8 Job Positions at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

8 Job Positions at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Capacity Building Specialist at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Title: Capacity Building Specialist

Terms of Reference Capacity Building Specialist

Location: Kigali- Rwanda with frequent travels to implementing Districts.

Reporting: The Capacity Building Specialist will report to Project Coordinator

Project name: “MSME Financing Program” Description:

The Role and Scope of Responsibilities

The Capacity Building Specialist will be Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the component of the project focusing on MSMEs in the Agriculture, Tourism, and Hospitality sectors. She/He will ensure support that catalyzes innovation, MFIs, and SACCOs’ growth, resilience, and dignified and fulfilling job creation within the Tourism and Hospitality Sector.

• Lead the process to identify and document project capacity-building needs
• Coordinate all capacity building related activities such as module preparations, organizing and supervising different trainings,
• Provide technical input into the design, development, and implementation of the overall capacity-building strategy for AMIR members and partners;
• Establish and maintain a proper filing and recording system for the training/capacity building activities.
• Lead the development of tools to utilize in capacity-building work;
• Conduct training seminars, workshops, and meetings to increase required skills and knowledge;
• Facilitate knowledge sharing;
• Represent AMIR in relevant working groups and meetings and facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing between organizations;

Educational Qualifications, Experience, and Technical Skills

• At least a University degree in Management, Economics, Social/ development studies, Finance, Accounting, and other relevant disciplines

Additional professional qualifications and relevant accreditations are an advantage.

• Relevant capacity-building experience in the banking and microfinance field.
• At least five years of professional experience in the relevant field at the national level, preferably with a focus on the banking sector.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and prepare reports and presentations.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Attitude/ competences

• Ability to work well in a team, with good interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Good computer skills;
• Strong organizational abilities and ability to work to tight deadlines;
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as a member of a team;
• Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy and to build strong working relationships;

How to apply

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Capacity Building Specialist;

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names, National ID.
• Copies of the Academic documents.
• A criminal record.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

 

Project Coordinator at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Title: Project Coordinator 

Terms of Reference for Project Coordinator

Location: Kigali- Rwanda with frequent travels to implementing District

Reporting: The Project Coordinator will report to the Snr Programs Manager. 

Project name: MSME Financing Program

Description: 

The Project Coordinator oversees all aspects of the “MSME Financing program” including planning, budgeting, funding, implementation, project organization, staffing, team leading, controlling, and reporting.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for the successful implementation of MSME Financing Program in line with the targets and milestones. He/she will ensure that project activities are implemented within the policies and procedures of the organization, in consideration of AMIR’s mission, regarding Government policies, and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.

The project coordination will be done in project implementation Districts in the country.

Responsibilities:

Project Coordination

• To plan, implement, organize, operate, and control AMIR program activities
• To staff and supervise the program teams
• To monitor and approve all budgeted program expenditures
• To ensure that the program operates within the approved budget
• To identify and evaluate the risks associated with program activities and take appropriate action
• To report about the program’s progress to the Executive Director and funders

MSME Financing Project Management

• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information
• To break projects into doable actions and set timeframes
• Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope, and objectives
• Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management
• Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve
• Help prepare budgets and coordinate budget reviews
• Analyze risks and opportunities
• Oversee project procurement management
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
• Work with the Project team to eliminate blockers
• Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures
• Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. contracts and terms of agreement)
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
• Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests

Required Qualifications, Experiences, and Skills:

• Hold a master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Agri-business, Business Management, and Project management, or other related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience with non-governmental organizations, including the coordination of inter-organizational networks.
• More than 5 years of work experience in planning, management, and implementation of agriculture and/or food security projects.
• Proven experience in Strategy planning, project planning, and project management skills
• Having experience in agriculture financing and working with smallholder farmers.
• Experience in citizens’ engagement and participation is an added advantage
• Fluent in English or French, and Kinyarwanda as well as written skills.
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint presentation
• Professional knowledge about (micro-) finance and related market regulation
• Professional skills in public relations
• Professional skills in project and project portfolio management
• Excellent network to key players in the finance and public sector
• Excellent self-organization, punctuality and reliability

How to apply 

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Project Coordinator;

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names, National ID.
• A criminal record.
• Copies of the Academic documents.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

 

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL) at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL)

Terms of Reference Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL)

Location: Kigali- Rwanda with frequent travels to implementing Districts.

Reporting: The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL) will report to the Project Coordinator 

Project name: “MSME Financing Program”

Description:

The MEL Specialist will be responsible for developing and managing M&E activities for a highquality results-oriented “MSME Financing program”. The MEL Specialist will supervise and oversee the implementation of the program’s M&E activities and data reporting requirements and on M&E matters and any external evaluation contractors throughout the life of the project. The MEL Specialist will have overall responsibility for assuring that all M&E requirements are fulfilled to achieve the best results.

