JOB OPPORTUNITY: Programs Officer

Position: Programs Officer (Strictly the University fresh graduate)
Location: LWD Headquarters, Kicukiro, Kigali City.
Reports To: Head of Programs
Job Type: Contractual (renewable based on performance)

About LWD:

Learn Work Develop (LWD) is a nongovernmental organization created on November 5th, 2013 and operating in Rwanda with the legal personality No 153/RGB/NGO/LP/10/2017 of Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) provided on November 6th, 2017.

Learn Work Develop (LWD) is dedicated to empowering youth and women by promoting decent jobs, sustainable employment, and breaking barriers to effective work. If you are passionate about driving impactful programs and promoting transparency and accountability in community development, this is your opportunity to contribute to meaningful change

To support the effective implementation of its programs, LWD is hiring a Programs Officer who will assist in coordinating activities, contributing to basic budgeting tasks, and engaging professionally with donors and other stakeholders under the guidance of senior team members.

As a learning and youth-focused organization, LWD is committed to empowering the next generation through practical workplace experience. We are seeking a fresh graduate for this position to contribute to youth empowerment and capacity building. In line with our commitment to inclusion and safeguarding, young women especially those with disabilitiesare strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:

The Programs Officer will play a key role in supporting the design, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of LWD’s four core programs:

Education Program:

• Support initiatives that improve access to quality education, especially for marginalized youth and girls.
• Organize school outreach, mentorship sessions, and literacy campaigns.

Livelihoods Program:

• Coordinate skills training and entrepreneurship activities for youth and women.
• Assist in developing income-generating initiatives and linking participants to job opportunities.

SRHR (Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights) Program:

• Organize awareness campaigns and peer-led workshops on adolescent health, menstrual hygiene, and rights.
• Engage youth and local leaders to improve access to youth-friendly health services.

Bicycles to Fight Air Pollution:

• Promote cycling as a sustainable mode of transport to reduce urban air pollution.
• Support distribution of bicycles and organize environmental awareness events.

Gender promotion Program

• Support the planning and facilitation of gender awareness workshops aimed at promoting gender equality and challenging harmful social norms and Gender stereotypes
• Engage with local leaders, youth groups, and women's organizations to strengthen partnerships that advance the rights and empowerment of girls and women."

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and implementing program activities.
• Support data collection, documentation, and reporting of project outcomes.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local communities, schools, health centers, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor project indicators and suggest improvements where needed.
• Contribute to proposal writing and reporting to donors and partners.
• Represent LWD in relevant forums, trainings, and community engagements.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, Education, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Any volunteering experience is acceptable
• Knowledge and/or interest in at least one of the program areas (Education, Livelihoods, SRHR, Environment).
• Strong communication, organizational, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with youth, community members, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic report writing skills.
• Willingness to travel within project areas as needed.

Benefits:

• Dynamic and youth-friendly work environment.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development.
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people and the environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV, cover letter and copies of relevant certificates outlining their qualifications and experience to info@lwdrwanda.org .

Application Deadline: Thursday 31^st July, 2025

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Jean Claude MWISENEZA

Executive Director.