2 Job Positions – Project Field Officer at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda | Deadline: 17 October 2025
2 Job Positions – Project Field Officer at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda | Deadline: 17 October 2025
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Project Field Officer (Green Project)
Number of positions: 2 (Two)
Contract type: Fixed term
Duty stations: Kayonza and Nyagatare Districts
Supervisor: Project Manager
Deadline: 17 October 2025, 5:00 PM (Kigali time)
About SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda
SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is an independent, non-governmental, child-focused organization supporting vulnerable children and young people in Kigali, Gicumbi, Kayonza, and Nyamagabe. The organization applies a holistic approach to child care, ensuring that the best interests of the child are met.
The organization seeks Project Field Officers (Green Project) to support the implementation of its Green Regeneration Program in Nyagatare and Kayonza districts.
Job Purpose
The Project Field Officer will assist the Project Manager in all aspects of project delivery, including planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and stakeholder collaboration. The officer will also support children at risk of losing family care through direct work with caregivers and communities, promoting sustainable family and community development.
Main Responsibilities
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Organize and support the implementation of project activities.
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Arrange meetings and trainings (venue, logistics, attendance, etc.).
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Collaborate with community structures and stakeholders.
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Assist in project planning, monitoring, and reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual).
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Support external consultants during baseline and end-term evaluations.
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Regularly update beneficiary data in the Programme Database (PDB2).
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Maintain close contact with families and children through visits and meetings.
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Support development of services and interventions under the Green Project.
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Promote community awareness and mobilization for project success.
Monitoring and Evaluation
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Regularly assess family progress and update records in the PDB.
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Report on key performance indicators and project outcomes.
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Support project evaluations and collaborate with child protection authorities when necessary.
Partnership Building and Advocacy
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Maintain contact with service providers and community partners.
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Advocate for children and families to access social entitlements and services.
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Support community mobilization, awareness campaigns, and cooperative capacity-building.
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Train farmers on sustainable agriculture practices, fertilizer preparation, and post-harvest technologies.
Qualifications and Competencies
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Rural Development, Community Development, Social Work, Environmental Protection, or Agriculture.
Experience and Skills:
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Experience in community development, child protection, or working with cooperatives and farmers.
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Knowledge of project cycle management.
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Strong communication skills (English required; French is an asset).
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Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
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Excellent organizational, facilitation, and presentation skills.
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Team player with high integrity, respect, and cultural awareness.
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Experience with social research (quantitative & qualitative methods) is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
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Application letter
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Detailed CV with 3 traceable professional references
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Copy of National ID
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Academic certificates/degrees
Send applications to sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org and complete the online application form via the provided [LINK] before 17 October 2025 at 5:00 PM (Kigali time).
Email subject line: Project Field Officer – Green Project
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda applies strict child safeguarding and zero-tolerance policies against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
Done in Kigali on 06 October 2025
Jean Bosco KWIZERA
National Director – SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda
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