2 Job Positions at Three Stones International Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 20 March 2022)

2 Job Positions at Three Stones International Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 20 March 2022)

Grant and Business Development Manager at Three Stones International Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 20 March 2022)

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Grant and Business Development Manager  

PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Kigali, Rwanda

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Managing Director, Rwanda

THREE STONES INTERNATIONAL RWANDA OVERVIEW

Three Stones was established in Rwanda in 2012 with the goal to support and build capacity of local organizations. Operating as an international consulting firm, we have conducted over 80assessments, evaluations, and social research assignments as well as more than 30 strategic and action plans for local and international organizations.

We are a research, management and development firm who capitalizes on years of experience to provide locally originated development solutions. Through a responsive bottom-up approach Three Stones values grassroots organizations and their commitment to affecting change at all societal levels, and the innovative spirit of our staff who provide creative solutions.

Three Stones International Rwanda is seeking a qualified grants and business development manager with over 10 years of experience in grant management to join our growing team. Candidates holding the qualifications outlined below are encouraged to apply.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General:

• Plan and execute the grantmaking process by working with the finance and programs team to work within the annual budget, support program staff in researching funding opportunities, manage documents and deadlines, track grantee results
• Oversee and manage overall grant administrative functions to ensure efficient and consistent grant administration.
• Research funding opportunities and prepare technical & financial proposals
• Ability to support in research (data collection, analysis and or report writing) to inform proposal development and ongoing project work.

Grant Management:

• Analyze and present grant reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly and annual statements and reporting as needed by TSIR or donors.
• Manage timelines and grant deliverables
• Review donor and partner agreements ensuring the financial terms and conditions are compatible with TSIR systems and guidelines and are favorable to quality implementation and reporting
• Ensure all project expenditures and contracts follow terms and conditions of donor agreements.
• Ensure financial and programmatic compliance of the grant to contractual obligations, donor requirements and TSIR policies.
• Prepare and monitor budgets
• Support annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the executive management; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep senior leadership team abreast of progress towards key milestones
• Implement a robust grant management / reporting system; ensure that the grant billing schedule is adhered to and that financial and programmatic reporting is well articulated.
• Implement all necessary business development policies and suggest improvement in overall policy and procedure manuals as they pertain to grant compliance
• Hold regular consultation with TSIR Finance & Administration Manager and audit service providers
• Carry out any other duties as may be required by MD or  Executive Management

QUALIFICATION & EXPERTISE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have at least Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent
• Must have at least 10 years of proven work experience in reputed companies or non-government organizations.  Having experience both in NGOs and companies would be an added asset.
• Ability to effectively research new markets
• Ability to prepare technical & financial proposals to business opportunities
• Must have at least 4 years of proven work experience at a managerial level
• Proven experience managing USAID funded contracts/grants is required
• Proven IT skills (databases, MS Office, etc.) and experience with planning software
• Proven experience with excel is a must (Pivot tables, advanced formulas)
• Experience managing sub grantees and drafting subawards
• Knowledgeable in  Cash Flow & forecast
• Ability to prepare professional presentations to donors and relevant stakeholders
• Knowledge of auditing policies
• Knowledge of donor agencies
• Strong writing skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages being an asset (French & Kinyarwanda)
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines

How to Apply 

Interested applicants should submit a CV and a motivation letter (1page max) indicating why you are the best candidate for the position. These documents should be sent by email to:registration@threestonesinternational.com no later than March 20, 2021 at 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Graphic Designer at Three Stones International Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 20 March 2022)

Company Profile

Three Stones was established in Rwanda to support and build the capacity of local organizations. Operational since 2012, Three Stones has conducted over 100 assessments, evaluations, and social research assignments, as well as more than 40 strategic and action plans for local and international organizations.

Our Mission 

Three Stones leverages our cumulative contextual knowledge and nurtured relationships to deliver comprehensive empirical studies, high-quality data evaluations and targeted technical assistance across the development sector.

We build productive relationships between sectors to make a positive, sustainable, and lasting impact. The time and attention invested to ensure we understand context, foster collaboration, and incorporate innovation with local solutions and provide the highest quality of development expertise makes us agile and unique.

Three Stones has three core, overlapping domains:

Business Transformation & Capacity Building

Provide and support local and governmental system strengthening to achieve intended results. Ensure that programs are successfully implemented and continue through an ongoing process of strategic and business planning, cost-effectiveness and impact analysis, policy advocacy, staff training, team building and leadership development.

Smart Development 

Provide short or long-term integrated social sector implementation and technical assistance. Areas of expertise include: agriculture; social behavior change (SBC); climate change; early childhood development; education; finance; gender; governance; youth and livelihoods; migration; technology; and Health: Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights,  HIV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health, WASH, and nutrition.

Evaluation, Assessment & Research

Provide full life cycle from methodology and tool development to management of data collection and analysis. Expertise in: baseline, midterm, end-line evaluations; end-user monitoring; impact assessment; and social research.

Job description:

TSIR is searching for a qualified graphic designer to deliver creative assets for use in communications activities, across a range of platforms and for a diverse set of audiences. We seek a graphic designer with experience in developing educational materials, graphics and content for Social Behavior Change (SBC) campaigns, developing and implementing communications campaigns, developing communication documents for dissemination of research study findings, and to support TSIR’s brand. This is a full time position with opportunity for advancement.

Job responsibilities include:

• Deliver professional design services for a range of assets including web assets, infographics, briefs, reports and SBC materials.
• Work with TSI SBC team to design attractive, contextualized, professional materials and training manuals
• Develop communications materials and infographics
• Convey a compelling picture of impact and outcomes of project work
• Support communication, marketing and TSI branding strategy
• Contribute content to learning and dissemination events
• Interact with TSI managers, staff, team members and vendors as appropriate
• Advise on digital assets in virtualized environments

Qualifications:

• Strong theoretical and practical background in graphic and information design and data visualization
• 3 years’ experience developing content for SBC or marketing campaigns
• BA+ technical training, certificates in graphic design
• Strong design skills, particularly in data visualization
• Expertise in relevant design and presentation software including Adobe indesign, illustrator, tableau, miro, etc.)
• Ability to communicate complex, abstract concepts through design
• Experience in photography and narrative storytelling
• Experience in video production
• Experience/ knowledge in developing interactive maps/ utilizing GIS software (ESRI etc.) for mapping of interventions, or willingness to learn is an advantage
• Experience with web and social media content development
• Able to work independently as well as with a multicultural team
• Strong time management and ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
• Extreme attention to detail
• Strong communications skills in English, writing and oral, as well as Kinyarwanda strongly preferred
• Experience with social research and knowledge of statistical software/ dashboards and competencies in data analytics preferred
• Ability to legally work in Rwanda

How to apply:

Applicants who meet or exceed the outlined qualifications are encouraged to visit our website before applying to determine if Three Stones International Rwanda is a good match: www.threestonesinternational.com.

We consider ourselves entrepreneurs and are looking for creative people who are self motivated, able to work independently as well as with a team, and who are full of ideas and enthusiasm. Please email a portfolio of work conducted independently, a CV, and contact information of three professional references to registration@threestonesinternational.com. Include “Job Application: Graphic Designer” in the subject line. Questions and clarifications about the role are welcome up until application deadline.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted until March 20 2022 at 5pm Kigali time.  Salary offering will be commensurate with experience and placed on the TSIR internal salary scale.

Three Stones is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women and young people are especially encouraged to apply.