Project Manager – Rwanda Dairy Development (RDDP II)

About the role

Heifer International is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Rwanda Dairy Development Project (RDDP II), co‑funded by IFAD. The role oversees all aspects of project delivery, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and achieving sustainable living income targets for smallholder farmers.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of the RDDP II, including programmatic, administrative, operational and logistical direction.
• Develop, review and update annual work plans and budgets in collaboration with country program teams.
• Ensure full compliance with donor contracts, regulations and reporting obligations (quarterly, semi‑annual, annual, evaluation and end‑of‑project reports).
• Supervise field operations, procurement, audit, monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Oversee performance management of project staff and ensure timely financial and progress reporting.
• Coordinate closely with Project Coordinators, Rwanda Agriculture Board, Single Project Implementation Unit, Heifer country teams and IFAD country team.

Required profile

• Demonstrated respect, accountability and good stewardship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem‑solver, flexible, enthusiastic and dependable.
• Creative team player with a humble attitude.

Required skills