Job profile: Project Manager - Agricultural Projects

Location: Headquarters, AEE Rwanda

Position Overview:

AEE Rwanda (African Evangelistic Enterprise) is a prominent non-governmental organization working to holistically develop and transform communities through initiatives in education, health child rights and child protection, WASH and agriculture. AEE Rwanda focuses on empowering individuals and communities and seeks to promote sustainable practices that improve food security and livelihoods across the country. We are currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Project Manager to lead our agricultural project to improve sustainable agricultural practices in different districts of Rwanda. The Project Manager will play a critical role in implementing strategies that align with our mission and contribute to the empowerment of local communities, especially youth, in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and monitor project plans that align with AEE Rwanda's strategic objectives.
• Work with local stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation and community involvement.
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation concepts to assess project impact and effectiveness.
• Conduct field visits to collect data, assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead a diverse project team and provide guidance, support and capacity building opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and best practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, local farmers and community organizations.
• Organizing trainings, workshops and community meetings to promote project objectives and knowledge sharing.
• Preparing and presenting regular reports on project status, challenges and successes to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of project activities and results for accountability and learning.
• Overseeing the project budget and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines and effective utilization of resources.
• Identify potential funding sources and assist in developing proposals to raise additional funds.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, particularly in agriculture or rural development.
• Strong understanding of agricultural practices and community development issues in Rwanda.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and French
• A Born-again Christian who is compassionate and cares, with ability to foster teamwork.

Skills and competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Results-oriented with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Working Conditions:

• Based at AEE Rwanda headquarters with frequent travel to project sites in different districts.
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to meet the demands of the project.

Please include the statement below in your motivation letter:

“By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that AEE-Rwanda requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.”

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their cover letter, qualifications, Church reccomandation and well detailed CV no later than October 28th 2024 through this email: aeerecruitment@aeerwanda.ngo .

N.B. Only selected candidates will be contacted for tests.

Done at Kigali,

October 21^st, 2024

Joy Mutesi

AEE-Rwanda/ HR Department