Job Opportunities

1. Job Title: Accountant

Job responsibilities

The Accountant will be responsible of:

1. Update the budgetary accounting;

2. Update banks books

3. Deduct the expenses from the budget and file all documents related to those operations;

4. Prepare monthly bank reconciliation, Keep the petty cash book and file all documents concerning petty cash payments;

5. Make the monthly balance of the petty cash book;

6. Transmit monthly bank statements to the ministry of finance with the necessary documentations;

7. Ensure necessary declarations are done on time;

8. Carry any other duties assigned to him/her by the Ministry authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting with at least foundation level one of CPA/CIA/CPFA/CPFM/ACCA (Applied Knowledge of ACCA) or Stage two of CAT/ API Certificate.

• 3 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and auditing standards (Such as IPSAS, IFRS; ISSAs)

• Proficiency in financial management systems

• High integrity and professional ethical standards

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity

• Strong analytical skills and leadership skills

• Excellent knowledge creativity and innovation;

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2. Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Job responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant to the Minister shall report to the Minister and is responsible of:

1. Receive and direct visitors for the Minister

2. Receive and exploit and dispatch mails, prepare and write draft letters and other correspondences in Minister's office;

3. Ensure that files to be forwarded to the Minister are ready on time;

4. Remind the Minister of urgent files, meetings and important events and arrange them in a priority order in his/her office to facilitate his/her work;

5. Remind the Minister of urgent files, meetings and important events and arrange them in a priority order in his/her office to facilitate his/her work

6. Keep the diary of the Minister;

7. Take minutes during the meetings chaired by the Minister;

8. Carrying out any other relevant tasks assigned by the Ministry authorities.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Office Management, Travel & Tourism Management, Office Management and Administration, Office Management and Administration with 0 Year of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, International Relations, Management, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media, Law, Development Studies, Procurement, Psychology, Accounting, Office Management, Arts and Publishing, Political Sciences, Education Sciences, Finance, Business Administration, Customer Relations, Business Information Technology, Social work, Human Resource Management, Language and Arts Education, Linguistic and Literature, Hospitality Management, Marketing Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management with 0 Year of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics;

• Excellent knowledge creativity and innovation;

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

• knowledge of principles with practice of basic office management

• Organizational skills with ability to mult-task

• Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record keeping

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3. Job Title: Creative Industries Liaison Specialist

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals and organizations seeking information, guidance, and support within the cultural and creative industries ecosystem.

• Assist in the preparation of documentation, applications, and submissions required for permits, licenses, funding applications, and other regulatory approvals, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance.

• Provide guidance on available resources and opportunities in creative arts industries.

• Offer advice and recommendations on industry best practices, strategies for growth, and methods for enhancing creativity, innovation, and competitiveness within the cultural and creative sectors.

• Identify synergies and potential collaborations among stakeholders, facilitating introductions, partnerships and collaborative projects.

• Identify key challenges and barriers faced by stakeholders within the cultural and creative industries ecosystem by conducting needs assessments.

• Develop recommendations and solutions to address identified challenges collaborating with stakeholders, policymakers and industry experts.

• Prepare the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports of activities and share them with the supervisor.

• Carry out any other assignment as requested by superiors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Project Management, Arts and Publishing, Entrepreneurship, Tourism, Cultural Studies, Language and Literature, Creative Arts Studies, Arts and Creative Industry, Marketing Management with 3 Years of relevant experience

• Master's in Project Management, Marketing,Entrepreneurship, Arts and Publishing, Tourism, Cultural Studies, Creative Arts with 1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Knowledge of government policy-making, industrial and entrepreneurship processes

• Knowledge in application of results-based management

• Knowledge of intellectual property protection laws and procedures

• Talent detection and management skills

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics;

• Demonstrated ability to work well in an inter-cultural environment;

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

• Experience in developing Career Guidance modules.

