Kanda kumyanya wifuza kureba:

1. Operations Assistant (Field support) Transit Centre::Deadline:18/03/2021  (X5)

2. Operations Assistant (Movements)  : Deadline 18-03-2021 (X3)

3. Operations Assistant (Data Processing) : Deadline 18-03-2021

4. Operations Assistant Team leader (Field support) : Deadline:18/03/2021

5. Operations Assistant Team leader (Field support) : Deadline:18/03/2021

6. Operations Assistant Team leader (Field support) :Deadline:18/03/2021

DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

The Eastern Africa Farmers Federation EAFF) was formed in 2001 as a non-political, non profit, and democratic organization, whose role is to voice the concerns and interest of farmers of the region to enhance their social-economic status and regional cohesiveness. EAFF’s establishment was championed by national farmers’ organizations from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and DRC Congo. Membership was subsequently extended to Burundi, Eritrea, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and South Sudan. EAFF membership is now composed of 23 farmer organizations serving 20 million farmers. EAFF with the support of key partners, founded a mobile platform called e-GRANARY.

e-GRANARY aggregates farmers for market leveraging technology running on mobile phones to help smallholder farmers improve production and maximize their profits. e-GRANARY aims to reach over 100,000 farmers in Eastern Africa and transform their livelihoods. We are looking for distribution and logistics officer to help us get inputs to farmers on time and collect quality produce from farmers effectively. The ideal candidate quickly absorbs new information, forms and expresses sound strategic judgements, motivates everyone around them, and is equally comfortable defending their opinion and learning from their mistakes.

This person will be in charge of the supply chain management and e-GRANARY’s logistics and distribution strategy in the field. This includes everything from designing, field testing, and the execution of the whole process from recruitment, training, and managing distributor network relationships, warehousing and inventory management, and building and implementing systems with a keen eye towards tracking business risk. This includes tracking, supervising, and improving the systems to respond to inventory loss, quality issues, customer complaints and fraud prevention, and quality monitoring processes.

Support the larger logistics and distribution team as the team and organization grows

• Plan and manage the movement of freight and coordinate with suppliers and distributers to ensure smooth transition.
• The coordination of order cycles and the efficient allocation of staff resources
• Consistently monitor the quality and efficiency of goods storage and transportation.
• Organize the safe and efficient storage and distribution of goods, and ensure that orders are fulfilled (carried out) correctly.
• Analyze logistical problems and plan transportation routes for vehicles carrying goods. • Operating IT systems to manage timings, costs, and stock levels
• Analyzing data to assess performance, discover logistical problems, and devise plans for improvements
• Negotiating and agreeing on contracts
• Planning for and negotiating technical difficulties
• Coordinate input distribution to various farmer groups.
• Help farmer groups aggregate produce
• Monitor the quality and quantity of the aggregated produce and maintain proper records
• Assist e-GRANARY service providers in accessing and interacting with farmer groups and the farmers
• Perform phases of sourcing activity to ensure the best value and within required lead times for a variety of requirements in e-Granary Uganda Office, including analysis of overall budgetary impact for all types of procurement transactions
• Lead in the preparation and implementation of the annual procurement plan supported with budget and timetables.
• Effectively negotiate with suppliers on a wide variety of commodities (farm inputs, protective equipment, vehicles, materials) and services for the best overall value to the project
• Contribute to the supply chain management efforts up to and including logistical support from the ordering point through the follow-up, expediting, and delivery of the required goods and/or services.
• Prepare, issue, and negotiate RFQ(s) for assigned procurements such as materials, equipment, commodities, work, and services.
• Understand and ensure compliance with legal guidelines, contracting principles, sourcing, and price/cost analysis requirements.
• Provide leadership of overall property management and inventory control, reports, reconciliations for both expendables and non-expendables according to e-GRANARY rules and regulations.
• Conduct cycle inventory reconciliation and conduct a planned inventory and maintain an updated asset and inventory records for the project.
• Ensure timely reporting on stock status to the Country Manager and help project staff plan stock replenishment in various locations.
• Ensure adherence to e-GRANARY standard procurement operating (SOP) procedures.
• Conduct logistics training workshops for project staff on storage, distribution, and inventory control.
• Maintaining proper records for all the procurements handled at the country office both in soft and hard copies files.
• Maintaining an updated Supplier database and contracts database
• Ensure proper documentation of all Logistics and procurement transactions.
• Responsible for supplier management, providing information on e-GRANARY compliance procedures, and providing continuous feedback on what is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Country Manager from time to time.

Reporting roles :

• Develop and submit weekly, monthly, quarterly, and end-of-year reports to the Country Manager.
• Reporting on inventory movements  (both for inputs and commodities) for all warehouses and being accountable for any and all losses.
• Reporting on Customer Complaints relating to any Agro dealer, Farmer group aggregation center inventory/stored goods and following up to their resolution.
• Reporting on Agro dealer Complains relating to Quality of goods picked from a warehouse and following up to their resolution.
• Prepare weekly work plans and reports.
• Any other tasks assigned by your supervisor.

Note: The role of the Distribution Logistic officer cannot be limited to the specific duties and tasks detailed herein. The success of the e-Granary mission is the highest priority and all issues which arise must be addressed accordingly. Therefore, she/he will be required to manage all unforeseen issues and circumstances and remain flexible to perform any other duties, as and when required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a field such as transportation, business, or supply chain management.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a busy organization preferably a company dealing with agricultural commodities.
• Knowledge of International reporting standards
• Good organizational and personal skills
• Financial integrity
• Experience in working with farmer groups.
• Problem-solving and team player

Contract duration The selected candidate will be offered a one-year renewable employment contract based on performance with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds.

Desired start As soon as possible.

The application will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis to identify appropriate candidates as soon as possible.

Compensation: Salary.

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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 Movement Operations Manager and direct supervision of the Senior Operations Assistant, the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying-out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to Operations in Kigali, Rwanda.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate, schedule, and book travel for individuals upon receipt of travel-ready status and/or request in accordance with travel requirements, including but not limited to the distribution of Advance Booking Notifications (ABNs), updates, domestic flights, cancellations, and departure notifications.
2. Organize and complete all bookings in a timely manner and in accordance with the Handbook of IOM Tariffs (HIT) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) from the Division of Resettlement and Movement Management (RMM). Under the supervision of the Operations Associate distribute travel information to internal and external stakeholders.
3. Compile and analyse descriptive statistics, using I-GATOR to capture costs and prepare travel loan paperwork as specified in SOPs and in accordance with host government’s procedures.
4. Create movement data files, by ABN, for all individuals in accordance with SOPs and for IOM accountability.
5. In accordance with local practices and RMM guidelines and standards, and in close coordination with supervisors, identify and assign escorts to accompany vulnerable individuals.
6. In coordination with Operations Associate, process exit permission paperwork and ICRC Travel Documents in accordance with established standards and the local guidelines.
7. Conduct identity and document verification prior to the distribution of travel documentation to refugees, immigrants, and migrants.
8. Conduct pre-departure counselling on pre-embarkation procedures and special needs during travel (such as meals, medication, wheelchairs, and medical conditions) as needed. Identify beneficiary vulnerabilities and coordinate appropriate action to ensure they are addressed.
9. Provide regular feedback on work being accomplished to the Operations Associate and keep supervisors immediately informed of any issues that arise.
10. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of relevant Movement Operations SOPs and Movements-related systems and databases (including iGATOR, MiMOSA, SAR, and Amadeus), as well as the ability to remain professional, impartial and unbiased during all interactions with migrants and colleagues per the IOM Code of Conduct and instruction on the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA.)
11. Maintain and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all relevant paperwork in line with standards of conduct and data protection rules. Alert Operations Associate or management of any non-compliance to SOPs or codes of conduct by IOM staff members or partners.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

    Education

• Bachelor’Personal History Form (PHF) s degree with three years relevant work experience required, or
• High school diploma/certificate with five years of working experience.

Experience

• Prior Movement Operations or transportation experience is a strong advantage; and,
• Strong computer skills – Word, Excel past experience with Movement Operations-related databases and systems (including iGATOR, MiMOSA, SAR, and Amadeus) is a strong advantage.

Languages

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

Required Competencies

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

• Accountability – Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for output
• Client Orientation – Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries;
• Continuous Learning – Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
• Communication – Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures;
• Creativity and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
• Leadership and Negotiation – Presents goals as shared interests;
• Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others;
• Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities;
• Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment;

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 18 March 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 05.03.2021 to 18.03.2021

Attachment:Personal History Form (PHF)

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 Operations Manager and direct supervision of the Senior Operations Assistant Field Support, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to Operations in Kigali, Rwanda.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Undertake field activities in an assigned area or areas, such as at an airport, transit centre, third-party facility, camp-based operation or sub-office, or in relation to transportation. As required, monitor and guide teams of Operations Clerks and Operations Assistants in completing field support activities.
2. In coordination with the Senior Operations Assistant Field Support, lead Field Support Teams as they perform airport services, as well as perform airport services when required, such as providing custodial care of travel documentation; verifying identities and documentation, including exit permissions, visas, tickets and other items in the travel bag; assisting with airport formalities, including flight arrivals, curb-side assistance, check-in, luggage formalities, immigration procedures, security screening systems, and customs clearance; escorting arriving individuals to ground transportation and departing individuals to their gates; visually confirming flights have departed; ensuring individuals with special needs or equipment receive appropriate support; and, as needed, sending notifications using relevant systems.
3. Lead Field Support Teams as they assist individuals at transit centers or third-party facilities, including upon arrival with sign-in, verification of identity, orientation, food, and non-food items, and room assignments; during their stay with food and non-food items, instructions, briefings, activities, and resolution of issues; and upon departure for medical appointments, return travel or onward travel with briefings, luggage support and transition to transportation. Enter and update relevant data in the appropriate systems and ensure vulnerable individuals are assisted in a manner that ensures their safety, security, and comfort; report all issues immediately to the appropriate supervisor(s).
4. Assist in the coordination of timely and adequate services for meals, snacks, and water for individuals staying at Transit Centers, third-party facilities or during transit in airports and other locations. Work closely with the service provider to ensure meals are culturally appropriate and to reduce the level of waste while keeping the quality of the food at the highest standard.
5. Work with units and departments and beneficiaries on pre-departure formalities including but not limited to travel loans, luggage, prohibited items, bag tags, and clothing/shoes. Assist with daily discussions with beneficiaries on cleanliness, litter, and hygiene.  Keep all posters and informational messages up-to-date and placed in visible locations.
6. Provide assistance at transit centres and third-party facilities for extended periods of up to 12 hours and during overnight periods, ensuring the needs of individuals are met throughout their stay. Communicate promptly with third-party facility representatives and/or supervisors if issues arise.
7. Lead the coordination of transportation from consolidation points, transit centres, and third-party facilities, including liaising with service providers, ensuring the identity verification, readiness, and organization of individuals being transported, and providing relevant briefings. Ensure baggage sorting, tagging and handling is done appropriately and arrange for individuals to be escorted on transportation as needed. Ensure persons with special needs are provided with appropriate services and report any issues to supervisors immediately.
8. Provide selection mission support, exit permit support and/or interpretation services for individuals at the airport, in transit centres, camps, consolidation points, and third-party facilities or during transport by air, ground or water.
9. Provide regular feedback on work being accomplished to the Senior Operations Assistant Field Support and keep supervisors immediately informed of any issues requiring their attention.
10. Alert Senior Operations Assistant Field Support or management of any non-compliance to SOPs or codes of conduct by IOM staff members or partners perform such other duties as may be assigned.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

   Education

• Bachelor’s degree with three years relevant work experience required, or
• High school diploma/certificate with five years of working experience.

