Company Profile
B2P exists to innovate cost-effective rural infrastructural solutions through advocacy, evidence and technical assistance to promote safe access for geographically isolated communities through partnership with governments and donors.
We provide flexible work arrangements, comprehensive mental and physical wellness support, and annual salary reviews aligned with our compensation policy. Additionally, we offer opportunities for professional growth, allowing individuals to shape their own career paths through targeted development programs.
Job Profile
This role will work closely with the Rwanda team to oversee and implement the operational and partnership activities that are required to achieve the short and long-term Rwanda program strategy. The Program Manager will work alongside the Country Director to steer the Rwanda program and achieve the organization’s strategic goals. The Program Manager is accountable for the delivery of the MoUs that the program has and those that it will have with stakeholders.
Duties and responsibilities
Program Leadership (50%)
- Coordinate the implementation of the GoR MoUs and other agreements with other stakeholders in Rwanda. The implementation of the MOUs involves participation in the MoU compilation and execution of the MoU objectives.
- Optimize program operations in collaboration with B2P Partnerships, QA, Procurement, Engineering, HR/Talent and Finance departments.
- Build capacity through the delivery of the training, ensuring standards adoption, and executing on programmatic strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with the Talent department to foster a B2P-Rwanda culture that supports health, safety, and accountability to enhance team productivity and create a positive work environment. This also involves consistent and timely identification and resolution of HR issues with the support of the Talent department.
- Implementing changes to ensure efficient use of organizational resources. The Program Manager should work with the Country Director to prioritize high-risk and important activities.
- Communicate openly and transparently by distilling key messages from senior managers to ensure these messages and their impacts are understood and actions taken across the Rwanda team
- Encourage and ultimately own a culture of safety and quality within all fields of operations
- Create Innovative processes to efficiently lead a high-performing team
Strategy (20%)
- Design and implement operational strategies, plans, and procedures to ensure quality and impact are optimized to ensure the achievement of strategic objectives and MoUs
- In collaboration with the Country Director, lead the annual and quarterly planning process, which includes the setting of Objectives and Key Results
- Lead and report on the fulfillment of Rwanda operational KPIs and OKRs
- Support key evidence-building activities through collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation department and external research teams
- Be an active contributor and volunteer to participate in global initiatives where his experience can add value or where the Rwanda program can contribute to such work
- Work with global shared services to identify and implement options that contribute to the efficiency or impact of B2P-Rwanda’s work
Financial Controls (20%)
- Direct the mobilization, management, and accounting of all financial resources in the B2P-Rwanda office.
- Own the Rwanda program resources allocation and manage the operational budget in collaboration with the Country Director
- In collaboration with Partnerships & Finance team, coordinate the management and reporting for the projects as per donor’s requirements.
- Ensure efficient and fully compliant financial management in the allocation/budgeting, disbursement, and accounting for all resources
- Serve as authorized signatory overseeing all expense approval, and business management
- Ensure proper use of systems in the country as well as data quality and security to enable reporting and analysis of financial operations
- Instill practice of knowledge in the team on matters related to finance management and compliance.
Partnership (10%)
- Jointly create the Rwanda program strategy along with the Country Director, and with support from the global team
- Support the Country Director in the development of a government and donor engagement strategy, with support from the global team
- Support the Country Director in national-level government negotiations as required
- Support the Country Director in the development of relationships, partnerships, and networks with external organizations as required
- Represent B2P-Rwanda and hold relationships with senior-level government, donor agencies, and other organization’s counterparts
- Support proposal development in partnership with the global team as required
Qualifications
- BA/Sc in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, International Affairs/Development, Project Management, or other relevant fields. Bachelor’s degree required but post-graduate degree preferred
- Proven track record in construction management with a minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory or managerial position
- A sound understanding of international development, especially in terms of isolation-caused poverty in the context of rural infrastructure
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience establishing and interfacing with senior government officials and partners
- Financial management and business analytical skills
- Exceptional, professional, and detail-oriented organizational skills
- Significant team management and coaching background
- Good understanding of procurement processes including negotiation with third parties
- Proven networking and negotiation skills with governmental and non-governmental actors preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-stakes projects in complex environments
- Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments
- Project Management certifications encouraged
Preferred Profile:
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to use diplomatic verbal and written communications tailored to a variety of local and international audiences
- Experience working and communicating across cultures and with international teams
- Experience managing a fast-paced environment while driving towards demanding targets and maintaining alignment with the overall organization.
- Creative & strategic thinking skills
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized
- Passion for Bridges to Prosperity’s mission and development work
Working conditions
The position is based in Kigali, Rwanda, and requires frequent travel to rural locations.
Physical requirements
The position requires the ability to visit sites in remote and isolated areas, as well as the ability to climb stairs. The position may require standing for extended periods.
Direct reports
- Project Managers
- Procurement Manager
Application guidelines
We have seen firsthand the benefits of a diverse team, and the strength that comes with diversity in experience, background, and perspective. We strongly encourage applications from individuals that would bring a unique or underrepresented perspective to our organization.
CV Guidelines:
- Length: Maximum 2 pages.
- Education: Highlight relevant diplomas, degrees and recognized certifications
- Exclude: personal information (photos, gender, religion, marital status, number of dependents), non-certified training.
