JOB OPPORTUNITY
Health and Hygiene Facilitators
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 highly qualified, dedicated and experienced nationals for the positions of Health and Hygiene Facilitators (two) for the Food For Education /Home Grown School Feeding project. The positions will be based in Nyaruguru District or Nyamagabe District, reporting to the Health and Hygiene Coordinator.
Purpose of the position:
The Health and Hygiene Facilitator will have technical accountability in overseeing implementation of all project activities in their geographical area. The Health and Hygiene Facilitator will also play a critical liaison role between World Vision & districts-based education stakeholders including Technical Specialists. He / She will be accountable to the Health & Hygiene Coordinator for project deliverables.
The major responsibilities include:
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%Time |
Major Activities |
End Results Expected |
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30% |
Project implementation. Facilitate Food For Education (FFE)/Home Grown School Feeding (HGSF) project planning and implementation through relevant and appropriate project models in the district area, while coordinating with other technical specialists to ensure cross cutting themes are adequately integrated in the detailed implementation plan. |
Project activities implemented effectively at district level |
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20% |
Liaison and collaboration Working with the cluster structure to identify and build strategic linkages, relations, collaborations and networks with partners and other stakeholders in implementation at the district level and integrate Cluster project activities with the district and MININFRA and Ministry of Health development plans. |
WV (FFE) presence in key district education forums |
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20% |
Training:
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Well-equipped committees and volunteers at district level |
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20% |
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
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Consistent tracking of indicators and quality reports |
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10% |
Resource Mobilization: Contribute to the development of concept papers and proposals for funding agencies |
Meaningful contribution to Resource Acquisition efforts by GAM team |
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical skills and Experience
The following knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
- Must have a Bachelor degree of Science in Environmental Health, Public health or related fields.
- At least 2 years working in WASH or Health and Hygiene projects and leading teams.
- Strong background in WASH, Health & Hygiene programming, Sanitation marketing, and/or innovating community development
- Experience in designing and leading Social Behavior Change Communication programs.
- Excellent project management skills and good understanding of the project life cycle
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills
- Must have a valid motorcycle riding license and able to ride.
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong skills in networking with Health/Hygiene sector stakeholders.
- Experience in developing sound proposal and concept notes
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/WorldVisionInternational 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 25th September 2022; 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 successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