• Strong analytical skills and leadership skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Skills in Customer Relationships Management,

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4. Job Title: Youth Health And Welfare Promotion Specialist

Job responsibilities

The Youth Health and Welfare Promotion Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of youth in Rwanda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, formulate policies, programmes and strategies to ensure young people are healthier and promotion of youth wellbeing.

• Design and implement health promotion programs targeting youth empowerment;

• Formulate policies, programs and projects targeting youth social welfare;

• Coordinate joint interventions for youth health and social welfare;

• Conduct research and propose the research-based policy actions to address teenage pregnancy;

• Advocate for policies and practices that support youth health and well-being;

• Facilitate young people to have access on mental wellness services and counseling to youth on health-related issues.

• Conduct monitoring, evaluation and implementation of national programs related to health and social welfare among youth:

• Follow up and evaluate the implementation of the youth health and social welfare;

• Analyze reports on youth health and social welfare and provide policy recommendations;

• Monitor the progress of the implementation of different programs implemented by both public institutions and development partners Initiate partnerships with key players intervening in Youth health and welfare

• Initiate and participate in consultations with youth stakeholders to elaborate national programs, strategies and policies intended to promote Youth health and social welfare;

• Initiate MoUs between the Ministry and partners & monitor its implementation.

Reporting

• Prepare the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports of activities and report them to the supervisor;

• Carry out any other assignment as requested by the supervisor;

• Prepare analytical reports on key areas in youth health and social welfare promotion which require special attention and advise accordingly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Development Studies with 3 Years of relevant experience

• Master's Degree in Development Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Public Health with 1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Knowledge of results-based management, logical framework approach, strategic planning processes and tools

• Experience in monitoring and evaluation, including development of frameworks and indicators

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics;

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

• Knowledge and understanding of the population welfare and issues

• Understand and Knowledge of cross-sectoral policy areas, particularly with respect to intersection of social safety nets, social insurance, education, skills and labor policy

• Knowledge of Education, Technology, Culture and Youth sector policies and issues

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5. Job Title: Head Of Central Secretariat

Job responsibilities

The Head of Central Secretariat shall report to the Director of Administration and Finance and will be responsible for:

• Supervise the operation of activities of the Central Secretariat;

• Register and direct outgoing /incoming correspondence

• Direct internal correspondence of the ministry for their registration and utilization

• Maintain order and a favorable environment in the central secretariat

• Organize and control the fast and accurate entry of documents and mails for the institution which are processed the central Secretariat;

• Produce documents in ad hoc formats to facilitate work of persons in charge and within a quality-based spirit for corporate image of the institution;

• Organize and control the computer-entry work given to Central Secretariat;

• Supervise and organize appropriate recording and filing of documents which are processed at the Central Secretariat;

• Write and forward to line manager the monthly report of Central Secretariat activities;

• Carry any other duties assigned to him/her by the Ministry authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Secretarial Studies, Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Management, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media, Human Resource Management, Law, Development Studies, Procurement, Psychology, Library and Information Science, Office Management, Arts and Publishing, Education, Political Sciences, Education Sciences, Customer Relations, Agriculture Economics, Business Information Technology, Linguistics and Literature, Translation and Interpretation Studies, Language and Arts Education, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Arts and Creative Industry, Social work, Hospitality Management, Secretariat Studies, Office Management,  Accounting & Finance, Library & Information Science

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics;

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record keeping

• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

• Knowledge of principles and practices of basic office management

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6. Job Title: Youth Skills And Innovation Promotion Specialist

Job responsibilities

Youth Skills and Innovation Promotion Specialist is responsible for fostering the development of young people's skills and encouraging innovation within youth communities.

Initiate Skill Development Programs:

1. Design and implement skill development programs tailored to the needs of young people, focusing on areas such as digital literacy, employability skills (technical and soft skills) including communication skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity

2. Develop mechanisms to support youth innovations

Partnerships and Collaborations:

1. Forge partnerships with Government institutions and private sector as well as development partners and other stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise in promoting youth skills development and innovation.

