Job Announcement

Position: Driver

Job Description:

The Wellspring Foundation for Education is currently working in the Districts of Gasabo and Rubavu through our dynamic education programs to support teachers, leaders and the school community in the promotion of quality and inclusive education for children.

Under the oversight of our Rubavu Finance and Operations Manager the driver will work as part of the logistics team to support the program and operations team. S/he will provide safe and efficient transport to Wellspring staff and guests while ensuring diligent stewardship of the motor vehicle(s) entrusted to his/her care.

The successful candidate will be an experienced driver, preferably with experience working for an NGO driving in rural areas, and have knowledge and skills for taking care of the mechanics of our vehicles. He/she will be a great team player with a proactive can-do and problem-solving approach, excellent time and task management skills, and will work successfully as part of a fun-loving cross-cultural team.

Anticipated start date: March/April 2021

Reports to: Rubavu Finance and Operations Manager

Working closely with: Rubavu Office Assistant, Rubavu Team Leaders, Quality Education and Community Involvement Trainers, and other drivers within the operations team

Location: Rubavu District in all areas including the most rural – with travel to Kigali when necessary

Key external relationships: Garage

Job responsibilities:

• Provide safe and efficient driving support to Wellspring staff or guests as directed by his or her line manager and in keeping with Wellspring’s Vehicle Use Policy.
• Strictly follow all traffic laws of Rwanda.
• Conduct all required regular maintenance & document checks on the vehicle(s) you

are entrusted to drive.

• Faithfully keep accurate logbook records of vehicle use.
• Ensure safe keeping of vehicle keys.
• Keep the interior of the vehicle clean at all times (exterior washing is the responsibility of a support staff team member.
• Ensure all safety and other vehicle equipment is in order.
• Ensure that drinking water and tissues are available for all staff/ guests you are responsible for transporting.
• Politely but firmly maintain the security of your assigned vehicle by remaining at your vehicle or within view of your vehicle wherever reasonably possible
• Ensure that all passengers wear seat belts when these are available in the vehicle.

Requirements for the role:

Qualifications:  

• Holder of at least a Senior Six (A₂) certificate (required)
• Possess a valid driving license with appropriate categories (B is essential). (required)
• Prior to signing of contract, a staff member must have a valid police clearance from the relevant authorities (should be less than 2 months old) (required)

Personal and Spiritual Qualities:

• Positive interpersonal skills (enjoys working with people, encouraging, etc.) (required)
• A problem solver with a positive ‘’can-do’’ approach (required)
• Able to take initiative and work responsibly (required)
• Well organized and extremely punctual. (required)
• Communicates well and in advance about the needs and requirements of the work. (required)
• A Christ-centered individual who has the desire to grow faith (required)

To apply, send:

1. A word processed cover letter explaining why you would like this job and why you are a suitable candidate, (max 1 page – longer letters will be rejected)
2. A full Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of 2 professional referees and 1 referee from your place of worship (max 2 pages – longer CVs will be rejected)
3. A scanned copy of your ID
4. A scanned copy of your Driving license
5. A statement of faith* (max 1 page – longer statements will be rejected)

Applications must be submitted by email (including scanned PDF documents) to the Rubavu Finance and Operations Manager, at this email address: RWrecruitment@thewellspringfoundation.org with ‘Rubavu Driver’’ as the subject (please sign and then scan your documents before sending as PDF attachments by email).

Closing Date for applications: Monday 1^st March 2021, at 5pm

Please note that the assessment (interview and practical test) will take place at our office at the Rubavu office.

Applicants should be currently living in Rubavu District or willing to relocate to Rubavu District for the duration of the contract.

After the interview has taken place and before signing a contract, the successful candidate will submit the following documents:

• A Police Clearance document
• Notarized academic qualification papers and relevant certificates

We thank all candidates for their interest in working with the Wellspring Foundation for Education, but due to large numbers of applications, only successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

*what is a statement of faith? A statement of faith should describe your personal Christian faith journey, your local church involvement, and how you see all this as relevant to your involvement with the Wellspring Foundation for Education.

Senior Technical Advisor – RSS

Rwanda-Kigali

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Overall Responsibilities:

The goal of the global five-year USAID Medicines, Technologies and Pharmaceutical Services (MTaPS) Program is to help low- and middle-income countries to strengthen their pharmaceutical systems to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe, effective, quality-assured, and affordable essential medicines and pharmaceutical services. MTaPS, implemented by Management Sciences for Health (MSH) and partners, will provide technical assistance to the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) and other Ministry of Health departments such as the Rwanda Biomedical Center, the National Tuberculosis (TB) Program (NTP), HIV/AIDS Program and maternal, neonatal and child health (MNCH) program to improve the availability and use of essential pharmaceuticals through stronger pharmaceutical regulatory systems.

The Senior Technical Advisor – Regulatory Systems Strengthening (RSS) provides technical assistance to the Rwanda FDA and Ministry of Health to build capacity and strengthen fundamental medical products regulatory processes (activities) including product registration, inspection of pharmacies and distributors of medical products, pharmacovigilance, and post-marketing surveillance.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Support 40%

• Prepare and give technical presentations on key project activities and achievements as needed.

• Work with Senior Technical Advisor – Pharmaceutical Services and team to develop technical documents required for strengthening medical products regulatory systems at Rwanda FDA.

• Organize and facilitate training for the Rwanda FDA staff as part of the capacity building process.

• In coordination with relevant partners, provide technical assistance to Rwanda FDA to strengthen institutional and individual capacity, management systems, and governance of regulatory functions and activities.

• Support Rwanda FDA to review and strengthen pharmaceutical registration processes, systems, and tools, including through continuous quality improvement approaches.

• In collaboration with other partners, support Rwanda FDA to review its operational processes including regulatory aspects to improve licensing of establishments, regulatory inspections, pharmacovigilance, post-marketing surveillance, and enforcement systems and tools.

• In collaboration with relevant partners, provide technical assistance to Rwanda FDA for effective implementation of action plan based on its four year strategic plan.

Coordination 20%

• Work closely with the MTaPS Rwanda Management Team and the Finance and Administration Manager to develop and monitor appropriate/adequate budgets to support relevant technical activities.

• Report regularly to the Country Program Director on progress/results achieved in technical work plans and barriers encountered, and resolve any challenges faced.

• Represent the program at various technical meetings with other cooperating agencies and participate in various working groups as required, including making technical presentations on key activities and achievements of assigned areas as needed.

