DIOCESE CATHOLIQUE DE GIKONGORO

ADMINISTRATION

B.P 77 GIKONGORO

RWANDA

TEL. (250) 780449919 

JOB OPPORTUNITY OF A FIELD OFFICER IN THE PROJECT OF ENHANCING WOMEN’S CAPACITY FOR THEIR EFFECTIVE PARTICIPATION IN DECISION MAKING 

1. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND 

• Overview 

CDJP Gikongoro is an instrument of the Diocese which aims at contributing in peace building since 2003 through different programs especially unity and reconciliation one. It has been put in place in 1995 just after the genocide perpetrated against Tutsi in April 1994 in order to respond to the people needs of the moment and those of upcoming times.

CDJP Gikongoro has an added value of being structured since the Ecclesial community level to the Diocese level meaning that it is present always in the community serving people since its creation.

CDJP Gikongoro is governed by its general assembly and its board, which have both the Bishop as the President of BoDs and Legal representative of CDJP Gikongoro.

1.2. Our vision

The Commission of Justice and Peace is a service working under Catholic Diocese of Gikongoro that focusses on “ruling truth , justice, liberty and charity;  elements which can ensure that human beings have solid and veritable peace, in the light of the evangelic message of Jesus Christ” .

1.3. Our mission

The mission of Justice and Peace Commission of Gikongoro Diocese is to work for the construction of lasting peace, through the establishment of a rule of law resulting from education for justice, peace and reconciliation, the defense for the human rights, especially among the poor and vulnerable, denunciation of injustice and the large-scale dissemination of the social teaching of Catholic Church.

In order to support in the fulfillment of its mission, through its project of “Enhancing women’s capacity for their effective participation in decision making” which is implemented in Kibunbwe and Mbazi sectors in Nyamagabe district and in Busanze and Nyabimata sectors in Nyaruguru district, the Justice and Peace Commission of Gikongoro Diocese is seeking to recruit a competent and professional staff in the position of the “Field Officer”. 

2. MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Field Officer ensures the proper preparation and implementation of the commission’s action plans (and activities) as well as their monitoring, evaluation and reporting. The person hence ensures a high level of quality of the commission’s work. 

The Field officer will be in charge of:

1. Participate in joint planning organized by CDJP and other partners implementing women empowerment and resource right programs in Nyaruguru district;
2. Organize trainings and support the implementation of all the work done in the community through the project mentioned above ;
3. Represent the project and CDJP as well at community, cell and sector level and/or in open days or retreat organized by the district;
4. Regularly monitor the implementation of the Project Action Plan and budget;
5. Produce periodic reports as well as special reports linked to specific events, such as trainings and workshops;
6. Participate in different trainings and workshops aiming at building her capacity organized either by CDJP or other partners including Trocaire;
7. Documentation of project success stories. 
8. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in the field of Development Studies, Social sciences, Education, Psychology, Peace building or any other related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the field of women empowerment, conflict transformation and/or working with women and/or girls.

 Skills & Capabilities

• Creative and women centered with the ability to develop quality reports;
• Practical knowledge in working with Microsoft Office: word, excel, power point, etc.;
• Fluent in speaking and writing English and Kinyarwanda. The knowledge of French is an added value;
• Theoretical and practical knowledge in analyzing, planning, monitoring and evaluating activities with a focus on their impact;
• Basic experience in the management of project funds, including budget development, budget monitoring and accounting;
• Ability to effectively manage several tasks at the same time and to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Be enthusiastic about working in an extremely dynamic environment by showing a high level of creativity and reliability;
• Have a good sense of negotiation and be able to create fruitful working relationships, both internally and externally;
• Experience of working with Civil Society organizations and  local NGOs;
• Ability to work in a team.

4. OTHER CONDITIONS

• Having a driving license Class A;
• Being in the category of 21 to 40 years old;
• Being based in Nyaruguru especially ready to work in remote areas of Busanze and Nyabimata sectors;
• Being a women. 

5. APPLICATION

Interested candidates should submit the following documents: 

• An Application Letter addressed to His Excellency Bishop of  Catholic Diocese of Gikongoro;
• A Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three Referees;
• Copy of  degree;
• Photocopy of Identity Card;
• Copy of Driving License card (category A);
• Other Professional Certificates.

Deadline: Application Documents should reach to Central Secretariat of all services of Gikongoro Diocese no later than 30^th April 2023 at 4pm.

Note:

• Application documents should be delivered to Central Secretariat of all services of Gikongoro Diocese nearby Gasaka Sector office in Nyamagabe District.
• Only qualified candidates as outlined above will be considered.
• Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted not later than 03^thMay 2023.

Done at Gikongoro, 17^th April 2023.

Mgr Eugène DUSHIMURUKUNDO

Administrative Director of Catholic Diocese