Interpreter Assistant Under UNOP at UNHCR Rwanda: (Deadline 25 February 2021)

Eligible Applicants
This position is advertised open to internal and external applicants.
Procedures and Eligibility
Interested applicants should consult the Administrative Instruction on Recruitment and Assignment of Locally

Recruited Staff (RALS).

Duties and Qualifications
Duties

– Interprets and/or translates from newspapers, written reports, magazines etc.;
– Interprets oral conversations, discussions and interviews especially when attending meetings with high ranking officials, diplomats and others;
– Travels with international staff on their missions to the field for interpretation and other assistance, as needed;
– Arranges meetings, both internal and external, some involving high-ranking officials and takes minutes/notes;
– Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities;
– Responds to queries relating to the area of responsibility;
– Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses
Business Administration Secretarial

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Frequent contacts involving the exchange of a wide range of information, some of which may be complex.

Desirable
Not specified.

Functional Skills
IT-Computer Literacy
MS-Translation
Position Competencies
Competencies as defined in Job Profile
Language Requirements
Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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See below for this postion’s Operational Context
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Operational Context
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Interpreter Assistant normally report to a higher level local or international staff. The incumbent supports the operation with translation and interpretation related activities.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
Closing Date
Closing date for submission or applications is 25 February2021

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Company: Choice Int’l Forwarding (Rwanda) Ltd

Position: Sales Consultants

Vacancy: 2

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Job Description:

Responsible for in-store sales, dissipate customers’ doubts and resistance and handling customer complaints professionally. Understand information on competitive products and prices and the automotive market, ensure the exhibition hall and exhibit vehicles are clean and tidy, and participate in the development of sales activities and market development.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for sales and service for new cars / used cars, and collate relevant sales materials;
2. Responsible for handling customer queries and demonstrate vehicle performance and related services in the store to customers;
3. Mine customer demand, collate customer resources, and achieve transaction objectives;
4. Establish and improve the customer information system, track and maintain customer relations, and improve customer satisfaction;
5. Take challenges in opening up sales market and complete sales targets;
6. Complete other tasks assigned by superior managers.

Requirements:

1. University degree in business or management studies or above;
2. Good ability of communication and coordination, quick thinking, good ability of language expression, and endurance of psychological stress;
3. The ability of customer complaint and data analysis, customer solicitation, and building of customer relations;
4. Fluency in English and French
5. Preference to experience in automobile sales and holding of driving license.

Application process

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VACANCY: Project Coordinator „To know Cinema”

The Goethe-Institut Kigali is looking for a full-time (40hrs/week) Project Coordinator for the project “Tumenya Sinema – To know Cinema” implemented together with Mashariki African Film Festival.

The position is temporary from March 1, 2021, until 28 February 2022 with the option to be extended.

About the Goethe-Institut Kigali

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive picture of Germany by providing information on Germany’s cultural, social and political life.

About the project

„Tumenya Sinema – To know Cinema “ is a  country-wide capacity-building program for young Rwandan professionals in the film sector, supported by the European Union and implemented jointly with Mashariki African Film Festival. It has a strong focus to bring unemployed youth into jobs and to create a wide international network of young professionals in the film sector.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinating all public relations and handling internal communication of the project with all stakeholder, including creating visual PR material, in accordance with the director of the Goethe-Institut.
• Communication of the project with strong focus on social media
• Intensify and accompany creation of a digital platform for film professionals
• Coordinate events of the project
• Organize masterclasses and sessions with international experts according to the goals of the project
• Support the creation of a training curriculum
• Support and accompany creation of local cooperatives in the film sector
• Reporting throughout the project together with other stakeholders
• Continuous project monitoring and evaluation

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary education in Event Management, Project Management, Media Studies or comparable knowledge and experience in cultural and creative economies
• Commitment and the ability to work in a team
• Ability to work closely with partner organizations
• Presentation skills in order to do event presentations and communication with other stakeholders
• willingness to work occasionally in the evening hours and/or weekends for events
• Experience in project management including flight bookings, assistance with visa application, preparation of events etc.
• Good MS Office skills
• Fluent English. Knowledge of Kinyarwanda, French, or basic German would be beneficial
• For non-Rwandan applicants: valid work and residence permit for Rwanda

Applications with application letter (in English or German), tabular CV, certificates/references must be submitted by e-mail to the Director of the Goethe-Institut Kigali, Katharina Hey Katharina.hey@goethe.de by 25th February 2021.

