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Organization Overview Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting governments, communities, and the private sector. RTI's Sustainable Growth & Resilience (SG&R) technical unit within the International Development Group (IDG) brings together RTI experts and capabilities across food security, agriculture, energy, environment, water, governance, and economic opportunity. SG&R will leverage RTI's experience designing and delivering multisectoral programming and technical solutions to respond to climate change, build resilience, and promote economic growth around the world. Within SG&R, the Global Food Security and Agriculture team is working to strengthen agricultural markets, engage youth and women as critical leaders of the on- and off-farm workforce, and tackle the dual burden of malnutrition around the globe. Project Description The purpose of the recently awarded Feed the Future Rwanda Kungahara Uhanga Akazi (KUA) Activity is to address the problem of insufficient employment opportunities and limited entrepreneurial success for Rwandans. KUA will facilitate capacity development for Rwandans – particularly women, youth, and persons with disabilities – in key technical and soft skills required to participate in a modern workforce and will catalyze new entry and growth of inclusive enterprises. The program will be based in Rwanda. Position Description

Responsiblities
• Supports the Finance and Administration Manager to ensure appropriate systems are in place for timely and cost-effective disbursement, accounting, budgeting, and reporting of project funds in compliance with local and USAID regulations.
• Provide functional support for RTI’s finance and accounting function.
• Manage expenses and other financial transactions, mainly involving expense entry, tracking, and record keeping.
• Reviews expenses and financial transactions to ensure they are compliant with RTI procedures and terms of the agreement
• Support partner (e.g., subcontractor, vendor, grantee) financial management, in coordination with the Finance and Admin Manager, Procurement Specialist, and Grants Manager
• Prepare and submit monthly expense reports to the RTI home office.
• Review expenses and financial transactions to ensure they are compliant with RTI procedures and terms of the agreement.
• Maintain inventory tracking system and conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance with RTI procedures and terms of the agreement.
• Perform the cash management functions required in maintaining RTI bank accounts. 
• Manage petty cash accounts.
• Recommend improvements related to the project’s financial management to regional controller based on compliance review findings to improve quality of reporting
• Review and submit monthly bank reconciliations.
• Respond to requests from the Regional Controller and other business partners.
• In collaboration with the Finance and Admin Manager, provide training materials for other project staff and partners as needed to improve financial management."> Desired Qualifications, Skills And Competencies
• Master’s degree and 1 year of experience, or bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience.
• Previous experience with USAID-funded programs, and articulate with USAID policies and procedures related to financial management, financial reporting, and grants.
• Results-oriented and focused, with the ability to consistently follow and apply the guidelines and controls required of the position.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Budgeting, financial analysis, and excellent MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access skills required.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks preferred).
• Ability to work well in team environment and train others in financial reporting.
• Demonstrated team player with effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills; able to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Verbal and written fluency in English
• Strong organizational, communications, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Additional Information

Communication & Knowledge Management Coordinator
Organization Overview Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting governments, communities, and the private sector. RTI's Sustainable Growth & Resilience (SG&R) technical unit within the International Development Group (IDG) brings together RTI experts and capabilities across food security, agriculture, energy, environment, water, governance, and economic opportunity. SG&R will leverage RTI's experience designing and delivering multisectoral programming and technical solutions to respond to climate change, build resilience, and promote economic growth around the world. Within SG&R, the Global Food Security and Agriculture team is working to strengthen agricultural markets, engage youth and women as critical leaders of the on- and off-farm workforce, and tackle the dual burden of malnutrition around the globe. Project Description The purpose of the recently-awarded $17.4M Feed the Future Rwanda Kungahara Uhanga Akazi Activity is to address the problem of insufficient employment opportunities and limited entrepreneurial success for Rwandans. KUA will facilitate capacity development for Rwandans – particularly women, youth, and persons with disabilities – in key technical and soft skills required to participate in a modern workforce and will catalyze new entry and growth of inclusive enterprises. The program will be based in Rwanda. Position Description


