3 Job Positions at Imanzi Business Institute (IBI Ltd) Deadline: 1 January 2024

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

About the Institute 

Imanzi Business Institute is a leading capacity-building institute based in Rwanda that was established by the Private Sector Federation of Rwanda (PSF) to address the ongoing universal challenges in the current rapidly changing business environment. IBI is registered under Law No. 07/2009 of 27/04/2009 (Article 16) relating to the registration of companies in Rwanda.

The institute was established to deliver high quality capacity-building programs (business-management skills training) through the provision of short term trainings, capacity building, tailor-made training courses and consultancy services to Governments, NGOs, Development Partners, Private Companies, business community and others.

The institute skills development programs and projects focus on both online and in person trainings. It delivers training using its resources (curricula and trainers) and works with carefully selected third-party trainers and partners to provide tailor-made trainings. Our capacity strengthening products and services are based on identified needs and aimed at catalyzing positive outcomes for our clients.

IBI Vision is to be a world-class knowledge center for enterprise skills training in Africa. Its mission is to serve the Private Sector and provide high-quality business management skills training and coaching to business owners and their staff for enterprises to realize their full potential.

The Management of Imanzi Business Institute (IBI) is recruiting young, dynamic, competent, and qualified staff to fill the following position:

Training and Consultancy Manager (1)

The Manager in charge of training and consultancy will be responsible for coordinating and organizing as well as carrying out capacity-building functions in line with the organizational business goals and strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the candidate will be responsible of:

• Conducting a capacity needs assessment for both public and private organizations
• Coordinating and preparing training activities
• Developing customized training programs for potential clients
• Spearheading the development of IBI training manuals
• Creating a curriculum to facilitate strategic training based on the market needs and requirements
• Keeping abreast of training trends, developments, and best practices
• With the support of the IT Officer, manage the technologies and expertise required to develop, manage and deliver trainings.
• Create training programs and prepare any learning materials needed.
• Conduct surveys to evaluate how training programs are received and make appropriate changes as may be required.
• Carry out any other assignment as may be requested by the Executive Director.

Desired Qualification, Experiences and Technical Skills

• University degree with an appropriate business science major is preferred;
• Qualification in Instruction and/or learning design is advantageous;
• Proven track record of boosting company growth through capacity building.
• Thorough understanding of the Private Sector.
• Ability to conduct thorough needs assessments to gauge training needs.
• experience in establishing contacts and liaising with partner organizations/companies.
• Knowledge of current thinking and development in country capacity development
• Solid knowledge of key national and regional contexts and capacity gaps.
• Demonstrated data collection and analytical writing skills, including ability to analyze and consolidate information to identify national capacities gap and needs, as well as IBI’s entry points
• Good operational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written reports in English

Soft Skills

• Excellent ability to develop and maintain networks with a variety of stakeholders
• Strong facilitation skills for strategic/analytical workshops and group discussions
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to participate in open dialogue and value diverse opinions, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment
• Ability to work independently in a timely and organized manner
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task as needed.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well-detailed CV at info@ibi.org.rw no later than 1^st January 2024 at 11:59 pm.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

About the Institute 

Imanzi Business Institute is a leading capacity-building institute based in Rwanda that was established by the Private Sector Federation of Rwanda (PSF) to address the ongoing universal challenges in the current rapidly changing business environment. IBI is registered under Law No. 07/2009 of 27/04/2009 (Article 16) relating to the registration of companies in Rwanda.

The institute was established to deliver high quality capacity-building programs (business-management skills training) through the provision of short term trainings, capacity building, tailor-made training courses and consultancy services to Governments, NGOs, Development Partners, Private Companies, business community and others.

The institute skills development programs and projects focus on both online and in person trainings. It delivers training using its resources (curricula and trainers) and works with carefully selected third-party trainers and partners to provide tailor-made trainings. Our capacity strengthening products and services are based on identified needs and aimed at catalyzing positive outcomes for our clients.

IBI Vision is to be a world-class knowledge center for enterprise skills training in Africa. Its mission is to serve the Private Sector and provide high-quality business management skills training and coaching to business owners and their staff for enterprises to realize their full potential.