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1.Water and Irrigation Trades Specialist 

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2.TVET Orientation and Career Guidance Officer

Job Description

• Organize, coordinate and manage the development and implementation of career guidance initiative and strategies.

• Conduct labor market and tracer surveys and inform decision makers on the trends.

• Plan and develop school
– based career development programs which provides direct services to students, staff, parents, and the community.

• Coordinate and supervise career development activities/programs in TVET institutions.

• Develop and maintain a career resource center for students aiming at enhancing Career Development through Partnership between Schools and Employers.

• Conduct workshops with industries, parents, TVET institutions to assist students on career development and guidance plans.

• Provide professional and technical advice to her/his supervisors.

• Develop integrated career education materials and online / e
– Learning resources to support Career Services;

• Elaborate a communication strategy to inform schools and students on industry and career events.

• Perform any other task assigned by her/his supervisors

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Advanced Diploma (A1) or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Education Sciences, Management, Business Administration, Economics, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport Engineering, Transport & Geo
– information, Technology, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Construction, Material Sciences & Engineering, Automation and Control, Process Engineering, Machinery Process and Systems, Computer Sciences, Information & Communication Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Electronics Engineering, Motor
– Vehicle Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Agriculture, Hospitality & Recreation Arts. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Understanding of TVET and Competency based education;
– Counseling & guidance Skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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3.Trainers Management and Placement Officer

Job Description

• Coordination of TVET schools needs assessment in terms of trainer’s recruitment and placement;

• Organize, plan, coordinate and implement all activities related to trainers’ management and staffing;

• Ensure all TVET schools have the required number of qualified trainers;

• Collaborate with all competent organs of both local and central government throughout the whole process of trainer’s placement and management;

• Develop and maintain up
– to
– date staffing plan information system;

• Compile statistical reports and communicate information to relevant authorities;

• Support TVET Trainer’s recruiting and retention activities;

• Contribute to the development and upgrading of the TVET Management Information System

• Provision of all required details for trainer’s remuneration and promotions;

• Provide professional and technical advice to her/his supervisors.

• Perform any other task assigned by her/his supervisors

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Education Sciences, Public Administration, Management, Administrative Sciences, Business Administration, Human Resource Management. Required Competencies and Key Technical Skills
– Knowledge of Rwandan and international Education policies especially the Qualification Framework, Accreditation, licensing and Education norms & standards;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills; Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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4.ToT Coordination Officer 

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5.Tailoring and Fashion Design Trades Officer

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification A2 or Advanced Diploma (A1) or Bachelor’s Degree in Tailoring, Fashion Design Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda,
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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6.Special Academies Management Officer

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7.School Equipment Specialist

Job Description

• Collaborate with the unit of Curriculum development to develop Standards Training Equipment Lists related to different training programs.

• Coordinate the development of technical Specifications of training Materials, training equipment and consumables required for effective delivery of training in TVET schools.

• Disseminate the developed technical specifications to different TVET schools.

• Follow up the supply of training materials and equipment from the manufacturer /Supplier to the concerned Schools, and ensure they are in compliance with the standards, supervise their installation, organize training of the end users of the equipment, provide instructions for maintenance and advise on life cycle of supplied training equipment.

• Keep database of standard equipment and Training materials in line with the scope of modern technology and industrial development.

• Update the list of training equipment and materials to be exempted from taxes.

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport Engineering, Transport & Geo
– information, Technology, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Construction, Material Sciences & Engineering, Automation and Control, Process Engineering, Machinery Process and Systems, Computer Sciences, Information & Communication Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Electronics Engineering, Motor
– Vehicle Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Agriculture, Hospitality & Recreation Arts, with three (3) years of relevant working experience; or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport Engineering, Transport & Geo
– information, Technology, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Construction, Material Sciences & Engineering, Automation and Control, Process Engineering, Machinery Process and Systems, Computer Sciences, Information & Communication Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Electronics Engineering, Motor
– Vehicle Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Agriculture, Hospitality & Recreation Arts, with one (1) year of relevant working experience. Required Competencies and Key technical skills ? Quality
– Cost
– time Management; ? Knowledge of CAD
– Skills; Knowledge to produce sketches and incorporate them in the work produced by other consultants; ? Knowledge to produce the planning of works; ? Knowledge to produce adequate cost estimates; ? Knowledge to use computer assisted design and structural calculations; ? Resource management skills; ? Analytical skills; ? Problem solving skills; ? Decision making skills; ? Time management skills; ? Risk management skills; ? Results oriented; ? Digital literacy skills; ? Fluency in English, Kinyarwanda or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage. . proof of experience is a must to be attached.

