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    Employer: Oxfam Rwanda
    Posted: 1 December 2017
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    THEMATIC MANAGER (TM) – WOMEN’S RIGHT

    Oxfam’s vision is a just world without poverty. We are a confederation of 17 Oxfam affiliates working in over 90 countries, all working as one Oxfam on goals that support our shared vision. We want a world where people are valued and treated equally, enjoy their rights as full citizens, and can influence decisions affecting their lives.

    Oxfam was established in Rwanda in the 1960s. Its reputation and expertise in Rwanda puts it in a strong position to take forward a strategy that contributes to its overall vision – a just Rwanda without poverty – and to stage interventions in line with its mission – to ensure that poor men, women and youth enjoy equal rights and benefit from fair and inclusive development.

    Oxfam’s Country Strategy (OCS) launched in 2015 for implementation until 2020, identifies four key pillar programmes to attain the set objectives: Humanitarian response and preparedness, Sustainable Livelihood, Participatory Governance and Gender Justice.

    We are currently recruiting for experienced Rwandan national for the position of:

    Thematic Manager (TM) – Women’s Right

    Location : Based in Kigali – with travels countrywide
    Salary : Competitive
    Duration : One year renewable
    Availability : Immediately
    Level : National C2

    Background

    Gender inequality is the most serious and pervasive form of discrimination in the world. While this affects everyone, it is women and girls who face the most discrimination because of gender inequality. This is a key driver of poverty and a fundamental denial of women’s rights. Women form the majority of those living in poverty. They have fewer resources, less power and less influence in decision making when compared to men. They are exposed to various forms of violence and exploitation and experience further inequality because of their ethnicity, age, race, class, marital status, sexual orientation and (dis)ability. Oxfam believe that transforming gender and power relations, and the structures, norms and values that underpin them, is critical to ending poverty and challenging inequality. We believe that women taking control and taking collective action are the most important driver of sustained improvements in women’s rights, and are a powerful force to end poverty not only for women and girls, but for others too. This ispart of Oxfam in Rwanda integrated theme of Women’s Rights including voice, participation, economic and leadership.

    Job purpose

    The TM, in close coordination with the Head of Programmes and country program team- will catalyze thegrowth and development of the women’s rights and gender justice in Rwanda and provide hands on support togender mainstreaming across One programming and policy influencing areas. The position also providesthought leadership, effective coordination in policy influencing initiatives as well as resource mobilization inline with Oxfam in Rwanda’s country strategy.

    Key responsibilities

    Coordinate the existing project portfolio in the country; making direct visits and working with other staff, local partners and constituent communities in planning, implementing and tracking progress against plans and milestones;
    Provide thematic leadership and direction to the projects and ensure that targets and objectivesare achieved in line with project proposals, donor rules and regulations and guidelines;
    Plan and oversee the lobby and advocacy components of the Oxfam’s women’s’ rights programme with partners, including through outreach to (international) stakeholders and ensure linkages and synergies with global campaigns;
    Build pro-active and positive relationships with donors, government officials and academia to promote the Women’s Rights including voice, participation, economic and leadership work of Oxfam.
    Identify opportunities and resources to grow the portfolio and its impact and be involved in the development of new proposals for donor funding as well as establish excellent working relationships with Oxfam Partner affiliates who invest or plan to invest in Rwanda.
    Manage the budget for Women’s Rights including voice, participation, economic and leadership projects including overseeing Oxfam’s systems (i.e. OPAL) and liaising with finance teams to meet Oxfam standards.
    Provide overall substantive and strategic guidance and operational management of Women’s Rights including voice, participation, economic and leadership including planning, approval, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
    Develop, implement and review quarterly/annual work programmes and project activities that contribute to achievement of programme outcomes at thematic and project level, in association with relevant partners, enterprise and other stakeholders.

    Required Technical skills, knowledge and Experience:

    Master’s degree in relevant field i.e. Gender development studies, International Development, Social Work, Public Health.
    Minimum five years of experience in delivering similar health, women’s rights, Claim Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights (CRHR) in Rwanda, gender equality, women empowerment, including working in contexts of addressing VAWG and SGBV issues.
    Demonstrated strong analytical and writing skills and expertise in providing compassionate care to SGBV victims in community settings.
    Ability to contribute to the development of programme policy and quality policy brief papers to enhance the impact of SRHR services and women’s rights work.
    Demonstrate experience with project management (the entire project cycle from concept to closure/exit) and capacity to monitor implementation of project activities.
    Demonstrate experiencein campaigning, advocacy and influencing work, ideally with experience in women’s rights issues, including ending CGBV and VAWG.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
    Ability to coordinate project activities and multi-task under pressure and to deadlines.
    Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.
    English, French and Kinyarwanda proficiency strongly preferred.

    How to apply:

    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications including recent curriculum vitae (CV) with contact details (phone and email address) of your most recent line manager as part of your referees and motivation letter to: kigalijobs@oxfam.org.uk. The closing date for this vacancy is 12th December 2017

    N.B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

    COMMUNICATION INTERN

    Oxfam, one of the leading global humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation, mobilises the power of people against poverty. We are a diverse confederation of 17 strongly interconnected national affiliates working in over 90 countries, either directly, or with partners to enable transformational change, using a unique combination of long-term development, campaigning and humanitarian preparedness and response programme.

    Oxfam was established in Rwanda in the 1960s. Its reputation and expertise in Rwanda puts it in a strong position to take forward a strategy that contributes to its overall vision – a just Rwanda without poverty – and to stage interventions in line with its mission – to ensure that poor men, women and youth enjoy equal rights and benefit from fair and inclusive development.

    Oxfam’s Country Strategy (OCS) launched in 2015 for implementation until 2020, identifies four key pillar programmes to attain the set objectives: Humanitarian response and preparedness, Sustainable Livelihood, Participatory Governance and Gender Justice.

    We are currently recruiting for Rwandan national intern for the position of:

    Communication intern

    Location: Kigali – Rwanda
    Salary: Competitive
    Duration: 6 Months with possibility of renewal
    Availability: Immediately
    Reporting lines: Programme Funding and Communication Coordinator

    We are currently looking an intern who will be responsible for the following:

    Supporting programme teams to produce their own communications materials such as quarterly review reports, social media feeds, while ensuring consistency with required regional standards and alignment with country strategy;
    Supporting the Programme Quality Coordinator in the process of communicating programme achievements to the relevant Ministries, District immigrations and Immigration Headquarters on a timely and efficient manner;
    Providing support as required in reviewing programme team’s communications materials and strategies within projects’ implementation processes;
    Contributing to the design and management of the Country internal communication strategy, ensuring key corporate changes and priorities are communicated effectively;
    Contributing to the production of internal communications products such as regular staff newsletters, bulletins, updating programme briefs, drafting the annual country programme report; support the updating of the Country strategy;
    Contribute to the design of strategies and materials to ensure programmatic learning/evaluation is captured and shared between programme teams;
    Contribute substantially to the design and implementation of influencing activities within Rwanda programme;
    Ensuring that community and citizen voices, particularly those of women, are at the heart of the Rwanda program communications work;
    Screen social media messaging on country programme’s Twitter and Facebook pages.

    The position requires the following requirements:

    Have or be in pursuit of a formal education at least at degree level in communication including journalism;
    Basic experience with communications planning skills - understanding how to plan and implement a strategy.
    Have at least one year experience working in the communication sector in a INGO or a strong local NGO.
    Proven ability to identify and write good story ideas.
    Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English and experience in writing communications outputs: situation reports, case studies, factsheets/briefings and diaries.
    Ability to acknowledge cultural and political issues within the locality and usage of wisdom and tact to avoid expression of conflicting stands also have understanding of the commissioning process for photography and video.

    How to apply:

    Interested candidates should send their applications and CVs through this email address : kigalijobs@oxfam.org.uk Application deadline is 12th December 2017

    N.B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

    TECHNICAL ADVISOR, CLAIMING SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS IN RWANDA

    Oxfam’s vision is a just world without poverty. We are a confederation of 17 Oxfam affiliates working in over 90 countries, all working as one Oxfam on goals that support our shared vision. We want a world where people are valued and treated equally, enjoy their rights as full citizens, and can influence decisions affecting their lives.

    Oxfam was established in Rwanda in the 1960s. Its reputation and expertise in Rwanda puts it in a strong position to take forward a strategy that contributes to its overall vision – a just Rwanda without poverty – and to stage interventions in line with its mission – to ensure that poor men, women and youth enjoy equal rights and benefit from fair and inclusive development.

    Oxfam’s Country Strategy (OCS) launched in 2015 for implementation until 2020, identifies four key pillar programmes to attain the set objectives: Humanitarian response and preparedness, Sustainable Livelihood, Participatory Governance and Gender Justice.

