Job description

 Coordinate the planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of all activities  executed by the Sector as set forth by the law;

– Implement all decisions taken by the Sector Council and directives made by District authorities or higher authorities of the country;

– Supervise activities related to civil registration and officiate marriages;

– Monitor the implementation of master plan at the Sector level and  deliver building rehabilitation authorizations in grouped agglomerations and settlements;

– Monitor and evaluate the administration of Cells and serve as a member of the District Technical Coordination Committee.

Job profile

A0 / A1 in Social Sciencies, Arts, Sciencies with 3 years of working  experience Or Master’s Degree in Social Sciencies, Arts, Sciences with 1 year of working experience

Key Technical Skills and Knowledge Required

– Leadership skills

– Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Central and Local Government Functionality;

– Good knowledge of government policy
– making processes;

– Analytical, problem
– solving and critical thinking skills.

– Multi
– tasking skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities and keep up with project scope changes.

– Able to work well with both internal and external clients.

– Leadership skills;

– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Job description

Coordinate the planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of all activities executed by the Sector as set forth by the law;
– Implement all decisions taken by the Sector Council and directives made by District authorities or higher authorities of the country;
– Supervise activities related to civil registration and officiate marriages;
– Monitor the implementation of master plan at the Sector level and deliver building rehabilitation authorizations in grouped agglomerations and settlements;
– Monitor and evaluate the administration of Cells and serve as a member of the District Technical Coordination Committee.

Job profile

A0 / A1 in Social Sciencies, Arts, Sciencies with 3 years of working experience Or Master’s Degree in Social Sciencies, Arts, Sciences with 1 year of working experience Key Technical Skills and Knowledge Required
– Leadership skills
– Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Central and Local Government Functionality;
– Good knowledge of government policy
– making processes;
– Analytical, problem
– solving and critical thinking skills.
– Multi
– tasking skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities and keep up with project scope changes.
– Able to work well with both internal and external clients.
– Leadership skills;
– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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ABOUT YLABS

YLabs (ylabsglobal.org) designs programs that address the key health challenges facing disadvantaged youth. We work with governments and partner organizations to create, evaluate and scale solutions designed with young people that address the key health, economic and social challenges facing today’s youth. We bring a unique mix of human-centered design, impact evaluation, adolescent medicine, and implementation know-how to the global problems facing youth. Founded, in 2014, our work has received international innovation awards from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Packard Foundation.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Youth Design Intern for an exciting role with YLabs to support the CyberRwanda project, a youth-facing digital platform that combines an edutainment webcomic, with family planning and reproductive health and economic empowerment information and online ordering of contraceptives and other pharmaceutical products. You will play an integral part of our team in representing and advocating for youth perspectives in our technology and service design. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the human-centered design approach, while working to improve access to health services for youth.

YOU WILL:

• Support the team in researching and testing of our youth-focused projects
• Support training and advocating for youth perspectives within healthcare and schools
• Participate in interviewing youth, pharmacists, and school professionals to determine how to improve CyberRwanda from the youth perspective
• Help the team come up with improvements and innovations to enhance the user experience for young people
• Receive training in human centered design and gain experience working at the intersection of technology and health

YOU HAVE:

• A passion for addressing issues facing youth, especially surrounding health
• Experience working in roles educating, training or supporting other young people is desirable
• Excited to learn new skills and help young people thrive
• Excellent writing and speaking skills
• Sensitivity, excellent listening skills, and kindness towards others
• Detail-oriented, observant, and eager to learn
• Comfortable with technology, such as digital learning and using new platforms
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda and English
• Are between the ages of 18 and 26

LOCATION

This role is based in Kigali, Rwanda. Given the current circumstances due to COVID-19, our office is subject to occupancy guidelines and much of the work will be conducted remotely.

BENEFITS

Salary range: RWF 6,250,000 to RWF 8,625,000, commensurate with experience. This is a 12-month contract, subject to 15% withholding tax.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to talent@ylabsglobal.org with the subject line “Youth Design Intern”. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. All YLabs offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory background check and criminal record clearances.

ABOUT YLABS’ COMPENSATION

YLabs adheres to Project Fair’s principles and standards to establish equity in pay with the overriding principle of “equal pay for work of equal value” outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals. All salary ranges are based on level within the organization and are competitive to regional and national salary benchmarks, based on the respective office location.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Nyungwe Management Company Ltd (AMC Ltd) was created as partnership between Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and African Parks Network (APN) to manage Nyungwe National Park. AMC Ltd is seeking to recruit a suitable Rwandan candidate to fill the vacant post of Human Resource Officer in Nyungwe National Park.

