plot N°1070 in Kigali, at the attention of the HR Department not later than Monday, 16^th  March 2020 at 5:00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, on 4^th March 2020

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Department of Human Resources would like to inform its estimated staff and the Public of opportunities for the following position:

Any person qualified according to the criteria defined below can apply. SBL employees with the ambition to apply are equally welcome.

Job Requirements

Shuttle Truck & Forklift Driver 

• Hold a Rwandan driving license category C & F.
• Have at least 2 years of professional experience in driving trucks & special machines like a forklift.
• Able to understand instructions.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Be in good physical & health conditions.
• Must be able to speak & understand French or English.
• Must have a team spirit, working independently & integrity.

The applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) copies of degrees/ diplomas/professional certificates and a copy the National ID should be dropped at our offices located in Nzove, Shyorongi, Kanyinya Sector, plot N°1070 in Kigali, at the attention of the HR Department not later than Monday, 16^th  March 2020 at 5:00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, on 4^th March 2020

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Department of Human Resources would like to inform its estimated staff and the Public of opportunities for the following position:

Any person qualified according to the criteria defined below can apply. SBL employees with the ambition to apply are equally welcome.

Job Requirements

Déclaration Officer

• At least 2 years of experience in freight & forwarding clearance or customs clearance.
• Experience and understanding of Airfreight and Sea clearance procedure.
• Excellent Knowledge of Customs procedures and systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work long and strenuous hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or in a similar field.
• Attention to detail.

The applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) copies of degrees/ diplomas/professional certificates and a copy the National ID should be dropped at our offices located in Nzove, Shyorongi, Kanyinya Sector, plot N°1070 in Kigali, at the attention of the HR Department not later than Monday, 16^th  March 2020 at 5:00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali, on 4^th March 2020

1. Dealer Sales (03 Positions)

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2.Solar Sales Representatives ( 04 Positions)

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Founded in 1988, the StarTimes group is now the most influential system integrator, technology provider, network operator, and content provider in China’s television broadcasting industry, and is on its way to becoming a media group with global influence.

With a global vision, StarTimes began to expand its business to Africa in 2002 and has been working closely with African governments to jointly promote digitalization and informatization

Position Description

Under the supervision of the head of the department, the solar sales Representatives and Dealer sales will lead sales to all customers across the country.

1. Job title: Solar Sales Representatives

Number of positions: 04

Requirements:

• Experience in sales of solar energy products or pay-TV products to customers.
• Sales and reporting skills
• Holding a bachelor’s degree in a field like Business Administration, Management,
• More than 3 years of experience in Solar Sales
• Language: English and Kinyarwanda

Interested candidates should send their application enclosed with a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. The application should be addressed to the CEO OF STAR AFRICA MEDIA (Startimes) and delivered to STAR AFRICA MEDIA offices especially in HR Department or send on email address: hr_rwanda@startimes.com.cn; and cc: hrmstartimes@gmail.com from 7^th March up to 20^th March 2020 at 5:00 pm. Startimes head office is located at KIMIHURURA, Immeuble Aigle Blanc, Kigali – Rwanda.

Done at Kigali, March 7, 2020

Founded in 1988, the StarTimes group is now the most influential system integrator, technology provider, network operator, and content provider in China’s television broadcasting industry, and is on its way to becoming a media group with global influence.

With a global vision, StarTimes began to expand its business to Africa in 2002 and has been working closely with African governments to jointly promote digitalization and informatization

Position Description

Under the supervision of the head of the department, the  Dealer sales will lead sales to all customers across the country.

Job title: Dealer Sales

Number of positions: 03

Requirements:

• Experience in sales of pay-TV products to customers.
• Promote Startimes products and services to potential customers and dealers
• Looking for new dealers in the working place
• Following up dealers stock and encourage them to buy more products
• Sales through dealers and reporting skills
• Holding a bachelor’s degree in a field like Business Administration, Management,
• More than 3 years of experience in selling through dealers
• Language: English and Kinyarwanda

Qualifications

Marketing, Sales or other related fields.

Key skills:

• Having good oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Commercial awareness.
• Initiative and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, technical, IT and numerical abilities are crucial.

Salary: Negotiable

Interested candidates should send their application enclosed with a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. The application should be addressed to the CEO OF STAR AFRICA MEDIA (Startimes) and delivered to STAR AFRICA MEDIA offices especially in HR Department or send on email address: hr_rwanda@startimes.com.cn; and cc: hrmstartimes@gmail.com from 7^th March up to 20^th March 2020 at 5:00 pm. Startimes head office is located at KIMIHURURA, Immeuble Aigle Blanc, Kigali – Rwanda.

Done at Kigali, March 7, 2020

NB: please indicate the position that you are applying for on the subject of your application and note that only short-listed candidates with required qualifications will be contacted.

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(Job Ref: SOS CV RWANDA 01/2020)

Position: Chief Accountant at the National Office

Type of contract: Permanent

Working location: Kigali/ National Office

Supervisor: Director of Finance & Administration

Responsible to: Director of Finance & Administration

Deadline: 20 March 2020

Context of the position:

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent, non-governmental social development organization. The Organization supports vulnerable children and young people in four locations of Kigali, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe. SOS Rwanda applies a one program approach in its education, family strengthening, health and community development programs, that supports a holistic approach in the interest of the child. In this regard, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda seeks to recruit a Chief Accountant to be based at its National Office

Job summary:

The Chief Accountant works as the Finance Department’s second person in command. He is responsible for:

• Organising SOS Children’s Villages accountancy and ensuring that local legislative requirements and related standards are met.
• Training and developing accounting staff within the locations/facilities in financial tools, systems and processes.
• Conducting internal audits in all locations/facilities to ensure compliance with local and SOS Children’s Villages requirements.
• Supporting the development of internal finance policies and guidelines regulating processes related to finance as well as overall internal control system in line with the vision, mission, strategy, policies, and standards of the organisation.
• Preparing and providing all relevant financial and accounting information to Director of Finance & Administration.

Main clients:

• Location Accountant
• National Office Accountant
• External and internal auditors
• Managers at the National Office & Locations.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

• Budgeting and Budget Control
  • Prepares National Office budget proposal
  • Consolidates Member Association’s budget and submits it to Director of Finance & Administration
  • Ensures technical correctness of the entire Member Association’s budget including chart of accounts application
  • Prepares budget deviation information of the National Office
  • Calculate various proposal/application budgets (e.g. grants, government subsidies) according to specific donor requirements
• Accounting and Internal Control
  • Ensures that the organisation uses the latest version of the SOS Children’s Villages accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics NAV)
  • Supports Director of Finance & Administration in developing and implementing an up-to-date documented system of accounting policies, financial procedures, internal control guidelines (in compliance with local regulations & SOS Children’s Villages standards) within the entire association
  • Consolidates and ensures the correctness of the Member Association’s accounting data and statistical key figures according to local financial regulations as well as SOS Children’s Villages standards and guidelines
  • Keeps the National Office accountancy as well as responsible for reporting to the local authorities (e.g. for accounting and statistics reporting)
  • Supports Director of Finance & Administration in conducting internal audits in all Member Association’s facilities

• Reporting
  • Supports Director of Finance & Administration in providing relevant financial information to specific deadlines as requested by different stakeholders
  • Prepares financial reports related to projects (e.g. construction projects, projects financed by public grants etc.) according to existing SOS Children’s Villages standards and/or special donor requirements
• Funds Management
  • Prepares the National Offices liquidity plan
  • Consolidates liquidity plans from facilities/locations (optional)
• Technical Qualifications and personal skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, professional qualification such as ACCA and CPA are a plus
  • At least Five years of relevant work experience with a not-for-profit organization
  • Analytical thinking
  • Sound judgement
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and training ability
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency with Excel, Peachtree, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work with various administrative and program levels in the organization.
  • Strong organizational and research skills with a thorough understanding of accounting principles, procedures and techniques

  Note: This job description outlines only the general scope of activity and the basic tasks and responsibilities associated with the position. It may be supplemented with a more detailed definition of tasks, responsibilities and work-plan and is subject to change at the discretion of the direct superior.

  How to Apply:

  
  
  
  

  If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your detailed application (including application letter, CV and copies of education qualification) and an employment application form well filled in. (Available at the National Office).

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  All applications should be submitted by 17.00 hour on 20 March 2020 to sosbnc@sos-rwanda.org. Late applications will not be accepted.

  Kigali, on 03 March 2020.

   

  Liberal SEBURIKOKO

  National Director

1. Lab Technician (Contractuel)

Job Description

Perform clinical laboratory testing in all areas of the clinical laboratory: blood bank, chemistry, hematology, coagulation, microbiology, serology/immunology,

2. Assist in promoting a quality of service based on accuracy and timeliness in reporting results,

3. Notify patient care unit and/or physician of critical lab values according to policy,

4. Perform all Laboratory Information system (LIS) functions necessary to complete patient testing and specimen processing,

5. Consult with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities, 6. Maintains a clean and organized work area and follow standard precautions at all times,

7. Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors,

8. Manages and operate laboratory equipment safely and correctly,

9. Demonstrate knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation;

10. Remain informed on all current technologies,

11. Perform all routine maintenance procedures and calibration of clinical analyzers throughout the laboratory,

12. Perform all routine maintenance procedures and calibration of clinical analyzers throughout the laboratory.

13. Participate in the continuing Quality Improvement (CQI) process in the clinical laboratory and throughout the hospital if called on to do so,

14. Provides back
– up support for Phlebotomist, including monitoring HIS/LIS interface for problems, 15. Provide annually and quarterly report, 16. Performs other job
– related duties as assigned by supervisors

Job profile

A1/A0 in Laboratory Science, Biotechnology Key Technical Skills & Required knowledge:
– Knowledge in value of Laboratory medicine to the health care;
– ?Knowledge in Laboratory information systems;
– Knowledge in Laboratory medicine Technology;
– Knowledge in Laboratory standardization and harmonization;
– Interpersonal Skills
– Effective communication skills;
– Time Management Skills;
– Judgment & Decision
– making skills;
– Complex Problem solving Skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage”

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2. Nurse A1/A0 (Contractuel)

Job Description

Assess patient’s general health status

2. Prepare a nursing care plan according to the needs and area of work with the help of other healthcare and professionals

3. Document and communicate actions to maintain continuity among the nursing team

4. Assume and maintain patient and his environment hygiene and infection control. 5. Monitor record and report vital signs, symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and signs within your full name. 6. Acts as liaison between the patient and other hospital personnel

7. Deliver detailed instructions and information to patients / family in collaboration with physician.

8. Participate in regular ward rounds with physicians

9. Educate patient and his family their roles of promoting successful therapy and rehabilitation.

10. Administer and document medications as prescribed, within hesitation collaborate with prescriber physicians and sign.

