Soma Rwanda Advisor at World Vision International Rwanda | Kigali : Deadline: 23-11-2023

By
B. Claire
-
0
1050

JOB OPPORTUNITY

SOMA RWANDA ADVISOR

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Soma Rwanda Advisor, joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, and reports to the Integrated Programs Director.   


                                                               

Purpose of the position:

The Soma Rwanda Advisor will play a pivotal role in promoting a culture of reading throughout Rwanda by providing strategic leadership and coordination to various stakeholders involved in literacy promotion. This role will require strong networking and communication skills to facilitate collaboration and information sharing among public and private institutions, organizations, and individuals. The Advisor will be based at MINEDUC/REB Offices and will work closely with the Steering Committee, Technical Committee, General Assembly, and Working Groups to ensure the successful implementation of the Platform activities.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

% of time

Activity

50%

Coordination and Collaboration

  • Lead coordination among stakeholders involved in literacy promotion to prevent duplication and encourage complementarity.
  • Support in the engagement of co-chairs to facilitate and participate in different platform initiatives or activities
  • Foster networking opportunities to promote knowledge sharing, best practices, and open dialogue.
  • Organize and support campaigns, initiatives, and events that promote a culture of reading.
  • Maintain and update a dedicated website(Soma Rwanda) to showcase and promote literacy activities in schools, homes, and communities.

25%

Technical Committee Collaboration

  • Collaborate with the Technical Committee to plan and execute activities, campaigns, and advocacy events related to literacy promotion.
  • Provide guidance in the alignment of Soma Rwanda activities with the Foundational Learning strategy
  • Assist in drafting the September National Literacy Month Concept Note and other guiding documents and present them for approval.
  • Actively participate in literacy campaigns and other advocacy activities. This will include leveraging members’ contributions to strengthen literacy – messaging, social or community activities
  • Spearhead the planning and annual budgeting process by the first quarter of the calendar year
  • Create a repository of reports, resources, and products of Soma Rwanda – includes generating minutes of meetings

25%

Sub-Committee and Event Coordination

  • Support sub-committees formed by the Steering Committee to lead specific literacy initiatives.
  • Collaborate with members to organize content for quarterly learning events including monthly webinars and field study trips
  • Coordinate the resource mobilization for national Soma Rwanda events

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in a technical advisory role, project management, in the country and/or international level.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate and organize activities effectively.
  • Excellent communication and networking skills to facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of literacy promotion and education policies in Rwanda is a plus.
  • Proficiency in website management and content updates is desirable.
  • Good knowledge of organizational /Government procedures and operational environment is an advantage.

Required Education,

training, license,

registration, and

certification
  • Master’s Degree in Education, Communications, Social Sciences, and any related field
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role or in technical advisory, and project management.




Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply. 

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to

https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Soma-Rwanda-Advisor_JR26596?q=RWANDA

If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 23rd November 2023; no late applications will be accepted.

As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click here for more details & Apply












RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here