INTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITY

PROJECT FACILITATOR (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 Facilitator (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 facilitate the implementation of KOIKA UPG 2nd phase project activities in Umwezi and Ubumwe Area Programs, ensuring that project operations are effective and sustainable in keeping with the standards of agreed WVI ministry policies.

The major responsibilities include: 

Planning and Financial Management:  

Facilitate community engagements to develop project plans (DIPs and budgets) aligned to Technical Programs & and National Office Strategy.

• Community engagements done and priority needs identified and form the basis of the plans.
• Plans have clear and realistic indicators, targets and budgets.

Project Execution

Facilitate effective implementation of the KOICA UPG 2^nd Phase project and integration between Area Programs (APs) and the district.

• Project implemented according to plans (Activities, Targets and cash flow/budget) with variance not exceeding 10%.
• Capacity building of KOICA UPG project done in conjunction with the Project Coordinator.
• Project Models implemented as Planned.
• Project and programs’ interventions integrated to the extent possible.
• Internal and external reports done within agreed deadlines using WVR and donor formats with Project Coordinator.
• Baseline, evaluation and effective monitoring done for KOICA UPG 2^nd Phase project success and impact.

Partnering & Reporting

Facilitate and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders, including local government, community leaders, community-based organizations and other WVR sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination.

• Potential partners are identified in collaboration with WV leadership
• Working relationship with stakeholders is healthy
• District and other partners reports done on time through the Cluster.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience

• Should have at least 2 years experiences working in agriculture, livestock and saving groups (S4T); Program start-up experience an advantage.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, livelihood sciences, management, rural development, Social sciences or related field; Livelihood background in Development Facilitation

Preferred Knowledgevand Qualifications

• Must demonstrate experience in capacity building, project design and budget management
• Strong understanding of KOICA project programmatic direction Experience in working with and coordinating with the community and other stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
• Analytical and written skills, and proper computer skills
• Fluency in English
• Ability to multi-task, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise,     flexibility, adaptability to transitions
• Must be willing to spend long hours in the field
• Motorcycle riding skill is an asset. 

Travel and/orvWork EnvironmentvRequirement

Domestic Travel:  

• 100% 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-Facilitator-1_JR39328

If this is your first time applying online via the World Vision International careers website, you will need to register an account along with your application details. This site will provide you with additional functionality, such as saved searches and email alerts. Registration requires minimal information to create your account. Further details will be collected during the application process.

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.