Baho International Hospital (BIH) would like to recruit the candidates in Biomedical with A0 or A1 level and who have A2 level in Electricity or Electronic.
Interested candidates should send the following documents by email to info@bahointernationalhospital.com:
Application letter
CV
Copy of diplomas
ID
The deadline for application is 24th April 2021.

Dr. MUHAWENIMANA Pétronille

Background

German Sparkassenstiftung Eastern Africa is a German-based non-profit organization that is active in partnership projects in more than 50 countries worldwide. Among its key principles is the combination of local and international expertise to provide excellent technical advisory to its partner organizations. German Sparkassenstiftung’s project activities are refinanced by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). In Rwanda, among others, German Sparkassenstiftung works with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN). The partnership focusses mainly on the professionalization of the UMUNRENGE SACCO Sector.

In this respect, German Sparkassenstiftung intends to recruit three (3) strong individual consultants who will support the project in accompanying U-SACCOs in their consolidation/amalgamation into D-SACCOs and thereafter, prepare the business plan, financial forecasting, and budgeting for the amalgamated D-SACCOs and support D-SACCOs in their process of obtaining the registration certificate from Rwanda Cooperative Agency (RCA) and the licensing certificate from the BNR.

Terms of Reference (TOR)

A detailed Terms of Reference can be found under https://sparkassenstiftung-easternafrica.org/fileadmin/Vacancies/Job_offer_Consultants_Business_Plan_D_SACCOs.pdf

Profile

For this consultancy, the project through the German Sparkassenstiftung is looking for consultants fulfilling the following profile:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration or any related fields;
• Professional certificate in related topics, e.g. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be an advantage;
• Experience of at least 5 years in the microfinance or banking sector at a senior position being involved in business planning, financial projections, and preparation of annual budget;
• Skills in elaborating a project, feasibility study, business planning and financial forecasts of MFIs or other financial institutions (to be justified by at least three names of banks/MFIs for which the consultant has developed business plans);
• Skills in facilitating workshops on the consolidation/amalgamation/merger of financial institutions including SACCOs;
• Experience in conducting due diligences or audits of financial institutions will be of advantage;
• Familiar with the Rwandan economic and financial sector context;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English. Kinyarwanda and/or French are of advantage;
• Ready to conduct on-site work and workshops in Districts;
• Being full-time available for the working days to spend on this assignment.

How to apply

The consultants will submit a technical and financial offer as specified in the Terms of Reference (see link above).

Please send you application to German Sparkassenstiftung Eastern Africa on the following email address: application.eastafrica@sparkassenstiftung.de

Applications will be received not later than 23. April 2021 at 2pm local time. Any offer received after this will not be considered.

Vacancy Announcement

The Development Bank of Rwanda is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s development goals. Over the last years, the bank has undergone substantial re-organization aimed at positioning it as an “innovative and sustainable provider of development finance for socio-economic impact”.

To achieve this vision, the bank’s new strategic plan (2018-2024) has outlined 3 key strategic themes.

• Operational Excellence: Continuous improvement of our credit and risk management system, financial performance, and customer services.
• Strategic Partnerships: Forming strategic partnerships to deliver our mandate is a key component of our core activities.
• Dynamic Culture: Continuously improving our pool of knowledge to have the most competent and skilled employees.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality and disability norms. We promote gender-responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

1. MANAGER, PR, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Application Guidelines:

Interested candidates should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers /) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email-only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital, and Corporate Services of the Development Bank of Rwanda.

Deadline for application: Friday, April 23, 2021.

The employment package is highly competitive/attractive.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

Done in Kigali, April 9, 2021

Click here to apply

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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

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

1.    Mine Operations Manager

Reporting to: Managing Director

Employment Type: Full time

Minimum Qualifications and skills requirements

• 8+ years of experience in underground mining operations preferably on the 3T mineralization in Centrals and/or East Africa, with min. 3 years in a managerial leadership role;
• Technical University Degree (Masters) in Mine Engineering;
• Strong Character with exceptional leadership and management skills;
• Superior knowledge of mine operations and large budget mining projects cost control and analytical reporting;
• Detailed knowledge of all phases of mine feasibility studies, planning, development, and expansion;
• Strong ability to detect safety hazards and respond accordingly, safety commitment, and improvement mindset.
• Outstanding professional reputation for delivering against environmental, health, and safety standards;
• Excellent proven communications skills and experience in delivering presentations in verbal and written mediums to multiple levels of management, to a multi-cultural workforce, and potentially to other stakeholder;
• Willingness to relocate to Rwanda;

 Key areas of responsibilities and duties

1. Responsible for all short and long term mine planning horizon and integrated planning for LuNa Smelter mines in Rwanda;
2. Responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising the activities of the mines;
3. Development of all mine operations infrastructure: including the overseeing the development and tunnelling of the mine, checking the quality of stone, rock, and minerals, and inspecting the mine for danger;
4. Run underground mining operations in a safe and effective way;
5. Work on a team to procure all mine equipment and develop maintenance agreements;
6. Work collaboratively with mine maintenance, mine engineering, support services, and plant business areas while ensuring cost efficiency, and achievement of all business plan objectives;
7. Develop solutions for day-to-day problems that occur in mines operations;
8. Responsible for ensuring a proper waste management as well as following of the occupational health and safety guidelines, which includes planning and overseeing maintenance of the mine and developing emergency response plans;
9. Monitor, performance manage, grow and develop all direct report staff, as well as ensure process are adhered to ensure a capable and competent mine workforce;
10. Investigate incidents, near misses, damage, or delays at mine sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out;
11. Carry out technical assessments when necessary at designated M&A projects LuNa Smelter undertakes;

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to submit their curriculum vitae (CV)  to hr@lunasmelter.com not later than Tuesday, April 20, 2021.

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

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

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

Position: Rwanda Program Manager

Length: Fulltime

Reports to: Rwanda Country Director

About Global Health Corps:

Global Health Corps (GHC) is building a new generation of global health leadership. We believe that solving the world’s most pressing global health challenges requires better and more connected leaders who are able to work across traditional boundaries like geography, sector and issue area to engineer stronger global health systems. We need more than clinicians and providers; we need management consultants, engineers, artists, and architects. We need new leadership voices and new perspectives, especially those representing the populations most often left out and unheard.

GHC competitively recruits and selects emerging leaders from around the world who represent a wide range of skillsets and areas of expertise, all of which are critical to rebuilding and strengthening health systems. GHC is developing a cadre of health equity leaders through a unique leadership development program that utilizes experiential and formal learning methods.

Through a one-year fellowship program, fellows address a wide-range of health issues with high-impact grassroots organizations, NGOs, and ministries of health in Rwanda, Malawi, Uganda, Zambia, and the United States. Fellowship positions are demand-driven, ensuring that our fellows fill real-time health systems gaps and serve to amplify the great work already in progress. Placement organizations benefit from the skills and energy of fellows, as well as the support of GHC.  We are building a network of young changemakers who share the common belief that health is a human right.

For more information, visit our website or find us on Facebook, Twitter, or Medium.

The Candidate:

The Rwanda Program Manager is a passionate and organized leader in our growing global team. The past 12 years have been full of exciting and rapid growth for GHC, and we are in need of a Rwanda Program Manager to provide dedicated support to our fellows, alumni, and partner organizations in-country. This position reports to the Rwanda Country Director and requires exceptional passion for our work. You will be thinking through the most effective way to leverage the talent of our fellows and alumni as an influential community of diverse leaders. Your tireless commitment to their success and the knack for optimistic problem-solving is an absolute must.

The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, global, collaborative, and fast-paced environment where we are passionate about what we do, cares deeply for our greater mission, and is result oriented. As a community of leaders, including the GHC staff, we’re undeterred, we are adaptable, we are steadfast in our commitments, we are resilient. At GHC, we thrive in challenging situations, where our task is to do what hasn’t been done and where we must dismantle or rebuild systems that propagate inefficiency and inequity. We have the vision to think big, but we have the humility and the can-do attitude to get our hands dirty in order to get it done. You should too. We work daily across country borders and time zones, so being an excellent, thoughtful, and strategic communicator is essential. You will bring a solutions-oriented and client service mindset, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and a value for collaboration across a range of teams, cultures, and working styles.

Responsibilities:

Fellow Programming and Support:

• Support on-boarding of all new fellows in both the programmatic and logistical preparations to start the GHC fellowship
• Serve as a key point of contact for fellows in Rwanda throughout the year, coordinating general fellowship program logistics; ensure fellows complete program commitments such as community project, public engagement, blogging, and professional development activities
• In conjunction with Rwanda Country Director, conduct regular check-ins with fellows, offering supportive accompaniment through professional and personal development during the fellowship year
• Organize country-based activities and events for fellows, including quarterly workshops, attendance at a mid- year retreat, and locally-based events and opportunities to foster community building and leadership development

Placement Organization Relationship Management:

• Work with the Rwanda Country Director to maintain and cultivate portfolio of placement organizations
• Participate in annual partner recruiting and selection process; work with new and existing placement organizations to develop fellow position descriptions, coordinate contracts, and make logistical preparations for hosting fellows
• Foster relationship building and support with placement organization supervisors/staff contacts during fellowship year through site visits, pre-or post- fellow workshops, formal evaluations, and ad hoc requests.

Alumni Engagement:

• Work closely with Rwanda Country Director and Community Impact team to help design and expand alumni activities that build upon the leadership training from the fellowship year and align with the GHC alumni program strategy
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with GHC alumni in Rwanda to support the mobilization of community members including, but not limited to, mapping alumni efforts, identifying alumni for external or professional development opportunities, supporting program iteration to meet alumni needs, and showcase alumni contributions to the global health sector.
• Identify, organize and execute opportunities for public engagement, professional development, and knowledge sharing in order to foster and support the leadership development of the Rwanda alumni community
• Cultivate, support, and facilitate initiatives led by sub-groups within the Rwanda Alumni community to address Health System needs.
• Coordinate and support Rwanda alumni chapter efforts to implement the national strategy, cultivate community engagement, conduct community activities, and lead collective impact
• Support planning and implementation of Country, Regional and Global Alumni Leadership Summits

Fellow Recruiting and Selection:

• Support the Country team on new fellow recruitment, managing the development and execution of a countrywide outreach strategy
• Support efforts to recruit and select future fellows, including in-country interview coordination
• Co-represent GHC at strategic recruiting events

Communications:

• Serve as communications point person for country team, joining regular global communications calls and providing ad hoc support
• Support efforts on design and branding, key messages, photography of country-level activities, and fellow and alumni writing on GHC’s online publication, AMPLIFY

Country office compliance and Representation:

• Support the Rwanda Country Team to complete GHC’s obligations to the Rwanda Governance Board, the Network of International NGOs, and other fora
• Support the Rwanda Country Team on completing the requirements for INGO midyear and Annual registration in Rwanda.
• Work with the Rwanda Country Team to securing work permits for international fellows
• Represent GHC in Fora linked to the Alumni engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates who excel in building trusting relationships, establishing effective processes, and having strong project management skills.

You should have: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience and at least four (4) years program management experience
• Experience coaching and/or mentoring; preferably in developing early-career professionals
• Cross-cultural competency; experience working in another country or in a cross-cultural environment strongly preferred
• Strong project and logistics management skills and excellent attention to detail
• A proven track record of delivering high-quality work products on time and providing strategic insight into how to develop efficiencies in work processes
• Experience with budgeting, contract negotiation, vendor and compliance management

Preferred:

• High level of emotional intelligence
• Strong relationship building skills
• Experience managing operational needs
• A love for innovation is a plus!

You should be:

• A high-initiative self-starter attitude with a willingness and desire to work as part of a dynamic and collaborative team
• Comfortable working under frequent, tight timelines
• An active listener and honest and supportive coach and/or mentor
• Committed to health and social justice issues and understanding of global health and development landscape

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

How to Apply

Application send by the kink: https://jobs.lever.co/ghcorps/ab9a5819-df26-4ae7-9e86-cf9ef022a985/apply

The deadline for applications is April 28, 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Thank you for applying!

1. IPC Officer

INGOBYI ACTIVITY

GOLDEN PLAZA, 3^rd Floor

KG 546 Street 1

P.O.Box 6639-Kigali

Tel.: + (250) 738795924

Kacyiru, Kigali

www.intrahealth.org

Job Opportunity:  IPC Officer

Why Choose IntraHealth

At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. Program officers, finance experts, and technical leaders. We are passionate and diverse. And we’re united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.

For almost 40 years in over 100 countries, IntraHealth has partnered with local communities to make sure health workers are present where they’re needed most, ready to do the job, connected to the technology they need, and safe to do their very best work. Our programs are designed with a deep understanding of and appreciation for the context of human rights, gender equality and discrimination, economic empowerment, and changing populations. And the longstanding relationships we have built with government agencies, private-sector partners, and members of civil society make our efforts stronger and more effective.  Join us and together we can make lasting changes in global health—for all of us.

