JOB OPPORTUNITIES

 BACKGROUND

Good Neighbors International (GNI) is an international humanitarian and developmental organization in General Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC operating in 40 countries around the world.  GNI in Rwanda is legally registered and has endeavored to improve child sponsorship and protection, health, education, WASH, agriculture & livelihood, humanitarian assistance, advocacy, and social economy in 6 districts (Gasabo, Kamonyi, Gisagara , Nyamagabe, Nyaruguru and Karongi) since 1994:.

Good Neighbors International-Rwanda would like to recruit different staff with the following position:

The interested candidates must submit directly their application letter addressed to Country Director; recent and detailed curriculum vitae written within 2 pages in English; relevant certificates; Diploma required; a photocopy of the National Identity Card at Good Neighbors International, Head Office (Kigali); located at Kimihurura, opposite to Lemigo Hotel (FAIRVIEW building_3rd floor, right wing) by May 03rd, 2021 before 3pm.

Or you can send those documents to: rwanda@goodneighbors.org and cc rwanda.hr@goodneighbors.org not later than May 03^rd, 2021 before 3pm.

*The Relevant experience will only be considered if the certificate is presented at submission.

 VACANCY NOTICE

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) and the direct supervision of the Migration Health Officer the successful candidate will assist in the management of drugs, vaccines, medical supplies, and equipment being used in IOM in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Kigali, Rwanda.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Store Drugs and medical supplies and equipment in the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Kigali store as per good storage practices and laid down SOPs. Assist in the coordination of the proper maintenance of medical equipment used by Migration health physicians and nurses and replenishing their medical supplies as needed.
2. Assist in proper storage of Vaccines in the Fridges and Cold Room with strict maintenance of cold Chain as per laid down Standard Procedures.
3. Properly pack and label said items prior to distribution and shipment to various MHD Units in Kigali and the region, with emphasis on strict maintenance of cold chain for vaccines and other cold storage items and making arrangements for their collection from MHAC central store and shipment to these locations.
4. Assist in stock control and Inventory management by maintaining hard copy records in the form of Stock movement sheets or bin cards, and a prescription file, and posting all transactions into the Pharmacy Web based stock management database and generating reports periodically when required.
5. Assist in dispensing prescriptions and providing information and advice concerning side effects, dosage, and proper storage of drugs to migrants and staff. Organizing for out-of-stock prescription items to be dispensed at Coptic Hospital Pharmacy and issuance to the migrants.
6. Prepare previously approved orders for drugs, vaccines and medical supplies and equipment using Standard Purchase Requisition forms (PRF) and liaise with the MHD procurement focal point in Program Support Unit and coordinate with Common Services (COS) Department to ensure that items are ordered as per required specifications. Receiving and inspecting deliveries of drugs, medical supplies/equipment and vaccines and forwarding the certified delivery notes to COS-Procurement unit for payment.
7. Under the supervision of the CMHO and Chief Nurse, assist in preparing the required paperwork and documents for purchase, export to outside Rwanda and import into Rwanda for vaccines, drugs, and medical supplies.
8. Assist in coordinating with local/national health authorities, physicians, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and laboratories as needed, for staff training etc
9. Packing Medical escort bags/Kits as per medical conditions of cases being escorted using provided medical escort kits’ contents lists. Replenish and check the contents especially the expiry dates of drugs and medical supplies and condition of medical equipment of the medical escort kits before and after use by medical escorts.
10. Liaise with MHD admin assist to dispose expired drugs and keep certificate for disposal in pharmacy records.
11. Perform such other related duties that may be assigned from to time.

Required Qualifications and Experience

   Education

• Diploma in Pharmacy with at least five years of relevant working experience or,
• University Degree in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Technology with at least three years of relevant working experience.

Experience

• Additional training experience in purchase, import, export and distribution of drugs, medical supplies/equipment and vaccines will also be an added advantage.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. Ability and willingness to work in difficult areas/situations.
• Teamwork orientated, capacity to work independently, sensitive to gender issues, personal commitment, efficient and flexible;
• Good interpersonal relationship and ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Good typing, writing, communication and negotiation skills;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Languages

Fluency English and Kinyarwanda is required, French and Swahili is an added advantage.

Required Competencies

Values

All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies- behavioural indicators level 1

• Teamwork: Coordinates own work with that of the team to meet agreed priorities and deadlines.
• Delivering results: Produces quality results and provides quality services to clients.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the experiences of others.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments to others and to the Organization.
• Communication: Adapts communication to the recipient’s needs, asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to iomrwandarecruitment@iom.int by 06 May 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

The subject of your e-mail MUST indicate the reference code, the Position title as well as candidate’s names

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a completed Personnel History Form (please download and fill it) and an application letter (not more than one page)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 23.04.2021 to 06.05.2021

Attachment: Personal History Form (PHF)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Saemaul Globalization Foundation (SGF) was officially launched to succeed the Gyeongsangbuk-do’s trajectory of globalizing Saemaul Undong of South Korea. It introduced a new model of rural development, based on a comprehensive development plan for the local community with focus on the reform of the villagers’ mindset, enhancement of self-reliance and laying solid foundation for sustainable development.

Saemaul Globalization Foundation (SGF) Rwanda Office seeks to hire a highly qualified, committed and experienced staff for the position of Agricultural Field officer in Kamonyi district.

Position: Agricultural Field officer

Number of positions: 1 position

Duration of contract: 8months renewable based on performance

Application closing date: 30/04/2021 17:00pm

Location of Assignment: Kamonyi district

Purpose of the Position: To implement project activities as required by the Saemaul Globalization Foundation Rwanda Office (SGF) within Kamonyi District

1.    Major Accountabilities/ Responsibilities: 

• Ensure implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders (KOUBITE and COAMALEKA farmers, District, Ministry of Agriculture)
• Ensure the appropriate selection of target population to participate in the program.
• Visit target communities on a regular basis to discuss with farmers their problems and experiences and learn about communities and agricultural practices relevant to the increased production of food for target communities.
• Ensure the design of appropriate training methods and materials for use in local community development work and informal education activities.
• Ensure the timely production of regular and timely progress reports regarding projects.
• Participate in planning sessions and in the development of program strategies .
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the country director.
• Take responsibility for effective management of the projects’ field activities.
• Prepare field visits for visitors and networking events.
• To facilitate the formation of aggregation and marketing organizations, and support the development of business management competency for market orientation of producers, input providers and marketers.
• Provide technical assistance for the design of the project’s monitoring and evaluation strategy. Support in developing M&E system to measure profitability and relevant business indicators of targeted farmers.
• To chair the weekly project management meetings and ensure adherence to work plans of all personnel.
• Develop project work plans and ensure timely implementation of the project activities in line with work plans and activity schedules.
• Monitor, identify and advice on challenges and risks facing the implementation of the project.
• Contribute to dissemination of good practice and lessons from the organization’s work and promote experience sharing and learning in the organization and among partners.
• Team management

