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Closing date: 2017-07-24

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE MasterCard FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Re-advertised July 2017

In partnership with The MasterCard Foundation, FAWE Rwanda is implementing a scholarship program to enable young girls from economically disadvantaged communities to complete quality secondary and university education, and make successful transitions to further education and careers. This scholarship package responds not only to the scholars economic challenges, but also includes an array of support and enrichment services like tutoring, mentoring, transition support, leadership training and networking. The additional support services aim at easing the scholars transition to university, making them transformative leaders of their communities and the country as a whole. It is in this context that FAWE Rwanda would like to recruit a Program Coordinator (PC) with the right skills and experience in relation to the above and spearhead the implementation of this rather challenging but exciting Program.

Position Program Coordinator

The MCF Program Coordinator will report to FAWE Rwanda National Coordinator but will work very closely with the MCF Program Coordinator at the FAWE Regional Secretariat in Nairobi. The Program Coordinator (PC) will be responsible for providing overall leadership, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship program at FAWE Rwanda.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Focal point for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at FAWE Rwanda and provide leadership and supervision to the Scholars Program team.

2. Establish strong program implementation and monitoring systems and strengthen systems for compliance to donor requirements.

3. Monitor programme implementation and ensure that all program spending targets are being met.

4. Coordinate with the rest of the staff and ensure that the program priorities are identified and addressed on a regular basis through targeted mentoring, focused on making improvements in decision-making procedures, systems and other areas critical to effective programme management.

5. Work with the rest of the staff to identify key agencies providing protection, support and high quality services for girls and women that can form part of a referral network for FAWE Rwanda.

6. Provide technical guidance and document the achievements and impact of set targets in The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship programme activities and ensure visibility of the programme in Rwanda and beyond.

7. Contribute to FAWE Rwanda ongoing programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation (Strategic Plan, Annual Work Programmes, etc.)

8. Contribute to the development of FAWE Rwanda subsequent strategic plans, annual work plans, and budgets.

9. Enhance smooth and regular information flow between FAWE Rwanda and the FAWE Regional Secretariat in Nairobi.

10. In collaboration with the M&E Officer, prepare quality regular technical and progress reports on programmatic activities and status and share the same with the FAWE Regional Secretariat

11. Network with other organisations in- and out- of Rwanda and create strong partnerships that contribute to the Scholars program goal achievement.

12. Establish strong partnership with FAWE Rwanda partner institutions involved in the program implementation and ensure smooth information flow.

13. Contribute to FAWE Rwanda resource mobilization efforts.

14. Participate in the Senior Management meetings.

15. Any other tasks required for smooth coordination and management of FAWE Rwanda s work programme.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• A Master s degree in Education, Gender, Development Studies, or other relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in scholarship management, programme coordination and implementation in an NGO or a development agency, including experience in monitoring and evaluation , community advocacy, resource mobilization, and project cycle management (PCM)

Ability to work independently

Prior working experience in project management/coordination

Strong team player with high level of maturity and ability to deal with diversity

Strategic planning and problem-solving

Excellent reporting and writing skills;

Good oral and written communication skills;

Good command of English ( knowledge of French would be an asset)

Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines;

Commitment to professionalism and work ethics;

Innovative and result-oriented; and

Resource Mobilization Skills and proposal writing.

To apply If interested in the above mentioned position, please submit your application, and CV including your salary expectation to the following email address: rwandafawe@gmail.comwith copy to recruitment@fawe.org, not later than July 24th, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. and in the subject line, mention: Program Coordinator .

Closing date: 2017-07-24

The job holder will lead in the planning, delivery and maintenance of good internal and external communications and information sharing (success stories, human interest stories, documentaries, updates, policy briefs etc.) and co-ordinate their review and approval including consents and copyright.

To oversee the internal and external communication function for the Building Learning Foundations (BLF) project. Specifically, to support in establishing and maintaining an interactive information sharing flow with stakeholders to drive the project objectives

Responsibilities:

Seek out ideas for and create a range of interesting, lively materials from the project activities and impact for effective stakeholder s engagement and policy influencing

Build capacity of project staff on communication including production of communication materials for internal and external audience

Develop, implement and monitor of BLF project strategic communication strategy to meet program objectives and promote the transparency of the project activities.

Provide technical oversight for the programmatic implementation and monitoring of strategic communication and media activities in coordination with Education Development Trust management and project teams.