• Maintain close liaison and coordination with senior officials in the MOH and Rwanda FDA and other key stakeholders e.g. WHO, USAID PSM project, to ensure technical assistance activities are carried out with their active participation for building ownership.

• Work closely with the Country Program Director and other MTaPS team members to ensure technical work plans are being implemented in a timely and technically sound manner, and productively leverage collaboration with key government and other stakeholders and partners.

Capacity Building 20%

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of capacity building activities for Rwanda FDA and MOH included in the MTaPS Rwanda work plan.

• Work with Senior Technical Advisor – Pharmaceutical Services and other team members to build sustainable capacity to manage the pharmacovigilance program, including scaling-up pharmacovigilance reporting country wide to include public and private health facilities, and pharmaceutical companies.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Monitoring & Evaluation 20%

• Contribute to the development of country project M&E plan and support the collection and validation of relevant data to report project indicators.

• Contribute to the adequate documentation and dissemination of program results and lessons learned, including the development and submission of project’s mandatory reports, technical documents, and reports; success stories, and abstracts and articles for scientific journals and conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required:

• Master’s Degree in pharmacy or public health with other relevant pharmaceutical discipline and hands-on experience in public health programs especially related to medical products regulation.

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in a health-related field

Experience

Required:

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in areas of pharmaceuticals and health technologies management, regulatory systems strengthening related projects, pharmacovigilance, preferably with international donors and organizations such as USAID, Global Fund, UN agencies-WHO and World Bank.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience in regulatory affairs specifically medicines registration required, and additionally regulatory inspection, and pharmacovigilance in low- and middle-income countries desired.

• Knowledge of international regulatory guidelines including pharmacovigilance guidelines (e.g., WHO, ICH, PIC/S, EMA, FDA, GHTF, ISO, etc.)

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing regulatory (including pharmacovigilance) systems strengthening interventions obtained from working with national regulatory authority, national pharmacovigilance centers, or from the pharmaceutical industry preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory systems of low and middle-income countries preferably Rwanda and other African countries

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team-oriented, culturally diverse environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, communication skills, training experience, ability to identify and resolve policy and operational constraints.

• Experience and ability working with senior government officials.

• Experience with USAID and other donor agencies desirable.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English.

• Demonstrated intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Project a plus.

• English fluency required including speaking, writing, and reading; additional proficiency in French and/or Rwandese language a plus.

Competencies

• Functional competencies: Highly motivated, resourceful, results driven and persistent. Ability to think strategically, gather and analyze information in order to make appropriate decisions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Core MSH competencies: adaptability, communication, problem-solving, creativity and innovation, timeliness of work, quality of work and team relationships, resource utilization.

• Sound judgment, self-motivated, strong initiative.

Physical demands:

Travel requirements:

• Ability to travel in-country to support technical activities.

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including to the US as needed.

Keyboard use, Pulling drawers,

Lifting papers <10lbs., ETC.

MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.

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Company Overview

Africa Healthcare Network (AHN) is building the first dialysis chain across East Africa, providing high-quality, life-saving dialysis at an affordable cost to both the local patient population and patients from neighboring countries, which do not have centres of their own. AHN brings world-class technical expertise combined with developing world practical operating experience to a region in dire need of quality dialysis treatment. In North America, over 97% of patients requiring treatment for kidney disease receive care; in East Africa, less than 5% receive care. AHN’s goal is to increase access to high quality care at a lower cost to patients, delivered through a sustainable business model.

AHN is undergoing rapid growth in Rwanda and is looking for a finance assistant that will support continuous ethical management of financial transactions and work closely with the Financial Controller (FO), Operations Manager, CEO and Country Head to build the business.

Job summary

The finance assistant is responsible for supporting continuous management of financial transactions and periodic generation of management financial statements on monthly basis, quarterly basis, and annual basis.

Duties and responsibilities

• Executing daily transactions classification and recording keeping using Microsoft excel.
• Posting transactions on Quick Books basing on accrual accounting principle.
• Updating accounts payables and receivables on Microsoft excel spreadsheets and on Quick Books, basing on payments, debit notes, and credit notes.
• Analyzing financial data using Microsoft excel functions.
• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with all files and correspondence
• Facilitating preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on daily clinical bills and trackers.
• Support writing of progress and annual reports.
• Support the development of information and policy.
• Administrative and project liaison support.
• Follow-up report submission and disbursement of funds.
• Assist the due diligence processes of potential partners.
• Maintain and regularly update travel plans and provide updated reports to the team.
• Communicate with travel agencies to obtain estimated fares.
• Reconcile travel expenditures for all team members and submit them for authorization and payment.
• The post holder may additionally be called upon to undertake any other duties and tasks appropriate to the role and level of the position.
• Perform any other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or CPA Certification.
• 1 – 2 years of experience in Finance, Accountancy or operations management
• Strong understanding of IAS, IFRSs, ISAs, and Rwanda tax laws.
• Work experience in healthcare sector is a plus
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience building and maintaining customer and supplier relationships
• Ability to work through sensitive political contexts and develop strong relationships with government officials and multilateral organizations
• Strong work ethic and flexibility, respectful of local norms and culture, ability to work with humility and urgency
• High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Speaks fluent English

Ethical Concern

• Africa Healthcare Network Rwanda (AHN) in an equal opportunity employer, therefore all ethical and competent applicants from all races, gender, and all ethnic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates can submit their CV/Resume, Cover letter and any relevant certificates to patrick@africahealthcarenetwork.com & pasteur@africahealthcarenetwork.com

Deadline: February 25^th 2021

About VSO

VSO is the world’s leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to create a fair world for everyone. Working in 24 countries around the world, our unique role in international development is to place committed volunteers with carefully selected organisations where their skills can have the greatest impact. Our extraordinary volunteers live and work in some of the world’s poorest communities. Sharing their unique skills and experience to generate new ideas and new ways of doing things, helping the communities they work in lift themselves out of poverty. We’re not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change, that will impact generations to come. Join us and help us work towards our vision of a fair world for everyone.
Role overview

You will oversee the quality implementation of the 4year Twigire mu Mikino Rwanda Early Childhood and Care Education (TMR ECCE) Project complying with the donor (LEGO) requirements and VSO Volunteering for Development Approach while continuously adhering to strategic focus for planned inception, implementation, and approaches. You will manage a dedicated team of provincial coordinators responsible for the day to day implementation of the project, key stakeholders and partnership at provincial, district and sector levels. You will ensure that the projects implementation adhere to our safeguarding, duty of care, and fraud mitigation policies and processes.

