Apply now Scholarships of China to Government of Rwanda: (Deadline 2 February 2021)

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January 27, 2021

Apply Free international Scholarships in the USA 2021

Application details

Apply for Fully Funded Scholarship at Vanderbilt University in the USA. The deadline for this application is ongoing.

Vanderbilt University is a private research university in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1873, it was named in honor of shipping and rail magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt, who provided the school its initial $1 million endowment; Vanderbilt hoped that his gift and the greater work of the university would help to heal the sectional wounds.

The Hubert Humphrey fellowship Program is a non-degree program which provides ten months of non-degree academics study and related professional experience in United States.

Degree Level:

Hubert Humphrey Fellowships for International Students, USA is available to undertake level programs at Vanderbilt University.

Scholarship Benefits:

The Hubert Humphrey Fellowships for International Students, USA provides for:

- tuition fee and other fees at the assigned host university;

Likewise, pre-academic English language training, if required;
Also, a maintenance (living) allowance, including a one-time settling-in allowance;
Additionally, accident and sickness coverage;
Moreover, book allowance;
Similarly, one-time computer subsidy;
Air travel (international travel to and from the U.S. for the program and domestic travel to required program events);
Additionally, a Professional Development allowance for professional activities, such as field trips, professional visits, and conferences.

Eligibility Criteria:

The applicants must have for Fully Funded Scholarship in the USA:

Undergraduate degree
Also, minimum of five years of substantial professional experience.
However, limited or no prior experience in the USA.
Moreover, demonstrated leadership qualities
Additionally, record of public service in the community and
Likewise, strong English skills.

Please contact the US Embassy, Public Affairs Section or Fulbright commission in your country about possible program requirements.

Application Procedure:

Application deadlines vary by country but fall around May to September each year. The nominating U.S. Embassy or Binational Fulbright Commission will advise you of its internal deadline for receiving applications. Embassies and Commissions must submit their nominations to the Institute of International Education office in Washington, DC by 1 October.

Full funded Scholarship at University of Newcastle in Australia 2021

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January 27, 2021

Full funded Scholarship at University of Newcastle in Australia 2021

Application details

Apply for Scholarship at University of Newcastle in Australia. The deadline for this application is ongoing.

Scholarship Description:

The Newcastle Business School Onshore Student Scholarship has been established for international students who are currently in Australia and commencing full time coursework studies in Semester 1 or Trimester 1 in 2021.

Degree Level:

Newcastle Business School Onshore Student Scholarship is available to undertake Undergraduate level programs at University of Newcastle.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

Business
Also, Administration
Business Management

Eligible Nationalities:

international students

Scholarship Benefits:

The scholarship benefit is A$2500 per subject, up to four (4) subjects enrolled in, up to a total value of A$10,000.

The benefit will be applied from your first semester or trimester of study, and payable as a tuition fee waiver. The scholarship will be applied directly to the recipient’s University of Newcastle customer account around census date in the relevant term of study.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

Be in Australia and ready to accept an offer and enroll for face-to-face studies in Semester 2 or Trimester 3 in 2020, and Semester 1 or Trimester 1 in 2021, in an eligible coursework program.
Also, be enrolling in an on-campus coursework program with the Newcastle School which has a minimum duration of 80 units.
Likewise, International full-fee paying student.
Moreover, not enrolling in an ELICOS or Graduate Certificate program with university of Newcastle.
However, not hold another scholarship for the same program of equivalent or more substantial benefit.

Application Procedure:

No application is required for this scholarship.
Additionally, in considering eligibility, your academic progress in your prior study and IELTS scores may be taken into account. Consultation with areas of the university that assess equivalence according to standards provided by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition may occur if required.
Similarly, the number of scholarships available is indicative only. The Newcastle School will aim to support all eligible scholars where funding permits, however, retain the right not to award a scholarship.

Apply Scholarships at University of Queensland in Australia 2021

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Apply Scholarships at University of Queensland in Australia 2021

Application details

Apply for Scholarship at University of Queensland in Australia. The deadline for this application is ongoing.

About:

The University of Queensland is a public research university located primarily in Brisbane, the capital city of the Australian state of Queensland. Furthermore, founded in 1909 by the Queensland parliament, UQ is one of the six sandstone universities, an informal designation of the oldest university in each state. Also, the University of Queensland is ranked second nationally.

The University of Queensland is one of the top Public universities in Brisbane, Australia. It is ranked #46 in QS Global World Rankings 2021.

Scholarship Description:.

George Essex Evans – University of Queensland Australia 2020 is open for International Students . However, the scholarship allows Bachelor, Graduate level programs in the field of English Literature, Drama, Australian literature taught at University of Queensland . Moreover, the deadline of the scholarship is Open.

Established in 1972 by a bequest of $4,714.38 from the late Miss Anne Basile Valentina Evans in memory of her brother George Essex Evans. Also, the object of the scholarship is to assist an outstanding student to complete an honors program in English Literature or Drama.

Degree Level:

George Essex Evans – University of Queensland Australia 2020 is available to undertake Bachelor, Graduate level programs at University of Queensland.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study for Scholarship at University of Queensland in Australia:

English Literature
Likewise, drama
Also, Australian literature

Eligible Nationalities:

Australian and International students are eligible.

Scholarship Benefits:

The University of Queensland will provide an educational fund to outstanding students to complete an honors degree program for the academic session 2020/2021.

Eligibility Criteria:

Have shown outstanding ability in the field of Australian literature and culture; and
Also, intend to continue in that field.

Application Procedure:

In order to apply for the opportunity, applicants must admission in an Honors degree program at the University of Queensland. After being registered, candidates will be automatically considered for this education award.

2 Job positions at Save the Children : Deadline: 12-02-2021

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1. Nutrition Technical Advisor- INECD

About the Role

Save the Children is seeking a Nutrition Technical Advisor for an anticipated five-year USAID-funded Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity in Rwanda. The proposed project will focus on promoting nurturing and responsive care practices, especially in the areas of health, functioning, nutrition, and early childhood development (ECD) for caregivers and children. Specifically, the activity aims to improve health and nutrition outcomes among women of reproductive age and adolescents and infant and young child feeding practices (IYCF). It also aims to address child development gaps and specifically unmet physical rehabilitation and assistive technology (rehab/AT), and social inclusion needs for infants and children. The activity will focus on community-level service delivery, community-health facility linkages, and district level capacity development, as well as address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, in line with Government of Rwanda (GoR) priorities

The Nutrition Technical Advisor reports to the Deputy Chief of Party and will provide technical leadership and have responsibility for all activities associated with improving the nutritional behaviours and outcomes of target women of reproductive age, adolescents, and children under 5.

This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding.

Required Qualifications

A Master’s degree or higher in nutrition, public health, or in a closely related field
At least seven years of experience designing, implementing, or supporting nutrition

programming, preferably in Rwanda is highly desired;

Strong technical skills in maternal nutrition, adolescent nutrition, IYCF, essential nutrition actions, growth monitoring and promotion, and social and behavior change
Strong technical skills in multi-sectoral nutrition programming, including health, WASH, and food security are preferred;
Demonstrated ability to design and implement SBC approaches to improve nutrition behaviors and outcomes, especially for women, adolescents, and children in the first 1,000 days.
A history of providing technical assistance to the government to improve nutrition programs through governmental health systems, processes and service delivery models, and behavior change communication in developing countries.
Solid experience developing behaviour change training tools and materials.
Demonstrated problem solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity, and willingness to innovate.
Familiarity and understanding of USAID policies and procedures, or those of other donors, or those of donor-funded projects or community-based projects.
Demonstrated ability to address behavior change issues in improving household nutrition status.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations.
Experience in nutrition research, indicators, monitoring, and evaluation
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
Qualified local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Employee Type: Full-time regular

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education, and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

This position is on Child Safeguarding- Level 3: The post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs. Or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ANTI-HARASSMENT Policy

We are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all those who work for us and for all those who come into contact with our staff and representatives, including children and members of the communities with whom we work. SCI takes a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others.

Application Information:

To apply, follow this link: https://rwanda.savethechildren.net/careers

Deadline for receiving applications is 12^thFebruary 2021.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. **Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process*

Click here for details & to apply

2.Deputy Chief of Party – Technical Director INECD

Deputy Chief of Party – Technical Director INECD

About the Role:

Save the Children is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an anticipated five-year USAID-funded Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity in Rwanda. The proposed project will focus on promoting nurturing and responsive care practices, especially in the areas of health, functioning, nutrition, and early childhood development (ECD) for caregivers and children. Specifically, the activity aims to improve health and nutrition outcomes among women of reproductive age and adolescents and infant and young child feeding practices (IYCF). It also aims to address child development gaps and specifically unmet physical rehabilitation and assistive technology (rehab/AT), and social inclusion needs for infants and children. The activity will focus on community-level service delivery, community-health facility linkages and district level capacity development, as well as address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, in line with Government of Rwanda (GoR) priorities.

The Deputy Chief of Party reports directly to the Chief of Party and ensures technical implementation of high impact, proven interventions that meet stated goals and reporting requirements. The Deputy Chief of Party will assume the responsibilities of the Chief of Party in their absence. The Deputy Chief of Party coordinates with key stakeholders, implementing partners, and government representatives. The Deputy Chief of Party manages the implementation of key program activities throughout the targeted districts, oversees the work of program managers, and provide efficient operational support for the project team, and will provide leadership on relevant, government or USAID convened technical working groups. Activities delivered under this project will deliver critical programmatic learning and establish collaborative models to address these development challenges for children and families in Rwanda.

This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding. Qualified local nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Development/Human Development, Nutrition, international development or related field required;
Minimum of eight to ten years of professional experience in managing and implementing complex integrated technical community-based programs of similar size and scope in a development context, with a minimum of five years’ experience in the region, ideally in Rwanda;
Substantial technical leadership expertise in at least two of the three integrated programming areas -early childhood development, inclusive development or nutrition;
Professional experience should include community-based programming, not just institution level;
At least five years of demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a technical team and in project design;
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government representatives, private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other stakeholders, particularly at the sub-national level;
In-depth knowledge of USAID approaches and regulations;
Strengths in inspiring and enabling others through teamwork, training, and capacity building to realize organizational objectives;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong knowledge of care system and government structure in Rwanda is an

advantage;

Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Rwanda;
Fluency in Kinyarwanda

Employee Type: Full-time regular

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education, and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

This position is on Child Safeguarding- Level 3: The post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs. Or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ANTI-HARASSMENT Policy

We are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all those who work for us and for all those who come into contact with our staff and representatives, including children and members of the communities with whom we work. SCI takes a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others.

Application Information:

To apply, follow this link: https://rwanda.savethechildren.net/careers

Deadline for receiving applications is 12^thFebruary 2021.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. **Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process*

Production Consultant at Prime Cement: (Deadline 15 February 2021)

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January 27, 2021

INTRODUCTION:

Prime Cement Ltd is a cement manufacturing & grinding plant in Musanze District with the production capacity of 600,000 tons per year. Prime Cement started commercial cement production on 1^st September 2021. The primary goal of Prime Cement is to offer high quality and affordable cement products to the market.

We are currently seeking the following expertise to support our existing team in fulfilling our goal.

Position: Production Consultant

To monitor overall performance of the plant and to determine areas of specific focus for a detailed plant based study with a view to determine the improvement of the technical key performance indicators to attain overall plant profitability.
To review and advise on how plant performance should be measured and improved through proper use of process control systems, plant information management systems as well as tools such as root cause analysis and slow-down logs for production improvement.
To review the plant’s energy use to achieve greater efficiency and productivity. This will require review of plant equipment, raw materials as well as the targeted product quality standards. The ultimate aim is to ensure that an optimum balance between fuel and power consumption is found.
The consultant will also review the design and engineering of the materials handling and dosing system to recommend any improvements that may be required.
To review and report on reliability improvement covering the personnel and structure used, tools and software used to monitor equipment condition, repair planning and the monitoring of equipment reliability.
To oversee raw materials testing so that the plant meets its performance guarantees and to optimize operating costs. The consultant will also advise on the full suite of raw materials tests that should be periodically done.
The consultant will review and propose raw mix proportions of each material that is required, taking into consideration the final quality of the cement that is required in the market.
The consultant will review production staff skills to recommend training needs with the overall intention of giving the recipients of the training all the necessary skills and knowledge for continuous performance improvement.
To ensure that all production activities are handled in line with safety and quality requirements and guidelines.
To oversee preparations for production activities through planned and contingency plant stoppage and to ensure that required maintenance plans are executed as necessary.
Ensure that all reports related to production activities are adequate, checked and submitted periodically (daily, monthly and yearly) as required.
Oversee the preparation and submission of annual production budgets based on market requirements, production equipment capacity, raw materials mix requirements and well products quality targets.

Profile:

Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and/or Chemical Engineering
Min 15 years of experience as Head of production department in cement factory
Expertise in CCR Operations
Quality control of department works
Training course in Health and Safety passed
Quality control experience and X-ray quantification analysis
Process control experience

Qualified applicants should send their application to: vedastek@primecementltd.com not later than 15^th February 2021.

Handyman Plumber Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA):Deadline: 05-02-2021

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January 27, 2021

Kanda hano usome byinshi kuri aka kazi

Handyman Plumber

The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA will engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

In an experiential learning environment, students will develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA will experience the six Enterprises including Beef Cattle and Small Ruminants, Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Tree Crops, Irrigation, and Mechanization. The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, OneHealth Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum. All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.

DESCRIPTION

The plumber is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing used for water distribution and wastewater disposal in the task to the allotted student houses, faculty houses classrooms, and public areas in facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures and prepare written work cost estimates.
Study building plans and inspects structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
Hang steel supports from ceiling joint to hold pipes in place.
Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing, or mending broken pipes, and open clogged drains.
Install underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems.
Perform other job-related duties assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

A2 certificate in a trade or technical school or craftmanship training with extensive hands-on experience. Basic computer skills and familiar with Facility Management systems, inventory systems, etc.
Minimum 3-years experience as a plumber in Hotels/Large Facilities maintenance and previous experiences within the plumbing field.

Must be able to work as a team.
Able to find the root cause of the issues and have attention to details.
Self-motivated with a hands-on and flexible approach.
Able to adapt to unpredictable events.
Must be pro-active and reliable.
Able to thrive working in a busy environment and stay calm under pressure.

HOW TO APPLY

Fill in the information required, upload, and submit the documents in English to the link provided below.

Please combine your resume/CV with your degree certificate as one PDF file before you upload.

Application Link:https://rica.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Application review will begin February 5, 2021, and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.

Approved:

Richard B. Ferguson

Vice Chancellor of Academics Affairs, Extension, and Research

Imyanya 3 y’akazi ka Technique kurwego rwa A2 muri Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) : Deadline: 05-02-2021

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Kanda kumwanya wifuza kureba:

1. Handyman Electrical Technician

2. General Technician

3. Handyman Plumber

Trade Policy Advisor GIZ Rwanda:Deadline :07-02-2021

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Vacancy Announcement

Trade Policy Advisor

for

the AfCFTA Support Programme

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federally owned international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. GIZ has worked in Rwanda for over 30 years. The primary objectives between the Government of Rwanda and the Federal Republic of Germany are poverty reduction and promotion of sustainable development. To achieve these objectives, GIZ Rwanda is active in the sectors of Decentralization and Good Governance, Economic Development and Employment Promotion, Energy and ICT (Information and Communications Technology).

The African Union (AU), established as a unique Pan African continental body, was charged with the responsibility to coordinate and provide overall guidance for the negotiations on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The AfCFTA entered into force on May 30, 2019, and implementation is set to start in January 2021.

The trade advisor will be responsible for the setup of the technical advisory component of the project towards the AfCFTA Secretariat as well as Ghana as an African Union (AU) Member State. The project in support of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) works in close collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industries (DTI) of the African Union, AfCFTA Secretariat, Member States and partners such as UNECA, the International Trade Centre (ITC) and a large number of African actors to support the content of free trade negotiations in the areas of trade in goods and services, trade facilitation, customs cooperation as well as on the investment protocol. The project also works on industrialization, e-commerce, women in trade, value chains, special economic zones and other trade-related issues. The project is part of the GIZ portfolio with the African Union in Addis Ababa under the direction of the GIZ Liaison Office to the AU. Due to the continental relevance of its mandate and range of tasks, the project increasingly cooperates with global and other regional GIZ projects, for instance with the East African Community (EAC) and African member states.

For further information see GIZ African Union

Location: Kigali

Fixed term: January 2023

The trade policy advisor performs the following responsibilities:

A. Responsibilities:

Support the bilateral partners in Ruanda in fostering their role in implementing the AfCFTA through technical advisory services on the member state level
Close collaboration with AU Commission, the GIZ AfCFTA Support Programme Team (which the advisor is part of) as well as with RECs
Manage short-term experts to undertake subject-specific research into areas of concern to Member State representatives participating in technical meetings throughout the key project component topics of trade in services, goods as well as the investment protocol.
Technical advice and project coordination on various aspects of trade integration, including trade in goods, trade in services, trade facilitation, and stakeholder involvement and possibly also industrialization, value chain and other emerging topics
Participate in the AfCFTA Team meetings and bilateral exchanges with AfCFTA advisors throughout the various project components and locations
Work with other GIZ projects and be familiar with GIZ internal procurement processes

The trade policy advisor performs the following tasks

B. Tasks

Support of the project and in particular the programme management in all areas of programme management; on all levels and all complexities
Support the preparation of contracts, preparation of Terms of Reference and other project documents
- Work closely together with the technical advisors and head of component in following all steps and prepare all necessary documents for contracts
- Communication with potential consultants and contractors as well as partners
- Follow up all steps with GIZ HQ in Germany and Country Office of GIZ
Support in the field of communication, public relations, preparation of fact sheets, including social media and websites
- Collecting necessary information from technical staff to prepare fact sheets and project briefs;
- Coordinating inputs for communication documents
Support in setting up a monitoring system
Support to comply with data protection regulations
- Be the liaison person with data protection unit in GIZ HQ
- Prepare and follow up all necessary steps to comply with data protection rules
Support for the introduction of digital tools in the project
- Get familiar with all digital tools of GIZ and act as a mentor to all staff
Documentation and follow-up of meetings with local and international companies

C. Required qualifications

Qualifications and Professional experience:

Master’s degree in Economics, Law, or equivalent
Fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in French is an asset.
Demonstrated experience of at least 4 years in trade policy, in e-commerce an advantage
Solid understanding of regional and continental economic integration issues in Africa
Experience in development cooperation is an asset
Experience in working with AU or other regional organizations is an asset
Flexibility to travel within the region

Other knowledge, additional competences

Finely tuned organisational skills and ability to work on one’s own initiative
Able to work under little supervision but at the same time being a real team player
Persistent and focused on the tasks, but at the same time creative and open minded
Excellent communication skills; experienced in communication on different levels and with different target groups (public and private sector)
Very good working knowledge of ICT and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
Excellent knowledge of English, orally and written; fluency in German required (up to a level that documents of several pages can easily be understood and correspondence (emails, letters) and briefing notes can be prepared by the professional in good grammar and without a lot of proof reading).

Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) until 7^th February 2021 at 4:00 PM, by e-mail to recruitment-rw@giz.de The email attachment (max. size 2 MB) should be a PDF file. Please quote the job title in the subject

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation, if needed, in order to participate in the job application and interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please, let us know if you have any particular requirements should you be invited for assessment/interview or that you wish us to take into account when considering your application. Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.

GIZ Office Rwanda

KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu

P.O. Box 59, Kigali, Rwanda

GIZ Office Rwanda reserves all rights!!

Grants Manager Society for Family Health(SFH):Deadline :12-02-2021

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JOB ADVERT

TITLE: GRANTS MANAGER (1)

SUPERVISOR: PROJECT DIRECTOR

TYPE: ONE YEAR FIXED TERM EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT (WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION)

DATE: JANUARY 2021

OPEN FOR: RWANDA NATIONALS ONLY

ABOUT SFH

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a non-profit organization in Rwanda. It is the largest social marketing organization in Rwanda, with five regional offices across the country. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, SFH provides life-saving products, clinical services, and social and behavior change communications (SBCC) that empower the world’s most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives. SFH’s core values include a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the national and district level; and a long-term commitment to the people we serve. SFH implements diverse public health interventions in HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, malaria, and maternal and child health including nutrition as well as health systems strengthening. SFH’s activities range from product sales and distribution to social and behavior change communication, advocacy, reproductive health research, and community mobilization.

Through the United States Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HHS/CDC), SFH Rwanda is a receipt of a federal grant No:1 NU2GGH002206-01-00 to Implement Evidence-Based Prevention Interventions for Key and Priority Populations in the Republic of Rwanda under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).

In order to implement the above-mentioned project, SFH Rwanda is hiring a Grants Manager. The position holder reports to the Project Director.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Grants Manager will manage the CDC grant for SFH Rwanda and administer grants and procurement processes related to subaward management. S/He will finalize and manage sub-awards and ensure that the implementing sub-partners are compliant with CDC policies and procedures. In addition, this role will work with program and M&E teams to ensure oversight during project implementation and closeout. The Grants Manager, under the supervision of the Project Director, will advise staff on contractual and grant issues, donor compliance, and implementation of SFH Rwanda policies related to subaward management and risk mitigation in high-risk settings.

Reporting to the CDC Project Director, the role will focus on coordinating the oversight of grants management processes, working in collaboration with the other finance project team to produce high-quality donor reporting, and conduct national staff capacity building. The Grants Manager will also be responsible for providing program and support teams with general grants management support and advice on CDC donor compliance.

S/He is responsible for performing an independent assessment of the effectiveness of controls surrounding the completeness and accuracy of transactions recorded and reported in the financial reporting of CDC and SFH as well as assessing the compliance with policies and procedures, as well as CDC requirements, Government, and identifying process and control improvements required to address any identified weaknesses.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GRANTS MANAGER

The roles and responsibilities of the Grants Manager are but not limited to:

Grant & Financial management

In coordination with relevant technical teams, manage implementation of the CDC project funds as per the grant agreement.
Establish and manage the grant oversight of the sub-grant processes including review of all partner financial documents/reports, review and approval of advances and liquidations, asset and inventory management including the transfer of expendable and non-expendable supplies and equipment at the end of the project.
Carry out monthly performance (financial and program) reviews of the CDC project and its sub-awards and share with the project team and senior management status and necessary improvement-oriented actions,
Liaise with the Procurement function to ensure all procurements done by local sub-grantee partners are compliant with SFH Rwanda and donor rules and regulations.
Monitor and report on implementation and performance issues of program sub-awards in coordination with program, M&E,
Establish and maintain a strong subaward files management system; track and monitor physical & electronic files during implementation.
Coordinate with the program team on selection, institutional capacity development plans, and overall partnership development methodologies.
Provides support on all activities related to the administration and management of grants and contracts, including preparing and managing agreements, conducting procurement actions, overseeing deadlines and reporting requirements, monitoring subawards, and processing contractual actions (extensions, modifications, termination, disbursements, etc.).
Design and maintain internal systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting on financial performance;
Establish and/or refine and disseminate policies, systems, and practices for effective accounting for all financial resources in line with USG and international standards accounting policies, requirements, and local laws where required;
Coordinate with program team to review sub-recipient reports;
Maintain an understanding of USG/CDC financial and accounting requirements throughout the duration of the award.
Establish a risk assessment to SFH Rwanda departments for the management to take necessary measures;
Carry out a field visit to SFH Rwanda Regional teams and provide technical support and necessary guidance for proper fulfillment of their duties;
Ensure a strong internal control within the organization and recommend for best practice;
Any other responsibilities assigned to him/her by the supervisor.

Award and Sub award management

Provide guidance on award management during implementation to ensure compliance with donor/client requirements.
Ensure that the project management team (PMT) understand prime award, sub award prior approval requirements, and follow up to ensure that they are met.
Contribute to development of SFH CDC project grants and compliance guidance documents as requested, reinforcing donor/client requirements, reflecting best practices, and award monitoring tools and templates.
Develop, manage and monitor the SFH Rwanda – CDC subaward risk mitigation plan.

Compliance Oversight

Coordinate with the audit & compliance function and supervise teams that conduct compliance spot checks and monitor corrective action plans.
Provide expert advice to SFH CDC sub-awardees and partners on audit requirements.
For all subagreements/subcontracts issued under awards in the portfolio, ensure proper use and documentation by SFH Rwanda of the compliance required subrecipient management and monitoring tools, in collaboration with the Project Director/Investigator.
Participate in Monthly Program Finance Reviews to stay abreast of current project activities in order to proactively flag and address compliance-related matters.
Conducts and documents analysis of proposed procurements for compliance with funder requirements and SFH Rwanda policy requirements, including cost reasonableness and allowability.
Identify control weakness and areas of actual or potential non-Compliance with CDC requirements and address them well ahead of time;

Training and Capacity Building

Conducts and supervises formal trainings on both SFH Rwanda and donor rules and regulations.
Mentors and trains all CDC project staff on all aspects of subaward management and compliance.

Closeout

The Grants Manager works with the Project Management team to ensure that staff understand compliance requirements for the prime and sub-agreement closeout process, conducting closeout trainings/webinars as needed.
Using appropriate checklists and guidance documents, ensure that the following closeout categories are verified: final financial expenditures, reporting requirements, prior approvals, cost-share, program income, equipment/final disposition, and finalization of closeout of all related sub-agreements and subcontracts.

These responsibilities are not exhaustive and maybe, if needed, modified by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business administration or management with a major in accounting and/or finance required. A master’s degree in these fields shall be preferred;
Professional qualification in accounting (CPA/ ACCA) is a MUST;
At least 5 years of experience in accounting for US Government-funded NGOs. Experience with CDC grant management will be a plus;

At least 3 years of grants experience for U.S. government-funded programs, with sub-grantees and/or local partner organizations.
Prior supervisory experience is required.
Experience working on USG, CDC-funded programs preferred

Experience with laws and regulations pertinent to NGO taxes and donor funds;
Proficiency in QuickBooks application strongly preferred;
Experience with US Government financial rules and regulations required
The successful candidate will be required to pass a background reference check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of USG grants policies, procedures, and USG 2 CFR 200 requirements
Demonstrated ability to form effective and productive relationships with stakeholder counterparts, in order to achieve program objectives.
Demonstrated expertise with researching, interpreting, and applying USG regulations. Knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance, Standard Provisions, and other donor rules and regulations regarding implementation of Federal awards.
Ability to develop budgets and budget notes and to do a cost analysis for reasonable, allocable, and allowable costs.
Knowledge of USG audit requirements for non-USG organizations.
High degree of accuracy and very strong attention to detail.
Understanding of the full lifecycle of a sub-award and the different subaward mechanisms to include simplified grants, standard grants, fixed amount awards, in-kind grants, and grants to local governmental organizations.
Fluency in written and spoken English and French as well as Kinyarwanda.

S/he must be outcome oriented, able to manage multiple priorities at a time, and able to keep moving with minimal day-to-day supervision. This highly professional individual will be comfortable speaking and working in public settings.

STATUS: Full-time position, based in Kigali, SFH Rwanda Headquarters

DOCUMENTS TO BE SENT INCLUDE:

Application letter addressed to the Executive Director;
Curriculum Vitae (3 referees including at least 2 former employers);
Copies of degrees;
Copies of Certificates of Professional qualification and trainings;

All interested applicants who fulfill the required qualifications are advised to submit their application files by email ONLY to hr@sfhrwanda.org by Friday, February 12, 2021, at 16:00 PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SFH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals.

https://amarebe.com/blf-project-implementation-lead-voluntary-service-overseas-vso-deadline-15-02-2021/

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VSO is the world’s leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty. 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 lifting 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 world without poverty.

Role overview

About Building Learning Foundations (BLF) Building Learning Foundations (BLF) is a programme of the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) and Rwanda Education Board (REB) that is funded by the British High Commission-Kigali as part of its Learning For All programme in Rwanda. The programme is focused on improving learning outcomes at P1 to P5 in English and Mathematics. This is intended to improve the pupils’ learning achievement in higher grades, thereby increasing equitable access to primary and secondary education in Rwanda. The programme is built on three foundations to ensure long term, sustainable impact: Teacher development, leadership for learning, and system strengthening. Each Foundation has a focus on inclusive education practices for pupils with Special Education Needs to ensure no child is left behind. The Programme is implemented by a consortium of organizations; Education Development Trust (lead), British Council, and VSO in all 30 Districts of Rwanda. BLF began in July 2017 and will run until September 2023. The Project implementation Lead is responsible for strategic development, implementation, and successful delivery of the Building Learning Foundations (BLF) Project in Rwanda in line with the donor (BHC/EDT) and VSO standards through our unique Volunteering for Development Approach in order to optimize and contribute to its vision of a fairer world for everyone.

