CLOSE 7.8.2015
M&E
Specialist Rwanda at Counterpart International
Specialist Rwanda at Counterpart International
Closing
date: 07 Aug 2015
date: 07 Aug 2015
Counterpart
International is a global development
International is a global development
organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions. For more information and to apply online visit: www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Open
to Local Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
Counterpart International is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for
an anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes in Rwanda. Local Rwandan professionals are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
increase civil society engagement and consultation in decision-making and
improve the overall environment for political participation and transparent
elections.
The M&E Specialist will report to the Chief of Party and will be
responsible for developing, revising, implementing, and overseeing the
program’s performance management and reporting system, including preparing and
updating the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP), ensuring the accuracy and
effectiveness of calculation methodologies used in the PMP, establishing data
collection and management systems, coordinating with organizations, ensuring
data integrity, verifying data, preparing and submitting all required
performance reports to USAID in a timely manner. S/he will also be responsible
for providing technical assistance to CSO partners, grantees and beneficiaries.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Local Rwandans are
urged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through close collaboration with the Counterpart Headquarters (HQ) Team, the
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will:
• Schedule, support and manage internal assessments and evaluations with the
purpose of assessing program impact.
• Assist external evaluators to implement independent program evaluations.
• Assist with the design and finalization of the program’s PMP.
• Provide regular performance information as part of the program’s PMP.
• Ensure the collection of quality data feeding into the PMP through sound data
collection methodologies and data tabulation/analysis, and by conducting
periodic data quality assessments.
• Manage the program’s inputs into Counterpart’s M&E database and
Management Information System.
• Work closely with the COP and HQ staff to review program performance and propose
adjustments.
• Ensure that staff at all levels of program implementation are trained and
prepared to fulfill their reporting roles.
• Coordinate activities between the field office and Counterpart HQ.
• Be responsible for conducting technical assistance and coordinating M&E
related workshops for CSO partners and participants as required.
• Guide and ensure the highest quality of program monitoring, evaluation,
reporting and communications.Requirements
to Local Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
Counterpart International is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for
an anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes in Rwanda. Local Rwandan professionals are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
increase civil society engagement and consultation in decision-making and
improve the overall environment for political participation and transparent
elections.
The M&E Specialist will report to the Chief of Party and will be
responsible for developing, revising, implementing, and overseeing the
program’s performance management and reporting system, including preparing and
updating the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP), ensuring the accuracy and
effectiveness of calculation methodologies used in the PMP, establishing data
collection and management systems, coordinating with organizations, ensuring
data integrity, verifying data, preparing and submitting all required
performance reports to USAID in a timely manner. S/he will also be responsible
for providing technical assistance to CSO partners, grantees and beneficiaries.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Local Rwandans are
urged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through close collaboration with the Counterpart Headquarters (HQ) Team, the
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will:
• Schedule, support and manage internal assessments and evaluations with the
purpose of assessing program impact.
• Assist external evaluators to implement independent program evaluations.
• Assist with the design and finalization of the program’s PMP.
• Provide regular performance information as part of the program’s PMP.
• Ensure the collection of quality data feeding into the PMP through sound data
collection methodologies and data tabulation/analysis, and by conducting
periodic data quality assessments.
• Manage the program’s inputs into Counterpart’s M&E database and
Management Information System.
• Work closely with the COP and HQ staff to review program performance and propose
adjustments.
• Ensure that staff at all levels of program implementation are trained and
prepared to fulfill their reporting roles.
• Coordinate activities between the field office and Counterpart HQ.
• Be responsible for conducting technical assistance and coordinating M&E
related workshops for CSO partners and participants as required.
• Guide and ensure the highest quality of program monitoring, evaluation,
reporting and communications.Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
•
University degree in M&E, public policy, economics, international
cooperation /development, or a related field required, advanced degree
preferred.
• At least six years of experience managing M&E for large-scale
international development operations, including experience designing and
implementing M&E results frameworks; developing PMPs, work plans and
indicators; and monitoring on-going programs for USAID or other large donor
organizations.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Commitment to gender integration; practical implementation experience a plus.
