Deadline of this Job: 22 November 2022
Context:Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and Under the direct supervision of the LHD Programme Officer, the LHD intern will be responsible for supporting the Labor Mobility and Human Development Unit under the following terms and conditions:
III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities
1. Assist the LHD unit in implementing existing activities, and any other project activities related to labor migration and human development.
2. Coordinate and provide logistical support to project meetings/workshops/trainings among the different LHD projects.
3. Assist the unit with activities related to conferences, meetings, events, and national and regional working groups.
4. Prepare presentations, talking points and other outreach materials for the unit, including translation support, as needed.
5. Draft activity reports as may be required and requested by the program officer.
6. In coordination with the Programme Officer, support with the visibility of all LHD activities in close collaboration with the communication’s department and PSU unit within the mission.
7. Perform other duties as assigned by the program Officer.
IV. Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
• Enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Law, International Development, Project Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or
• Enrolled in a graduate school in Public Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Law, International Development, Project Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
• Candidate must be between 20 and 36 years of age.
Experience
• Experience and/or knowledge of social research and analytical work, preferably in the field of migration.
• Familiarity with migrant and labor rights; labor migration issues and policies; the different aspects of migrant vulnerability; and protection and assistance to labor migrants.
• Ability to work successfully in an international, multicultural, and multilingual team environment.
• Familiarity with computer programmes, including MS Office programmes, online research tools, Power Point, Publisher, Outlook and internet applications.
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work
• Accuracy in filing, reporting and data/information management
• Understand and apply written instructions and guidelines; interpret instructions and resolve work.
V. Languages
Required (specify the required knowledge) Advantageous
English ,French and Kinyarwanda
VI. Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Technical
• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives
Values
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioral indicators level
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment
Deadline of this Job: 23 November 2022
Communications InternshipStriving to help global communities thrive through agriculture. We are focused on long-term, human-centered impact.
Position Description
Communications Internship
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Closing date: 23rd November 2022
Background:
Land O'Lakes Venture37 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping communities around the world build economies by strengthening agriculture from farm-to-fork, helping businesses grow, and linking farmers to markets. Since our start in 1981, we have been leveraging nearly 100 years of expertise in crop inputs, agricultural insights, dairy and animal nutrition from our close affiliate, Land O’Lakes, Inc., a farmer-owned agribusiness committed to fulfilling its purpose of feeding human progress.
Our team is made up of nearly 350 employees who are committed to market-led approaches, and passionate about collaborating locally to create lasting inclusive economic growth. By unlocking the potential of agriculture for the last 36 years, the lives of more than 3 million people have been transformed through nearly 300 programs in more than 80 countries. Land O’Lakes has been operating in Rwanda since 2007.
Project Description:
The USAID funded Feed the Future Rwanda Orora Wihaze aims to transform the poultry, fish, pig, and goat/sheep value chains and to cultivate local demand for animal source foods. Venture37 leads a consortium of four firms that operate as project team to deliver results using an innovative market systems development approach and aiming to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises. The goal of Orora Wihaze is to sustainably increase access to, availability and consumption of Animal Source Foods through the development of a profitable market. Implemented under a United States Agency for International Development (USAID) contract, the project works across 8 districts of Rwanda including Burera, Gakenke, Nyamagabe, Nyamasheke, Rutsiro, Ngororero, Kayonza and Ngoma Districts.
Internship Project Objective:
The Objective of Orora Wihaze Communications internship is to provide an internship opportunity to a passionate communications enthusiast with relevant skills to work with the team to implement the Activity’s recently completed Communications Strategy. The Communications intern will participate in increasing project visibility working with project technical leads and Intern buddy to contribute learn from operationalization of the project Communications Strategy
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Position Summary:
The position is a learning by doing opportunity that will allow a talented professional who is passionate about development Communications to undertake a 6 - 12months internship at Land O’Lakes Venture37 working with a multi skilled team in the field of Animal Source Foods and working across four value chains including pigs, poultry, fish, and small ruminants (sheep and pigs).
Primary Responsibilities:
The Communications intern will participate in increasing project visibility working with project technical leads and contribute operationalization of the project Communications Strategy.
Specifically, the intern will be responsible for:
• Create a photo bank by taking photos, or support contracted photographers to capture Orora Wihaze work in the field districts of roar Wihaze
• Support development of video content for use on project social media site and other relevant websites as may be determined
• Develop a database of social and media houses contacts;
• maintain a press list with accurate contact information;
• Assist in analyzing and reporting impact of communications on project visibility
• Collaborate with technical team to organize media tours and events and assist with the organization and implementation of project events.
• Conduct participant interviews, drafting press releases and site briefs to be used for newsletters, and project blogs
• With mentorship from the Buddy, designing USAID branded flyers, banners, brochures, fact sheets, event signage, invitations.
• Collaborate with project comms team to increase followership on project social handles
Project Deliverables:
• A project photo bank established
• A data base of media house contacts and press list
• At least two project videos developed
• At least two media events organized
• Increased social media following to about 1,000 followers by the end of March 2023.
• A completed project presentation at end of the internship
Reporting & Supervision:
• The intern will report to the Office Manager and will receive mentorship from V37 Communications Specialist (buddy), with oversight by COP.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or working towards a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or other relevant fields.
• Office 365 skills, especially Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Experience with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms
• Knowledge of photography and videography (filming and editing) (an asset)
• Knowledge of standard photo and video editing software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro (an asset)
• Fluency, verbal and written, in English and Kinyarwanda
• Confidence and excellent skills in written and verbal communication.
Essential Competencies/Behaviors:
Analytical Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues and opportunities; using effective approaches for developing appropriate solutions, taking action that is consistence with available facts and probable consequences.
Planning and Organizing Establishing course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed effectively.
Team Building: Proven ability to work with team members towards a common vision and objectives.
Communication: Proven ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.
Land O’Lakes never requests money or payment from candidates for any position type. Please report any such requests to Land O’Lakes.
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