The Management of Imanzi Business Institute (IBI) is recruiting young, dynamic, competent, and qualified staff to fill the following position:

Partnership Manager (1)

The Partnership Manager is critical to implement the work plan of IBI. Under the supervision of the Executive Director and working in collaboration with members of the overall IBI team, the incumbent will support the Institute in the management and development of new and existing partnerships/networks with partners and ensure mobilization of funds to support IBI Capacity building activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and develop a 5-year funding needs assessment for IBI
• Proactively develop capacity-building proposals, including partner profiling, data/trends analysis, with the aim to maximize resources and leverage technical support for IBI’s work.
• Conducting research on potential donors/partners such as trusts, foundations, companies, and high-net-worth individuals. This includes proactively identifying funding opportunities, and scanning the horizon, network and solicit donor intelligence and share information on donor profiles (procedures, preferences, geographical focus).
• Develop appealing proposals and concepts to diverse sources, including development partners, corporate, academia, policy-makers, philanthropists, and foundations.
• Produce resource mobilization plans and reports and work closely with the Finance Officer in development of appropriate budgets.
• Organize resource mobilization events such as Donor Round Tables, etc.
• Develop and strengthen partnerships for Joint Proposal Writing especially with credible organizations in/out of the country; includes registering with relevant fundraising organizations.
• Preserve relations with donors and ensure they are consistently and timely informed on important operational issues. This includes effective communication with donors’ focal points and being IBI’s focal point for resource mobilization and sustainability activities.
• Monitoring of funding opportunities and drafting responses for the IBI Secretariat.
• Carry out any other assignment as requested by the Executive Director

Desired Qualification, Experiences and Technical Skills

• An advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Development, Planning, Business Administration, Marketing and Communication, or a related field;
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Capacity Building and development landscape particularly on Trainings;
• Proven experience in skills development sector, preferably in fundraising, resource mobilization or partnership building ideally including proposal and report writing;
• Excellent knowledge of key donors focused on Private Sector Development;
• Good analytical, coherent, clear documentation/report writing skills;
• Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of French would be an added advantage.

Soft Skills

• Excellent ability to develop and maintain networks with a variety of stakeholders
• Strong facilitation skills for strategic/analytical workshops and group discussions
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to participate in open on partnership and resource mobilization
• Ability to work independently in a timely and organized manner
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task as needed.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well-detailed CV at info@ibi.org.rw no later than 1^st January 2024 at 11:59 pm.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

About the Institute 

Imanzi Business Institute is a leading capacity-building institute based in Rwanda that was established by the Private Sector Federation of Rwanda (PSF) to address the ongoing universal challenges in the current rapidly changing business environment. IBI is registered under Law No. 07/2009 of 27/04/2009 (Article 16) relating to the registration of companies in Rwanda.

The institute was established to deliver high quality capacity-building programs (business-management skills training) through the provision of short term trainings, capacity building, tailor-made training courses and consultancy services to Governments, NGOs, Development Partners, Private Companies, business community and others.

The institute skills development programs and projects focus on both online and in person trainings. It delivers training using its resources (curricula and trainers) and works with carefully selected third-party trainers and partners to provide tailor-made trainings. Our capacity strengthening products and services are based on identified needs and aimed at catalyzing positive outcomes for our clients.

IBI Vision is to be a world-class knowledge center for enterprise skills training in Africa. Its mission is to serve the Private Sector and provide high-quality business management skills training and coaching to business owners and their staff for enterprises to realize their full potential.

The Management of Imanzi Business Institute (IBI) is recruiting young, dynamic, competent, and qualified staff to fill the following position:

Communication and Marketing Manager (1)

The Marketing and Communications Officer has overall responsibility for creating and implementing IBI’s marketing and communications strategy in accordance with the organization’s ambitious and exciting strategy and business objectives. An important component of the role is the development and implementation of external communications policies, as well as establishing branding guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the candidate will be responsible of:

• Developing and execute the marketing campaigns and activities, including advertising, public relations, events and promotions, to enhance the awareness and positioning of the IBI and all its main activities, in particular its events, and programs;
• Managing the production and dissemination of all marketing and communications material across all strategic partners and stakeholders in line with the established IBI style and branding guidelines;
• Developing branding contents, and adherence to IBI branding strategy, across the organization’s digital channels, in consultation with the Executive Director;
• Collaborating with all units within IBI secretariat to create and implement effective go to market strategies for new and existing programs and training activities.

Desired Qualification, Experiences and Technical Skills

• University degree in marketing, communications, journalism, business management or related field
• Experience in building web-based and digital campaigns and effective project management
• Working knowledge and fluency across social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram etc)
• Experience with managing websites, content and using content management systems
• Ability to build and maintain beneficial media relationships on an organization’s behalf.
• Experience working with and for training centers
• Good analytical, coherent, clear documentation/report writing skills;
• Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of French would be an added advantage.

Soft Skills

• Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills; drafts effective written content such as newsletters, blogs, social media posts, press releases and news posts with minimal instruction and oversight.
• Detail-oriented; demonstrates mastery of the details that go into program and event implementation
• Strong facilitation skills for strategic/analytical workshops and group discussions
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a timely and organized manner
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task as needed

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their both combined cover letter and well-detailed CV at info@ibi.org.rw no later than 1^st January 2024 at 11:59 pm.