    We are currently recruiting for experienced Rwandan national for the position of:

    Technical Advisor, Claiming Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in Rwanda
    Location : Based in Kigali – with travels countrywide
    Salary : Competitive
    Duration : One year renewable
    Availability : Immediately
    Level : National C2

    Background

    Oxfam in Rwanda secured this year a 4.5-year long funding from the Scottish Government to support the implement the project titled ‘Claiming Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in Rwanda’. The project aims that women from targeted districts of Rwanda enjoy equal rights and live free from discrimination and violence. The project’s impact on reducing incidence of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and improving access to of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) will contribute to achievement of Global Development Goals. It supports national development priorities in Rwanda and builds on existing strengths and significant progress made by the Government of Rwanda in service provision, policy and law to eradicate SGBV and promote SRHR.

    One of the main component of the project includes providing support to Isange One Stop Centers (IOSC) in three districts of project location (Rubavu, Nyabihu, Huye, Kamonyi, Muhanga and Ruhango).

    Purpose of the position

    Oxfamis seeking for a Technical Advisor to support the implementation of the IOSCs’ strategies for effective delivery of high quality services to SGBV victims.

    Key responsibilities

    Leading efforts, in conjunction with project technical teams in Oxfam, Young Women Christian Association (YWCA) and Rwanda Interfaith Council for Health (RICH), to provide guidance and technical support to field programs (both on-site and remote assistance) that will result in development and implementation of high-quality SGBV program’s that make a measurable impact.
    Support and build the capacity of IOSCs’ health workers so they can continue to provide compassionate, appropriate care to victims of SGBV and assist to evaluate the efficiency interventions addressing SGBV and gender inequities using the best available evidence.
    Improve program monitoring and evaluation by collaborating with MIGEPROF, Ministry of Health (MOH), Rwanda National Police (RNP) and district hospitals to identify and address gaps in data collection; develop tools and systems to ensure that program monitoring and reporting captures data necessary to assess negative impacts of gender inequality on service delivery.
    Provide tools to support integration of Oxfam’s global approach to SGBV, focused on local partnerships and community engagement, into all programs, as well as monitor international best practices in SGBV, represent Oxfam at relevant fora, and serve as a thought leader within and outside of Oxfam on innovative community-based approaches aimed at increasing protection and economic empowerment of SGBV victims, and primary prevention of violence against women and girls (VAWG).
    Monitor the Scottish Funded project’s outcome related to supporting IOSCs through regular field trips, report reviews, monitoring and evaluation activities, managing discussions with IOSCs management team, ensure smooth relationship with local authorities and other key stakeholders, and use of project management tools to ensure that activities adhere to best practices and guidelines.
    In collaboration with project implementing partners and Oxfam, draft global and/or multi-country concept notes and proposals.
    Synthesize and document project’s experiences with SGBV and IOSCs operations to feed into Oxfam’s management reports, as well as donors reports.
    Update and inform relevant audiences about levels of results/achievements and knowledge products, while also identifying innovative ways to communicate and disseminate newly created tools and resources to staff, implementing partners and other relevant project stakeholders.

    Required Competences:

    The position requires a competent and experienced person with the following attributes:

    Master’s degree in relevant field i.e. Gender development studies, International Development, Social Work, Public Health.
    Minimum five years of experience in delivering similar health, women’s rights, SRHR, gender equality, women empowerment, including working in contexts of addressing VAWG and SGBV issues.
    Demonstrated strong analytical and writing skills and expertise in providing compassionate care to SGBV victims in community settings.
    Ability to start and grow engagement with government institutions, especially MIGEPROF, MOH, RNP and district hospitals.
    Ability to contribute to the development of programme policy and quality policy brief papers to enhance the impact of SRHR services and women’s rights work.
    Demonstrate experience with project management (the entire project cycle from concept to closure/exit) and capacity to monitor implementation of project activities.
    Demonstrate experiencein campaigning, advocacy and influencing work, ideally with experience in women’s rights issues, including ending SGBV and VAWG.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
    Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.
    English, French and Kinyarwanda proficiency strongly preferred.
    Ability to travel extensively in rural areas required.

    How to apply:

    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications including recent curriculum vitae (CV) with contact details (phone and email address) of your most recent line manager as part of your referees and motivation letter to: kigalijobs@oxfam.org.uk. The closing date for this vacancy is 12thDecember 2017

    N.B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

    ELECTRO-MECHANICAL ENGINEER FOR MAHAMA REGUGEES WATER PLANT, KIREHE DISTRICT

    Oxfam’s vision is a just world without poverty. We are a confederation of 17 Oxfam affiliates working in over 90 countries, all working as one Oxfam on goals that support our shared vision. We want a world where people are valued and treated equally, enjoy their rights as full citizens, and can influence decisions affecting their lives.