• Familiarity with evaluation methods and standards under the USAID evaluation
policy.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communications skills to meet the
diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively
coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
University degree in M&E, public policy, economics, international
cooperation /development, or a related field required, advanced degree
preferred.
• At least six years of experience managing M&E for large-scale
international development operations, including experience designing and
implementing M&E results frameworks; developing PMPs, work plans and
indicators; and monitoring on-going programs for USAID or other large donor
organizations.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Commitment to gender integration; practical implementation experience a plus.
• Familiarity with evaluation methods and standards under the USAID evaluation
policy.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communications skills to meet the
diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively
coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO
APPLY: Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
APPLY: Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
2.Social Inclusion Specialist Rwanda at Counterpart
International
International
Closing
date: 07 Aug 2015
date: 07 Aug 2015
Counterpart
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions. For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Open to Local Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
Counterpart International is seeking a Social Inclusion Specialist for an
anticipated USAID program that will enhance civic participation in public
policy making and political processes in Rwanda. Local Rwandan professionals
are urged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
increase civil society engagement and consultation in decision-making and
improve the environment for political participation and transparent elections.
With the Chief of Party (COP) and Counterpart team, the Social Inclusion
Specialist will ensure that gender and social inclusion is effectively
integrated into program activities, methodologies and approaches in a
culturally sensitive and results-oriented manner. The Social Inclusion
Specialist will also work with local partners to integrate gender and social
inclusion in their program design and activities as well as their
organizational structure and program management.
Social Inclusion is understood to mean: addressing the processes in which
individuals or entire communities of people are systematically blocked from
accessing or exercising rights, opportunities and resources (e.g., housing,
employment, healthcare, civic engagement, democratic participation and due
process) that are normally available to members of society and which are key to
social integration. Alienation or disenfranchisement is often connected to a person’s
social class, ethnicity, religion, educational, and gender status. Marginalized
populations can consist of any non-dominant population to include girls/women
and boys/men, but normally these tend to include the following: females; people
with disabilities; youth; ethnic and religious minorities; and the gay,
lesbian, bi-sexual, and trans-gender (LGBT) community.
The Social Inclusion Specialist has competent, extensive past experience
working on projects with a significant focus on gender integration and social
inclusion, to include carrying out gender/social inclusion analyses and the
development of action plans to integrate marginalized populations across a
program’s components. Additionally, the Social Inclusion Specialist will be
involved in the monitoring and evaluation process of gender and inclusion
related activities, including developing and ensuring good indicator reporting
and writing official reports.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; local Rwandan
professionals are encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through close collaboration with the Counterpart Headquarters Team, the
Social Inclusion Specialist will:
• Conduct a gender/social inclusion analysis as part of the project assessment
team to identify relevant roles, gaps, opportunities, and power differences
among marginalized and mainstream populations, analyze why such disparities and
differences exist, and assess their potential impact on achieving program
objectives.
• Develop and support the implementation of a gender/social inclusion strategy
and action plan integrating findings from the gender/social inclusion analysis
into the program design.
• Design program activities that are sensitive to gender roles, including
sensitizing male and female stakeholders to the benefits of reducing gender
equality and engaging male support for female participation and leadership.
• Work with international and local partners, including sub-grantees, to ensure
integration of marginalized populations into their program design and
activities, as well as within their organizational structure and program
management.
• Work with program’s technical specialists to ensure that marginalized
populations are properly integrated into all events, capacity building
activities, and technical assistance to partners and assistance recipients.
• Increase the capacity of civil society organizations to advocate for the
rights of marginalized populations, as well as integrate attention to
gender/social inclusion in advocacy efforts on other issues.
• Contribute to the development of annual work plans, performance monitoring
systems and tools, and writing of progress, quarterly and final program
reports.
• Coordinate with and support the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team in
establishing and implementing gender-sensitive monitoring, evaluation, and
reporting systems, including working with the M&E team to ensure data is
sex dis-aggregated and analyzed regularly.
