Position 1 : Research and Policy Analysis Advisor
Responsibilities
• Design research projects of the organisation
• Analyse existing laws and conducted research data for policy influencing and advocacy
• Take a lead in documenting RISD’s research and publications for policy and advocacy influencing
• Develop and implement a strategy for RISD to be able to link research to the grassroots priority development needs and policy influencing
• Document lessons from RISD and partners’ research
• Take on other duties that may be required in line with her/his duties
Qualification
• A Masters (MA) Degree in Law or MA in Development Studies
Position 2 : Project Specialist (2)
Responsibilities
• To assist in designing the appropriate program and projects of the organisation, guided by the 5-Year Strategy of the organization.
• To develop strategic proposals for RISD projects
• To assist in the strategic implementation of all RISD programs and projects
• To monitor and evaluate all RISD programs and projects
• Design a projects participatory monitoring and evaluation (M&E) tool for RISD and partners
• Take on other duties that may be required in line with her/his duties
Qualification
• MBA with specialisation in project management or MA in Economics Development or MA in Development Studies
Experience required for the two positions
• Be familiar with land related policies and conflict management related to land
• Excellent Technical and Analytical English Writing skills
• A minimum of three years of working experience in the same field
• Strong networking skills both with NGOs and government ministries
• Regional/international experience is an added advantage
• Experience of working with NGOs will be an added advantage
• Strong Team Building and management skills
• Good communication skills
Language
• Working language for all positions is English, but strong command of Kinyarwanda is necessary ; Knowledge of French is an advantage.
Conditions of Employment
• The successful candidates will be based in Kigali with extensive travelling nationally.
• All positions are for a 2 years period renewable
• All positions are part of the senior management team of RISD
• Remuneration package is attractive but negotiable
Please email current CV in reverse chronological format with an application letter for the position ; authentic copy of your qualification papers ; and two referees to kairabaa@risdrwanda.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
Closing Date : January 27th 2012. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, However, women are more encouraged to apply for the jobs.
