NGO Finance Manager

Vacancy: Finance Manager - Uraia Trust
 

Uraia Trust is a premier national organization whose mission is to facilitate the provision of quality civic education and practical mechanisms for citizen engagement in public affairs. 

Uraia seeks to recruit a highly competent individual for the position of Finance Manager. 

The jobholder will provide managerial support to the Finance unit which will include improving financial management and procedures that support the Trust’s operations. 

In addition, this role is responsible for the implementation of policies, processes and procedures to ensure internal efficiencies and effective preparation and dissemination of financial information for management decision making and reporting purposes.

The key responsibilities of this position will include:

• Development and implementation of effective financial strategies, procedures in order to achieve compliance requirements, optimal efficiency, and efficient resource utilization.
• Management of the grant management process including contracting with sub-grantees, contracts administration and reporting.
• Maintenance of efficient financial management systems in accordance with the Trust’s financial procedures and in line with local and International Accounting Standards and best practices.
• Monitoring of unit and programme budgets in liaison with the unit heads.
• Cash flow management and review of reconciliations for submission to unit head.
• Facilitate annual financial audits and any other periodic reviews.
• Preparation of periodic financial reports for review and discussion with management.
• Review and approval of payments and disbursements within established limits.

For more details on the above job description and profile, please refer to the Uraia Trust website
www.uraia.or.ke. 

The jobholder will report to the Head of Finance and Support Services.

Position qualifications:
 

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• At the minimum a Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting or Finance from a recognized University. Those with business related postgraduate qualification such as a Masters degree in Business Administration will have an added advantage.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA (K) or ACCA.
• Additional relevant training and qualifications in grants management will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 6 years’ overall relevant work experience in project/grants accounting with at least 3 years at management level.
• Demonstrated work experience in computerized accounting is essential. Those with competence in Navision financial software will have an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The engagement for this position will be for an initial contract of two years that is renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. 

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

If you believe your career objectives match this exciting position, please forward your application and detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, contact details and quoting reference number UT/03/15/01 by 5 pm on 9th April 2015 addressed to:

The Recruitment Manager
Sheer Logic Management Consultants
P O Box 53026-00200

Nairobi

Tel; 2247983/0737607699/0728607699

E- Mail: info@sheerlogic.co.ke or sheerlogic@swiftkenya.com

For more details about Uraia, please see the Uraia Trust website www.uraia.or.ke.

People and Development Administrative Officer

Vacancy: People and Development Administrative Officer
 

Location: Nairobi    
 

Industry: NGO
 

Our client, an international NGO in quality reproductive health care and family planning wishes to recruit a People and Development Administrative Officer to provide essential administration and HR functions thereby assisting in the smooth running of the organization.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the orientation and induction programmes.
• Guidance management and support of a small team of receptionist, caretaker and cleaning staff ensuring high performance in regards to safety, efficiency and excellent customer service
• Assist in the provision of timely and effective technical assistance to line managers to support their effective people management.
• General office administration duties.
• Assist with the timely and accurate administration of staff benefits.
• Assist with equitable and efficient administration of staffing issues.

Skills & Abilities:

• Graduate in Human Resources, Social Sciences, Business Management or related field
• Qualifications to demonstrate training skills/knowledge desirable
• Minimum 3 years experience in marketing.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Kenyan Labor law essential.
• Knowledge of the non-for-profit sector is highly desirable
• Strong practical knowledge and understanding of HR practices, including staff relations issues and recruitment, demonstrated in an office of more than 250 staff, is essential.
• Excellent demonstrable IT skills including in the use of databases, MS Office suite and for the use of information management
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Vacancy: Centre Managers
 

Location: Malindi and Kongowea
 

Industry: NGO
 

Our client, an international NGO in quality reproductive health care and family planning wishes to recruit Centre Managers to ensure the smooth running of  the Center as well as ensure clinical quality, deliver high quality services and client safety. 

He/she will assist with budget management to make sure they are all consistent with organizational objectives and will also provide leadership and manage support staff for the Center.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare annual business plans with SMART objectives and strategic plans of how to achieve them
• Monitor income and expenditure, seeking support from Finance as required, and take appropriate action to ensure financial KPIs are met
• Optimize capacity within the centre by efficiently managing human resources; continually reviewing the effectiveness of systems and working practices; and maintaining an effective client flow to minimize client wait times
• Compliance to the national healthcare guidelines and organizational protocols
• Engage and motivate all team members within the centre so that they understand and work to achieve centre objectives and KPIs and so that their role has a positive impact on the centre’s success.
• Take an active approach to managing the performance of all team members by providing honest feedback on performance; providing formal reviews at least annually; setting appropriate objectives; ensuring appropriate behaviors are discussed and appropriate training plans are put in place.

Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor Degree in Health or Business Administration
• Five years experience in healthcare field
• Significant operational, hands on management including team management gained within a customer focused service industry
• Healthcare management experience
• Have held, worked to and/or monitored a budget or business plan
• Understand and use financial information such as balance sheets and profit and loss accounts to inform business decision making
• Team leadership skills: effective delegation, supervision, coaching and motivation

To apply, send your CV and cover letter only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before 8th April, 2015. 

Clearly indicate the position applied for, and expected remuneration, on the subject line.

The Foundation for Civil Society Jobs

HEAD MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Qualifications:  Master’s degree in social sciences with at least three years experience in monitoring and evaluation assignments
Apply: The Executive Director The Foundation for Civil Society  
Box 7192, Dar es Salaam
Details: Mwananchi  Mar 25,2015
Deadline: April 10 ,  2015

CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Qualifications:  Master’s degree in social sciences and Rural Development with at least three years experience in Capacity Building Development assignments
Apply: The Executive Director The Foundation for Civil Society  
Box 7192, Dar es Salaam
Details: Mwananchi  Mar 25,2015
Deadline: April 10 ,  2015

Programme Coordinator Business Development Urban IWASH

• Position type : Permanent
• Deadline : 15 Apr 2015
• Salary : Competitive with excellent benefits

It’s hard to believe that today 748 million people still don’t have clean, safe water and 2.5 billion live without a toilet. The resulting diseases kill one child every minute.

WaterAid is looking for a Programme Coordinator-Business Development Urban IWASH to play a vital role in our mission to transform lives with safe water, sanitation and hygiene in the world’s poorest communities.

Working within the WaterAid Tanzania team, the Programme Coordinator IWASH  will be responsible for ensuring the development and integration of entrepreneurial approach into water and sanitation programming and delivery. To be successful, you’ll need to have fully completed  business development, Marketing, public health or social sciences qualifications/Certification, a great track record in WASH Sector, excellent interpersonal both oral and written communication skills, Knowledge of entrepreneurial approaches and market ,capacity to conduct supply chain analyses related to sanitation and experience in producing proposals, reports and other information documents. 

By 2030 we want everyone, everywhere to have clean water and sanitation. We need you to help us make it happen. If you bring your expertise, passion and professionalism, we’ll give you a lot back.          

Working with us, you will be entitled to a wide range of employee benefits.

Please note: in order to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in Tanzania.

How to apply

1. Click here to download the job description (.docx; 37KB) >
2. Email a CV and Cover Letter to: WATRecruitment@wateraid.org 

TANZANIA - ASSISTANT PROGRAMME COORDINATOR

Closing date: 5pm East African Time, 3rd April 2015
Contract: 6 Month Interim Contract
Salary: Gross 12,161,943 Tsh per annum
Location: Mbeya Region, Tanzania

Restless Development Tanzania is the leading youth-led development agency and we are looking for dynamic, committed and passionate individual to assist in the delivery and coordination of our Southern Highland Youth and Social Enterprise Programme led through the Mbeya Programme Office.

Working with disadvantaged young people in rural settings including youth led enterprises and youth groups, you will coordinate our support to the youth sector. You will identify and coordinate business development opportunities for these groups as well as train and give advice to these groups to strengthen their businesses and organisations. Under the direction of the Southern Highlands Programme Manager, you will provide technical advice and support to regional programmes in the Southern region to expand their work with youth groups and enterprises in urban settings.

You will be a practical, solution-focussed individual, committed to delivering high standard programmes, ensuring that sharing and learning best practice from colleagues in the staff team filter to our programme delivery on the ground. You will have a background in entrepreneurship and small business development, and exposure to organisational development work. This is a significant role in our programmes team, essential for the achievement of our strategic directions

DOWNLOAD JOB DESCRIPTION

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To apply please follow the instructions in the job description, sending completed applications tojobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org stating the vacancy job title Tanzania - Assistant Programme Coordinator.

Closing date for this position is 5pm East African Time, 3rd April 2015

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