JOB TITLE: Human Resource Officer

REPORTING TO: Human Resource Manager

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting to Human Resource Manager, the Human Resource Officer will be primarily responsible for all Human Resources linked to the Company as highlighted in Duties and Responsibilities below, and Human Resource Officer, should be passionate about People Management with keen interest in and understanding of conservation issues.

Duties and responsibilities 

• Management of the staff files;
• Management of staff leave plan in a calendar year.
• Identification and centralize the training need for the company’s staff;
• Management of  performance appraisal process for the company’s staff;
• Ensure enforcement the respect of laws, regulations, and instructions of the company;
• Maintain the attendance register of the personnel of the company on the service;
• Assist in preparation and submission of timely statutory staff contributions (PAYE, RSSB pension, medical, and maternity)
• Preparation and follow up the recruitment and lawful termination processes of the staff contract.
• Monthly report on Human Resource metrics.
• Organising cordinate all social events including sports, labour Day, ranger Day, etc.
• Live on-site.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum Education Qualification

The interested candidates should have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related degree.

Required competencies

• Minimum 3 years experience of working in Human resource department in recognized organizations.
• Proficient in the use of software applications including Sage Payroll, MS Office Applications, etc
• Well conversant with Labour Laws and other applicable Human Resources Processes and Procedures
• Proficient in English both spoken and written
• Ability to perform demanding and flexible work, during day and night.
• Integrity; inter-personal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Ability to work in remote or isolated areas
• Ability to work under pressure and overtime

Added advantages

• Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda
• Holding Driving license
• Experience and a genuine passion for conservation
• Position is based on the field and field based experience will be added advantage.
• Proven 5 years experience from within Human Resource in Rwanda.

HOW TO APPLY

Cover letter together with CVs in English language providing details of three referees, email address, and telephone contact should be submitted by email to nmc.recruit@africanparks.org (with the attachment being in PDF format as one document) not later than 12th February 2021. Application should be addressed to:

Park Manager, Nyungwe Management Company

Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted and invited for interview.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Akagera Management Company Ltd (AMC Ltd) was created as partnership between Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and African Parks Network (APN) to manage Akagera National Park. AMC Ltd is seeking to recruit suitable Rwandan candidate to fill the vacant post of Human Resource Officer in Akagera National Park.

JOB TITLE: Human Resource Officer

REPORTING TO: Human Resource Manager

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting to Human Resource Manager, the Human Resource Officer will be primarily responsible for all Human Resources linked to the Company as highlighted in Duties and Responsibilities below, and Human Resource Officer, should be passionate about People Management with keen interest in and understanding of conservation issues.

Duties and responsibilities 

• Management of the staff files;
• Management of staff leave plan in a calendar year.
• Identification and centralize the training need for the company’s staff;
• Management of  performance appraisal process for the company’s staff;
• Ensure enforcement the respect of laws, regulations, and instructions of the company;
• Maintain the attendance register of the personnel of the company on the service;
• Assist in preparation and submission of timely statutory staff contributions (PAYE, RSSB pension, medical, and maternity)
• Preparation and follow up the recruitment and lawful termination processes of the staff contract.
• Monthly report on Human Resource metrics.
• Organising cordinate all social events including sports, labor Day, ranger Day, etc.
• Live on-site.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum Education Qualification

The interested candidates should have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related degree.

Required competencies

• Minimum 3 years experience of working in Human resource department in recognized organizations.
• Proficient in the use of software applications including Sage Payroll, MS Office Applications, etc
• Well conversant with Labour Laws and other applicable Human Resources Processes and Procedures
• Proficient in English both spoken and written
• Ability to perform demanding and flexible work, during day and night.
• Integrity; inter-personal skills
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Ability to work in remote or isolated areas
• Ability to work under pressure and overtime

Added advantages

• Knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda
• Holding Driving license
• Experience and a genuine passion for conservation
• Position is based on the field and field based experience will be added advantage.
• Proven 5 years of experience from within Human Resource in Rwanda.

HOW TO APPLY

Cover letter together with CVs in English language providing details of three referees, email address, and telephone contact should be submitted by email to amc.recruit@africanparks.org (with the attachment being in PDF format as one document) not later than 12th February 2021. Application should be addressed to:

Park Manager, Akagera Management Company

Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted and invited for interview.

Terms of Reference for the recruitment of:

 Legal Advisor

 Introduction

SMART Africa is a bold and innovative commitment from African Heads of State and Government and a wide range of stakeholders including the private sector, international non-government organisations, and academia to accelerate sustainable socio-economic development on the continent, ushering Africa into a knowledge economy through affordable access to Broadband and usage of Information and Communications Technologies.

The Smart Africa agenda is led by visionary Heads of State who believe in ICT’s power for the advancement and betterment of the African continent. This agenda will lead Africa to the 04^th industrial revolution, using the transformative power of ICTs through a successful implementation and deployment of major ICT infrastructure, applications, services, and creating local relevant content for Africa while developing a vibrant ICT industry and creating jobs.

Smart Africa aims to put ICT at the Center of the National Socio-economic development agenda of member countries, improve access to ICT, especially Broadband, improve accountability, efficiency, and openness through ICT. It promotes the introduction of advanced technologies in telecommunication while putting the Private Sector first, and leveraging ICT to promote sustainable development.

With this vision in mind, Smart Africa Secretariat is looking to hire a talented and highly motivated lawyer to support our rapidly growing and evolving organization.

Scope of work

The “Legal Advisor” is expected to support Smart Africa on a broad range of issues, including but not limited to taking the day to day legal responsibilities and providing legal advice that includes all the aspects of the analysis, investigation and drafting process. He/she is responsible for a variety of legal issues concerning our activities across the organization:

• Conduct legal analysis and research on various legal matters;
• Provide advice on regulatory framework with a proper understanding of the main terms and conditions of grants, joint bidding agreements, MOUs, Consortium agreement;
• Draft, review and negotiate simple and complex contracts and monitor the implementation of the legal clauses;
• Anticipate and manage the legal risks connected with or resulting from the business strategy and operations;
• Provide advice on general business law issues and managing the legal issues of all areas of the company, including but not limited to corporate matters, procurements, insurance and sustainability issues;
• Support the Secretariat in all legal aspects related to the coordination or implementation of flagship initiatives as well as its ordinary operations.
• Provide assistance in the development of complex tender documents and related agreement to ensure legal compliance.
• Secure compliance of business operations with relevant laws and regulations.
• Pro-actively create and maintain awareness of business employees for compliance with relevant laws and regulations;
• Draw up formalities regarding the settlement of disputes and litigations.
• Represent SAS in potential litigation or other legal proceedings before any courts of law, tribunals, or quasi-judicial bodies ;
• Draft and/or review policies and procedures including but not limited to finilizing the Protocol of Agreement of the Smart Africa Alliance until it validates by its stakeholders;
• Any other assignments or projects, which will be assigned from time to time by the leadership of Smart Africa;

Key qualifications

• Master’s degree in ’s Degree in Law with Strong Academic credentials
• Membership in the Rwanda Association BAR if applicable
• 5 – 10 years of proven working experience in international organizations
• Strong Legal experience on managing external legal counsels
• Strong legal experience in corporate and commercial matters
• Demonstrated Experience in legal drafting, litigation, advisory, and dispute settlement
• Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels;
• Experience in results-based management, project monitoring, reporting, and evaluation;
• Demonstrated written, analytical, presentation, reporting, and computing skills and familiarity with modern communication systems (internet, the world wide web, email, and related);
• Ability to work in a team;
• Strong competence in using standard software productivity tools (such as Microsoft Office Suite or others).

Languages

• Strong written and oral communication skills in both French and English.
• A good working knowledge of another language will be an added advantage.

 Duration of the assignment

The appointment will be for one (1) year renewable subject to availability of funds and performance assessment.

Reporting requirements

The Legal Advisor will report directly to the Smart Africa Chief of Finance and Operations Officer.

Location 

Kigali, Rwanda

Application Instructions

• A one-page cover letter with a motivation statement in relation to the ToR;
• A CV with 2 contact information of referees;

Please send your Curriculum Vitae, cover letter, either French or English to the following email address: hr@smartafrica.org not later than 15^th February 2021, 5:00 pm Kigali time.

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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^th February 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*

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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^th February 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

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

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

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Kanda kumwanya wifuza kureba:

1. Handyman Electrical Technician 

2. General Technician

3. Handyman Plumber

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

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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

1. In coordination with relevant technical teams, manage implementation of the CDC project funds as per the grant agreement.
2. 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.
3. 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,
4. 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.
5. Monitor and report on implementation and performance issues of program sub-awards in coordination with program, M&E,
6. Establish and maintain a strong subaward files management system; track and monitor physical & electronic files during implementation.
7. Coordinate with the program team on selection, institutional capacity development plans, and overall partnership development methodologies.
8. 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.).
9. Design and maintain internal systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting on financial performance;
10. 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;
11. Coordinate with program team to review sub-recipient reports;
12. Maintain an understanding of USG/CDC financial and accounting requirements throughout the duration of the award.
13. Establish a risk assessment to SFH Rwanda departments for the management to take necessary measures;
14. Carry out a field visit to SFH Rwanda Regional teams and provide technical support and necessary guidance for proper fulfillment of their duties;
15. Ensure a strong internal control within the organization and recommend for best practice;
16. 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.