• Use performance indicators and evaluations to capture effectiveness of marginalized
population integration strategies.
• Orient and train project staff on gender integration/social inclusion
sensitivity and approaches.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, sociology, international development or
related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience working
on gender and/or social inclusion issues within community and civil society
development programs, preferably with USAID or USG programs.
• Excellent knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues in Rwanda including
social, political, and cultural gender norms and challenges.
• Excellent knowledge of the status of marginalized populations within Rwanda
and their engagement in social, political, and cultural realms.
• Experience designing, leading and conducting gender/social inclusion
analyses, as well as integrating and implementing findings into program design.
• Experience engaging local stakeholders, including CSOs, members of
Parliament, and other local and national government leaders in social inclusion
initiatives.
• Experience building capacity of local stakeholders on social inclusion
issues.
• Experience integrating social inclusion in community participatory engagement
or advocacy preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.” RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, sociology, international development or
related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience working
on gender and/or social inclusion issues within community and civil society
development programs, preferably with USAID or USG programs.
• Excellent knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues in Rwanda including
social, political, and cultural gender norms and challenges.
• Excellent knowledge of the status of marginalized populations within Rwanda
and their engagement in social, political, and cultural realms.
• Experience designing, leading and conducting gender/social inclusion
analyses, as well as integrating and implementing findings into program design.
• Experience engaging local stakeholders, including CSOs, members of Parliament,
and other local and national government leaders in social inclusion
initiatives.
• Experience building capacity of local stakeholders on social inclusion
issues.
• Experience integrating social inclusion in community participatory engagement
or advocacy preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions. For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Open to Local Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
Counterpart International is seeking a Social Inclusion Specialist for an
anticipated USAID program that will enhance civic participation in public
policy making and political processes in Rwanda. Local Rwandan professionals
are urged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
increase civil society engagement and consultation in decision-making and
improve the environment for political participation and transparent elections.
With the Chief of Party (COP) and Counterpart team, the Social Inclusion
Specialist will ensure that gender and social inclusion is effectively
integrated into program activities, methodologies and approaches in a
culturally sensitive and results-oriented manner. The Social Inclusion
Specialist will also work with local partners to integrate gender and social
inclusion in their program design and activities as well as their
organizational structure and program management.
Social Inclusion is understood to mean: addressing the processes in which
individuals or entire communities of people are systematically blocked from
accessing or exercising rights, opportunities and resources (e.g., housing,
employment, healthcare, civic engagement, democratic participation and due
process) that are normally available to members of society and which are key to
social integration. Alienation or disenfranchisement is often connected to a person’s
social class, ethnicity, religion, educational, and gender status. Marginalized
populations can consist of any non-dominant population to include girls/women
and boys/men, but normally these tend to include the following: females; people
with disabilities; youth; ethnic and religious minorities; and the gay,
lesbian, bi-sexual, and trans-gender (LGBT) community.
The Social Inclusion Specialist has competent, extensive past experience
working on projects with a significant focus on gender integration and social
inclusion, to include carrying out gender/social inclusion analyses and the
development of action plans to integrate marginalized populations across a
program’s components. Additionally, the Social Inclusion Specialist will be
involved in the monitoring and evaluation process of gender and inclusion
related activities, including developing and ensuring good indicator reporting
and writing official reports.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; local Rwandan
professionals are encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through close collaboration with the Counterpart Headquarters Team, the
Social Inclusion Specialist will:
• Conduct a gender/social inclusion analysis as part of the project assessment
team to identify relevant roles, gaps, opportunities, and power differences
among marginalized and mainstream populations, analyze why such disparities and
differences exist, and assess their potential impact on achieving program
objectives.
• Develop and support the implementation of a gender/social inclusion strategy
and action plan integrating findings from the gender/social inclusion analysis
into the program design.
• Design program activities that are sensitive to gender roles, including
sensitizing male and female stakeholders to the benefits of reducing gender
equality and engaging male support for female participation and leadership.
• Work with international and local partners, including sub-grantees, to ensure
integration of marginalized populations into their program design and
activities, as well as within their organizational structure and program
management.
