Rwanda Scouts Association Communication and Resource Mobilization Officer Job Vacancy in Rwanda

Introduction

Rwanda
Scouts Association is a youth-oriented organization aimed at educating young
people to become more responsible and strengthening their abilities through the
scout method. It is affiliated to the World Organization of the Scout Movement
and the National Youth Council (Rwanda). RSA has started its activities since
1945 and has been officially recognized in 1968.

RSA is seeking a high qualified
and dynamic person for the position of “Communication and Resource Mobilization
Officer “ ( CRMO)

Purpose of the
position:
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Commissioner, the CRMO will be
responsible for the overall coordination, planning, development, and management
of a public and private sector fundraising strategy to mobilize resources and
support accountability of transparent contribution management. The CRMO will
also be responsible for the analysis and management of all fundraising channels
and activities, ensuring long-term, flexible and unrestricted resources for
RSA. In addition, the CRMO will assist RSA to enhance its image and visibility
vis-à-vis of its members and partners.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Resource Mobilization:

Develop
effective Resource Mobilization Strategy and Action Plan,
Participate
in fostering a sustainable commitment of the donors, based on sound and
trustworthy relationships,
Develop
proposals and reporting and briefing documents in line with RSA procedures
and donors’ specific requirements,
Facilitate
consultations and meeting with current and potential donors,
Engage
with targeted partners, at regional, national, local and community levels
with a view to increasing their participation in fundraising,
Maintain
and update a database of current and potential donor contacts,
Organize
resource mobilization outreach events, prepare and publicize funding
mobilization materials,
Develop
projects for existing RSA’s assets.

Communication:

Design
effective communication strategy and Action Plan,
Develop
and implement communication tools such as newsletters, posters, leaflets,
film, etc…
Update
RSA website including writing, editing and content management,
Visit
other scouting websites and advise on lessons learnt and best practices,
Ensure
RSA international and national visibility through close media contact
(press releases and conferences, lobbying),
Coordinate
the design, delivery and follow-up of RSA public conferences, global
meetings and special events (donors, partners meetings, etc…),
Contribute
to the preparation of AWF reports such as annual work plans, progress
reports,
Perform
other duties requested by the Chief Commissioner and Deputy Chief
Commissioner

Qualification:

At
least Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Management, Communication,
or relevant field of study,
Essential:
At least three years’ experience in partnerships building, with an
emphasis on donor relations, including resource mobilization strategies,
public relations at national level,
Proven
ability in building partnerships and public relations,
Technical
experience or general familiarity with youth related activities
Demonstrated
ability to communicate effectively with a wide range and level of audience
in French and English
Ability
to work under pressure and manage multiple programs/activities

How to
apply:

Applications
should include a CV and cover letter. In the cover letter the candidate
should briefly describe his or her motivation for the position and
highlight relevant experience.
Please
send CVs to rwandascoutassociationasr@yahoo.com
and cc: fidele.gakuba@yahoo.co.uk, including “Communication and
Resource Mobilization Officer” in the subject line by Saturday,
February 15, 2014 at 16.00 am