JOB
OPPORTUNITY
OPPORTUNITY
Program
Enhancement Officer
Enhancement Officer
World
Vision International (Rwanda) is a child focused Christian humanitarian
organization implementing development programs in 17 Districts of Rwanda.
Vision International (Rwanda) is a child focused Christian humanitarian
organization implementing development programs in 17 Districts of Rwanda.
World
Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced
national for the position of Program Enhancement Officer. The position
will be based in Huye District and reporting to the Regional Manager.
Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced
national for the position of Program Enhancement Officer. The position
will be based in Huye District and reporting to the Regional Manager.
Purpose
of the position:
of the position:
To
effectively lead and coordinate the respective Cluster DME Officer, Grants and
sector leads in order to: 1) promote learning; 2) provide guidelines and
standards for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all
Clusters/grants based program interventions and; 3) ensure compliance with
relevant norms and policies. He/she will work closely with Regional Manager and
TP Managers at the NO level.
effectively lead and coordinate the respective Cluster DME Officer, Grants and
sector leads in order to: 1) promote learning; 2) provide guidelines and
standards for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all
Clusters/grants based program interventions and; 3) ensure compliance with
relevant norms and policies. He/she will work closely with Regional Manager and
TP Managers at the NO level.
In
order to successfully do so, Program Enhancement Officer must be able to
effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a
quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.
order to successfully do so, Program Enhancement Officer must be able to
effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a
quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.
The
major responsibilities include: Building Capacity
major responsibilities include: Building Capacity
- Lead
capacity building initiatives for Cluster staff which generate learning
for higher quality programming, and which lead to measurable and sustainable
development. - Facilitate
implementation of key community capacity building promising practices and
best practices to contribute to other sectoral efforts aimed at
transformational development at Cluster level. - Provide
guidance in planning and budgeting for Sponsorship processes - Provide
training and coaching for quality assurance in Sponsorship processes - Provide
technical support in analysis and interpretation - Provide
quality check in utilization of Single STEP generated information
Strategic
Leadership and Management
Leadership and Management
- Coordinate
and support the implementation of Cluster level community capacity
building initiatives that ensure local participation and project
ownership; - Promote
an enhanced culture of learning and discipline in the skills and practice
of LEAP/DME throughout WVR’s strategic objectives in the clusters; - Provide
support to Cluster / grants managers to establish, coordinate and/or
consolidate the necessary systems, procedures and support services
required to achieve or surpass performance targets in relation to the
program ministry standards; - Ensure
the implementation and use of quality program monitoring framework (tools
and processes) and reporting, formats and proposal review systems for the
Cluster - Ensure
the appropriate use of information management systems for all Cluster and
grants projects in order to enhance and inform design, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation activities; - Facilitate
integrated designs and redesigns and thereafter follow up on their
approval and or agreements - Lead
efforts towards assessment and establishment of new projects and
programmes in the Regional - Contribute
the mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues in all WVR programs, in
particular the integration of child protection, disability and gender.
Ensure focus on Child Well-being outcomes.
Resource
Acquisition and Management
Acquisition and Management
- Ensure
that all projects and grant projects are designed, monitored and evaluated
as per the standards and procedures of World Vision Rwanda and the
respective donor(s); - Ensure
that business processes, standards and policies –developed in coordination
with other WVR entities–are effectively implemented by the staffs within
the Region and cluster; - Ensure
that staff monitor the timely and effective implementation of response
plans to all financial and operational audit findings and take the needed
measures to prevent such findings from recurring in the future and; - Contribute
in the process of identification, assessment and design of new projects,
including participation in developing grant proposals, log frames,
monitoring and evaluation plans and budgets in line with the LEAP
framework.
Accountability
and Quality Assurance
and Quality Assurance
- Lead
the successful roll out and implementation of all DME related initiatives
such as LEAP, Single STEP, /, Horizon 3 and O4 at the Cluster - Ensure
that Program Enhancement related activities regarding measurements,
design, redesign, monitoring, evaluations and other DME interventions are
successfully implemented and that relevant learning is documented,
disseminated to staff and used to inform future DME guidelines and
decisions; - Establish
a comprehensive and an updated data base for all projects and programmes
in the Region - Coordinate
the preparation, review and posting of all program/project reports in the
clusters
Networking,
Engagement and Collaboration
Engagement and Collaboration
- Maintain
links with other organizations for collaboration, networking, resource
sharing, materials development, and learning activities. - Participate
in NO level coalitions on specific advocacy issues.
Qualifications:
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The
following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education,
prior experience or on-the-job training:
following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education,
prior experience or on-the-job training:
- The
holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant
field from a recognized University preferably program management or
economics related studies. - They
must have a minimum of 5years experience with regards to the designing,
planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated
development, relief and/or advocacy projects; - They
must have both an extensive conceptual understanding of and demonstrated
practical command for implementing program design, management and
evaluation principles; - The
holder of this position must be a results orientated leader who can handle
a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times
conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and; - He
/she must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong
team player.
Other
Competencies/Attributes:
Competencies/Attributes:
- Must
be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities. - Perform
other duties as required.
Technical
Skills & Abilities:
Skills & Abilities:
- Must
have experience in project design and proposal writing. - Must
have proven analytical/problem-solving abilities. Requires excellent
interpersonal and written and oral communication skills. - Must
be fluent in English, both written and spoken. French is an added
advantage
How
to apply:
to apply:
Should
you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda
you wish to apply for this position, please go to http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-rwanda
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
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 will NOT be considered.
applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via
email 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)
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 25th July 2017; no late
applications will be accepted
closing date for submission of applications is 25th July 2017; 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
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