• Work with program’s technical specialists to ensure that marginalized
populations are properly integrated into all events, capacity building
activities, and technical assistance to partners and assistance recipients.
• Increase the capacity of civil society organizations to advocate for the
rights of marginalized populations, as well as integrate attention to
gender/social inclusion in advocacy efforts on other issues.
• Contribute to the development of annual work plans, performance monitoring
systems and tools, and writing of progress, quarterly and final program
reports.
• Coordinate with and support the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team in
establishing and implementing gender-sensitive monitoring, evaluation, and
reporting systems, including working with the M&E team to ensure data is
sex dis-aggregated and analyzed regularly.
• Use performance indicators and evaluations to capture effectiveness of marginalized
population integration strategies.
• Orient and train project staff on gender integration/social inclusion
sensitivity and approaches.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, sociology, international development or
related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience working
on gender and/or social inclusion issues within community and civil society
development programs, preferably with USAID or USG programs.
• Excellent knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues in Rwanda including
social, political, and cultural gender norms and challenges.
• Excellent knowledge of the status of marginalized populations within Rwanda
and their engagement in social, political, and cultural realms.
• Experience designing, leading and conducting gender/social inclusion
analyses, as well as integrating and implementing findings into program design.
• Experience engaging local stakeholders, including CSOs, members of
Parliament, and other local and national government leaders in social inclusion
initiatives.
• Experience building capacity of local stakeholders on social inclusion
issues.
• Experience integrating social inclusion in community participatory engagement
or advocacy preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.” RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, sociology, international development or
related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience working
on gender and/or social inclusion issues within community and civil society
development programs, preferably with USAID or USG programs.
• Excellent knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues in Rwanda including
social, political, and cultural gender norms and challenges.
• Excellent knowledge of the status of marginalized populations within Rwanda
and their engagement in social, political, and cultural realms.
• Experience designing, leading and conducting gender/social inclusion
analyses, as well as integrating and implementing findings into program design.
• Experience engaging local stakeholders, including CSOs, members of Parliament,
and other local and national government leaders in social inclusion
initiatives.
• Experience building capacity of local stakeholders on social inclusion
issues.
• Experience integrating social inclusion in community participatory engagement
or advocacy preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and organizational skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as work effectively with
civil society organizations, donors, project staff, and other beneficiaries.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
How
to apply:
to apply:
.Finance Manager at Counterpart Interantional
Closing
date: 07 Aug 2015
date: 07 Aug 2015
Counterpart
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions. For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Local Rwandan Professionals Only
Counterpart International is seeking a Senior Financial Manager for an
anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes. Local Rwandan Professionals are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
achieve this by increasing civil society engagement and consultation in
decision-making and improve the environment for political participation and
transparent elections.
With the support, and under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the
Finance and Administration Manager will be responsible for all aspects of
financial project management as well as coordination of all financial
activities. The manager will have experience in the areas of: financial
management, accounting, negotiations, auditing, as well as USAID rules and
regulations governing financial and administrative management and program
oversight.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Establish financial management systems, procedures and controls in compliance
with Counterpart and USAID policies.
• Implement and review financial and personnel procedures on a regular basis to
ensure compliance, transparency, and effective utilization of resources.
• Manage program budget and oversee all financial disbursements and procurement
to ensure compliance with US government regulations and Counterpart policies.
• Monitor program burn rate and support the development of pipelines, burn
trackers, accruals, and spending projections.
• Ensure timely submission of all financial reports, records, files, and cash
requests to Counterpart headquarters.
• Supervise day-to-day operations of the finance team, including mentoring and
building their capacity in financial policies and procedures, budgets, and
other areas.
• Provide training and technical assistance in financial management to local
sub-grantees.
• Oversee development of key HR policies and personnel manual, to ensure
adherence to local labor laws.
• Manage payroll, including calculation and payment of employee salaries and
taxes and other tax reporting.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A university degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or
related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with international NGOs.
