Decentralization and Local Government Coordinator, Rwanda

Job Description

Decentralization and Local Government Coordinator, Rwanda

Company Profile: Management Systems International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Today, it has over 100 projects under management worldwide and its technical expertise has been expanded to include implementation of a range of analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth, organizational capacity building, education, and natural resource management. At the beginning of 2008, MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., a global multi-disciplinary professional services organization with offices in 20 countries around the world. MSI became a part of Coffey International Development (Coffey ID), one of seven divisions which comprise the Coffey Group. Together, we aspire to create extraordinary outcomes for our clients, our staff and the communities in which we work. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at .

Project/Proposal Summary:

MSI is recruiting a Decentralization and Local Government Coordinator for an anticipated USAID Strengthening Civic Participation program in Rwanda. The Decentralization and Local Government Coordinator will be based in Kigali, Rwanda and is expected to remain in the position for the duration of this three year program. The objective of the project is to positively impact the country's Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Ruling Justly indicators, specifically political rights, civil liberties, and accountability.

Position Summary:

The DLGC will work with the project's Senior Technical Advisor to coordinate all project decentralization and governance activities. This includes working with national ministries, local government officials, and district commissions to identify district-level needs, design outreach and training, and increase opportunities for public input. The DLGC will oversee and evaluate training provided by local and international trainers. The position also includes training and mentoring field staff, working with program grants staff to establish and manage a grants management system, reporting on grant activities, and working with the Finance Manager to ensure financial integrity of the program. The DLGC may be asked to represent the project as required at project sponsored events and at meetings and events organized by project partners and other relevant organizations.

***This is a local position. Only Rwandan citizens will be considered***

Responsibilities:

• Indentifying local government needs and opportunities for increased government openness;
• Coordinating training programs and providing training to local government officials;
• Contributing to design of and overseeing activities to promote civic participation;
• Liaising with program Grants staff to select and disseminate grants to local CSOs;
• Supervising field staff working with local governments;
• Conducting site visits to monitor program activities and provide technical assistance.
• Coordinating with the USAID and Government of Rwanda in aspects of project planning, monitoring, and execution as directed by the COP;
• Contributing to the preparation of reports to meet USAID requirements.

Qualifications:

• 5 years progressive experience in activities related to local governance, decentralization, or civic participation in Africa or a similar setting;
• Demonstrated background in district government capacity building, prior experience with the Ministry of Local Government, Community Development and Social Affairs (MINALOC), and understanding of decentralization processes
• Substantive experience in qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies;
• University-level English and French - speaking, reading, and writing;
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda;
• Demonstrated experience working on USAID or other donor-funded projects;
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office programs, Internet, and email applications.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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