INTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITY

Project Coordinator (KOICA–PROJECT)

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection and Education.

World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a qualified, dedicated and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Project Coordinator (KOICA–PROJECT), joining an established and experienced team. This position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. This position will be based in Tunga Cluster -Rustiro District.

Purpose of the position:

The purpose of this position is to coordinate KOICA UPG Project activities by providing technical support to the project team within the KOICA Ultra Poor Graduation Project.  The position will also support in the design, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, planning and partnership processes in a manner that promotes continuous improvement and innovation in line with WV’s standards and guidelines and ensure alignment with Government policies and strategies.

The major responsibilities include:

Planning and Financial Management:  

Ensure accurate project plans (DIPs and budgets) are fully aligned to Technical Programs & and National Office Strategy.

• Plans have clear and realistic indicators, targets and budgets.
• Timely submission of plans required by the Donor and other Partners.

Project Execution

Ensure effective implementation of the project, ensuring coordination between Area Programs (APs), cluster, and the district technical staff.

• Project implemented according to plans (Activities, Targets and cash flow/budget) with variance not exceeding 10%.
• Develop tools that can facilitate effective implementation and produce quality project deliverables.
• Implement planned Project Models as Planned.
• Ensure Quality project reports are submitted on time (Quality Monthly, quarterly, semi/annual and Annual reports).

Resource Mobilization, Partnering & Reporting

Promote external engagement with key Livelihood and Resilience related stakeholders, particularly Technical Working Group, Social Technical Working Group (TWG).

• Contribute to the development and review of concept papers and proposals for funding agencies.
• All Project action plans and reports are approved by districts on time through the Cluster.
• Support the project in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning processes.

People management 

• Support direct reports in the development and their capacity building with the support of the line Manager.
• Staff report on duty on time and spend approved working hours in the project.  
• 100% staff have P4P done on time and with quality.
• 100% staff annual leaves planned for and taken.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience

• Strong background in Project management, social Protection, Livelihood promotion, and Sustainable agriculture and/or innovating community development.
• Experience in designing and leading Social Behaviour Change Communication programs.
• Excellent project management skills and good understanding of the project life cycle.
• Excellent supervision skills, including training, mentoring and supporting staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills.
• At least 2 years working with Development NOGs in Livelihood and Resilience, Health and Nutrition projects and leading teams.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

• Bachelor's degree in  Project Management, Development Studies, Public Health, Science in Environment and Health, Public Health, Economy and agriculture or related fields.  

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Public Health, Science in Environment and Health, Public Health, Economy and agriculture or related fields.  
• Experience in networking with stakeholders.
• Experience in developing sound proposals and concept notes.

Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement

Domestic Travel:  

• 50% Regular internal travel to project areas is required

Physical Requirements

• N/A

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda (spoken and written)

Salary:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply for this position, please go to https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Project-Coordinator_JR39325

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All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.

In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know on wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).

The closing date for submission of applications is 22^nd January 2025; no late applications will be accepted.

As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.