2. Required skills and Experience

• A bachelors’ degree in Agriculture, agribusiness management or Agronomy, crop production and related field is required
• 3-5years experience in agriculture and rural development sector required
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of agricultural
• Demonstrated ability in the design and effective use of training materials.
• Knowledge on agronomy and other agricultural related programmes.
• Knowledge in agricultural program design and implementation.
• Knowledge of agronomic principles and practices, including crops(Maize and vegetables), soils and nutrients.
• Experience in the practices, principles and operations associated with modern production agriculture and irrigation.
• Proven experience delivering agriculture focused programme to improve livelihood and reduce poverty of smallholder farmers in Rwanda
• Knowledge of the agriculture sector in Rwanda and its regulation and stakeholders
• High level of computer literacy (Microsoft Office packages including MS Word, Ms Excel, Power point and internet)
• Excellent planning and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to respect and relate to people of different ethics and culture.
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely, cost effective way
• Ability to achieve pre-defined results and outcomes using ethical, best practice methods
• Strong analytical ability, able to evaluate and to appraise critically quantitative and qualitative information
• Ability to work calmly under pressure to deliver as part of a team
• Fluent in Local languages and English.
• The position will require to live in Kamonyi district
• Prepares notes of meetings, highlighting key issues for Mission management.

HOW TO APPLY?

• Send your CV, copy of Bachelor’s degree Certificate and Cover Letter to murenzi2050@gmail.com by Friday, April 30^th, 2021 17h00 at the latest.
• Due to the high number of applications received, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Done at Kigali on 23^rd April 2021

KIM Dahuin

Country Director of Saemaul Globalization Foundation

On behalf of our client, HRMS Ltd is recruiting a Logistics Officer. Below are the details for the role

LOGISTICS OFFICER

 Key Responsibilities

 Contract Management and Made Tea Prices

• Accurate computation of weekly made tea (MT) offer prices, circulation by end of day Wednesday, separation of EXW (Ex-Works) and FOB (Free on Board) offers and timely response to the customers’ confirmations.
• Prepares and shares status of allocated contracts with the Marketing, Finance and Factory teams.
• Timely preparation and circulation of clients’ contracts, invoices and shipping instruction.
• Weekly allocation and distribution of MT offers to the Mombasa auction and in Integrated Tea Trading System (ITTS system).

 Shipping and Logistics

• Liaise with the respective factories, Government agencies/departments, warehouse, shipping agents and collate all the requisite documents for shipments as required by the clients.
• Liaise with the factory teams and ensure Tea samples are dispatched in a timely manner with complete details shared with customer. Develop and manage a weekly tracker of samples approval status.
• Monthly MT price calculation for forward contracts and circulation within 2 days after the last auction of the month.
• Verifies shipping documents from the shipping agents in liaison with the clients for onward dispatch to the customers of the final documents.
• Tracks and follows through all shipments ensuring target vessel is adhered to and documentation is complete and accurate.
• Prepares weekly shipping updates and circulates to each customer.
• Responsible for the establishment and management of Key Performance Indicators for 3rd Party logistics service providers and reviews during improvement meetings.
• Responsible for the implementation of the Service Level Agreements for 3rd service providers.

 Client/Customer Service

• Interprets customer service performance measures and takes necessary actions for example customer case fill on time.
• Establishes accountabilities and action plans for reducing customer service losses.
• Follow up clients for settlement of their invoices within the agreed contract terms.

 Reporting and Record Keeping

• Maintain a weekly/monthly MT sales and debtors listing.
• Prepare monthly tea sales report for distribution to the factories.
• Prepare monthly MT production reconciliation.
• Maintain a weekly MT stocks listing indicating free stocks, stocks allocated to Mombasa auction and stocks allocated to direct buyers.

 Coordination

• Liaise with the factory teams and third-party MT transporters to ensure smooth and regular transport of teas from the factory to the assigned warehouses and/port and review weekly transport reports.
• Liaise with the respective warehouse teams for details on arrival, storage, release and weekly warehouse MT stocks reports.
• Liaison with the Mombasa auction tea brokers for tea samples to/from them and the factories.

Key Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Management or any other relevant field.
• At least 2 – 3 years relevant experience in a supply chain or logistics role.
• A supply chain or logistics related certification will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of logistics related documentation process.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision.
• Must be results oriented with good attention to detail.
• Good organisation and planning to handle multiple tasks and adhere to set timelines.
• Good written and oral proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda with the ability to communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Good customer care/supplier relationship management skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Office packages.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their application letter and CV with 3 professional references by using the” Apply for this job” button not later than Friday 7th May 2021.

TERMS OF REFERENCES FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF CORPORATE SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER

Kigali, Friday, April 23, 2021

JOB VACANCY

1. BACKGROUND

Prime Life Insurance Limited is an insurance company, established in 1995 by Rwandan investors, a licensed life insurance company authorized by the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR). The Company is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, self- motivated and experienced person to fill the following post:

2. Corporate Sales and Marketing Manager

Under the supervision of Commercial Director, the Corporate Sales and Marketing Manager shall be responsible for recruitment of new agents, coach them and supervise all agents’ activities, sales negotiations from prospect to close of sales.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform recruitment, training and mentorship of sales agents;
• Identify new prospects;
• Negotiate and carry out new partnerships;
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of sales agents;
• Set up strategies enhancing sales as well as retaining sales agents;
• Participate actively in products development;
• Develop and enforce Prime Life Insurance marketing plan;
• Set up strategies to achieve corporate sales targets and provide detailed and realistic sales forecasts;
• Be the focal point for corporate clients for daily management;
• Be the point of contact with corporate customers for day-to-day management;
• Develop and implement public relations – PR and Communication strategies in support of company strategy.

4. JOB SPECIFICATION

Qualification

• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Management sciences, Journalism or any related field
• 5 years of experience progressively responsible in sales, especially in Insurance.
• Holding Professional certificate in Insurance is an added value
• Mastering both French and English
• Mastering IT tools
• Being Rwandan by nationality
• Age maximum 45

5.  APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Only Qualified Candidates should submit their application letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) with proven work Experience, Copy of academic documents, and a copy of National Identification to Prime Life Insurance Ltd mail: hrmlife@prime.rw

The deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday, April 28^th 2021 (5:00PM, Kigali time).