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8.Production and Manufacturing Trades Specialist

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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9.ICT and Multimedia Trades Specialist 

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers; • Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility. • Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement; • Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs; • Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications; • Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum, • Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials. • Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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10.Hospitality and Tourism Trades Specialist 

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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11.Forestry and Wood Trades Specialist 

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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12.Electricity, Electronics and Telecommunication Trades Specialist 

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers; • Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility. • Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement; • Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs; • Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications; • Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum, • Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials. • Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Electricity Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher/lecturer/curriculum developer; or Master’s Degree in Electricity Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering with one (1) of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda;
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached

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13.Crafts and Recreational Arts Trades Specialist

Job Description

• • Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers; • Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector. • Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility. • Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement; • Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs; • Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications; • Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum, • Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials. • Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Advanced Diploma (A1) in Crafts, Fine Arts, Recreational Arts, with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer; or Bachelor’s Degree in Crafts, Fine Arts, Recreational Arts with one (1) year of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda,
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached

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14.Construction and Building Trades Specialist

Job Description

• Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Real Estate Development, Building Construction and Technology with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher/lecturer/curriculum developer; or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Real Estate Development, Building Construction and Technology with one (1) year of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda;
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached

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1. Public Relations and Communication Officer

Job description

Develop, elaborate and implement the annual communication plan and its corresponding budget.

??Maintain relationships with various public and private media.

??Elaborate corresponding communications/messages based on targeted group and disseminate them via most appropriate media.

??Advise departments on the optimum approach in public relations, media coverage and communications and provide assistance in major events.

??Provide advice and recommendations to improve the image, messages and information delivered by the institution.

??Compile information intended to the public about the institution, and post them on the institution’s website and/or media. ??Prepare press release related to the institution.

??Proof– read public speeches from the institution.

??Make regular critical analysis of publications in the media (national and international) about the institution, and produce summarized technical notes to her/his supervisor.

??Cover audiences and institution’s press conferences.

??Perform any other tasks assigned by her/his supervisor.

Job profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relation &Media. A holder of a Degree in any other field with three (3) years of professional experience in communication, media and/or public relations is eligible. Required Competencies and Key Technical Skills
– Ability to understand and apply fundamental concepts and principles related to investigating facts, gathering and packaging of information for effective delivery to audiences;
– Ability to develop and implement communications initiatives using appropriate tools and channels;
– Research and critical thinking skills;
– Report writing and presentation skills;
– Ability to convey ideas clearly and concisely;
– Verbal, non
– verbal and written communication skills;
– Creative thinking skills and solution
– oriented attitude;
– Knowledge of online communication tools with special emphasis in audio
– visual production and dissemination;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in speaking and writing Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Fluency in all 4 national languages (incl. Swahili) is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached.

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2. Director of Administration and Finance Unit

Job description

Budget Planning and Finance Functions:

• Participate in the preparation of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework

• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process jointly with planning directorate;

• Review and provide the institutional budget performance;

• Update and implement all necessary accounting practices and procedure manual for effective financial management and analytics,

• Lead and coordinate contracts management, reporting system and financial management.

2. Budget execution, auditing & risk management and reporting Functions:

• Ensure the harmonization of contract and cash flow management and financial procedures;

• Supervise the management of material and financial resources;

• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting;

• Analyse and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner;

• Lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and reports;

• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the audit committee of the institution;

• Provide advice on financial risk and mitigation strategies;

3. Project financial management and financial analysis

• Lead the financial analysis and reporting of all development project, grants and external funded project accounting;

• Participate in the financial feasibility study and project risk analysis.

4. Administration and Human Resource Management Functions:

• Coordinate the job competences and job description to achieve the institutional mandate;

• Coordinate and harmonize the organizational development need with recruitment process, training and development;

• Play an advisory role for the institution’s staff performance management and appraisal, behavior, ethics and organizational management change;

• Monitor payment statements (staff salaries, benefits) and regularly verify statutory contributions and legal deductions;

. Perform any other task assigned to him/her by the senior management

Job profile

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance with CPA/CPFA/CPFM intermediate level /ACCA Foundation Level (Completion of ACCA Applied Skills papers) with three (3) years of relevant working experience; or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance with CPA/CPFA/CPFM intermediate level /ACCA Foundation Level (Completion of ACCA Applied Skills papers) with one (1) year of relevant working experience. A holder of a Degree in any other field with API/PFM Certificate, with three (3) years of relevant working experience is eligible. A holder of Post Graduate Degree in PFM with two (2) years of relevant working experience is eligible. A transition period for professional certification requirement is three (3) years starting from 01st February, 2021. However, a new entrant without the required professional certification for a given job position shall not be eligible, one (1) year before the expiration of the transition period. Required Competencies and Key Technical Skills
– Knowledge of standards and frameworks applied in Public Sector such as International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS); IFRSs; Government Finance Statistics (GFS); Internal Audit framework and International Standards for Supreme Audit Institutions (ISAAIs); Proficiency in financial management systems and knowledge of the Rwanda’s public finance management;
– Knowledge of the legal and institutional framework of Rwanda’s public finance management;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Networking skills;
– Leadership skills;
– Mentoring and coaching skills
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Performance management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached

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3. Administrative Assistant to the Director General

Job description

Keep the diary of appointments of her/his supervisor;

• Receive and orient visitors of her/his supervisor;

• Prepare her/his supervisor’s travels, missions and meetings logistical details;

• Filing both electronic and hard documents in the office of her/his supervisor;

• Orient correspondences and follow up on the implementation of instructions and assignments given by her/his supervisor;

• Receiving text messages or telephone calls on behalf of her/his supervisor;

• Proofread any documents and files addressed to her/his supervisor;

• Prepare and receive letters to and from the institution;

• Taking the minutes of the meetings chaired by his/her supervisor;

• Perform any other tasks assigned by her/his supervisor

Job profile

Minimum Qualification Advanced Diploma (A1) in Secretarial Studies or Office Management; or Bachelor’s degree in Secretarial Studies, Office Administration and Management, Office Management, Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, Management, Business Administration, Sociology. Required Competencies and Key Technical Skills
– Office management skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

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4. Advisor to the Director General

Job description

Provide strategic advice on monitoring and implementation of policies, laws and regulations related to RTB mission;

• Provide advice on institutional development for effective achievement of the institutional mission;

• Advise and make recommendation to the DG on RTB growth and partnership development;

• Contribute to mid and long
– term reflection on strategic perspectives of the institution;

• Prepare documents that need to be used during meetings and conferences organized by the DG and/or to which he/she participates;

• Analyze, summarize and provide comments and/or advice on contents of dossiers before submitting them;

• Identify priority files and make follow
– up on them;

• Record, handle and classify confidential files;

• Prepare and/or proofread official documents and speeches for the DG office; • Make sure that schedule for daily and weekly activities and of the DG is accurately updated;

• Advise the DG and the senior management of RTB on the implementation plan of RTB activities and meetings’ resolutions;

• Act as the secretary of RTB senior management and management meeting;

• Handling some technical tasks as may be assigned by the DG.

• Other duties as maybe assigned by his/her supervisor

Job profile

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport Engineering, Transport & Geo
– information, Technology, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Construction, Material Sciences & Engineering, Automation and Control, Process Engineering, Machinery Process and Systems, Computer Sciences, Information & Communication Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Electronics Engineering, Motor
– Vehicle Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Agriculture, Hospitality & Recreation Arts, Education, Education Sciences, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Studies, Administrative Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, Political Science with three (3) years of relevant working experience; or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transport Engineering, Transport & Geo
– information, Technology, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energies, Construction, Material Sciences & Engineering, Automation and Control, Process Engineering, Machinery Process and Systems, Computer Sciences, Information & Communication Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Electronics Engineering, Motor
– Vehicle engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications, Agriculture, Hospitality & Recreation Arts, Education, Education Sciences, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Studies, Administrative Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, Political Science with one (1) year of relevant working experience. Required Competencies and Key Technical Skills
– Knowledge and understanding of the Rwanda Education Sector;
– Knowledge of the TVET Sub
– sector;
– Knowledge of Government policy
– making and legislative processes;
– Technical understanding of system being analyzed and how it affects the various business units;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Communication skills
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– proof of experience is a must to be attached.