Experience

• Prior Movement Operations or transportation experience is a strong advantage; and,
• Strong computer skills – Word, Excel, and Internet

 Languages

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

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency maintain 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

• Accountability – Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs
• Client Orientation – Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries;
• Continuous Learning – Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
• Communication – Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures;
• Creativity and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
• Leadership and Negotiation – Presents goals as shared interests;
• Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others;
• Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities;
• Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment;

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 neighboring 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 a work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to iomrwandarecruitment@iom.int by 18 March 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 05.03.2021 to 18.03.2021

Attachment:Personal History Form (PHF)

Research and Content Development Associate

University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)  Kigali, Rwanda

Description

 Title: Research and Content Development Associate

Reports to: Director of Arts and Culture in Global Health Public Engagement

Job type: Full Time

Location: Kigali

Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with its flagship degree: Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity.

UGHE seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

ROLE OVERVIEW
Research and Content Development Associate is in charge of supporting research projects leading to publications and content development for the department events and other engagement activities.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Hamwe team and its partners in creating vibrant digital content (audio, video, and written pieces)
• Contribute to all the content preparation steps, including the research and quality control, facts checking, and editing
• Research, manage and commission video maker, design agencies, and other partner agencies to create digital content in collaboration with Hamwe team
• Support the preparation of online public meetings and performances
• Document panels, meetings, interviews, and other events
• Support key steps of online content generation, like research, facts checking, quality control, editing in close collaboration with other members of the team
• Interact with UGHE collaborators and provide them with the information and support they need to collaborate with Hamwe teams effectively
• Contribute to UGHE reporting process and other relevant activities leading to the achievement of the department and institution success

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a health related field (with proven excellent writing skills).
• Demonstrated fitness in independent research projects
• Experience contributing effectively to multidisciplinary team project coordination.
• High level of familiarity with the field of global health equity
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English with previous publications (book contribution, article, Op Eds, or others)
• Ability to lead data collection and analysis processes (quantitative and qualitative) from process design to implementation, analysis, and follow-through.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Great working environment that allows one to reach their greatest potential.
• Prospective career growth opportunities.

UGHE is an equal opportunity employer and 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.

Applicants should provide: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, (3) a personal statement addressing candidate’s experience working in a related field, (4) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to experience in education, leadership and management experience, (5) copies of all degrees earned and current professional certifications.

Please upload your cover letter, personal statement, and proof of degrees attained as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.

Click here to apply

Engagement and Production Coordinator

University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)  Kigali, Rwanda

Description

Title: Engagement and Production Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Arts and Culture in Global Health Public Engagement

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Kigali

Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with its flagship degree: Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity.

UGHE seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

UGHE is looking for an Engagement and Production Coordinator to contribute to this effort, the ideal candidate would be an individual enthusiastic about global health equity and public engagement.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of activities of public engagement activities and events by contributing to desk reviews, event planning, podcast recording, articles redaction, proposals…
• Identify opportunities and research partners to implement UGHE Arts in Health public engagement projects and facilitate communications with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the production of project deliverables (reports, presentations…)
• Develop communication and dissemination materials for internal and external teams and assist in the coordination of interdepartmental activities.
• Assist in the management of partnerships
• Performs routine clerical and administrative duties when needed
• Support Hamwe team and its partners in creating vibrant digital content (audio, video, and written pieces)
• Contribute events and meeting content preparation steps, including the research and quality control, facts checking, and editing activities.
• Supervise and coordinate arts in health engagement activities including the technical aspects.
• Contribute to UGHE reporting process and other activities key to the institution and department objectives

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree and experience participating in global health public engagement projects
• Demonstrated fitness in event organization
• Experience contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary project team
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English with previous publications (book contribution, article, Op Eds, or others)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Interest in interacting with both academic researchers and end-users
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work with communication stakeholders to ensure events and engagement  activities reach the largest number of people
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a large team
• Good understanding of Kinyarwanda will be considered as an asset

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Great working environment that allows one to reach their greatest potential.
• Prospective career growth opportunities.

UGHE is an equal opportunity employer and 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.

Applicants should provide: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, (3) a personal statement addressing candidate’s experience working in a related field, (4) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to experience in education, leadership and management experience, (5) copies of all degrees earned and current professional certifications.

Please upload your cover letter, personal statement, and proof of degrees attained as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.

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Arts and Events Coordinator

University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)  Kigali, Rwanda

Description

Title: Arts and Events Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Arts and Culture in Global Health Public Engagement

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Kigali

Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with its flagship degree: Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity.

UGHE seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Arts and Events Coordinator will work with Hamwe team members, other UGHE departments, and external partners to accomplish the tasks entailed in implementing the logistics, finance and administrative activities and to support the team members in coordinating projects.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and a meticulous attention to detail and experience working at the intersection of the health and creative sectors. He/She will have previous experience working in the logistics side of projects and events, performing administrative duties, and providing support to management. Hamwe activities and UGHE in general offer a dynamic working environment, we rely on our assistants for flexibility and foresight, while maintaining confidences related to high-level systems and operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the point of contact for the team administrative requests and provide high-quality administrative support to Hamwe projects (letters, memo, meeting minutes…)
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate project records, documents, and reports
• Support team logistics and travel arrangements when necessary
• Facilitate research conduction, events, and meetings preparations
• Schedule and coordinate meeting and events, including drafting agenda, invitations, mails, emails, setting preparation calls
• Occasionally recruit and supervise volunteers
• Support Management in collaborating and reviewing activities of contractors and partners
• Support Hamwe projects communication and translations
• Contribute to projects financial and procurement processes ensuring all internal policies and budget limits are respected
• Use various software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software when facilitating projects.
• Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and distributing them as needed in the organization
• Assist with a variety of organization activities and processes
• Maintain a database of partners (artists and global health professional) that will be used to advise UGHE teams during the programing of arts in health activities
• Provide strategic support on initiatives important for the team and organization success

   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks
• Ability to comply with instructions and organization policies
• Ability to work under pressure effectively
• Great verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
• Ability to lead projects and work as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to schedule and efficiently carry out activities within time
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Experience in managing vendors relationships
• Excellent time management skills
• Well-developed organisational skills
• Excellent researching abilities along with knowledge of data compilation and verification
• Professional discretion

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Great working environment that allows one to reach their greatest potential.
• Prospective career growth opportunities.

UGHE is an equal opportunity employer and 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.

Applicants should provide: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, (3) a personal statement addressing candidate’s experience working in a related field, (4) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to experience in education, leadership and management experience, (5) copies of all degrees earned and current professional certifications.

Please upload your cover letter, personal statement, and proof of degrees attained as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.

Click here to apply

About Laterite: Laterite is a data, research, and technical advisory firm that helps clients understand and analyze complex development challenges. We work with universities, global think tanks, international NGOs, multilateral donor organizations, and government ministries and agencies. We provide three types of services to clients:

• Data: comprehensive data collection and data processing solutions;
• Research: from the design of large-scale research projects to analysis; and
• Advisory: strategic advice to bring evidence and learning to the center of decision-making.

Laterite’s growing network of offices includes the Netherlands, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda. Our teams bring together more than 55 full-time local and international staff, as well as 1,000 enumerators across countries, in a dynamic work environment. We are proud to be a culturally diverse organization. You can find out more about Laterite on our website at: www.laterite.com

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

As a Research Associate, based in our Amsterdam or Kigali office, you will:

• Manage one or two research projects in East Africa: coordinating the project team; ensuring implementation according to protocols; managing to the budget and timeline; and communicating with clients.
• Play a hands-on role in all steps of the research process: designing the technical approach; developing protocols, research instruments, and sampling strategies; monitoring data quality; conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis; writing reports; and presenting to clients.
• Contribute to the development of new business: proposing research ideas; writing technical proposals; and pricing.
• Improve the way we work: researching and piloting new methodologies and technologies; standardizing and automating processes for data collection and analysis; and supporting internal operations like recruitment and IT.

You will develop skills and experience in:

• Technical design of research projects
• Data analysis
• Business development
• Managing a portfolio of research projects

This position is offered as a 1-year contract. Following this first contract, Laterite will be open to discussing the possibility of extension and, for candidates based in the Netherlands, career development opportunities in one of our East Africa offices.

Profile: Our ideal candidates are passionate about social and economic research in East Africa. They can quickly grasp research concepts and structure their technical approach to a problem.

Requirements:

• A master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Health, Public Policy or a related field.
• At least three years of professional experience in research (whether in a project/program or academic setting).
• Strong analytical skills, experience working with quantitative data, and proficiency in Stata.
• Experience communicating with external stakeholders or in a client-facing role.
• Solid project management skills and experience coordinating projects with multiple components or teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

In addition, we value:

• Experience working with primary data (data collection or cleaning and analysis).
• Experience with Open Data Kit (ODK) or an ODK-based platform such as SurveyCTO or CommCare.
• Previous work experience in East Africa.
• Research experience in one of Laterite’s core sectors – education, youth and labor, public health, agriculture or urbanization.
• Knowledge of Python and/or R

Application Process

Please upload your CV and a cover letter explaining how your experience matches our requirements via our online application form: http://bit.do/LateriteRA. After submitting your application, you will be invited to complete a 30-minute quantitative assessment for which no special preparation is needed. Successful candidates will be contacted with information regarding the next steps. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply ASAP.

Job Opportunity:  Logistics 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 and malaria services with resilience and sustainability.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

IntraHealth International seeks a Logistics Officer for the USAID Ingobyi Activity. Reporting to the Senior HR & Operations Manager and working closely with the Finance & Operations Team, the Logistics Officer will manage the store, prepare plan and coordinate the distribution of all purchased materials, support updating of assets inventory at least twice a year, coordinate hotel reservations for staff, and manage office reception area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Store & Assets Management:

• Responsible for management of office stores.
• Receive, arrange and distribute all purchased goods.
• File copies of store cards, store release forms, goods delivery and receipt notes, and donation letters.
• Assist the Senior HR & Operations Manager to make a list of obsolete goods/equipment to dispose of.

• Ensure movement of asset(s) is documented and tracked.
• Ensure asset list is updated every month and available in both soft and hard copies.
• Produce store inventory report every month.
• Ensure safety of items in store.

• Ensure proper asset management and inventory control mechanisms are in place and reliable.
• Lead performance of annual physical inventory as per IntraHealth International asset management policy.
• Track and document movement of IntraHealth assets.

• Maintain inventory of office equipment updated every quarter.

• Maintain updated assets register (inventory list).
• Work with Administrative Assistant to produce office supplies and stationery stock inventory reports every month.

Logistics support:

• Arrange accommodation for staff travelling to the field as per approved travel authorizations.
• Coordinate workshop, meeting, and training logistics.
• Receive invoices from hotels, check their completeness and submit them to finance for payment.
• Conduct reconciliation of invoices with hotels.

• Ensure the procurement tracker is updated on daily basis.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings and conferences.

• Perform any other tasks requested supervisor.

 Reception Duties

• Manage the front desk office.
• Answer all incoming calls and handle caller’s inquiries whenever possible.
• Re-direct calls as appropriate and take adequate messages when required.
• Receive and orient office visitors.
• Assist the Administrative Officer to manage incoming and outgoing correspondences.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in procurement/logistics, supply chain management, business administration or an equivalent relevant field.
• At least 3 years’ working experience from INGOs in the field of logistics, warehouse or store management.
• Good knowledge of USAID rules and regulations.
• Detailed understanding of policies and procedures governing accountability of USAID’s property, including assets acquisition, control, protection, and disposition.
• Experience with asset tracking systems.
• Experience creating and maintaining a dynamic inventory process.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain accurate inventory records, to include receipts and equipment transfers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with prioritization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 package.
• Good writing and verbal skills in English and French.

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 March 9, 2021

Job Opportunity – Drivers (3)

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’ve 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.

Summary of Role

IntraHealth International is hiring three (3) drivers for multiple locations (Rubavu, Nyanza, and Rwamagana) who will work as an integral part of USAID’s Ingobyi Activity Rwanda team. Reporting to the Zonal Coordinators, drivers will provide reliable and safe driving services ensuring high quality of work, demonstrating a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, and ability to work with people of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. The drivers will comply with program vehicle management policies and standards, driving safety, and IntraHealth’s travel and safety policies.

Responsibilities:

• Drive office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and picking official personnel and visitors;

• Ensure cost-saving through proper use and maintenance of vehicle, accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to the preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports;
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance and cleanliness of the assigned vehicle through ensuring full-time cleanness, minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs;
• Timely report to supervisor all vehicle documentation, such fueling receipts, logs, travel authorizations, vehicle control, maintenance, and vehicle refueling needs;
• Responsible for program staff transportation while observing all safety precautions;
• Coordinate daily schedules with supervisor and travelers;
• Register mileage for trips and reports on a routing sheet to be submitted to the supervisor;
• Ensure the proper functioning of the vehicle when traveling to the field;
• Serve as a messenger when needed;
• Ensure that the vehicle is used solely in accordance with IntraHealth’s vehicle policy;
• Ensure assigned vehicle is inspected annually and in a timely manner (control technique);
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• At least Five (5) years’ experience, safe driving record preferably with international organizations.
• Excellent knowledge of Rwanda driving rules, and regulations.
• Ability to produce incident reports and work well with staff;
• Able to work under pressure and/or long hours;
• Physically and mental fit;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and timely decision making;
• Flexible to work in any of the above listed zones.
• Good command of Microsoft Word and Excel.

 Education:

• Possession of A2 Certificate of Secondary Education in Motor-Vehicle mechanical is required or A2 Certificate in any field of education with proven training of motor-vehicle mechanical.
• Proven Knowledge of basic auto mechanics;
• Valid Driver’s license, at least Category B – having additional categories is an asset;
• Possession of defensive driving certificate is an advantage;
• Possession of a first aid training certificate is an advantage;

Language Requirements: Applicant must be a native Kinyarwanda speaker. Knowledge of either English or French languages is an asset.

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.

Only applicants fulfilling the above requirements will be contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks from the submission deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply and learn more about IntraHealth Careers click on the links below:

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

Notes:

• Please, apply before March 9, 2021.
• During the application, each applicant is requested to choose a preferred location (Rubavu, Nyanza, or Rwamagana).

 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

1. Background information

 SOSOMA Industries Ltd is a Limited Company established on November 1^st, 2008 with a capital of sixty million five hundred thirty thousand Rwandan Francs (FRW 60,530,000) divided into 6,053 shares.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd is certified as a Domestic Company registered on n° 101767471 with an Investor Certificate N°C/658/2009.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd sells nutritious high-quality products especially to infant, young and elder people including pregnant women, vulnerable people such as people affected by humanitarian crisis, chronic diseases, …

The Vision of SOSOMA Industries Ltd is to be a leader in provision of safe, quality nutritious foods towards elimination of malnutrition in the region. This will achieved through its missions of producing and supplying safe, high quality, and value-added nutritious foods that focus on customer needs.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd is seeking to recruit experienced Lead Miller with integrity and results-oriented. The position is based in Bugesera for a fixed term contract.

2. Job Description

Job Title:   Lead Miller

Department: Production and Quality Control

Reports to:  Production and Quality Control Manager

• To Conduct tests and assessments of new systems and repairs to ensure quality
• To respond quickly to all service requests and efficiently troubleshoot and repair the mill.
• To communicate estimated budget and timelines for repairs of faults and impacted system.
• Manages Milling equipment Spare Parts inventory for repair days and maintains control.
• To Install new equipment and wiring to expand infrastructure as needed
• To update, accurate, maintain and Perform preventative maintenance on a regular schedule
• To log all services conducted to the maize plant machines and report progress to management
• To Identify timely any technical problem areas on-site that need replacement or repair
• To utilise, to maintain, and to store maintenance tools and equipment properly
• Ensure the efficient management of the operators and increase productivity of the maize plant.
• Responsible for efficient coordination of daily milling activities and assigns daily work to operators
• Participates in daily shift management and assembles and disseminates communications to the appropriate department as needed
• To monitor daily and follow up milling efficiency and product quality for each shift.
• Manage milling equipment spare parts inventory for repair days, maintain control and ensure their procurement process in touch with concerned departments or technical teams.
• Utilize unique millings skills to troubleshoot and perform adjustments as needed
• Implement the resources efficiency and cleaner production basics
• Ensure the compliance with food safety requirement of the products (from raw material to the finished products/by-products), facilities or equipment, and implementation of food hygiene guidelines. To report daily to
• superior the production activities, productivity, and any incidence that may interfere to the daily tasks of the mill.

3. Person Specifications:

Qualifications:

• A0 in mechanical/ electrical engineering or related field;

Experience:

(a)    Work experience for at least 5 years in a food processing company

(b)    Two years supervisory experience required

Key Skills

• Integrity attested by at least 3 referrals;
• Confidentiality and ethical behavior;
• Leadership and organization
• Teamwork;
• People management
• Reporting skills
• Good interpersonal relations;
• Time consciousness;
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines;
• Attention to details.

4. How to apply:

 Interested candidates should submit their application to Recruitment@sosoma.rw not later than Friday 19^th March 2021. Only soft copies will be accepted. Please indicate in the subject line: “Lead Miller in SOSOMA Industries Ltd  ” with the following attachments:

• Motivation/Application Letter;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of academic and professional credentials;
• 3 letters of reference.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidate will be called for next steps.

Done at Kigali, 05^th March 2021

NDAGIJIMANA Diane

Managing Director

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

1. Background information

 SOSOMA Industries Ltd is a Limited Company established on November 1^st, 2008 with a capital of sixty million five hundred thirty thousand Rwandan Francs (FRW 60,530,000) divided into 6,053 shares.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd is certified as a Domestic Company registered on n° 101767471 with an Investor Certificate N°C/658/2009.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd sells nutritious high-quality products especially to infant, young and elder people including pregnant women, vulnerable people such as people affected by humanitarian crisis, chronic diseases, …

The Vision of SOSOMA Industries Ltd is to be a leader in provision of safe, quality nutritious foods towards elimination of malnutrition in the region. This will be achieved through its missions of producing and supplying safe, high quality, and value-added nutritious foods that focus on customer needs.

SOSOMA Industries Ltd is seeking to recruit 8 machines operators with integrity and results-oriented. The position is based in Bugesera for a fixed-term contract.

2. Job Description

Job Title:    Machine Operators (8 persons)

Department:    Production and Quality Control

Reports to:   Lead Miller

• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning, etc.) to start a production cycle
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g., speed) to ensure conformance with specified tolerances.
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Test operation of machines periodically
• Fix minor issues that might occur during the shift
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• conducts inspections of products, services or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Ensure proper cleaning of machines on a regular schedule and keeping records.
• To perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Maintain activity logs

3. Person Specifications:

Qualifications:

• Advanced diploma in A1 in mechanical/ Electrical engineering or related field or A2 with working experience of 5 years in manufacturing company

Experience:

(a)    Work experience for at least 1 year for Advanced diploma holders will be an added advantage

 Key Skills

• Integrity attested by at least 3 referrals;
• able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Confidentiality and ethical behavior;
• Teamwork and communication skills;
• Reporting skills
• Good interpersonal relations;
• Time consciousness;
• Attention to details.
• Physical stamina and strength
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations

4. How to apply:

 Interested candidates should submit their application to Recruitment@sosoma.rw not later than Friday 19^th March 2021. Only soft copies will be accepted. Please indicate in the subject line: “Machine operators  in SOSOMA Industries Ltd  ” with the following attachments:

• Motivation/Application Letter;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of academic and professional credentials;
• 3 letters of reference.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidate will be called for the next steps.

Done at Kigali, 05^th March 2021

 NDAGIJIMANA Diane

Managing Director