11. Take care of all materials and equipment at disposal to the service

12. Engage in research activities related to nursing and mentor nurse students in the clinical practice

13. Deliver detailed nursing instruction s to patients for discharge.

14. Perform other work
– related duties as assigned

Job profile

A1 in General Nursing Key Technical Skills & Required knowlege
– Deep knowledge of clinical protocols,standards and procedures ;
– Care, Compassion and Communication Skills
– Infection Prevention and Control Knowledge
– Active Listening & Observation Skills
– Social Perceptiveness
– Skills on Dealing with emotionally charged situations
– Computer knowledge (Work Processing, Power Point and Internet)
– Analytical and problem solving skills;
– Time management skills;
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; Knowledge of all is an advantage

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Job Description

Role summary:

The Program Manager, Centres of Excellence & PASET Program will work under the supervision of the SPIU Coordinator. This position will also ensure that there is compliance with national and donor financial and legal requirements. Success of a program manager requires an expert in project management with a track record of managing donor funded projects; coupled with the ability to multi
– task and meet deadlines while exercising due diligence and being meticulous given that compliance to national or donor standards are required. As a leader, the incumbent needs to have a passion for developing and mentoring people, have a strong work ethic, demonstrate integrity, while managing different projects with multiple stakeholders in government and the development partners. Technical Key Responsibility Areas

1. Project planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and Documentation as per quarterly/annual plans.

• Prepare quarterly/ annual budgets for programs/ projects

• Prepare quarterly and cash flow plans for programs/ projects

• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports on programs and projects

• Review and verify all supporting documentation from program/ project beneficiaries and initiate payment requests • Follow up funds replenishments from concerned development partners

2. Sourcing for National Experts.

• Coordinate with program/ project implementing institutions in the preparation of Terms of reference or Technical Specifications for services or goods funded by the programs/ projects

• Coordinate with program/ project implementing institutions and follow
– up the procurement process of service providers funded by the programs/ projects

3. Governance and Service Delivery.

• Coordinate with program/ project implementing institutions to ensure compliance with Terms of Reference and performance standards by service providers during contract execution in line with the program/ project requirements

. • Provide feedback reports to the program and project management teams on contract execution.

• Advise program/ project implementing institutions on expected performance standards by their service providers in line with the program/ project requirements.

4. Project Accounting and Financial Forecasting

• Coordinate with program/ project implementing institutions to provide updates on activity implementation and utilization of allocated budgets

• Prepare financial reports based on guidelines and requirements of MINECOFIN and concerned development partner

5. Information Management • Ensure management and preservation of all records of the program and project in line with the program/ project requirements.

• Work with the Procurement Unit to ensure proper filling and storage of procurement & financial records in line with the program/ project requirements.

• Provide all required information on the program/ project to facilitate internal and external audits of the program/ project

6. Experience Profile;

• At least a Masters Degree in either Project Management, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Administrative Sciences, Education or Management with six (6) years relevant working experience or a Bachelors degree in the aforementioned domains with at five (5) years relevant working experience.

• A globally recognized professional certificate in Project Management
– (e.g. PMP, PRINCE 2,…)

• Relevant experience in management of government or development partner funded programs/projects

• Working knowledge of fiduciary operations in program/ project management (Financial Management; and Procurement)

• Staff supervisory experience and demonstrated organizational skills

Job Profile

Experience Profile;

• At least a Masters Degree in either Project Management, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Administrative Sciences, Education or Management with six (6) years relevant working experience or a Bachelors degree in the aforementioned domains with at five (5) years relevant working experience.

• A globally recognized professional certificate in Project Management
– (e.g. PMP, PRINCE 2,…)

• Relevant experience in management of government or development partner funded programs/projects

• Working knowledge of fiduciary operations in program/ project management (Financial Management; and Procurement)

• Staff supervisory experience and demonstrated organizational skills

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

In Rwanda, WFP works in partnership with the Government and other stakeholders to support national priorities for achieving food and nutrition security. This is done through direct implementation of integrated programmes targeting the most vulnerable people and strengthening national capacity to design, implement and manage programmes for achieving zero hunger. Under its Country Strategic Plan (2019-2023), WFP’s support revolves around four strategic outcomes (SOs) as follows:

• The Strategic Outcome 1 (SO1) is designed to ensure that refugees and returnees in Rwanda have access to adequate and nutritious food at all times.
• SO2 aims to ensure that vulnerable populations in food insecure communities and area have improved access to adequate and nutritious foods all year.
• SO3 focuses on ensuring that children under 5 years, adolescents and pregnant and lactating women in Rwanda have improved access to nutritious foods and services to meet their nutritional needs all year.
• SO4 targets smallholder farmers especially women and aims to provide opportunities for increased marketable surplus and access to agricultural market through efficient supply chains by 2030.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This job is open in Rwanda Country Office and the job holder will report to the Head of Programme Unit. The job holder will operate with a high degree of independence, ensure that programme and policy objectives are achieved in full (SO1-refugee operation) and will be involved in Cash Based Tranfers related tasks and policy activities and analytical work, some of which may be of a considerable complexity.

JOB PURPOSE

WFP Rwanda is currently seeking a Programme Associate  to provide effective specialized support and technical analyses to policy and programme activities that effectively meet food assistance needs.. The Programme Associate will be expected to provide programme-related support to SO1 & Cash Based Transfers (CBT).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Within delegated authority, and under the direct supervision of the Strategic Outcome 1 Manager and overall supervision of the Head of Programme, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in drafting Strategic Outcome 1 (SO1 – refugee operations) update, briefs, presentations, proposals and reports;
• Assist in drafting Cash Based Transfers (CBT) related update, briefs, presentations, and guidelines;
• Support and contribute to SO1 and CBT related studies, assessments, evaluations and missions from preparation to reporting;
• Plan and coordinate the registration of eligible beneficiaries in collaboration with partners;
• Liaise with relevant CO Units and Field Offices (FOs0 to facilitate the internal processing of monthly entitlements (cash transfers, food basket) to beneficiaries;
• Plan the monthly cash transfers and food distributions to ensure that the disbursements and distributions are made in timely manner;
• Ensure data is managed and updated with accuracy and in a timely manner;
• Assist in coordinating stakeholders including organizing both internal and external CBT working group meetings and documenting the minutes of the meetings;
• Assist in reviewing best practices and harmonization of CBT implementation within WFP;
• Perform other tasks as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Coaches team in the most effective ways to communicate WFP’s Strategic Objectives to WFP team and partners in the field.
•  Be a force for positive change: Implements new methods or tools to improve team’s work processes and productivity.
•  Make the mission inspiring to our team: Maps team’s activities and tasks to specific successes in beneficiary communities to showcase positive impact.
•  Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Explains to teammates how each unit contributes to the overall WFP mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Identifies skill development opportunities such as training modules or on-the-job experiences for self, colleagues and direct reports.
•  Create an inclusive culture: Facilitates team building activities to build rapport in own unit.
•  Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Facilitates the pairing of junior colleagues with coaches within own team.
•  Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Proactively anticipates potential challenges and develops mitigation plans to ensure that team meets goals and targets.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Identifies opportunities to be creative in own work and to help team be more innovative and accurate in their respective tasks and areas of work.
•  Focus on getting results: Monitors team’s deliverables and provides feedback to ensure outcomes are delivered consistently and accurately.
•  Make commitments and make good on commitments: Provides accurate guidance to team on expected responsibilities and tasks, whilst also upholding own commitment to the team.
•  Be Decisive: Sets an example and provides guidance to junior team members on when to escalate issues when faced with challenging issues in the workplace or in the field.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Facilitates partnerships with other WFP units to accomplish missions in the field.
•  Build strong external partnerships: Sets an example and provides guidance to team on how to build relationships with external partners.
•  Be politically agile & adaptable: Articulates to colleagues or direct reports the value of contributing to other WFP teams and agency partnerships in fulfilling WFP’s goals and objectives.
•  Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Organizes, monitors, and prioritizes own and team’s efforts to ensure that they will fulfil the needs of internal and external partners.

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge & Skills)

• Courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint.
• Ability to adhere to timelines.
• Ability to deliver consistently high-quality results with speed despite stress and pressure.
•  Spirit of initiative and capacity to work independently as well as being part of a team of people from different national and/or cultural background.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This position is open to Rwandan Nationals & anyone who has a valid permit to live and work in Rwanda, for 4 Months with possibility of extension, depending on fund availability and satisfactory performance

Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP. http://www.wfp.org Click on: “Our work” and “Countries” to learn more about WFP’s operations

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline for Application is 11 March 2020. 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

1. Kigali,24/02/2020
   Ref:11.07.023/556/20/MD-EDCL/FG/VB/ar

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The Management of Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL) would like to inform the public that it is recruiting qualified and experienced staff on the following positions:

I. Title: Projects Manager

Key roles/responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Coordinator of the Projects Implementation Coordination Unit (PICU), technically provide guidance on unlocking constraints to implementation of energy Projects under EDCL mandate in accordance to the Project Documents and the entire company annual performance plan.

 Provide technical oversight in the elaboration and implementation of the company’s quality assurance plan to enhance quality of interventions before and during projects implementation, working closely with the quality assurance specialist.

 Elaborate and help enforce clear projects monitoring and quality inspection schedules to reduce unplanned visits and associated expenditure triggers that don’t match cashflow plans

 Assist in elaboration of clear and typical energy project milestones especially in generation and transmission against which performance targets will be tied and evaluation undertaken to reduce process reporting.

 Oversee implementation of the company’s operational plan translating the broader quarter-level performance commitments into monthly and weekly activity plans to reduce projects time overruns.

 Support respective EDCL departments on adherence to individual project’s workplans, and budget assisting in the preparation of revisions of work plans and budget where need be though in a manner that doesn’t affect the realization of the overall company performance timelines.

 Working with individual project managers, oversee compliance of Independent Power Producers and other contractors to the agreed upon project annual workplans, budget and Monitoring Plans.

 Contribute significantly in projects budget preparation in consultation with the energy planning unit and expenditure tracking in consultation with finance department to reduce risks emanating from cost overruns.

 In line with the Rwanda Energy Group Enterprise Risk Management Plan being developed, develop and regularly update a risk matrix for on-going energy projects for management intervention

 Undertake any other assignments related to energy projects as requested by the Projects Coordinator

Qualification & experience required

 At least a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, Development Studies, Economics and other closely related subjects.

 At least 3 years of professional experience in program/project, Monitoring and Evaluation and other related assignments.

Core Competences

 Able to coordinate well with diverse individuals and teams and to negotiate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve company performance commitments

 Knowledge of government processes and procedures such as procurement is an added advantage

 Strong interpersonal and analytical skills

 Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to find viable solutions to complicated problems in a flexible, time sensitive and creative manner

 Must be a self-starter who takes initiative and can work with minimal supervision

 Strong analytical, writing, reporting and presenting abilities. Should have strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

 Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback in a timely and positive manner

 Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations.

II.  Head of Information & Communications Technology

Key roles/responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Work Planning

1. Manage operational and strategic ICT planning, including business requirements, project planning, and organising and negotiating the allocation of resources

2. Develop a coherent Energy Development ICT strategy in close collaboration with external and internal stakeholders

3. Formulate and deploy long-term strategic plans for acquiring and enabling efficient and cost-effective information processing and communication technologies

4. Prepare strategic and operational plans for the Information Communications Technology (ICT) department to ensure that all necessary ICT tools, processes and systems are in place to meet the requirements of the business and contribute to the achievement of short- and long-term goals of the Development Corporation.