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5. Agriculture and Animal Health Trades Specialist

Job description

Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job profile

Minimum Qualification
– Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Health or Animal Production with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher/lecturer/curriculum developer or Master’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Health or Animal Pproduction with one (1) of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer.
– Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development and coordination is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda;
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
– proof of experience is a must to be attached

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6. Automobile Technology Trades Specialist

Job description

Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Automobile Technology or Mechanical Engineering, with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher/lecturer /curriculum developer; or Master’s Degree in Automobile Technology or Mechanical Engineering with experience of 1 year in related field as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer within the same field. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda,
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– Proof of experience is a must to be attached

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7. Beauty and Aesthetics Trades Specialist

Job description

Define occupational profiles and competency standards for all areas of the sector in collaboration with industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training Providers and relevant policy makers;

• Guide the harmonized translation of occupational profiles into national occupational Standards together with the industry, profession Bodies, sector skills council, training providers and policy makers.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of the curricula for all areas of the sector.

• Plan, organize and facilitate the design, development, testing, monitoring and evaluation of Trainers’ manuals, trainee’s manuals and other pedagogical aids for technical Education and vocational training under his/her responsibility.

• Prepare periodic reports on the state of curriculum and propose Strategies for its improvement;

• Plan and organize regular meetings with Technical Expertise Groups (TEG) to match the curriculum with changing labor market needs;

• Transmit and explain proper use of curriculum and teaching/training aids to the office in charge of ToT, Assessment and certifications;

• Monitor the training of trainers in the use of the curriculum,

• Collaborate with the unit in charge of Digital content development to digitalize the developed curricula and all related instructional materials.

• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job  profile

Minimum Qualification Advanced Diploma (A1) Beauty and Aesthetics, with three (3) years of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer; or Bachelor’s Degree in Beauty and Aesthetics with one (1) years of relevant working experience as a teacher, lecturer or curriculum developer. Required Competencies and Key technical skills
– Substantial experience in Competence
– based curriculum development is an added value;
– Knowledge on TVET sector in Rwanda,
– Curriculum facilitation skills;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
– Proof of experience is a must to be attached.

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Job description

Prepare, examine and analyze accounting records, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedure standards. •Ensure compliance with financial rules and regulations.

•Review entries and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.

•Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions with in designated limits.

•Coordinate monthly closing procedures and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

•Adhere to internal and external reporting deadlines.

•Be responsible for tax obligations

•Work with both internal and external auditors during financial operational audits.

•Support the institutions mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of daily activities.

•Review of accounts payables and weekly check runs

•Monitor compliance with financial rules and regulations in forth and institutional procedures

•Utilize teamwork to develop departmental synergy

•Reports, analyses and ensure integrity of all final information

•Contribute to the hospital environmental hygiene

•Participating in quality assurance and quality improvement of the hospital •Submit monthly, quarterly and annually report to the supervisor

•Perform any other duties as assigned by immediate line Manager

Job profile

Minimum qualification Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Management with at least foundation level one of CPA/CIA/CPFA/CPFM/ACCA (Applied Knowledge of ACCA) or Stage two of CAT/ API Certificate. A transition period for professional certification requirement is three (3) years starting from 01st February, 2021. However, a new entrant without the required professional certification for a given job position shall not be eligible, one (1) year before the expiration of the transition period. Required competencies and Key technical skills
– Knowledge of accounting; Financial reporting and Auditing standards (Such as IPSAS; IFRS; ISSAs);
– Proficiency in financial management systems;
– Resource management skills;
– Analytical skills;
– Problem solving skills;
– Decision making skills;
– Time management skills;
– Risk management skills;
– Results oriented;
– Digital literacy skills;
– Fluent in English, Kinyarwanda or French; knowledge of all is added an advantage.

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Job Announcement

Position: Logistics Manager

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 education for children. The role of Logistics Manager is key to the successful implementation of program activities.

Under the oversight of our Director of Operations, the Logistics Manager will work as part of program and project teams to support program implementation through planning and organising logistics for field activities and supporting with events management. In addition, the Logistics Manager will support with procurement of services and products, will manage Wellspring’s assets, facilities, and fleet of vehicles, and will also manage logistics for international staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will be a great team player with a proactive can-do and problem-solving approach, excellent time and task management skills, have experience in managing resources, and will work successfully as part of a fun-loving cross-cultural team.

Anticipated start date: March/April 2021

Reports to: Director of Operations

Provides direct line management to:

Administrative Assistant, housekeeping staff and drivers.