Coordinate and manage communication through online platforms and technologies including online discussion forums and other digital engagements

Transform raw content provided by project staff into multi-media communications content and opportunities

Identify opportunities in media and online platforms to amplify messages and the impact of products and services; and develop content for such media and platforms

Prepare and share other communication products including for targeted audience such as policy briefs, analytical reports, human interest stories, documentaries etc. to drive impact on project objectives

To find out more about the role including application details, please access the link below. If you experience any issues with the application process please email: ssarecruitment@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

http://careers.educationdevelopmenttrust.com/vacancy/1333-Communication-Manager---Rwanda&page=2

Closing date: 2017-07-24

The Project Manager s role is primarily to coordinate the implementation of the Building Learning Foundations (BFL) project which is a 25 million project to be implemented in four (4) years. The post holder will be expected to develop operational plans and budgets in line with the project documents for approval by management; liaise with external stakeholders and implementing partners, monitor implementation, and contribute to developing reports.

In addition the post holder may be required to contribute to the development of new business and other programme activities as required.

Job objectives:

Responsible for efficient management of all project workstreams as agreed between Education Development Trust with her donor, relevant Ministries and Partners

Drafting and maintaining up to date project plans across all BLF workstreams as directed and approved by the Team Leader

Monitoring, reporting and management of project issues, risks, actions and decisions

Alongside wider team reviewing incoming reports as required, highlighting areas of concern / interest and overseeing delivery of required actions

Maintaining good relations with DFID and other donors, Ministries, INGOs and relevant networks.

Developing quarterly progress reports for the client and contributing to annual reports as required

Internal contract reporting these include quarterly business review, highlight reports etc

Day to day oversight of budgets across the project, reviewing and approving spend (up to agreed levels) and escalated issues to Team Leader as required

Contract management by overseeing compliance with contract terms, KPIs and deliverables for the main contract and for sub-contracts

Ensure effective program support of all Education Development Trust consultants and partners

To find out more about the role including application details, please access the following link.

http://careers.educationdevelopmenttrust.com/vacancy/1331-Programme-Manager---Rwanda&page=1

If you experience any issues with the application process please email: ssarecruitment@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

Closing date: 2017-07-24

Re-advertised July 2017

In partnership with The MasterCard Foundation, FAWE Rwanda is implementing a scholarship program to enable young girls from economically disadvantaged communities to complete quality secondary and university education, and make successful transitions to further education and careers. This scholarship package responds not only to the scholars economic challenges, but also includes an array of support and enrichment services like tutoring, mentoring, transition support, leadership training and networking. The additional support services aim at easing the scholars transition to university, making them transformative leaders of their communities and the country as a whole. It is in this context that FAWE Rwanda would like to recruit a Program Coordinator (PC) with the right skills and experience in relation to the above and spearhead the implementation of this rather challenging but exciting Program.

Position Program Coordinator

The MCF Program Coordinator will report to FAWE Rwanda National Coordinator but will work very closely with the MCF Program Coordinator at the FAWE Regional Secretariat in Nairobi. The Program Coordinator (PC) will be responsible for providing overall leadership, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship program at FAWE Rwanda.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Focal point for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at FAWE Rwanda and provide leadership and supervision to the Scholars Program team.

2. Establish strong program implementation and monitoring systems and strengthen systems for compliance to donor requirements.

3. Monitor programme implementation and ensure that all program spending targets are being met.

4. Coordinate with the rest of the staff and ensure that the program priorities are identified and addressed on a regular basis through targeted mentoring, focused on making improvements in decision-making procedures, systems and other areas critical to effective programme management.

5. Work with the rest of the staff to identify key agencies providing protection, support and high quality services for girls and women that can form part of a referral network for FAWE Rwanda.

6. Provide technical guidance and document the achievements and impact of set targets in The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship programme activities and ensure visibility of the programme in Rwanda and beyond.

7. Contribute to FAWE Rwanda ongoing programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation (Strategic Plan, Annual Work Programmes, etc.)

8. Contribute to the development of FAWE Rwanda subsequent strategic plans, annual work plans, and budgets.

9. Enhance smooth and regular information flow between FAWE Rwanda and the FAWE Regional Secretariat in Nairobi.

10. In collaboration with the M&E Officer, prepare quality regular technical and progress reports on programmatic activities and status and share the same with the FAWE Regional Secretariat

11. Network with other organisations in- and out- of Rwanda and create strong partnerships that contribute to the Scholars program goal achievement.

12. Establish strong partnership with FAWE Rwanda partner institutions involved in the program implementation and ensure smooth information flow.

