Country Director/Rwanda

About Corps Africa:

Founded in 2011, CorpsAfrica provides the opportunity for Africans to serve as volunteers in their own countries. We train college-educated young Africans and send them to live for up to one year in rural, high-poverty communities to facilitate small-scale, high-impact projects that are identified by local people. CorpsAfrica aims to promote a culture of public service in Africa by giving participants the opportunity to apply their education, skills, and energy toward helping their fellow citizens overcome extreme poverty. www.corpsafrica.org

CorpsAfrica has steadily expanded operations from Morocco to Senegal, Malawi, Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Uganda, and Côte d'Ivoire over the last decade. Having successfully proven the power and effectiveness of the model, CorpsAfrica has begun to receive significant funding from large donors. As we reach a point of significant inflection leading to future expansion, we seek to add motivated, capable, and highly effective staff to our team.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:

CorpsAfrica is looking for a mission-focused, seasoned, strategic, and process-minded leader to manage the CorpsAfrica program in Rwanda. The Rwanda Country Director will build on the solid foundation that has been set for the Rwanda program over the last 6 years. He/She must have a tolerance for risk and innovation, balanced with a steady commitment to mission and strategic focus. He/She will possess demonstrated passion and commitment to youth leadership development, participatory community development, impact evaluation, transparency, and accountability. The Ghana Country Director will report directly to the Regional Director of CorpsAfrica.

Classification: Full-time
Salary and Benefits: A very competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience. CorpsAfrica offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package for all staff in country roles, according to local customs and regulations.
Duty Station :Rwanda

Reports to : Regional Director, Country Offices.

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the CorpsAfrica operations in Rwanda as Country Director
• Ensure the operational and strategic plans of CorpsAfrica are met in Rwanda
• Oversee key aspects of the operation, including recruitment of the Volunteers, pre- and in-service training programs; deployment of Volunteers to selected sites in the country; working with communities and appropriate government authorities at all levels; and supporting Volunteers throughout their service – offering guidance, mentorship, networking opportunities, etc. 
• Take responsibility for and manage the resources of the organization 
• Provide strong financial oversight and management of budgets, ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient operation
• Raise funds for CorpsAfrica/Rwanda, which involves identifying and cultivating prospective donors, writing proposals, hosting events, extensive networking, etc. 
• Manage and supervise passionate, committed, and fun-loving staff members
• Collaborate with the local board for CorpsAfrica/Rwanda to advance the cause of the organization
• Represent the organization in public arenas, including local and national media
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with a diverse group of Development Partners
• Prepare and submit relevant reports about progress made to our funders
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least six years of senior management experience 
• Broad financial skills including experience with budgeting, planning and accounting
• Great leadership skills, especially in listening and humility  
• Excellent speaking and writing skills are required; computer skills are a must
• A hands-on management style and the ability to address and solve problems as they arise
• Be diplomatic, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgment as well as a sense of humor
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in a primary Rwandan dialect is important

TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and a résumé that illustrates qualifications relevant to this role through JazzHR. Deadline to apply is October 31, 2024.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CorpsAfrica encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability or any other legally protected basis.