Working closely with: Director of Operations; Finance and Operations colleagues in Kigali and Rubavu; Program and Project Managers; staff in our Canada office

Location: Kigali – with travel to Rubavu on a regular basis or as required

Key external relationships: Suppliers and service providers including but not limited to venues, hotels, insurance firms, garages, caterers, security; Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration; Wellspring Academy; CLA. ,

Job responsibilities:

Logistics and Event Management

• Take a supportive role in planning and managing events and logistics for program activities, in collaboration with the Kigali-based program managers, including but not limited to management of venues, accommodation, catering, and cash allowances for program participants.
• Take a leading and collaborative role in managing and coordinating logistics for international visitors, including but not limited to management of accommodation, visa applications, cultural briefings, and transport, in collaboration with colleagues in Canada and Rwanda.

Fleet Management

• Manage and maintain Wellspring’s vehicle fleet and vehicle database in Kigali in accordance with our vehicle use policy and procurement policy, and provide support to the Rubavu Finance and Operations Manager in this.
• Work closely with the Senior Driver to manage the deployment of drivers and vehicles according to the program needs and in a cost effective way. Arrange appropriate transportation if Wellspring’s own vehicles and drivers are not sufficient.
• Prepare monthly fuel reports for the Director of Operations

Facilities Management and Security

• Ensure a clean, safe, secure and efficient work environment at our Kigali Office, through the management of housekeeping/grounds staff as well as security services.
• Ensure both offices including staff apartments (Kigali and Rubavu) are properly maintained
• Ensure proper management, maintenance, and replenishment of fire safety equipment and First Aid Kids (Kigali and Rubavu)
• Maintain log of office keys

Asset and Storage Management

• Ensure that the asset register and inventory for Kigali is regularly updated
• Ensure items in the warehouse/containers are arranged in an orderly manner and secure
• Ensure that assets are sold or disposed of appropriately, in line with policy, and with support from Director of Operations.

Finance, Procurement and Contract Management

• Following Wellspring’s procurement and payment guidelines, identify professional, reliable service providers and ensure value for money and quality service provision.

• Manage relationships with Wellspring’s service providers in Kigali demonstrating Wellspring’s values and guiding principles
• Manage insurance contracts and their timely renewal, ensuring quality of service provision.
• Provide data and requested support to the Senior Finance Manager and Director of Operations to feed into the annual organizational budget, financial re-forecasts, and monthly budget reviews.

Human Resources & Team Leadership

• Provide empowering servant leadership as team leader and line manager to the Kigali drivers, housekeeping staff and Administrative Assistant.
• Ensure that responsibilities as line manager are carried out in a timely and empowering manner, including but not limited to regular meetings with staff, performance reviews and agreeing performance objectives
• Carry out other reasonably assigned duties to contribute actively to the growth and health of the organisation, supporting its vision, mission, core values and strategic priorities

Requirements for the role:

Qualifications

At least Bachelor in Business & Administration or any other relevant field (required)

Professional Experience and Skills

• At least four years’ experience in a Logistics or Operational role preferably with an NGO (required)

• Experience of providing logistics and event management support to programs (required)

• Experience in fleet management (required)
• Experience working with vendors and service providers, managing procurement, and negotiating service contracts (required)
• Experience in managing a team (desired)
• Experience in budget management (desired)
• Good communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda (oral and written) (required)
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Word & Excel) (required)

Personal and Spiritual Qualities

• A Christ-centered individual who has the desire to grow faith (required)
• Well organised with effective time and task management skills (required)
• Excellent interpersonal skills: collaboration and clear communication with people from diverse backgrounds, encouraging, sharing ideas, and motivating others (required)
• A problem solver with a positive ‘’can-do’’ approach (required)
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and take ownership of project outputs
• A great sense of team and a lot of fun (desired)

Other

• Ability and willingness to travel nationally and regionally
• Possess a valid driving license and be able to drive

To apply, send:

1. Completed Wellspring ‘Employment Application Form’ (available to download at the RENCP website or by email from RWrecruitment@thewellspringfoundation.org)
2. 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)
3. A full Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of 2 professional referees and 1 referee from your place of worship (max 3 pages – longer CVs will be rejected)
4. A scanned copy of your ID
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 Director Operations, at this email address: RWrecruitment@thewellspringfoundation.org with ‘Logistics Manager’ as the subject (please sign and then scan your documents before sending as PDF attachments by email).

Closing Date for applications: Thursday 18^th February 2020, at 5pm

Please note that interviews will take place at our office in Kigali if Covid-19 preventative measures allow.

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.