13. Contribute to FAWE Rwanda resource mobilization efforts.

14. Participate in the Senior Management meetings.

15. Any other tasks required for smooth coordination and management of FAWE Rwanda s work programme.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• A Master s degree in Education, Gender, Development Studies, or other relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in scholarship management, programme coordination and implementation in an NGO or a development agency, including experience in monitoring and evaluation , community advocacy, resource mobilization, and project cycle management (PCM)

Ability to work independently

Prior working experience in project management/coordination

Strong team player with high level of maturity and ability to deal with diversity

Strategic planning and problem-solving

Excellent reporting and writing skills;

Good oral and written communication skills;

Good command of English ( knowledge of French would be an asset)

Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines;

Commitment to professionalism and work ethics;

Innovative and result-oriented; and

Resource Mobilization Skills and proposal writing.

If interested in the above mentioned position, please submit your application, and CV including your salary expectation to the following email address: rwandafawe@gmail.comwith copy to recruitment@fawe.org, not later than July 24*^th, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.* and in the subject line, mention: Program Coordinator .

Closing date: 2017-07-27

Job Purpose

The Public Health Specialist / SDGs Advisor will assist The SDGC/A to build up the best practice in public health system in African countries aiming at curbing health challenges with regard to sustainable access and quality. To achieve this, the candidate will focus on: reviewing and updating existing health policies; establishing new policies as may be required; assisting in establishing or improving existing implementation coordination, innovate ideas and best practices in the field, strategies and processes in health sector across Africa.

Key Functions

To provide technical support, leadership and assistance on public health with focus on:

Linking African governments with key stakeholders in streamlining management, policies and financing in public health to ensure African communities enjoy basic rights on health services sustainably.

Advocating for The SDGC/A leading roles on best practices on public health accountability, policies and advocacy, programs designs and implementation involving channeling of funds, technical assistance and programs.

Leading technical support on public health policies, capacity building, supports and collaboration with/from bilateral and multilateral donors, UN agencies, as well as local and international NGOs and private sector institutions implementing activities in the health sector.

Liaising with health authorities/stakeholders at national, regional and African continent levels working in the public health domain to increase the awareness of best practices and support capacity building in health sector.

Developing, leading and ensuring the effectiveness of implementations of health policies, strategies and programs interventions, ensuring their consistency in Africa while optimizing the synergy of a programmatic continental approach.

Responsibilities

Providing technical, policy, programmatic and administrative management of key components of public health sector in Africa as encompassed in the SDGs.

Reviewing, lobbying and advising on comprehensive public health management issues facing African governments to make sure SDGs health targets are met by 2030.

Leading studies/researches aiming at responding to challenges in public health sector across Africa with a particular focus on: service delivery (access and quality), infrastructure, financing and management.

Identifying gaps in public health policy, systems, processes and critical human resource capacity in Africa and advice governments on best practice to fill these gaps by 2030.

Developing appropriate public health policies and strategies to ensure effective response and management of public health concerns across Africa as per SDGs.

Linking The SDGC/A to ministries of health in Africa and coordinating key stakeholders (national, regional, continental and international) activity in the public health field, particularly in policy advocacy, capacity building and implementation of health programs.

Designing and defending Health Capacity Building Plan for Africa with implementation schedule and financing plan to ensure public health issues in Africa are well tamed in a streamlined manner.

Leading health technical experts and collaborators in the designing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation activities with focus on: health systems; health governance; quality improvement; human resources and public financial management.

Representing The SDGC/A on donors technical and policy working groups with regards to: health governance, accountability, financing, innovative health programs and solutions.

Preparing concept papers for health financing, submitting and discussing them with various African governments / donors / beneficiaries / stakeholders on financing and implementation with a particular focus on achieving the SDGs targets by 2030.

Working with SDGs Advisors on drafting and reviewing Implementation Letters (ILs), Collaboration Papers (CPs) and Memorandum of Understating (MOUs) on public health issues in Africa with emphasis that The SDGC/A takes big roles by leading all agreed programs.

Working with universities and other research centers in The Center s efforts to resolve the existing and other unknown health challenges.

Publishing findings on public health researches, success stories and reports.

Required Qualification & Skills

Master s Degree or above in Public Health or above or similar relevant post-graduate degree such as nutrition, public administration, social science, or other field related to public health.

Sound understanding of global public health issues and health systems strengthening in African countries.

Minimum of ten (10) years experience working with international organizations or African states in health policy, strategies, programs and capacity building.

Demonstrated technical experience and expertise related to research, policy analysis and formulation, advocacy and programs interventions is strongly desired.

