12 Job Positions at Direct Aid: (Deadline 7 April 2024)

Position

HR Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment and selection process, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
• Administer employee benefits and ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with organizational objectives of Direct Aid.
• Coordinate employee performance evaluation and provide support for employee development and training initiatives.
• Handle employee relations matters and provide guidance on disciplinary procedures.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure confidentiality of employee information.
• Assist in resolving workplace conflicts and grievances.
• Collaborate with management to foster a positive work environment and employee engagement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree will be an advantage
• At least 5 years of experience as an HR Officer or similar HR role.
• Sound knowledge of HR principles, practices, and labor laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS software.
• Ability    to    maintain    confidentiality    and handle    sensitive information with discretion.
• Certification in Human Resources Management is desirable.

Position

Education Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement education programs in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Conduct assessments to identify educational needs and develop strategies to address them effectively.
• Coordinate with schools, communities, and stakeholders to promote educational initiatives and partnerships.
• Provide training and support to teachers and staff members to enhance teaching methodologies and student learning outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to integrate educational components into other organizational programs.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to education projects and activities.
• Stay updated on educational trends, research, and best practices to inform program development and implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs, preferably in a non-profit or humanitarian context.
• Strong understanding of education systems, pedagogical approaches, and child development principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, communities, and NGOs.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and monitoring.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data analysis software.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages like Arabic and French is an advantage.

Position

Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs to support orphan children supported by DirectAid in alignment with organizational objectives of DirectAid.
• Conduct assessments to identify the needs and vulnerabilities of those orphan children and their families.
• Coordinate with local communities, schools, and government agencies to provide holistic support to those orphaned children.
• Establish and maintain relationships with foster families and other care facilities to ensure the well-being of our supported orphan children.
• Provide counseling and psychosocial support to those orphan children and their caregivers.
• Facilitate access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and other essential services for supported orphan children.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of social affairs programs for orphaned children and make recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to social affairs programs and activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in social work or community development, with a focus on orphan care and support.
• Strong understanding of   child protection principles, social welfare systems, and psychosocial support interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including orphanages, community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Proven    project    management    skills, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management software.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage

Position

Accountant Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records for the school, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Support in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions in a timely manner.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Support in conducting internal audits and implementing audit recommendations.
• Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of other languages spoken in Rwanda and Arabic is an advantage.

Position

Secretary

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the management team and staff members.
• Manage and coordinate the executive’s schedule, including arranging meetings and appointments.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and phone calls.
• Maintain office-filing systems and ensure documents are properly organized and archived.
• Prepare and edit documents, reports, and presentations as required.
• Assist in making travel arrangements and accommodations for staff members and executives.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences, and events.
• Undertake any other administrative tasks as assigned by the management team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a secretary or administrative assistant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment is preferred.

Position

Social Affairs (Orphans) Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs to support orphan children supported by DirectAid in alignment with organizational objectives of DirectAid.
• Conduct assessments to identify the needs and vulnerabilities of those orphan children and their families.
• Coordinate with local communities, schools, and government agencies to provide holistic support to those orphaned children.
• Establish and maintain relationships with foster families and other care facilities to ensure the well-being of our supported orphan children.
• Provide counseling and psychosocial support to those orphan children and their caregivers.
• Facilitate access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and other essential services for supported orphan children.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of social affairs programs for orphaned children and make recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations related to social affairs programs and activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in social work or community development, with a focus on orphan care and support.
• Strong understanding of   child protection principles, social welfare systems, and psychosocial support interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including orphanages, community leaders, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Proven    project    management    skills, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data management software.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage

Position

Accountant Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records for the school, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Support in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions in a timely manner.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Support in conducting internal audits and implementing audit recommendations.
• Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of other languages spoken in Rwanda and Arabic is an advantage.

Position

Public Relations and Media Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations and media strategies to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and impact.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and key stakeholders.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other media materials to garner coverage of the organization’s activities and events.
• Coordinate media interviews, press conferences, and other media opportunities for organizational spokespeople.
• Manage the organization’s social media channels, including creating content, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Produce multimedia content, including videos, photos, and graphics, to support communication initiatives.
• Monitor media coverage and track relevant metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of PR and media campaigns.
• Provide media training and support to staff members and volunteers as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• A master’s degree is preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling stories and messages for different audiences and channels.
• Demonstrated experience in media outreach, including pitching stories, securing media placements, and building relationships with reporters.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation, with a strong understanding of social media analytics.
• Experience in multimedia production, including photography, videography, and graphic design, is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic language is an advantage.

Position

Cashier

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Financial Managers to successfully execute various accounting tasks such as making the financial monthly reports.
• Maintain company ledgers and daily financial transactions.
• Create financial documents such as bills, invoices, pay-orders, payables, receivables and purchase orders.
• Identify discrepancies in ledgers and accounts, tracking them to the source and correcting them.
• Coordinate and manage payment and billing details of external service providers, contractors and vendors.
• Verify payments and deposits made through the organization’s account and coordinate with the bank.
• Managing petty cash

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability   to   work   effectively   in   a   team environment and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of other languages such as Arabic is an advantage.

Position

Legal Affairs Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to the organization on a wide range of legal matters.
• Review and draft contracts, agreements, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Ensure    compliance    with    relevant    laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings, negotiations, and meetings with external stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and risk management.
• Assist   in   resolving   legal   disputes, grievances, and claims involving the organization.
• Develop and deliver legal training programs for staff members on relevant legal issues.
• Keep abreast of changes in legislation and provide updates to management as necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Admitted to the bar as an advocate or attorney in Rwanda.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience practicing law, preferably in a non-profit or humanitarian organization.
• Strong knowledge of Rwandan laws, legal procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of Arabic Language is an advantage