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About Raising The Village
We are Raising The Village (RTV) – an international development organization and a registered charity – on a mission to end ultra-poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. Raising The Village is a fastgrowing organization on an accelerated growth path. We have 120+ national staff in Uganda, 7 staff in Rwanda and a team of 8 people in North America working together to lift communities out of ultra-poverty in last-mile villages. We operate at the intersection of direct implementation and advanced data analytics to inform progress, decision-making, and impact. Our programs are focused on removing scarcity barriers, increasing and diversifying incomes, and ensuring sustained outcomes through 24-month partnership with last-mile villages and local governments. We work in the thematic areas of agriculture, WASH, Financial Inclusion through a gender transformative and community-driven development approach.
To date we have supported more than 665,000 people through our innovative holistic approach and are on track to expand to reaching one million people annually in the region by 2027.
We have achieved this tremendous growth with the support of our incredible partners from all around the globe who believe in our model and impact. Find out more about our programs and impact at: www.raisingthevillage.org.
Responsibilities
Project Implementation
- Conduct project design review meetings with respective partner villages and provide feedback as required to update project designs and budgets prior to implementation;
- Coordinate and co-facilitate training activities including but not limited to financial literacy and behavior and mindset change, water and health sanitation, village savings and loans associations, agriculture, livestock care and management and health outreaches, etc.
- Responsible to implement RTV’s project methodologies with the purpose of increasing household income and reducing extreme poverty as per project designs;
- Develop and submit list of required goods and services for project implementation to the procurement and logistics officer;
- Responsible to verify goods/inputs prior to distribution;
- Conduct project follow-up and provide support and guidance to community groups and individual households to ensure project compliance continuation.
- Identify potential risks and issues and provide mitigation measures and recommendations for improvements;
- Conduct regular meetings with leadership and community members on performance, participation, and perceptions of RTV based projects.
Reporting and Administration
- Develop and manage work plans;
- Complete field reporting on a weekly basis and provide support with information sharing for donor reporting and proposal writing as might be required;
- Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings as well as cluster team meetings to highlight issues and success and outline next steps;
- Complete weekly financial request, submissions and accountabilities to the Senior Project Officer;
- Take photographs and share them for data repository.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Providing feedback and recommendations to the Project Officer and Senior Project Officer, and the program team to improve RTV’s way of work;
- Provide suggestions to management on potential activities that need to be redone, reviewed or introduced to ensure sustainability of RTV projects, methodologies and improvement in the lives of community members.
Note: Other requirements might be required by their direct supervisor and/or management.
Required Qualifications
Technical and Administrative Skills:
- Strong training & facilitation skills;
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written English;
- Fluent in local languages where RTV works;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs i.e. Word and Excel
- Understanding of Community Based Development Principles
- Organizes work effectively while remaining aware of changing priorities and deadlines;
- Able to work independently to accomplish tasks, but also as part of a team to achieve mutual goals and objectives;
- Able to think outside of the box to provide plausible solutions to issues and challenges;
- Strong work ethic, flexible, and able to build relationships with various stakeholders most notably colleagues, and community members;
- Able to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced and challenging environment;
- Energetic and physically able to hike high to hike high terrain;
- Able to travel approximately 90% of time;
- Ability to ride a motorbike would be a strong advantage.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Social Work, Humanities, Community Development, or related field of study
- Minimum of two (2) year of relevant work experience at the village level
Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage women candidates to apply.
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Procurement & Logistics Officer at Raising The Village: (Deadline 1 March 2024)
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Job Title:
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Procurement & Logistics Officer
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Department/Group:
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Operations
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Reporting To:
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Senior Officer- Procurement & Logistics Officer
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Years of Experience
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5+ years
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Location:
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RTV Kigali Office
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Travel Required:
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40%
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Job Description
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Raising The Village provides a combination community-based projects to address the immediate needs of households living in extreme poverty to support them in building their foundation for long-term household income development. Raising The Village is committed to building affordable and effective poverty solutions which deliver lasting outcomes.
Overall Responsibilities
The Procurement & Logistics Officer plays an important role within RTV. He/she is responsible for all Operational activities for Raising The Village which includes; acquisition of goods and services; fleet management; stores and inventory management, facilities management as well as assets management in a timely manner and within the budget.
Specific Roles/Responsibilities Procurement
- Ensure that all RTV procurement of goods and services is completed according to the established Standard Operating Procedures at all times and completed within the timeframes stipulated in the policy and programmes department work plans.
- Ensure quick, efficient and supportive services for projects is provided with communication/feedback regarding difficulties and concerns.