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of PRIME LIFE INSURANCE Ltd.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Signed by:

Chief Executive Officer

1. Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Gardens for Health International

Employment Opportunity: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager

About Gardens for Health International:

To tackle the root causes of malnutrition, we equip families with seeds, skills, and knowledge to create vegetable gardens, prepare balanced meals, and keep children healthy. For over a decade, Gardens for Health International has been working hand-in-hand with local communities to end chronic malnutrition. Our innovative curriculum on agriculture, nutrition and health topics was designed in partnership with local mothers, our trainings are led by talented educators who come directly from the communities they serve, and our dedicated staff is over 90% Rwandan.

We believe in changing systems, not treating symptoms. Integrating agriculture and nutrition into the health system is the only sustainable solution to effectively treat and prevent malnutrition. We work in close partnership with the Government of Rwanda by teaming up with community health workers, delivering trainings at local health clinics, and advising policy.

Overview:

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager will oversee the Monitoring and Evaluation Department’s work. She/he will also support the deliberate focus on strong data-driven decision making at Gardens for Health. The MEL Manager will support M&E team operations, build the technical capacity of the M&E team, and ensure that data is utilized to both support and improve program activities. The position is based in Ndera, Rwanda with travel to Gardens for Health’s operations districts, Gasabo, Musanze, Burera, Karongi, Rutsiro, Nyamagabe, Nyaruguru and Kayonza.

GHI seeks to hire qualified, committed and experienced National to fill the following position:

Position:                     MEL Manager

Place of Work:           Kigali with travel to the field as required

Reports to:                 Executive Director

Time frame:               Open Ended

Tentative start date:   1^st of June 2021

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Facilitate the timely completion of team deliverables (i.e. reports) by leading planning and drafting timelines.
• Support program activities by assisting with data-driven decisions.
• Lead the regular analysis of data and generation of reports on programmatic impact
• Oversee the management of CommCare mobile data collection system.
• Increase operational efficiency of data collection and data quality, including expanding the use of and increasing the capacity of the CommCare mobile data collection system.
• Communicate results to other teams and participate in strategic thinking around program successes, failures and opportunities
• Design and lead a mechanism of learning and using data to support program improvement and changes
• Lead the M&E framework development & execution for solicited grants
• Communicate impact of program to external partners (e.g. donors, partner health centers, and government officials) through the development of reports and web content
• Design and lead qualitative research initiatives to learn from and improve GHI programming; develop staff capacity around qualitative research as needed.
• Develop, strengthen, and utilize M&E planning tools including theories of change, monitoring plans, and indicator guides.
• Respond to other ad hoc requests for data from senior leadership, donors, and other parties.
• Supports the Program management team in developing/managing/leading any internal or external evaluations of the effectiveness of GHI’s programs and in identifying and leading research opportunities, including publishing papers on GHI’s work.
• Develop and update knowledge management products, including team manual, guides for routine data management, analysis, and reporting processes

Broader role at GHI

• Contribute to Organization’s Theory of change review and implementation
• Support the positioning of the organization’s M&E Framework to be adaptive, relevant and driver for program growth and change

Qualifications:

• University degree (Master’s degree is an added value) in Statistics, Public health, Demography, Social Sciences, or related field.

• 3-5+ years of experience working in evaluation and research in NGO or research setting;

• Relevant experience working in planning, monitoring, evaluation and accountability in development or humanitarian interventions.
• Proven experience using one or more of these statistical software: SPSS, Stata, or R
• Advanced knowledge and experience with data visualization tools with preference given to Tableau or similar tools.
• Experience in data management, use of data management electronic devices such as Tablets or Personal Data Assistants (PDAs)
• Experience with comcare is highly desirable
• Ability to formulate Information Management-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures into simple language to communicate to others.
• Proven experience in a technical capacity involving conducting evaluations/research;
• Proven experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis;
• Ability to support or lead under guidance and drive the organization towards more action-research by using participation and listening to beneficiaries as one of the main mechanisms for programme implementation;
• Strong capacity and creativity in leading and facilitating participatory methodologies to meaningfully engage beneficiaries and receiving their feedback.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Kinyarwanda.
• Passion for Gardens for Health’s vision and values, with a commitment to serving the organization mission

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send an application letter plus updated Curriculum Vitae in English, including 3 names of professional referees to careers@gardensforhealth.org.The deadline for receiving applications is 2^nd May 2021. Please mention MEL Manager as subject of your mail.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Attachment: Job Description_MEL Manager

2. Re-advertised-Communications Associate

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

 Gardens for Health International

 Employment Opportunity: Communications Associate

About Gardens for Health International:

To tackle the root causes of malnutrition, we equip families with seeds, skills, and knowledge to create vegetable gardens, prepare balanced meals, and keep children healthy. For over a decade, Gardens for Health International has been working hand-in-hand with local communities to end chronic malnutrition. Our innovative curriculum on agriculture, nutrition and health topics was designed in partnership with local mothers, our trainings are led by talented educators who come directly from the communities they serve, and our dedicated staff is over 90% Rwandan.

We believe in changing systems, not treating symptoms. Integrating agriculture and nutrition into the health system is the only sustainable solution to effectively treat and prevent malnutrition. We work in close partnership with the Government of Rwanda by teaming up with community health workers, delivering trainings at local health clinics, and advising policy.

Overview:

The Communications Associate is responsible for producing engaging written and visual content for Gardens for Health International external audience to contribute to Gardens for Health’s development activities. They will design strategies to attract new supporters and inform existing ones about our work and translate that influence into fundraising across diverse media outlets. The Communications Associate will support the Development and Communications Manager and US Operations Manager in cultivating and maintaining relationships with new donors and foundations through compelling storytelling of the organization’s programming. This is a position for a creative individual with strong writing, photography, and videography skills and an ability to craft engaging stories for diverse audiences.

The Communications Associate will serve as a key member of the Development and Communications Team under the direct supervision of the Development and Communications Manager who is also based in Kigali, Rwanda and alongside the US Operations Manager who is based in the US.