Skills, qualifications and experience required

Essential:

• A relevant degree or equivalent in Project Management, Education, social work, development studies with knowledge and experience of management of Child centered Education development project.
• Excellent understanding and significant experience of the project management.
• Substantial experience in coordinating and delivering complex Education development programmes and teams, preferably with experience of working with partners and donors.
• Experience of coaching and building the capacity of others to enhance quality delivery.
• Experience of financial management, including building a budget, monitoring, and managing expenditure. Previous experience of having compiled financial reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience of compiling donor reports.
• Experience and knowledge of the country of operation.

Desirable:

Practical experience gained within a volunteering/NGO context and working within an international team.

Strong representation and influencing skills to maintain excellent relations with partners, civil society platforms, internal and external stakeholders.

Competencies and Behaviour

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

Ability to be open minded and respectful

Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations

Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships

Ability to seek and share knowledge

Equal Opportunities

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

How to apply

Once you’re ready to apply, click on ‘make an application’ below to complete the online form.
Application closing date- 24 Feb 2021
Interview/Assessment date(s) – TBA
Start date- March 2021

Click here to download the job description in PDF format

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1.Public Health Officer – COVID-19 Vaccination, Planning and M&E (SSA)

Background and Justification

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the countries’ economies and   social progress in all parts of the world. To respond to this unprecedented pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with other partners is supporting the global efforts to accelerate the development, fair and equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines through COVAX Facility and COVAX Advanced Market Commitment (AMC) established to support low income countries.

With these efforts, three vaccine candidates have completed the phase three of clinical evaluation and have been granted NRAs approvals for emergency use. The vaccines are being used in the USA and some countries of Europe.

Rwanda is among the countries supported by COVAX/AMC, expecting to receive the first shipments of vaccines by the first quarter of 2021. The country is preparing for the introduction and deployment of the COVID-19 vaccines by March 2021 and vaccinate 23.6% of the population by the end of 2021.

The introduction of COVID-19 vaccination varies greatly from routine immunization as both the target population (prioritized groups of all ages vs. children) and implementation strategies (large campaigns occurring simultaneously through Rwanda with prioritized groups vs on-going routine immunization) will be different. These unique attributes make the COVID-19 vaccine introduction challenging. In view of these challenges, the Government of Rwanda has indicated the need for additional staff to support coordination and planning for readiness for COVID-19 vaccine deployment.

*Purpose of the Position

The incumbent will provide technical support for the coordination, planning, monitoring and evaluation of COVID-19 vaccine introduction readiness and deployment. This includes the technical support for strengthening the coordination of all stakeholders and coordinating committees, providing technical guidance for policy and regulations related to COVID-19 vaccines registration, use and safety, development and adaptation of technical guidelines, SOPs, monitoring and evaluation tools and support the capacity building for the introduction of COVID-19 at national and subnational level.

1. Job Description

Organizational context

Under the overall guidance of WHO Representative for Rwanda, and the direct supervision of the WHO EPI focal point, in collaboration with the Rwanda Biomedical Center/Maternal Child and Community Health (MCCH) division, the incumbent will provide support for coordination, planning and monitoring the implementation of COVID-19 vaccine introduction readiness activities.

Summary of Assigned Duties

The incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Provide technical support for the coordination of national stakeholders and   COVID-19 vaccine introduction and deployment coordinating committees including SAG, NTWGs, NITAG, ICC and ensure recommendations are timely implemented
2. Provide technical advice for evidence-based policies for prioritization, compensation mechanisms and regulations related to the emergency use of COVID-19 vaccines
3. Provide technical support for the development or adaptation of guidelines, SOPs monitoring and evaluation tools including data collection and management tools
4.  Provide technical support for the adaptation of COVID-19 surveillance system including the development/adaptation of surveillance guidelines and data management tools, to generate evidence for vaccine effectiveness and impact evaluation
5. Support to develop protocols regarding consent to vaccinations, process for agreeing or refusing vaccination, and to establish measures to protect those who refuse vaccination.
6. Provide technical support for the adaptation of WHO training materials and support national level training of trainers
7. Support MOH to develop strategy for resources mobilization to support the implementation of National Deployment and Vaccination Plan (NDVP)
8. Collaborate with supply chain management and logistic teams to ensure vaccine and ancillaries, and PPEs supplies are available and timely distributed to the districts
9. Perform any other COVID-19 vaccination related activities as requested by the WR, and the immediate supervisor

Recruitment Profile

Competencies

• Producing results*
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences*
• Teamwork*
• Promoting innovation and organizational learning
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Technical expertise in public health and epidemiology, planning, national health programme management and coordination of national health program,
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues at national and international levels and to train others.
• Experience within the health system in Rwanda at national and subnational level
•  Proven ability and experience to plan, execute, supervise and manage a large national health programme.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to write in a clear and concise manner and give technical advice and guidance taking into consideration the views of multiple stakeholders and partners in resource-limited contexts;
• Proven ability to promote consensus, communicate progress and results, and resolve issues in a proactive manner, while ensuring effective work practices and ethics.

Education Qualifications

• Essential

University degree in Medicine, Health sciences or related field with specialized training in immunization

• Desirable

Advanced university degree in Public Health or Epidemiology

Experience

• Essential

At least five (5) years of working experience in public health program management including planning, monitoring and evaluation.

• Desirable

Experience in planning, monitoring and evaluation of national immunization program, including the introduction of new vaccines and implementation, monitoring and evaluation of national wide immunization campaigns,

Working experience at operational as well as policy levels of the health system.

Previous experience with WHO, other UN agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or a non-governmental organization

1. Use of Language Skills

Excellent knowledge of English or French.

Other Skills

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

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2.IT Officer – Immunization e-tracker (SSA)

1. Background and Justification

Rwanda immunization program is among health programs which contribute to reduction of child morbidity and mortality, having in the program 12 antigens administered into routine immunization.

The immunization information system has played a critical role in producing the information that guided strategic interventions to strengthen the immunization system. It is therefore important to have real time information that fulfills the criteria of quality, coverage, and credibility to timely address gaps and challenges.

With the support of partners, the immunization information system recently shifted from paper based to electronic immunization registry in the framework to enable the system to produce real time and high-quality data to support evidence for decision making towards improving the program performance and management. An immunization e-tracker software was established into DHIS2 and deployed in all health centers. Key users were trained and computers (desktop) were distributed to support data management

Since September 2019, the immunization e-tracker has been deployed in all health center and data are being uploaded into the system. However, day to day management of the system and addressing the users’ concerns have been challenging, highlighting the need permanent IT support to perform all the real-time trouble shooting   to improve the functionality of the system and ensure the continuous capacity building of the end users.

*Purpose of the Position

The incumbent will provide technical support for the day to day monitoring of the functionality of immunization e-tracker, provide necessary support for the improvement of the system at all level of health information system as required and support health facilities to improve data collection and reporting into the system.

1. Job Description

*Organizational context

Under the overall guidance of WHO Representative Rwanda, and the direct supervision of the WHO EPI focal point, in collaboration with the Maternal Child and Community Health (MCCH) division the IT will provide support for immunization data management, ensuring the e-tracker is fully functional and end users are regularly updated on the functionality of the system. The IT officer will be seconded to the MOH/HIMS program and will work closely with vaccine preventable diseases program unit. The incumbent will remotely provide support to all health centers as required but also conduct field visit to assist with data quality checks if necessary.

*Summary of Assigned Duties

The incumbent should ensure quality is maintained all throughout the delivery of the system, particularly in:

1.Requirements gathering;

2.Hardware deployment, hosting, and networking set-up;

3.System/ data workflow management;

4.Authorization workflow handling, to ensure it is handled in accordance with the pre-defined hierarchy within.

5.Ensure the full maintenance of the system

6.Develop reporting functionality, controls and validation and dashboard in vaccination tracker;

7.Provide technical support, troubleshoot and resolve issues, develops and maintain up to date documentation, and work to escalate issues as per processes setup;

8.Review of data integrity: provide assurance that the database design and structure provide the best possible design for the organizational needs and corresponding application and future integration needs.

9.Built capacity of the RBC/EPI staff and district hospital EPI data managers and supervisors.

1. Recruitment Profile

Competencies: Generic

Describe the core, management or leadership competencies required

(See WHO competency model – list in order of priority, commencing with the most important ones.)

• Producing results*
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences*
• Teamwork*
• Promoting innovation and organizational learning
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to write in a clear and concise manner and give technical advice and guidance taking into consideration the views of multiple stakeholders and partners in resource-limited contexts;
• Proven ability to promote consensus, communicate progress and results, and resolve issues in a proactive manner, while ensuring effective work practices and ethics.

*Describe the essential knowledge and the skills specific to the position

Education Qualifications

Secondary School, Technical or Commercial School in Information Technology, Computer Science or similar with additional professional trainings/specialization in DHIS-2 and good knowledge of health information system

Experience

Essential

At least 10 to 15 years of working experience; in undertaking in DHIS2 customization and management and proven experience in DHIS2 implementation and virtualization platforms, software change management, user acceptance testing and end user training.

Desirable

Extensive working experience in Health information management system and DHIS2 implementation at National and subnational level.

Previous experience with WHO, other UN agencies, immunization teams and health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or a non-governmental organization is desirable.

1. Use of Language Skills

Excellent knowledge of English or French

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

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3.Public Health Officer – COVID-19 Vaccine, Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) Surveillance (SSA)

1. Background and Justification

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the countries’ economies and   social progress in all parts of the world. To respond to this unprecedented pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with other partners is supporting the global efforts to accelerate the development, fair and equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines through COVAX Facility and COVAX Advanced Market Commitment (AMC) established to support low income countries.

With these efforts, three vaccine candidates have completed the phase three clinical of evaluation and have been granted NRAs approvals for emergency use. The vaccines are being used in the USA and some countries of Europe.

Rwanda is among the countries supported by COVAX/AMC, expecting to receive the first shipments of vaccines by the first quarter of 2021 and vaccinate 23.6% of the population by the end of 2021, and is preparing for the introduction by April 2021

The introduction of COVID-19 vaccination varies greatly from routine immunization as both the target population (prioritized groups of all ages vs. children) and implementation strategies (large campaigns occurring simultaneously through Rwanda with prioritized groups vs on-going routine immunization) will be different. In addition, the deployment and administration may involve more vaccines with different presentations, from different manufacturers, and use of new technologies never licensed, against a novel pathogen with many unknowns. This highlights the complexity of COVID-19 vaccines safety monitoring requiring the establishment of a robust Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) surveillance system with capacities to timely respond to COVID-19 vaccine AEFIs cases.

It is in this context that the Government of Rwanda has expressed the need for additional staff to support planning for strengthening the routine AEFIs surveillance system to ensure COVID-19 vaccine related AEFIs and adverse events of special interest (AESI) will be timely detected, investigated and analyzed for appropriate response to minimize the negative impact of these events on the immunization program and maintain the public confidence

*Purpose of the Position

The incumbent will provide technical support for planning and monitoring AEFI surveillance systems for the management of increased frequency or severity of AEFIs (mild, moderate and severe). This includes enhancing capacity of the existing AEFI surveillance system for timely reporting, investigation and response to COVID-19 vaccine related AEFIs or AESIs.

1. Job Description

Organizational context

Under the overall guidance of WHO Representative Rwanda, and the direct supervision of the WHO EPI focal point, in collaboration with the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC)/ Maternal Child and Community Health(MCCH) division and Rwanda Food and Drug Authority (RFDA)/ Pharmacovigilance and safety monitoring division, the incumbent will provide support to strengthen the capacity of the existing AEFI surveillance system for appropriate response to COVID-19 vaccines AEFIs or AESIs

Summary of Assigned Duties

The incumbent will perform the following duties

1. Provide technical support for the assessment of the existing AEFI surveillance system to identify gaps and develop a plan of activities to address the challenges
2. Provide technical support for the development/adaptation of pharmacovigilance   guidelines, SOPs and tools for planning and conducting vaccine pharmacovigilance activities
3. Support capacity building of national and subnational health professional on AEFI and AESI surveillance, investigation and response
4. Organize training of the AEFI committee for the review COVID-19 vaccines safety data
5. Support to define roles and responsibilities and establish a coordination mechanism between relevant stakeholders for exchange of COVID-19 Vaccine safety information, define and secure channels of data sharing mechanisms for COVID-19 vaccine safety data and findings with relevant regional and international partners.
6. Provide technical guidance and advice for establishing compensation schemes in case of unintended health consequences as result of vaccines, including no-fault liability funds.
7. Provide technical support for the development of AEFI crisis management plan and risk communication
8. Liaise with the communication experts to ensure vaccine safety issues are taken into consideration in communication planning and key messages are prepared for the management of misinformation surrounding COVID-19 vaccine
9. Liaise with communication experts to assist in the training of focal points for vaccine safety at sub-national level on how to identify and respond to vaccine safety issues on social media
10. Perform any other COVID-19 vaccination related activities as requested by the WR, and the immediate supervisor

1. Recruitment Profile

Competencies

• Producing results
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences*
• Teamwork
• Promoting innovation and organizational learning
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Technical expertise in planning, monitoring and evaluation of health program,
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues at sub-national, national and international levels
• Experience within the health system in Rwanda at national and subnational level

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to write in a clear and concise manner
• Proven ability to promote consensus, communicate progress and results, and resolve issues in a proactive manner, while ensuring effective work practices and ethics.