The USAID Ingobyi Activity is a five-year cooperative agreement to improve the quality of reproductive, Maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) and malaria services, in a sustainable manner with the goal of reducing neonatal, child, and maternal mortality in Rwanda. The Ingobyi Activity builds upon the tremendous gains Rwanda has made in the health sector as well as previous USAID investments in the health sector to provide a healthier, more productive future for all Rwandans. Ingobyi works to improve the availability, quality, and utilization of RMNCH, malaria services with resilience & sustainability, and fighting against COVID-19.

 SUMMARY OF ROLE

IntraHealth would like to hire One (1) Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Officer to be based in  Rubavu, who will work under direct supervision of the Zonal Coordinator and receive technical guidance and support from the IPC Specialist, to build capacity of health care providers in Ingobyi-supported hospitals and health centers in infection prevention and control, and ensuring the IPC standards are met.  The IPC Officer will be responsible for about 5 districts where s/he will work with zonal technical staff to increase overall infection prevention and control capacity, particularly the integration of disease outbreak response, prevention, and preparedness within the broader Ingobyi IPC framework.

Key functions

The Infection Prevention and Control Officer is responsible for the following functions:

Capacity building/training

• Works in collaboration with other Ingobyi zonal staff and health facilities to build capacity of supported hospitals and health centers in infection prevention and control;
• Ensure the IPC standards practice and their sustainability, by also suggesting innovative measures and practices to improve a quality service delivery relative to standard IPC guidelines;
• Provides guidance and skills development in the integration of epidemics prevention as part of the overall Ingobyi infection control and prevention framework;
• Assesses and analyze IPC capacities and practices in hospitals and health centers in Ingobyi-supported districts/health facilities, and recommends improvements;
• Reviews IPC measures implemented by supported health facilities, coaches and advises health providers on how to strengthen infection prevention, including use of personal protective equipment where necessary, as part of ongoing capacity strengthening efforts;
• Reviews training needs, and based on findings, and together with facility-based trainers, conduct training in IPC for staff at district hospitals and health centers in Ingobyi supported-districts to improve infection prevention and control measures;
• Ensures integration of general IPC measures into routine RMNCH/malaria activities Ingobyi- supported health facilities; and
• Manages any other emerging activities related to IPC at Ingobyi-supported health facilities, in coordination with facility management.

 Coordination, monitoring and reporting

• Support in coordination of Ingobyi-led procurement and distribution of basic IPC equipment and commodities to health facilities, in collaboration with district hospitals and health centers in Ingobyi-supported districts;
• Coordinates with the other Ingobyi Activity staff to integrate IPC into routine RMNCH/Malaria activities;
• Work closely with the district health officers and hospital leaderships to advocate and share all IPC issues that may impact the community wellbeing;
• Closely monitors progress of IPC activities in supported hospitals and health centers and supports facility IPC focal points, IPC committees, C/EHOs, and/or champions to address identified gaps;
• Documents and reports progress on IPC measures in Ingobyi-supported districts to IPC Specialist; and
• Performs other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is expected to meet and or possess the following qualifications and requirements.

Education and training

• Bachelor’s degree in medicine, Public Health, pharmacy, nursing, laboratory technology, or related fields
• Candidates must have A valid license issued by Rwanda National Council of Nurses and Midwives, Rwanda Allied Health Professions Council, or Rwanda Medical and Dental Council.

 Experience and skills

• At least 3-5 years of experience as a trainer in infection prevention and control in Rwanda.
• At least 2 years of experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating infection.

prevention and control procedures and tools in Rwanda.

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control, preferably in the context of epidemics or communicable diseases.
• Relevant working experience in IPC in health a facility setting.
• Skills in rapid assessment techniques, knowledge, and experience in monitoring facility and community-based infection prevention and control interventions.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) in English and Kinyarwanda – French language skills would be added advantage.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
• Strong skills in teamwork and networking.
• Strong documentation and report writing skills; and
• Ability to travel frequently within the country.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and ability to travel within and outside the zone, and to work independently with all stakeholders
• Willingness to accept additional responsibilities
• Willingness to work overtime as required

COMPETENCIES:

Managing Performance: Ability to plan and design practices, processes, and procedures that allow for effective management of people, resources, and processes to optimize overall organizational performance. Managing for performance includes the ability to delegate and encourage growth and leadership across the team(s) as part of maximizing performance and productivity.

Strategic Thinking: Applies organizational knowledge to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for IntraHealth while recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational challenges. Ability to develop organization- and industry-specific expertise and apply sound decision-making processes to reach productive resolutions that translates strategy into actionable business plans.

Effective Communication (Oral & Written): Understands effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors

Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for assessing and controlling the organization’s exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Innovation: Develops new, better or significantly different ideas, methods, solutions, or initiatives within assigned role that result in improvement of IntraHealth’ s performance and meeting objectives, results, and global commitments.

Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for all work activities, research, and personal actions and decisions; follows through on commitments and focuses on those activities that have the greatest impact on meeting measurable high-quality results for IntraHealth’ s success. Exercises ethical practices, respectful words and behaviors, and equitable treatment of others in all activities.

Summary of Benefits

IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package.  We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.

IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.  This is also to include inquiry about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.

How to apply:

Learn more about IntraHealth Careers @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careers

Learn more about “Who We Are” @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/about-us1

 Please apply by April 18, 2021

Click here to read more & apply

2. Compliance Manager

INGOBYI ACTIVITY

GOLDEN PLAZA, 3^rd Floor

KG 546 Street 1

P.O.Box 6639-Kigali

Tel.: + (250) 738795924

Kacyiru, Kigali

www.intrahealth.org

Job Opportunity:  Compliance Manager

Why Choose IntraHealth

At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. Program officers, finance experts, and technical leaders. We are passionate and diverse. And we’re united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.

For almost 40 years in over 100 countries, IntraHealth has partnered with local communities to make sure health workers are present where they’re needed most, ready to do the job, connected to the technology they need, and safe to do their very best work. Our programs are designed with a deep understanding of and appreciation for the context of human rights, gender equality and discrimination, economic empowerment, and changing populations. And the longstanding relationships we have built with government agencies, private-sector partners, and members of civil society make our efforts stronger and more effective.  Join us and together we can make lasting changes in global health—for all of us.

