Vacancy title:
Project Coordinator
Jobs at:
HAGURUKA
Deadline of this Job:
25th January 2019
Summary
Date Posted: 23rd January 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time , Currency: RwF
JOB DETAILS:
Background
HAGURUKA is a Non-Governmental Organization whose mission is to promote and defend the rights of women and children.
The headquarters is located in Kigali at KIMIRONKO with 4 Local Regional Offices in 4 Districts, such as KAYONZA, NYANZA, MUSANZE and NYAMASHEKE.
Funded by Netherland Embassy-Rwanda through RCN J&D, Haguruka is implementing a project entitled Ubutabera Bwegereye Abaturage (UBU).
The objective of UBU is to:
• Strength access to justice by increasing awareness of the citizens (especially women and vulnerable groups) about their rights and the functioning of the proximity justice system, and
• Strength the capacity of CSOs working in the justice sector to carry out advocacy and influence positive changes in the justice system, particularly by promoting gender equality and women's empowerment. In line with the above background, Haguruka would like to recruit One (1) Project Coordinator who will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and coordination of all activities of the project.
typical Responsibilities
• Coordinate the overall management of the project which includes but not limited to:
• Coordination of project activities as outlined in the project Log frame,
• Planning of project activities and supervise the implementation to achieve the anticipated results,
• Ensures that project administrative processes are carried out in conformity with the agreed standards and policies, to ensure alignment to the project objectives,
• Ensure that project component are implemented according to the project plans, and taking assertive corrective action in the case of missed deliverables,
• Responsible for regular project budget follow up and verification of expenditures to ensure that funds are spent as planned,
• Produce monthly, quarterly and annual reports in relation to the project activities
• Facilitate information sharing and keep good communications between Haguruka, partners; and donors,
• Work closely with M&E to ensure timely data collection, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting;
• Ensuring that any success stories suitable for publicity purposes are properly recorded
• Ensuring that lessons learned are documented and disseminated for Haguruka‘s visibility
• Responsible for the effective implementation of project activities in the field
• Participate and coordinate project visits and related meetings as well as supervises the performance of project frontline staff
• Represent Haguruka at any delegated workshops, meetings etc
Required Qualifications and specific skills
• Bachelor degree in Project management; Development Studies or other related fields,
• Proven experience and extensive project management and coordination skills,
• Minimum of three {3} years of working experience in the domain or similar position,
• Proven experience in budget tracking,
• Excellent time-management, organizational skills and good command in project management,
• Working experience in a similar role and experience in working with Non-governmental organizations or NGOs would be an added advantage,
• Excellent reporting skills and Proficient in computer skills (M-Excel, MS-Word, & PowerPoint),
• Good facilitation, participatory approaches, interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills;
• Good capacity of strategic thinking, networking and making sound judgment and recommendations;
• Ability to organize own work independently and willingness to work beyond normal working hours
• Ability to work in diversity and to respect donors requirements
• Strong team building and motivational skills
• Capable to work under pressure,
• Excellent writing and communication skills (fluent in English Kinyarwanda, knowledge of French is an asset).
Knowledge Competencies
• Knowledge in Gender in particular and in human right based approach to development,
• Demonstrate experience in developing strategies and designing program interventions, including monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrate the ability to assess best practice, document and disseminate lessons learned
Indicators for success
• Effective budget management
• Effective project planning and Timely Reporting
• Good relationships and communication with Donors
• Good relationships and communication with project partners
• Project targets and outcomes are achieved
• Effective learning and monitoring system in place
• Best practices are well documented and shared
Behavior
• Team player with good collaboration and learning skills,
• Highly effective networking and interpersonal skills,
• Timely and effective delivery
• Gain, develop and retain credibility about performance
• Commitment to women‘s right and child protection
• Courtesy, honesty, and integrity, effective and clear communication
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Job application procedure
Interested candidates should send their applications enclosed with a cover letter explaining why they are interested in the post and summarizing the personal attributes which make them ideally suited for the role, Curriculum Vitae, Academic documents and other important
certificates.
The application should be addressed to the Legal representative of Haguruka and delivered to Haguruka‘s office located at Kimironko District, KG 11- AV 9, Or Via email: info@haguruka.org.rw by close of business day on 25/01/2019.
Women are encouraged to apply
N.B: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the exam.
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