HELASIA Project Officer at Federation Handicap International (HI): (Deadline 25 September 2022)
JOB OFFER
HELASIA Project Officer
Handicap International Federation (operating under the name Humanity & Inclusion- HI) is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside disabled and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.
HI Rwanda started its operation in 1994. We currently present in all 30 districts conducting our activities through 7 different projects. We work in Inclusive Education, Nurturing Care, Physical Rehabilitation, Mental health & psychosocial support, Specific needs and Inclusive governance. We work in partnership with Disabled Peoples Organisations (DPOs), communities, local leaders, non-governmental organisations, the United Nations and the Rwanda government.
The HELASIA Project
Health, Education and Livelihoods in Africa: a Sustainable Inclusion Approach. The project is focused on generating conclusive experience and change in the participation of people with disabilities by demonstrating the interaction and interdependence between advocacy for people with disabilities’ rights and practical efforts in supporting them to obtain access to quality, inclusive services. To achieve this, in consultation with its national and regional organisations of persons with disabilities (OPD) partners, the project focuses on five different sub-Saharan African countries, each with its own challenges and particularities, to define access to service interventions in health, education, and livelihoods – with the balance between each sector the reflection of the specific priorities identified in each country. The experiences gained will thence form the basis for rigorous learning development and exchange between the countries, both to reinforce country-level practices, as well as to provide practical evidence to advocate for change at Africa regional level.
In this line, HI is looking for a Project Officer/Health, Education & Livelihoods Africa: A Sustainable Inclusion Approach (HELASIA).
Job summary
Position: Project officer
Report to: HELASIA Project Manager
Team size: ~6 persons
Internal linkage: Technical Unit, Support services department and Project teams
External linkage: Local Partners, Donor, Government Bodies, Authorities
Location: Rwanda – Kigali.
General mission
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Reporting to the Project Manager, the project officer contributes to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion in the Rwanda Programme. The project officer contributes to the implementation of the Health, Education &Livelihoods Africa: A Sustainable Inclusion Approach (HELASIA) project, ensuring the optimal quality and the impact of the project. S/he works closely with the Project technical team both at national and regional level. |
Main and responsibilities
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Responsibility 1: Contribute to project planning and implementation in line with the existing frameworks
Responsibility 2: Financial management
Responsibility 3: Contribute to project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL)
Responsibility 4: Ensure project data management
Responsibility 5: Contribute to the coordination of project teams
Responsibility 6: Contribute to external project communication
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Required for the job
Qualification:
Bachelor degree or equivalent in project management, development, psychology, social sciences and other related fields with similar experiences
Experience:
- Experience in managing projects/activities of support to civil society specifically Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), advocacy for inclusiveness of policies and policy change, inclusive access to services and personalized support of persons with disabilities within a national and/or international institution for at least 3 years.
- Experience in inclusive development projects and project cycle.
- Excellent knowledge of the field of disability rights, disability inclusion, inclusive governance and the Inclusive Local Development (ILD) and Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) approaches.
- Familiarity with the country context namely good knowledge of national policies related to disability and access to inclusive health, education and livelihoods services in Rwanda, as well as building relationships with the national and local actors.
- Good writing skills and fluency in French and English.
- Experience in planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning of at least 3 years in a local or international NGO.
- Experience working with Organisations of Persons with Disabilities and public and private institutions (at least 2 years).
- Experience of working with the Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC) and the National Council of Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) is a plus.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: international instruments related to disability, national policies and legal framework on disability, personalized support of persons with disabilities, promotion of livelihood opportunities for persons with disabilities, etc.
Personal qualities:
- Strong capacity building skills and interest in knowledge transfer using participatory approaches.
- Verbal communication and good interpersonal skills (ease of contact with others).
- Ability to work in a team both at national and regional levels, and to involve stakeholders and partners.
- Sense of priorities and organization.
- Motivation for the development of sectoral policies.
- Sense of diplomacy and maturity.
- Creativity, flexibility, Patience and optimism.
Application Process
How to apply Please send an updated CV (3 pages max, including three professional references.) with a cover letter addressed to the country manager and copy of diploma and certificates. Send to: recrutement@rwanda.hi.org with subject: HELASIAPROFF092022 no later than 25.09.2022 at midi night.
About our Organisation values and principles
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is a solidarity organization international committed to the rights of persons with disabilities, of people in a situation of vulnerability, and in general for human rights. Respect and the dignity of people concerned and beneficiaries of the actions and communities are at the heart of the staff and collaborators of HI, in all contexts of intervention.Our code of conduct is a key element to the implementation of the institutional policies that set out the fundamental principles in the protection of our beneficiaries – especially the most vulnerable – against any form of abuse be of power, harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, by our own staff. These policies include, but are not limited to:
– Protection of Beneficiaries against Exploitation and Abuse Sexual
– Child Protection
– Fight against Fraud and Corruption.
All our representatives are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our code of conduct. Any violations of those policy will be treated seriously.N.B: In respect of the law into force, persons with disabilities will be given a priority if they prove professional competences as equally as other candidates in tests and interviews. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.Only Short-listed Candidates will be contacted. Mélanie GEISERCountry Manager
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