Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 20 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Position Summary
• AKADEMIYA2063 seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Project Manager in its Department of External Relations. Under the supervision of the Director of External Relations, the candidate will support research proposal development and the coordination and management of multiple research projects at AKADEMIYA2063. This is a one-year, renewable appointment based at AKADEMIYA2063’s headquarters in Kigali, Rwanda or at our Regional office in Dakar, Senegal. The final position title will be based on experience. Interested applicants must have the proper authorization to work in either location.

Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:
• Facilitate the preparation of proposals that meet donor requirements.
• Assist in the drafting research proposals.
• Prepare and monitor project work plans, project monitoring and learning plans, project calendars, and timelines.
• Communicate donor and project requirements to Scientists and Collaborators.
• Monitor project implementation and compliance with donor requirements.
• Coordinate timely project progress reporting among Scientists and Collaborators.
• Assist in drafting project progress reports and ensure timely submission of reports to donors.
• Coordinate arrangements and logistics for project meetings.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining key project documents and project websites.
• Assist in planning and organizing project workshops and training.
• Assist in preparing project outcome stories, brochures, reports, and presentations.
• Respond to requests for information about research projects.
• Maintain project minutes and related materials; and
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Selection Criteria
• Master’s Degree in Applied Economics, Economics, International Development, Business Management, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in developing research proposals.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating or managing multiple research projects involving multiple partners.
• Familiarity with agricultural and rural development issues in Africa.
• Knowledge of donor proposal and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of project management methods and techniques.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Team-oriented spirit and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and complete deliverables on time
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences; and
• Professional level of attention to detail and accuracy of work.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency in French
• Project Management Professional Certification

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
• If you are interested in this position, please send your detailed e-mail application, CV, and cover letter, in English, by August 16, 2023, to careers@akademiya2063.org  . Please include the position title in the subject line.

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