Compliance Officer

Title: COMPLIANCE OFFICER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Compliance Officer, reporting directly to the Chief of Party and Country Director, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The Compliance Officer oversees all aspects of accountability and transparency.  S/he reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization and its programs. The position ensures the management, employees, and partners are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies, that organizational policies and procedures are being followed, and that behavior in the organization meets the Code of Conduct.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure development, maintenance and regular review of policies and procedures of a compliance program to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Develop internal audit review plans, focusing on the audit of operations and processes.
• Work with the Human Resources Department, and others as appropriate, to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.  This includes working with other departments to monitor and support compliance, transparency, and accountability.
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Act as an independent review and evaluation body to assess and address compliance issues and propose solutions.
• Monitor the performance of all compliance initiatives and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve their effectiveness.
• Provide reports on a regular basis to the senior management on the progress of compliance efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, Management or any other related discipline
• Successful completion of USAID Rules & Regulations Training
• One or more relevant professional certifications (i.e. CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE)

Required Skills and Experience: 

• A minimum of 3 years experience in USAID-funded programs. 
• A minimum of at least 2 years audit experience is required
• Public accounting firm and/or NGO accounting experience is desirable
• Ability to review and sharpen operational, financial, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.
• Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately.
• Ability to apply audit standards through practical application
• Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive
• Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
• Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, technology, operations, or investigations
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and accounting software.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form: 

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Grants & Contracts Manager

TITLE: GRANTS & CONTRACTS MANAGER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Grants & Contracts Manager, reporting to the Director of Finance, with close links to the Deputy Chief of Party, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The Grants & Contracts Manager is responsible for managing project grants and contracts to implementing partners, and building institutional capacity in grant and contract management among all program partners. S/he will be responsible for the full grant cycle process, including management, compliance, quality assurance, data validation, and financing issues within the local partner portfolios. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the development, and implementation of a project grants & contracts manual to clarify grant­s manag­ement polic­ies, proce­dures­, and systems through the pre-award, award/ modification and close-out processes.­
• Lead in the assessment and evaluation of grant & subcontract applications, coordinating prope­r negot­iatio­n of the terms and condi­tions for each agreement.
• Manage and monitor all grant and subcontracts to ensure compliance with USAID guidelines, and Global Communities’ policies and standards – including financial management and programmatic performance.

• Lead and mentor the grants & contracts staff, and supervise their day-to-day operations; ensure effective coordination with other program and finance staff.
• Identify and lead capacity building and mentoring opportunities for grantees and subcontractors to increase knowledge and skills related to USAID rules and regulations, budgeting, standard accounting and financial management practices, financial reporting, and tracking of program expenditures.   

• Ensure systematic documentation, referencing, retrieval and management of grant files – including in-depth review of all financial and technical reports to ensure that reports are submitted on time, complete, and meet the terms of the agreement.

• Oversee funds disbursement to grantees & subcontractors, paying close attention to targets, program progress, and projections.
• Identify issues related to grant, grant subcontracts and program implementation in a timely manner and propose appropriate program adjustments.
• Lead monthly meetings with partner finance staff to assess progress on capacity building goals, program implementation.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accountancy and management required; Master’s degree in related field preferred.
• Formal training in USAID Rules & Regulations.
• Certified Performance Technologist (CPT) preferred.

Experience: 

• At least four years of grant management experience, with the ability to develop grant agreements, monitor and manage a grant program.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively lead and work in a team.  

Computer Skills:

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office and accounting software.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Economic Strengthening Program Officer - Consumption Support (ESPO-CS)

TITLE: ECONOMIC STRENGHTNING PROGRAM OFFICER- CONSUMPTION  SUPPORT

 About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Economic Strengthening Program Officer - Consumption Support (ESPO-CS), reporting directly to the Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The ESPO-CS will provide support on the program’s economic strengthening interventions. The ideal candidate would have strong knowledge in cash transfer programming. S/he will support the program in designing, implementation and monitoring of the consumption support component of the program. S/he will be responsible for providing overall technical and programmatic support for the planning, implementation, management, and monitoring of Consumption Support to the beneficiaries.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed Guidelines and Operating Procedures for consumption support programming
• Develop a database that can be used to capturing all relevant information regarding potential consumption support recipients.
• Prepare households receiving support to simultaneously take the next step on the economic strengthening pathway by enrolling in a savings group.
• Counsel households receiving support through the program or through VUP on allocating funds for education and health-related costs and link families to other available support services.
• Maintain overall oversights of all the consumption support elements of the program, ensuring targets are met.
• Continuously monitor, assess and document potential challenges of cash transfer and recommend solutions
• Ensure problems arising are quickly resolved to maintain program progress, and experience gained is properly documented.
• Build the capacity of local CSO to implement similar programs in a technically appropriate way through knowledge transfer, training, development of good practice, evidence based research.
• Provide specialist advice or specific skills to local authorities and local CSO partners.
• Carry out monitoring field visits and support to ensure adherence to the compliance

