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1. Digital for Education Intervention Officer (m/f)

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Digital for Education Intervention Officer (m/f)

Enabel is a Belgian development agency. Under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we carry out public service assignments in Belgium and abroad. In addition, Enabel enhances the impact of Belgium in international development by carrying out assignments for Belgian and international third-party donors.

Its staff members in Brussels and overseas embody the commitment of the Belgian State and other development partners to international solidarity.

Currently, Enabel is implementing a five-year cooperation programme (2019 – 2024) with a total budget of 120 million euros in four priority sectors of development of Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization, and public finance management.

In a bid to curb the Covid-19 Pandemic especially in the TVET education subsector, Enabel wants to support the TVET institutions Rwanda Polytechnic (RP) and Rwanda TVET Board (RTB) in the development of digital content in different trades at different levels of education.

Enabel, in collaboration with RP and RTB, is now looking for a qualified Expert to digitalize training content of existing programs and work on the existing RP e-learning platform in terms of upgrade and usage. The combination of these would bring about a learning management system (LMS) that would cater for both open and distance learning, virtual classrooms, and remote laboratories.

Are you a tech-savvy educational enthusiast ready to take on the challenge of multiple responsibilities, playing the role of facilitator, innovator, researcher, and developer? Do you have an adaptable mindset to work as part of a (growing) team? Do you have a willingness to work with others and an appetite for learning by doing? If yes, then we’ll be happy to hear from you!

Duty station: Mainly in Kigali, with occasional missions

Duration of the contract: 18 months under local employment conditions

Probable starting date: April 2021

Monthly gross salary package: is depending on the qualification and the number of years of relevant experience.

 Function:

She/he works for Enabel, based within the TVET institutions in Rwanda, under the direct supervision of the National Technical Assistant in charge of TVET and Workplace Learning and in very close collaboration with other Enabel and TVET organizations colleagues and stakeholders. This function requires a high degree of interpersonal skills.

 In general, (s)he will:

The Digitalisation for Education Intervention Officer Function is transversal and covers 4 main tasks:

1. Main Task 1: Implement the D4E (Digitalisation for Education) activities of the project that are assigned to the Intervention officer;
2. Main Task 2: Provide the necessary technical input for different D4E activities;
3. Main Task 3: Contribute to quality assurance as well as knowledge building and knowledge management in the field of D4E;
4. Main Task 4: Contribute to change and strengthen the capacities of partners in the field of D4E.

Main tasks:

TASK 1: As Collaborator in the intervention

Realize the implementation of the project by providing input for planning, execution, coordination, and monitoring and evaluation of activities that falls under Digitalisation for Education in order to ensure that the results are achieved within the set execution deadline. The D4E Intervention officer will lead and be responsible for the implementation of the following activities:

In collaboration with the national and international TVET experts; the TVET institution program leads and the D4D expert team of the action in other countries:

• Contribute to the definition, improvement, and implementation of a strategy for a Learning Management System within the TVET institutions (assessment of different options, support the pilot and roll out);
• Contribute to the definition and implement a strategy for Digital Documentation and Digital Libraries within the TVET institutions (assessment of different options, support the pilot and roll out);
• Pilot the implementation of four Digital Skills and Fablabs (to offer ICT integration in teaching and learning);
• Ensure the development and rollout of online or blended learning modules in the TVET construction sector, including capacity building of the TVET institutions.

Main tasks:

• Analyze using a collaborative process the digital situation in the TVET institutions (digital readiness of staff and students, availability of ICT equipment, the status of internet connectivity, ….)
• Realize and adapt, where needed, the planning of activities for which the intervention officer is the lead
• Prepare Terms of Reference and budget for the implementation of the activities for which the intervention officer is the lead
• Ensure instructional integrity of digital course development projects through a method of systematic design and clear course standards, objectives, and assessment
• Develop engaging online or blended learning modules based on existing training materials (e.g. videos, audio, podcasts, animations, 360° videos, AR, VR …);
• Build capacity of TVET institutions staff in the area of digital for education by supporting staff and students through training, help guides, and the organization of a help desk function;
• Identify additional technical expertise required for implementing the activities;
• Determine technical specifications when preparing procurement documents;
• Follow up public procurement (of services, or goods) for which the intervention officer is the lead (technical meetings, provisional technical and final acceptance, …);
• Ensure permanent monitoring of activities including the agreements with external parties.

TASK 2: As a Technology Enhanced Learning expert

Provide the necessary technical input in Digitalisation for Education in order to achieve the project’s technical performance in accordance with national and international norms and standards. The D4E Intervention officer will technically contribute, together with the TVET D4E experts of the project in the other implementation countries, to the following tasks:

• Remain informed of recent interesting evolutions in Digitalisation for Education;
• Participate to scientific and technical forums in Digitalisation for Education;
• Identify and collaborate on TVET institution improvement projects and new initiatives;
• Provide structured and comprehensible technical feedback to all team members.

TASK 3: As Contributor to quality assurance and knowledge management

Ensure quality assurance of services and contribute to organizing knowledge building and knowledge management in Digitalisation for Education. The D4E Intervention officer will ensure the following tasks:

• Continuously self-manage the improvement of one’s knowledge on the basis of one’s experiences, with the advice of sector and thematic experts and by being part of professional and/or scientific networks;
• Be a productive, contributing member to the project network of D4D experts in all implementation countries (Burundi, DRC, Rwanda & Belgium);
• Produce factual data (evidence) about innovations and achievements and present them (posters, presentations at conferences, articles, …);
• Deliver the generated knowledge and factual data to the appropriate level.

TASK 4: As Facilitator of the change processes

Ensure capacity development of partner entities in order to contribute to the improvement of their organization, processes, and systems and of their staff’s competencies. The D4E Intervention officer will ensure the following tasks:

• Engage permanently with school and institutional management, subject matter experts, teachers, and students as well as industry partners and external stakeholders;
• Facilitate the introduction of innovative practices and advice the partners on the use of the most appropriate techniques, including the decision-making process for the purchase of innovative software and technology;
• Facilitate the change process.

 Expected results of the function:

• The D4E activities, for which the intervention officer is responsible, are well managed and achieve the desired results.
• Timely and quality technical input is provided to the team members in the field of D4E.
• The D4E activities are documented for learning and institutionalization.
• The visibility of our actions in D4E is adequate.

Profile:

qualification and experience

• East African Community Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience – degree preferred in human sciences related fields (preferably in adults’ education, educational sciences, or development studies, human resources, sociology …).
• Complementary assets: background in TVET, engineering, ICT, or related fields; certifications in e-learning, instructional design, or related fields

technical skills

 Specific competencies or knowledge considered required:

Professional Foundations

1. Communicate effectively in visual, oral, and written form.
2. Update and improve knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
3. Identify and resolve ethical and legal implications.
4. Fluent in English.

Planning and Analysis

1. Conduct a needs assessment.
2. Design a curriculum or program.
3. Select and use a variety of techniques for determining instructional content.
4. Identify and describe target population characteristics.
5. Analyze the characteristics of the environment.
6. Analyze the characteristics of existing and emerging technologies.

Design and Development

1. Select, modify, or create an appropriate design and development model.
2. Select and use a variety of techniques to define and sequence the instructional content and strategies.
3. Select or modify existing instructional materials.
4. Develop instructional materials reflecting an understanding of the diversity of learners and groups of learners.
5. Evaluate and assess instruction and its impact.

Implementation and Management

1. Plan and manage instructional design projects.
2. Promote collaboration, partnerships, and relationships among the participants in a design project.
3. Apply business skills to managing instructional design.
4. Contribute to the effective implementation and marketing of instructional products and programs.

Specific competencies or knowledge considered an asset:

• Fluent in French or Kinyarwanda
• Knowledge and/or experience in digitalization of TVET institutions
• Basic knowledge of project implementation cycle and project management
• Awareness of/or interest in 360° videography and Virtual Reality
• Knowledge and/or experience in Gender Mainstreaming
• Experience in knowledge management or organizational learning

attitude

• Continuous learner, able to demonstrate a genuine passion for technology, for understanding and applying technology to bring value to stakeholders and target audiences;
• Pro-active: taking initiatives and responsibility at the same time;
• Creative problem-solver and facilitator-oriented;
• Capable to take a “hands-on approach” and rapidly adapt to changing circumstances;
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• High-level integrity and confidentiality.

How to Apply

Interested applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Job in Rwanda by clicking here Apply for this job button including detailed Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages), a motivation letter, and a copy of a University degree(s). Past and current service certificates also need to be attached to the application (unproven experience will not be considered during the shortlisting). Specify in your CV your LinkedIn profile (if available), at least one product in eLearning that you developed (available online), and the names of three referees (former direct supervisor) as well as their emails and telephone numbers. Submit the full file not later than the 15th March 2021. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Enabel never requests money to be part of any of the recruitment processes.

Done at Kigali, on 1^st March 2021

 Resident Representative of Enabel in Rwanda

2. Business Analyst eHealth (m/f)

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Business Analyst eHealth (m/f)

Enabel is a Belgian development agency. Under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we carry out public service assignments in Belgium and abroad. In addition, Enabel enhances the impact of Belgium in international development by carrying out assignments for Belgian and international third-party donors.

Its staff members in Brussels and overseas embody the commitment of the Belgian State and other development partners to international solidarity.

Currently, Enabel is implementing a five-year cooperation programme (2019 – 2024) with a total budget of 120 million euros in four priority sectors of development of Rwanda: health, agriculture, urbanization, and public finance management.

Enabel in Rwanda, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, wishes to recruit a Business Analyst (m/f) who will help manage the Enabel eHealth portfolio and will facilitate the process of setting up a Hospital Information Network (HIN) system and a Health Information Exchange platform. Through these systems, healthcare providers will share their operational key information and patient data to ensure quality and continuum of care among the citizens and to be able to respond to health crises such as pandemics.

Duty station: Mainly in Kigali, with occasional missions

Duration of the contract: 18 months under local employment conditions

Expected starting date: April 2021

Monthly gross salary package: is depending on the qualification and the number of years of relevant experience.

Function:

He/she works for Enabel, based in the Ministry of Health, under the direct supervision of the International Technical Assistant of Enabel in Rwanda and in very close collaboration with the Ministry of Health. This function requires a high degree of interpersonal skills and a solutions-oriented attitude.

In general, (s)he will:

• Lead the technical discovery process for Digital projects, scoping needs, gathering user requirements, and producing functional specifications for a solution.
• Be a technology partner, working with stakeholders to identify unmet needs, propose IT solutions, and assist management in the development of business cases, system architecture, and project charters.
• Cultivate relationships with government agencies, partners, and stakeholders to develop deep insights into the needs of the national healthcare system, healthcare providers, patients, customers, and communities and become the go-to person for our business/technology partners.
• Conduct Business Analysis: Map out business process; Capture business requirements and specifications (storyboards, use cases, wireframes, …); support translation into technical requirements.
• Oversee third-party contractors and ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Support continuous process improvement: analyze existing systems, ensure interoperability and resolve business and technology-related issues.
• Perform and/or oversee the integration and acceptance testing of solutions developed by technology partners.
• Support user adoption and training processes.

Profile:

qualification and experience

• East African Community Citizen
• Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information and Communication Technology; or master’s in Business Administration; or equivalent through experience.
• Minimum experience of 3 years in Business analysis, system architect, and Management information systems.
• Experience in project delivery in a dynamic and emerging setting as part of a complex, global organization;

 technical skills

• Ability to recommend priorities to multiple stakeholders based on the highest business value;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives;
• Effective communication skills, both written and orally, with technical and non-technical stakeholders at different levels;
• Knowledge of system design and architecture, preferably in the health sector;
• Excellent ability for the synthesis of complex issues
• Proven experience at facilitating workshops and meetings, and negotiating;
• Demonstrated ability to influence a large group of stakeholders
• Proficient in English and French. Kinyarwanda is a plus.
• Knowledge of trends in technology and opportunities in digital healthcare;
• Experience with user-centered design of software: identify, wireframe, prototype, test, and operationalize eHealth solutions using visualization platforms
• Experience with lean and agile project management methods;
• Experience in providing guidance and leadership to collaborators;
• Experience in collaborations at the government level.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Attitude

• Highly self-motivated and directed;
• Advanced sense of creativity and initiative
• A genuine passion for technology, understanding how things work, and for applying technology to bring value to stakeholders and target audiences;
• Continuous learner, able to demonstrate familiarity with current trends;
• Capable to take a “hands-on approach” to experiment and try things if needed;
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• Constructive and solution-oriented.

 How to Apply

Interested applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their application documents through Job in Rwanda by clicking here Apply for this job” button  including detailed Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages), a motivation letter, and a copy of University degree(s). Past and current service certificates also need to be attached to the application (unproven experience will not be considered during the shortlisting). Specify in your CV your LinkedIn profile (if available) and the names of three referees (former direct supervisor) as well as their emails and telephone numbers. Submit the full file not later than the 15th March 2021. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

 Enabel never requests money to be part of any of the recruitment processes.

Done at Kigali, on 01^st March 2021

Resident Representative of Enabel in Rwanda

Call for Application for Work Readiness Training Program 

Sharpen Skills Ltd is a Training and Consultancy firm that offers a range of job demanded skills.

We exist to bridge the gap between the job opportunities and the skilled workforce.

 1.0 About Sharpen Skills

Sharpen skills Ltd is a Training and Consultancy firm that offers a range of job demanded skills. This is all meant to equip learners with abilities to meet the current dynamic labor market requirements. Over the years, its impact has been recognized thus accreditation from Workforce Development Authority. Sharpen Skills Ltd has been known for its outstanding on-the-job training and soft skills that both job seekers and the employed need to increase their performance at the workplace. Most specifically, the following are the trainings that are offered to specific sets of people.

2.0 COURSE NAME: WORK READINESS COURSE

 Being the fact that graduates learn more of the theories than practical, it has been always hard for employers to find it easy to employ fresh graduates. In this program, Sharpen Skills Ltd provides a set of soft skills for the graduates ranging from preparing resumes and cover letters, interaction skills, environment adaptation, professional network, and preparing for interviews. This bridges the gap from the university to the labor market and the student is now ready to stand out of the crowd to be the best fit for the job.

3.0 Who Should Take this Course?

• Completing university students.
• Fresh Graduates.
• The employed (Since there could be the need to change job position in the company or to a new employer.)
• Employers (Best fit to understand what job candidates should be able to bring to your organization as well as understanding how to select the best candidate).

4.0 Why you need to take this course

• To be prepared to meet today’s labor market requirements.
• To bridge the gap between school and the working
• To get introduced to the variety of industry experts who are potential employers.
• To get hands-on-skills that are rare in university curriculums.
• To get skills on how to develop your own ideas into business.
• Learn work ethics, relevance of work ethics, and how to deal with different workplace cultures.
• Present and organize relevant information in line with jobs applied for.
• Learn and practice how to answer common interview questions at an advanced and proficient level.
• Gain advanced Microsoft package skills.
• Learn how to bring and develop new ideas at the workplace.
• Learn how to manage organizational finances and personal finances.
• Negotiate salary, start date, and schedules with the new employer.
• Learn how to draft business proposals
• Trainees will learn Rwanda taxation framework and have EBM practices

5.0 The Best of the Course

Not only do we train you with job readiness skills, but we also link with corporate experts that will open doors for you to sell yourself as a potential employee. This is through practical training like practicing interviews with industry experts that you will be able to grow and develop yourself professionally.

6.0 When and how long does the course take?

This is a two months training course that will allow you to have the best workplace skills. It prepares you to be ready to sell yourself to the potential employer or start your own business with enough skills and confidence.

 Applications are ongoing and they will close on 30^th March, 2021. Training shall commence on 1^st April, 2021 to 31^st May, 2021. Secure your vacancy as early as possible to be among the first cohort for this job readiness course.

 7.0 Contacts

Reach us on Tel: 0784522929 or 0785774530 book your seat.

You can also send an e-mail at info@sharpen-skills.com

At Sharpen Skills Ltd, we believe in skills that we empower with our trainees and clients for their personal and organizational development.

Technical Support Engineer

 Country: Rwanda

City: Kigali

Ref #: 243593

We’re growing rapidly. Would you like to join us?

Are you a natural problem solver looking for a company where you can fast-track your career?

Do you want to gain global experience and get extensive training on high-end software products and solutions?

We’re Tek Experts, a leading global provider of technical support and professional services on behalf of the world’s largest IT companies.

With 7,000 employees across seven global offices, we’ve built a reputation for deep technical expertise and providing exceptional customer experiences. We operate a 24/7/365 service across borders, languages, and time zones.

We’re growing rapidly and looking for Technical Support Engineers to join one of our support teams.

Join us and be part of something great!

About the role…

As a customer-facing support engineer, your role will be to provide phone and email-based technical support to corporate customers while ensuring ticket resolution and customer satisfaction. We are looking for people with all levels of experience so if you are just starting in your career or have been a support engineer or manager, this is the role for you.

Working with one of our key customers, you will be supporting everything related to the technology team you are in which could include:

• Azure
• Dynamics
• Office 365
• Networking
• Active Directory
• Virtual Machines

You will also be supported by our Quality Assurance team, Domain Experts, and the Training and Development department to ensure you have a comprehensive induction and training program and deliver extraordinary customer service.

What you’ll be doing

• Act as the advanced technical contact for troubleshooting customer issues
• Deliver advanced technical troubleshooting and problem-solving solutions for corporate customers including issues escalated to the highest level of management
• Collaborate with domain experts (SMEs) and escalation managers when additional support is needed
• Manage critical issues by setting customer expectations, devise and implement action plans and professionally communicate measures to all parties involved
• Seek supplemental training to improve performance and develop a specialisation

What you’ll need

• At least 1-2 year’s experience in a technical or customer support role
• Strong research, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• A University Degree (Ao)
• Excellent English communication skills (Speaking, Listening, Writing & Reading)
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Excellent customer service skills
• Passion for technology and learning
• Good knowledge of at least one relevant technology

What we offer

• A Career, not a job
• Be part of something great
• Opportunity to realise your full potential
• Continuous personal and professional learning
• Fast-track career
• Global resources
• Unleash your potential
• Work-wide family

Tek Experts is an equal opportunity employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

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1. IT & Communications Officer

2. Accountant

Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Rwanda is an affiliate of Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT), an INGO headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with operations in Rwanda since 2010.

DOT Rwanda is a youth-led movement of daring social innovators who have the tools, knowledge, and networks to create opportunities and transform their own communities. We support youth to become innovators and leaders, and to create and apply digital solutions that have positive impact in their communities.

DOT Rwanda is seeking a first cohort of exceptional Digital Champions and Business Coaches to join the Community Leadership Program pillar of the Daring to Shift (D2S).

Daring to Shift is a four-year Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT)’s project that places young women and men at the centre of inclusive community development and supports them with the digital and human skills, knowledge, and networks they need to create opportunities and transform their own communities. The project will target 70% young women (18-35 yrs) to leverage growing digital ecosystems and create new pathways for employment and digital opportunities. The D2S pillars will be focusing on Business Improvement Program through the integration of new digital tools and technologies; Community Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship.

Supported by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada, Daring to Shift is aligned to the Sustainable Development Goals and contributes to the Rwanda National Strategy for Transformation I (NST1).

Selected Digital champions and Business Coaches will deliver learning programs and coaching to business owners with micro, small and informal businesses (70% of women) to help them improve their business skills, increase their confidence, integrate new digital tools and technologies to improve the efficiency of their business operations.

Through the Community Leadership Program, DOT Rwanda supports young women and men to become leaders in their communities through real-world placements where they run skills development programs in their own communities. They build competencies in facilitation, digital literacy, gender equality and 21st century skills. They are also equipped with the tools to take control of their careers and livelihoods. When they complete the program, Digital Champions and Business Coaches leverage their leadership skills and real-world experience to access meaningful jobs and opportunities.

This is an exciting professional development opportunity for youth looking to grow their leadership abilities, knowledge of their community, and their visibility as leaders.

Digital Champions and Business Coaches should fit the following criteria:

– Be Rwandan citizen and aged between 18-30 years;
– Be unemployed, recent university and college graduate;
– Be a young community leader;
– Be a resident of one of the following regions and committed to work in the region for one year collaborating remotely or face -to-face with peer youth and young entrepreneurs:

City of Kigali: Gasabo, Kicukiro, Nyarugenge
Southern Province: Huye, Nyanza, Kamonyi, Muhanga
Eastern Province: Kayonza, Rwamagana, Kirehe, Nyagatare
Northern Province: Rulindo, Musanze, Gicumbi
Western Province: Rubavu, Rusizi, Karongi, Ngororero

– Passionate for digital and gender inclusion, transformation and community empowerment
– Tech savvy with Business knowledge
– Proficient in written and spoken Kinyarwanda and English;
– Women are strongly encouraged to apply

Through this unique experience, Digital Champions and Business Coaches are provided with a monthly stipend, communication and transport facilitation for successful program delivery.

How to apply

Fill in the application form you can find here: https://forms.gle/ecwuYBU88eP2Krk37

The consultant will assess the limiting factors for women’s participation in the lucrative nodes of Dairy value chain to accelerate Rural women’s Economic Empowerment. He/She will identify strategies to reinforce women’s empowerment in lucrative nodes of the dairy value chain, to reduce inequality and other problems which harm both women and men.

Tasks and responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for conducting an ”Assessment of the limiting factors for women’s participation in the lucrative nodes of the Dairy value chain”, to identify  the support to reinforce Women’s Economic Empowerment. Detailed tasks include:

• Organize the inception workshop under FAO support
• Submit the inception report to FAO  with a clear methodology to be used to realize the assessment of  limiting factors for women’s participation in the lucrative nodes of the Dairy value chain
• Organise consultations with key partners in dairy value chain to understand the role of women in the  value chain and constrains  encountered
• Analyse the progress made by women in the lucrative part of the value chain in the last 4 years and the impact observed in women empowerment in dairy value chain. Emphasis should  be  on  opportunities and challenge as of today (2021)
• Analyse how the actual National Dairy strategy supported women’s empowerment in the Dairy value chain  and what were key challenges addressed
• Describe how women are currently integrated in the lucrative node of the Dairy value chain in sustainable manner to reduce inequality, food insecurity and malnutrition and what the keys challenges are.
• Analyse different constraints that women, men and youth face that limit them from maximizing their participation in the lucrative part of dairy value chain and identify mitigation measures.
• Analyse women´s decision making in the lucrative part of the value chain and the impact (positive and negative) at the individual, household and community level
• Propose practical  recommendations and way forward for improvement of the level of women’s benefit from the lucrative node for Dairy value chain
• Prepare an end-of-assignment report

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University Degree in Social Sciences, Agriculture Economics, Gender studies or other relevant disciples
• At least three years of proven experience in gender and value chains
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Dairy value chain
• Fluency in written English is required.
• Fluency in speaking  Kinyarwanda is required,
• Knowledge of French, it is a benefit.
• National of Rwanda or resident in the country with a regular work permit.

FAO Corporate Competencies

• Results focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building effective relationships
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding the dairy value chain
• Sound understanding gender equality and women Empowerment in rural development
• Experience on organizing/conducting such kind of work
• Technical offer showing how the work will be organized and timeline proposed
•  Experience of projects with Women Empowerment component
• Analytical skills and ability to write clear and concise reports in English

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered.
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Human Resources Officer

 Project: Rwanda Soma Umenye

 Project Summary

Soma Umenye is a five-year USAID-funded activity that aims to improve reading outcomes in Kinyarwanda for at least 1 million children in public and government-aided schools in Rwanda. Covering all 30 districts of Rwanda and working in close collaboration with the Rwanda Education Board (REB) and the Rwandan Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), Soma Umenye will contribute to Rwanda’s Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the Government of Rwanda’s national development priority of ensuring that Rwandan primary-grade students acquire the fundamental competency of literacy so that they can succeed in future schooling and, later, in the modern workplace.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage full-cycle recruitment process, in compliance with established procedures and regulations, including but not limited to drafting job descriptions and interview questions, shortlisting and pre-screening candidates, conducting reference checks, and negotiating offers of employment.
• Confirm all new hire paperwork is submitted, and personnel files are complete and compliant with Chemonics policy, local labor laws, and USAID regulations.
• Ensure new hires are provided with adequate training regarding the project and relevant Chemonics policies in order to perform the job to the best of their ability and are assimilated into Chemonics culture.
• Maintain accurate timesheet records, and ensure all timesheets are submitted on time with the correct approval.
• Update the leave tracker and ensure that staff and their respective supervisors are regularly informed leave balances and follow up on implementation of leave plans
• Ensure personnel and recruitment files are maintained in hard copies and on SharePoint according to requirements, ensure confidentiality and safety of data.
• Work closely with assigned supervisor on communication to staff and labor law compliance and help to ensure a positive and thriving work environment for all staff.
• Manage and administer benefits according to appropriate plans and labor laws requirements, bring any requirement changes or suggestions for improvement to Director of Operations or assigned manager’s attention.
• Assist in management of employee benefits, such as insurance, liaising with companies providing such benefits as needed, to ensure quality services provided.
• Ensure project compliance with local labor laws by conducting regular audits and keeping updated on local labor laws and human resources best practices.
• Advise on disciplinary process, ensuring all actions taken comply with local labor laws and Chemonics policies, communicating with appropriate Home Office department as necessary.
• Manage annual assessment process and ensure procedures are communicated and followed.
• Work with employees and supervisors to prevent and/or resolve employee relations issues in coordination with Global Human Resources and Office of Business Conduct. Investigate allegations of wrongdoing (i.e., sexual harassment, harassment, fraud, and other), in coordination with management.
• Ensure employee manual is up to date, communicate changes when applicable.
• Ensure all HR management practices conform to the project’s and Chemonics’ policies, best practices, USAID rules and regulations, and the local labor laws.
• Interpret and advise staff on Chemonics, USAID, and federal compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain the staff emergency contact list and telephone cascade updated and shared with staff and home office on a monthly basis.
• Serve as Assistant Safety and Security Focal Point for the project.
• Coordinate application of new or extension of work permits for the project’s international staff and the respective dependents and follow up with the Rwanda Directorate of Immigration.
• Undertake human resources closeout activities
• Perform any other appropriate tasks that support the human resources department, as assigned by the supervisor or his designee.

Job Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in human resource management, project administration, project management or related field.
• Minimum 8 (eight) years of experience as human resources manager for medium to large development projects and/or organizations required; experience working for a U.S. organization or USAID implementer in Rwanda highly preferred.
• Knowledgeable on Rwandan labor laws, personnel benefits, and taxes required; ability to interpret local labor laws, previous experience interacting with labor counsel preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint required.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality and high level of professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
• Fluency in English required; written and spoken proficiency in French required.

Level of Effort and Location of Assignment

This is a short-term position. The location of assignment is Kigali, Rwanda with intermittent travel throughout the country.

 Supervision

The Human Resources Officer will report directly to the Director of Operations or his/her designee.

How to apply

The link is https://Chemonics-Soma-Umenye.formstack.com/forms/human_resources_officer

The deadline for this position will be March 10^th ,2021.

• Re-Advertisement  National Advisor on MHPSS

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GIZ Civil Peace Service  

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).

GIZ is involved in the Civil Peace Service (CPS) programme in 21 countries with more than 100 international experts and a similar number of local specialists. In the Great Lakes Region of Africa, the CPS is executed as a regional programme and covers the countries Rwanda, Burundi and the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It supports local civil society organisations in identifying and strengthening local peace initiatives for social cohesion (outcome 1) and fostering youth’s resilience to manipulation and calls for violence (outcome 2). Moreover, it seeks to increase partner organisations (POs) capacities, sustainability, effectiveness and performance

(outcome 3).

In 2014, the GIZ/CPS Rwanda introduced a refugee component and extended its interventions to Kigeme, Mugombwa, and Mahama refugee camps and their respective host communities. The component has two strategic objectives: a) promoting constructive dialogue between youth, leaders, and service providers for violence prevention in refugee camps and host communities (Outcome 1) and b) supporting community based psychosocial services for increased resilience and active participation in community life (Outcome 2).  Within the overall framework of achievement of Outcome 2, GIZ/CPS would like to recruit a national advisor on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS).

Location: Huye

Fixed term: 31 December 2022

The GIZ/CPS national advisor on MHPSS performs the following responsibilities and tasks as well:

A.    Responsibilities:

• Coordinate GIZ/CPS implementing partners’ different psychosocial approaches in Kigeme, Mugombwa refugee camps and Gasaka, Mugombwa Sectors.
• Monitor and evaluate closely the quality of the above approaches in the above refugee camps and their respective host communities.
• Advise GIZ/CPS regional programme psychosocial partners.

B.    Tasks:

• Support network and cooperation within GIZ/CPS refugee component consortium of psychosocial implementing partners
• Receive, review and provide feedback to the project proposals of GIZ/CPS refugee component psychosocial partner organizations working in consortium
• Follow up joint annual project design processes of the GIZ/CPS refugee component consortium of psychosocial implementing partners
• Assess the professional/technical needs and performance of 2 field psychologists in charge of the implementation of community based psychosocial interventions in refugee camps and host communities
• Strengthen cooperation among implementing partners in the field of mental health and psychosocial support in both Kigeme and Mugombwa camps and the host communities
• Support in establishing/strengthening networks and cooperation among service providers in the field of mental health and psychosocial support in Kigeme and Mugombwa camps
• Coordinate knowledge management of community based psychosocial approaches and tools appropriate to the context of refugee camps and host communities (reporting formats, psychosocial needs assessment, psychosocial wellbeing tools …)
• Support innovations in psychosocial approaches based on the cultural context
• Lead and update the application of community based psychosocial ‘monitoring and evaluation tools that have been developed by GIZ/CPS refugee component
• Support CPS regional programme psychosocial partners in assuring quality standards through training and technical input to a regional thematic working group

C.    Required qualifications

Qualifications and Professional experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Mental Health. Master’s degree will be an added value
• At least 5 years’ experience in the field of project management, preferably in the field of psychosocial interventions
• Experience in coordinating the implementation of community-based psychosocial approaches
• Deep knowledge and understanding of international mental health and psychosocial support standards
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of mental health and psychosocial support activities with a focus on community-based approaches
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and French, both verbal and written

Other knowledge, additional competences:

• Strong skills in organization, coordination, network and cooperation
• Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Very strong motivational and social skills and excellent communication skills both verbal and in writing

Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references) until 16^th March 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!!

1.Call for Candidates to the RBA Board of directors 

Background:

Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) is the independent public broadcaster established under law No. 42/2013 of 16/06/2013 and operating 8 Radio Stations and 2 TV channels, (Rwanda Television and KC2).

RBA is a fast-evolving public broadcaster and seeks to continuously be Rwanda’s leading source of news and information by providing high quality programming that entertains educates and informs our increasingly diverse audiences.

To achieve this strategic vision and as specified under article 8 of the RBA law, the Public Broadcaster is governed by team of Board of Directors selected through an open and transparent manner.  The law states, that the Board of Directors shall be the supreme governing organ of RBA selected from the Civil Society and Private Sector only. They shall demonstrate independence and shall neither seek nor accept instructions from any authority unless otherwise provided by law.

In summary, the board members oversee the implementation of RBA’s Strategic Plan by carrying out the following responsibilities;

1. To uphold the independence of RBA
2. To establish the strategic vision and action of RBA
3. To ensure that RBA works in general interest of the public
4. To promote the editorial line of RBA, the code of professional ethics and press law
5. To approve RBA activity plan and annual budget
6. To approve internal rules and regulations of RBA
7. To monitor the management of RBA property
8. To approve the statutes governing RBA staff, their salaries and the organization and functioning of RBA departments
9. To review the performance of RBA and ensure conformity with the action plan and the budget
10. To monitor the performance of the Directorate of RBA

Therefore, in light of the above and mindful of article 8 paragraph II of the RBA law on the selection process of a new Board of Directors and considering Ministerial Order that emphasizes the need for this process to be conducted “after a transparent and public selection process”, RBA hereby calls on competent candidates to apply to serve on its Board.

Qualifications:

a) To be a Rwandan or foreign national residing both in Rwanda or out.

b) To be an individual of high integrity and commanding respect in society

c) To be either from Civil Society or Private Sector and NOT a civil a servant

d) To demonstrate significant work experience in areas of media, electronics and telecommunications, finance/accounting, marketing and law with preference of having served at senior managerial levels.

e) To have the necessary skills and ability of helping RBA attain its vision in the areas of proper financial management, human resource management, increased Sales, adoption of new innovations through ICTs and enhance its visibility with the audience it serves.

f) To have a clear grasp of RBA’s mandate and its vision and demonstrate the will to drive forward its future aspirations.

g) To be a team player and specifically demonstrate a clear understanding of the mandate of RBA as public service broadcaster, the law and statutes governing RBA and how they will be upheld.

h) To possess at least a minimum university degree in any field with 5 years’ work experience

III. How to apply:

Applications must be addressed to the Chairperson of the Pre-Selection Committee, through our career page: https://rba.co.rw/career, or hrrecruitment@rba.co.rw with;

1. Copies of Academic testimonials
2. A copy of National ID
3. Latest CV

Deadline for applications: 5^th March 2021

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Done at Kigali, on 16^th February, 2021

Management



                                                                                                                     2.SALES AND ADVERTISING MANAGER                                                                                                                                      

Old Mutual Limited (OML) is a premium African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 17 countries. Our primary operations are in South Africa and the Rest of Africa, and we have niche businesses in Latin America and Asia. We have 12 million customers and 31,000 employees as at the end of 2017 and with over 170 years of heritage across sub-Saharan Africa, we are a crucial part of the communities we serve and broader society on the continent. The business is listed on the Johannesburg, London, Zimbabwean, Malawian, and Namibian stock exchanges. The UAP Old Mutual Group comprises of three key players as a result of the acquisition of a controlling stake in Faulu in 2014 and UAP in 2015 by Old Mutual. The acquisition resulted in Old Mutual Kenya and UAP Holdings (www.uapoldmutual.com) as well as Faulu Microfinance Bank (www.faulukenya.com) forming one of the largest financial services groups with a growing footprint in East and Central Africa. The Group currently has operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Rwanda.  The Group now offers customers a comprehensive and enhanced range of financial services which include Investment, Insurance, Banking, and Savings as well as a wider and more accessible distribution network. The wider group also offers broad career growth prospects for employees. It therefore wishes to fill the below vacant position with qualified, experienced, and talented individual to strengthen its portfolio as a Pan – African Financial Services Group. The positions’ details are further outlined below;

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that banks reconciliation are performed on time, surplus funds are invested on time, and that weekly cashflows are accurate and informative.

Key tasks and responsibilities

Academic/Professional Qualifications; experience; skills and competencies

• University degree in accounting or other related area
• Professional qualification in accounting
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good presentation and reporting skills.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Work experience of 2 years in a similar role
• Good attention to details and accuracy

Please visit our careers page through: https://bit.ly/3r1e1yK

Interested candidate are requested to submit their applications by 5.00 p.m. on 07^th March 2021.

Applicants must possess or be in the process of applying for a POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE as at the time of making an application.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.