6 Job Positions at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda: (Deadline 13 December 2021)

Industrial Coordinator (Field Officer) at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda: (Deadline 13 December 2021)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Industrial Coordinator (Field Officer)

Type of contract: Fixed-Term

Working location: Kigali Location

Supervisor: Project Officer

Responsible to: Kigali Head of Location

Deadline: 13^th December 2021

The National Office of SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda located at Kigali/Kacyiru wishes to recruit 1 Industrial Coordinator for Kura PartnerRwanda Project. The interested candidates in this position should send a detailed CV, application letter and other required documents to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org by no later than 13 December 2021.

Content of the organization

Established in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is a dynamic social development international organization working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of vulnerable children.  In Rwanda SOS Children’s Villages is an affiliate of SOS Children’s Villages International which is a federation of over 130 SOS Children’s Villages associations world-wide. We build families for neglected, abandoned or orphaned children, we help them shape their own futures and we share in the development of their communities. In order to further satisfy this responsibility, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for competent Industrial Coordinator for Kura PartnerRwanda Project.

Job purpose:

The Industrial Coordinator is responsible for implementation of field activities mainly in Kigali under the BIWE Partner Rwanda Project and as well as implementing activities of industrial coordinator at Employment and Entrepreneurship Training Kigali 2. She/He is in first place responsible for looking for apprenticeship for students creating cooperation’s with companies and following up on cooperation.

Main clients:

• Companies/ Private Sector/ Associations
• Apprentices conducting dual training and short-term training
• Partnership /government /civil societies/CBOs/RDB
• Beneficiaries, etc…

The position holder will therefore be responsible for the following tasks:

• Identification of potential companies
• Acquisition of companies for one-year dual training apprenticeship
• Acquisition of companies for industrial attachment for short-term courses
• Placement of apprentices at companies
• Ongoing coaching of apprentices during In-Company Training
• Follow-up on partnering companies
• Support apprentices in job placement in cooperation with project officer
• Organization of Training of In-Company Trainers
• Surveying companies
• Produce various reports according to the project reporting timeline
• Facilitate stakeholder analysis within the programme, maintaining and updating stakeholders’ profiles
• Represent SOS CV Rwanda in various field activities.

The prospective candidates should fulfil the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, education, business administration, social sciences or related fields with at least 2 years experiences in Development work in a child centred organization, vocational training, private sector or NGOs knowledge in project management
• skills in creating partnerships with private sector
• experienced in marketing or working with private sector
• good teamwork spirit and ability to positively relate
• must have well networked with government, development partners and like-minded organization including companies, TVET institution, etc,
• good computer skills (MS Office, Social Media, Email)
• language skills in Kinyarwanda and English (French but not obligatory)
• good communication and negotiating skills

 How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your detailed application (including application letter, CV and copies of education qualification) and an employment application form well filled in.  (Available at the National Office).

NB: The applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be submitted not later than 13 December 2021 at the latest by 17h00 hours Kigali time to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org

Late applications will not be accepted.

Kigali, on 2^nd December 2021.

Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

 

Position Title: M&E Field Officers

Vacant positions: 4 persons

Type of contract: Fixed Term

Working location:Gikongoro, Kigali, Byumba, Kayonza

Supervisor: Project Coordinators

Nationality: Rwandese

Deadline: 13^th December 2021

The National Office of SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda located at Kigali/Kacyiru wishes to recruit 4 M&E Field Officers for Kura Umenye-Educare Project. The interested candidates in this position should send a detailed CV, application letter and other required documents to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org by no later than 13 December 2021.

Content of the organization

Established in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is a dynamic social development international organization working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of vulnerable children.  In Rwanda SOS Children’s Villages is an affiliate of SOS Children’s Villages International which is a federation of over 130 SOS Children’s Villages associations world-wide. We build families for neglected, abandoned or orphaned children, we help them shape their own futures and we share in the development of their communities. In order to further satisfy this responsibility, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for competent M&E Field Officers.