- Prepare, maintain and file all documents related to Operations for audit purposes (such as Purchase Request Forms; Request for Quotations; Comparative Bid Analysis; Purchase Orders, contracts and all Tender documents) electronically.
- Ensure an accurate and detailed monthly operational tracking report is prepared and circulated to Procurement & Logistics Officer, Country Manager, District Heads and the Head of Operations.
- Ensure that procured goods are received, registered and dispatched in an efficient and accountable manner.
- Periodically conduct supplier performance evaluation of the provided services and include observations, challenges and suggested solutions in the report for future use/improvement of logistics related practices.
- In line with the programmes procurement requests, prepare a consolidated programme procurement plan based on the project design.
- Manage supplier pre-qualification processes and contracts.
- Negotiate pricing and supply contracts for better deals.
- Maintain an updated price list / catalogs of all operational and frequently procured items.
- Adhere and implement Operational policies and procedures in accordance with RTV standards.
- Provide technical support and supervision to the Administrative Assistant.
- Suggest updates to the Operational policies, procedures and SOPs based on best practices as might be required
Inventory Management
- Ensure that all items moving through stores are handled in accordance with RTV policies and procedures and in a timely manner.
- Maintain proper store documentation for all project materials/items; and keep updated stock management documents at all times.
- Support the nominated district operations support persons to ensure proper housekeeping of the stores.
- Produce a monthly stock report and share with Operations and implementation department to faclitate efficient use of items in the store while aiding re-stocking.
Fleet management
- Ensure that all vehicles and motorcycles at RTV are in an optimal operating condition and monitor performance standards of selected garages to ensure value for money repairs.
- Ensure that the RTV motor vehicle and fleet of motor cycles are handled within RTV policies and that a comprehensive fleet report is produced with an analysis of fuel consumption and general maintenance to ensure cost effectives of operations.
- Ensure appropriate use, maintenance and repair of the motor vehicle, motor cycles and generators.
- Review and submit monthly fuel and repair cost reports with analysis that guides management decision making.
Asset Management
- Oversee implementation of RTV assets/property policy inclusive of asset register updating, reporting, asset movement and ensure appropriate filing of all relevant documents.
- Support the disposal of assets for the RTV to ensure that proper procedures are followed; disposals are conducted in time and in a transparent manner.
- Oversee proper management and maintenance of assets i.e. vehicles, motorcycles, furniture, fixtures and fittings, generators etc
- Ensure that an accurate monthly asset register is produced to facilitate assets tracking.
- Ensure that all assets are tagged/labelled and a proper record kept in the asset tracking system.
Facilities Management
- Responsible for general office administration for proper and efficient space allocation and utilization, following up and addressing grievances raised by staff concerning staff hygiene, welfare, safety and security etc
- Responsible for general office administration addressing issues like office space, safety and security, utility bills, follow-up on repairs needed with external service providers and the landlord to ensure works are done and are value for money
- Manage and maintain the contracts/lease agreements for office rents in the lease tracker.
General
- Ensure that all staff are appropriately briefed on key aspects of logistics so as to improve the services provided and communication between teams.
- Raise Operations related challenges to management.
- Recommend and advise on improvements or changes to the procedures as a means of strengthening best practice.
- Perform any other duties in line with logistics/procurement as will be requested by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
Technical skills
- Solid knowledge and understanding of logistics procedures, policies, and systems;
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suites;
- Ability to negotiate, establish and administer contracts;
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently;
- Ability to build relationships and work effectively within teams;
- Strong negotiation and organization skills;
- Ability to multi task, work in fast paced environments and meet competing deadlines
- Ability to travel 40% of the time to RTV field operations.
Education and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Procurement/Business Administration or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
- Should have a clear understanding of procurement ethics.
Raising The Village is committed to Equity and Inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
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PEAL Officer at Raising The Village: (Deadline 1 March 2024)
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Job title:
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PEAL officer
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Department:
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Planning Learning & Evaluation
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Reporting to:
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Project Manager
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Experience:
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3-5 years
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Location:
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Nyabihu District, Rwanda
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Travel Required:
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40%
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Immediate supervisor:
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Senior PEAL Officer
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Job Summary
The PEAL officer will be responsible for the planning and evaluation of the projects. He/She will ensure efficient and effective resource allocation to help increase household income and production for RTV partner communities within Rwanda.
This role will include supporting and advancing the RTV expansion activities within Rwanda, collaboration with the implementation team to ensure impactful designs and frameworks, coordinating M&E field activities to ensure quality data being collected and managing field supervisors.
The PEAL Officer will also be primarily responsible for disseminating performance reports and tracking project implementation activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct cost effective and efficient project resource allocations to achieve optimal impact in RTV’s partner communities
- Develop a clear project M&E Plan. Ensure activity scheduling for all data collection activities with a clear dissemination plan of key recommendations.
- Collate, Package and disseminate learning and evidence from RTV’s programmes which can be used to drive improved practices at household and community level within Uganda. S/He is in charge of Collating information for learning and making it available to leadership for sharing to local government development stakeholders.
- Lead in the project designing of Rwanda projects. Data driven designs
- Work collaboratively with the RTV expansion team to achieve the target beneficiary reach in Uganda and beyond.
- Support project monitoring and evaluation activities and ensure the implementation activities are being followed according to the project design.
- Undertake Research and Innovation programs/Initiatives to drive project efficiency.
- Support the development of field-based tracking tools to be used by PEAL for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
- Work collaboratively with the PEAL analytics unit to develop project pilot concepts and their evaluation metrics to inform future projects.
- Other duties as required by your Supervisor/Team Leader and/or Management
Qualifications and Experience
- University degree in Statistics, Social sciences, Population studies or related field.
- Proven experience in planning and designing for projects.
- Post graduate qualification in Monitoring & Evaluation is an added advantage.
- Proven experience in designing projects for last mile communities.
- Proficient in Microsoft suite, especially Excel, Word and PPT.
- Data analysis and visualization apps like Stata, Alteryx, Tableau, PowerBi, ArcGIS.
Desirable attributes & Skills
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
- Fluent in the local language, Kinyarwanda.
- Ability to execute and track tasks effectively while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines.
- Accurate completion of multiple tasks while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, changing priorities and competing deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal relations. Ability to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients to provide support
- Strong training & facilitation skills
Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage female candidates to apply.
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Driver at Raising The Village: (Deadline 1 March 2024)
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Job Title:
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Driver/Mechanic
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Department/Group:
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Operations
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Reporting To:
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Procurement and Logistics Officer
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Years of Experience
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5+ years
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Location:
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Rwanda in Country/Nyabihu District
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Travel Required:
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70%
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Job Description
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Overall Responsibilities
The Driver/ with basic Mechanic hands on skills will be responsible for driving and maintaining Raising The Village vehicle within and outside the program areas as will be required by management. The Driver is expected to adhere to the policies of the RTV.
Specific Role/Responsibilities
- Drive and maintain the organization vehicle.
- Carry out basic security checks on the vehicle before each trip and at the end of the day (battery water, fuel & oil levels, radiator water, Tyre pressure/condition, etc.).
- Ensure the vehicle meets the maintenance schedule and informs the Supervisor of any faults as and when they occur.
- Initiate and carry out any repairs required on the vehicle; organize and coordinate larger repairs with reputable garages with supervisor’s approval.
- Maintain neat & accurate record of all journeys in the vehicle log book.
- Carry out the daily vehicle check and inventory.
- Report immediately any damage or accident to the Supervisor following correct procedures in case of an accident, incident or complaint(s).
- Ensure the vehicle is kept clean and tidy always.
- Ensure that the vehicle is only used for RTV approved purposes.
- Respect traffic regulation as per the Road Transport and Traffic regulation.
- Take responsibility for collection, storage, transport and final delivery of all goods in the vehicle.
- Take responsibility for passenger safety by ensuring that Safety Belts are used at all times by all passengers.
- Ensure the First Aid Box is placed in the vehicle and stocked with the necessary items.
- Ensure that fuel utilization is within range as per motor vehicle policy.
- No answering phone calls or texting while driving.
- Able to manage driving long journeys
Personal qualities:
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be a strong team player.
- Present professional conduct and exercise professional judgment.
- Excellent and demonstrable organizational skills.
- High levels of honesty, integrity and flexibility.
- Respectful of RTV’s code of ethics, including appropriate dress code.
- Able to manage personal schedule to not interfere with professional work, especially when preparing for long journeys.
- Fluent Kinyarwanda,
- Desirable languages, French and English
Related requirements:
- Ordinary Level Certificate, or it’s equivalence from TVE is a MUST.
- At least five (5+) years’ experience as a Driver working in the cities and upcountry rural districts with recognized institutions.
- A minimum of valid driving licenses, with Classes; B or D. Qualified to drive any vehicle to licensed to carry a maximum of 8 Persons.
- Good command of Kinyarwanda, and any of the official languages spoken in Rwanda is an advantage.
- Willing to travel to remote areas with poor road conditions, ability to work flexibly including weekends and willingness to travel and work in both urban (city) and rural locations and live in basic conditions.
- The driver requiring prescription glasses must wear them at all times when driving
- Very good knowledge and application of the country’s Traffic and road Transport Regulations.
- Accountable & responsive within areas of responsibilities.
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