GHI seeks to hire qualified, committed and experienced National to fill the following position:

Position:             Communications Associate

Place of Work:   Kigali with travel to the field as required

Reports to:        Communications and Development Manager

Time frame:      Open Ended

Tentative start date:   1^st of June 2021

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

•  Conducting field visits and interviews with field staff and program participants to produce visual and written material to support our online and print media presence
• Producing storytelling content that is locally empowering to the people we serve and engaging to our global network of supporters
• Maintaining our online social media presence across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
• Producing fundraising and marketing materials (e.g. program one pager, donor appeal, annual report) using graphic design to attract new donors and engage existing ones
• Writing and designing monthly newsletters, emails to donors, and blog posts

• Leading the production of promotional videos for an external audience to showcase the organization’s work
• Updating the Gardens for Health’s website to ensure it accurately reflects the organization’s program and work

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or Marketing and Media Production or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of working experience
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Exceptional writing skills
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention-to-detail
• Experience in photography with a preferred knowledge of Adobe Light room
• Preferred skills in videography
• Preferred skills in graphic design with a preferred knowledge in Adobe InDesign
• Preferred skills in website design including experience in Square space
• Passion for Gardens for Health’s vision and values, with a commitment to serving the organization mission

Interested candidates should send an application letter plus updated Curriculum Vitae in English, including 3 names of professional referees to careers@gardensforhealth.org . All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the deadline for receiving applications is 20^th May 2021. Please mention Communications Associate as subject of your mail.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Attachment:Job Description_Communications Associate.(May)docx

1. Field Officer – Family Strengthening Programme

  VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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(Job Ref: SOS CV RWANDA ………………..) 

Position Title:                        Field Officer – Family Strengthening Programme

Vacant positions:                  1 person

Type of contract:                   One-year renewable based on appraisal performance

Working location:                 Gikongoro/Nyamagabe

Supervisor:                            Family Strengthening Programme Coordinator

Nationality:                            Rwandese

Deadline:                                April 30^th,  2021

Context of the position:

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent, non-governmental social development & child-focused organization. The Organization supports vulnerable children and young people in four locations of Kigali, Gicumbi, Kayonza and Nyamagabe. SOS Rwanda implements a Family Strengthening programme in all locations to prevent family separation and contributes to Gatekeeping measures. SOS CV Rwanda seeks to recruit a highly skilled and motivated Field officer for one of its programme locations running in Gikongoro, Nyamagabe District.

 Job summary:

The Field Officer will be required to perform assigned tasks in the framework of strengthening the capacity of families supported by the programme as well children admitted in the programme and in line with SOS CV International policies. He/She will provide assistance to the Programme Coordinator in all aspects of project planning, implementation, evaluation including budgeting and collaboration with project stakeholders.

The position holder will therefore be responsible for the following tasks:

1. a) Conduct comprehensive assessment of children and families in strong cooperation with the multidisciplinary team using different resources and social work techniques/methods to identify family needs and strengths and define the required services.
   b)  Prepare family development plans, with the strong participation of caregivers, children and the multidisciplinary team.
   c) Keep regular contacts with child and family during the implementation of family development plan through phone calls, home visits and meetings in programme premises.
   d) Document appropriately all activities conducted during the case management stages in the child/family case file by applying methods and tools for gathering information, as well as forms/templates, based on the requirements of national legislation and/or regional guidelines.
   e) Reassess periodically the child/family needs and progress in meeting the objectives defined in Family Development Plan and make decisions on the case closure, in cooperation with family members and the multidisciplinary team.
   f)  Collect regularly information about different indicators as defined in the M&E plan of the programme unit and reports to FS Programme Coordinator
   g) Contribute in community development undertaken by the Family Strengthening Programme, i.e. organise/participate in awareness raising activities, community mobilisation events and capacity building of the community partners.

 Key Performance Indicators 

• Effective implementation of activities
• Effective collaboration with Programme Coordinator and other co-workers
• Effective collaboration with stakeholders (local authorities, NCC, IZUs, etc)
• Effective collaboration with external consultants

Technical Qualifications and personal skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences (e.g social work, sociology, education, rural development, psychology, laws, etc)
• At least 3 successive years working with Child development organizations
• Prior experience managing children-focused interventions will be an added value
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. Good communication in French will be added value. Excellent written and verbal communication in English is a requirement.
• Good understanding of international child right frameworks, child safeguarding, child, mental health and psychosocial support.
• Very good insights of National child care and development framework
• Good knowledge of project cycle management (planning, monitoring and reporting)
• Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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

 How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, send a zipped folder containing your cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidences of your qualifications and experience, 3 traceable professional references as well as an SOS CV ad hoc application form duly filed in and signed.

All documents should be written in English and directly submitted to : sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org with a copy to sosbnc@sos-rwanda.org not later than April 30^th, 2021  at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

N.B: Please mention in the subject of your email the name of the position you are applying for.

Late applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Done in Kigali on 20^th April 2021.

 Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

2. FIELD OPERATIONS AND LOCATIONS HEAD

 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

FIELD OPERATIONS AND LOCATIONS HEAD

 (Job Ref: SOS CV RWANDA 01/2021)

Position:                                     Field Operations and Locations Head

Type of contract:                         Permanent

Working location:                       Kigali/ National Office, Kayonza

Direct supervisor position: Director of Prigrammes, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is part of a Federation of more than 120 National Associations (NA), that make up SOS Children’s Villages International. The latter is the world’s largest non-governmental organization focused on supporting children without parental care and families at risk. SOS Children Villages Rwanda was established in 1979 and currently operates from four Programme Locations: Kigali, Nyamagabe, Gicumbi and Kayonza.

 Job Summary

The role of Field Operations and Locations Head is to help improve organisational efficiency, particularly in the area of administrative, financial and programmatic operations at locations. The key duties and responsibilities include overseeing the collection, analysis and reporting of data; overseing and helping teams to achieve business goals; and managing the development and execution of operational procedures. In addition, s/he is responsible for developping and monitoring dashaboards to measure locations business and assisting with planning, budgeting and reporting. The Field Operations and Locations Head supports the Programs Director in the implementation of a quality assurance system within SOS Children’s Village Programmes including monitoring and evaluation, he supports the locations in financial management, procurements, meet reporting both programmatic and operations deadlines. As a member of the National management team, she/he shares good practices and experiences with colleagues from all departments.