Familiarity with global health issues in development countries with a particular focus on Africa is a must.

Preferred strong written and oral communication skills both in English and French (ability to use other languages such as Portuguese, Spanish or Arabic is added advantage).

Ability to communicate/present complex technical information to a variety of audiences and stakeholders including senior-level managers, clients, etc.

Essential Qualities

Excellent advisory, policy formulation, planning, communication and supervisory skills.

Recognized training and health education skills to differentiated beneficiaries/users using modern technology and software.

Excellent skills in conducting research, writing proposal and reports including different donor/stakeholders materials

Intrinsically motivated, a decisive, visionary, innovative and strategic person with conviction to achieve SDGs.

Good organizer, able to plan and adapt well to changing situations and solve problems effectively with less support.

Ability to work and communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds, and fosters team work.

Deliverables

Designed capacity building plan, health intervention mapping, situational analysis, authored African public health reports for realizing SDGs Agenda by 2030.

Established partnerships/collaborations with key stakeholders and African governments to tackle challenges in public health.

Commissioned and published think pieces' and 'best practice' papers for handling the SDGs complex issues with focus on public and community health in Africa.

Health Capacity Building and Financing Plan for Africa Report.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your application package to recruitment@sdgcafrica.orgstating on subject line Application to Public Health Specialist / SDGs Advisor and where you saw this job advertisement. Your application package should be either in word or pdf format file and include the following:

1. A cover letter describing in full how you meet the candidate profile;

2. Detailed, full and most updated curriculum vitae;

3. Full names with titles and contacts (telephone and e-mail address) of three referees referee will not be contacted without your prior permission; and

4. Scanned copies of your academic transcripts.

Please note closing date for receipt of application is: Thursday, July 27, 2017.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted..25in;mso-

Closing date: 2017-07-27

JOB DESCRIPTION

*VSO is looking for dynamic Rwandan nationals to fill 15 positions ofDistrict Coordinatorsfor a 3-year Building Learning Foundations (BLF) programme to be implemented in partnership with DFID, Education Development Trust, British Council, Ministry of Education, Rwanda Education Board, 30 District Local Governments and all primary schools across Rwanda.*

About VSO

VSO International is a global development agency founded in the UK in 1958. VSO works across 23 countries in Latin America, Asia and Africa. VSO provide sustainable solutions for quality education, good health and secure livelihoods. VSO has worked in Rwanda since 1998. In its current strategy (2016-2020), VSO s ambition is to transform the lives of ONE million people in Rwanda through the lasting power of volunteering.

Job summary

The District Coordinatoris responsible for effective planning and coordination all BLF programme activities across 2-3 assigned districts. S/he is responsible for effective engagement of district officials and strategic partners implementing similar programme within assigned districts. S/he is responsible for regular monitoring of field implementation, documenting lessons learnt and reporting of progress to primary actors, district local governments, BLF partners and relevant stakeholders. S/he reports to BLF Project Manager and is accountable to primary actors, district local governments, BLF consortium partners and other relevant stakeholders.

Position: District Coordinators (15 vacancies)

Location:Field-based (with frequent field travels)

Reports to:BLF Project Manager and Education Advisor

Supervises:International Volunteer Advisors and Rwandan National Volunteers

Works with:Technical Advisors, Finance, People and Operations Teams based in Kigali.

Contract:Open-ended contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding.

Job specifications: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1.Planning:

The District Coordinator (DC) will contribute to the preparation, submission and securing approval of the annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly work plans. The DC will ensure that project teams within the district is engaged and contribute meaningfully towards planning. The DC is responsible for activity implementation plans, budget implementation plans, procurement plans, recruitment plans and performance plans for assigned districts.

2.Implementation:

The DC is responsible for timely implementation of planned activities within assigned districts according to approved implementation plans. The DC will ensure project resources are properly utilised to achieve planned results within agreed timeline. The DC shall translate the implementation plans into weekly and daily actions for easy implementation by the team, and appropriate monitoring and supervision.

3.Monitoring and Evaluations:

The DC will contribute to the timely execution of baselines, mid-term reviews and end-line evaluations. The DC is responsible for monthly field monitoring visits and quarterly progress reviews with stakeholders to validate whether planned activities were implemented within agreed timelines, budgets and approaches. The quarterly reviews validates whether implemented activities benefitted the right people and contributed towards expected outputs. The DC shall take remedial actions to realign deviations within assigned districts in subsequent plans.