The USAID Ingobyi Activity is a five-year cooperative agreement to improve the quality of reproductive, Maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH) and malaria services, in a sustainable manner with the goal of reducing neonatal, child, and maternal mortality in Rwanda. The Ingobyi Activity builds upon the tremendous gains Rwanda has made in the health sector as well as previous USAID investments in the health sector to provide a healthier, more productive future for all Rwandans. Ingobyi works to improve the availability, quality, and utilization of RMNCH and malaria services with resilience and sustainability.

 SUMMARY OF ROLE

Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Compliance Manager will provide technical support to ensure that the operations of Ingobyi Activity are ethical, in compliance with donors’ regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies and procedures. S/he will ensure the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with agency and donor regulations by developing, initiating, maintaining, and revising policies and procedures to ensure general compliance and to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.  This includes reviewing and monitoring of IntraHealth and partner financial transactions quarterly, and constant monitoring of project contracts and grants. S/he will lead and coordinate systems improvement initiatives and timely corrective actions and oversee the implementation of adequate internal control procedures for effective stewardship and management of resources.

Essential Functions

General Compliance

• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, developing and implementing corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues, and providing general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Ensure that all Ingobyi activities are in line with contractual obligations and in agreement with USAID rules and regulations and maintain a compliance dashboard for the Ingobyi Activity Project
• Develop and maintain a central electronic repository for Ingobyi Activity and IntraHealth ‘s compliance and code of conduct for compliance policies and procedures. Maintain records of compliance activities, including any complaints or investigations.
• Analyze high-risk and complex issues and provide practical and appropriate advice, including escalating to the appropriate senior levels or forums and recommending methods to proactively manage those risks.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments within and outside of the company as well as evolving best practices in compliance control.

Financial compliance

• Perform audits, internal control reviews, and compliance assessment activities for the Ingobyi Activity and sub-awardees.
• Analyze findings of the internal audits, present these and corrective recommendations to address identified control gaps to the COP and the Ingobyi Activity leadership.

Contracts and grants compliance

• Continually review whether the contracts and grants management activities are in compliance with the key controls contained in IntraHealth’s grant management guidelines and with USAID rules and regulations.

Strategic planning

• Develop compliance organizational strategies and tools by contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction; establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
• Ensure that the organization establishes and maintains an effective, best practices compliance and ethics program, to prevent and detect violations of law and other misconduct, and to promote ethical practices and a commitment to compliance with the law as well as with internal and external policies.
• Work with senior management to broaden understanding of strategic and operational compliance measures relevant to the Ingobyi Activity.

Planning and organizing

• Plan for implementation and maintenance of compliance activities.
• Prepare long-term plans of compliance, including implementing strategies and procedures that prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.

Policy development

• Maintain and update draft compliance policies and provide guidance and answer queries thereof.
• Disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities.
• Develop, update and apply a standard compliance checklist.
• Research and remain abreast of legislative issues, new compliance regulations /major donors’ regulations, and audit methodology.

Technical Support

• Support good corporate governance and risk management including but not limited to anti-bribery and corruption, code of conduct, and conflicts of interest.
• Engage with internal and external auditors on relevant risk and compliance matters and mitigation plans.
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of recommendations from Internal and external audits.
• Serve as a confidential point of contact for employees to communicate with management, seek clarification on issues or dilemmas, or report irregularities.

Reporting and information management

• Produce periodic standard and ad hoc reports.

• Prepare management reports regarding compliance operations and progress.
• Prepare and submit reports to the Ingobyi and the senior management team as well as the Finance and Compliance Departments at Chapel Hill.
• Maintain necessary records and files to assure efficient and consistent reporting of compliance efforts across the project.
• Maintain documentation of compliance activities, such as complaints received or investigation outcomes.

Required qualifications

Education and knowledge

• Master’s degree in Accountancy or Business management or related field
• Certified with relevant professional body; ACCA, CPA, CIA, or compliance certification is an added advantage
• At least 5 years in compliance and risk management establishing and maintaining effective working relationship
• Ability to operate comfortably within a complex cultural and global environment
• Previous work experience with a USAID supported project will be an added advantage
• Ability to review and analyze financial records, financial reports, and statements
• Ability to think both tactically and strategically
• Ability to multi-task effortlessly and manage competing priorities under demanding deadlines
• Possess sound judgment, flexibility, and agility in changing courses and solving problems swiftly

COMPETENCIES:

Managing Performance: Ability to plan and design practices, processes, and procedures that allow for effective management of people, resources, and processes to optimize overall organizational performance. Managing for performance includes the ability to delegate and encourage growth and leadership across the team(s) as part of maximizing performance and productivity.

Strategic Thinking: Applies organizational knowledge to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for IntraHealth while recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational challenges. Ability to develop organization- and industry-specific expertise and apply sound decision-making processes to reach productive resolutions that translates strategy into actionable business plans.

Effective Communication (Oral & Written): Understands effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors

Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for assessing and controlling the organization’s exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Innovation: Develops new, better, or significantly different ideas, methods, solutions, or initiatives within assigned role that result in improvement of IntraHealth’ s performance and meeting objectives, results, and global commitments.

Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for all work activities, research, and personal actions and decisions; follows through on commitments and focuses on those activities that have the greatest impact on meeting measurable high-quality results for IntraHealth’ s success. Exercises ethical practices, respectful words and behaviors, and equitable treatment of others in all activities.

Summary of Benefits

IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package.  We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.

IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.  This is also to include inquiry about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.

Learn more about IntraHealth Careers @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careers

Learn more about “Who We Are” @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/about-us1

 Please apply by April 18, 2021

Click here to read more & apply

1. Security & HSE Officer

MAGERWA Ltd would like to recruit qualified and experienced Security & HSE Officer

  Job Profile

1. Establish and maintain strategies/procedures to mitigate security & safety incidents resulting from the nature of MAGERWA core business towards attaining 0 incidents. Carry out risk assessments and consider how risks could be reduced, such as fire, theft, corruption, accident, incident, and any other type of risk that can affect MAGERWA.
2. Crime Prevention and Investigation: Coordinate investigation with relevant departments and partner authorities for all acts of crime, incidents/accidents, or any losses incurred to determine those responsible parties and for recovery. Personally, conduct door lock checks, CCTV surveillance equipment, etc, to handle investigations.
3. Personnel training and enforcement of policies & procedures: Work with HR to organise training/retraining of HSE matters where necessary for all departments. Ensure that all staff are properly trained in emergency procedures and maintain an ongoing training/retraining program to ensure that all staff are always familiar with procedures. Also enforce policies procedures where staff are found to violate them
4. External representation: Act as Certified Management Representative in all health & safety matters requiring such representation by management. Attend to incidents, events, and meetings that have connotations with law enforcement organs and other HSE, safety regulatory bodies.
5. Reporting: Keep records of inspection findings and produce reports that suggest improvements. Record incidents, accidents, near misses and produce statistics for managers and HQ reports.

Requirements and qualifications

1. At least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
2. Must possess at least 3-years working experience in a similar security & safety capacity or a closely related role in a reputable company/institution
3. Must possess a good knowledge on using security & safety equipment including CCTV, Motion detectors & Firefighting systems
4. Strong sense of workplace safety requirement
5. Ability to work for prolonged hours
6. Well conversant with MS office.
7. Having a certification in safety industry is an added advantage

How to apply: Interested candidates should submit their application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, 3 referees, or recommendations to addressed to CEO of Magerwa Ltd, at the e-mail: hr@magerwa.com not later than 26 /04/2021.

Kigali, 31^st March 2021

KONG KOK CHEE

Chief Executive Officer

2. Software Developer  

MAGERWA Ltd would like to recruit qualified and experienced Software Developer              

1.    About MAGERWA ltd.

Magerwa Ltd is a logistics company in Rwanda, offering storage facilities and equipment rental services. Magerwa also operates as a public bonded warehouse experienced in managing assorted varieties of cargo, Land freight, Air Freight, Transit goods, among others. Besides providing services of its core business, Magerwa as a corporate citizen has always given back to communities in areas where we operate from. We embrace the responsibility of giving back to communities that have equally played a key role in our company growth. Magerwa Ltd is a subsidiary of Portek International.

2.    Targeted candidates 

We are looking for a software developer to join our software development team as it grows. We want someone who is comfortable of asking “why?”. The ideal candidate is a divergent thinker who understands technology best practices and has experience with multiple coding languages.  He or she must be a team player, possessing strong analytical as well as technical skills, capable to communicate the logic behind technical decisions to non-tech stakeholders. He or she must be comfortable working in an agile environment and can “take the wheel” when necessary.

3.    Responsibilities

• Analyze the software requirements: i.e., reviewing the existing processes and existing outcome, Identify the gaps and desired outcome; Document the gaps and means tofill up the gaps.
• Develop projects plans and Manage deliverables according to the plans
• Work closely with user departments for the UI/UX design, and Contribute to the overall architecture of the solution
• Create innovative, scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions to address the operations needs
• Expand existing software to meet the needs of the changing business landscape
• Ensure that developed software adherer to the technical and quality standards
• Support the users and contribute to smooth-running of the information systems

4.    Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business information technology or Software development.
• 3+ years’ software development or programming experience
• High technical proficiency in at least:
• One major web or mobile front-end technology (Angular, React, Vue.js)
• An in-depth understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, and API’s.
• One major back-end language (.Net C#, PHP, Java)
• One major Relation Database Management system (Oracle, SQL Server)
• A thorough understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and data structures
• A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
• Management of hosting environment, including database administration, and scaling an application to support load changes
• A strong understanding of web UI design, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions, and standards
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines.

5.    How to apply:

Willing applicants can send their CVs and application letters addressed to CEO of Magerwa ltd, at the e-mail: hr@magerwa.com not later than 26 /04/2021.

Kigali, 31^st March 2021

KONG KOK CHEE

Chief Executive Officer

3. Heavy Equipment Technicians

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

MAGERWA Ltd would like to recruit qualified and experienced Heavy Equipment Technicians.

Job Profile

• Must know how to perform engine repair / overhauling.
• Must know how to read/interpret fluid circuit drawings
• Must know how to perform a repair of transmission/gearboxes/differentials and other mechanical components.
• Must know how to perform the repair of the injection pumps and injectors.
• Must know how to diagnose / troubleshoot all related problems on engine, hydraulic system, and transmission.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment machines.
• Answer trouble calls of all equipment at any time when required.
• Prepare the job card for daily assignment
• Performs other tasks as required

Requirements and qualifications

• Hold a diploma (A1) from a recognised technical college/IPRC.
• Must possess at least 5 yrs work experience on Heavy Equipment such as Mobile cranes, Reach stackers, Forklifts, and Trucks.
• Should be able to communicate in English.
• Computer skills (Word and Excel)

How to apply: Interested candidates should submit their application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, 3 referees, or recommendations to addressed to the CEO of Magerwa ltd, at the e-mail: hr@magerwa.com not later than 26 /04/2021.

Kigali, 31^st March 2021

KONG KOK CHEE

Chief Executive Officer

Kanda kumwanya wifuza kudepozaho:

1. Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Technical Adviser-RBC at Plan International Rwanda : Deadline:17-04-2021

2. Social and Behavioral Change Communication Specialist at Plan International Rwanda: Deadline: 17-04-2021

3. Material Development & Procurement Specialist at Plan International Rwanda :Deadline: 17-04-2021

4. Disability Inclusive Education Specialist at Plan International Rwanda: Deadline 17-04-2021

5. Finance and Operations Director at Plan International Rwanda : Deadline: 17-04-2021

Career Opportunities: Finance and Operations Director (40196)

Requisition ID 40196 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – Finance

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Position Description

Plan is seeking applicants for a Finance and Operations Director for an anticipated USAID-funded Education program in Rwanda. This program will support the result areas of the LEARN Project under the Homes and Communities Activity, with the purpose of improving literacy outcomes for all Rwandan children by the end of primary grade 3 (P3). The Finance and Operations Director will report to the Chief of Party and is responsible for overseeing project finances and administrative operations in accordance with relevant USAID regulations and in line with Plan’s financial and administrative management policy provisions. The Finance and Operations Director will supervise financial reporting on grant performance and will ensure best use of resources by managing the preparation of sound budgets, monitoring project expenses, and assuring timely preparation of donor financial reports. This position is contingent upon award of the project by the donor.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of financial and administrative management of the project in compliance with donor’s rules and regulations.
• Supervise all financial management to ensure best use of resources through sound budgeting, monitoring of project expenses, and timely preparation of donor financial reports.
• Manage a team of finance and operations staff
• Develop and implement monthly project-wide financial review (project tracker) and analysis, as well as provide timely and reliable financial information for decision-making.
• Maintain strong internal policies, processes, and controls systems in order to provide timely, consistent, and accurate financial and budget management.
• Develop strategic planning, work planning, and budgeting processes.
• Manage logistics and procurement surrounding project processes
• Work closely with Plan International USA home office and Plan Rwanda country office staff on internal and external financial reviews and audits; work closely with project finance/grants/administrative staff and sub-grantees to ensure appropriate implementation of same.
• Prepare financial reports for donors.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in finance or financial management, and/or a professional qualification in accountancy preferred. Bachelor’s degree with significant experience in project finance management may be accepted.
• Significant experience managing programs funded by the U.S. Government, including experience managing finances for USAID-funded projects.

• Extensive experience in financial management and/or project administration.
• In-depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations and other key USG regulations, including USAID 22 CFR Part 226 Administration of Assistance Awards to U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations, 22 CFR Part 145 Grants and Agreements with Non-Profits, OMB Circulars A-122, Cost principles for non-profit organizations, and A-133 Audit of states, local governments, and non-profits.
• Ability to utilize new software and financial management systems.
• Excellent communication, management, and leadership skills.
• Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them.

• Work experience in Rwanda highly preferred
• Proficient English oral and written communication skills are essential

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: TBD

Reports to: Head of Operations

Grade: TBD

Closing Date: 17th April 2021

The position is on the local contract and only people live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. 

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Career Opportunities: Disability Inclusive Education Specialist (40206)

Requisition ID 40206 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – Education

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Position Description

Plan is seeking applicants for an Inclusive Education Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Education program in Rwanda. This program will support the result areas of the LEARN Project under the Homes and Communities Activity, with the purpose of improving literacy outcomes for all Rwandan children by the end of primary grade 3 (P3). The Inclusive Education Specialist will report to the Chief of Party. The Inclusive Education Specialist will serve as a liaison with the National Council of Persons with Disabilities to ensure alignment for interventions serving children with disabilities, provide communities and parents with skills to support children with disabilities, and leverage the inputs of local organizations and school communities. This position is contingent upon award of the project by the donor.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the National Council of Persons with Disabilities and disability advocacy organizations to ensure alignment for interventions serving children with disabilities.
• Increase participation of children with disabilities in home and community reading interventions
• Develop parent, caregiver, and community literacy volunteer knowledge and skills to support children with disabilities
• Identify and build on existing strengths in communities, local systems, and organizations that may be used as leverage points to support children with disabilities’ learning at home and in communities
• Provide assistance to local organizations and school communities to support children with disabilities as they learn to read
• Support awareness-raising and behavior change approaches to facilitate the rights of children with disabilities to access an education

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in International Education, Deaf Education, Special Education, Education, Education Policy and Planning, Educational Administration, International Development or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in the area of disability inclusive development and disability inclusive education for learners with disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation, and replication of approaches and interventions for improving education for learners with disabilities required.
• Work experience in Rwanda highly preferred
• Proficient English oral and written communication skills are essential

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: TBD

Reports to: Head of Program

Grade: TBD

Closing Date: 17th April 2021

The position is on the local contract and only people live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Career Opportunities: Disability Inclusive Education Specialist (40206)

Requisition ID 40206 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – Education

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Position Description

Plan is seeking applicants for an Inclusive Education Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Education program in Rwanda. This program will support the result areas of the LEARN Project under the Homes and Communities Activity, with the purpose of improving literacy outcomes for all Rwandan children by the end of primary grade 3 (P3). The Inclusive Education Specialist will report to the Chief of Party. The Inclusive Education Specialist will serve as a liaison with the National Council of Persons with Disabilities to ensure alignment for interventions serving children with disabilities, provide communities and parents with skills to support children with disabilities, and leverage the inputs of local organizations and school communities. This position is contingent upon award of the project by the donor.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the National Council of Persons with Disabilities and disability advocacy organizations to ensure alignment for interventions serving children with disabilities.
• Increase participation of children with disabilities in home and community reading interventions
• Develop parent, caregiver, and community literacy volunteer knowledge and skills to support children with disabilities
• Identify and build on existing strengths in communities, local systems, and organizations that may be used as leverage points to support children with disabilities’ learning at home and in communities
• Provide assistance to local organizations and school communities to support children with disabilities as they learn to read
• Support awareness-raising and behavior change approaches to facilitate the rights of children with disabilities to access an education

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in International Education, Deaf Education, Special Education, Education, Education Policy and Planning, Educational Administration, International Development or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in the area of disability inclusive development and disability inclusive education for learners with disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation, and replication of approaches and interventions for improving education for learners with disabilities required.
• Work experience in Rwanda highly preferred
• Proficient English oral and written communication skills are essential

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: TBD

Reports to: Head of Program

Grade: TBD

Closing Date: 17th April 2021

The position is on the local contract and only people live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Career Opportunities: Material Development & Procurement Specialist (40203)

Requisition ID 40203 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – ECCD

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Position Description

Plan is seeking applicants for a Material Development & Procurement Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Education program in Rwanda. This program will support the result areas of the LEARN Project under the Homes and Communities Activity, with the purpose of improving literacy outcomes for all Rwandan children by the end of primary grade 3 (P3). The Materials Development & Procurement Specialist will be responsible for the development of reading materials, ensuring that children’s access to high quality educational content and materials at home is increased. The activity will also work with the Kigali Public Library, which oversees the 60 community libraries in Rwanda, Rwanda Children’s Book Organization, Reading Ready program (piloted by Save the Children and funded by the World Bank), Digital platforms for reading materials such as Nabu, and eKitabu for accessible reading materials. S/he will also be responsible for overseeing the distribution of these materials, both in print and digital formats to ensure they reach all children and communities participating in the program.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the key partners, including Kigali Public Library and its 60 community libraries across Rwanda;
• Assess availability of existing reading materials developed through other programs (E.g. Rwanda Children’s Book Organization) and lead needs’ assessment in communities;
• Oversee procurement and distribution process of early grade reading materials in target communities;
• Ensure that all reading materials align with government requirements and build on existing curriculum as recommended by the Ministry of Education and implemented through USAID’s Schools and Systems Activity;
• Ensure availability of materials available in innovative digital formats to support distance-learning where possible; and
• Collaborate with the other projects to ensure linkages and shared approaches and materials.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree in education or related pedagogically oriented field preferred;
• Experience in materials’ development and/or procurement, especially early grade reading materials, such as levelled readers, literacy games, etc.
• At least four (4) years of experience in work specifically to improve education programming directed to rural, ethno-linguistic underserved populations;
• At least six (6) years of general work experience;
• Prior experience with supporting family/community engagement of education outcomes;
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken and English;
• Demonstrated knowledge of cultural barriers to education and to reading in Rwanda;
• Demonstrated experience on other international development projects strongly preferred; and
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: TBD

Reports to: Head of Programs

Grade: TBD

Closing Date: 17th April 2021 

The position is on the local contract and only people live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Career Opportunities: Social and Behavioral Change Communication Specialist (40204)

Requisition ID 40204 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – Programme Management

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Position Description

Plan is seeking applicants for a Social and Behavioral Change Communications (SBCCC) Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Education program in Rwanda. This program will support the result areas of the LEARN Project under the Homes and Communities Activity, with the purpose of improving literacy outcomes for all Rwandan children by the end of primary grade 3 (P3). The SBCC Specialist will be responsible for developing and disseminating social mobilization guidelines, fund mobilization guidelines, behavior change communication guidelines, and key advocacy messages.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, analysis, and repetition of a knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) survey to be conducted as a baseline to inform the project SBCC strategy.
• Provide guidance and support in crafting and testing simple, easily understood behavior change messages that clearly and persuasively present evidence about the benefits of reading and other themes collected from the KAP survey.
• Develop comprehensive tools, campaign materials, and interventions, using evidence-based theories and methodologies, in close collaboration with the project leadership;
• Oversee the program and technical aspects of the procurement process in developing requests for proposals, soliciting, selecting, and overseeing vendors providing SBCC services and products;
• Manage the creative research work of any SBCC firm, advertising agencies, public relations experts, production vendors, and/or consultants hired by the project to assist with SBCC or community-level work. This includes providing technical orientation to local NGOs to implement quality and successful SBCC work;
• Provide technical support to the project’s SBCC and community level activities.
• Liaise and coordinate with the relevant agencies of the Ministry of Education and assigned counterparts to ensure coordination of communications, strategy, NGO subcontracts, and school community small grants with MOE priorities;
• Identify risks, challenges, and new opportunities in project implementation and management, and propose adaptations and action working closely with project leadership and Plan management teams in Rwanda and USA;
• Support the development of annual work plans and contribute to development of performance monitoring plans;

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant degree including the fields of behavior change, communications, marketing, international development, or a related field; Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Experience SBCC experience in senior technical roles of USAID-funded grants and/or contracts strongly preferred;
• At least 5 years of experience in designing, planning, and implementing SBCC efforts and/or community level activities, including communication campaigns and trainings.
• Experience with Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) methodology, measurement, and knowledge of USAID communications and branding policies and procedures
• Computer skills and mastery of Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel
• Demonstrated knowledge of cultural barriers to education and to reading in Rwanda;
• Demonstrated experience on other international development projects strongly preferred; and
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Location: TBD

Reports to: Head of Programs 

Grade: TBD

Closing Date: 17th April 2021

This position is on the local contract and only people live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Career Opportunities: Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Technical Adviser-RBC (40207)

Requisition ID 40207 – Posted 08/04/2021 – Country (1) – SRHR

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

ROLE PROFILE

ROLE PURPOSE

Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organization working for a better life for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Our global strategy has a specific focus on girls, as they are often the most marginalized and most often left behind. We have committed ourselves to the ambitious target of reaching 100 million girls over 5 years, to ensure they can learn, lead, decide and thrive. This is our contribution to reaching the sustainable development goals, and the goals on gender equality.

Our organization is transforming itself to meet this enormous challenge everywhere we work. We need bold, forward-thinking, and innovative individuals to lead our country operations, driving change and delivering results that will allow us to reach our target of 100 million girls.

The position holder will provide technical and programmatic assistance in the area of ASRH and act as an integral part of Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC)/ Maternal Child and Community Health (MCCH) Division team. She/he will technically contribute in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation as well as coordination of ASRH interventions at central and decentralized levels.

management scope, reporting lines, key relationships

Reports to: The MCCH Division Manager with a dotted line reporting to SRHR advisor at Plan International Rwanda

Direct reports: N/A

Key relationships

Internal:  

• SRHR advisor and the management team at Plan International Rwanda

External:

•  MCCH Reproductive Health team members/RBC
• ASRH partners
• Plan International Rwanda implementing partners

Level of contact with children

• Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children

Physical Environment

• The position is the typical office environment

Accountabilities and MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

Planning and integration of ASRH

• Work closely with RBC/MCCH team to plan, implement, and scale-up strategies for high-impact interventions related to ASRH at the facility level.
• Plan and implement capacity-building activities among health care providers, schools, and at the community level in adolescent (youth) friendly service provision in collaboration with districts and partner organizations.
• Monitor progress of implementation of work plan activities related to ASRH and ensure that activities are executed according to plan and any issues are discussed with supervisor in a timely manner.
• Work collaboratively with Plan International team members and other MOH/ RBC staff to ensure good coordination and efficient programming and management of the ASRH program.

Coordination and leadership

• Provide technical oversight, strategic direction and ensure appropriate support for the implementation of ASRH program activities;
• Lead strategies to effectively engage adolescent boys and girls as well as local government, health care providers, civil society, religious leaders, to foster community-wide commitments and actions to foster young people healthy behaviours;
• Build capacity in adolescent-focused analyses (e.g. government and partners) and conduct field-based analyses to ensure local specificities are considered in all adolescent health interventions;
• Identify appropriate facility and community-based strategies to address ASRH service delivery gaps;
• Develop service delivery strategies in coordination with local social behaviour change (SBC) partner for accessing hard-to-reach populations with ASRH services, including the use of SBC and community outreach activities to increase awareness and demand for services;
• Coordinate assessments, advocacy, demand creation, policy support, capacity-strengthening, and M&E related interventions.
• Coordinate the formulation of approaches for scale-up of ASRH services to the Rwandan population by working with a wide range of technical experts to provide holistic needs, or segments of youth (in school or out-of-school), etc. In accordance with Reproductive Maternal Newborn Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) policy and FP/ASRH Strategic plan;
• Work with health care providers, local authorities, community members, and program team members to identify and address service delivery gaps that impede access to ASRH services.
• Coordinate the development of ASRH tools and contribute to the development of technical reports and publications related to ASRH.

 Management

• Maintain excellent relationships with MOH, RBC team, and other Ministry of Health partners.
• Provide technical support during program monitoring and development of annual work plans;
• Provide reports to supervisors and update all technical staff on successes, challenges, and lessons learned in the implementation of ASRH activities
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Leadership and BUSINESS management COMPETENCIES

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Set high standards for self-behavior, inside and outside work. Championing our values and commitment to rights, gender equality, and safeguarding. Supporting the health, well-being, and both physical and psychological safety of our staff, including their safety to speak out.
• Hold self to account for what we have agreed, dealing with a poor performance quickly, firmly, and constructively.
• Create a positive team spirit, helping people work well together, to reflect and continuously improve the efficiency and quality of what we do.
• Collaborate with team members, colleagues, and partners in finding creative solutions to problems by sharing information, experience, and ideas and actively seeking their input.
• Accept change and support others in adjusting to it, helping them understand.
• Motivating and developing others by taking an interest, giving constructive feedback and praise, ensuring they are properly trained, and helping them develop their potential.
• Positive about change and supporting others in adjusting to it, helping them understand.