Mentorship and Coaching:

1. Provide mentorship and coaching to young people to help them identify their strengths, interests, and career goals.

2. Offer guidance on how to develop relevant skills, pursue educational opportunities, and navigate the job market.

Entrepreneurship Support:

1. Support aspiring young entrepreneurs by providing training, resources, and networking opportunities to help them launch and grow their businesses.

2. Offer guidance on business planning, fundraising, marketing, and other aspects of entrepreneurship.

Research and Evaluation:

1. Conduct research to identify emerging trends and best practices in youth skills development and innovation.

2. Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and initiatives and use data-driven insights to continuously improve strategies and outcomes.

Advocacy and Policy Influence:

1. Advocate for policies and investments that support youth skills development and innovation at local, national, and international levels.

2. Engage with policymakers, influencers, and stakeholders to raise awareness and drive change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Project Management, Management, Development Studies, International Development, Strategic Management,  Labour Economics, Entrepreneurship with 3 Years of relevant experience

• Master's Degree in Economics, Project Management, Management, Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, International Development, Strategic Management, Labour Economics with 1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Knowledge of results-based management logical framework and socio-economical appraisal of projects

• High integrity and professional ethical standards

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

• Extensive knowledge in Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives, and Business Promotion

• Experience in developing Career Guidance modules.

• Excellent knowledge creativity and innovation;

• Knowledge of project design, management and evaluation

• Knowledge and experience with the Youth and Culture sector key features and objectives

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7. Job Title: Youth Entrepreneurship And Access To Finance Specialist

Job responsibilities

A. conduct research, formulate policies, and develop programs designed to encourage and facilitate youth entrepreneurship development capabilities among youth:

1. Contribute to the development of national entrepreneurship policies, strategies, programs, and projects for youth entrepreneurship promotion;

2. Oversee the implementation of youth entrepreneurship programs;

3. Undertake research and propose the research-based policy actions to promote young entrepreneurs;

4. Contribute to the development of business incubations centers and other strategies related to mentorship and coaching;

5. Develop a youth mobilization strategy on entrepreneurship policies and programs.

B. Develop policies, strategies, and programs for talents development and innovation:

1. Participate in designing talent development programs and strategies to support talent growth

2. Assess the needs of young people, plan and monitor the programs and strategies related to talent and innovation development;

3. Support the Government in the design and implementation of national action plans for talents and innovation development;

4. Set up mechanisms to nurture talents and innovations well as increase opportunities for young people;

5. Develop strategies for awareness of Intellectual Property rights;

6. Set up mechanisms to ensure coaching and mentorship and commercialization of products;

7. Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships locally and globally for talent promotion

C. Conduct monitoring, evaluation, and implementation review of all initiatives, policies, strategies related to entrepreneurship development among youth:

1. Conduct critical analysis and evaluation of youth entrepreneurship development mechanism Vis à Vis to the national transformation framework;

2. Conduct impact assessment of youth entrepreneurship program initiatives;

3. Support government in the design and implementation of time-bound national action plans for youth entrepreneurship development;

4. Follow up and evaluate the implementation of the youth entrepreneurship programs;

5. Analyze the entrepreneurship-related reports and provide policy recommendations;

6. Monitor the progress of the implementation of the youth entrepreneurship program. by Providing Technical Support to Ministry, Youth department and Youth Sector in general on matters related to Entrepreneurship, Employment, Job Creation, and productivity by:

D. Initiate and coordinate partnerships with key players intervening in Youth entrepreneurship capabilities development:

1. Participate and initiate consultations with partners on youth entrepreneurship development programs;

2. Ensure that national youth entrepreneurship is integrated into partners’ plans;

3. Initiate related MoUs between the Ministry and the partners and its implementation.

4. Reinforcing the relationship with the training centers and establishing the training schedules in collaboration with friendly Centre coordinators

5. Developing in partnership with other concerned Institutions, the Vocational training based on identified capacity building needs;

E. Report:

1. Regularly evaluating the real situation in youth matters and taking appropriate measures;

2. Elaborating the annual action plan and budget for the Youth Department;

3. Providing advice on all dossiers related to the Youth requests;

4. Prepare the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports of activities share them with the supervisor;

5. Carry out any other assignment as requested by the supervisor;

6. Prepare analytical reports on selected subjects within the areas of interest

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Project Management, Management, Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, Planning with 3 Years of relevant experience

• Master's in Economics, Project Management, Management, Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, Planning with 1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills

• Commitment to continuous learning

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8. Job Title: Arts Regulations And Compliance Specialist

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Review and update regulations, policies and guidelines governing artistic activities ensuring alignment with national laws, international standards and industry best practices.

• Establish clear and comprehensive compliance standards and procedures for artists, organizations and cultural institutions by providing clarity and guidance on legal and ethical requirements.

• Engage with artists, arts organizations, legal experts, government agencies and industry stakeholders to solicit feedback and address artists concerns.

• Conduct risk assessments and impact analysis to identify potential regulatory gaps, vulnerabilities, and emerging issues within the arts sector proactively addressing challenges and mitigating compliance risks.

• Develop and deliver training Programmes, workshops and educational materials to raise awareness and build capacity on regulatory compliance issues among artists, organizations and cultural professionals.

• Provide timely and accurate guidance, advice, and interpretation of regulations to artists, cultural institutions and stakeholders.

• Develop and disseminate resources, toolkits, and compliance checklists to assist artists and organizations in understanding and meeting regulatory obligations.

• Forge partnerships with educational institutions, professionals and industry experts to leverage expertise, share resources, and promote a Arts of legal literacy and compliance within the arts community.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

• Propose appropriate enforcement actions, including warnings, fines, sanctions, or legal proceedings against individuals or organizations found to be in violation of regulatory standards.

• Advocate for the interests of the arts community in regulatory and legislative processes.

• Collaborate with international organizations, cultural agencies, and peer institutions to share best practices and information exchange on Intellectual Property Law.

• Prepare the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports of activities and share them with the supervisor.

• Carry out any other assignment as requested by superiors.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Law, Business Law, Property Law, Intellectual Property Law, Creative Arts with 1 Years of relevant experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Law, Intellectual Property Law, Business law, Property Law, Arts and Creative Industry with 3 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Knowledge of intellectual property protection laws and procedures

• Excellent knowledge of public and administrative laws, corporate laws, contract drafting and intellectual property regulatio

• High level of integrity and professional ethics;

• Demonstrated ability to work well in an inter-cultural environment;

• Strong knowledge of the intellectual property regulatory framework as well as the national innovative policies and priorities

• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

• Knowledge in the application of results-based management

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9. Job Title: Youth Center Coordination Specialist

Job responsibilities

Youth Center Coordination Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing various activities and programs aiming at promoting youth centers:

Responsibilities:

1. Program Development: Design and develop a range of socio-economic policies, educational, recreational, and cultural programs tailored to the needs and interests of the youth community.

2. Coordination: Coordinate with staff members, volunteers, and partners to ensure smooth operations and effective delivery of programs and services.

3. Resource Management: Manage equipment, and other resources effectively to support program delivery

4. Youth Engagement: Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages youth participation, leadership development, and community engagement.

5. Evaluation and Reporting: Monitor program effectiveness, collect feedback from participants, and prepare reports to assess outcomes and inform future planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, Sociology, Project Management, Development Studies, Management, Rural Development, Social Work, Political Sciences, International Development with 3 Years of relevant experience

• Master's in Rural Development, Economics, Project Management, Management, Public Administration, Administrative Sciences, Development Studies, Political Sciences, Sociology, Governance and Leadership, Social Work, International Development with 1 Years of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in 

Required competencies and key technical skills

• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, systems and tools

• Talent detection and management skills

• High level of integrity, ethics and confidentiality

• Demonstrated entrepreneurial drive and passion;

• Experience in developing Career Guidance modules.

• Knowledge of project design, management and evaluation

• Creativity and innovation skills

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