4.Documenting and Reporting:

This PM is responsible for documenting lessons learnt and reporting progress to primary actors, district local governments, BLF partners and relevant stakeholders. The DC shall prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly progress reports for assigned districts. The DC will contribute to annual and project completion reports. The DC will prepare a reporting calendar for assigned districts. The DC is responsible for coordinating the preparation, reviews and approval of progress reports. The DC shall ensure that advance notice is given to reviewers; reviewers feedback is incorporated and the final report is approved and submitted in a professional manner.

5.Budget management:

The DC will contribute to effective planning and utilisation of project budgets to achieve good value for money. The DC shall master the budgets related to assigned districts and ensure project team (staff, volunteers and partners) understand the same budget well. The DC will contribute to annual, quarterly and monthly budget implementation plans aligned with activity implementation plans. The DC shall achieve optimal burn rates for assigned district budgets every month. The DC shall ensure ZERO budget overspend or underspend of assigned district budgets. The DC shall ensure compliance with VSO and donor rules and regulations. The DC will contribute to budget discussions during monthly Grants Review Meetings (GRM). S/he will contribute explanations and remedial actions for any deviations. The DC will conduct monthly spot checks within assigned districts to verify expenditures and prevent fraudulent activities.

6.Partnership management:

The DC is responsible for establishing and maintaining mutual partnerships with district local governments of assigned districts, BLF partners and other relevant stakeholders. The DC will maintain respectful and mutually beneficial relationships through all their formal and informal engagements. The DC shall ensure that BLF programme activities aligns with and contributes directly to district priorities and plans. The DC will manage the partnership agreements with assigned districts local governments. The DC will manage VSO performance contracts with the district and represent VSO in JADF activities. The DC is responsible for immigration reporting.

7.People management:

The DC is responsible for recruitingand retaining competent and motivated staff and volunteers who are committed to VSO s vision and mission, values and principles. The DC is responsible for proper orientationof new staff, volunteers and partners to ensure they align with project plans and local context within assigned districts as quickly and smoothly as possible. The DC is responsible for good teamcohesion and collaboration.The DC will establish and maintain culture of high performance;the DC shall ensure team members have clear performance targets, which are regularly reviewed and timely remedial actions taken. In collaboration with people team, the DC shall ensure the safety, security, health and wellbeing of VSO teams in assigned districts.

8.Representation:

The DC is VSO s official representative in the district and communicates on behalf of VSO. The DC will ensure all VSO business in assigned districts are conducted in a professional manner, with unquestionable integrity. The DC shall foster VSO values within their teams. The DC will ensure proper visibility and recognition of the contribution VSO donors in all field activities and other joint initiatives involving VSO. The DC shall contribute to proper branding of VSO field offices, vehicle and communication materials. The DC shall proactively engage through formal coordination mechanisms and informal networks at district level. The DC shall actively engage on social media, through VSO Rwanda Facebook and Twitter.

9.Personal development:

The PM is responsible for continues learning, study and improvement. The PM shall develop a personal learning and improvement plan and promote the same among team members. The PM shall ensure the learning and improvement plans are feasible within the limited project resources. The PM shall report how personal learning and improvement directly contribute to better teams and better programmes. The PM shall ensure the plan is implemented and reported showing how it directly contributed to better teams and better programmes.

Qualifications, attributes and skills

I. Master s in education or management or education management is essential;

II. Bachelors in above fields of studies with 3 years of work experience may be considered;

III. Project management experience (3-7 years) in similar education programmes;

IV. Experience of successfully managing field-based programmes across 2-3 districts;

V. Experience of successfully managing multicultural teams of staff and or volunteers;

VI. Understanding of social inclusion, social accountability and resilience principles;

VII. Working knowledge of Vision 2020, EPDRS-II and SDGs is an added advantage;

VIII. Excellent relationships, negotiation, networking and coordination skills;

IX. Excellent communications, convincing writing and presentation skills;

X. Experience successfully working independently within multiple teams;

XI. Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and manage deadlines; and

XII. Ability to analyse, consult, validate and take well informed decisions.

Success factors:

This position requires an independence and initiative to work with multiple teams and partners. It requires regular reflection, critical analysis and openness to critical feedback and peer reviews. It requires taking remedial actions in a timely manner when needed. It requires regular engagement with and exchange knowledge and experience with other VSO education programme managers across several countries. It requires high level people skills especially; diplomacy, team cohesion, mentoring, coaching, and motivating skills to achieve team and individual results. It requires ability to deliver high quality results within limited time and resources. It requires self-motivation, responsiveness and ability to think creatively outside the box .

To apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications, CVs and relevant documents through VSO recruitment website accessible through the link below
http://vso.force.com/jobopportunities/Job_DetailsPage?jid=a0mD000000BezmS

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

If you re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description via http://vso.force.com/jobopportunities/Job_DetailsPage?jid=a0mD000000BezmSto read more details about the position and the skills and experience we re looking for. To submit your application, click on Apply now and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Closing date: 2017-07-28

Job specifications: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1 Health programme development and delivery.

Your will partially be responsible for the delivery of VSO Rwanda health strategy and signature program. Specifically contribute to development of strategy and together with health technical advisor ensure funds are secured to operationalize Adolescent sexual reproductive health signature programme.

1 Planning:

Project Manager (PM) is responsible for timely preparation, submission and advance approval of the annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly plans for the project. The PM will ensure that project teams are engaged and contribute meaningfully to project planning processes. The plans include;

• Activity implementation plans
• Budget implementation plans
• Monitoring and evaluation plans
• Procurement and logistics plans
• Staffing and recruitment plans
• Performance and leave plans

1 Implementation:

The PM is responsible for timely implementation of planned activities according to approved implementation approaches. The PM will ensure project resources are properly utilised to achieve planned activities within agreed timeline. The PM shall is expected to break down the implementation plans on weekly and daily units for easy monitoring and support supervision.

1 Monitoring:

The PM is responsible for monthly field monitoring of all project sites and quarterly reviews with stakeholders to validate whether planned activities were implemented within agreed timelines and budgets, according to agreed approach and whether those activities contributed towards expected outputs/outcomes and are benefiting the right people. This requires the PM to take timely remedial actions to realign deviations and subsequent plans. The PM is also responsible for timely planning and execution of project baseline, mid-line and end-line studies.

1 Reporting:

This PM is responsible for documenting and reporting project progress and learnings to primary actors, districts, VSO partners and management. This includes weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports, as well as project completion reports. The PM will prepare and implement a reporting calendar for both narrative and financial reports of the project. The PM is responsible for coordinating with all parties involved in the preparation, review and approval of the reports ensuring that advance notice is provided, feedback incorporated and final reports properly approved and signed off before submission.

1 Budget management:

The PM is responsible for effective planning, utilisation and reporting of project budgets to achieve good value for money. The PM shall master the project budget and ensure that his team of staff, volunteers and partners understand the budget. The PM will prepare annual, quarterly and monthly budget implementation plan aligned with activity implementation plans, procurement and recruitment plans. The PM will ensure ZERO budget over/underspends (The PM will achieve 100% of expected burn rates). The PM will ensure compliance with VSO and donor rules and regulations. This PM will organise and lead budget discussion during monthly grants review meetings (GRM), providing explanations and remedial actions for any deviations. The PM will is responsible for monthly spot checks of expenditures and prevention of fraudulent activities in the project.

1 Partnership management:

The PM is responsible for establishing and maintaining mutual partnerships with district local governments, local partners, and primary actors. The PM will maintain respectful and mutually beneficial relationships through formal and informal engagements. The PM shall ensure that the project aligns with and contributes directly to government priorities and district plans. The PM will develop and maintain a partnership agreement with districts and local partners. The PM is responsible for VSO performance contracts with the district. The PM will represent VSO in all JADF activities. The PM is responsible for immigration work plans and reports.

1 Representation:

The PM is VSO's primary representative in the district, the one responsible for communicating on behalf of VSO. The PM shall ensure all VSO business in the district is conducted in a professional manner, with unquestionable integrity and diplomacy. The PM will foster a culture of integrity and good conduct among VSO field-based staff and volunteers on official and unofficial occasions. The PM is responsible for proper visibility and recognition of the contribution of VSO and its donors in all individual and join activities involving VSO. It involves proper branding of VSO field office, field activities and other joint initiatives. The PM shall proactively engage in formal coordination mechanisms and informal networks within the districts. The PM must be actively engage on social media, especially through VSO Rwanda Facebook and Twitter. The PM will ensure transparent communications of VSO work with all relevant stakeholders especially with primary actors, sector and district officials.

1 People management:

The PM is responsible for recruiting and retaining competent and motivated staff, volunteers and partners who are committed to VSO's vision and mission, values and principles. The PM is responsible for proper orientation of new staff, volunteers and partners to ensure they align with project plans and local context as quickly and smoothly as possible. The PM is responsible for building and maintaining good team cohesion and collaboration. The PM is responsible for establishing and maintaining a culture of high performance; the PM shall ensure team members have clear performance targets, which are regularly reviewed and timely remedial actions taken. In collaboration with people team, the PM shall ensure project team safety, security, health and wellbeing.

1 Personal development:

The PM is responsible for continues learning, study and improvement within his team. The PM shall develop their own personal learning and improvement plan and for their team members. The PM shall ensure that these plans show how the learning and improvement directly contribute to VSO programme improvement. The PM shall ensure that these plans are feasible within the limited project time and resources. The PM shall ensure that these plans are fully implemented, team performance improved and reports shared with VSO management.

1 Other relevant duties assigned.

Key Skills and Qualities

• Must be a Rwandan National
• Master degree in public health or relevant area of study from a reputable University;
• Specific experience in managing health projects is mandatory.
• Solid project management experience gained from complex programmes in Rwanda;
• Good understanding of social inclusion, social accountability and resilience principles;
• Experience in programming to achieve Rwanda's vision 2020 and global goals (SDGs);
• Excellent people skills; relationships, negotiation, networking and coordination skills;
• Excellent communications, including fluency in written English; analytical, presentation and public relations skills; and
• Experience in field operations planning, management, coordination and security.
• Attention to details; Capability to multi task; Task completer
• Able to work autonomously
• Tenacious and possessing a strong work ethic
• Able to work under pressure and in a multi-cultural environment

Salary A competitive salary will be offered for the right candidate

Success factors:

This position requires an independence and initiative to work with multiple teams and partners. It requires regular reflection, critical analysis and openness to critical feedback and peer reviews. It requires taking remedial actions in a timely manner when needed. It requires regular engagement with and exchange knowledge and experience with other VSO education programme managers across several countries. It requires high level people skills especially; diplomacy, team cohesion, mentoring, coaching, and motivating skills to achieve team and individual results. It requires ability to deliver high quality results within limited time and resources. It requires self-motivation, responsiveness and ability to think creatively ''outside the box''.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=am11Y3lvbXdpemEuMDk3NTQuMzgzMEB2c28uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Closing date: 2017-07-28

Country Manager - Rwanda

• Located in Kigali, Rwanda
• Key role within aworld-renowned international development NGO
• Lead a growing team to help end avoidable blindness

Come and join our international development organisation where we are ensuring that the vision of Fred Hollows lives on. We are working to eradicate avoidable blindness by 2020, and are committed to working with partners to bring about change that is sustainable and reaches even the most vulnerable communities. Working across more than 26 countries, our vision is for a world where no one is needlessly blind.

We are seeking an experienced International development professional to lead and manage The Foundation s Country Program in Rwanda. You will work closely with the Government of Rwanda and our partners and stakeholders in Government to not only ensure that important eye health activities are carried out in communities but that our strategic objectives of strengthening the health systems in Rwanda are achieved. With support from a growing team and the benefit of our experience in Rwanda, you will be responsible for ensuring that our Country Program has the capacity to go to the next level and deliver greater benefits in the areas we work. In addition, the successful candidate will also have responsibility over The Foundation program activities currently being implemented in Burundi where we do not have a Country Program Office.

We are seeking a motivated individual who has a significant level of experience in leading international development and/or public health programs. You must be an accomplished leader who has a proven track record of building capacity and establishing operational excellence. Advocacy skills, management expertise, and solid communications skills are critical for the position.

The successful applicant will have solid senior leadership experience; capacity to work effectively in cross-cultural environments; and capacity to engage and influence senior levels of government, multi-lateral agencies and other relevant stakeholders to build strong country program.

Essential criteria includes:

• Master s Degree in Public Health, International Development or related field
• Extensive experience (minimum of 10 years) managing complex programs in public health or development; ideally with some exposure to eye health programming and new business development.
• Demonstrated capacity for high-level representation and strategic advocacy: able to engage and influence senior levels of government, multi-lateral agencies and other partners
• Experience managing a team and working in a global environment
• Project management and project design experience
• Strong written and verbal English ability

How to apply & who to contact

For a detailed Job description and for information on how to apply, please visit our website http://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies

Alternatively, If you would like further information, please contact our Recruitment Specialist Lynette Chen or Nicole Cunningham on +61 2 8741 1969.

Applications close:Friday 28^thJuly, 2017

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate right to work in Rwanda.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Closing date: 2017-08-01

Background

The UNFPA Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme is intended to provide on-the-job training for young professionals who wish to obtain practical experience in development assistance. It gives them an opportunity to acquire professional knowledge in population projects in a developing country.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative, the JPO will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of programme activities related to adolescents and youth, including but not limited to provision of youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services, Comprehensive Sexuality Education, HIV prevention and Gender Based Violence prevention. This will include but not limited to the following:

1. Support the office in analyzing and interpreting the political, social and economic environment relevant to adolescent sexual and reproductive health and in the identification of opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention.

2. Support the office in keeping well informed of new policy and development frameworks, and the preparation of inputs for policy dialogues, technical assistance and development frameworks regarding adolescent sexual and reproductive health;

3. Support the office in implementation of services targeting young people; including service integration, Comprehensive Sexuality Education, community- based and public oriented demand creation for youth- friendly services with specific focus on adolescent girls;

4. Coordinate and support implementing partners in the area of adolescents and youth, including programme planning, development of activities, providing technical support to implementation and ensuring quality narrative and financial reporting;

5. Create and document knowledge about current and emerging trends in Adolescent Health, by analyzing programmes, projects, strategies, approaches, and ongoing experience of lessons learnt and best practices and share with colleagues and external partners;

6. Ensure programme interventions in the area of A&Y are informed by available evidence and the UNFPA Strategic Plan;

7. Represent UNFPA in the ASRH sub- technical working group and related interagency coordination mechanisms;

8. Support the office and the monitoring and evaluation teams in monitoring progress towards program outcomes, collecting and analyzing program related data, report compilation and writing and development of M&E reporting tools;

9. Support advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of the country office by preparing relevant documentation i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles and participating in donor meetings and public information events, contribute to fulfilling donor s as well as UNFPA statutory reporting requirements;

10. Report to supervisor any possible/ potential constraints to program implementation and recommend solutions to overcome such obstacles;

11. Perform other duties as and when required by UNFPA Representative/Deputy UNFPA representative / direct supervisor.

Required Skills and Experience

Education

• Master degree in social sciences or related fields with specialized knowledge in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights and HIV prevention

Working Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in the health and/or international development sectors. Prior experience in developing countries is an asset.

Language requirements

• Fluency in English. Knowledge of French is an asset
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in English

Other Requirements

• Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds

Nationality

• This post is opened in the context of the JPO Programme sponsored by the Government of Canada and is open exclusively to nationals of Canada or holders of a permanent residency in Canada.

Age of applicant

• The maximum age of the applicant must be 32 years as of 31 December of the year of application

For more details on this vacancy and the JPO Programme, please go to: http://www.jposc.undp.org/content/jposc/en/home/how-to-join.html

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Closing date: 2017-08-15

CBM is an international Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world.

Within the Kabgayi Hospital (Muhanga District) in Rwanda, we are looking for an:

Ophthalmologist Freelance (Short-Term Assignment)

Objective:

The freelance consultant is responsible for the continuity of the eye care services at the Kabgayi Eye Unit and outreach clinics. In addition, the freelance consultant will also be responsible for training staff from Kabgayi Eye Unit and other institutions.

We are looking for someone who will
Perform and supervise all eye surgeries and monitor the outcome of all surgeries.
Supervise the outpatient department and ward.
Conduct in service training for medical and paramedical personnel in eye unit and for visiting trainees from other institutions.
Participate in outreach clinics and outreach surgeries in other places in Rwanda, if required.
Participate in management meetings as a member of the Management Committee of Kabgayi Eye Unit, if required.
Participate in meetings with the Directors of Kabgayi Hospital, if required.
Follow and apply CBM values, strategies and principles within the Kabgayi Eye Unit establishment.

We are looking for someone who has
A medical degree including a 3-4 years specialized training in ophthalmology
Minimum 5 years of medical experience post specialisation desirable (MCSIS, phaco, congenital cataract surgery, glaucoma, basic eye lid surgery, yag, diode laser procedures). Experience in strabismus and vitreoretinal surgery advantageous
Proven surgical track record
Working experience in Africa/Vision 2020 settings
Teaching experience
Administrative and management experience
Knowledge/experience of the international mainstream development sector and disability and development-related discussions advantageous

Personal Profile and Competencies
Self-motivated and able to organise teamwork
Good communication, and management skills
Strategic thinker and results-oriented
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets
Persistence in task
Flexibility
Excellent command of English language (written and oral)
Good computer skills (MS Office applications)
The future job holder adheres to CBM s values and commits to CBM s Child Safeguarding Policy.

CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

If you feel this role would be a great opportunity for you, we d love to hear from you. You can send us your CV, certificates and operating catalogue with a motivation letter to: recruitment@cbm.org

Starting Date: Mid-August 2017

Duration of the contract: 4 - 8 weeks