TECHINICAL COMPETENCIES

• Understands key programme and influence principles: Understands the rationale for and practical implications of being rights-based, gender transformative, participatory, working in partnership; evidence-based, and working to strengthen civil society.
• Understands fundamental issues and root causes: Understands the development and needs of our Primary Impact Groups from birth to adulthood, the root causes of the issues affecting them, and the key actors most relevant to their interests and therefore to our work
• Understands a range of strategies and approaches: Understands approaches to programme/project logic, trends in own and related fields of work, and a range of effective strategies, approaches, and practices.
• Analyses issues and evidence in context – Builds the evidence base by analysing issues in their context, using appropriate methods and relevant data sources.
• Shapes strategy, policy, standards, and plans clearly aligned with relevant priorities and stakeholder interests and based on rigorous internal and external evidence
• Designs effective programmes and projects with clear and measurable objectives contributing to overall outcomes, appropriately resourced, mainstreaming gender and inclusion and participatory approaches, and engaging with and influencing relevant actors and stakeholders.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

• Understand relevant sectoral context including how the sector operates in terms of funding and governance and awareness of Plan’s purpose, values, and global strategy
• Manage legal and reputational risk including risk assessment, communication, risk management, and reporting in full compliance with risk-related standards, including in areas such as Child and Youth Safeguarding and Protection, Gender equality and inclusion, Counter Fraud, Safety, and Security
• Manage activities and resources including skills in strategic thinking, planning and organising, financial planning and monitoring, negotiation and programme, and project management.

Technical expertise, skills, and knowledge

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications/ experience essential:

• A Bachelor’s degree in nursing, midwifery, public health, or other clinical or related disciplines with nursing or social sciences background is required.
• At least 3 – 5 years experience implementing and/or supporting reproductive health programs
• Proven experience working with and for adolescents and young people, and track record of successful implementation of similar programs in Rwanda.
• Experience to mentor health providers using competency-based approaches; experience of training health workers on clinical aspects related to ASRH, peer education, etc.
• Ability to work with senior MOH officials, executives of NGOs, FBOs, CBOs, the for-profit business community, and senior members of the donor community on ASRH/FP matters.
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of the Rwandan healthcare system
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop technical capacity in national programs and technical staff in ASRH

Qualifications/ experience desirable:

• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Languages required

• Strong oral and written communication and presentations skills in English and Kinyarwanda.  The knowledge of French language is an added value.
• Strong skills in word processing, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint Presentation.
• Ability to travel nationally (frequently)

Plan International’s Values in Practice

We are open and accountable

We create a climate of trust inside and outside the organization by being open, honest, and transparent. We hold ourselves and others to account for the decisions we make and for our impact on others, while doing what we say we will do.

We strive for a lasting impact

We strive to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. We challenge ourselves to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused, and innovative.

We work well together

We succeed by working effectively with others, inside and outside the organization, including our sponsors and donors. We actively support our colleagues, helping them to achieve their goals. We come together to create and implement solutions in our teams, across Plan International, with children, girls, young people, communities, and our partners.

We are inclusive and empowering

We respect all people, appreciate differences, and challenge inequality in our programs and our workplace. We support children, girls, and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential.

Location: RBC Office-Kigali, Rwanda

Reports to: The Maternal Child and Community Health Division Manager and SRHR Advisor at Plan International

Grade: TBD 

Closing Date:  17th April 2021

The position is on the local contract and only people who live and permitted to work in Rwanda are allowed to apply.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organizational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme, we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Job Identification

100075

Job Category

Program Delivery

Locations

Abt Associates, Kigali, RW

Posting Date

04/09/2021,

Job Schedule

Full time

Deadline for Application submission:04/23/2021

Job Description

Under supervision of the VectorLink Rwanda Project Operations Manager, the District Coordinator will focus on programmatic and management oversight for all aspects of the project’s spray operations in Kirehe District, including spray campaign planning, technical assistance and training, logistical and operational support and supervision, and activity tracking and reporting.  S/he will coordinate closely with District government counterparts and oversee the activities of project field staff and seasonal spray teams. S/he will be initially posted to Kirehe District, but the position is transferable to any other locations/districts where Abt Associates operates in Rwanda.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Manage robust IRS campaign planning efforts in assigned geographical area, including quantification of insecticides and equipment needs; identification and recruitment of spray teams; logistical planning for IRS distribution and transportation; insecticide and equipment storage, security, and environmental safety; and coordination with provincial level Ministry of Health counterparts.
• Work in collaboration with the malaria and IRS focal point persons at the District office/hospital to manage the planning and coordination of IRS activities.
• Key liaison between Abt/VL Rwanda, District, RBC/MOPDD, and other partners in the assigned geographic area
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of spray teams and IRS spray operators.
• Supervise and track inventory distribution and storage of materials, work with the logistics and procurement team to support procurement of IRS materials.
• Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at the district level
• Supervise IRS implementation, and contribute to the training conducted in the assigned geographical area.Ensure that routine program tracking and reporting are in place and delivered on time.
• Supervise and monitor field data collection with the project M&E team.
• Manage the community mobilization and SBCC/IEC campaigns and data collection process.
• Ensure that all risk prevention and environmental compliance measures are fully implemented and work closely with the project environmental compliance staff and district officers to address relevant issues.
• Facilitate communication between the districts in the assigned geographic area and the project office.
• Represents the VectorLink Rwanda project at meetings with the community leaders and local authorities.
• Prepare weekly and other activity reports as directed by the project Operations Manager.
• The position requires frequent travel to field sites to support and oversee district and community-level operations and activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience, with significant amounts of experience directly in Vector Control and IRS Operations.
• Good communication skills including spoken and written English, knowledge of Kinyarwanda is compulsory.
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours.
• Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of insecticide use and management is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team and as a team leader, with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members.
• Strong management and planning skills of project tasks and budgets.
• Demonstrates leadership and teamwork and produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner, and has excellent writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communications, and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, computer software programs, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with USAID funded programs and/or other international development experience.
• English language fluency

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

To apply use the link below: District Coordinator – VectorLink Rwanda