    Oxfam was established in Rwanda in the 1960s. Its reputation and expertise in Rwanda puts it in a strong position to take forward a strategy that contributes to its overall vision – a just Rwanda without poverty – and to stage interventions in line with its mission – to ensure that poor men, women and youth enjoy equal rights and benefit from fair and inclusive development.

    Oxfam’s Country Strategy (OCS) launched in 2015 for implementation until 2020, identifies four key pillar programmes to attain the set objectives: Humanitarian response and preparedness, Sustainable Livelihood, Participatory Governance and Gender Justice.

    We are currently recruiting for an experienced Rwandan national for the position of:

    Electro- Mechanical Engineer for Mahama Refugees Water Treatment Plant, Kirehe District
    Location : Kirehe – Eastern Province
    Salary : Competitive
    Duration : 7 Months – non-renewable
    Availability : Immediately
    Level : National C1

    Background

    Oxfam in Rwanda has been at the forefront of supplying clean water in the Mahama refugees’ camp since 2015. Currently the Mahama Camp is hosting a population of 55,909 refugees who are all being supplied with clean water at required standards, in addition to supplying water to six surrounding villages in the camp’s host community and to a community school.

    In Mahama, water is supplied using a permanent water treatment plant.This plant is a conventional plant using a combination of coagulation, sedimentation, rapid sand filtration and disinfection to provide clean, safe water to beneficiaries. It has the capacity to produce 1,200 m3 per day with enough quantity of clean water for a maximum of 60,000 people per day, running for 14 hours a day. Oxfam has secured DFID funding to support the works of expanding the capacity of the permanent plant.

    Project rationale

    To ensure continuity of supply of clean water with minimal interruptions, there is need to expand the newly constructed permanent treatment plant. The expansion of this plant is envisaged in three parts; the first part would cater for ensuring continuity of supply of clean water during maintenance of the existing sedimentation tank. Thiswill call therefore for construction of a second sedimentation tank; the second part would cater for ensuring that the control panel of the plant has a mechanical/manual option in cases of unexpected maintenance or replacement of parts/software and the third part will cater for purchase of a minimal strategic stock of main spare parts of the plant for faster replacement as needed.

    Purpose of the position

    Oxfam is seeking for an Electromechanical engineer to provide technical oversight and project management during the period of the integration work of the Mahama permanent water treatment plant.

    Key responsibilities

    The incumbent will be responsible of:

    In collaboration with the Thematic manager in Kigali and the Kirehe team leader, participate actively on the negotiation of the terms of the project contract with the constructing company;
    To supervise/direct the planned civil works according to the applicable Rwandan law;
    To monitor the progress of the works on ground by comparing the planned activities, budgetary provisions and project timeline and to recommend the contracting company the appropriate measures to be taken, in case the works are behind schedule;
    To arrange and take part to regular site progress meetings by liaising with the camp’s authorities, UNHCR, MIDIMAR and other stakeholders active in the camp;
    To prepare draft agendas and minutes of meetings of all formal visits in which the project is discussed;
    To advise the constructor, Oxfam and beneficiaries on possible ways to avoid unforeseen extra expenditures for the project;
    To advise the constructor, Oxfam and beneficiaries on any possible claim or contractual problems arising during the works;
    To liaise closely with the thematic manager based in Kigali, the Kirehe Team Leader and other camp’s stakeholders for a smooth and effective progress and successful completion of the works;
    Expand Oxfam’s recognition among Mahama refugees’ camp’s donors by finding opportunities to raise awareness of Oxfam’s work in the areas of project concepts.
    Help respond to donor inquiries, facilitate donor contacts, and provide timely and relevant donor information related to Oxfam’s project.
    Carry out any other duties as may be requested by the Thematic manager and/or the Country Director.

    Required Competences:

    The position requires a competent and experienced person with the following attributes:

    Technical background in electro-mechanics or/and civil engineering, coupled with Masters or degree in electro-mechanics. Experience can substitute qualifications, but not vice versa. Strong preference for Rwanda licensed civil engineer.
    Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in water supply infrastructure and water treatment plants.
    Substantial experience of working with engineering CAD documents (Drawing – Auto Cad / BOQ’S which can be used for contractor tenders).
    Experience managing water supply infrastructure projects worth of at least 1 million USD.
    Experience of surveying and construction of small and large pipe networks and drainage desirable.
    Commitment and ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with the sub-contractor and with other relevant stakeholders active in the Mahama refugees’ camp.
    Written abilities to present concise and clear reports within short notice addressing needs/problems and related solutions/recommendations.
    Willingness to share information with other Oxfam staff.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
    Ability to coordinate project activities and multi-task under pressure and to deadlines.
    Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.
    English, French and Kinyarwanda proficiency strongly preferred.
    Ability to travel extensively in rural areas is required.