Education Qualifications

• Essential

University degree in Medicine, Health sciences or related field

Desirable

Advanced university degree in Public Health or Epidemiology

Experience

• Essential

At least five (5) years of working experience in public health surveillance, pharmacovigilance and/or implementation of clinical trials.

• Desirable

Working experience in routine immunization program implementation, AEFIs surveillance and response.

Previous experience with WHO, other UN agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or a non-governmental organization.

Use of Language Skills

Excellent knowledge of English or French.

Other Skills

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

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1.Internal Communications and Content Development Specialist 

Reporting: Internal Communications and Content Development Specialist will report to the Head of Public Relations.

a) Duties and Responsibilities

The Internal Communication and content Development Specialist will be called to:

1. Establish an internal communication strategy in conjunction with senior specialist
2. Implement WASAC Customer communication strategy ;
3. Ensure water and Sanitation projects are successfully communicated the different
4. Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications mediums, such as a staff intranet, monthly magazine or regular email bulletin.
5. Work with Multimedia Communication Specialist especially on projects documentation;
6. Manage social media and develop new channels to communicate with staff internally;
7. Draft messages or scripts from the management for presentation to employees in written or spoken form
8. Ensure internal communication messages are consistent across all mediums for different departments of WASAC and external customers;
9. Increase awareness of all commercial and technical operations among different stakeholders
10. Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages
11. Gather and address staff and customers concern and adjust communications content accordingly
12. Handle the internal communication crisis and propose adequate responses
13. Event coordination as and when required.
14. Intranet / web editor supporting the wider team to ensure intranet pages remain up to date
15. Support audio visual content development
16. Provide content for existing corporate communication channels.

b) Required key skills; The applicant must demonstrate the following skills:

Writing skills: There is a need of proven writing, editing and proofreading skills as well as the journalistic ability to source stories from employees;

Speaking skills: strong Effective communication skills are required as the incumbent is likely to be called on to give presentations to staff and external customers’ sensitivity to the organisation’s goals and values and the ability to relay them to employees and different stakeholders is highly needed;

Interpersonal skills: Good interpersonal and relationship-building skills in order to work with communications and HR departments. The incumbent should possess the confidence to deal with senior executives and clearly express his ideas and or communication techniques.

Creative skills required is the creative ability to devise communication strategies in digital format and for this familiarity with information technology, especially digital and video means of communication, is essential.

C) ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Ability to work under minimum supervision and sometimes work under pressure for timely communication deliveries.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with an eye for accuracy and
• Digital and social media analytics tools (Google Analytics or Web trends, etc.).
• Web services / tools (HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/jQuery).
• Design audio visual software’s (adobe illustrator, Photoshop,Audition as well as premiere & various image editors.
• Social media networks and digital tools (games, apps, plugins, etc.)
• Implementation of digital projects campaign planning
• Managing web content, including writing, editing and moderating
• Developing and delivering successful internal digital and social media campaigns

Minimum Qualifications and work experience

The applicant should

• Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Journalism, Communication, International Relations, Mass Communication or Digital communication.
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of a particular aspect of corporate communication
• Have at least four (4) year of working experience in the field of Public Relations or other communications related works, proven by service certificates.

HOW TO APPLY

The interested candidates must submit the require, soft documents to WASAC LTD through Email: recruitments@wasac.rw not later than 24/02/ 2021 at 05:00 PM

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED

• Job Application form on WASAC website
• Copy (ies) of Degree (s) and related certificate (s)
• Copy (ies) of service (s) certificate (s) as proof of the required working experience is a MUST

Note 1. To get more information and access to the application form, please visit WASAC website www.wasac.rw, click on Career, then click on Job, download and get the form under useful links.

All Applicants must apply only using the email and all documents must be in one zipped file. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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2.Multimedia Communication Specialist

MULTIMEDIA COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST (1)

Reporting: The Multimedia Communication Specialist will report to the Head of Public Relations.

a) Duties and Responsibilities

The Multimedia Communication Specialist will be called to:

• Strategically conceptualize, designs and execute graphic artwork and a wide range of multimedia solutions in support of WASAC branding with limited supervision.
• Lead all aspects of multimedia production from intake through completion, working where possible and appropriate with staff, including but not limited to: Scheduling, storyboarding, equipment management; digital capture, edit, distribution; archiving as well as digital messages
• Photograph various WASAC projects, ongoing, completed projects of Water and Sanitation, and some daily operations;
• Edit photos and videos materials to be used on social media.
• Maintain an organized archive of WASAC pictorials on hard drives and online.
• Collect on-camera interviews, edit them and produce final product as documentary, spots, Highlight, etc
• Design promotional materials, including WASAC’s annual report, and other overviews of key WASAC initiatives.
• Take the lead in updating website and keeping it dynamic.
• Design social media content and info graphics
• May assist with recording, editing, and posting of podcasts.
• Create compelling original videos about WASAC and graphic design materials such as posters, save the dates, seasonal wishes and invitations.
• Train, oversee and monitor Communications’ team multimedia interns.
• Coordinate all graphic production scheduling, including preparing final layouts for WASAC Magazine, and all other materials to print.
• Perform other communication related work as needed.

b) Minimum Qualifications and experience

The applicant should

• Hold at least Bachelor’s degree (BA) in journalism, Communication, International Relations, Multimedia, Graphics Design, or any field related to Audio Visual.
• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of a particular aspect of multimedia or
• Have at least four years of working experience in the field of Audio Visual Production, Multimedia, Video Journalism, Graphic Design, Digital Communication, proven by service certificates.

c) Required skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated proficiency in photo and video journalism (editing).
• Operate DSLR cameras using manual settings; event photography experience.
• Comfortable filming video using a DSLR camera, as well as capturing high quality audio when filming interviews.
• Edit and organize photos using the Adobe Creative Suite (Camera Raw, Photoshop, InDesign Bridge, Lightroom, etc.).
• Edit videos up to 60 minutes long using Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premier.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign to produce attractive, professional
• Familiarity with audio production.
• Working knowledge with social media, skillful with online tools and social media
• Handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
• Creativity and an ability to think outside-the-box.
• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling and style.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Work independently with a high degree of initiative.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Set priorities, and meet deadlines.

