Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

GOOD PEOPLE INTERNATIONAL (GPI) was established as an INGO in 1999 to combat poverty and disease across the globe and support people in need. Good People International, an international development NGO, holds a special status in UN ECOSOC.

GPI’s Vision & Mission

GPI exist to make a joyful world where no one is suffering from poverty, disaster, and disease by means of relief and support for people to be self-reliant.

GPI aims to be the leading humanitarian organization to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals for no poverty, zero hunger, good health and well-being, and quality education.

GPI is carrying out various projects to achieve its goals, such as health and medical services; water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); income generation; support for vulnerable families; agriculture; and humanitarian assistance.

GPI Rwanda

The main sectors of GPI Rwanda are Education, Livelihood and Income Generation. GPI Rwanda Office has been implementing various projects such as Child Sponsorship Program (CSP) Community Development Project (CDP) and Humanitarian Assistance Project, and more.

GPI Rwanda is seeking qualified, motivated, and committed candidates to fill the following positions under the Child Sponsorship Program (CSP) based in Nyamata, Bugesera District.

Position Summary

The Project Assistant (Junior Level) will provide entry-level support to the Child Sponsorship Program (CSP) and assist with general office and administrative functions. This position is suitable for early-career professionals seeking practical experience in development and humanitarian programming while working under the supervision of senior project staff.

Responsibilities or duties

• Support the implementation of Child Sponsorship Program activities under the guidance of the Project Manager, Project Officer, and Project Assistant.
• Assist in maintaining basic records and documentation related to sponsored children and program activities.
• Support communication and coordination with beneficiaries, schools, and community representatives.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of project and office documents.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for project and office activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager, Project Officer, or Project Assistant.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Experience needed

• 0–1 year of relevant work experience or internship experience with an NGO or community-based organization is an asset.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field (recent graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Basic written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of Kinyarwanda is an asset).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong willingness to learn, attention to detail, and a positive work attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and community-based environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, responsibility, and commitment to humanitarian and development values

• Support the implementation of Child Sponsorship Program activities under the guidance of the Project Manager, Project Officer, and Project Assistant.
• Assist in maintaining basic records and documentation related to sponsored children and program activities.
• Support communication and coordination with beneficiaries, schools, and community representatives.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of project and office documents.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for project and office activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager, Project Officer, or Project Assistant.

• Basic written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of Kinyarwanda is an asset).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong willingness to learn, attention to detail, and a positive work attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and community-based environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, responsibility, and commitment to humanitarian and development values

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field (recent graduates are encouraged to apply).
• 0–1 year of relevant work experience or internship experience with an NGO or community-based organization is an asset.