Project Assistant – Rutsiro & Nyamasheke (3 positions)

About the role

Raising The Village is seeking three Project Assistants to support community‑based development initiatives in the districts of Rutsiro and Nyamasheke, Rwanda. The role involves coordinating project activities, liaising with local authorities and community groups, and ensuring effective implementation of poverty‑reduction programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct project design review meetings with partner villages and provide feedback to update designs and budgets.
• Coordinate and facilitate trainings on financial literacy, health‑sanitation, agriculture, livestock care, and village savings and loans.
• Prepare and submit procurement lists, verify goods before distribution, and manage follow‑up visits to households.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation measures, and report on project performance to leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with cell‑level government officials and community leaders to support day‑to‑day programme activities.
• Mobilise households for trainings, meetings and other programme events to ensure strong participation and adoption.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in community development, project implementation or related field.
• Proven ability to work with local government officials and community structures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with a focus on results.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to impactful poverty‑reduction projects across Rwanda.
• Experience working with an international development organisation.
• Professional growth through exposure to multi‑sectoral community programmes.