HOW TO APPLY

The interested candidates must submit the require, soft documents to WASAC LTD through Email: recruitments@wasac.rw not later than 24/02/ 2021 at 05:00 PM

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED

• Job Application form on WASAC website
• Copy (ies) of Degree (s) and related certificate (s)
• Copy (ies) of service (s) certificate (s) as proof of the required working experience is a MUST

Note 1. To get more information and access to the application form, please visit WASAC website www.wasac.rw, click on Career, then click on Job, download and get the form under useful links.

All Applicants must apply only using the email and all documents must be in one zipped file. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY (DEPUTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR)

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 28 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions are currently reaching more than 1.5 million people.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly-qualified, dedicated and experienced national for the role of Deputy Chief of Party (Deputy Program Director). This critical position will be based at the Kigali Head Office and reporting to the Chief of Party.

Purpose of the position:

The Deputy Chief of Party (Deputy Program Director) is responsible for the management of the anticipated USAID-funded Homes and Communities Activity. This potential five-year award will improve home and community support for literacy learning. S/he ensures proper grant implementation, financial accountability, staffing, planning and reporting as assigned by Chief of Party. Please note that this position is contingent upon funding and donor approval.

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP) will be responsible for providing technical input to guide planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. S/he will also be responsible to liaise with counterparts and partners at the technical level, provide opinion on the soundness and feasibility of new approaches, train staff on key concepts and improve their technical competencies, and manage an effective learning process to make adjustments as needed.

The major responsibilities include:

Minimum education, training, and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

• Master’s degree in the relevant field or equivalent experience in program management
• At least seven (7) years of relevant working experience. Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in Rwanda is desirable
• Proven ability to manage technical assistance teams
• Demonstrated accomplishment in working with host-country professionals, ministries and with donor colleagues in country
• Experience in integrating gender and youth into complex programming (inclusive programming)
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain good relations with relevant partners including government, donors and other partners
• Familiarity with USAID requirements
• Strong presentation and report writing skills
• Well-organized, able to work independently, skilled at handling multiple tasks, diplomatic and able to adhere to deadlines.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in managing inter-agency consortiums
• Understanding of education sector policies and strategies in Rwanda
• Experience in fundraising
• Experience in managing and/or supporting education programming, preferably at the Director or Deputy Director level.

Work Environment:

 Be prepared to travel to implementation sites and regional, global meetings as required.

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

NB: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda

If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 25th February 2021; no late applications will be accepted.

World Vision is committed to adult and child safeguarding and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children and vulnerable adults. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

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BK TecHouse Ltd. is a Digital, Lean-Agile Technology Company dedicated to delighting our customers, employees and shareholders
by providing high quality Innovative Technology products and services that empower our customers to strive in a fast-changing
market. We provide equal employment opportunity for all, promote Servant Leadership and behave with integrity and transparency. A
career with BK TecHouse offers greater opportunity, greater challenge and greater satisfaction.
BK TecHouse Ltd. would like to recruit qualified and competent individuals who fulfill the required conditions for the positions as
indicated in the below Terms of Reference:

1.  Chief Technology Officer/CTO (1)

Background information

Job Title: Chief Technology Officer
Institution: BK TecHouse Ltd.
Department/ Section/Unit: Technology Delivery
Location: Kigali-Rwanda

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Indirect report: N/A
Direct Reports:
Director of Software Development
Director of Operations & Business Development

2. Purpose of the Job

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will be in charge of all company technology and technological resources. As such he will:
Establish the company technology vision, strategies and plans for growth;
Supervise the system and quality assurance process;
Maintain and improve all technological issues in the company
Ensure technologies are used efficiently, profitably and securely;
Take the initiative in technology thought leadership, innovation and creativity; and
Evaluate and implement new systems and infrastructure; and

3. Main responsibilities for the job

• Setting company technical vision and leading the company’s technological development;
• Developing strategic plans and setting timelines for evaluation, development, and deployment of all technical, web, and mobile services;
• Identifying, compare, select and implement technology solutions to meet current and future needs;
• Leading the strategy for technology platforms, partnerships and external relationships;
• Creating overall technology standards and practices and ensure adherence;
• Consolidating our technology platforms and create plans for each;
• Tracking, analyzing and monitoring technology performance metrics;
• Overseeing all system design and changes in system architecture;
• Keeping abreast of new trends and best practices in the technology landscape;
• Supervising quality assurance processes, integration, and system tests;
• Establishing software development process and set objectives for the process;
• Sharing technological visions, opportunities, and risks company-wide;
• Ensuring the company’s technological processes and service comply with all requirements, laws, and regulations;
• Developing, tracking and controlling the development of annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing and operations;
• Overseeing Business Development and Operations to define and deliver new products and enhancements;
• Monitoring performance profiling tools and procedures;
• Developing and implementing disaster and emergency recovery plans;
• Collaborating with department heads as an advisor of all technologies involved with the company;
• Representing the company at conferences and networking events.

4. Working relationship

• Finance Team,
• Internal Control and & Compliance Team

5. Academic, Professional qualification and experience
a) Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
b) MBA will be of added value;
c) 8 to 10 years’ experience in a software development role, Information Technology role, or related field;
d) 5 years in Management or Leadership role;
e) In-depth knowledge of web systems architecture, design and development;
f) Hands on experience with complex project management;
g) Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills;
h) Excellent organizational and time-management skills;
i) Effective negotiation and vendor management skills;
j) Proactive problem solver.
6. Core Competence
a) Technology & Architecture: CTO is a key decision-maker who chooses the tech stack, programming language, and
framework. As a technology visionary, he focuses on leading the architects, innovation, and general IT operations. He need to
know the ins and outs of the software development life cycle and needs to be experienced enough to incorporate strategies to
accelerate time-to-market. As such he should be abreast of below competences

• Web & Mobile Application design and implementation;
• Cloud computing/Virtualization
• Data Science knoweledge
• Systems and data integration
• Clarity, Rally, Jira Align, Jira, qTest
• Custom & Package implementation (Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, Siebel)
• SOA, SaaS Artchitecture Framework
• Infrastructure/Network/Monitoring/Data Resilience & Stability
• Best in Class Methodology (Agile, Waterflow SDLC, SaFe)
• MS Office 365, Project & PowerBI.