• Strong work experience in financial management with experience and knowledge
of international donor programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with sub-grants management a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and QuickBooks accounting software.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and oral and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills, and ability to work well in a
team environment.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions. For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Local Rwandan Professionals Only
Counterpart International is seeking a Senior Financial Manager for an
anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes. Local Rwandan Professionals are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
achieve this by increasing civil society engagement and consultation in
decision-making and improve the environment for political participation and
transparent elections.
With the support, and under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the
Finance and Administration Manager will be responsible for all aspects of
financial project management as well as coordination of all financial
activities. The manager will have experience in the areas of: financial
management, accounting, negotiations, auditing, as well as USAID rules and
regulations governing financial and administrative management and program
oversight.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Establish financial management systems, procedures and controls in compliance
with Counterpart and USAID policies.
• Implement and review financial and personnel procedures on a regular basis to
ensure compliance, transparency, and effective utilization of resources.
• Manage program budget and oversee all financial disbursements and procurement
to ensure compliance with US government regulations and Counterpart policies.
• Monitor program burn rate and support the development of pipelines, burn
trackers, accruals, and spending projections.
• Ensure timely submission of all financial reports, records, files, and cash
requests to Counterpart headquarters.
• Supervise day-to-day operations of the finance team, including mentoring and
building their capacity in financial policies and procedures, budgets, and
other areas.
• Provide training and technical assistance in financial management to local
sub-grantees.
• Oversee development of key HR policies and personnel manual, to ensure
adherence to local labor laws.
• Manage payroll, including calculation and payment of employee salaries and
taxes and other tax reporting.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A university degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or
related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with international NGOs.
• Strong work experience in financial management with experience and knowledge
of international donor programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with sub-grants management a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and QuickBooks accounting software.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and oral and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills, and ability to work well in a
team environment.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
How
to apply:
to apply:
.Grants Manager at Counterpart International, Rwanda
Closing
date: 07 Aug 2015
date: 07 Aug 2015
Counterpart
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions.
For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Open to Local Rwandan Professionals Only.
Counterpart International is seeking a Grants and Compliance Manager for an
anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes. Local Rwandan Professionals are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
achieve this goal by increasing civil society engagement in decision-making and
improve the overall environment for political participation and transparent
elections.
This position will provide overall grant management for Counterpart’s local
partners. With the support and guidance from the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief
of Party, and the Counterpart Headquarters staff, the Grants and Compliance
Manager will be responsible for the management and oversight of all program
grants, as well as provide guidance to grantees as needed. The Grants and
Compliance Manager will ensure effective management and monitoring of the
grants program, with a focus on compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead and mentor the grants team, and supervise their day-to-day operations;
ensure effective coordination with other program and finance staff.
• Oversee grant-making process from start to finish, including design and
issuance of RFAs, review of proposals, and financial and narrative reporting.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date grants manual for the program,
• Institutionalize Counterpart’s grants management best practices within the
program.
• Ensure that the sub-grants to local CSOs and any other sub-grantees are
implemented as per program objectives, design and USAID sub-grants regulations.
• Shortlist and evaluate grant applications including letters of interest,
budgets and full proposals.
• Negotiate with potential grantees and finalize agreements.
• Provide technical assistance to grantees on USAID regulations, financial
management and reporting.
• Monitor grantee performance per sub-grant agreement requirements.
• Ensure accurate grant close-out procedures.
• Supervise the grant team’s review of financial and program reports for
submission to the COP, as well as documentation to ensure that grantees meet
both Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A university degree in international development, social science, finance,
business administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with international NGOs in
grants management.
• Strong experience in administering small grants in an international
development program, including experience in grants design, negotiation, and
administration of civil society related grants.
• Experience with grants administration, contracting, and procurement
regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and oral and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, strong interpersonal skills, able
to work effectively with civil society organizations, USAID, project staff, and
other beneficiaries.
• Commitment to gender integration, experience with gender integration a plus.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
International is a global development organization that empowers people and
communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic,
and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging
partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to
economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective
governance and institutions.