Mission of the position:

Under the leadership of the Kura Umenye Project Coordinator, the field officer supports project development in the field of family strengthening and Reintegration, MH&PSS and ASRHR, and Education and remedial Learning in the line with the “Vision, Mission, Values”, the brand and approved strategies, policies, guidelines of the organisation and national legislation. Field officer is responsible to support children who are at risk of losing the care of their biological family which includes direct work with the children, caregivers and communities, based on the professional social work practice, ethics, values to achieve the sustainable development of the families and integration in the community. He/she is also responsible to ensure the timely completion of the case management procedures at all stages based on the individual approach and on the active participation of children, parents/caregivers. He/she is a member of the multidisciplinary team in the project and coordinates multidisciplinary team work within the case he/she is responsible for.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities: Programme Development

Supports Kura Umenye Coordinator in the development of services and interventions in the frame of family strengthening & Reintegration, MH&PSS &ASRHR, and Education & Remeial Learning. Supports identification of cases of children who are at risk of losing care from their families of origin through different resources (referral, outreach, self-referral etc.). Conducts comprehensive assessment of children and families in strong cooperation with the multidisciplinary team of stakeholders using different resources and social work techniques/methods to identify family needs and strengths and define the required services. Facilitates the preparation of family development process, with the strong participation of caregivers, children and the multidisciplinary team.

Arranges, provides and coordinates the delivery of services to children and families in strong partnership with other service providers and in line with the family development process. Keeps regular contacts with child and family during the implementation of family development process through phone calls, home visits and meetings in programme premises. Documents appropriately all activities conducted during the case management stages in the child/family case file by applying methods and tools for gathering information, as well as forms/templates, based on the requirements of national legislation and/or regional guidelines. Play a leading role and support the National Association in the project planning and other planning instruments according to the organizational strategic vision and recommend further improvement of the logical frame work; Assist the Organization in enhancing an integrated process of planning, programming, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, research, analysis and present information gathered from diverse source. Monitoring and Evaluation Reassesses periodically the child/family needs and progress in meeting the objectives defined in Family Development Process and make decisions on the case closure, in cooperation with family members and the multidisciplinary team. Enters data regularly in Programme Database module (PDB), ensures quality of data and uses regularly the reports and data stored in the database to track individual progress of children and families. Provides information for new requirements (new reports, new data fields or features) to Kura Umenye Project Coordinator. Upon the request of Project Coordinator, and in accordance with the national legislation, communicates regularly with the child protection authorities on the case progress. Supports Project coordinator in the self-evaluation and/or external evaluation processes of Kura Umenye project. Collects regularly information about different indicators as defined in the M&E plan of the programme unit and reports to Project Coordinator. Support the use of Prodigi, PDB2 and Compass for monitoring and evaluation of strategic plan indicators for the location Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and methodologies consistent with project monitoring and evaluation; Implement the overall M&E strategy and guide the implementation of related activities within the programme function;

Required experience and qualification: A degree qualification in social sciences, community development studies, IT and related fields At least 3 years of work experience in the community development field, child protection and related fields. Experience in project cycle management Experience in psychosocial support for children and adults Positive and professional approach. Ability to work independently, self-organise, use initiative, fulfil commitments and meet deadlines. Good written and verbal communication skills, including written and spoken English; French would be an added value Well-developed facilitation, group leadership and presentation skills. Ability to develop guidelines and tools, and oversee their implementation. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). A team player who is culturally astute, respectful and tolerant. Experience in using applied social research skills (quantitative and qualitative). Additional skills to support FS beneficiaries would be an added advantage. Competencies: Knowledge of child protection issues, such as child safeguarding, child rights, OVC, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, psychosocial support Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a multi-site organisation and geographically-dispersed participants. Work experience in programmes that build networks at community level. Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of SOS Children Villages; Demonstrate creativity and abilities to complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities, deadlines and multiple reporting relationships;  Establishes builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support, knowledge, management and learning; In depth knowledge of Planning, Monitoring and Information System, Monitoring and Evaluation and organizational development issues; Excellent abilities to identify significant capacity building opportunities and capacity to deliver such trainings using a clear communications skill. Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;

How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, send a zipped folder containing your cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidences of your qualifications and experience, 3 traceable professional references as well as an SOS CV ad hoc application form duly filed in and signed.

All documents should be written in English and directly submitted to recruitment@sos-rwanda.org not later than 13^th December 2021  at 5:00 pm Kigali time.

N.B: Please mention in the subject of your email the name of the position you are applying for.

Late applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

“SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda/ International holds strict child safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for conducts of sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring decisions will give due emphasize to assessing candidates value congruence and thorough background checks, police clearance reference check processes”.

