17 JOBS at Chemonics International, Kigali, Rwanda - CLOSE: 30/11/2015 Kigali

Chemonics International, a leading international organization based in Washington, D.C., seeks candidates for an anticipated early grade reading project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Positions may be based Kigali, or in regional offices to be determined. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

1. Chief of Party:

• Minimum 10 years of COP, DCOP, or senior leadership experience managing education programs in developing countries programs, preferably with USAID in East Africa.


• Master’s degree in education, reading, or other relevant field required, Ph.D. preferred.


• Demonstrated skill in collaborating with host-country officials, donors, and stakeholders.

2. Deputy Chief of Party

• Minimum 5 years relevant technical experience in education development programming and program management in East Africa, preferably in Rwanda. Experience in early grade reading is preferred.


• Advanced degree in education or other relevant field required. 

3. Chemonics seeks specialists in the following areas: 

• Early Grade Reading and Literacy


• Reading Assessments and Standards


• Instructional Materials Development


• Teacher Training and Coaching


• Community Engagement


• ICT for Education


• Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)


• Institutional Strengthening


• Education Leadership and Management


• Kinyarwanda language


• Media and Public Relations


• Monitoring and Evaluation


• Operations Research


• Gender and Inclusion


• Education Policy

General Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in relevant technical area and specialty


• Minimum 5 years demonstrated relevant experience in basic education


• Knowledge and experience in the Rwandan education system


• Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred


• Outstanding leadership, management, and interpersonal skills


• Ability to conceptualize and lead technical tasks


• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Kinyarwanda preferred.


• Commitment to leadership, versatility, and integrity.


• Rwandan candidates are encouraged to apply. 

How To Apply

To apply, email your cover letter and CV to ChemonicsRwandaEducation@gmail.com by November 30, 2015. Please use the subject line NAME – POSITION TITLE. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling bases, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. More information about Chemonics International can be found at www.chemonics.com. 

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