Skills, qualifications, and experience required

A result-driven individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and a successful track record of leadership at a senior level. A resilient leader who shares our values: Collaboration Empower poor and marginalised people to take charge of their own development Share skills and knowledge to create long-lasting, sustainable change Build collaborative partnerships that promote innovation, growth, and impact Knowledge Lead volunteering for development, setting the standard for ourselves and others Use evidence and insight to guide our actions Recruit the right people and work where we have the greatest impact Inclusion Stand beside and advocate for those who have been denied choice and opportunity Promote diversity and equality throughout our work Encourage different, inquisitive perspectives Integrity Commit to safeguarding and take a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and harm Treat others with respect, as equals Be open, transparent, and accountable in everything we do

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


15 Feb 2021

Interview/Assessment date(s)


22nd February 2021

Start date


1st March 2021 or earlier

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Handyman Electrical Technician at Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) : Deadline: 05-02-2021

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The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA will engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

In an experiential learning environment, students will develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA will experience the six Enterprises including Beef Cattle and Small Ruminants, Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Tree Crops, Irrigation, and Mechanization. The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, OneHealth Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum. All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.

DESCRIPTION

The plumber is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing used for water distribution and wastewater disposal in the task to the allotted student houses, faculty houses classrooms, and public areas in facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures and prepare written work cost estimates.
Study building plans and inspects structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
Hang steel supports from ceiling joint to hold pipes in place.
Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing, or mending broken pipes, and open clogged drains.
Install underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems.
Perform other job-related duties assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

A2 certificate in a trade or technical school or craftmanship training with extensive hands-on experience. Basic computer skills and familiar with Facility Management systems, inventory systems, etc.
Minimum 3-years experience as a plumber in Hotels/Large Facilities maintenance and previous experiences within the plumbing field.

Must be able to work as a team.
Able to find the root cause of the issues and have attention to details.
Self-motivated with a hands-on and flexible approach.
Able to adapt to unpredictable events.
Must be pro-active and reliable.
Able to thrive working in a busy environment and stay calm under pressure.

HOW TO APPLY

Fill in the information required, upload, and submit the documents in English to the link provided below.

Please combine your resume/CV with your degree certificate as one PDF file before you upload.

Application Link:https://rica.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Application review will begin February 5, 2021, and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.

Approved:

Richard B. Ferguson

Vice Chancellor of Academics Affairs, Extension, and Research

Kanda hano usome byinshi kuri uyu mwanya

General Technician at Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA): Deadline: 05-02-2021

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https://www.rica.rw/

General Technician

The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA will engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

In an experiential learning environment, students will develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA will experience the six Enterprises including Beef Cattle and Small Ruminants, Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Tree Crops, Irrigation and Mechanization. The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, OneHealth Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum. All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.

DESCRIPTION

As Ken Fix It your responsible for the general maintenance work on a day-to-day basis and to perform the Ken-Fix It maintenance task to the allotted student houses, faculty houses class rooms and public areas. He / She should be passionate and dynamic maintenance professionals who is able to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide solutions to the community. Additionally, responsible for maintenance/technical attention in accordance with the Ken-Fixit policies and procedures to student houses, faculty houses classrooms, and public areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To assist with campus maintenance work as directed.
To maintain the equipment and tools in good order and to maintain all stores organised.
To show the interest in learning all available new technology and the latest products.
To share in the implementation of the training programs that will result in better productivity and better work environment.
To attend the conducted technical training, and to assure the correct implementation.
Responsible for working with stipulated quotas, for ensuring those areas are left in a safe condition.
Responsible for the proper use and security of Ken- Fixit equipment and trolley.

Responsible for engineering related student houses, faculty houses classrooms and public areas requests and response in a timely manner.

Responsible to repair or replace all types of tiles, floor, and wall as and when required.
Responsible to repair and fix damaged shelving and furniture when necessary.
Responsible to repair and replace broken windows, doors, and locks.
Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, or safety hazards immediately to the manager/supervisor.
Carry out general repairs to brick or block walls.
Carry out plaster repair works to walls.
Carry out general painting works as required.
Carry out general plumbing, repairs, and silicon sealant replacement, etc.
Initiates orders for supplies for the trolley and maintain records of work completed.
Ensure that all Work Order, PPM & General Maintenance works are executed, as directed by the management.
Ensure workshop area is safe, kept clean and in an orderly manner. Keep close coordination with other facilities staff for smooth operation.

Follow student houses, faculty houses class rooms and public areas preventive maintenance checklist to individually complete preventative maintenance in efficient and effective manner.

Accident prevention and safety to be aware of all existing departmental job safety analysis and to strive to work in an accident-free manner and to create a safe working environment for himself and for others.
Ability to find fault and rectify systems as and when required.
Any other duties and tasks as and when assigned by the management.

QUALIFICATIONS

A2 certificate in a trade or technical school. Basic computer skills and familiar with Facility Management systems, inventory systems, etc.
Minimum 3-years experience in Hotel/large facilities maintenance and previous experiences within the plumbing, carpentry, painting or electrical field.

Must be able to work as a team.
Able to find the root cause of the issues and have attention to details.
Self-motivated with a hands-on and flexible approach.
Able to adapt to unpredictable events.
Must be pro-active and reliable.
Able to thrive working in a busy environment and stay calm under pressure.

HOW TO APPLY

Fill the information required, upload, and submit the documents in English to the link provided below.

Please combine your resume/CV with your degree certificate as one PDF file before you upload.

Application Link:https://rica.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Application review will begin February 5, 2021 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.

Approved:

Richard B. Ferguson

Vice Chancellor of Academics Affairs, Extension and Research

Kanda hano usome byinshi kuri uyu mwanya

FinTech Lead Information Security Officer at MTN Rwanda: (Deadline 26 January 2021)

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Job responsibilities

Ensure implementation of technical security standards on the financial technology platforms as well as ongoing monitoring and reporting of compliance against the standards.
Ensure the integration of the financial technology platforms into the security compliance and monitoring eco-system both at opco and Group level then regularly confirm and report on ongoing effectiveness.
Liaise with other relevant functions to facilitate the timeous closure of incidents and vulnerabilities in relation to the financial technology platforms.
Ensure the integration of the financial technology platforms into the security compliance and monitoring eco-system both at opco and Group level then regularly confirm and report on ongoing effectiveness.
Liaise with other relevant functions to facilitate the timeous closure of incidents and vulnerabilities in relation to the financial technology platforms.
Manage and support the implementation of risk assessments exercises across the Financial Technology function to trap and highlight information security weaknesses and advice on controls to mitigate those risks.
Liaise with other relevant functions to implement information security as defined by MTN for Financial Technology.
Manage escalating issues (within the information security domain) along with relevant stakeholders!
Assist relevant business owners and custodians in identifying and setting activities logs, audit trails, functional and technical requirements, and ensure adequate custody of such.
Serve as an internal information security consultant to MTN and advise on trending information security technologies/related regulatory issues around financial technology.
Provide adequate support for any other escalated information security issues (when needed).
Supervise and manage collaboration with relevant vendors/stakeholders for vulnerability scanning and penetration testing exercises.
Provide direct support and oversight to the information security department team members and other relevant stakeholders.
Ensure adequate compliance to the information security requirements of MTN.

Minimum requirements

Minimum of 3-year tertiary degree / diploma (Bachelor of Science, Engineering or related field or MBA or master’s is advantageous

Minimum of 2 years of working experience in the Information Security domain – Experience in the Financial Services or telecommunication sector is advantageous

Experience in Information Security related Governance, Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance

How to apply

All interested candidates are requested to send their application letters and updated curriculum vitae together with copies of their academic credentials not later than 26th January 2021 at 5:00 pm Through the job’s platform on: jobs2.RW@mtn.com or HRIS

MTN Rwandacell Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

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Dore uko Ange Kagame ndetse n’abandi bayobozi b’igihugu bagaragaje ibyishimo nyuma y’insinzi y’Amavubi.

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Dore urutonde rw’amakipe 20 ya Football akize kurusha ayandi kw’isi 2021!

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January 26, 2021

Dore urutonde rw’amakipe 20 ya Football akize kurusha ayandi kw’isi 2021!

Nkuko tubikesha urutonde ngaruka mwaka uku niko amakipe 20 akurikirana mubukire kurusha ayandi 2021:

Barcelona 715.1 million euros
Real Madrid 714.9 million euros
Bayern Munich 634.1 million euros
Manchester United 580.4 million euros
Liverpool 558.6 million euros
Manchester City 549.2 million euros
Paris Saint-Germain 540.6 million euros
Chelsea 469.7 million euros
Tottenham Hotspur 445.7 million euros
Juventus 397.9 million euros
Arsenal 388 million euros
Borussia Dortmund 365.7 million euros
Atletico Madrid 331.8 million euros
Inter 291.5 million euros
Zenit 236.5 million euros
Schalke 222.8 million euros
Everton 212 million euros
Lyon 180.7 million euros
Napoli 176.3 million euros
Eintracht Frankfurt 174 million euros

Free Scholarships of Think Big for Postgraduate at University of Bristol in United Kingdoms 2021

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Free Scholarship of Think Big for Postgraduate at University of Bristol in United Kingdoms 2021

Prospective international students can apply for funding towards the cost of tuition fees.