Attachment:Job Accouncement- Logistics Manager

1. Finance and Administration Officer

Key responsibilities:

The Finance and Administration Officer will work with Rwanda Program Director to perform the following:

 Develop program annual work plans and monitor implementation;

 Develop and review program budgets in compliance with the AFENET policy and donor
guidelines;

 Perform program cost management, determine program charge codes and advises on cost allocation in line with grant guidelines;

 Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, terms and conditions for the
procurement of program subcontractors

 In charge of activity advance requests, processing of accountabilities,

 Monitor advance recovery, pursue beneficiaries to ensure timely recoveries and always
advise the AFENET secretariat for appropriate action

 Review financial documents to ensure accuracy and completeness of the information
therein as per the organization’s financial policies and procedures.

 Maintain updated financial transaction ledgers at all time.

 Reconcile data in SUN accounting software and ensure compliance with Donor
requirements

 Ensure that appropriate expenditure documentation and information is maintained;

 Provide monthly and quarterly program expenditure forecasts to the finance liaison at the AFENET Secretariat

 Prepare quarterly program and project progress reports;

 Take lead in the processing of work permits for expatriate consultants and project staff;

Manage and maintain good relationship with the program staff and external stakeholders;

 Organize conferences and meetings as may be required;

Academic Qualifications and Experience:

 A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and or Accounting or Business Administration with strong
bias in Finance/Accounting and Administration or Management.

 A minimum of 2 years’ experience serving in a similar position in a reputable Organization.

 Chartered Membership to professional organizations and possession of relevant Chartered certifications is added advantage.

Desirable:

 Training in project management is desired advantage.
 Experience working with a variety of donor agencies.

Language Skills:

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable: Beginners knowledge of French.

Remuneration:

 Competitive remuneration based on Qualification and Experience

How to Apply:

Submit your resume, application letter, and relevant Documentation to: The Administration and HR Office Email: sec@afenet.net

Only successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all application should be sent online by close of business 5:30 pm (EAT) Friday February 12, 2021.

Note: More details about this position can be obtained from our website: www.afenet.net

2. Science Epidemiologist 

Job Purpose:

To support Rwanda FETP efforts at publishing, growing and sustaining her funding and partner base.

Works under the coordination of the Rwanda FELTP Director at Rwanda Biomedical Center to:

Key responsibilities:

1. Resource mobilization and partner engagement (10%)

 Participate in developing annual funding goals for AFENET and RFETP, and efforts
towards meeting them.

 Routinely perform partner searches for suitability to engage with AFENET and RFETP

 Participate in development of advocacy materials for AFENET and RFETP

 Participate in partner engagement efforts/meetings as needed.

 In instances of partnerships, ensure that AFENET’s and RFETP`s interests are taken care
of through execution of teaming and other relevant agreements.

2. Project development: (20%)

Develop concept notes on areas of RFETP interest.
 Research, synthesize and share funding opportunity announcements of interest to RFETP
 Lead the process of obtaining internal approval for grant pursuit, including setting up a writing team.
 Coordinate the proposal writing process, ensuring internal and donor timelines are met.
 Ensure project proposals and all submissions are compliant with donor requirements.
 Manage communication with grant agencies during grant development, submission, review, and approval and coordinate any necessary pre-award functions, including maintaining active registration for AFENET and RFETP in relevant databases.

3. Project management support: (10%)

 Organize project initiation meetings, ensuring orientation of project teams on contractual
obligations and other obligations for all new projects.

 Collaborate with others to ensure to ensure timely submission of partner-compliant reports

 Track assigned AFENET Subcontractors in Rwanda, ensuring deliverables are met. Maintain an archive of all related documents.

 Keep track of assigned RFETP contracts, ensuring contractual obligations are met, including but not limited to reporting, notices, etc.

 Coordinate the closeout of assigned projects, ensuring all necessary documentation is submitted in a timely manner.

 Independently provide advisory support to project management teams.

 Coordinate the development, review and submission of prior approval requests.

 Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

4. Scientific Writing (60%)

 Responsible for overseeing writing manuscripts for the RFETP (aka Advanced FETP)
residents and MoH as needed.

 Support statistical analysis of work done by trainees, Program Staff and MoHEpidemiology Staff

 Work closely with the program staff to develop manuscripts for various projects and will
ensure timely submission of papers for publication

 Take the lead in following-up with the authors and the journal until the paper is accepted
for publication

 Develop and maintain a log/database of all publications from the RFETP

 Work together with the Program Staff to organize and conduct Scientific Writing
Workshops for Trainees, RFETP Staff and MoH-Epidemiology Staff

 Review all the RFETP abstracts and manuscripts and presentations to ensure scientific
integrity of these products prior to approval before submission to conferences and journals

 Work together with the other RFETP and MoH Epidemiology Staff to write concepts,
expressions of interest, and/or proposals for any new initiatives that may arise during the
contract period

 Support documentation of key projects, Success stories and findings to be included in the RFETP archives

Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by your supervisor

Required qualifications and experience:

 Masters’ degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Global/International Health, and/or Project Management/Planning or related field.

 First degree in MBcHB or its equivalent

 Computer proficiency and knowledge of statistical software like Epi-info and/or STATA

Minimum of three years’ experience in field epidemiology or applied public health practice

Desirable:

 Training in project management is desired advantage.

 Experience working with a variety of donor agencies.

Language Skills:

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Beginners knowledge of French

How to Apply:

Submit your resume, application letter, and relevant Documentation to: The Administration and HR Office Email: sec@afenet.net

Only successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all application should be sent online by close of business 5:30 pm (EAT) Friday February 12, 2021.

Note: More details about this position can be obtained from our website: www.afenet.net

3. Field Coordinator 

Basic Roles and Functions:

The Field Coordinator will be responsible for monitoring the work of mentors and trainees, as well as mentoring FETP participants and other public health workers for the Ministry of Health (MOH) of Rwanda to improve disease surveillance, early detection, and timely response to outbreaks

Duties and Responsibilities

Works under the coordination

f the Rwanda FELTP Director at Rwanda Biomedical Center to:

 Participate in development and implementation of an annual work plan for the Field
Epidemiology training for public health professionals.

 Review and adapt the existing Field Epidemiology curriculum and training materials as
may be required to suit the specific needs of the country.

 Ensure availability of all the required logistics for the didactics and field mentorship of
selected participants.

Participate in the training of supervisors and mentors to effectively coach FETP
participants in the field to ensure attainment of the core competencies and skills

 Help to conduct the planned Intermediate and Frontline Field epidemiology training for
surveillance officers.

 Provide mentorship, coaching and supervision for the trainees during the field placement
periods to ensure acquisition of key field epidemiology skills and competencies.

 Provide technical assistance to trainees in preparing their presentations for local and
national level dissemination of their key findings and recommendations from their field
projects.

 Participate in disease surveillance, outbreak investigation and response activities in the
Ministry of Health together with the trained surveillance officers to demonstrate best
practices.

 Develop and maintain a system to monitor and document mentor activities and assessments of trainee field work; compile information on assessments of each field activity.

 Assist with the evaluation of the FETP program, mentors and participants.

 Implement and regularly update CDC’s ReDPeT system, a database to track activities and positions of all the Intermediate and Frontline FETP alumni in the country.

 Prepare regular and timely technical reports on the program implementation in the country for submission to CDC, AFENET, MoH and other partners.

Position Qualifications

1. MSc. in Epidemiology/Biostatistics and/ or any other relevant qualifications from an
Advanced Field Epidemiology Training Program in Africa.

2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Medicine, Nursing,
Public/environmental Health, laboratory Science, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Medicine.

Experience and Skills

 At least 1-2 years of experience working in the field as a practicing field epidemiologist.

 Knowledge of WHO standards and policies such as the Integrated Disease Surveillance
and Response strategy (IDSR) and International Health Regulations.

 Experience in preparing and facilitating training for in – service public health workforce
development initiatives in Africa preferably within an existing Intermediate and/or
Advanced FETP.

 Experience implementing adult education strategies i.e. problem based participatory
learning activities, role play, etc.

 Demonstrated proficiency in distillation, interpretation, and verification of unstructured
scientific and popular data.

 Training and experience in public health emergency management and incident command
will be an added advantage

 Proficiency in the use of the following software:

 Word Processing

 Spreadsheet

 Power point

 Database (DHIS2)

 Internet

 Statistical Packages: Epi Info, STATA, SPSS

Language Skills:

 Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

 Desirable: Beginners knowledge of French

Required qualities:

 Ability to work collaboratively with multiple partners and teams at national and subnational levels.

 Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, collaborative and good listening skills

 Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

 Openness to new ideas and willingness to accept different opinions

 Patience and sense of humor

 Willingness to travel for extended periods of time within the country

How to Apply:

Submit your resume, application letter, and relevant Documentation to: The Administration and HR Office Email: sec@afenet.net

Only successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.

Please note that all application should be sent online by close of business 5:30 pm (EAT) Friday February 12, 2021.

Note: More details about this position can be obtained from our website: www.afenet.net