For more information and to apply online visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY:
Open to Local Rwandan Professionals Only.
Counterpart International is seeking a Grants and Compliance Manager for an
anticipated USAID program to enhance civic participation in public policy
making and political processes. Local Rwandan Professionals are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will aim to
achieve this goal by increasing civil society engagement in decision-making and
improve the overall environment for political participation and transparent
elections.
This position will provide overall grant management for Counterpart’s local
partners. With the support and guidance from the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief
of Party, and the Counterpart Headquarters staff, the Grants and Compliance
Manager will be responsible for the management and oversight of all program
grants, as well as provide guidance to grantees as needed. The Grants and
Compliance Manager will ensure effective management and monitoring of the
grants program, with a focus on compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead and mentor the grants team, and supervise their day-to-day operations;
ensure effective coordination with other program and finance staff.
• Oversee grant-making process from start to finish, including design and
issuance of RFAs, review of proposals, and financial and narrative reporting.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date grants manual for the program,
• Institutionalize Counterpart’s grants management best practices within the
program.
• Ensure that the sub-grants to local CSOs and any other sub-grantees are
implemented as per program objectives, design and USAID sub-grants regulations.
• Shortlist and evaluate grant applications including letters of interest,
budgets and full proposals.
• Negotiate with potential grantees and finalize agreements.
• Provide technical assistance to grantees on USAID regulations, financial
management and reporting.
• Monitor grantee performance per sub-grant agreement requirements.
• Ensure accurate grant close-out procedures.
• Supervise the grant team’s review of financial and program reports for
submission to the COP, as well as documentation to ensure that grantees meet
both Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A university degree in international development, social science, finance,
business administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with international NGOs in
grants management.
• Strong experience in administering small grants in an international
development program, including experience in grants design, negotiation, and
administration of civil society related grants.
• Experience with grants administration, contracting, and procurement
regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prior experience in Rwanda, or East Africa, is required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and oral and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, strong interpersonal skills, able
to work effectively with civil society organizations, USAID, project staff, and
other beneficiaries.
• Commitment to gender integration, experience with gender integration a plus.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
How
to apply:
to apply:
.Deputy Chief of Party Rwanda Counterpart International
Closing
date: 07 Aug 2015
date: 07 Aug 2015
SUMMARY:
Local
Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
Rwandan Professionals ONLY.
is
seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an anticipated USAID program that
will enhance civic participation in public policy making and political
processes. Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will
aim to achieve this goal by increasing civil society engagement and
consultation in decision-making and improve the overall environment for
political participation and transparent elections.
The DCOP will support the Chief of Party in overall project management
responsibilities, including government relations, media strengthening, and
civic participation. S/he will be expected to interact regularly with project
and Mission staff, as well as with CSO partners and other local stakeholders.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support the Chief of Party in the overall management of the program.
• Provide technical support in the areas of civic participation, civil society
strengthening, and media development.
• Lead efforts to enhance civil society provision of civic education to inform
and empower citizens and strengthen civil society’s engagement in public
dialogue, policy advocacy and oversight.
• Support the development of program strategies, planning, and implementation
of program activities while ensuring cohesion among the program components,
with attention to gender integration and social inclusion.
• Guide and ensure the highest quality of project monitoring, evaluation,
reporting and communications.
• Ensure compliance with Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations, particularly
with respect to financial and grant management.
• Provide mentoring and professional development support to project staff, with
emphasis on building capacity of national staff.
• Represent Counterpart to USAID, local and national governmental authorities,
local CSOs, community organizations, and other donor organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A Master’s degree political science, public policy, communications,
international development, and/or other related field is preferred.
• At least seven years’ experience implementing programming in the areas of
organizational capacity development, civil society, media, and civic
participation in East Africa.
• Minimum three years’ management experience, including leadership and
management skills within a multicultural team.
• Previous experience working on civic participation and institution building
within a post-conflict environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender integration and social inclusion,
especially working with women, youth, persons with disabilities, and LGBT
community, in African context.
• Experience administering sub-grants under a U.S. Government-funded program
preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral, and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of civil society, media, politics, and social contexts
in Rwanda required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
• Click on “current openings”
• Select the position
• Click on “Apply”
• Please include CV and a cover letter stating your availability and salary
expectation.
seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an anticipated USAID program that
will enhance civic participation in public policy making and political
processes. Working with civil society and media organizations, the program will
aim to achieve this goal by increasing civil society engagement and
consultation in decision-making and improve the overall environment for
political participation and transparent elections.
The DCOP will support the Chief of Party in overall project management
responsibilities, including government relations, media strengthening, and
civic participation. S/he will be expected to interact regularly with project
and Mission staff, as well as with CSO partners and other local stakeholders.
The anticipated position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda; Rwandan nationals are
encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support the Chief of Party in the overall management of the program.
• Provide technical support in the areas of civic participation, civil society
strengthening, and media development.
• Lead efforts to enhance civil society provision of civic education to inform
and empower citizens and strengthen civil society’s engagement in public
dialogue, policy advocacy and oversight.
• Support the development of program strategies, planning, and implementation
of program activities while ensuring cohesion among the program components,
with attention to gender integration and social inclusion.
• Guide and ensure the highest quality of project monitoring, evaluation,
reporting and communications.
• Ensure compliance with Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations, particularly
with respect to financial and grant management.
• Provide mentoring and professional development support to project staff, with
emphasis on building capacity of national staff.
• Represent Counterpart to USAID, local and national governmental authorities,
local CSOs, community organizations, and other donor organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A Master’s degree political science, public policy, communications,
international development, and/or other related field is preferred.
• At least seven years’ experience implementing programming in the areas of
organizational capacity development, civil society, media, and civic
participation in East Africa.
• Minimum three years’ management experience, including leadership and
management skills within a multicultural team.
• Previous experience working on civic participation and institution building
within a post-conflict environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender integration and social inclusion,
especially working with women, youth, persons with disabilities, and LGBT
community, in African context.
• Experience administering sub-grants under a U.S. Government-funded program
preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral, and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of civil society, media, politics, and social contexts
in Rwanda required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
• Click on “current openings”
• Select the position
• Click on “Apply”
• Please include CV and a cover letter stating your availability and salary
expectation.
“Counterpart
International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all, without regard to
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, veteran’s status,
age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any other protected
personal characteristic.” RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A Master’s degree political science, public policy, communications,
international development, and/or other related field is preferred.
• At least seven years’ experience implementing programming in the areas of
organizational capacity development, civil society, media, and civic
participation in East Africa.
• Minimum three years’ management experience, including leadership and
management skills within a multicultural team.
• Previous experience working on civic participation and institution building
within a post-conflict environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender integration and social inclusion,
especially working with women, youth, persons with disabilities, and LGBT
community, in African context.
• Experience administering sub-grants under a U.S. Government-funded program
preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral, and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of civil society, media, politics, and social contexts
in Rwanda required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all, without regard to
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, veteran’s status,
age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any other protected
personal characteristic.” RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
• A Master’s degree political science, public policy, communications,
international development, and/or other related field is preferred.
• At least seven years’ experience implementing programming in the areas of
organizational capacity development, civil society, media, and civic
participation in East Africa.
• Minimum three years’ management experience, including leadership and
management skills within a multicultural team.
• Previous experience working on civic participation and institution building
within a post-conflict environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender integration and social inclusion,
especially working with women, youth, persons with disabilities, and LGBT
community, in African context.
• Experience administering sub-grants under a U.S. Government-funded program
preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral, and written communications
skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of civil society, media, politics, and social contexts
in Rwanda required.
• English and French fluency are required; professional proficiency in
Kinyarwanda strongly preferred.
TO APPLY:
Individuals interested in working with Counterpart International on this
project should visit: http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us/jobs-at-counterpart
“Counterpart International strongly believes in equal opportunity for all,
without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex,
veteran’s status, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability or any
other protected personal characteristic.”
How
to apply:
to apply: