Terms of Reference
Recruitment
- Position: Project Coordinator in charge of SATA Partnerships
- Duration: Fixed Term, renewable
- Location: Kigali, Rwanda
- Deadline: January 11th, 2024 at 11:00 PM Kigali (GMT+2) time
- Context and Background
Africa is reshaping its narrative from one of poverty to progress, showcasing impressive economic growth, technological innovation, and a young population. Nevertheless, digital transformation faces obstacles such as limited access, insufficient investments, and a digital divide, which also offer opportunities for growth through better accessibility, efficiency, and job creation.
Smart Africa is an alliance of 39 African countries, international organisations and global private sector players tasked with Africa’s digital agenda. The alliance is empowered by a bold and innovative commitment by African Heads of State to accelerate sustainable socio-economic development on the continent and usher Africa into the knowledge economy through affordable access to broadband and the use of ICTs.
With a vision to create a single digital market in Africa by 2030, the Smart Africa Alliance brings together Heads of State who seek to accelerate the digitalization of the continent and create a common market. Launched in 2013 by seven (7) African Heads of State, the Alliance now has 39 member countries, representing over 1 billion people and over 50 Private Sector members committed to the vision and the advancement of Africa.
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.
- About the Smart Africa Trust Alliance (SATA)
The Smart Africa Trust Alliance (SATA) is a coordination and operations mechanism that fosters the use of digital identities and data to enhance trade and services across Africa.
SATA’s role is to coordinate the adoption and harmonization of digital policies and standards among African countries, focusing on interoperability of digital systems. It aims to address challenges such as fragmented legal frameworks and limited institutional capacity by providing practical solutions for policy implementation and boosting trust in digital transactions.
SATA’s potential use cases span various sectors, including telecom, health, finance, trade, and education, demonstrating its broad impact on digital transformation in Africa.
SATA emphasizes multi-stakeholder involvement and transparency, with an overarching goal to realize the African Single Digital Market with Trust.
Visit https://sata.smartafrica.org/ or more information about the Smart Africa Alliance (SATA)
- Duties and Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator (PC) in charge of SATA Partnerships will play a pivotal role in managing and expanding SATA’s network, including members, partners, and the wider community. Responsibilities include organizing and executing SATA events, maintaining, and enhancing partnerships, and contributing to membership satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess experience in partnership and event management, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, and a commitment to the mission of SATA and Smart Africa.
The other general duties of the PC will include:
- Help SATA bring new allies and strengthen the commitment of existing partners.
- Assist with the management of relevant working groups composed of experts from Governments, Private sector, non-Government organizations and other professional associations.
- Support with mobilization of funds /resources.
- Steering processes and communication channels with partners.
- Planning and executing workshops, pre- and post-event communication with participants and stakeholders.
Other:
- Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Key qualifications
Education
- Relevant university degree in Applied Science, Business Administration, Applied Technology, or any other relevant fields.
Experience
- A minimum of Five (5) years of experience in an African international context is essential.
Knowledge and skills
- Flexibility in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Work effectively in a diverse and multicultural team.
- Contribute to building the initiative from the ground up.
- Strong dedication to SATA’s mission and the broader objectives of Smart Africa.
- Excellent communication abilities for effective partner interactions and event planning.
- Skilled in engaging with various stakeholders, including government, private sector, and international organisations.
Languages
- Fluency in both French and English is essential for this role due to the job’s nature.
- Duration of the assignment
The appointment will be one (1) year renewable subject to availability of fund and performance.
- Duty Station
The position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda.
- Reporting
The PC will report directly to the Unit Manager in charge of Digital Trade and Services within the Directorate of Digital Transformation and Services.
- Application Instructions and Deadline
Candidates should send the following documents to this email address: hr@smartafrica.org, with mention of “Project Coordinator-SATA Partnerships” in the subject line:
- A detailed CV with 3 contacts of professional referees.
- A one-page cover letter with a motivation statement in relation to the responsibilities and requirements for this position.
- Copies of academic degree, professional certificates, and other relevant training certificates
The deadline for submitting applications is January 11th 2024, at 11:00 p.m. Kigali (GMT+2) time.
Any late application will be automatically rejected.
We look forward to receiving your applications!!!