Detailed responsibilities:

• Support programme locations in improving and maintaining a compliance culture with existing operational policies, processes and procedures
• Assist programme locations to increase capacity in high quality reporting and meeting agreed on deadlines
• Create work-plans for field teams in collaboration with Heads of Locations and their subordinates to execute against work-plans and productivity targets
• Provide weekly reports to track productivity and quality of service; own course correction if metrics are slipping feedback back to beneficiaries.
• Formulate a plan for targeted monitoring/engagement while in the field supervision and monitoring the result on the field.
• Identify gaps in organizational chart and propose solutions to programs director
• Run performance reviews for direct reports and build their capacity to do the same for Field Officers
• Providing reports and information in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist in the hiring and training of new Field Officers and Locations programs coordinators for the new project
• Anticipate areas of risk and create mitigation plans especially in SOS CV Locations offices (e.g. coordination on complex research partnerships, slow-downs from pilots, etc.)
• Assist Programs Director with response to “crisis” events (e.g. refusals, government shut-down, etc.)
• Serve as the organization’s engine for continuous improvement of the enrolment process and recipient experience by identifying key opportunities and executing on various initiatives
• Provide oversight on training plans, personnel management, and resource management. Support locations with performance management of field human resources,
• Fill knowledge gaps through additional training and professional development programs
• Follow-up on how locations implement internal and external audits recommendations and other assessments findings
• Perform programme related analysis and policy issues associated with recover and resilience for agile operations
• Provide support in the analysis of procurement procedures and sources of suppliers for all locations
• Perform in-depth analysis of project requirements and facilitate linkages between programmes and other functions (Finance, HR, FDC)
• Collect, analyse, and communicate operational dashboards to ensure cross-functional teams work
• Support the locations in developing detailed operational plans and associated documentation
• Create a comprehensive tool set for supervision of programme operations and field work. Review and develop new operation policies in line with international internal & external guidelines.

Required experience and qualification:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in project management, development studies or business administration
• At least 5 years work experience with at least 3 years in managing field/branch offices in a reputable organisation
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with at least 3 years management experience.
• Positive and professional approach. Ability to work independently, self-organise, bring initiative, fulfil commitments and meet deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including written and spoken English and the ability to communicate at multiple levels in the organisation
• Well-developed facilitation, group leadership and presentation skills
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Able and willing to travel within country
• A team player who is culturally astute, respectful and tolerant

Competencies:

• Knowledge of social development issues, such as children’s rights
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-site organisation with a matrix structure and a geographically-dispersed team.
• Ability to work under pressure and on short deadlines.
• Matured candidate with good analytical skills

 How to Apply:

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

NB: This position is open for Rwanda nationals only and the applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.

Applications that are late, or do not have CV or certificates attached, will be disqualified.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be submitted not later than 30 April, 2021 by latest 17:00 hours Kigali time to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org with a copy to sosbnc@sos-rwanda.org  Late applications will not be accepted.

Done, at Kigali on 21^st April 2021

Jean Bosco Kwizera

National Director

1.  Secondary Placement Phase IV : Placed from transcripts

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Ushobora no kubona uru rutonde unyuze kuri iyi link: https://bit.ly/3sHJS7Q

REPUBLC OF RWANDA

NATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

P.O.BOX 6913 KIGALI

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR RECRUITMENT OF 6 JOB VACANCIES IN THE NATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

The National Public Service Commission (NPSC) is an independent national institution established by the law N° 67/2018 of 30/08/2018 determining the responsibilities, organisation and functioning of National Public Service Commission, with the main mission of overseeing the implementation by public institutions of policies, principles and laws relating to recruitment and management of public servants. It is in this regard that the National Public Service Commission wishes to recruit suitable candidates to fill the following vacant Positions:

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

4. Lend out text books to the users and make sure they are returned timely;

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

Common competencies to all positions

• Integrity;
• Creativity/innovation;
• Inclusiveness;
• Accountability;

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

• Communication;
• Teamwork;
• Client/citizen focus;
• Professionalism;
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Application procedure:

Qualified and interested candidates must send their application documents to the Executive Secretary of the National Public Service Commission, and the application must consist of an application letter, a well detailed CV, a copy of the National Identity Card, and non-notified copies of academic documents.

Application documents must be sent on info@npsc.gov.rw as one document not later than 3rd May, 2021 at 5Pm. For more details please call 3999

Done at Kigali on, 21th April, 2021

Digitally signed by NPSC

(ES)

Date: 2021.04.22 14:14:19

+02’00’

Angelina MUGANZA

Executive Secretary

National Public Service Commission

Email: info@npsc.gov.rw;

twitter@npscrwanda;

Kanda hano usome  itangazo ry’umwimerere

Kanda kumwanya wifuza kureba

1. Materials Audio/Video Producer, Filming and Editing, Recording Officer) (X1)

2. Materials Development/Master Trainer (X2)

Human Resources Manager

Operations · Kigali, kigali

Position: Human Resources Manager

Since Kepler’s launch in 2013, we are building a model of accessible and quality higher education. We provide a different kind of education – one that combines in-person, online and on-the-job learning in service of a singular goal: decent jobs for young Africans. And we have been successful, with more than 90% of scholars employed within six months of graduating. Kepler, through a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), has enrolled more than 1,000 students across our campuses in Kigali and the Kiziba refugee camp in Western Rwanda.

We have entered into a dynamic time at Kepler. Over the next few months, Kepler hopes to become locally accredited in Rwanda through Kepler College and we are expanding our academic offerings and programs in Rwanda and Ethiopia.

About the Position

We are looking for a dynamic Human Resources Manager to manage recruitment, performance management, learning and development and other key HR functions. Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Administration and Finance, the HR Manager will work to recruit and retain talent aligned with the Kepler culture and values.

An ideal candidate has worked in multicountry NGOs or higher learning institutions, has experience using an HRIS and knowledge of Rwanda labor regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• With the Supervisor, set annual goals for the HR department and implement key elements of the HR strategy including hiring of staff, managing performance management, managing the HRIS and continued improvements to HR process and talent recruitment and retainment;
• Manage all job postings and hiring processes for the Kigali and Kiziba campuses; provide administrative support as needed for US and Ethiopia hires;
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, and procedures across the organization;
• Ensure monthly performance conversations are carried out in a timely manner by all managers;
• Prepare and conduct manager’s training on all HR policies and procedures including hiring procedures;
• Answer employee questions about HR programs, policies, and other HR-related items;
• Manage Human Resources Information System to ensure accurate employee data, benefits administration, paychecks record, performance appraisals, tracking of candidates, tracking of time off records, and automation of other HR processes at Kepler;
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations, including contacts, document management and employee handbook management and acquisition of work visas;
• Oversee the onboarding of new employees and complete exit procedures for departing employees;
• Produce accurate monthly payroll and work closely with finance for on-time processing each month;
• Declare and pay employment taxes and other withholdings;
• Lead the HR & PD team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field; vast experience in HR can replace the need for a degree;
• At least two years relevant experience;
• Knowledge of HR software/HRIS, the experience with Bamboo will be an added advantage;
• Experience in using cloud content management tools like box, google sheets, docs,…
• Experience in the education sector an asset;
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda, Fluency in French is an asset;
• Experience managing staff, interns, and volunteers;
• Ability to take initiative, work well under pressure, and carry out work independently;
• Team player who drives a culture of learning and servant leadership;
• Ability to use analytics for effective personnel management;
• Excellent oral and written communication in English and Kinyarwanda;
• Cross-cultural communication skills;
• Position is Kigali, Rwanda based

 Reports to: Deputy Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send an application letter plus updated Curriculum Vitae in English, including 3 names of professional referees through:https://kepler1.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=118

Deadline to submit the application is May 03rd, 2021.