5. Exercise control and monitoring of corporate ICT projects progress Management of the EDCL’s ICT operations

 Review performance of ICT systems to determine operating costs, productivity levels and upgrade requirements

 Benchmark, analyse, report on, and make recommendations for the improvement of the ICT infrastructure and ICT systems

 Authorise and oversee the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development and support of all hardware and software based on business needs

 Participate in the development of business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for ICT spending and initiatives

 Provide expertise and support during systems upgrades, installations, conversions and file maintenance

 Keep current with the latest technologies and determine what new technology solutions and implementations will meet business and system requirements

 Oversee development and implementation of all ICT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision

 Work closely with all Heads of Units to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the Energy Development Corporation.

 Oversee systems development and enhancement and the integration of new systems with existing systems

 Oversee provision of end-user services, including help desk and technical support services Staff management

 Provide overall leadership of the IT department and Supervise and manage the performance and development of staff in the department in line with the Organization’s goals, objectives, policies and regulations.

 Develop a departmental annual work plan and financial budget and monitor their implementation in line with the Business plan Qualification & experience required

 At least a Bachelor’s Degree (A0) in Information Technology

 At least 5 years of experience at Managerial level in an IT related role in a busy company/institution

 Possession of relevant professional qualifications in the IT field is an added advantage

III. Geophysicist

Key roles/responsibilities Resource Development

 Develop with the geothermal team appropriate and effective strategies for geothermal resource development including geophysical surface exploration, geophysical longing, reservoir modelling and monitoring; Research

 Develop a strong research based team to facilitate a holistic approach, to assessment, development and utilization of all geothermal resources in EDCL.

 Performing surface geophysical exploration in geothermal sites using different geophysical methods

 Performing borehole geophysics logging data processing and interpretations

 Responsible for identifying and assessing the locations of potential geothermal reservoir

 Performing geophysical data processing and interpretation using computer Geo-software and preparing geophysical reports;

 Advising engineering on the location of the drilling sites and the depth to the geothermal reservoir

 Interact with contractors providing specialist geophysical exploration tools and services to ensure that their outputs are appropriate to meet Contract requirements;

 Assist the geothermal team to integrate geophysical exploration results

into the forecasting of future performance in the civil, mechanical and electricity geothermal units; Compliance

 Implement all activities and tasks ensuring they are conducted in compliance with environmental consents and within EDCL and government environmental guidelines and procedures; Project development, Procurement and Contract Management

 Team leader and coordinator for resource identification, assessment, feasibility studies, detailed engineering design and technical specifications

 Technical support to tendering and procurement of both consultants and contractors for geothermal development projects

 Coordinator for the supervision of consultants and contractors to ensure that Geothermal plants are developed to capacity that meets demand and supply and complies with the strategic needs of the country.

 Participate in contract development of the subcontractors as well as oversee their operations to ensure compliance within the set guidelines.

 Develop guidelines and processes that are meant to ensure the quality and maintenance of the developed and established infrastructure

 Build and nature organizational and departmental relationships with financial resources suppliers as well as the subcontractors during the life cycle of the projects Health & Safety

 Supervise and ensure that good Health Safety and Environment (HSE) is maintained all in line with the organizational policy, national policy and best practices

 Continuously review and ensure capacity building of staff in the unit especially on matters of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) Customer Service

 Deliver a high, consistent level of customer service to key stakeholders ensuring that there are no surprises and all outputs are meaningful and assist strategic decision making; Reporting

 Compile monthly reports on geothermal resources, identify opportunities for development and suggest strategies to minimise risks; Qualification & experience required

 At least a Bachelor’s degree in Geology /Geophysics or similar field

 A minimum of 2 years of work experience in Geophysical exploration

 A relevant Master’s Degree is an added advantage

 Experience in geophysical geothermal exploration techniques is an added advantage.

IV. Projects Planning Officer

Key roles/responsibilities

 Develop ongoing project profile of energy projects

 Develop Project profile document of (Transmission; Generation and Distribution)

 Keep regularly records of projects (Transmission; Generation and Transmission) documents for EDCL

 Project Planning Officer is responsible for balancing projects and communicating priorities internally

 Develop detailed project Schedule and manage the overall process of carrying out the project

 Tracking deadlines. deliverables, resources, and timelines throughout the project process

 Upon completion of project, the Project Planning officer compiles and documents project information

 Providing the necessary technical data to assess the viability of projects.

 Project Planning Officer is responsible to assess the project delivery, completeness, and alignment with stated objectives and goals

 Project Planning Officer is responsible to keep all information as archive in one place, so it is accessible to the appropriate team members and senior leaders

 Take part in the participatory appraisal of development partners projects and contribute to the required assessments, incl. technical and economic feasibility and risks, following the established and approved criteria.
Any other task that can be assigned by his/her supervisors

 Prepare progress reports on investments for management information and action Qualification & experience required

 Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering with a strong knowledge and relevant experience in Energy sector;

 At least 1 year experience in a relevant role for the bachelor degree holder

 A Master’s degree in electrical engineering is an added advantage

V. Project Accountant/Rusu mo HPP

Key roles/responsibilities Budgeting

 Working in liaison the Technical Team to ensure that project budgets are prepared and approved in line with the Project plans

 Ensure that the Budget is well aligned with the approved procurement plan which draws from the project plan

 Provide regular guidance to the operations and technical team on budget performances for their relevant programme activities

 Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on budget performance highlighting any adverse variances and proposals for recovery for the review of the Director Finance. Cash Management.

 Review all payables’ documents for completeness, validity and accuracy before preparing payments for suppliers and services providers

 Effective Liaison with the banks to ensure that bank accounts have sufficient liquidity to meet the programme commitments as and when they fall due

 Prepare periodic liquidity forecast to ensure that the programme has adequate cash resources to meet all the projects obligations smoothly

 Ensure that all transactions are processed in accordance to the Company’s approved procedures and Development Partners’ Guidelines and procedures

 Prepare withdraw and replenishment requirements in consultation with the director finance

 Ensure that relevant, accurate and complete financial records are being kept to render effective accountability for all processed transactions

 Ensure that the accounting system is posted accurately with all transactions being made in the projects

 Ensure that all computations and payments regarding statutory compliance like PAYE, WHT, VAT, RSSB etc. are being made accurately and promptly to avoid penalties and related fines

 Maintain accurately the Petty Cash float and ensure that expenditures are made for allowed purposes as stipulated in the Financial manual

 Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and bring any material variances to the attention of the Director finance for follow up and action

Financial Reporting

 Prepare monthly and quarterly budget and expenditure reports for the Finance Director’s approval

 Contribute to the preparation of the Annual Work Plan and Budget for the programme providing all the subsidiary reports, and supporting information as may be required

 Contribute to the preparation of the Annual financial Report for audit purpose and other external reporting requirements like to MINECOFIN and Development partners

 Ensure that the financial reports meet the applicable Reporting Standards

 Support effectively the external and internal audit mission by providing requested information

Qualifications and Experience

 At least a Bachelor’s Degree (A0) in commerce, Accounting, Finance,

 At least 3 years of proven relevant experience in a Finance related role

 Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and finance control principles

 Added advantage: Experience working as project accountant on AfDB and/or World Bank-funded projects

 Knowledge of the energy sector is an added advantage

MODE OF APPLICATION

Duly signed application letters addressed to the Managing Director of Energy Development Corporation Limited (EDCL) together with updated detailed curriculum vitae, copies of both academic and professional certificates, proof of related experience/valid work certificates and names and addresses of at least three (3) reference persons and copy of Identity Card should be submitted at the reception of EDCL located at Kigali City Tower Building, 9th Floor not later than Wednesday 11/03/2020 latest 5:00 P.M.

NOTE:
1. Please note that attaching of valid and acceptable proof of experience/work certificates to your job applications to support the relevant experience indicated in the applicant’s CVs among other documents highlighted above is a MUST for pre-selection.

2. REG is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our company Gender Mainstreaming policy and program, we seek to increase the number of women in all levels of the organization. Therefore, we strongly encourage female candidates to apply. Special consideration will be given to qualified female candidates
Done at Kigali on 24/02/2020
Felix GAKUBA Managing Director

Title: Executive Secretary of Cell (Multiple)

Job Description

Perform daily duties of the Cell administration and monitor the administration of Villages and produce reports thereof; Follow up, in collaboration with relevant organs, on the security of people and their property in the Cell; Coordinate community development and citizen participation activities, mobilize the local population on government policies and programs and implement decisions by higher authorities and or the Cell Consultative Council; Render services provided at the cell level as per the law, and receive and solve or channel issues affecting citizens and provide them with a feedback; Serve as a minutes taker to the Cell Consultative Committee meetings, monitor all activities of Land Committees, and serve as a nonprofessional bailiff at the Cell level; Supervise the collection and consolidation of data on specific public (policy) issues at Cell level, and manage the finances and assets of the Cell.

Job profile

A2 in Social Sciences, Arts and Sciences with 3 years of working experience. Key Technical Skills and Knowledge Required:
– Leadership skills
– Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Central and Local Government Functionality;
– Good knowledge of government policy
– making processes;
– Analyt

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1.    Ubuyobozi bw’Ingabo z’u Rwanda buramenyesha Abanyarwanda bose bifuza kwinjira mu ngabo z’u Rwanda ku rwego rwa Ofisiye n’abo ku rwego rw’abasirikare bato ko bakwihutira kwiyandikisha mu turere batuyemo guhera tariki ya 03 kugeza kuwa 15 Werurwe 2020.

2.    Abo ku rwego rwa Ofisiye ni abaziga mu Ishuri Rikuru rya Gisirikare (Rwanda Military Academy-Gako) bakanarangiza bafite impamyabushobozi y’icyiciro cya kabiri cya kaminuza mu mashami atandukanye. Bagomba kuba bararangije amashuri yisumbuye, bafite imyaka y’amavuko kuva kuri 18 kugeza kuri 21.

3.    Abifuza kwinjira mu ngabo z’ u Rwanda mu rwego rw’abasirikare bato bagomba kuba bararangije amashuri atatu  kugera kuri atandatu yisumbuye.  Bagomba kuba bafite imyaka 18 kugeza kuri 23.

4.    Abiyandikisha ni abasore n’inkumi bujuje ibi bikurikira:

a.    Kuba uri Umunyarwanda;
b.    Ufite ubushake;
c.    Kuba ufite ubuzima buzira umuze bikemezwa na muganga wemewe na Leta;
d.    Kuba utarakatiwe n’inkiko;
e.    Kuba uri Inyangamugayo;
f.    Kuba uri ingaragu;
g.    Gutsinda ibizamini bizatangwa.

5.    Abiyandikisha kujya mu cyiciro cyo kuba abasirikare bato bitwaza icyemezo cy’uko barangije amashuri atatu kugera kuri atandatu yisumbuye naho abiyandikisha kwiga mu Ishuri rikuru rya Gisirikare bo bitwaza impamyabumenyi y’amashuri atandatu yisumbuye.