b) Strategic & Planning of technology resources: A CTO is expected to research and create strategies, improve an IT
infrastructure and fine-tune engineering team efforts to align with business priorities. As such he should be abreast of below
competences:

• Enterprise transformation
• Program & Project Management
• Business Process improvement
• IT Strategic planning & Roadmap
• Business consulting
• DevOps assessment & Readiness
• IT sourcing & Managed Services
• Solutions optimization & Analysis
• IT Compliance & Audit Controls: PCI, CPNI, SOX
• IT Governance & Best Practices: ITIL & ITSM
• Budgeting & contract negotiation skills
• Capacity & Business Continuity planning
• Leadership and Engagement: A CTO needs to be able to provide leadership for the technical strategy in order to accomplish the company strategic goals. As such he needs to be equipped with below skills set:
• Team Building, Training and Development
• Highly Organized, Results Driven, Self-starter, Multi-tasking in Fast-paced Environment
• Strong Analytical Abilities & Problem/Decision Resolution
• Change/Release & Risk Management
• Client/Vendor Relationship, SOW & SLA Management.
  7. How to apply
  Submit your CV to bktechouse@bk.rw by 22 February 2021

2. Head of internal audit & compliance (1)

1. Background information
Job Title: Head of Internal Audit & Compliance
Institution: BK TecHouse Ltd.
Department/ Section/Unit: Internal Audit & Compliance
Location: Kigali-Rwanda
Reports to: Board of Directors Indirect report to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports:

• Data Governance Specialist
• Cyber security specialist
• 2. Purpose of the Job
  The position of Internal audit & compliance Manager consists of:
  Evaluate overall company activities and give assurance of adequate control measures within functional departments;
  Providing organizations with guidance on financial accuracy, internal controls and regulatory compliance. He examinesand improves operating practices, and financial and risk management processes of the organization.

•  3. Main responsibilities for the job

• Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls;
• Develop, implement and maintain internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with local and internal best practice;
• Compile and implement the annual internal Audit plan;
• Provide consulting and advisory services, beyond internal auditing assurance services, to assist management in meeting its objectives; and, maintain a quality assurance program by which the function assures the operation of internal auditing activities;
• Liaise with the external auditors as appropriate, for the purpose of providing optimal audit coverage;
• Carry out special audits and investigations as may be required by the Board of Directors and/ or Management in case fraudulent activity is suspected;
• Follow up on the implementation of different reporting Standards and various procedures, laws, rules, regulations, external audit or donor recommendations;
• Follow up on the implementation of internal audit recommendations and continuous monitoring of the control
  environment;
• Manage resources and audit assignments;
• Maintain open communication with management and Board of Directors;
• Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum;
• Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards;
• Ensure complete, accurate and timely audit information is reported to Board and/ or Management

4. Working relationship

• Internal: Finance Team & Technical Team
• External: Board Directors & External Auditors.

5. Academic, Professional qualification and experience
a) BS or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related subject;
b) Knowledge of accounting packages such as Oracle, Sun, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SAGE, Pastel, QuickBooks etc.;
c) Preferable be in possession of an internationally recognized Professional Accounting Qualifications (CIA, CPA, ACA, CIPFA,
CIMA or its equivalent, Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Registrar Accreditation Board (RAB) etc.;
d) Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors;
e) Five (5) years, with four (4) years relevant experience as an Internal and Risk Auditor

6. Core Competence
a) Thorough understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and various procedures, laws, rules and regulations;
b) Ability to implement performance management systems, giving candid performance feedback, rewarding desirable behaviors
and providing support to professional development efforts linked to strategic objectives;
c) Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, data base, spread sheets, accounting packages, email, internet
and the workflow process;
d) Ability to maintain high standards of integrity; establish straightforward, productive relationships; treating individuals with
fairness and respect;
e) Strong communication and presentation skills including ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as
write reports and prepare relevant publications;
f) Risk management and audit processes, General fraud prevention strategies, Problem solving and analysis;
g) Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills;
h) Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task;
i) Excellent documentation, community and IT skills;
f) Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
7. How to apply
Submit your CV to bktechouse@bk.rw

Job Description

As a Client Support Executive at Deriv.com, you will assist our clients with issues regarding our products and services, build a mutually beneficial relationship with them, and encourage them to try new products. You will also keep track of recurring issues and report clients’ feedback to other teams. If you are a fresh graduate, you can still apply for this role, provided that you value competence, integrity, and teamwork and are passionate about helping clients. By delivering world-class customer service, you will forge client loyalty and promote business growth.

• Resolve complex customer care issues through careful investigation and in keeping with existing policies and procedures.

• Communicate solutions to customer issues in a clear, concise, friendly, and timely manner.

• Respond to customer enquiries by phone, email, social media, and live chat daily.

• Process applications and customer documentation according to relevant policies and regulations.

• File records and documents of customer interactions according to existing guidelines.

• Identify new marketing opportunities through customer feedback and contribute ideas to expand our global customer base.

• Collaborate with members of our IT team to identify new ways to improve our products and services for customers.

• Perform regular testing on our products and services.

• Collaborate with client support agents in different time zones to ensure optimum results and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Exceptional spoken and written communication skills in English

What’s good to have

• University degree in marketing, computer science, or any related field
• Practical experience in technical customer support
• Experience in the financial services or IT industry
• Proficiency in other languages in addition to English

Benefits

• Growth-inducing challenges

• Productive work atmosphere

• Cooperation, support, and empowerment

• Career progression opportunities

• Market-based salary

• Annual performance bonus

• Health benefits

• Casual dress code

• Travel and internet allowances

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About MJV

We are financial consulting company providing Accounting, taxation, Financial Consulting, CFO services, Investor/Start up services in Rwanda and other East African countries. We are certified Public Accountants in Rwanda.

Accountants and Auditors

The Accountant and Auditors reports to the Managing Director/Partner and plays a significant role in strengthening core client service and systems by ensuring the proper accounting and reporting of resources in project implementation by maintaining systems of accountability, processing accounting information, internal and external financial reporting, cash and bank account maintenance and other financial tasks as assigned in liaison with relevant customers at client place and our office.

This auditor job in to doing audits of various industries and preparing financial reports and get review by Audit Manager or Partner.

Detail-Oriented, Positive, Honest, Dependable, Determined, Enthusiastic, Accountable, Values-Oriented, professional judgment, detail-oriented, and organized.

 JOB ROLES

A. Accounting

• Responsible for ensuring that all transactions vendor payments are timely made and recorded
• Adequate supporting documents are in place for all transactions and in compliance to in-country/HQ policies
• Verification of bills in coordination with the responsible team for required supporting documents.
• Payment to vendors are timely made and vendor database is updated.
• Ensure arithmetic accuracy of bills, salary payment.
• Ensure timely advance payment and adjustment of country and regional office.
• Ensure that all taxes, provident fund, and related deductions are made and deposited in required institutions on time.
• Provide timely entry into Tally and Other accounting softwares
• Calculate withholding Tax and PAYE from the payments and entering transactions in E-Banking.
• Prepare and submit pensions, maternity, and Community Based Health Insurance (CBHI) to statutory authority in stipulated time.

B. Auditing

Vouching, Audit of Assets and Liabilities

• Verifying withholding Tax and PAYE, pensions, maternity, and Community Based Health Insurance (CBHI) to statutory authority in stipulated time.
• Verify all the compliances, contracts, Fixed Assets, etc.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related fields is required, plus five (2-3) years of experience in an organization or external audit.

• Understanding of Accounting Principles
• Vouching, accounting, and bookkeeping skills
• Proficient in accounting software, ERP, word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and internet (Microsoft preferred)
• English and Kinyarwanda, both spoken and written.
• High integrity and Professionalism.
• Thorough knowledge of general financial and accounting procedures.
• Ability to handle work in a timely and accurate manner with tact and discretion, as required.
• To perform multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work with a flexible schedule
• Motivated to work responsibly with little supervision
• Maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation

 How to Apply

Candidates with the above requirements are requested to submit their CVs, Application letter indicating why they are the best fit for the position, relevant certificates/ degree, and 3 professional references by using the” Apply for this job” button below before the 26^th February 2021

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Kigali, Rwanda | Posted on 01/29/2021

Job Description

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist with a deep understanding of the company hiring needs, you will build a pipeline of competent local talent to fill the required roles. Being experienced in using multiple selection methodologies, you will assess candidates’ cultural fit while determining if they meet the role requirements. You’ll also participate in career events and build a rapport with potential hires.

What you’ll do

• Source suitable candidates from internal databases, job portals, and career sites.
• Screen candidates using our established Topgrading methodology.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews in line with company procedure and participate in the selection process.
• Manage candidate databases and tracking systems.
• Prepare recruitment analytics and hiring reports.
• Spearhead recruitment activities such as career fairs and campus recruitment drives.

Requirements

• A university degree or other relevant professional qualifications
• Exposure to recruitment and selection processes and methodologies
• Proficiency in office software such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills

What’s good to have

• Experience as a recruiter in the financial or IT industries
• Knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations

Benefits

• Growth-inducing challenges
• Cooperative work environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Market-based salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Casual dress code

Job offers

Maintenance Mechanic (Appliance Repair)

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2021-001

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for the position of Maintenance Mechanic (Appliance Repair). The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Incumbent is responsible for the installation, repairs, and maintenance of appliances including but not limited to laundry washers and dryers, dish washers, refrigerators, freezers, distillers, air conditioners, pumps, pressure tanks, ovens/stoves, and cooktops. S/he works with the GSO Property section when installing, moving, or removing appliances to ensure accurate property records and inventory accounting. When a work request is received, will investigate, and troubleshoot the equipment and will replace defective components in accordance with current ICASS standards. Will reassemble equipment and test for safe and proper operation. Work will be accomplished in residences and/or in the appliance repair shop as deemed most efficient. Will keep a record of all appliances repaired for future review and use in determining the lifecycle of an appliance. Clean appliances received for repair prior to reissuing or restocking in the warehouse.  May move and lift large appliances weighing over 50 pounds.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by COB (5:30 pm) March 3, 2021.

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

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

Job Description

• Undertake stocktaking of capacity gaps in planning and budgeting fields and develop remedial actions in collaboration with the Districts, Project Coordinator and counterparts in the National Development Planning and Research and National Budget Departments;

• Initiate capacity development reforms in collaboration with the Districts, Project Coordinator and counterparts in the National Development Planning and Research and National Budget Departments;

• Actively participate in delivering on PFM capacity building initiatives approved in the fiscal decentralization Joint Action Plan and others as assigned by the hierarchy;

• Prepare an action plan in consultation with Districts and subsidiary entities on how to strengthen capacities of the PFM Staff in Districts and their subsidiary entities in areas of planning and budgeting; • Provide coaching to PFM staff at District and their subsidiary entities in planning and budgeting;

• Collaborate with other Specialists to ensure the sustainable transfer of capacities to PF stall in districts and their subsidiary entities;

• Participate in delivery of training workshop to PFM Staff and other stakeholders from MINECOFIN and other Institutions involved in building capacities for the PFM staff in districts and their subsidiary entities;

• Engage with the Monitoring and Evaluation team including contributing data to help analyze the capacity building interventions;

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on implementation of the action plan specified in a) above;
– Attend and participate in the following coordination meetings
– Bi
– monthly coordination meetings for each team based at province
– Joint meetings between the PFM specialists, the Programme Coordinator, FDD, MINECOFIN technical departments and MINALOC every six months

• Stock
– taking meetings between each PFM specialists’ team and the district technical teams, Corporate Services Division Manager, Sector Executive Secretaries, and Vice Mayor for Finance every four months; • Meetings every two months with District PFM counterparts for coordination and updates

Job Profile

• At least a Master’s degree level in Economics, Finance, Public Policy Management, Public Administration, Management, Development Studies, Project Management with at least 3years relevant working experience in Rwanda’s planning and budgeting processes Or a Bachelor’s degree in the same areas with 5 years relevant working experience as above;

• Prior experience in planning, budgeting, project management, project monitoring, log frames and M&E in a developing country;

• Prior knowledge of the planning and budgeting capacity gaps in districts and their subsidiary entities;

• Demonstrable knowledge of Rwanda’s fiscal decentralization policy and strategy; • Demonstrable knowledge and experience in staff training and capacity building in the field of planning and budgeting;

• Strong and confident communication skills, particularly in high level discussions as well as strong relationship building and management skills;

• Demonstrable ability to find solutions to complex challenges.

• Very good writing skills;

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda and English or French, the fluency in both in English and French being an added advantage.

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