Kepler values diversity as the paramount aspect of growth and provides equal opportunities. Therefore, it does not discriminate against employees based on gender, race, religion, physical abilities, social status, beliefs, and cultural values.

Click here to read more & apply

Materials Audio/Video Producer, Filming and Editing, Recording officer (1 Position)

About AKA:

AKA is a registered National Non-Government Organization (NGO) operating under the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) certificate No 66/RGB/NGO/2016. AKA’s mission is to provide youth with employability skills, access to capital and other support services to take advantage of economic opportunities. Currently, AKA is implementing multiple donor’s projects.

DUTIES

Materials Audio/Video Producer, Filming and Editing, recording officer will work under AKA Team Leader to undertake tasks related to Materials Audio/Video Editing of the project. S/he will work with AKA technical team and partner staff in the design, editing of audio/video materials in partnership other project staff and ensure accurate and quality audio/video materials are produced.

Essential functions include [but not limited to]:

• Create, Manipulate and edit video/audio pieces in proper a way
• Take a brief to grasp production team’s needs and specifications
• Review shooting script and material to create a shot decision list based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
• Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the audio/video
• Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects
• Create rough and final cuts
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency
• Assist in preparing consolidated project progress reports
• Any other task as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven work experience as an Audio/Video Editor
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut)
• Demonstrable audio/video editing ability with a strong portfolio
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity
• Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing
• Creative mind and storytelling skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in film studies, cinematography or related field
• Strong communication skills;
• Three years of experience working in Audio/Video Editing

How to apply: : Interested candidates should submit their application (cover letter motivating why you are the best candidate, one page maximum + CV with 3 references) not later than 30^th April, 2021 at info@akazikanoze.org with a copy to jnyirahabimana@akazikanoze.org and specify in subject line: Application to the position of Materials Audio/Video Producer, Filming and Editing, Recording officer. Only soft copies are accepted. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Materials Development/Master Trainer (2 positions)

About AKA:

AKA is a registered National Non-Government Organization (NGO) operating under the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) certificate No 66/RGB/NGO/2016. AKA’s mission is to provide youth with employability skills, access to capital and other support services to take advantage of economic opportunities. Currently, AKA is implementing multiple donor’s projects.

DUTIES

The Materials Development/Master Trainer will work under AKA Material Development Coordinator to undertake tasks related to Materials development. S/he will work with AKA technical team and partner staff to write/adapt scripts in English.

 Essential functions include [but not limited to]:

• Writing and adaptation of WRN-BYOB scripts
• Provide a technical support to trainers/teachers on the delivery of Work Ready Now and Be Your Own Boss (WRN-BYOB) curriculum and other trainings organized by AKAZI KANOZE ACCESS to different groups of beneficiaries.;
• Work closely with Implementing Partners to make sure training environment is appropriate to trainees and providing support on specifications of WRN-BYOB training kits required;
• Provide feedback on curriculum delivery and constraints met;
• Explore other specialized trainings required by youth/students and other specific capacity building required for better improvement of youth livelihoods;
• Work closely with the communication person to document success stories throughout the project Implementation;
• Participate in reviewing, updating and finalization of AKAZI KANOZE ACCESS curricula
• Assist in M&E tools administration and data collection if required;
• Assist in preparation and delivering of WRN-BYOB Training of Trainers;

• Assist in preparing consolidated project progress reports
• Carry out any other task as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven work experience as master trainer in Work Ready Now
• Excellent language and writing skills (English).
• Creativity and imagination to come up with a scenario, an idea.
• Flexible to cope with ideas from the team to improve, review/rewrite scripts
• Time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.
• Typing skills to word process scripts
• Solid experience with script writing in English
• Creative mind and storytelling/writing skills
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in social studies and literature from a recognized university
• Strong communication skills in English;

How to apply:

 Interested candidates should submit their application (cover letter motivating why you are the best candidate, one page maximum + CV with 3 references) not later than 26^th April, 2021 at info@akazikanoze.org with a copy to jnyirahabimana@akazikanoze.org and specify in subject line: Application to the position of : Materials Development/Master Trainer. Only soft copies are accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

1.Project Accountant

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Project Accountant

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Duration:  18 months

Project background

The Rwanda Wood Value Chain Association (RWVCA) represents the interest and advocates for wood sector operators in Rwanda. The  main objective of the Association is to work together to support members adherents to increase their competitiveness at national and the regional market, sharing of information and do collective dialogue for advocacy, organize together technical & managerial trainings for strengthening factional capacity of the members and also encourage collective purchasing high-end equipment that require a lot of investment.

Its mission is to provide professional advocacy and business development services to the members while upholding all relevant standards and regulations of the Government of Rwanda.

To achieve its mission and vision the association has last year 2019 developed and validated a 3 years strategic plan that was developed in line with the national wood sector strategic plan on the ministry of trade and industry.

Role summary

Reporting to president of RWVCA, the applicant will be responsible for the day to day management of the finance and administration of the project. The incumbent is responsible for the coordination and support for development and monitoring of budget and forecast, liaising with the finance unit at Donnor   office to timely process the financial transactions, maintaining a healthy balance sheet and providing support for the conduct of the audit.

 Key duties and responsibility

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records,
• Comply and adhere to donor regulations and procedures,
• Prepare financial reports,
• Track budget/expenses to ensure proper cash flow,
• Review all payables documents for completeness, validity and accuracy before preparing payments for supplies and services providers,
• Prepare payments vouchers after ensuring that support documents are complete (request, invoice, delivery note, purchase order or contact, travel request and expenses),
• Ensure monthly/quarterly declaration and payments of all statutory deductions to the RRA.
• Compile staff monthly timesheets and prepare a table for salaries allocation to projects
• Prepare the monthly staff payroll and disseminate pay slips to staff,
• Reconcile on a monthly basis all project bank accounts,
• Manage the petty cash,
• Maintain check register & checkbooks in a safe place,
• Participate in the budgeting process,
• Perform any other task as requested by the supervisor,

 Qualification and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration
• others related fields from a recognized institutions,
• At least two (2) years of experience in accounting or auditing
• Computer skills: MS Office, advanced Excel preferred
• Good written and verbal skills in English, Kinyarwanda
• Having prior experience of at least 3 years with International Donor funding

Competences required

• Analytical thinking and sound judgment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with various administrative and program levels of the project.
• Strong organizational and research skills with a thorough understanding of finance and accounting principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Confidentiality and ethical behavior,
• Teamwork and time consciousness,
• Knowledge of accounting process, systems and principles.