The MEL Specialist will provide strategic and technical direction and oversight to policy and action-oriented monitoring and learning by project staff, grantees, and international partners to strengthen local capacity to inform policy around the AMIR program. The MEL Specialist will lead the project learning agenda, design and implement evidence-based policy advocacy and global learning. The MEL Specialist will provide oversight for the development of the MEL system to ensure data quality and collaborative learning and adaptation throughout implementation, sharing learning and providing evidence to drive the project forward to achieve meaningful and sustainable impact.

The MEL Specialist’s role will be done in project implementation Districts in the country.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Evaluation

Develop and steer the implementation of the AMIR program monitoring and evaluation plan;

Design monitoring and evaluation tools and processes

• Ensure timely collection, verification and analysis of data for all program indicators and their timely delivery for quarterly and other required reports
• Monitor project progress toward results
• Supervise timely and accurate reporting of quantitative and qualitative data by program implementing partners, in cooperation with program staff
• Validate data from program partners and staff, including through field monitoring visits
• Prepare interpretation tools (e.g. tables and charts) of data extracted from the project database and MIS platform as needed
• Design/update data collection instruments, schedules, analysis methods and applied technologies
• Develop capacity of implementing partners to institute appropriate M&E systems within their organizations
• Identify, document and share learnings acquired as a result of M&E to inform program planning
• Lead the collection and finalization of the AMIR program baseline survey
• Provide technical advice to program managers to identify learning gaps and learning needs and develop an associated learning plan
• Contribute to the development of a strategic action research plan
• Lead the development and implementation of the MIS platform ensuring maximum benefit for project learning

Learning and Data information:

• Ensure relevant data, best practices and lessons learned from other projects and other country-level initiatives to ensure that information and learning is informing Learning and programming
• Oversee on data integrated approach within the project liaising with government, and private sectors partners
• Ensure teams and stakeholders are trained on installation and operation of MIS system in given Model;
• Ensure monitoring, evaluation and follow-up of the use and results of MIS system at all levels
• Ensure development of MIS Database User Manual and disseminate;
• Ensure to date on information related to program objectives such as online data, publications, research, etc. and ensure the project team is informed.

Team collaboration coordination:

• Build the capacity of staff and partners to assist in data collection and M&E reporting Supervise team members to complete projects within deadlines.
• Collaborate with other project staff, stakeholders to deliver far-reaching results and impact in line with program expectations
• Provide technical support on program activities to ensure the quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all activities.
• Ensure program staff, and partners on activities related to monitoring and evaluation, assessments, and evidence gathering.
• Capacity building to teams on effectively executing the desired outcome.

Internal coordination and collaboration:

• Coordinate and leverage AMIR program results with other initiatives.
• Ensure quarterly and annual reports to donors;
• Coordinate and collaborate closely with the Program Team, home office, and field office. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Required experiences and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, Applied Mathematics, economics, or a related field, specialized training/certification in monitoring & evaluation preferred.
• At least five years of related M&E experience, including experience and/or technical knowledge in the design and management of development projects.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, and PowerPoint, preferred skills in Python, SPSS, STATA
• Experience working with at least one ODK-based platform (such as Kobo, Survey CTO, ODK)
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to represent the project in public forums
• Strong management, communication, and negotiation skills and the ability to collect data among a number of partners
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

How to apply

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL):

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names National ID.
• Copies of the Academic documents.
• Criminal record document.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

 

Tourism and Hospitality (T&H) Finance Specialist at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

 

 

Project Driver at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Project Driver

Terms of Reference Project Driver

Title: The Project Driver will report to Human resources and Administration Officer 

Location: Kigali- Rwanda with frequent travels to implementing Districts.

Reporting: Human Resources and Administration Officer

Project name: “MSME Financing Program”

Description: 

The Project Driver is responsible for providing support in the area of staff road travel needs, ensuring the maintenance and effective running of office & field vehicles.The Project Driver will demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

Responsibilities:

• To Drive office staff and any other visitors as assigned.
• To be responsible for all office vehicles.
• To ensure that all vehicles are kept clean at all times.
• To ensure that all vehicles are roadworthy at all times.
• To follow up fuel account for office vehicles and carry out fuel reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly vehicle analysis report.
• Responsible for routine vehicle maintenance inspection checks.
• Ensure that all vehicles are clean at all times.
• Assisting in making payments as well as bank withdrawals and deposits.
• Ensuring timely statutory vehicle payments such as road taxes, vehicle insurance and fitness are affected.
• Regular and accurate updating of vehicle logbooks and transferring data on pro fleet datasheet.
• Monitoring vehicle performance.
• Preparation of the monthly personal usage of vehicles.
• the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Technical Skills

• Having achieved at least secondary school;
• Have a valid driving license;
• Have basic motor vehicle mechanical skills;
• Have at least 5 years of driving experience in the public or private organizations,
• Have willing to drive a project vehicle to all regions of Rwanda;

Have ability to communicate in English or French and Kinyarwanda;

• Have good interpersonal skills;
• Be culturally sensitive and good in character and integrity;

How to apply 

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Project Driver:

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names National ID.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

Done at Kigali on 11 April 2024.

AMIR MANAGEMENT

 

Project Accountant at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Project Accountant

Terms of Reference Project Accountant

Title: Project Accountant

Location: Kigali- Rwanda 

Reporting: The Project Account will report to the Finance Manager

Project name: “MSME Financing Program”

Description:

The Project Accountant is responsible for the successful implementation of MSME Financing Program in line with the targets and milestones. He/she will ensure that project activities are implemented within the policies and procedures of the organization, in consideration of AMIRs mission, regarding the Government policies and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.

The project Accountant’s role will be done in project implementation Districts across the country

Responsibilities:

• Create project accounts in the accounting system(SAGE 100)
• Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders
• Authorize access to project accounts
• Authorize the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to a project
• Review and approve time sheets for work related to a project
• Review and approve overhead charges to be applied to a project
• Review account totals related to project assets and expenses
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management
• Confer with receivables staff regarding unpaid contract billings
• Report to management regarding the remaining funding available for project
• Create or approve all project-related billings to customers
• Investigate all project expenses not billed to customers
• Respond to requests for more detail from customers

Approve the write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers

• Close out project accounts upon project completion
• Create and submit government reports and tax returns related to project
• Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required
• Any other accounting and finance task given

Required Qualifications, Experiences and Technical Skills:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management
• Minimum 5 years’ prior experience in project accounting.
• Knowledge of project contracts and change order documents management
• Having ACCA or CPA is an added advantage
• Proficient in data entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable and vendor payments.
• Strong communication skills.
• Key competencies are Communication, teamwork, initiative, and dependability.
• Fluent in English, French and Kinyarwanda as well as written skills.
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel and Power point presentation
• Professional skills in project and project portfolio management
• Professional skills in key account management and member acquisition
• Excellent network to key players in the finance and public sector
• Excellent self-organization, punctuality and reliability
• Having knowledge of SAGE 100(Accounting software)

How to apply 

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Project

Accountant;

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names,
• Copies of Academic Documents and certificates.
• Criminal Record Form National ID.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

 

 

Digital Financial Services Specialist at Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda (AMIR): (Deadline 21 April 2024)

Digital Financial Services Specialist

Terms of Reference Digital Financial Services Specialist

Title: Digital Financial Services Specialist

Location: Kigali- Rwanda 

Reporting: Digital Financial Services Specialist will report to Project Coordinator

Project name: “MSME Financing Program”

Description: 

The Digital Financial Services Specialist is responsible for the successful implementation of MSME Financing Program in line with the targets and milestones. He/she will ensure that project activities are implemented within the policies and procedures of the organization, in consideration of AMIR’s mission, regarding Government policies, and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.

The Digital Financial Services Specialist role will be done in project implementation Districts across the country

Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of the channels, products, and services that AMIR Members (MFIs/SACCOs) can apply to deliver digital financial services for the successfulness of MSME Financing Program
• Maintaining an understanding of technology advancements, evolutions and innovations taking place in DFS space to lead skills development process within Project partner MFIs;
• Act as the contact person for all activities relating to DFS under MSME Financing Program;
• Coordinate all Project initiatives related to DFS including the assistance of MFIs/SACCOs partners to develop their DFS strategies through a business assessment of the challenges/needs/gaps, diagnosing the root problems and recommending an approach that can leverage on project flamework k;

Manage the engagement with financial sector stakeholders on DFS;

• Manage execution of project interventions and activities in DFS;
• Work with the Technical Team in the preparation of partnerships involving Digital Financial solutions;
• Manage initiatives on change management/capacity building as they relate to DFS;
• Guide staff on technical areas as needed under the project
• Additional Responsibilities as requested by the AMIR Executive Director

Qualifications, Experience and Technical Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in informatics, ICT-related field, or any other related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in relevant professional experience (private/public) sector and/or financial sector, and/or technology solutions for business and finance, in conceptualizing, driving and implementing initiatives;
• Deep experience in Rwanda and elsewhere on deploying DFS, specific experience of working with FSP, agent networks is a plus;
• Experience in working with youth and women especially in Agriculture and rural areas
• Strong skills in digital financial products development
• Ability to initiate and adopt innovative and creative approaches to analyzing and developing solutions;
• Verbal English and Kinyarwanda communication skills with ability to work effectively at all levels;
• Strong understanding of access to finance development in Rwanda and in particular DF issues;
• Knowledge of financial institution language and culture;
• Knowledge of fintech developments in the continent;
• Knowledge of the complexities of digital ecosystems, interoperability and fintech digital ecosystems;

How to apply 

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to info@amir.org.rw not later than 21^st April 2024 at 5:00 pm.

Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Digital Financial Services Specialist;

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names,
• Notarized Academic Documents and certificates.
• Criminal Record Form National ID.
• Copies of the Academic documents.

 Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.