Exams to be conducted
1: psychometric test
2: written
3: oral

Reports to
tvet skills development program manager-office of the director general

Job responsibilities
• oversee the effective evaluation of sdf grant proposals and short course applications in the hospitality and tourism sector, ensuring compliance with the sdf operational manual and short course application procedures.
• perform thorough due diligence on sdf applicants within the sector to verify eligibility and alignment with sdf standards.
• deliver recommendations to the sdf grant committee, through the program manager, on eligible applicants for grant awards in hospitality and tourism.
• recommend applicants for training authorization to the rtb director general via the program manager.
• organize the preparation of grant agreements for selected applicants.
• organize and facilitate sdf training programs and practical activities within the sector.
• track and assess the progress of sdf-funded trainings in the hospitality and tourism sector.
• ensure quality assurance and standard setting for training activities under this sector.
• assist with certification of graduates who have completed their training in hospitality and tourism.
• contribute to post-training impact assessments of sdf beneficiaries.
• keep an updated database of graduates from sdf training programs in the sector.
• assist the development of sdf price reference for training activities under hospitality and tourism.
• produce and submit regular progress reports on sector-related activities to the program manager.
• help with curriculum development for specialized training programs in the hospitality and tourism sector.
• evaluate and approve rare or specialized training proposals submitted by foreign investors supported by the sdf.
• align all activities with national development agendas, initiatives, and strategic priorities related to hospitality and tourism.
• manage complaints from unsuccessful applicants by implementing an effective redress mechanism.
• assist the authorization/accreditation process of institutions to offer short courses outside sdf framework.
• deliver help with the implementation of any new project under the tvet skills development program.
• carry out any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required competencies and key technical skills
• technical expertise with training and/or education.
• project management skills, including proposal evaluation, budget monitoring, and grant management.
• report writing and documentation skills in both english and kinyarwanda (french is an added asset).
• ict proficiency for managing sdf databases, online reporting tools, and digital communication.
• proficiency in kinyarwanda and english; knowledge of french is an advantage.
• proven honesty and integrity character in previous job duties.
• demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• ability to work under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with quality work.
• experience with donor funded projects is an added advantage.
• knowledge in tvet system.
• knowledge of private and public sector partnership especially in tvet context.

n.b: proof of working experience is a must.

Qualifications
• bachelor's degree in hotel and restaurant management — 5 years experience.
• master's degree in hospitality management — 3 years experience.
• bachelor's degree in hospitality institutional management — 5 years experience.
• bachelor's degree in catering technology — 5 years experience.
• bachelor's degree in hospitality management — 5 years experience.
• catering and technology — 3 years experience.
• hotel and restaurant management — 3 years experience.
• hospitality institutional management — 3 years experience.
• master's degree in tours and travel management — 3 years experience.
• bachelor's degree in tours and travel management — 5 years experience.
• master's degree in education and hospitality management — 3 years experience.
• bachelor's degree in education and hospitality management — 5 years experience.

Required competencies and key technical skills
• fluency in kinyarwanda, english and/or french. knowledge of all is an added advantage.
• report writing and presentation skills.
• knowledge in tvet system.
• project management skills.
• advanced knowledge of private and public sector and relations with them.
• ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• ict literacy.

Psychometric languages
english

Psychometric domains
• critical thinking — competence / skills
• problem solving — competence / skills
• decision making — competence / skills
• analytical skills — competence / skills
• time management — competence / skills
• time for reaction — behavior and attitude
• adaptability and flexibility — communication skills