Done in Kigali on 2^nd December 2021

Jean Bosco KWIZERA

National Director

 

Human Resources Manager at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda: (Deadline 13 December 2021)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

KURA UMENYE PROJECT   –   HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Position Title: Resources Manager-Kura Umenye

Vacant positions: 1 person

Type of contract: Fixed-Term for 4 years renewable

Working location: National Office-Kigali

NA and SOS Region: NA Rwanda, Eastern, and Southern Africa Region

Supervisor: Head of HROD and Administration

Nationality: Rwandese

Deadline: 13 December 2021

The National Office of SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda located at Kigali/Kacyiru wishes to recruit 1 Human Resources Manager for Kura Umenye-Educare Project. The interested candidates in this position should send a detailed CV, application letter, and other required documents to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org by no later than 13 December 2021.

Content of the organization

Established in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is a dynamic social development international organization working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of vulnerable children.  In Rwanda SOS Children’s Villages is an affiliate of SOS Children’s Villages International which is a federation of over 130 SOS Children’s Villages associations world-wide. We build families for neglected, abandoned or orphaned children, we help them shape their own futures and we share in the development of their communities. In order to further satisfy this responsibility, SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is seeking for a competent Human Resources Manager.

Job Summary

Human Resource Manager will provide exclusive support in the process of recruiting, hiring, and training employees. He/she will use the skills and expertise to find talent, retain talent, manage wages, train workers, solve workplace conflicts, and more. The primary role of HR Manager is to maximize employee performance.

Main clients:

• Head of HROD & Administration
• Head of Departments
• Head of Locations
• HROD Staff

Detailed responsibilities:

• HR Manager will be responsible for handling personnel documentations and other matters involving staff.
• Human resources Manager will be in charge of ensuring a smooth, sound, and legally defensible hiring and onboarding process.
• Provides clarification and guidance to line managers (project/ facility managers etc.) in the implementation of HR policies, systems and processes in line with the Human Resource manual and SOS Terms and Conditions of service.
• Participates and supports project heads by advising them on opportunities for improving relations amongst employees and with the organization.
• Produces adequate records of employment documentation e.g., position offers, appointment letters, contracts and job descriptions ensuring that they are provided on time, based on established staff employment policies and procedures.
• Advances human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; and planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Participates in the assessment, and planning for development /training needs of key staff, and coordinates training activities across the National Association in conjunction with project managers, National Office department heads, and the Human Resource Manager. Supports the implementation of approved development / training programmes.
• Conducts research on Human Resource topics/initiatives as a means of providing regular learning points in current human resource practices as well as motivation to staff.
• Monitors and inspects staff files to ensure adequate documentation and filling of individual staff communications. He/she advices project heads on required improvements in terms of staff personal records.

• Supports HR Team by establishing a recruiting, testing, and interviewing program; counselling Managers on candidate selection; conducting and analysing exit interviews; and recommending changes.
  • Maintains open communication with project heads/ facility managers on matters of staff discipline ensuring that all such cases are well-attended to in a strong and fair manner.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• In conjunction with the HR Manager, develops and coordinates orientation programs for new and continuing staff, ensuring that staff receive adequate orientation as well as focused induction into both the organisation and their positions.
• Manages the orientation schedules for new staff by developing an orientation programme in conjunction with National Office staff as well as project heads.

• Follows up on the implementation of performance evaluations by project heads, ensuring that appraisals are carried out in a timely and effective manner.
• Works with project heads on the needs for action reflected in reports of staff performance, and supports the project heads in addressing cases of persistent poor performance to promote a performance culture within the organization.

• She/He will assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs by seeking proposals for training opportunity with various training agencies with the aim of achieving less cost-effective means of training.
• Responds to routine employee’s inquiries and communications for example letters, emails as may be presented or as assigned by the Human Resource Coordinator.
• Drafts correspondence and other communications as directed by the Human Resource Manager.

Experience and qualification:

• 5 years of experience in Human Resource Management and at least 3 years in the role of Human Resource Manager
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, administration, or a related field
• Excellent knowledge of various HR functions such as pay & benefits, recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, training & development etc.
• Excellent understanding of labor laws
• Proficient in MS Office
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication in English both in writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solver
• Good decision-making skills
• Strong ethical standards
• Additional HR education and certification will be a plus
• Supporting diversity
• Classifying employees
• Laws against sexual harassment and Child safeguarding

How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your detailed application (including application letter, CV, and copies of education qualification) and an employment application form well filled in.  (Available at the National Office).

NB: This position is open for Rwanda nationals only and applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.

Applications that are late, or do not have CV or certificates attached, will be disqualified.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be submitted not later than 13th December 2021 by latest 17:00 hours Kigali time to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org.

Done at Kigali on 2^nd December 2021

Jean Bosco Kwizera

National Director