Awards valued at £5,000, £10,000 and £20,000 are available. Awards must be used towards the cost of tuition fees.

Eligibility

You can apply if you:

have applied to start a one-year full-time postgraduate programme at the University of Bristol in September 2021.
are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes

Qualifying programmes

Any one-year, full-time postgraduate programme.

Application process

Apply using the International Scholarships online application form. You can find more details about this form in our guidance on how to apply for international scholarships.

Please read the terms and conditions before applying.

How to apply

Deadline

There are two applications rounds for this scholarship:

Round one deadline: 10 am (UK time) 29 March 2021.
Round two deadline: 10 am (UK time) 14 June 2021.

Assessment process

Round one – successful applicants will be contacted on or before 26 April 2021. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified shortly after.

Round two – successful applicants will be contacted on or before 9 July 2021. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified shortly after.

Further details

If you apply for this scholarship, you will also automatically be considered for any other University of Bristol international scholarships that you are eligible for. You do not need to submit two separate applications.

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Master’s Scholarship at Unitec Institute of Technology Postgraduate of Creative Practice in New Zealand 2021

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January 26, 2021

Master’s Scholarship at Unitec Institute of Technology Postgraduate of Creative Practice in New Zealand 2021

Application details

These scholarships are available to support talented students studying towards a Master of Creative Practice programme at Unitec.

Award value:$3,000.00	Number available:4
Provider:Unitec Institute of Technology
Contact:Dr Leon Tan ltan@unitec.ac.nz for application requirements and details.

Application Details

These scholarships are available to support talented students studying towards a Master of Creative Practice programme at Unitec.

Please read the Postgraduate Scholarship Guidelines for full details.

The scholarship is open to both Domestic and International students

Applications for 2021 are now open and close Sunday 31 January 2021

Apply now
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Fully Funded Scholarship at National Tsing Hua University for Graduate in China 2021

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Fully Funded Scholarship at National Tsing Hua University for Graduate in China 2021

Application details

International students are eligible to apply from the following scholarships or financial support. Scholarships may come from different sources, such as NTHU, government institutions, and private organizations.

Please follow the steps and processes required for a particular scholarship program.

:: National Tsing Hua University ::
Scholarship	Scholarship description	Source of Scholarship	How to apply
NTHU International Student Scholarship	● Doctoral students: NTD 20,000~40,000 per month. For GPA and annual renewal requirements, please see “How to apply”(Available to new students who apply for admission in Spring 2021 or after.) ● Master students: NTD 5,000 per month or NTD 60,000 per year ● Bachelor students: NTD 5,000 per month or NTD 60,000 per year ● Tuition and Credit fee waived *Scholarships are renewed every year, based on merit. The applicant should re-apply each year.	Office of Global Affairs at NTHU	Doctor Master & Bachelor NTHU Scholarship regulation
NTHU Country Heights Holding Bhd Filial Piety Scholarship	● Opens to prospective undergraduate students who are Malaysian citizens	Division of Student Assistance at NTHU	Please contact Division of Student Assistance

:: Government Agencies ::
Scholarship	Scholarship Description	Source of Scholarship	How to apply
Taiwan Scholarship	Ministry of Foreign Affairs ● NTD 30,000 per month or NTD 360,000 per yearMinistry of Science and Technology ● NTD 30,000 per month or NTD 360,000 per year Ministry of Education ● Doctoral students: NTD 20,000 per month, tuition up to NTD 80,000 per year = NTD 320,000 per year ● Master’s students: NTD 20,000 per month, tuition up to NTD 80,000 per year = NTD 320,000 per year ● Bachelor students: NTD15,000 per month, tuition up to NTD 80,000 per year = NTD 260,000 per year ● MOE will pay up to NTD40,000 each semester for each recipient’s approved tuition, the remaining amount must be paid by the student. ● Application Period: February 1st to March 31st.	Taiwan Embassy or Taipei Economic and Cultural Office	Click here
Elite Scholarship for University Lectures from South and South East Asia.	● Eligibility: Doctor/Master degree-seeking applicants who are currently university lecturers or professors in Indosenia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan. ● Duration of Scholarship:September – August next year. 3 years for Ph.D. students or 2 years for Master students (reviewed annually)To receive the three-year continuous scholarship, the student’s average score must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.4 in his/her previous academic year. ● Scholarship amount: NTD 300,000 per year *The scholarship doesn’t include tuition waiver. Students will need to pay tuition fee and credit fee. ● Applicaiton documents: CV and Employee certificate. ● Application Period: June 1st to June 30th, 2021. ● For new students admitted in Fall semester only	MOE	Click here
Elite Scholarship for University Lectures from Africa	● Eligibility: Doctor/Master degree-seeking applicants who are currently university lecturers or professors in Africa. ● Duration of Scholarship:September – August next year. 3 years for Ph.D. students or 2 years for Master students (reviewed annually)To receive the three-year continuous scholarship, the student’s average score must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.4 in his/her previous academic year.● Scholarship amount: NTD 300,000 per year *The scholarship doesn’t include tuition waiver. Students will need to pay tuition fee and credit fee. ● Applicaiton documents: CV and Employee certificate ● Application Period: June 1st to June 30th, 2021. ● For new students admitted in Fall semester only	MOE	Click here
Academia Sinica International Graduate Student Scholarship	Click here	Academia Sinica	Click here
Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) Scholarship	Click here	Taiwan Embassy or Taipei Economic and Cultural Office	Click here

:: Other Scholarships::
Scholarship	Scholarship Description	Apply to Whom	How to Apply
ITRI & NTHU Coordinated Graduate Program (Scholarship & Internship)	● NTD 10,000 per month ● During summer/winter vacation: full-time paid internship at ITRI -Master’s student: NTD35〜45K/month -PhD student: NTD45〜65K/month● Airfare subsidy (to travel to Taiwan) NOTE: Details of your offer will be confirmed if you are selected.	Office of Global Affairs at NTHU	Click here
Fulbright-NTHU Master Degree Program Scholarship	Benefits ● Total Monthly Payment: NT$25,000 ● Settling-in & Baggage Allowance (A one-time-only allowance): NT$36,000 ● Tuition and Credit fee Waiver (NTHU Scholarship recipient) ● Student Dormitory (provided by the university) ● Round-trip Air Ticket ● National Health Insurance Eligibility Criteria: ● Must be U.S. citizens. Permanent resident status and dual U.S. Taiwan nationality are not sufficient. ● Hold at least a bachelor’s degree ● Have strong academic credentials in an academic field of specialization. ● Meet the Grant Conditions and Provisions Eligible Programs: ● Master’s Degree Program in Austronesian Studies	Fulbright	Click here

You may contact colleges / departments for the possibility of other financial aids.

Eligibilities:

1. All individuals of foreign nationality, who never had a R.O.C. citizenship and do not possess an overseas Chinese student status at the time of their application, are qualified to apply for admission to National Tsing Hua University as an international student.

2. The following two exceptions are made for individuals who have lived overseas continuously for more than six years. The six year period shall be calculated from the starting date of the semester for which the applicant is applying (Feb.1st for spring semester or Aug.1st for fall semester). “Overseas” refers to countries or regions other than Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau; the term “continuously” means that an individual may stay in Taiwan for no more than a total of 120 days per calendar year.

(a) An individual who is also a national of the R.O.C. but does not currently hold and has never held a household registration in Taiwan.

(b) An individual who, at the time of application, has had their R.O.C. citizenship annulled by the Ministry of the Interior for no less than 8 years.

Individuals applying under the terms of these two exceptions must have not studied in Taiwan under the status of an Overseas Chinese Students, nor received placement permission through the University Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese Students.

3. Applicants, concurrently holding a permanent residence status in Hong Kong, Macao, having no history of a household registration record in Taiwan and, at the time of application, have resided in Hong Kong, Macao, or another foreign country for no less than 6 years, are also qualified to apply for admission as an international student.

NOTES:
1. Application eligibility is based on the Ministry of Education (MOE) Regulations -Regarding International Students Undertaking Studies in Taiwan. If the MOE Regulations are revised, the most recent MOE Regulations shall be enforced. For the latest information regarding the MOE Regulations, please visit MOE website at http://english.moe.gov.tw/

2. International students who are approved for initial household registration, resident registration, naturalization or restoration of their ROC citizenship while studying in Taiwan will lose their international student status and shall withdraw from the university.

3. International students who withdraw from the university due to misconduct, poor academic performance or a conviction under the Criminal Code are not eligible for re-application.

4. Violation of any of the Ministry of Education’s regulations will result in immediate cancellation of the applicant’s admission status or the removal of the applicant’s status as NTHU registered student. No academic certificate will be given.

Application Deadlines
Spring 2021 Application Period
August 15, 2020 – October 15, 2020 15:00pm (Taiwan Time)

Fall 2021 Application Period
Undergraduate Admission: November 15, 2020 – February 15, 2021 15:00pm (Taiwan Time)
Graduate Admission: January 1, 2021 – March 15, 2021 15:00pm (Taiwan Time)

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Apply Scholarships for Graduate and Postdoctoral in New Zealand (2021)

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Apply Scholarships for Graduate and Postdoctoral in New Zealand (2021)

Application details

The International Doctoral Scholarship is awarded to all international PhD candidates who do not receive the Differential Tuition Fee Waiver or the Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship, for a maximum of five (5) years.

The International Doctoral Scholarship is awarded to reduce the tuition fees to the equivalent of the PhD Canadian tuition fees. International tuition fees will be reflected on the student account. However, with the application of the Scholarship, international PhD candidates will pay the equivalent of Canadian tuition fees for a maximum duration of five (5) years.

The amount of the Scholarship will fluctuate over the years dependent on the current Canadian tuition fees. The net effect of the Scholarship will be to reduce the amount of the tuition fees to a level equivalent to those paid by Canadian students. Please note that the scholarship will be awarded only if tuition fees are charged to your student account.

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Re-Advertised-Senior Associate, Laboratory Services at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI): Deadline : 02-02-2021

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Re-Advertised

TITLE: Senior Associate, Laboratory Services

Program: Laboratory Services

Job Location: Kigali

Type: Full-Time Paid

Start date: Immediate

Overview:

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems that can succeed without our assistance. CHAI Rwanda carries out a wide range of programs, namely Nutrition, Access to Medicine – Hepatitis, Cervical Cancer, Laboratory Services, Health Financing, and Human Resources for Health, to support the Government of Rwanda (GoR) and Rwanda Ministry of Health (MOH) to ensure all Rwandans have access to quality, timely health care services.

For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org

Laboratory Services Program:

CHAI Rwanda Laboratory Services Program is supporting the GoR and MOH/Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) to identify challenges in the current medical laboratory network, evaluate and implement potential system strengthening opportunities and strategies to expand the coverage of diagnostics services across the country, and create long-term improvements in healthcare delivery. Through the African Health Diagnostics Platform Project (AHDP), the CHAI Rwanda team is supporting the MOH to assess, design, negotiate and implement Public private partnerships (PPP) between partner governments and private commercial organizations to achieve this goal. Through the Molecular Diagnostic Network Optimization (DNO) and Sample Referral System (SRS) design exercise, CHAI team is supporting the RBC/National Reference laboratory (NRL) to assess current and future testing network design to align testing demand and capacity in the most cost-effective way by defining the optimal instruments mix, identifying the most appropriate locations where instruments should be placed, and designing the referral network linkages across that revised network.

CHAI team is also working with RBC, NRL, and the strategy development team to ensure timely response for COVID-19 pandemic management. This includes sharing technical expertise, updates on diagnostics landscape, and providing analytical, program strategy, planning, and implementation support for introduction and uptake of innovative, affordable, and high-quality diagnostics products.

Position Overview:

CHAI is looking for a Senior Associate, Laboratory Services to provide technical and operational support across multiple workstreams – network assessment; national strategy development and costing; implementation plans development; clinical training and mentoring; health information and quality assurance systems; and closing the loop interventions.

The Senior Associate will report to CHAI Rwanda’s Laboratory Services Program Manager and work closely with other team members, as well as CHAI’s global Laboratory Services Team. S/he will work closely with the MOH Laboratory team to provide technical and implementation support to drive timely execution and monitoring of laboratory system strengthening interventions including PPPs, DNO and SRS, COVID-19 diagnostics decentralization strategy.

CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong public health/laboratory sciences experience, outstanding credentials, and project implementation skills to support the program in Rwanda. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, flexibility, independence, energy, work ethic, and humility.

This position will be based in Kigali, with travel to other districts as required.

Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and technical input into policy documents including but not limited to national laboratory policies and strategic plans, quality improvement plans including accreditation schemes
Support assessment of technical resources and operational requirements in the laboratory network
Lead assessment of the PPP model’s technical capacity to expand access to laboratory services
Support development of implementation plans based on outputs from PPP feasibility, DNO, and SRS studies and for selected models
Develop and share deployment models and strategies with operational considerations to support scale-up of piloted system strengthening activities
Share experience and best practices from other countries on strategies and tools for adoption of current and new diagnostic models and products and their integration into existing lab networks
Support the MOH in adoption of WHO guidelines for diagnostics
Support the diagnostics working group in developing presentations, reports, and other documents
Support national quantification exercises for diagnostics equipment and supplies
Support planning and implementation of technical and programmatic training and mentoring, including revision of training and mentoring materials, tracking training gaps and progress
Support in setting up of a data management system for reporting and results delivery and its integration into existing routine data management processes and systems, such as the country’s health information management system (HMIS)
Develop recommendations for complementary interventions that can “close loop of care” and maximize the impact of diagnostic improvements
Support broader advocacy and resource mobilization efforts for diagnostics access, e.g. drafting grant proposals, concept notes, presentations, budgets
Develop materials and document internal updates to share with other CHAI team members, highlight opportunities for integration and coordination across workstreams wherever possible
Conduct literature reviews and research activities as needed, and undertake other duties related to improving diagnostics access
Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Public Health, Laboratory Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or Engineering, or related technical field
A minimum of 5 years’ professional work experience and at least 3 years’ experience working in health system strengthening projects or in public/private health diagnostics projects

Required skills:

Strong technical knowledge and understanding of health sector diagnostics and familiarity with global health issues, experience in carrying out diagnostics project implementation work
Demonstrated skills in qualitative and quantitative data collection, data management, and analysis, including knowledge of computer software: MS Office applications and other information systems (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Smartsheet experience a plus
Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-oriented environment with the ability to learn the job quickly through research and absorb synthesis on broad range of interventions
Ability to work independently on complex projects and proactively manage activities with minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate government processes with multiple stakeholders to build relationships
High level of integrity, professionalism, and knowledge of research ethics
Experience in convening meetings and facilitating discussions among a multidisciplinary group of stakeholders; previous experience working with government stakeholders is a strong plus
Experience working in Rwanda or other resource-limited settings strongly preferred
Working knowledge of English and Kinyarwanda/French

Application procedure:

Interested candidates should apply through https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/10579/senior-associate%2c-laboratory-services/job The deadline for applications is February 2, 2021. The shortlisted candidates will be contacted:

4 job opportunities at Mace Group: Deadline: 24/02/21

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1. Senior Project Manager (Roads and Infrastructure)

The opportunity

Project: A new build airport project on a greenfield site in excess of 2,500 hectares. The project consists of 110,000 sqm terminal to cater for 7 million passengers per year and includes cargo, catering, retail facilities, associated baggage systems and all infrastructure including roads and car parks. Additional buildings include police station, fire station, presidential suite and Duty Free.

This is an opportunity to oversee a major element of the project, providing Project & Construction management of the appointed contractors and consultants. Working within the Mace International Consult business, you will get the opportunity to live and work in Kigali, Rwanda on this scheme of national importance, experiencing new cultures and ways of working.

Your responsibilities will include:

Reporting to the project lead, overseeing your designated area of works.
Developing the clients brief, delivery strategy and leading the design management, procurement and execution of the scheme.
Project and construction management of local contractors and consultants, working within a Joint Venture established to deliver this project.
Supporting the team establish the project including site set up, procurement and on-boarding of contractors and imbedding health, safety and best practice methodology.
Identifying areas of improvement throughout the project and supply chain, making recommendations and supporting the Joint Venture implement these on a day to day basis.
Facilitating the definition of project scope and goals and providing progress reporting on your area of work.
Coordinating, directing and monitoring the activities of project staff, PM/CM, design consultants and contractors on site.
Liaising with various internal teams and external stakeholders to effectively manage the airport project.
Managing project budget, resource, and progress against the agreed scope of work.
Reviewing contractor’s payment applications and supporting the preparation of monthly payment requisition.
Transferring best practice experience to the client and contractors, facilitating that transfer of knowledge to leave a legacy of improvements in the local construction market.
Ensuring that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.

About you

You have a relevant degree qualification, are digitally savvy and can build trusted, collaborative relationships with clients, consultants and contractors in the project environment. You will have a construction or project management background and be excited to grow your international career and enjoy the opportunities Mace have to offer.

Rewards and recognition

With Mace International, you will work with inspiring colleagues, influential clients and get to make a difference for a local community in another part of the world.

We invest in our people and provide a benefits package that includes a competitive salary, private medical insurance, volunteering days in the local community and other location-specific allowances.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

About us

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East and North Africa, Americas, Central Asia, India, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first – going home safe and well, Client focus – deliver on our promise, Create opportunity – for our people to excel, Integrity – always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

“Mace is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people to excel.”

Click here for details & to apply

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2. Senior MEP Manager – Airport

The opportunity

Project: A New build airport project on a greenfield site in excess of 2,500 hectares. The project consists of a 110,000 sqm terminal to cater for 7 million passengers per year and includes cargo, catering, retail facilities, associated baggage systems and all infrastructure including roads and car parks. Additional buildings include police station, fire station, presidential suite and Duty Free.

This is an opportunity to oversee all MEP elements of this major project, providing project and construction management of the appointed contractors and consultants. Working within the Mace International Consult business, you will get the opportunity to live and work in Kigali, Rwanda on this scheme of national importance, experiencing new cultures and ways of working.

Your responsibilities will include:

Reporting to the project lead, overseeing all MEP works across this major project.
Developing the clients brief, delivery strategy and leading the design management, procurement and execution of the scheme.
Project and construction management of local contractors and consultants, working within a Joint Venture established to deliver this project.
Supporting the team establish the project including site set up, procurement and on-boarding of contractors and imbedding health, safety and best practice methodology.
Identifying areas of improvement throughout the project and supply chain, making recommendations and supporting the Joint Venture implement these on a day to day basis.
Facilitating the definition of project scope and goals and providing progress reporting on your area of work.
Coordinating, directing and monitoring the activities of project staff, PM/CM, design consultants and contractors on site.
Liaising with various internal teams and external stakeholders to effectively manage the airport project.
Managing project budget, resource, and progress against the agreed scope of work.
Reviewing contractor’s payment applications and supporting the preparation of monthly payment requisition.
Transferring best practice experience to the client and contractors, facilitating that transfer of knowledge to leave a legacy of improvements in the local construction market.
Ensuring that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.

About you

You have a relevant degree qualification, are digitally savvy and can build trusted, collaborative relationships with clients, consultants and contractors in the project environment. You will have a construction or project management background and be excited to grow your international career and enjoy the opportunities Mace have to offer.

Rewards and recognition

With Mace International, you will work with inspiring colleagues, influential clients and get to make a difference for a local community in another part of the world.

We invest in our people and provide a benefits package that includes a competitive salary, private medical insurance, volunteering days in the local community and other location-specific allowances.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

About us

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East and North Africa, Americas, Central Asia, India, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first – going home safe and well, Client focus – deliver on our promise, Create opportunity – for our people to excel, Integrity – always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

“Mace is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people to excel

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3. Project Manager (Buildings) – Airport

The opportunity

Project: A new build airport on a greenfield site in excess of 2,500 hectares. The project consists of a 110,000 sqm terminal to cater for 7 million passengers per year and includes cargo, catering, retail, baggage systems and all associated infrastructure including roads and car parks. Additional buildings include police station, fire station, presidential suite and Duty Free.

This is an opportunity to oversee a major element of the project, providing project and construction management of the appointed contractors and consultants. Working within the Mace International Consult business, you will get the opportunity to live and work in Kigali, Rwanda on this scheme of national importance, experiencing new cultures and ways of working.

Your responsibilities will include:

Reporting to the project lead, overseeing your designated area of works.
Project and construction management of local contractors and consultants, working within a Joint Venture established to deliver this project.
Supporting the team establish the project including site set up, procurement and on-boarding of contractors and imbedding health, safety and best practice methodology.
Identifying areas of improvement throughout the project and supply chain, making recommendations and supporting the Joint Venture implement these on a day to day basis.
Providing progress reports.
Planning and executing of full-scale project plans.
Facilitating the definition of project scope and goals and providing progresss reporting on your area of work.
Coordinating, directing and monitoring the activities of project staff, PM/CM, design consultants and contractors on site.
Liaising with various internal teams and external stakeholders to effectively manage the airport project.
Managing project budget, resource, and progress against the agreed scope of work.
Reviewing contractor’s payment applications and supporting the preparation of monthly payment requisition.
Transferring best practice experience to the client and contractors, facilitating that transfer of knowledge to leave a legacy of improvements in the local construction market.

About you

You have a relevant degree qualification, are digitally savvy and can build trusted, collaborative relationships with clients, consultants and contractors in the project environment. You will have a construction or project management background and be excited to grow your international career and enjoy the opportunities Mace have to offer.

Rewards and recognition

With Mace International, you will work with inspiring colleagues, influential clients and get to make a difference for a local community in another part of the world.
We invest in our people and provide a benefits package that includes a competitive salary, private medical insurance, volunteering days in the local community and other location-specific allowances.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

About us

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East and North Africa, Americas, Central Asia, India, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first – going home safe and well, Client focus – deliver on our promise, Create opportunity – for our people to excel, Integrity – always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

“Mace is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people to excel.”

Click here for details & to apply

4. Senior Special Airport Systems Manager

The opportunity

Project: A new build airport project on a greenfield site in excess of 2,500 hectares. The project consists of a 110,000 sqm terminal to cater for 7 million passengers per year and includes cargo, catering, retail facilities, associated baggage systems and all infrastructure including roads and car parks. Additional buildings include police station, fire station, presidential suite and Duty Free.

This is an opportunity to oversee all special airport systems elements of this major project, providing project and construction management of the appointed contractors and consultants. Working within the Mace International Consult business, you will get the opportunity to live and work in Kigali, Rwanda on this scheme of national importance, experiencing new cultures and ways of working.

Your responsibilities will include:

Reporting to the project lead, overseeing all special airport systems works across this major project.
Developing the clients brief, delivery strategy and heading the design management, procurement and execution of the scheme.
Providing project and constuction management of local contractors and consultants, working within a Joint Venture established to deliver this project.
Supporting the team establish the project including site set up, procurement and onboarding of contractors and imbedding health, safety and best practice methodology.
Identifying areas of improvement throughout the project and supply chain, making recommendations and supporting the Joint Venture implement these on a day to day basis.
Facilitating the definition of project scope and goals and providing progress reporting on your area of work.
Coordinating, directing and monitoring the activities of project staff, PM/CM, design consultants and contractors on site.
Liaising with various internal teams and external stakeholders to effectively manage the airport project.
Managing project budget, resource, and progress against the agreed scope of work.
Reviewing contractor’s payment applications and supporting the preparation of monthly payment requisition.
Transferring best practice experience to the client and contractors, facilitating that transfer of knowledge to leave a legacy of improvements in the local construction market.
Ensuring that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.
Overseeing testing and commissioning, project close out, including securing warranties, guarantees, and acceptance of the work and handover to airport operational readiness (AOR) team for airport operation.

About you

You have a relevant degree qualification, are digitally savvy and can build trusted, collaborative relationships with clients, consultants and contractors in the project environment. You will have a construction or project management background and be excited to grow your international career and enjoy the opportunities Mace have to offer.

Rewards and recognition

With Mace International, you will work with inspiring colleagues, influential clients and get to make a difference for a local community in another part of the world.

We invest in our people and provide a benefits package that includes a competitive salary, private medical insurance, volunteering days in the local community and other location-specific allowances.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

About us

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East and North Africa, Americas, Central Asia, India, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first – going home safe and well, Client focus – deliver on our promise, Create opportunity – for our people to excel, Integrity – always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

“Mace is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people to excel.”

Click here for details & to apply

Agriculture Sales Officer at Urwego Bank PLC : Deadline:08-02-2021

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January 26, 2021

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Mission

To provide a ladder of opportunity to underserved communities in Rwanda, as we proclaim and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Method

We share the hope of Christ as we provide financial services and biblically based training that restore dignity and break the cycle of poverty.

Motivation

The love of Jesus Christ motivates us to identify with those living in poverty and be His hands and feet as we strive to glorify God.

Agriculture Sales Officer

Urwego Bank Plc is dedicated to provide financial services to the people of Rwanda. Motivated by Jesus Christ’s call to serve those in need. Its mission is to achieve economic spiritual transformation in the lives of underserved, using financial services and tested training as we share Jesus Christ’s love. Urwego Bank wishes to recruit (1) qualified, competent, committed, and proactive Agriculture Sales Officer to support the Agriculture Department of Urwego bank Plc Rwamagana Microfinance Branch.

Job Title: Agriculture Sales Officer

Department: Agriculture

Reporting to: Sales Team Leader

Directly supervises: None

Location: Rwamagana

JOB SUMMARY

The Agriculture Sales Officer (ASO) will mobilize and market the agriculture product in the cooperatives around the working area. The ASO will ensure the agricultural products are relevant to the target market and Urwego’s mission as well as financially sustainable with credit risk managed appropriately. The ASO will work with branch leadership to grow the existing portfolio and strengthen agricultural business partnerships. The ASO will also be responsible for mobilising and recruiting new agriculture clients. Maintaining the existing clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote and fulfill Urwego Bank’s 3Ms as listed above while working within a Christ-centered environment that is mission-driven, community-oriented, and results-driven.

Spiritual Integration and Christian Witness

1.Ensure a personal, healthy spiritual balance within family, work, and church life through the adoption of biblical personal and spiritual disciplines; and

2. Conduct daily work, make decisions, and help Urwego Bank make decisions in a way that witnesses to the presence, power, and love of Jesus and the reality of his Kingdom on earth.

Agriculture Product selling and marketing

Work with Branch leadership in close collaboration with agriculture program manager to grow portfolio in assigned working area.
Work closely and build a relationship with off-takers and district cooperative officers to manage and reduce the risks that may associate with poor cooperative leadership
Strongly understand good agriculture practices and agriculture seasons
Ensure agriculture products are financially sustainable
Originate agriculture loans, prepare agriculture loan files and analyze the risks that may cause the loan to underperform and reduce those risks
Identify key agriculture product risks and communicate mitigants to the supervisor
Regularly update the agriculture loan monitoring tool to minimize the risks in the value chain
Understand agriculture value chain financing models to grow portfolio and reduce the risks associated with it.

Portfolio Quality

Regularly monitor the quality of the agriculture product portfolio, utilizing PAR as the primary measure of portfolio quality and keeping PAR 30 below 5% on average.
Work with Branch leadership, Agriculture Program Manager to address portfolio quality shortcomings, including default management, through regular review, update Agric Loan monitoring tool.
Regularly visit cooperatives to understand the field challenges and find out the solution and share the field updates to Branch manager and agriculture program manager.

Profitability and Growth

Collaborate with different stakeholders, cooperatives, and offtakes to understand the needs of the clients to keep Urwego on the top of lending industry in the agriculture sector.
Provide all the needed agriculture practices training to ensure high yield to cooperatives and growth portfolio
Strategically market Urwego agriculture product to ensure all the cooperatives in area understand the product very well.

Stakeholder and Partner Relationships

The Agriculture Sales Officer will partner with the Service Delivery staff to grow existing and develop new agricultural business lines.

Serve as a key representative of the bank to partners and non-partners in providing expertise and funding focused on agriculture products.
Grow relationships with strategic partners and potential partners supporting agriculture lending.

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ and commitment to the mission and vision of Urwego Bank Plc
Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agri-business, or related field
3 or more years of experience in agricultural lending, preferably in the following value-chains Coffee, Irish Potato, Rice, Maize
Experience in agricultural credit risk assessment and management
Experience in field mobilisation and cooperative relationship preferably rice and Maize.
Ability to source, negotiate and manage partnership agreements
Proven training skills
Strong organizational skills, including effective time management and prioritization of competing demands/multiple deadlines
Must be fluent with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel. Powerpoint)
MUST have a valid motorcycle driving license and be able to drive motorcycle to the field.

How to apply

Interested and eligible applicants should send the following documents to UrwegoHR@urwegobank.com not later than 8^th February 2021 at 5 pm.

Applications should be addressed to HR Department

Application letter explaining your suitability for the position,
Curriculum vitae with 2 referee names,
Degree Certificate, and additional certificates if any.
Recommendation from your Church with a validity of not less than 6 Months
Your personal signed statement of Faith.
Copy of ID

Only selected candidates will be contacted for the test.

Thank you.

Urwego Bank PLC

Management

Imyanya itandukanye y’akazi muri Family Health International (FHI 360): Closing date: February 19,2021

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January 26, 2021

1. Physical Rehabilitation Technical Advisor

Family Health International (FHI 360) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Physical Rehabilitation Technical Advisor for the anticipated USAID Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity in Rwanda.

The Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity will promote nurturing and responsive care practices, especially in the areas of health, functioning, nutrition, and early childhood development (ECD) for caregivers and children. Specifically, the activity aims to improve health and nutrition outcomes among women of reproductive age and adolescents and improve infant and young child feeding practices. It also aims to address child development gaps and significant unmet physical rehabilitation and assistive technology (rehab/AT) and social inclusion needs for infants and children. The activity will focus on community-level service delivery, community-health facility linkages and district level capacity development, as well as address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, in line with Government of Rwanda priorities.

**This is a full-time position based in Kigali, Rwanda for a duration of up to five years. Availability of the position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360.

Responsibilities:

The proposed Physical Rehabilitation Technical Advisor will provide technical leadership and oversight for the project’s work to address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, with particular focus on provision of services through the health system.

Specifically:

Provide strategic leadership to the project’s inclusion portfolio;
Ensure the technical quality and integrity of the project’s inclusion and assistive technology investments;
Oversee development of tools, guidelines, and standards where necessary to improve program integration and implementation;
Ensure programming is fully aligned with Government of Rwanda nutrition, health, ECD and inclusion policies and USAID’s policy priorities;
Contribute to project design, learning, monitoring and evaluation;
Design and oversee research;
Represent the project in national networks and key coordination forums;
Build capacity of government and CBO counterparts and ensure coordination across stakeholders;
Represent the project’s inclusion portfolio to the donor and high-level government officials; and
Undertake other activities upon request.

Minimum Requirements:
The Physical Rehabilitation Technical Advisor must be a subject matter expert in the development of physical rehabilitation, including assistive technology, services and be knowledgeable about health system approaches.

Specifically:

Master’s degree or higher in a physical rehabilitation and/or associated field is required
At least 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, or supporting physical rehabilitation programming, is highly desired;
Technical capacity, experience, and skills to develop quality sustainable physical rehabilitation services is highly desired;
Strong technical skills around policy development and quality control for training curricula/tool development/revision and support for the physical rehabilitation national platform is required; and
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are highly desirable.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself

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2. Early Childhood Development Technical Advisor

Family Health International (FHI 360) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Early Childhood Development Technical Advisor for the anticipated USAID Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity in Rwanda. The Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity will promote nurturing and responsive care practices, especially in the areas of health, functioning, nutrition, and early childhood development (ECD) for caregivers and children. Specifically, the activity aims to improve health and nutrition outcomes among women of reproductive age and adolescents and improve infant and young child feeding practices. It also aims to address child development gaps and significant unmet physical rehabilitation and assistive technology (rehab/AT) and social inclusion needs for infants and children. The activity will focus on community-level service delivery, community-health facility linkages and district level capacity development, as well as address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, in line with Government of Rwanda priorities.

**This is a full-time position based in Kigali, Rwanda for a duration of up to five years. Availability of the position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360.

Responsibilities:

The proposed Early Childhood Development (ECD) Technical Advisor will provide technical leadership and oversight for activities associated with improving early childhood development, positive parenting, and social inclusion.

Specifically:

Provide strategic leadership to the project’s ECD portfolio;
Ensure the technical quality and integrity of the project’s ECD investments;
Oversee development of tools, guidelines, and standards where necessary to improve program integration and implementation;
Ensure ECD programming is fully aligned with Government of Rwanda nutrition, health and ECD policies and USAID’s policy priorities;
Contribute to project design, learning, monitoring and evaluation;
Design and oversee ECD-related research;
Represent the project in national ECD networks and key coordination forums;
Build capacity of government and CBO counterparts in ECD and ensure coordination across stakeholders;
Represent the project’s ECD portfolio to the donor and high-level government officials; and
Undertake other activities upon request.

Minimum Requirements:

A Master’s degree or higher in early childhood development, Social Sciences, Education or in a closely related field is required;
At least 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, or supporting ECD and positive parenting programming, preferably in Rwanda is highly desired;
Excellent knowledge of holistic child development and understanding of global evidence, best practices, and gaps around early childhood development interventions;
Experience integrating ECD interventions into nutrition, health and other service delivery platforms is preferred;
Demonstrated experience working with children experiencing deprivation, exclusion and vulnerability and their families, and
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are highly desirable.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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3. Nutrition Technical Advisor

Family Health International (FHI 360) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Nutrition Technical Advisor for the anticipated USAID Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity in Rwanda.

The Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) activity will promote nurturing and responsive care practices, especially in the areas of health, functioning, nutrition, and early childhood development (ECD) for caregivers and children. Specifically, the activity aims to improve health and nutrition outcomes among women of reproductive age and adolescents and improve infant and young child feeding practices. It also aims to address child development gaps and significant unmet physical rehabilitation and assistive technology (rehab/AT) and social inclusion needs for infants and children. The activity will focus on community-level service delivery, community-health facility linkages and district level capacity development, as well as address issues of inclusion and participation, including access to programs and services for children and adults with disabilities, in line with Government of Rwanda priorities.

**This is a full-time position based in Kigali, Rwanda for a duration of up to five years. Availability of the position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360.

Responsibilities:

The proposed Nutrition Technical Advisor will provide technical leadership oversight to the project’s multisector nutrition work, with particular focus on maternal, infant and young child nutrition. Specifically:

Provide strategic leadership to the project’s nutrition portfolio;
Ensure the technical quality and integrity of the project’s nutrition investments;
Oversee development of tools, guidelines, and standards where necessary to improve program implementation;
Ensure nutrition programming is fully aligned with Government of Rwanda nutrition, health and ECD policies and USAID’s policy priorities;
Contribute to project design, learning, monitoring and evaluation;
Design and oversee nutrition-related research;
Represent the project in national nutrition networks and other key coordination forums;
Build capacity of government and CBO counterparts and ensure coordination across stakeholders;
Represent the project’s nutrition portfolio to the donor and high-level government officials; and
Undertake other activities upon request.

Minimum Requirements:

A Master’s degree or higher in nutrition, public health, or in a closely related field is required;
At least 8 years of experience designing, implementing, or supporting nutrition programming, preferably in Rwanda is highly desired;
Strong technical skills in essential nutrition actions, growth monitoring and promotion, and social and behaviour change is desirable;
Strong technical skills in multi-sectoral nutrition programming, including health, WASH and food security are preferred;
Demonstrated ability to address SBC issues in improving nutritional status, especially for women and children in the first 1,000 days.
Experience in nutrition research, monitoring and evaluation is highly desirable
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are highly desirable.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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Fully funded Scholarships at Gates Cambridge in the United Kingdom: (Deadline 31 January 2021)

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January 25, 2021

Fully funded Scholarships at Gates Cambridge in the United Kingdom: (Deadline 31 January 2021)

Application details

Established by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2000, the Gates Cambridge Scholarship is one of the largest scholarships endowed to international students. The scholarship supports graduate students outside of the UK to pursue postgraduate studies at Cambridge University. As such, the annual Gates Cambridge Scholarship invites application for the academic session of 2021.

Summary

For 2021 entry, Gates Cambridge will offer 80 full-cost scholarships to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. Approximately two-thirds of these awards are for Ph.D. students, with approximately 25 awards available in the US round and 55 available in the International round

Fully Funded Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2021

Core Funding

The University Composition Fee at the appropriate rate.
A maintenance allowance for a single student (£17,500 for 12 months at the 2020-21 rate; pro rata for courses shorter than 12 months) – for Ph.D. scholars the award is for up to 4 years.
One economy single airfare at both the beginning and end of the course.
Inbound visa costs & the cost of the Immigration Health Surcharge

Additional Funding

Academic development funding – from up to £500 to up to £2,000, dependent on the length of your course, to attend conferences and courses.
Family allowance – up to £10,120 for a first child and up to £4,320 for a second child (2020-21 rate). No funding is provided for a partner.
Fieldwork – you may apply to keep up to your normal maintenance allowance while on fieldwork as part of your Ph.D. (the Trust does not fund other fieldwork costs as these should be funded by the University Composition Fee).
Maternity/Paternity funding – should you require it, you may apply to intermit your studies for up to 6 months and continue to receive your maintenance allowance during this time
Hardship funding – for unforeseen difficulties.

Eligibility

A citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
Applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study at the University of Cambridge:
- PhD
- MSc/MLitt
- One year postgraduate course
Further, the students should demonstrate excellent intellectual ability, leadership capacity, and desire to use their knowledge to contribute to society throughout the world by providing service to their communities and applying their talents and knowledge to improve the lives of others.
Additionally, meet all the requirements of pursuing a Master’s/Ph.D. program.