RTI is hiring a Communication and Knowledge Management Coordinator on the Feed the Future Rwanda Kungahara Uhanga Akazi Activity. The Communication and Knowledge Management Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing a project Communications Strategy to raise public awareness of the Activity; document and disseminate success stories and lessons learned; and motivate businesses to grow inclusively. This position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, and will report to the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Manager. Responsibilities of the Communication and Knowledge Management Coordinator include, but are not limited to:
• Develop and implement the Activity’s Communications Strategy and Communications Work Plan to achieve the results and objectives of the project. Revise and adapt the strategy as needed.
• Collaborate with the COP and technical teams to define communications requirements and needs, develop communications tools for various platforms (e.g., radio, electronic media, print media, TV), gather information from project partners for communication products, and facilitate design of appropriate communications products.
• Develop terms of reference and specifications for any external resources needed to develop communication products as defined in the Communications Strategy.
• Provide progress reports on implementation of the Communications Strategy and Work Plan to project management.
• Ensure the Activity’s Branding and Marking Plan is followed on all project documents, reports, and public information materials. Train project staff and partners on branding and marking requirements.
• Develop a knowledge management database for the project and collect, compile, and maintain materials from team members for internal and external sharing.
• Promote knowledge sharing throughout the project’s departments/units by helping develop and strengthen links between them to facilitate exchange of information
• Liaise with media personnel as needed."> Qualifications
• Master’s degree and 1 year of experience, or bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience
• Ability to effectively design and manage different communication formats.
• Ability to simplify complex issues for communication across diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate high sensitivity and tolerance to cultural, religious, racial, national origin, age, and gender issues.
• Demonstrated team player with effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills; able to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse audiences.
• Verbal and written fluency in English, along with strong communications, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Additional Information

Grants Manager
Organization Overview Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting governments, communities, and the private sector. RTI's Sustainable Growth & Resilience (SG&R) technical unit within the International Development Group (IDG) brings together RTI experts and capabilities across food security, agriculture, energy, environment, water, governance, and economic opportunity. SG&R will leverage RTI's experience designing and delivering multisectoral programming and technical solutions to respond to climate change, build resilience, and promote economic growth around the world. Within SG&R, the Global Food Security and Agriculture team is working to strengthen agricultural markets, engage youth and women as critical leaders of the on- and off-farm
workforce, and tackle the dual burden of malnutrition around the globe. Project Description The purpose of the recently-awarded Feed the Future Rwanda Kungahara Uhanga Akazi (KUA) Activity is to address the problem of insufficient employment opportunities and limited entrepreneurial success for Rwandans. KUA will facilitate capacity development for Rwandans – particularly women, youth, and persons with disabilities – in key technical and soft skills required to participate in a modern workforce and will catalyze new entry and growth of inclusive enterprises. The program will be based in Rwanda. Position Description

RTI is hiring a Grants Manager on the Feed the Future Rwanda Kungahara Uhanga Akazi (KUA) Activity. The Grants Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day supervision, guidance, and monitoring of all grant funds and activities . This position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, and will report to the Finance and Administration Manager. Responsibilities of the Grants Manager include, but are not limited to:
• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and monitoring of all grant funds and activities from set-up to closeout.
• Proactively leads grants management to ensure all documentation is accurate and complete, and all processes are implemented in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure all grants are administered in compliance with USAID policies and procedures, KUA contract requirements, RTI policies, and other regulations.
• Oversee grants management process & subcontracts for local organizations, including grant proposal tracking, review, and approval process.
• Ensure timely communication with potential applicants with a customer service-focus;
• Maintain financial management files for grants and ensure audit trail for all necessary grant documentation.
• Ensure timely financial disbursements and compliance with grants financial management policies, monitor all grant expenses, and provide regular updates on grant status.
• Oversee the project grants calendar and ensure that internal and external meetings, debriefs, and conferences are scheduled in advance and are communicated to applicants and grantees.
• Oversee the procurement of in-kind goods and services to be granted to project beneficiaries, obtaining technical input on specifications, costs and quality. Ensure the timely and documented delivery of any in-kind good or services to beneficiaries.
• Monitor USAID ADS 303 and make recommendations for changes to the grants manual; keep the grants manual up to date with all current templates
• Maintain grant trackers for the pipeline and payment projections for grant management and fund disbursements; ensure trackers are update and accurate on a weekly basis.
• Write sections of USAID performance reports and work plans related to the grants (on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis).
• Support internal training programs for project staff by identifying specific needs and preparing training materials
• Provide technical assistance as required to build capacity of local partners & grantees in grants management."> Desired Qualifications, Skills And Competencies
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field with 10 to years of experience; or bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience.
• At least five years of experience in grants design and administration, management, and distribution of grants.
• At least three years of experience working with USAID grants under contract with a focus in agriculture or economic growth preferred.
• Working knowledge of USAID grants management procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Experience working with technology companies, research organizations, entrepreneurs, venture capital funds, civil society organizations and local communities.
• Good knowledge of development issues in the program regions.
• Strong oral/written communication skills in English and ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels internally and externally, with customer-focused support.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Solution-oriented and strong leader; able to work without supervision and take initiatives while maintaining a collaborative approach.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications with the ability to develop and implement various grants management tools and resources.
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems such as QuickBooks preferred.  

Additional Information
• Maximum Salary: $115,000
• Minimum Salary: $93,000
Job Info
Job Category: Accounting/ Finance jobs in Rwanda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 27 July 2022
Duty Station: Kigali
Posted: 21-07-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 21-07-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 21-07-2065
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