    How to apply:

    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications including recent curriculum vitae (CV) with contact details (phone and email address) of your most recent line manager as part of your referees and motivation letter to: kigalijobs@oxfam.org.uk. The closing date for this vacancy is 12th December 2017

    N.B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

    ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR

    Oxfam’s vision is a just world without poverty. We are a confederation of 17 Oxfam affiliates working in over 90 countries, all working as one Oxfam on goals that support our shared vision. We want a world where people are valued and treated equally, enjoy their rights as full citizens, and can influence decisions affecting their lives.

    Oxfam was established in Rwanda in the 1960s. Its reputation and expertise in Rwanda puts it in a strong position to take forward a strategy that contributes to its overall vision – a just Rwanda without poverty – and to stage interventions in line with its mission – to ensure that poor men, women and youth enjoy equal rights and benefit from fair and inclusive development.

    Oxfam’s Country Strategy (OCS) launched in 2015 for implementation until 2020, identifies four key pillar programmes to attain the set objectives: Humanitarian response and preparedness, Sustainable Livelihood, Participatory Governance and Gender Justice.

    We are currently recruiting for experienced Rwandan national for the position of:

    Assistant Program Coordinator
    Location : Based in Kigali – with travels countrywide
    Salary : Competitive
    Duration : One year renewable
    Availability : Immediately
    Level : National D2

    Job purpose:To support the programme team and the Thematic Managers in implementing of programmatic activities under One program approach with specific remit in Strengthening Claiming Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights(CSRHR), Project Direct and Pineapple Value Chain Development Project (PVP).

    Key Responsibilities:

    Provide support in day to day implementation of projects;
    Participate in meetings, training sessions, conferences and public promotion of projects;
    Develop implementation plans and support in the preparation of budgets and related delivery reports.
    Draft terms of reference for national and international consultants or expert institutions as per programmes implementation plans; collection and drafting of relevant contract documentation;
    Support Oxfam teams in the organization of key advocacy/awareness raising events surrounding international days;
    Ability to perform broad range of tasks and activities aimed at ensuring effective implementation of programmes;
    to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships with programme staff and stakeholders;
    Ability to perform a variety of standards and work processes that are fully documented, researched and reported
    Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust discrepancies, identify and resolve operational problems also able to provide input to different processes.
    Ability to perform work of confidential nature
    Good knowledge of financial rules and regulations

    Required skills and experience

    University degree (Bachelors) in social studies, management, political studies or similar is considered as advantage.
    A minimum of 3 years of relevant programme experience.
    Experience in supporting complex projects/processes that include extensive communication, coordination and facilitation;
    Experience with preparing summaries and reports as well as organizing events and trainings;
    Demonstrated ability to work in a team;
    Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and knowledge of spreadsheet packages;
    Prior experience with International NGOs will be considered an advantage.
    English, French and Kinyarwanda is required.

    Skills and competence:

    A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agri-Business, Economics, Business management or related field from a recognised university;
    One to two years of work experience, with at least one year experience working with development institutions or International NGOs would be an added advantage;
    Ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team;
    Being able to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines;
    Minimum exposure and understanding of concepts related to the role of private sector in Agriculture, enterprise development processes, poverty eradication, and value chains promotion.
    Capacity to work in the Rwandan context while understanding the different dimensions of its diversity and cultural sensitivities;
    An ability and willingness to work towards deadlines, in a inclusive manner;
    Demonstrable capability to communicate (writing and speaking) effectively in English and Kinyarwanda;
    Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills are a must;
    Have minimum knowledge of dynamics in dealing with Gender and girls’ promotion related issues in within the Rwandan context;
    Willing to travel in rural areas and up-country sites of Rwanda on an average of 60% of the time.

    How to apply:

    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications including recent curriculum vitae (CV) with contact details (phone and email address) of your most recent line manager as part of your referees and motivation letter to: kigalijobs@oxfam.org.uk. The closing date for this vacancy is 12thDecember 2017

    N.B: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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