Application process

Interested candidates should submit their application via email: rwvca2018@gmail.com  with a copy to claudien.musoni@giz.de, including a CV with 3 references, cover letter and academic qualifications, not later than 2021 may 10  before end of business day. The subject line should be ‘Application for RWVCA project accountant’

Please not that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2.Wood and PSD Expert

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Wood and PSD Expert

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Duration:18 months

Project background

The Rwanda Wood Value Chain Association (RWVCA) represents the interest and advocates for wood sector operators in Rwanda. The  main objective of the Association is to work together to support members adherents to increase their competitiveness at national and the regional market, sharing of information and do collective dialogue for advocacy, organize together technical & managerial trainings for strengthening factional capacity of the members and also encourage collective purchasing high-end equipment that require a lot of investment.

Its mission is to provide professional advocacy and business development services to the members while upholding all relevant standards and regulations of the Government of Rwanda.

To achieve its mission and vision the association has last year 2019 developed and validated a 3 years strategic plan that was developed in line with the national wood sector strategic plan on the ministry of trade and industry.

Role summary

Reporting to president of RWVCA, the applicant will be responsible for the day to day management of the project.

A.    Role and responsibilities 

i.    Backstopping RWVCA during Implementation of the strategic plan
The wood and PSD expert will follow day-to-day implementation all activities agreed between donor and RWVCA and support the association to implement its action plan by providing technical and strategic inputs and advices.

• Plan, organize, and implement activities respectfully to the action plan developed by the association.
• Develop synergies with other partner organizations to effectively implement the strategy.
• Develop and create innovative strategic measures to attract donors, pooling of resources; fundraising for the implementation of RWVCA strategic plan.
• Support the association to steer wood made in Rwanda brands that are aligned with the historic background of the country and unsure uniqueness of Rwandan wood products to enhance innovation and creativity in the sector.
• Pursue other projects and activities that will enable the association to attain its mission and vision.
• Support the Association to build capacities of its member’s e.g organize study tours to develop and broaden technical knowledge of members.

ii.    Support business and membership 

• Support the RWVCA to improve services in order to provide value to existing and potential members, e.g provide information procedure to obtain certifications; on product and processes that will enable companies to enter in the new international export market
• Develop a network, pool of Business service providers to enable effective business operations and share information among all association members.
• Enhance and improve lobbying services to strengthen business-networking services among association members and service providers.
• Attract and encourage new members to join the association

iii.    Communication and information sharing 

With the approval of the president of the association and secretariat the wood and PSD expert will;

• Improve business information services to help the association to increase  visibility and communication to members and non-member
• Monitor trends and developments of the wood industry and alert members accordingly.
• Share to all members of the association all studies conducted in the wood sector.

iv.    Monitoring and evaluation 

• The Expert will, if requested by donor M&E team, provide timely all data at institutional and individual company level in order to measure the program impact.
• Support the association to establish and implement RBM (result-based management).

v.    Other function function

• Provide technical advice and insure implementation of occupational health and safety OHS/HSE in working environment and workshops within companies and ICPCs.
• Participate in the event and training organized by donor.

B.    Required qualifications

 Bachelor`s Degree in project management, Business administration or other business related degree with a minimum of 5 years working in private sector development  and wood sector value chain.

• At least 5 years professional experience, of which 5 years in a comparable position and proven work experience in Private Sector Development and BMO.
• Very good knowledge of the wood Economy in Rwanda
• A strong coordination and facilitation skills; with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and communication skills,
• Results oriented, flexible and problem solving skills
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of English and Kinyarwanda, and preferably French

Application process

Interested candidates should submit their application via email:rwvca2018@gmail.com  with a copy to claudien.musoni@giz.de, including a CV with 3 references, cover letter and academic qualifications, not later than 2021 may 10 before end of business day. The subject line should be ‘Application for RWVCA Wood and PSD expert’

Please not that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Village Director

 (Job Ref: SOS CV RWANDA 02/2021)

Position:                               Village Director

Type of contract:                  Permanent

Working location:                 Byumba Location

Direct supervisor position: Head of Byumba Location

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is a Child focused Non- Governmental organisation operating in Rwanda since 1979. As a member of SOS Children’s Villages International, its core objective is to care and support children who have lost parental care and those at risk of losing parental care.

SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is looking for a highly motivated and deeply child sensitive candidates willing to compete for the position of Village Director in Byumba (SOS Children’s Village Byumba) Location.

I.    Summary of tasks and responsibilities

Under supervision of the Head of Location, the Village Director shall perform the following duties:

• Ensure daily and smoother run of all activities under Alternative Care programme according to SOS CV policies and other international and national strategic orientation and documents.
• Develop, promote and facilitate the blossoming of the programme under his/her responsibility throughout innovative actions and practices
• Ensure safety, protection, physical and psychosocial well-being of children and young people cared for alternative care programme.
• With support and cooperation from other SOS CV Location staff, champion the implementation of  National Gatekeeping Guidelines, measures and programmes to prevent family separation  .
• Lead the implementation of various forms of alternative care options and ensure high quality of services to the children according to SOS CV International standards and National Child Care reform.
• Supervise Alternative Care programme staff with and provide timely support, guidance and inspiration towards high quality of care services to the children and SOS Families.
• Ensure preparation of youth care and empowerment programme, facilitate smoother transition to the independent life and builds conducive environment for learning, blossoming, formal and information education and successful professional insertion of Youth under SOS care.
• Using right based approach, He/She  strive to meet and respect the best interest of the child, individual needs and rights of children and young people.

Financial and Administrative Management

• Manages effectively the budget of AC Program unit; implements financial and administrative procedures within the AC program unit in accordance with policies, guidelines and standards and in consultation with financial support staff
• Supports the Head of CVP Location during the budgeting process including ensuring a link between budgeting & AC program unit plans and priorities
• Approves and monitors budget expenditures in the AC unit to ensure that funds are properly used in line with the annual plan and budget
• Continually looks for ways to provide quality services in a cost-effective manner

Networking, Partnership building and Advocacy

• Leads partnership building and close cooperation with local government, external organisations, private individuals according to the objectives and needs of the Programme Location
• In agreement with the Head of CVP Location, represents the organisation at relevant local networks, forums, platforms, campaigns, working groups and advocates on behalf of the organisation for the promotion of child rights, especially related to children and youth from the target group

Plans and organises activities in the community to increase awareness about SOS Children’s Villages programme and Alternative care field of work

II.    Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s degree in one of the following subject area : Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, Management, public administration and other related fields.

– At least 5 years working experience in the position related field

• At least 5 years in the social / educational field, including 3 years in Managerial responsibilities
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with at least 3 year at higher decision making level
• Proven background and s experience in  child rights, OVC, would be an added value.
• Positive and professional approach. Ability to work independently, , use initiative, keeps commitments and meets deadlines.
• English proficiency ( Written and spoken skills and French,
• Being legally married is compulsory
• To be Rwandan by Nationality

III.    Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter, addressed to the SOS CV Rwanda National Director, updated CV proving to which extent they  meet the current position requirements to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org with a copy to sosbnc@sos-rwanda.org  latest  by 30 April  2021

Late applications will not be accepted

Done at Kigali, 21 April, 2021

Jean Bosco Kwizera

National Director

INGOBYI ACTIVITY

GOLDEN PLAZA, 3^rd Floor

KG 546 Street 1

P.O.Box 6639-Kigali

Tel.: + (250) 738795924

Kacyiru, Kigali 

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Why Choose IntraHealth Job Opportunity:  Malaria Advisor

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. In addition, IntraHealth International is supporting the MoH to fight against COVID-19.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

IntraHealth/USAID Ingobyi Activity seeks to recruit a Malaria Advisor to support ongoing malaria activities. Reporting to the Senior Malaria Specialist. the Advisor will be expected to support Ministry of Health and Rwanda Biomedical Center / Malaria, Neglected Tropical Diseases and Other Parasitic Diseases Division (MOPDD) to plan and implement malaria activities through joint planning, coordination, supervision, and reporting. The Malaria Advisor will be providing technical support and supervision to all Malaria Specialists in zones. The incumbent will be expected to support these activities at all levels of the health system in Rwanda.

Specifically, the Malaria Advisor will support the following functions:

1. Planning and implementation of malaria activities

• Work closely with the Ingobyi technical team, MOPDD team and senior malaria specialist, to plan, implement malaria activities at both facility and community levels.
• Support the design and implementation of malaria prevention and case management interventions ensuring they are realistic, appropriate, effective both in cost and impact, and aligned with donor and RBC/MOPDD expectations.
• Follow international guidance and evidence on best practices in MIP and support the MOPDD to integrate and implement those aspects into MIP interventions in Rwanda.
• Support zonal malaria specialists to plan and implement malaria interventions based on the latest malaria strategic plan (MSP), integrated malaria control guideline as well as latest evidence in malaria prevention and control.
• Strengthen community and facility level technical capacity to deliver malaria prevention and case management services, including the capacity to replicate, sustain and bring to scale successful activities.
• Work closely with Ingobyi community health specialists to improve delivery of malaria services at community level (ICCM and HBM).

2. Reporting, learning and documentation

• Support documentation, and rollout of best practices and lessons learned including zero malaria starts with me initiative.
• Coordinate with Ingobyi Activity’s MEL team and Senior Malaria Specialist to ensure that the project meets expected deliverables in malaria.
• Work closely with MEL team to track malaria program implementation and surveillance efforts.
• Support program data analysis and interpretation and use findings to plan interventions accordingly.
• Prepare and submit reports on malaria activities and submit to Senior Malaria Specialist on a quarterly basis or upon request, in a timely manner.
• Performs other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Representation in technical meetings/discussions

• Represent Ingobyi Activity in malaria related technical working groups as needed.
• Participate in technical meetings with MOH/RBC and other partner meetings as may be requested from time to time.
• Present updates on malaria in internal quarterly technical meetings or as may be requested by supervisor.
• Actively participate in technical sessions to develop clinical guidelines and other strategic documents.

Requirements

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

Education and training

• Masters’ degree in medicine, public health majoring in epidemiology, nursing, 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 8 years of experience working in malaria programs in Rwanda;
• Demonstrated understanding of malaria program landscape in Rwanda;
• Strong experience in supporting MoH (central and decentralized levels) in malaria programs in the country;
• Skills, knowledge and experience in implementation of malaria activities at facility and community levels;
• experience working with USAID-funded projects is preferred;
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) in English and Kinyarwanda – French language skills would be added advantage.
• 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.

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.

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 Please apply by May 3, 2021

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TERMS OF REFERENCES FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF TWO SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Kigali, Wednesday, April 21, 2021

 JOB VACANCY

1.    BACKGROUND

Prime Life Insurance Limited is an insurance company, established in 1995 by Rwandan investors, a licensed life insurance company authorized by the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR). The Company is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, self- motivated and experienced person to fill the following post:

2.    SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (2)

Under the supervision of Director of ICT and Innovation, the Software Developers shall be responsible for writing code, modifying software to fix errors, adapt it to new technologies, and improve its performance, design and implementation of new or modified software products of the ongoing Prime Life Insurance business projects.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with developers to design algorithms and flowcharts

• Design, build, and maintain efficient and reliable C# code
• Write clean, scalable code using .NET programming languages

• Produce clean, efficient code based on specifications
• Integrate software components and third-party programs
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software
• Implement, test, and bug-fix functionality
• Gather and evaluate user feedback
• Directing system testing and validation procedures.

• Test and deploy applications and systems
• Develop documentation throughout the software development life cycle and reporting
• Serve as an expert on applications and provide technical support

4. JOB SPECIFICATION

Qualification

• BSc/BA in Computer Science, Information Management or Diploma Certification in software development from polytechnics or TVET College
• At least 1+ years of software development experience

• Age maximum 35

Required Skills:

• Experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment
• Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
• Proficient in C#.Net
• Experience with HTML, JavaScript and web development frameworks (AngularJS, Bootstrap, jQuery)
• Familiarity with Relational Databases and SQL
• Experience with Web services development, architecture styles/APIs (SOAP, REST)
• Familiarity with the ASP.NET framework, SQL Server and design/architectural patterns
• Attention to detail

NOTE: The development will be fully in C#, .Net, therefore having experience in development using C#.Net is highly recommended.

3 APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Only Qualified Candidates should submit their application letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) with proven work Experience, Copy of academic documents, and a copy of National Identification to Prime Life Insurance Ltd mail: hrmlife@prime.rw

The deadline for submitting applications is Monday, April 26^th 2021 (5:00PM, Kigali time).

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of PRIME LIFE INSURANCE Ltd.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Signed by:

Chief Executive Officer