Youth Empowerment Project Coordinator at World Vision International Rwanda: (Deadline 29 May 2022)

% of time

Activity

End Results

30%

Planning and Financial Management:

Ensure accurate project plans (DIPs and budgets) are fully aligned to Technical Programs, National Office Strategy and donor requirement

• Plans have clear and realistic indicators, targets and budgets.
• Timely submission of plans required by the Donor and other Partners.
• Alignment of project plans and budget with donor requirement and WV strategy.

45%

Project Execution 

Ensure effective implementation of the project, ensuring coordination between Grant (PNS), cluster, and the district technical staff.

• Project implemented according to plans (Activities, Targets and cash flow/budget) with variance not exceeding 10%.
• Ensure the implementation is well coordinated and supervisees have required support.

• Ensure Quality project reports are submitted on time (Quality Monthly, quarterly, semi/annual and Annual reports).
• Implement planned Project Model as Planned.

15%

Resource Mobilization, Partnering & Reporting 

Promote external engagement with key Livelihood and Resilience related stakeholders, particularly Technical working group, Social Technical Working Group (TWG). Participate in  SO technical meetings as required.

• Contribute to the development and review of concept papers and proposals for funding agencies for project new phases.
• All Project action plans and reports are approved by districts/RGB on time through the Cluster.
• Representing the project in the meeting with partners and local leadership.
• Support the project in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning processes
• Develop tools that can facilitate effective implementation and produce quality project deliverables.

10%

People management

Support direct reports in the development and their capacity building with the support of the line Manager.

• Staff report on duty on time and spend approved working hours in the project.
• 100% staff have PFP done on time and with quality.
• 100% staff annual leaves planned for and taken.

Required Professional Experience

• Strong background in Project management, social protection, Livelihood promotion, and Sustainable agriculture and/or innovating community development
• Experience in designing and leading Social Behavior Change Communication programs.
• Excellent project management skills and good understanding of the project life cycle
• Good knowledge of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion principles
• Excellent supervision skills, including training, mentoring and supporting staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills.

Required Education,

training, license,

registration, and

certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Development studies, Economy and agriculture or related fields.
• At least 3 years working with Development NGOs in Youth Empowerment, Livelihood and resilience projects and leading teams.

Preferred Knowledge

and Qualifications

• Master Degree in Project Management, Development Studies or others development related discipline.
• Experience networking with stakeholders.
• Having managed and led Similar Project in the same area of operation in an added value
• Experience in developing sound proposal and concept notes.