6.    Ibisabwa kugira ngo wemererwe kwiga mu Ishuri Rikuru rya Gisirikare ni ibi bikurikira:
Mu ishami rya General Medicine, amanota asabwa, ni A-B mu mashami ya PCB, BCG na MCB.

Abifuza kwiga muri Mechanical Engineering; amanota asabwa ni A-B mu mashami ya MPG, PCM na MPCo.

Abifuza kwiga muri Mathematics amanota asabwa ni A-C mu mashami ya MPG, PCM na MPCo.

Abifuza kwiga muri Physics, barasabwa kuba barabonye amanota A-C mu mashami ya MPG, PCM na MPCo.

Abifuza kwiga mu ishami rya Chemistry bagomba kuba barabonye  amanota A-C mu mashami ya PCB, BCG na MCB.

Abifuza kwiga mu ishami rya Biology amanota asabwa ni A-C babonye mu mashami ya PCB, BCG na MCB.

Abifuza kwiga Social and Military Sciences barasabwa kuba barabonye amanota A-C mu mashami ya MEG, MCoE, HEG, HGL, HEL na LEG.

7.    Abiyandikisha mu byiciro byose basabwa kwitwaza ibi bikurikira:

a.    Indangamuntu
b.    Icyemezo cy’amashuri wize kiriho umukono wa noteri
c.    Icyemezo cy’ ubudakemwa mu mico no mu myifatire gitangwa n’ubuyobozi bw’umurenge
d.    Icyemezo cyo kuba utarakatiwe n’inkiko

8.    Abiyandikishije bazakora ibizamini by’ijonjora kuva kuwa 16 kugeza kuwa 23 Werurwe 2020 saa mbiri za mu gitondo aha hakurikira:

a.    Mu mujyi wa Kigali ni kuri 21 Werurwe 2020 mu karere ka Kicukiro kuri Sitade ya IPRC Kicukiro. Mu karere ka Gasabo ni kuri 22 Werurwe kuri Sitade ya ULK. Mu karere ka Nyarugenge ni kuwa 23 Werurwe kuri Sitade ya Kigali i Nyamirambo.

b.    Intara y’Amajyaruguru, akarere ka Gicumbi ni kuwa 16 Werurwe 2020 kuri Sitade ya Gicumbi. Mu karere ka Burera ni kuwa 17 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Musanze ni kuwa 18 Werurwe kuri Sitade Ubworoherane. Mu karere ka Gakenke kuwa 19 Werurwe 2020 ku kibuga cy’umupira cya Ngando. Mu karere ka Rulindo ni kuwa 20 Werurwe ku kibuga cya Gasiza.

c.    Mu ntara y’Amajyepfo, mu karere ka Nyamagabe, ni kuwa 16 werurwe 2020 kuri Sitade ya Nyamagabe. Mu karere ka Nyaruguru ni kuwa 17 Werurwe 2020 ku kibuga cy’umupira Ndago. Mu karere ka Gisagara kuwa 18 Werurwe ni kubiro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Huye ni kuwa 19 Werurwe 2020, kuri Sitade ya Huye. Mu karere ka Nyanza ni kuwa 20 Werurwe 2020 kuri Sitade i Nyanza. Mu karere ka Ruhango ni kuwa 21 Werurwe ku biro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Muhanga ni kuwa 22 Werurwe kuri Sitade ya Muhanga. Mu karere ka Kamonyi ni kuwa 23 Werurwe ku biro by’akarere.

d.    Mu ntara y’Uburengerazuba, mu karere ka Ngororero ni kuwa 16 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere ka Ngororero. Mu karere ka Nyabihu, ni kuwa 17 Werurwe 2020 mu kigo cya gisirikari Mukamira. Mu karere ka Rubavu ni kuwa 18 Werurwe 2020 kuri Sitade ya Rubavu. Mu karere ka Rutsiro ni kuwa 19 Werurwe ku biro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Karongi ni kuwa 20 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Nyamasheke, ni kuwa 21 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere. Mu karere ka Rusizi ni kuwa 22 Werurwe 2020 kuri Sitade ya Rusizi.

e.    Mu ntara y’Uburasirazuba, mu karere ka Kirehe ni kuwa 16 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere ka Kirehe. Mu karere ka Ngoma ni kuwa 17 Werurwe 2020, Ngoma ku kibuga cy’umupira. Mu karere ka Nyagatare ni kuwa 18 Werurwe 2020 ku kibuga cy’umupira cya Nyagatare. Mu karere ka Gatsibo ni kuwa 19 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere ka Gatsibo. Mu karere ka Kayonza ni kuwa 20 Werurwe ku biro by’akarere ka Kayonza. Mu karere ka Rwamagana ni kuwa 21 Werurwe 2020 ku biro by’akarere i Rwamagana. Mu karere ka Bugesera ni kuwa 22 Werurwe 2020 ku kibuga cy’umupira cya Bugesera (Sitade).

END

Reba itangazo ryose hano

1. Senior Lecturer in Geology

Job description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community.

Job profile

PhD in Geology with a minimum of five years of experience in Academic or Research activities and with a strong record of publication in a refereed journals.

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2. Lecturer in the Department of Information Systems

Job Description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile.

PhD in Finance Technology or other related field

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3. Senior Lecturer Local or Expatriate in the Department of Civil,Environmental 

Job Description

To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

PhD in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a minimum of five years of experience in Academic or Research activities and with a strong record of publication in a refereed journals.

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4. Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Civil,Environmental and Geomatic Engineering

Job Description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

Msc in Geotechnical Engineering

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5. Lecturer in the Department of Biology

Job Description

To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

PhD in Plant Systematics, PhD in Animal Systematics, PhD in Botany, or PhD in Zoology. Or having PhD in Biology with MSc in Zoology or Botany

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6. Lecturer in the Department of Physics

Job Description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books; Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

PhD in Atmospheric Sciences (with a focus on Atmospheric Chemistry and Air Pollution)

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7. Senior Lecturer Local or Expatriate in the Department of Construction Management

Job Description

To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

PhD in Construction Management/Construction Project Management/Building with a minimum of five years of experience in Academic or Research activities and with a strong record of publication in a refereed journals.

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8. Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Estate Management and Valuation

Job Description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

MSc in Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Project Planning and Management with an experience of 5 years in Real Estate Development or Management of Large
– Scale Construction Projects

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9. Lecturer in department of Mathematics

Job Description

To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice
– Chancellor (DVC), Vice
– Chancellor (VC). And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community.

Job profile

PhD degree in Mathematics (Pure or applied)

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10. Lecturer in the Department of Physics.

Job Description

•To deliver teaching and learning and undertake related activities, to assist in the development of the new curriculum and to engage in research and/or consultancy and/or knowledge transfer;

•Participating in continuous professional development;

•Carry out such related duties that may be allocated to you as advised by the Head of Department/ Dean of School/College Principal/ Deputy Vice Chancellor/Vice Chancellor. And to undertake at least one of the following:

•Research that advances the discipline and /or pedagogic research and/or applied research;

•Scholarly activities including the development of teaching and learning materials and publication of text books;

•Knowledge transfer to business and the community

Job profile

PhD in Atmospheric and Climate Science with focus on Atmospheric Physics, Dynamic meteorology, Climate dynamics, Geophysics (applied to atmospheric Sciences),

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1. Outreach Officer /Under contract (2)

Job Description

Provide instant updates on coverage of Rwanda across multiple platforms and suggest appropriate engagement. • Engage constructively using team protocols on social media and online comments section • Provide feedback on emerging issues before they hit the mainstream • Compile and catalogue media updates and engagement • Maintain up to date database of Rwanda key influencers at home and abroad • Produce social media analytics on key issues to inform appropriate engagement strategies • Any other task as assigned by the supervisor

Job Profile

A0 in Communications, Public Relations, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Journalism,Governance, Law, Linguistics and Literature, Economics, Development Studies, History, Economics, Geography,Languages, Sciences, Education, Arts, Social Science, Business Studies
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– Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– Report writing and presentation skills;
– Creativity and initiative;
– Excellent organizational and time
– management skills;
– Team working skills;
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task;
– The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
– The ability to pay close attention to detail;
– A fervent interest in the media and new technology;
– Computer skills;
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and French; knowledge of all is an advantage;

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2. Videographer&Photographer Specialist/Under Contract (1)

Job Description

Produce and upload photos and videos for Government Institutions
– Support Audio
– Visual content coaching for GoR Communication Officers and Public relations Officer

Job Profile

– A0 or Certificate or specialist training in photography, Visual Arts or Digital Media, Creative Design (Media Design), Creative Design (Communication Design), Creative Design (Environmental Design), Creative Design (Product Design) with 3 years or working experience or Master’s Degree or specialist training in the same field with 1 year of working experience.
– Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adode Flash, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver, Avid,Final Cut PRO and relevant sounds creation software
– Knowledge of image copyright;
– Knowledge of Video/photo equipment (camera + accessories, sound materials, lighting);
– Knowledge of technicalities of photography/videography and editing skills (photo/video);
– Video/Photo Direction skills
– Time management skills;
– A mixture of creative and practical skills
– A good sense of timing and visual awareness
– Good computer skills
– Planning and Coordination skills;
– Creativity and initiative;
– Excellent organisational and time
– management skills;
– Teamworking skills;
– Interviewing skills;
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task;
– The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
– The ability to pay close attention to detail;
– The ability to build strong and collaborative relationships with stakeholders

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3. Content Researcher /Under contract (2)

Job Description

To produce in depth content of OGS communications channels
– To complete writting tasks in English,french and kinyarwanda to a high standard
– To produce media reviews and provide evaluation accordingly
– To provide advice for the Government of Rwanda on communication and media matters
– To build and manage excellent working relationship with GOR,civil society,the private sector and academics
– To participate and facilitate trainings sessions organized by OGS
– To develop and maintain constructive relationship with media
– To assist in organisation and coordination of events in professional manner

Job Profile

– A0 in Communications, Public Relations, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Journalism, Governance, Law, Linguistics and Literature, Economics, Development Studies, History, Geography, Languages, Science, Education, Arts, Business Studies with 3 years of working experience; OR Master’s Degree or equivalent in Communications, Public Relations, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Journalism, Governance, Law, Research Methods, Linguistics and Literature, Economics, Economic Policy and Planning, Economics Policy and Management, Development Economics, Development Studies History, Economics, Geography, Languages, Science, Education, Arts, Business Studies, Archeology with 1 years of working experience.
– Excellent managerial and leadership skills;
– Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– The ability to build strong and collaborative relationships with stakeholders
– Excellent research and analytic skills
– Report writing and presentation skills;
– Planning and Coordination skills;
– Creativity and initiative;
– Excellent organisational and time
– management skills;
– Teamworking skills;
– Effective public relations and public speaking skills;
– Interviewing skills;
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task;
– The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
– The ability to pay close attention to detail;
– A fervent interest in the media and new technology;

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4. Director of Videography&Photography/Under contract (1)

Job Description

Coordinate the production of video and photos for Government Institutions
– Ensure websites are standardized with Audio
– visual Content
– Coordinate and supervise production of Promotional materials and branding for GoR key programs and activities

Job profile

A0 or Certificate or specialist training in photography, Visual Arts or Digital Media, Creative Design (Media Design), Creative Design (Communication Design), Creative Design (Environmental Design), Creative Design (Product Design) with 3years or working experience or Master’s Degree or specialist training in the same field with 1 year of working experience.
– Excellent managerial and leadership skills;
– Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Flash, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver, Avid, Final Cut PRO and relevant sounds creation software
– Knowledge of image copyright;
– Knowledge of Video/photo equipment (camera + accessories, sound materials, lighting);
– Knowledge of technicalities of photography/videography and editing skills (photo/video);
– Video/Photo Direction skills
– Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills;
– Time management skills;
– Analytical and problem solving;
– A mixture of creative and practical skills
– A good sense of timing and visual awareness
– Good computer skills
– Planning and Coordination skills;
– Creativity and initiative;
– Excellent organisational and time
– management skills;
– Teamworking skills;
– Interviewing skills;
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task

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5. Research Officer/Under contract (1)

Job Description

Reading, watching and listening to the editorial content of media sources on continuing basis
– Compile updates and produce media reviews on Rwanda and ongoing Government programs
– Summarize reports, recommendations and proposals and create briefing notes
– Compile and catalogue media updates
– Produce social media analytical on key topics and GoR platforms
– Collect and propose new media houses and journalists to be added to the OGS media database
– Collect and propose new friend of Rwanda to be added to the OGS media database
– Create and manage media reporting system that evaluates media on Rwanda and produce analytics and make media engagements.
– Draft new stories/releases/ statements in coordination with supervisors.
– Upload new stories on Gov.Rw
– Support new followers on twitter and Facebook
– Support translation
– Support Institutions and cluster staff in developing communication content

Job Profile

– A0 in Communications, Public Relations, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Journalism,Governance, Law, Linguistics and Literature, Economics, Development Studies, History, Economics, Geography,Languages, Sciences, Education, Arts, Social Science, Business Studies
– Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
– Excellent interpersonal skills;
– Report writing and presentation skills;
– Creativity and initiative;
– Excellent organizational and time
– management skills;
– Team working skills;
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task;
– The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
– The ability to pay close attention to detail;
– A fervent interest in the media and new technology;
– Computer skills;
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and French; knowledge of all is an advantage;

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6. Communications Researcher/Under contract (1)

Job Description

Ensure production of high quality content & communication materials
– Coordinate and monitor placement and responses on key issues
– Coordinate production of in depth content for OGS channels
– Ensure online presence of GoR institutions with quality content
– Supervise content creation schedules based on GoR priorities, events, policies and programs
– Supervise the implementation of communication campaigns on key government programs and events

Job Profile

A0 in Communication, Public Relations, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Journalism, Education Sciences,Governance,Law,Linguistics and Literature, Economics, Development Studies with 3 years of working experience; or Master’s Degree or Equivalent in Communication, Public Relations, Political Sciences,Sociology, International Relations, Journalism,Education Sciences, Governance,Law, Linguistics and Literature,Economics,Economic Policy and Planning, Economics Policy and Management, Development Economics, Development Studies with 1 years of working experience
– The ability to build strong and collaborative relationships with stakeholders
– Communication skills both orally and in writing
– The ability to produce high quality content for multiple platforms
– Excellent interpersonal skills
– Report writing and presentation skills
– Planning and Coordination skills
– Creativity and initiative
– Excellent organizational and time
– management skills
– Team working skills
– Effective public relations and public speaking skills
– Interviewing skills
– Flexibility and the ability to multi
– task
– The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
– The ability to pay close attention to detail
– A fervent interest in the media and new technology
– Computer skills
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Deadline for Application is March 13, 2020 before 17:00hrs

1. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Director  (Deadline:March 13, 2020at 5:30pm.)

• Organization: Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA)
• Country: Rwanda
• City: Kigali, Rwanda
• Office: CNFA Kigali, Rwanda

Program Description – Feed the Future Rwanda Hinga Weze

The primary objective of the Feed the Future Rwanda Hinga Weze activity is to sustainably increase smallholder farmers’ income, improve nutritional status of Rwandan women and children, and increase the resilience of the agriculture and food systems to the changing climate.

Position Description

CNFA is currently seeking applications from qualified Rwandan candidates for the role of M&E Director. Reporting to the Chief of Party, the M&E Director will lead all Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities. The M&E Director is a senior member of the program technical team. S/he will be responsible for overseeing all daily work and routine data collection related to monitoring, evaluation, and reporting activities of the project, as well as overseeing the impact assessments and ongoing learning activities. The M&E Director will lead the MEL Unit, which will develop and manage efficient systems that monitor progress and impact and capture, analyze, and share evidence-based results and lessons learned. S/he will ensure both the M&E system and results reporting meet the requirements of the Contract and USAID Feed the Future. The M&E Director is based in Kigali.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management of the various MEL components of the program and ensure the completion of all M&E activities;
• Oversee MEL Manager, Learning Advisor, Environmental Advisor, Communications Officer, and District M&E Officers;
• Develop and implement the MEL strategy (i.e. MEL Plan) outlining M&E systems for data collection, targeting and tracking custom and USAID/Feed the Future indicators, knowledge management, impact assessments, learning activities and reporting in compliance with the requirements provided in the Activity contract, USAID regulations and CNFA standards;
• Work closely with the other technical units to establish and manage a GIS referencing, cloud-based MEL System and ensure data requirements are integrated into project management processes;
• Manage the Hinga Weze module of the CNFA MEL Platform, including ensuring regular upload of Hinga Weze performance data;
• Plan and conduct routine assessments that track, analyze, and synthesize project data useful for program learning and adaptive management;
• Through regular review of monitoring data, organize and lead periodic learning days and annual learning summits to enable managers to identify successes and make decisions about adapting activities and approaches to achieve results;
• Collaborate closely with other technical units to analyze M&E findings, determine any needed adjustments, and identify and disseminate key learning messages/findings to internal and external audiences, including the Government of Rwanda and wider development community;
• Engage with senior technical staff on program impact data collection and research opportunities;
• Provide support for internal and external evaluations and data quality assessments;
• Utilize critical inputs, feedback, and assessments from external evaluation partners to inform changes in program approaches and scale-up when necessary;

• Collaborate with the Finance, Operations, and Compliance Unit to develop a system to track and report cost-related data for each program element to reinforce financial and budgetary strategies and allocations during planning periods;
• Ensure compliance with all USAID, CNFA, and, where applicable, host country government reporting requirements;
• Complete other duties as necessary and assigned by the Chief of Party.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in business administration, economics, or related area of study (specialized training in M&E is required).
• Seven (7) years of progressive professional experience (some of which took place in Sub-Saharan Africa) in monitoring and evaluation of development projects (experience working on USAID-funded program(s) is highly desirable);
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, willingness to innovate and ability to think systematically;
• Experience designing and overseeing M&E data collection and reporting for agriculture/food security projects.
• Demonstrated ability to implement, operationalize, and manage information collection and analysis systems.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage information databases using appropriate software applications.
• Familiarity with gender issues in monitoring and evaluation; understanding of the Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture Index (WEAI) would be a plus.
• Working experience in training, coaching and mentoring teams in monitoring-related techniques and methods is desirable.
• Proven experience in managing multiple and competing tasks while maintaining quality of deliverables within deadlines;
• Advanced oral and written communication skills in English required, including the ability to write clear and concise reports.

All interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their applications with cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and certificates sent in PDF or Word Document to hingaweze@cnfarwanda.org with subject: ‘Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Director ‘.

Application submission deadline is March 13, 2020at 5:30pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. CNFA takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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2. Programme Specialist NOC for Rwanda Nationals only: Deadline: 12 March 2020

• Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
• Country: Rwanda
• City: Kigali, Rwanda
• Office: UNDP Rwanda Country Office
• Grade: NO-C
• Job ID: 29126Practice Area – Job Family: ManagementVacancy End Date: (Midnight New York, USA) 11/03/2020Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda

  Education & Work Experience: I-Master’s Level Degree – 5 year(s) experience

  Languages: English

  French

  Grade: NOC

  Vacancy Type: FTA Local

  Posting Type: External

  Bureau: Africa

  Contract Duration: 1 Year with possibility for extension

  Programme Specialist NOC for Rwanda Nationals only

  Background

  1. Organizational Context

  
  
  
  

  UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

  Under the overall guidance of the UN Women Country Representative and direct supervision of the Head of Programme, the Programme Specialist provides technical expertise and exercises overall responsibility for planning, implementing, and managing UN Women Rwanda Country Office interventions on preventing violence against women and other contingent areas from women’s economic empowerment and normative framework which have a direct link with Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG). The Programme Specialist – EVAWG will work in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women Regional office East and Southern Africa and HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under EVAWG portfolio.

  UN Women Rwanda Country Office Strategic Note 2019-2023 focuses on two main strategic priorities: Women’s leadership and political participation in governance systems as well as Women’s empowerment through increased income security, decent work and economic autonomy. EVAWG cuts across both priority areas according to the Theory Of Change governing Country Programme. In that Context the Programme Specialist for EVAWG might at some points dive into other thematic areas for mainstream purposes to ensure that Violence Against Women and Girls in both private and public spaces is eradicated through all its drivers.

  Duties and Responsibilities

  
  
  
  

  11. Functions

  • Design and develop programme strategies in the area of EVAWG
  • Design and formulate programme/ project proposals and initiatives;
  • Draft inputs to country strategy documents, briefs, policy dialogue and other documents related to EVAWG
  • Provide technical inputs to inter-agency coordination on EVAWG
  • Provide technical support to the Representative and the entire Senior Management Team on inter-agency coordination related activities by attending meetings, events, and participating in groups and committees as needed;
  • Manage the implementation of the EVAWG programme
  • Finalize the annual workplan and budget and manage their implementation;
  • Manage the technical implementation of the programme/project; ensure synergies with other teams;
  • Ensure the timely submission of financial and narrative reports from the implementing partnesr;
  • Provide guidance to staff and partners on Human Rights Based and Results Based Management;
  • Work with implementing partners to plan and convene Project Steering Committee, project review and/or evaluation meetings, as needed.
  • Lead technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partners
  • Provide technical advice, tools and guidance to partners.
  • Build and manage relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the EVAWG programme and address any technical bottlenecks;
  • Work with partners to identify capacity gaps and provide/commission technical assistance, mentoring, training as needed.
  • Ensure timely and quality monitoring and reporting on the programme
  • Provide guidance and tools to ensure effective programme monitoring
  • Organize regular field visits to monitor and report on programme implementation;
  • Write quality quarterly reports and donor reports
  • Provide substantive inputs to corporate and donor reporting in UN Women Rwanda as well as One UN reports as requested
  • Manage the human and financial resources of the EVAWG programme
  • Manage the programme budget and draft financial reports;
  • Supervise, mentor and coach Programme Analysts, Associates and interns working directly under EVAWG portfolio and conduct their performance assessments;
  • Oversee recruitment processes, as necessary.
  • Build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategies
  • Develop and implement partnerships and resource mobilization strategies for the Portfolio;
  • Finalize relevant documentation on donors and potential opportunities for resource mobilization;
  • Analyze and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.
  • Lead programme advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts
  • Develop and review background documents, briefs and presentations related to EVAWG;
  • Represent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to EVAWG as necessary;
  • Develop advocacy strategies and oversee their implementation;
  • • Identify best practices and lessons learned;
    • Develop and implement a knowledge management strategy for the programme

    Competencies

    111. Key Performance Indicators

    • Timely and quality programme design and inputs to Strategic Note and Annual Work Plans.
    • Timely and quality of programme delivery in line with budget and workplans, and in line with all UN Women operational rules and regulations, including security.
    • Timely and quality monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
    • Relations with partners and stakeholders.
    • Quality reports and timely submission.
    • Regular communication with other agencies and partners.
    • Quality of advocacy and communication initiatives

    Required Skills and Experience

    1V. Competencies

    Core Values:

    • Respect for Diversity.
    • Integrity.
    • Professionalism

    Core Competencies:

    • Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues.
    • Accountability.
    • Creative Problem Solving.
    • Effective Communication.
    • Inclusive Collaboration.
    • Stakeholder Engagement.
    • Leading by Example

    Functional Competencies

    • Strong programme management (formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation) skills.
    • Strong knowledge of Results Based Management.
    • Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making.
    • Strong knowledge of EVAWG Thematic area.
    • Strong analytical skills.
    • Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategies.
    • Strong leadership skills

    Disclaimer

    V. Recruitment Qualifications:

    
    
    
    

    Education and certification:

    • Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women’s studies, international development, economics or a related field is required
    • A project/ programme management certification would be an added advantage

    Experience:

    • At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
    • Technical experience in gender mainstreaming and analysis and in EVAWG thematic area in particular;
    • Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset;
    • Experience working in the UN System is an asset;
    • Experience in leading/managing a team is an asset.

    Language Requirements:

    • Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required;
    • Working knowledge of another official UN language is an asset;
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3. Programme Associate (Nutrition) in WFP: Deadline:12 March 2020

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

In Rwanda, WFP works in partnership with the Government and other stakeholders to support national priorities for achieving food and nutrition security. This is done through direct implementation of integrated programmes targeting the most vulnerable people and strengthening national capacity to design, implement and manage programmes for achieving zero hunger. Under its Country Strategic Plan (2019-2023), WFP’s support revolves around four strategic outcomes (SOs) as follows:

• The Strategic Outcome 1 (SO1) is designed to ensure that refugees and returnees in Rwanda have access to adequate and nutritious food at all times.
• SO2 aims to ensure that vulnerable populations in food insecure communities and area have improved access to adequate and nutritious foods all year.
• SO3 focuses on ensuring that children under 5 years, adolescents and pregnant and lactating women in Rwanda have improved access to nutritious foods and services to meet their nutritional needs all year.
• SO4 targets smallholder farmers especially women and aims to provide opportunities for increased marketable surplus and access to agricultural market through efficient supply chains by 2030.

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WFP Rwanda is currently seeking a Programme Associate (Nutrition) to provide effective specialised support and technical analyses to nutrition policy and programme activities that effectively meet nutritional needs of vulnerable people. The Programme Associate (Nutrition) will be expected to provide nutrition-related support to all four SOs.

ABOUT THE JOB

JOB TITLE : Programme Associate (Nutrition)

JOB GRADE: Service Contract- Level 6

REPORTING TO: Head of Nutrition

DURATION: 12 Months renewable

LOCATION: Kigali

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Policy Officer (Nutrition) and the overall supervision of the Head of Nutrition, the Programme Associate (Nutrition) will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Provide technical support and assist in the development and implementation of various nutrition-related policies, strategies, programmes, projects and activities, plans and processes, ensuring alignment with wider nutrition policies and guidelines.
• Provide project management support to nutrition-related programmes, projects and activities, ensuring a coordinated approach with wider programmes and projects that complies with WFP standards and procedures.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports and data analysis on nutrition programmes and policies ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control.
• Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners including government on nutrition policies, programmes, strategies, action plans, protocols, guidelines, manuals etc.
• Provide support for operational partnerships, including inter-agency collaboration, to ensure a strong multi-sectoral response to nutrition and actively participate in relevant platforms such as the One UN Network, Technical Working Group, UN Network for SUN, etc. when the need arises.
• Liaise with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.
• Coordinate and communicate with partners and WFP field staff for timely and accurate reporting of nutrition activities including data entry into the corporate M&E platforms to ensure efficient delivery and management of food assistance.
• Coordinate the organisation of meetings including steering committee meetings, and workshops with partners, and maintain up to date database of partners.
• Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to ensure WFP is able to quickly respond and deploy needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
• Perform any other duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education

At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Public Health, or any other related field

Language

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience working in nutrition and/or public health related activities.
• Experience in nutrition project management and engagement in policy discussions.
• Experience and exposure to working with nutrition and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in conducting nutrition analysis and report writing.
• Experience in contributing to the development of nutrition-related policies, strategies, guidelines/protocols, manuals.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Good computer knowledge and skills and good knowledge on statistical software for nutrition analysis.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and under strict deadlines.
• Ability to engage effectively with a wide range of colleagues and partners.
• Proactive, takes initiative, courteous, tactful, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to handle additional tasks.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Coaches team in the most effective ways to communicate WFP’s Strategic Objectives to WFP team and partners in the field.
• Be a force for positive change: Implements new methods or tools to improve team’s work processes and productivity.
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Maps team’s activities and tasks to specific successes in beneficiary communities to showcase positive impact.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Explains to teammates how each unit contributes to the overall WFP mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Identifies skill development opportunities such as training modules or on-the-job experiences for self, colleagues and direct reports.
• Create an inclusive culture: Facilitates team building activities to build rapport in own unit.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Facilitates the pairing of junior colleagues with coaches within own team.
• Create an ‘I will’/’We will’ spirit: Proactively anticipates potential challenges and develops mitigation plans to ensure that team meets goals and targets.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Identifies opportunities to be creative in own work and to help team be more innovative and accurate in their respective tasks and areas of work.
• Focus on getting results: Monitors team’s deliverables and provides feedback to ensure outcomes are delivered consistently and accurately.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Provides accurate guidance to team on expected responsibilities and tasks, whilst also upholding own commitment to the team.
• Be Decisive: Sets an example and provides guidance to junior team members on when to escalate issues when faced with challenging issues in the workplace or in the field.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Facilitates partnerships with other WFP units to accomplish missions in the field.
• Build strong external partnerships: Sets an example and provides guidance to team on how to build relationships with external partners.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Articulates to colleagues or direct reports the value of contributing to other WFP teams and agency partnerships in fulfilling WFP’s goals and objectives.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Organizes, monitors, and prioritizes own and team’s efforts to ensure that they will fulfil the needs of internal and external partners.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline for receiving applications is 12 March 2020

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

Qualified female applicants are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

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4. Senior Education Technical specialist – ( 200001GA ) (Closing Date: Mar 6, 2020)

TITLE: Senior Education Technical Specialist TEAM/PROGRAMME: Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) LOCATION: Kigali with field visit GRADE: 2 CONTRACT LENGTH: CHILD SAFEGUARDING: Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff. ROLE PURPOSE: The Senior Education technical Specialist is an important member of the PDQ team. Under the general direction and guidance of the Programme Development and Quality Director, the Senior Education and Child Development Specialist will ensure that all early childhood development (ECD) and basic education interventions are of a high technical quality and attract significant donor funding which contribute to Save the Children’s strategic objectives; that monitoring processes are in place, and that programme quality and relevance is continually assessed and solutions quickly put in place to reflect changing contexts. The Senior Education technical Specialist is expected to strengthen the capacity of the existing ECD and basic education team, conduct training and provide technical advice and support to project staff, with frequent visits to the field to support high quality programme implementation and ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved. The position technically supports the ECD and education program in both development and humanitarian contexts. The Senior Education and Child Development Specialist is also expected to provide technical advice and support to ECD and basic education implementing partners. Current thematic priorities include:

• In ECD: Emergent literacy and maths for children aged 4-6 and parenting education for children aged 0-3
• In Basic Education: Ensuring that children, including the most marginalized, have the skills, support and materials they need to achieve literacy and numeracy skills.
• Literacy sector: Supporting the development of a rich literacy environment though continued support for the development of the Kinyarwanda language book sector. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly. SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: Programme Development and Quality Director Staff reporting to this post: Book Development and Use Specialist Technical support and supervision: ECD and Basic Education Program Managers, Senior Education MEAL Specialis. KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY : General management
• Demonstrate behaviours that are consistent with Save the Children’s Mission, Vision and Values and ensure their broader application by staff across the programme.
• Contribute to a conducive and productive work environment.
• Contribute to the wider country programme agenda.
• Participate actively in PDQ meetings, planning and review activities
• Participate in any Donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.
• Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children’s commitment to safeguarding children, in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.
• Comply with and promote Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child safeguarding, staff safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures. Programme Quality
• Overall responsible to ensure the programme quality of Save the Children’s ECD and basic education programming;
• Provide, or obtain from members/external sources, appropriate high level technical support on methods and practices to be rolled out within basic education and child development programming;
• Lead the continuous assessment of ECD and basic education needs and ensure that these are appropriately reflected in sector strategy and program;
• Work collaboratively with other sectors on ways to integrate child development and education with other programs, in order to maximize impact for children and families
• Conduct regular visits (up to 30% of time) to the education and child development programs;
• With the ECD and Education Program Managers and the MEAL team, collaborate on the development of tools to monitor and improve the quality of education and child development work. Where necessary provide technical training for staff and partners as required (assessment tools, programme quality tools, case management, etc.);
• Lead the process of lessons learning to ensure high quality programming, with support from the MEAL Specialist, coordinating the collection of documentation across all the programme areas;
• Improve/strengthen the coordination of Save the Children’s work with the relevant ministries on education and child development;
• With the Program Managers and Awards Manager, ensure reports to donors are of the highest quality, that there is alignment between the narrative and financial, and that they are submitted in a timely fashion;
• Ensure recognized international best practices and Save the Children policies are applied in the work with children;
• Ensure program products and learning are maintained within the Save the Children country program.
• Provide technical support to the ongoing humanitarian program. Programme development
• Update the education and child development strategy, including the advocacy component, ensuring consistency with the Rwanda Country Office Strategic Plan, Common Approaches, Global Initiatives, and with Save the Children’s theory of change;
• Ensure that the education and child development advocacy plan is implemented in timely manner and in line with the general Country Office advocacy strategy;
• Support country strategic planning and annual reporting processes;
• Lead programme development for ECD and basic education in close coordination with the Program Managers and field managers, awards, finance and operations staff;
• Grow Save the Children’s ECD and basic education portfolio sustainably and strategically, consistent with the Country Strategy;
• Ensure updated and accurate needs information for use in program development;
• Lead on technical visioning of new programs and proposals;
• Identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals for donors
• Work with colleagues from other sectors to coordinate on and integrate programing to ensure children’s needs are met. External Relations
• Maintain strategic links with key duty bearers and stakeholders such as governmental bodies, UN agencies, INGOs and other local NGOs and community organizations, identify opportunities and ensure Save the Children’s participation in key activities at the national and local level;

• • Represent and advocate for Save the Children in all ECD and Basic Education working groups and other interagency fora to ensure Save the Children is seen as the lead international agency in terms of innovation and quality of implementation in basic education and early childhood development;
  • Help to clearly articulate the ECD and basic education advocacy messages for the Rwanda Country Office;
  • Work with the Communication Manager and Education Program Manager to develop the communication plan, package communication messages and ensure that the program visibility is compliant with Save the Children standards. Monitoring and Evaluation
  • In collaboration with the Education Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Specialist: Oversee knowledge sharing across the ECD and basic education teams, and in coordination with other sectors, and ensure that monitoring and evaluation results are understood and used to improve programmes;
  • Review reports, lessons learned and extract for internal and external use;
  • Develop programme quality assurance tools, such as needs assessment tools, programme level indicators, quality checklists for use in spot checks, complaints and response mechanisms, internal review and programme evaluation work plans, and others;
  • Work with the MEAL team to ensure clear plans in place for monitoring and evaluating project activities in relation to the objectives and that lessons learnt are shared and capitalized on;
  • Ensure that projects are monitored regularly, and that data is collected on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis;
  • Regularly visit project sites to ensure that teams are appropriately supported. Capacity building, team work
  • Work with program implementation department to ensure adequate capacity building and technical support to the field;
  • Support the recruitment, training and promotion of ECD and education staff as appropriate and ensure availability of appropriate professional development opportunities for staff. BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice) Accountability:
  • holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
  • holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved. Ambition:
  • sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same

• widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale. Collaboration:
• builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• approachable, good listener, easy to talk to. Creativity:
• develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• willing to take disciplined risks. Integrity:
• honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity QUALIFICATIONS
• A child development or education professional with a Master’s degree in education, child development or relevant field; EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Essential:
• At least 5 years professional experience in education and/or ECD, including experience working at a senior management or technical level in child development or education for NGOs;
• Excellent understanding of the ECD and education sector, particularly issues related to literacy, holistic child development, pedagogy, teacher training, curriculum development, child protection and child rights either in development and humanitarian context;
• Clear understanding of the intersection of ECD and education with other thematic areas
• Proven representation skills;
• Strong commitment to capacity building of national staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches;
• Experience writing donor funding proposals;
• Ability to compile narrative sections and thematic budgets for proposals; ability to edit/write narrative reports, with reference to financial reporting;
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching; Desireable:
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets;
• Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner;
• Fluency in English, verbal and written, required;
• Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy. Additional job responsibilities The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience. Equal Opportunities The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures. Child Safeguarding: We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Health and Safety The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Location: Kigali

Employee Status: Permanent

Closing Date: Mar 6, 202

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1.Programme Funding Manager (Deadline:06-Mar-20)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The VisionFund International (VFI) Programme Funding Manager will develop and manage funding opportunities in select 4 Countries in either Central, East or West Africa primarily, through grants from Bilateral, Corporates, Multilateral, Philanthropists and Partnerships through World Vision National Offices and /or other NGO’s and partners aligned to VFI’s Strategic focus in the network of microfinance institutions (MFIs) in keeping with strategy and funding priorities.

This position will be responsible of ensuring donor and partnership retention through effective and efficient compliance and management of third party grant and major donor acquisitions. Reporting to the Senior Programme Funding Manager for Africa; the role may support some French speaking Countries; therefore a candidate displaying proficiency in both English and French would be an added advantage. The role will manage grant and donor funding opportunity pipeline and provide fundraising technical support, capacity building, project monitoring, and donor impact reporting to the Country MFI’s. This role will additionally focus on building, maintaining and strengthening relationships with relevant and

key stakeholders such as World Vision Support and National offices and other identified Organisations. The role will lead proposal writing, grant implementation for donor compliance, and maintaining close relationships with MFI project staff in accordance with the Organisations norms and acceptable practices.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Funding Acquisition:

• Research and assess funding institutions and develop opportunity pipeline aligned with MFI strategic funding priorities.
• Manage all components of the Request For Proposals (RFP) and ensure application alignment with MFI funding priorities; vet with senior leadership and obtain approval.
• Set up and support proposal development teams; create project work plan and ensure proposals and supporting documents are prepared to technical specifications and submitted on time.
• Provide technical support and capacity building to field staff, Support Office staff and other members of the Fundraising team on proposal development, monitoring, reporting, and project management.
• Support Senior Programme Funding Manager for Africa in identifying and achieving annual funding targets.
• Within strategy, develop and manage key regional funder relationships with new and existing funders and World Vision Offices to achieve long-lasting global fundraising support.

Project Monitoring, and Management:

• Monitor project compliance and implementation to ensure projects are delivered to specifications.
• Support MFIs and ensure project impact reports are of high quality and submitted on time.
• Build capacity of MFIs for managing projects.
• Ensure contracts are reviewed and risks managed and funds flow effectively to MFIs.

Relationship Development and Networking:

• Network with major regional funders to establish collaborative relationships, learn of opportunities, and enhance VFI’s ability to gain donor funding and enhance VFI’s reputation in the marketplace.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key World Vision support and national office funding staff ensuring that the microfinance project model is understood and fundraising opportunities are maximised.
• Attend sector seminars, training, communities of practice and forums where industry staff and/or funders meet with the objective of leveraging funding and partnerships for the VFI network.
• Maintain knowledge of microfinance industry and trends including focus of targeted donors.

Impact & Project Management Initiatives:

• Ensure outcomes of projects are high-quality and high-impact through ongoing monitoring and the execution of mid-term and final evaluations, operations research, etc.
• Review field reports and findings/recommendations to determine and replicate best practices and apply lessons learned.
• Contribute to the Fundraising team in developing innovative and emerging fundraising systems, processes and tools.
• Contribute to streamlining Funding policies in the MFI’s.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• University degree in either International development, International Relations, International Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
• 5-8 years experience in Bilateral, Corporate, Mulitilateral, Philanthropy Fundraising/Business development /Grant making in a Corporate or Non-Governmental Organisation.
• High Proficiency (oral and written) in English language.
• Ability to write and speak both English and French is an added advantage.
• This role requires 5-8 years in Grants, major donor fundraising and corporate management setting dealing with senior management. Experience in microfinance or financial institutions, humanitarian, international development. Able to work in complex corporate culture and financial systems and ensure procedures internally and with third parties are well documented, monitored and executed. Creative and helpful at problem solving for both VFI and MFI’s. Able to work well with granting agencies, Support Offices, MFIs, and other VFI groups.
• Candidate must have the permit/authority to work in the Country of residence in the case of foreign nationals requesting to be recruited in the placement Country.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Excellent management, communication, and relationship-building skills; must lead through influence and establish effective working relationships within MFIs in the region, external partners, Agencies and Leaders in the Microenterprise development field.
• International Management/Relations experience is an important asset, particularly in emerging/developing countries.
• Knowledge of the microfinance sector and rural micro-financing is key.
• Demonstrated good judgment and cultural sensitivity.
• Creates processes with greater efficiency in mind, eliminating bureaucracy wherever possible.
• Able to travel to remote areas where MFI’s work and internationally.
• Effective coach, able to train people in VisionFund policies and procedures formally and informally.
• Must be able to simultaneously manage multiple priorities and projects; ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Team players characteristics and flexibility on working hours to connect with people within wide time-zone differences is required.
• Experience working with Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) with rural operational programs in Sub-Sahara Africa.
• Hands on experience in project management, Business development, fundraising and/or Resource Acquisition for either NGO’s, businesses and Strong situational analytical skills will be desirable. Experience taking part of project designs, baseline and end line evaluations.

Work Environment/Travel:

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

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2. Chief Finance Office CFO,Rwanda (Deadline: 05-Mar-20)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Lead the MFI Finance department, building an organization that honors Christian values by positively impacting the lives of many families and children through the delivery of appropriate financial services and training with a particular focus on the rural areas of Rwanda.
Manages the Institution’s treasury to ensure profitable operations and compliance with existing regulations.
Creates a self-sustaining business with strong foundations (people, process, systems) that is capable of growing while managing risks.
Work closely with WV to obtain funding from the partnership and donors to grow the operations.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Member of Leadership Team:

Advisor to the CEO and Senior Management Team on all matters relating to finance including treasury, accounting, and administration.
Submit timely financial returns to the Board, senior management, regulators and other stakeholders.
Prepare business and financial reports for Board of Directors.
Leads the Development of an overall Business Plan for VisionFund Rwanda that includes, among other things, the Branch Targets and Projections:

Continuous monitoring of the financial performance of the organization with emphasis in analyzing the latter’s performance as against its operational and business plans.
Provides support to the Head Office and Branches in preparation of the finanance business plan and preparation and monitoring of the annual operating plans and budgets.
Ensures that branch plans are incorporated into an overall business plan and finance projections model.
Establishes and maintains all Policies relating to Financial Management, Financial Controls and Risk:

Establishes, reviews, and updates financial policies and procedures that are relevant and cost effective to the organization.
Maintains the finance management manuals, including treasury, accounting and administration manuals. and ensures that all changes related to policies and procedures would be incorporated in the manual.
Acts as a member of the procurement committee or its equivalent and furnishes the committee with the necessary information for them to make ‘sound’ viable decisions.
Performs functions specified by the Board, procurement committee and Asset Management in relation to establishing broad guidelines for the institution’s tolerance for risk and expectations from investment.
Introduces measures to enhance the credibility and objectivity of financial statements and reports prepared with reference to the affairs of VisionFund Rwanda.
Manages Liquidity and the appropriate Levels of Assets and Liabilities:

Measures and controls the institution’s funding requirements.
Manage access to funds: Makes periodic assessment of liabilities and liability holders, explore borrowing arrangements.
Ensures that there is adequate control of cash and other assets (budgetary management and control) according to laid down policies and the Central Bank regulations.
Develops contingency plans for VisionFund Rwanda to withstand liquidity crises, and updates the contingency plans, as the need arises.
Recommends policies or changes on policies on liquidity and funds management, and ensures timeliness, applicability, and practicality of these policies.
Supervises the Accounting System and Process:

Provides technical oversight to the branch accountants in formulating and implementing the branch accounting system.
Ensures that VisionFund Rwanda maintains adequate and accurate records including balance sheet and periodic statements of income and expense.
General oversight to ensure payroll is accurate, prompt, complete and reliable.
Provides the finance department staff with the necessary training and other support to enable them to fulfill their duties accordingly.
Supervises, monitors, and evaluates the work of the finance staff and provides input to the annual staff appraisal exercise.
Ensures Compliance to Regulators, Audits and VFI:

Ensures absolute compliance to regulations on liquidity, capital, adequacy, and provisioning as well as to reporting requirements set by the Central Bank and other regulators.
Attends to inquiries, on-site or off-site, from the Central Bank, other regulators, and external auditors, and provides due assistance to the regulators and external auditors during inspection.
Supervises the effective Financial Provision of Administrative Services:

Liaises with tax authorities/consultants whenever necessary.
Maintains insurance portfolio and ensures that all claims are settled without undue losses to the organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
ACCA or CIMA a must.
MBA is Required.
Must have at least ten years of working experience in senior management in a combination of the following: micro-enterprise lending organization, banking institution, a progressive corporate environment, international business,
agricultural economics/development, or economic and business development institution.
Must have a clear understanding of micro finance industry and technology.
Must have worked experience in regulatory environment and better with institution that intermediate savings.
Determined personality with initiative, perseverance and the ability to motivate and manage a team.
Capability and willingness to lead the organization forward.
Ready to comply and live up to and in accordance with the organization Ideals and Core Values.
Be a good trainer, facilitator, mentor, and coach.
Very good communication and marketing skills.
Very good knowledge in economic and financial topics.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
Attend and lead daily devotions.

Working Environment/Travel:

Office environment: typical office based and frequent travel to fields (40% traveling and 60% office based).
10% international travel is desired.
On call: Yes, in the after normal working hours.
Must get a work Permit if not a local staff from within the Country.

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3. Reputation Communications Director (Deadline:10-Mar-20)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Reporting to the Senior Director, Public Engagement, the Reputation Communications Director is a senior role proactively and reactively directing the development of reputation protection and building activities. They will lead two teams with distinct areas of communitions skills and responsibilities.

This director is responsible for maintaining World Vision’s reputation during crises and faced with risks. They will lead the risk communications team that handles emerging incidents and reputational crises in the partnership and ensures there are strong policies, procedures and protocols for these responses offices across the partnership and globally. This Director will work directly with global media and other influential external partners and stakeholders to shape their understanding of and trust in WV.

They will also direct a creative and technical digital properties team that develops and control all of the digital channels of World Vision Internationsl (WVI) (WVI.org, fb, Instagram, twitter etc.).

The postholder will fully understand the relationship between trust drivers, the impact of crises, and the increase in positive reputation and will use this knowledge to significantly build trust in the organisation in order to grow influence, impact and income.

This role will work closely with the Senior Director, Public Engagement and the Senior Director, Communications and others in the global marketing and communications core team to identify and promote opportunities for building trust and reputation in line with the global partnership strategy. Able to act on their own, the postholder will work closely in partnership with others, including members of the Executive Leadership Team, Regional Leaders and Support Office (SO) and regional executives, Evidence & Learning, Global Resource Development (GRD), External Engagement & Advocacy and Faith & Development, providing advice and guidance to ensure reputation is managed and maintained through change and operational actions.

Working closely with the Brand Director, this postholder will ensure all reputation building activities are on brand and build and support the partnership and Global Communications strategies.

The position will be responsible for directing a team of communications experts in crisis management and digital communications, ensuring partnership capacity is in place for strong responsive comms for global issues and crises, developing evidence based communications that convey who we are, our core values, demonstrate our Christian Identity and build our reputation with powerholders, supports and the humanitarian sector and maintaining best in class digital properties for WVI.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set the strategic directions and lead a team of communications experts in crisis management and digital communications, ensuring partnership capacity is in place for strong responsive comms for global issues and crises, developing evidence based communications that convey who we are, our core values, demonstrate our Christian Identity and build our reputation with powerholders, supports and the humanitarian sector and maintaining best in class digital properties for WVI.
Provide leadership to Risk Advisors team to ensure global capacity for incident responses and ensure policies, protocols and training are consistently reflecting best practice. Advise and guide senior leadership in the partnership on Tier 1 and 2 responses to issues that threaten to harm the WV brand and reputation, and deal directly with global media and other partners during these incidents.
Strategically lead the digital properties team in developing and maintaining best-in-class digital channels for WVI, including WVI.org and all affiliated National Office, campaign and functional websites and microsites, fb, twitter, Instagram and youtube channels and any emerging digital channels.
Engage with executives in WVI and across the partnership to create and ensure alignment and that executives are champions of the digital strategy.
Work closely with the Senior Director, Public Engagement and the Senior Director, Communications and others in the global marketing and communications core team to identify and promote opportunities for building trust and reputation in line with the global partnership strategy. Work closely in partnership with others, including members of the Executive Leadership Team, Regional Leaders and SO and regional executives, Evidence & Learning, GRD, External Engagement &
Advocacy and Faith & Development, providing advice and guidance to ensure reputation is managed and maintained through change and operational actions.
Identify, develop and champion reputation building activities that take account of trust drivers and build positive organisational reputation and ensure these are used in WVI channels, and in offices across the partnership. Use organisational and communications strategies as a springboard to develop and maintain improvements to global reputation and engage the voices of leaders in the org as well as children, communities and partners.
Work closely with the Brand Director to ensure all reputation building activities are on brand and build and support the partnership and Global Communications strategies.
Lead the development of corporate materials that will grow trust in the organization eg, World Vision Guide, Global Annual Reviews in line with the organizational brand and strategy.
Play an active senior role and provide strategic crisis management and branding approach in the Operations Management Team and lead digital comms networks for the partnership. In this strategic approach and the active role in the digital comms networks is considering the relationship between trust drivers, the impact of crises, and the increase in positive reputation and will use this knowledge to significantly build trust in the organisation in order to grow influence, impact and income.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Post Graduate degree or equivalent in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
10+ years working in a communications role, preferably within World Vision.
10+ Experience with successful crisis management.
Experience developing high-level communications strategies based on insights and research, and gaining senior stakeholders’ ownership and buy-in for the strategies.
Thorough understanding of World Vision’s ministry and issues including children, poverty, relief, sustainable development, donor engagement and food aid.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to win the confidence of a broad range of different stakeholders.
Thorough understanding of media, its likely interests, demands and expectations.
Thorough understanding of crisis and issues management.
Good understanding of private, public and institutional donors, as well as other partners, and their expectations and needs for information during a crisis.
Experience of working in cross-cultural environments, sensitivity to multicultural social, religious and gender issues.
Strong analytical skills, able to clearly assess and evaluate issues and alternative strategies.
A self-starter, able to identify the key issues and mobilise senior stakeholder support.
Excellent writing skills.
Familiarity with general legal concepts such as confidentiality, liability, contractual obligations etc.
Experience working with lawyers for legal advice and counsel.
Understand transparency and accountability trends and issues in the humanitarian sector.
Understanding of internal communications and of ways in which staff can help build and maintain reputation.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Understanding of what builds and detracts from trust and reputation.
Multi-lingual ability an advantage.
Crisis communications experience.

Work Environment/Travel:

The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

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4.The People, Culture and Administration Manager (Deadline: 12/03/2020)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The People, Culture and Administration Manager is responsible for all aspects of the human resource function within the VisionFund Rwanda Office. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position is responsible primarily for staffing, recruiting, retention, performance management, employee relations, compensation, compliance, individual development and succession planning. The incumbent ensures that HR initiatives are aligned with VFM’s mission, values and long-term business strategy, and that they support the evolving HR needs of the business. The overall objective of the position is to support the development and retention of a high-performance work force and a learning culture. The position holder is also responsible for overseeing administration functions such as procurement, fleet management, logistics etc.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Formulation, implementation and review of P&C policies and Procedures:

• Maintain the People and Culture policy, researching, recommending changes additions, deletions as appropriate in light with changing organization needs and legal requirements.
• Develop, communicate and implement standard operating procedures to promote efficiency and consistency in handling day to day People & Culture needs by Line Managers and staff.
• Advising leadership and staff on the interpretation and application of specific policies and procedures to individual employee situation.
• Contributes in senior management strategic planning, with responsibility for People & Culture policies and procedures and administration.
• Prepare monthly management report pertaining to People & Culture and administration issues.

Effective resourcing of staff:

• Develop processes and tools to efficiently and effectively meet VisionFund staffing needs on a timely basis i.e. assessment, recruitment, candidate screening, selection, hiring and orientation.
• Work with hiring managers in planning and coordinating hiring and termination processes.
• Develop and Lead hire orientation program.
• Timely renewal of employee contracts.
• Lead the senior management in succession planning.

Effective management of Employee Relations function:

• Support VisionFund with disciplinary processes conducted, ensuring compliance with the Company’s Code of Conduct and procedures.
• Competent representation of the Company in all disputes referred to the Labor court.
• Ensure accurate and timely employee communication and communication structures.

Compensation:

• Work closely with CEO in developing and administering pay and benefit programs which attract, retain and motivate staff and are externally competitive.
• Periodically research and recommend cost of living adjustments.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure timely process of payroll Maintain and administer employee insurance, pension, accident cover and ensure timely renewal of vendor contract.
• To ensure that staff welfare is provided as anchorage for employee motivation.
• To ensure that Health insurance policy for all employees.

Procurement:

• Analyze the purchase request from the user departments and determine the appropriate method of procurement.
• Provide oversight and guidance to the procurement committee.
• Procurement to be in line with the procurement policy.

Effective management of training, development succession, talent and performance management:

• Administer the monthly, quarterly and annual performance evaluation process as required by the policy.
• Recommend employees recognition activities to honor individual milestones and achievements.
• In consultation with the senior management, develops performance indicators and standards in promoting staff to higher post.
• Coordinating staff training requirements.
• Create an induction program for new staff orientation including content and schedule.
• Implement strategies and activities that instill a performance management culture in the organization.
• Reviews and upgrades the performance appraisal instrument, at least yearly to determine effectiveness and applicability; Conducts consultations with department heads to determine performance indicators and benchmarks per position.

Security Management:

• Handle all security alerts to both staff members and visitors.
• Facilitate training on security to the staff members.

Administration:

• Fleet management.
• Property management.
• Stores management.
• Life insurance management and timely payment of the pension to insurance company.

And any other duties that may be assigned by the CEO from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s and preferably advanced degree in Human Resource Management, organization development, organizational psychology or similar.
• 5 years’ experience in human resource management in progressively responsible roles, with sound cross-functional experience.
• Managing people Professionally.
• Leading People.
• Managing Conflict.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills (written and verbal).
• Delivering Objectives.
• Computer literacy.
• Basic financial skills.
• 5 years’ experience in human resource management in progressively responsible roles, with sound cross-functional experience.
• English & Kinyarwanda.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Expertise in national labor law, employment legislation & employment practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, customer service, consulting, coaching and organizational skills, with a track record of driving change and innovation.
• Strong problem solver with strong business skills and strategic acumen, analytical skills, and excellent team-building skills.
• Both strategic and tactical: able to lead in a ‘role up your sleeves’ manner that is perceived to be people-centric and effective.
• Culturally astute, respectful and tolerant, able to promote and support diversity in the workplace, and able to gain the trust and respect of peers.
• Willingness to travel to branch offices.
• Experience in reporting to the Board using Microsoft applications such as word and power point.

Work Environment/Travel:

• The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

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