4 Job Positions at University of Kigali: (Deadline 21 June 2023)

4 Job Positions at University of Kigali: (Deadline 21 June 2023)

Head of International Students Office at University of Kigali: (Deadline 21 June 2023)

A fully accredited/chartered University by The Government of Rwanda

Website:  www.uok.ac.rw / Email:  universityofkigali@uok.ac.rw

P.O BOX 2611, Kigali-Rwanda

Tel: + 250 788303386/+250789009221/ +250788303385

JOB ADVERT 

Head of International students Office

University of Kigali wishes to recruit Head of International students who will be responsible for marketing, admission and support activities for international students. He/she will oversee the development of strategies to achieve established enrolment goals which include development of correspondence, publications, and application forms for international students. He/she will act as liaison officer between international students and the university stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist students regarding compliance with the policies and procedures, and plans and coordinates special events designed to enhance intercultural awareness within the University and the community.
2. Promote university of Kigali brand keeping track of growth trends;
3. Promote intercultural awareness within the University and the local community by assisting with planning and coordinating special cultural events and activities involving international students;
4. Assist International students in effectively utilizing the resources of the University and providing leadership for the content and administration of the student orientation;
5. Providing assistance to scholars and their dependents in obtaining appropriate non-immigrant status and work authorization.
6. Ensure international student applications and admissions are processed accurately and promptly.
7. Assists international students, faculty, and staff regarding compliance with the University policies and procedures by serving as a liaison between the students and the management
8. Promotes intercultural awareness within the University and the local community by assisting with planning and coordination of special cultural events and activities involving international students.
9. Facilitates the academic and personal success of international students by assisting them in effectively utilizing the resources of the University and providing leadership for the content and administration of the international student orientation.
10. Oversees the provision of assistance to departments, faculty, staff, scholars, follow up on international students’ equivalences.
11. Supports University of Kigali by representing the Division on committees which address
12. Facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
13. Assist the international students to participate in community engagement activities: Sports, Knowledge sharing with communities, public talks, Community work (Umuganda). 

Candidate needed:

1. Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public relations or any other relevant qualification from a recognized University. Master degree will be an added advantage
2. Three years of direct experience in a setting up with an international, or culturally diverse, student body.

• Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written skills in English, French and any other international languages.

 In applying for this post, please attach:

A cover letter summarizing relevant experience in the position; A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of Academic Certificates; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact. All applications should be addressed to the Vice Chancellor and submitted to recruitment@uok.ac.rw no later than 21^th May, 2023. ONLY Online applications will be accepted

No application will be considered after the closing date.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

Finance Director at University of Kigali: (Deadline 21 June 2023)

A fully accredited/chartered University by The Government of Rwanda

Website:  www.uok.ac.rw / Email:  universityofkigali@uok.ac.rw

P.O BOX 2611, Kigali-Rwanda

Tel: + 250 788303386/+250789009221/ +250788303385

JOB ADVERT

FINANCE DIRECTOR 

University of Kigali, wishes to recruit a Finance Director who will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities, reporting on revenue, training accounting staff, budgeting, disbursing funds to departments, managing risk, implementing policies, and improving financial processes. He/she will oversee the University’s financial operations, creating a solid foundation upon which the University can financially grow.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Providing strategic and financial guidance to ensure that the company’s financial commitments are met
2. Developing all necessary policies and procedures to ensure the sound financial management and control of the company’s business
3. Direct and control finance staff to ensure that they are appropriately motivated and developed and so that they carry out their responsibilities to the required standard.
4. Contribute to the achievement of the company’s business objectives by providing advice and guidance on financial strategy.
5. Develop and control the company’s annual operating budget to ensure that all financial targets are met and financial and statutory regulations complied with.
6. Provide financial advice and guidance to the company’s managers and staff to enable them to achieve their objectives.
7. Oversee the preparation of the company’s financial accounts to ensure that these are presented accurately and on time.
8. Develop and implement an internal audit programme to ensure that the company complies with financial procedures and regulations.
9. Develop and maintain all necessary systems, policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient financial management within the company.
10. Monitor external contracts and services provided by suppliers to ensure that these are operating effectively and provide the best value to the company.
11. Carry out all necessary actions to ensure that the company meets its financial and legal obligations
12. Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, Management, and clients in formal meetings.

Job requirements

1. Master’s degree in accounting, finance or any other relevant field.
2. Certified Public Accountant
3. Previous working experience as Director of Finance for a period not less than 3 years
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications particularly advanced excel, and accounting packages
5. High level of integrity and confidentiality.
6. Ability to work under pressure.
7. Good communication skills both oral and in writing.
8. Strong analytical skills.

Application Procedure:

All interested candidates should submit an application package that includes the following:

(1) A cover letter;

(2) A comprehensive CV giving details of three referees;

(3) Copies of the academic credentials with transcripts and any other testimonials;

Please address your application to the Vice Chancellor University of Kigali and send to recruitment@uok.ac.rw no later than 21^st June, 2023.

ONLY Online applications will be accepted and ONLY qualified candidates will be contacted.

Coordinator, Centre for Economic Governance and Leadership (CEGL) at University of Kigali: (Deadline 21 June 2023)

A fully accredited/chartered University by The Government of Rwanda

Website:  www.uok.ac.rw / Email:  universityofkigali@uok.ac.rw

P.O BOX 2611, Kigali-Rwanda

Tel: + 250 788303386/+250789009221/ +250788303385 

JOB ADVERT

Coordinator, Centre for Economic Governance and Leadership (CEGL)

University of Kigali wishes to recruit a Coordinator for the Centre for Economic Governance and Leadership who will be responsible for Identifying consultancy opportunities, organizing workshops for the trainings and building networks with clients for business partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Capacity Building program development
2. Sourcing for consultancies and developing value propositions for Capacity building
3. Sourcing and creating a pool of resource persons to deliver trainings
4. Organizing workshops for the trainings, including sourcing for venues, trainers and Participant toolkits, designing Training evaluation forms, Participant certificates etc
5. Developing and maintaining a client database
6. Identifying consultancy opportunities in Research and surveys
7. Develop value propositions for conducting research and surveys and pitch them to clients
8. Prepare value propositions for designing Business Plans and pitch them to clients.
9. Developing a Business Strategy for CEGL
10. Creating a client database for potential clients to be targeted
11. Developing value propositions and marketing them with different clients
12. Identifying consultancy opportunities posted in adverts and on the various Company/Organization websites
13. Checking for Tender adverts on various private and public organizations websites and preparing proposals to respond to Request for Proposals (RFP)
14. Participating in Grant Proposal writing to support other departments assigned to this role
15. Organizing workshops for Leadership trainings

Candidate needed:

1. Master degree in project management, Economics, Business administration or relevant field, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized University.
2. MUST have Minimum of at least five (5) years’ experience in a similar role (preferable in a learning institution) or any other complex organization.

• Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous.

1. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
2. Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
3. Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

• Good communication skills particularly, fluent in English.
• Ready to work outside normal working hours from time to time.

In applying for this post, please attach:

1. A cover letter summarizing relevant experience in the position;
2. A comprehensive CV;
3. Certified copies of Academic Certificates;
4. Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;

All applications should be addressed to the Vice Chancellor and submitted to recruitment@uok.ac.rw no later than 21^st June, 2023. Hard copies will not be considered.

No application will be considered after the closing date.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted