JOB DESCRIPTION PROFILE

UQADR Technical Project Manager

If you have a taste for challenges, a real commitment to development and a deep sensitivity towards vulnerable people in general and persons with disabilities in particular, then this recruitment notice is for you!

Fédération Handicap International, which implements its programs under its operational, branding name of "Humanity & Inclusion" (HI), is seeking a UQADR Technical Project Manager for Unlocking Access to Quality and Affordable Assistive Devices through 3D Technology in refugee camps of Rwanda (UQADR) project

Position background

The UQADR Technical Project Manager will contribute to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion in Rwanda. Particularly, s/he will ensure quality, control and impact of the project entitled “Unlocking Access to Quality and Affordable Assistive Devices through 3D Technology in refugee camps of Rwanda (UQADR). This project is very much in line with the strategic vision of the Ministry of Health, as it will enable the Rwandan government to address rehabilitation needs. Through this partnership, the Ministry of Health will implement the WHO’s "Rehabilitation in Health Systems - A Guide for Action" and achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 ‘’Health and Well-being’’. The project aligns with HI’s Federal Strategy (2016-2025), which focuses on innovation. This Assistive Technology (AT) 3D project aims to reinforce the initiatives previously undertaken by HI in the field of Rehabilitation in Rwanda.

The project will be implemented in all refugee camps of Rwanda (Mahama I & II in Kirehe district and Nyabiheke in Gatsibo district in the Eastern Province, Mugombwa in Gisagara district and Kigeme in Nyamagabe district in the South, Kiziba in Karongi district in the West), two urban areas (Kigali and Huye) as well as in Gashora transit site in Bugesera District (East).

Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, the UQADR Project Manager will be fully responsible of ensuring that the UQADR project’s sound management and effective coordination.

INFORMATION REGARDING THE POST

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE HI RWANDA PROGRAMME

Federation Handicap International, operating under the name of "Humanity & Inclusion" (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and commits itself to meet their basic needs, to improve their living conditions and to promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights

HI started operating in Rwanda after the aftermath of the genocide perpetrated against Tutsi in July 1994. From 1994 to 1996, HI worked alongside many other NGOs to provide emergency assistance to a population plunged in extreme distress, misery and poverty. From 1996 to 2000, the country experienced a period of relative social, political and administrative stability, during which HI engaged in long-term activities and aimed at improving the living conditions of vulnerable people, particularly those with mental health problems, HIV / AIDS, by providing them with appropriate support. Since 2001, HI has been contributing to the development of the country, expanding its activities and developing projects to prevent violence through a community-based approach, promoting education for all, community-based rehabilitation, training of occupational therapists, fighting against gender-based violence, protecting children from abuse and violence - especially children with disabilities, promoting inclusive nutrition, ECD and nurturing care. In addition to these areas, HI also wishes to enter the field of technology and innovation by focusing on 3D printing and tele-rehabilitation.

BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The project « Unlocking Access to Quality and Affordable Assistive Devices through 3D Technology in refugee camps of Rwanda » is a pilot for manufacturing prostheses and orthoses in Rwanda. The project will promote additive manufacturing in AT. The process will rely on the fused filament technology, better known by the acronym FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling).

The UQADR project aims to (i) strengthen the capacity of the national system to pilot the use of 3D scanning, digital design and 3D printing in Rwanda and conduct advocacy with the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) so as they consider the importance of 3D technology as a way to ease the burden of accessing assistive aids/ devices not covered by the Community Health Insurance (MUSA) for refugees and other vulnerable host community people, (ii) train rehabilitation professionals on the use of the 3D scanning, Digital Designand printing, (iii) produce quality and cost-effective assistive aids (prosthetics & orthotics) & (iv) sensitize the supported refugees and host community members to utilize the assistive devices better and equally participate in various services available in their respective communities.

WORKING ENVIROMENT

Work mates

The UQADR Technical Project Manager will be placed under the hierarchical responsibility of the Operations Manager. She/he will act in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, the Finance Manager, the HR Manager, the Project Managers, HI HQ and Regional specialists, the project teams and HI partners.  

Technical support

The UQADR Technical Project Manager will be technically supported by the HI Global and Regional Rehabilitation Specialists, respectively based at the Headquarter and the East African Region in Kampala (Uganda).

Transport facilities

The UQADR Project Manager will sometimes have to move in upcountry areas to visit 3D project activities in the field.

Key and main responsibilities of the UQDAR Technical Project Manager

The main responsibilities of the UQADR Technical Project Manager will include but not limited to:

Responsibility 1: Management

1.1 Line-manages the project’s team members (2): sets individual objectives, evaluates individual performance, contributes towards the professional & career development of his/her team members, monitors competences

1.2 Organises and leads regular team meetings

1.3 Manages the recruitment and selection of new team members

1.4 Ensures strict application and respect of the programme’s Internal Regulations by the project team.

Responsibility 2: Expertise

2.1 Provides the technical expertise for his/her project (able to use evidence-based practice to provide clinical assessment, prescription, technical design, and fabrication of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices)

1. Ensures that the activities implemented comply with international technical norms and standards
2. Adapts the project documentation to international technical norms and standards, when necessary
3. Runs technical training for his/her staff when relevant
4. Is in charge of the technical quality and relevance of project activities implemented within his scope of expertise
5. Ensures technical learning from projects by drawing on lessons learned and good practices
6. Makes sure global and field technical specialists get the information they require and collaborates with Technical Divisions when necessary
7. Adjusts his/her activities to audit/ project review recommendations
8. Is in charge of the technical quality of services providers to HI’s beneficiaries

2.2 Helps to coordinate technical professional development of the Project Physical Rehabilitation Professional and the 3D Technician in their everyday work

2.3 Manages relationships with technical authorities, local partners or other stakeholders including ministerial authorities, referral and district hospitals, rehabilitation centres, ARTEC 3 D, HVP GATAGARA, RSPO, to name but a few.

2.4. Technically advises multidisciplinary assessment teams in charge of assessing the patient’s needs and workshop professionals to make the prosthesis using appropriate materials

2.5. Providers crosscutting technical support to other projects implemented by HI (INECD with CRS, Homes & Communities with WVR, Nurturing Care- funded by DGD, RIMSCASSA- funded by GFFO, EXACTE- funded by UNICEF).

Responsibility 3: Implementation and monitoring

3.1 Ensures project implementation, in collaboration with the relevant services and in line with general standards and procedures

1. Ensures the planning of activities and establishes action plans
2. Ensures that activities are implemented in line with the UQADR project proposal, timeline and the allocated budget
3. Ensures that activities are implemented according to internal quality and technical standards and, if necessary, proposes adjustment or improvements to help meet objectives
4. Prepares and monitors partnership agreements with implementing partners and other potential partners
5. Ensures the effective implementation and follow up of institutional policies (PSEA, mandatory cross-cutting approaches, etc.) on his/her project
6. Coordinates and collaborates with relevant internal services, especially logistics, HR, finance and technical resources

3.2 Ensures project data management

1. Ensures that the appropriate data collection and management tools are in place on the project, in line with global standards
2. Ensures that data related to the project is collected and compiled in the project database
3. Carries out regular verifications and makes any necessary corrections in the activity database

3.3 Ensures project reporting

1. Monitors the achievement of results and indicators, as per the logical framework
2. Is in charge of producing the appropriate reporting tools: monthly situation report, PM Box
3. Reports regularly to the line manager
4. Writes reports for the funding agencies when relevant and monitors donor deadlines (grants, reporting, audits) concerning the project
5. Guarantees the proper archiving of information

3.4 Prepares and steers project evaluation and capitalisation

1. Plans and monitors project evaluations
2. Produces project capitalisation and learning from experience

Responsibility 4: Influence and communication

1. Contributes to HI’s external influence by participating in relevant networks
2. Communicates on the project to partners, authorities and stakeholders involved in the UQADR implementation

Responsibility 5: Strategy and business development

1. Contributes to programme or country operational strategy (StratOp)
2. Drafts new project proposals for the continuity or expansion of the project
3. Contributes to the drafting of new proposals for new opportunities

Expected profile

About our organisation

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is a solidarity organization international committed to the rights of persons with disabilities, of people in a situation of vulnerability, and in general for human rights. Respect and the dignity of people concerned and beneficiaries of the actions and communities are at the heart of the staff and collaborators of HI, in all contexts of intervention.

Our code of conduct is a key element to the implementation of the institutional policies that set out the fundamental principles in the protection of our beneficiaries - especially the most vulnerable - against any form of abuse be of power, harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, by our own staff. These policies include, but are not limited to:

• Protection of Beneficiaries against Exploitation and Abuse Sexual
• Child Protection
• Fight against Fraud and Corruption. 

All our representatives are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our code of conduct. Any violations of those policy will be treated seriously. 

Terms and conditions of submission

The application file must include a letter of motivation addressed to the Country Manager of HI in Rwanda, accompanied by the coordinates of 3 professional references related to the position, certificates of services rendered, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a copy of each diploma (3 pages max). Complete applications must be submitted by e-mail no later than midnight on 11^th June 2023; to the following addresses: recrutement@rwanda.hi.org with in subject: UQADRTPM-HI-202305

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted to take the tests.

N.B: HI strongly encourages women candidates and persons with disabilities to apply. 

(In accordance with the law into force, persons with disabilities will be given priority in the event of equal professional competence or the same mark at the end of the written tests and interviews) 

At Kigali, 26^th May 2023 

Mélanie GEISER

Country Manager