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Development studies, Social sciences, Marketing or relevant discipline. Masters’ Degree preferred

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable experience in conducting research using various data collection methods
• High attention to detail and ability to effectively manage a high volume of data and information.
• Excellent Excel and analytics skills
• Good project management skills related to the development of information / training products.
• Demonstrable ability to develop and maintain project / management information systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• A flexible and approach with the ability to manage in a pressured environment
• Experience of problem solving & highly developed interpersonal skills. 

• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Economic Strengthening Program Officer - Youth Economic Opportunities (ESPO- YEO)

TITLE: ECONOMIC STRENGTHENING PROGRAM OFFICER - YOUTH ECONOMIC  OPPORTUNITIES

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Economic Strengthening Program Officer - Youth Economic Opportunities (ESPO- YEO)  , reporting directly to the Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer, (ESSPO) to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The YEOPO will provide support on the program’s economic strengthening interventions. S/he will play a key role in supporting the integration of a variety of services and support within the program’s savings groups and cooperatives to achieve improved economic, health, and social outcomes.  The ideal candidate would have strong knowledge of consumption support and/or youth economic opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to implementing partners to plan, deliver, and monitor economic strengthening activities.  Technical support includes, but is not limited to, trainings, field visits, and meetings.
• Support the development of technical publications, reports, and other program documentation.
• Assist the Economic Strengthening Team to develop and review monthly plans and priorities in line with the approved work plan program priorities.
• Monitor research findings, policy guidance, and innovative approaches related to cooperative development and savings groups to apply these lessons in the program.
• Manage the library of technical materials (electronic and soft) to facilitate regular reference and ease of use among the entire program staff.
• Coordinate field related activities, trainings, and other workshops for the ES Team.
• Assist and mentor local partners to strengthen technical knowledge, skills, and capacity.
• Develop excellent working relationships with diverse stakeholders and comprehensive knowledge of other development programs and services to promote synergies.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Development studies and Social Sciences. Masters’ Degree in related field preferred.
• Training in Entrepreneurship.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience in community development, preferably in implementing youth economic opportunity activities including vocational schools,  entrepreneurship and youth employment.

• Experience developing, organizing, training sessions and facilitating workshops
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations and local government to promote learning and synergies.
• Good communication and presentation skills and a positive attitude to team work
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer (ES SPO)

TITLE: ECONOMIC STRENGTHENING SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER,

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer (ES SPO), reporting directly to the Deputy Chief of Party/ Economic Strengthening Technical Director, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The ES SPO for will provide technical leadership on the program’s economic strengthening interventions. S/he is expected to have a strong background in saving groups approach and youth focused initiatives including economic opportunities.  S/he will play a key role in supporting the integration of a variety of other services and support within the program to reduce the economic vulnerability of families

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of Economic Strengthening interventions through the development of work plans, technical reports, oversight of implementing partners, training field staff and offering support supervision.
• Provide training and technical assistance to support the implementation of the program resiliency model, with a particular focus on household and youth-focused interventions.
• Maintain active dialogue with local authorities, local organizations, and a wide range of service providers to foster collaboration, build capacity for quality service delivery, and solicit feedback to make regular improvements.
• Contribute to the development of monitoring and evaluation tools to measure the impact of Economic Strengthening interventions on the beneficiaries.
• Assist and mentor local partners to strengthen technical knowledge, skills, and capacity.
• Develop excellent working relationships with diverse stakeholders and comprehensive knowledge of other development programs and services to promote synergies.
• Monitor research findings, policy guidance, and innovative approaches focused upon strengthening the continuum of response across the ages and stages and apply these lessons in the program.
• Produce and disseminate program briefs, abstracts, and other publications to showcase program lessons, and results to contribute to the wider sector knowledge and
• Ensure activity implementation achieves planned results, document developmental impacts and resolve any implementation issues in an efficient and professional manner.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development, Economics, Management, Development Studies, or other related discipline. Masters’ Degree preferred

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience implementing family-centered programming for orphans and vulnerable children– preferably in USAID/PEPFAR programs.
• Experience implementing, and managing economic strengthening initiatives at community level
• Experience developing, organizing and facilitating workshops and training sessions. Familiar with adult learning principles/techniques
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations and local government to promote learning and synergies.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated experience in communicating to diverse stakeholders, including government officials at district, sector, and cell levels.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Finance Manager

Position title:  Finance Manager

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Finance Manager, reporting directly to the Director of Finance to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The Finance Manager provides financial support for Global Communities including supporting with the implementation, monitoring, reporting and compliance of the accounting and sub-grant components of ISVP Program. 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide accounting and financial technical management and ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles, as well as USAID rules and regulations.
• Prepare and analyze budgets, financial reports, program expenditure reports, and burn rate reports

• Responsible for various required financial month-end processes, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations: Quick books closure processes; submission of IC invoices; balance reconciliations, etc.  

• Treasure management responsibilities including preparing weekly cash position
• Prepare VAT report and submit it to RRA for refund.
• Updating Quick book on daily basis.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all privileged information  including but not limited to human resources and sub – award financial information;
• Supervise and mentor the finance team. 

Qualifications

• Rwanda national
• Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
• Familiarity with accountant procedures.
• Demonstrated computer and typing skills; Excel and WinWord skills are essential.

Education

University degree in Accountancy, Finance and any other related field related.  Master’s degree preferred.

Languages skills

Fluency in written and oral English and Kinyarwanda

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form.

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda 

IT Officer

Position title:  IT Officer

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks an IT Officer, reporting directly to the Director of operations  to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The IT Officer provides technical support for the administrative and program staff in all that pertains to internet/intranet and communication technology devices used in the office. The main duties are:

1. Implements and administers technologies and processes that ensures the reliability, efficiency, and availability of the production environment.

• Maximizes system utilization.  Ensures sufficient capacity.
• Administers system backups.  Ensures data availability and recoverability.
• Conducts performance reviews on platforms and implements tuning changes.
• Administers the operating systems, database, network software and interfaces.
• Initiates and maintains systems, network and storage management.

1. Ensures the consistent quality of services is provided to customers

• Receives and responds to support requests. Documents incidents, interaction, and solution within Service Desk application.  Communicates status of problems to customers.
• Monitors and manages group and individual queues and distributes Service Desk tickets.

1. Installs and maintains client hardware, software, and peripherals. Maintains hardware and software inventory. Collaborates with Headquarters IT Services to ensure efficient operation of computing environment.
2. Provides support/guidance on the maintenance, repair, and procurement of hardware and software devices for the office.
3. Provides staff with basic training on the use of any new software or technology device adopted by the office.

The duties listed above are not inclusive of all duties on the projects.  Global Communities reserves the right to change and update the position descriptions at any time.

COMPETENCIES

• Good knowledge of servers, emerging technological devices (tablet and android applications)
• Commitment to respond promptly to the IT needs of the office
• Proven experience in networking, active directory, computer hardware and software

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Rwandan National
• Bachelor’s degree in ICT or related course and three years relevant working experience or a diploma in ICT/related course and five years relevant working experience.
• At least two years’ experience administrating domain infrastructure, backup and server management.
• Certification from a recognized ICT training institute.
• Prior experience working with an INGO.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda.
• Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Demonstrated computer and typing skills; Excel and WinWord skills are essential.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (M&E officer)

JOB TITLE: MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (M&E officer), reporting directly to the Director for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The M&E Officer will support the preparation of accurate, timely and comprehensive program. S/he will play a key role in supporting data collection systems, compiling, analyzing and validating data from partners and technical teams; and drafting accurate reports that summarize program progress against the approved work plan.  S/he will also identify gaps in partner M&E capacity and provide recommendations to strengthen the quality, accuracy, and use of data/reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the development of the M&E plan, system and tools to enable the project staff and partners and collect, manage, track and use vital data to measure, track, and evaluate program progress, achievements, and challenges.
• Review and monitor program targets, in line with the approved performance monitoring plan, and highlight potential areas of over and under-performance.
• Prepare consolidated reports to compile M&E data, analyzing data, and identifying trends, gaps, and potential areas that require follow-up.
• Support the development of different periodic reports to meet donor and government reporting needs.
• Facilitate quarterly review meetings to identify lessons learned and implications for USAID/Higa Ubeho program’s next steps.
• Plan quarterly partner meetings to review program progress to support identification and dialogue on potential areas of concern and identify potential solutions.
• Support regular data quality audits among implementing partners to ensure accurate and reliable data with adequate supporting documentation.
• Support technical teams to conduct field visits and conduct regular follow up of program activities to fully understand the nature and impact of program interventions.
• Provide administrative support to execute the program’s learning agenda, and actively support the dissemination of program research and achievements across the sector.
• Put in place systematic documentation, referencing, retrieval and management of M&E files – including in-depth review of all data and narrative reports to ensure that reports are submitted on time, complete, and meet the standards provided in the M&E plan.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Rwandan National

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences development economics, statistics, or any field relevant to monitoring and evaluation a relevant field required; Masters’ degree preferred.

Experience: 

• A minimum of 3 years experience supporting monitoring and evaluation of international development programs, preferably USAID/PEPFAR programs.
• Good knowledge of statistics and research methods – including quantitative and qualitative methods, tools, analysis and techniques.
• Ability to prepare program reports
• Outstanding organizational skills – including ability to manage large volumes of complex data and reports.

Computer Skills:

• Excellent computer skills with experience using MS Office, and statistical software particularly SPSS and STATA.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Management Information Systems (MIS) Manager

Job Title: MIS MANAGER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Management Information Systems (MIS) Manager, reporting directly to the Director for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The MIS Manager will oversee and support the development, management, and security of the management information systems (MIS).  This includes training and mentoring program staff and partners to effectively use the system both for tracking and securing vital information, as well as running reports to analyze data for timely and informed decision-making.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a technology vision to achieve the program’s monitoring, evaluation, learning and research agenda.
• Identify, test, and use cutting edge, innovative technology solutions to enable the program to automate, simplify, and refine processes that generate critical reports with secure and accurate data to track and measure progress over time.
• Design, administer, test, troubleshoot, and implement the program’s MIS and related technology platforms, including backup and recovery management solutions; proactive health-checks and maintain security and database software;  database performance tuning; and lead planning and execution of annual and ad-hoc “snapshot” database instances.
• Ensure that the MIS provides a robust platform for managing key program data that is user-friendly, accurate, complete and accessible to a wide range of stakeholders while meeting the highest levels of security.
• Ensure that the MIS incorporates Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to track project and activity location data. Periodically generate geographic reports and digital maps in line with USAIDs geographic data reporting requirements.  
• Develop staff and partner capacity to use the MIS, including data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Oversee the execution of key technology decisions. Lead key processes to define the architecture and deliver functionality that anticipates and meets evolving needs.

• Support the development of program reports by applying the MIS to generate required statistics and data 

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology required; Master’s degree desired.

Experience: 

• A minimum of 3 years experience with increasing responsibilities in management information systems – including new technologies.
• Advanced database and programming knowledge for complex USAID projects.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, test, and implement new technologies to simplify and improve work processes.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of GIS technology

Computer Skills:

• Superior computer skills with advanced knowledge of computer applications and net technologies.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda. 

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Procurement officer

Position title:  Procurement officer

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a procurement officer, reporting directly to the Director of operations to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The procurement officer will work within the operations department and provides office support activities for Global Communities. S/he will assist the Director of Operations for supporting improvements providing management in procurement functions including asset management. The procurement officer ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, implementation internal and external procurement requirements.

Specific responsibilities

The procurement officer must be an honest and of high integrity person, self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and modeling Global Communities values.

In particular, s/he will be responsible for: 

• Ensure understanding and implementation of the full compliance with the operating standard of procurement management including recommending remedial action and implementing actions plans where standards are not currently met.
• Review procurement plans to ensure timely completion of program activities
• Ensure systems in place to monitor pipeline and procurement expenditure on monthly basis
• Carry out sensibility and control checking of field office procurement systems and recommend improvements where necessary
• Manage procurement requirement of the program; implement procurement as per the approved guidelines,  generally  accepted procurement principles, as well as USAID rules and regulations
• Conduct regular Assessment of prices of  items in the local market;
• Prepare a weekly summary of all outstanding purchase requisitions, showing the current status of the process and the date which they are expected to be supplied to the program
• Produce weekly tracker, asset and inventory report
• Establishment and maintenance of ethical, professional working relationships with suppliers.
• Manage procurement as delegated by the line supervisor.
• Support in supplier selection, supplier appraisal and contract formation
• Ensuring that all supplies, services and equipment required are delivered in time.
• Verify the adherence of set policies and procedures with regard to procurement, suppliers relations, in kind other upcoming required tasks
• Ensure effective coordination, regular communication and understanding within Logistics unit and with the other departments by providing advice and mentoring.
• Assist with any other duties as required by Supervisor.

Given the nature of the work, the candidate is expected to be flexible and may be asked to carry out duties which are not specifically listed above. The job description may be revised after discussion between the staff member and the organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Demonstrated computer and typing skills; Excel and WinWord skills are essential.

Minimum requirements  

• Rwandan national
• University degree in management, social sciences and Business administration. Master in related field preferred.
• Experience in related field
• Strong planning, planning and coordination skills, with ability to organize a substantial work, diverse tasks and responsibilities
• Experience working with international organizations
• Cultural awareness, with strong written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills

Languages skills

Fluency in verbal English and Kinyarwanda

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

 http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda