Engineering Jobs at Rwanda Transport Development agency and Other Companies

JOB DETAILS:
Advisor to DG
Level:3.II
Job description

Reporting: Advisor to the Director General reports to the Director General.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Advisor to the Director General is responsible for:
• Assist the DG in undertaking planning, designing and managing of different road and transport sector development initiatives;
• Provide regular reports and technical notices, when necessary, on status of physical and financial execution of projects. A particular attention will be drawn to the problems that may hinder the smooth implementation and, preferably through anticipative approach, proposing reliable solutions to the matters;
• Take responsibility to ensure the institution convey the right communication to the public, privates and government institutions regarding transport sector;
• Oversee overall monitoring and evaluation on the functioning of the organization structure as the RTDA mandates;
• Review a wide-range of state of transport infrastructures, current development practices and management as well as institutional constraints in Rwanda in respect to well established best practices of transport development management;
• Provide technical assistance in planning, designing and monitoring of road transport development tactical strategies and programs in close liaison with the DG and other staff of RTDA;
• Coordinate the consultants engaged under different transport sector projects to carry out technical studies and other expertise related programs under RTDA, in conformity with the terms of reference, ensuring good quality deliveries by the consultants;
• Prepare periodic reports and technical memoranda on the implementation status of the projects under RTDA as required by the Board of Directors;
• Provide support as required to the training programs convened by RTDA, addressed to its staff or other stakeholders;
• Provide any other advisory role related to his/her expertise as assigned to him/her by the hierarchy, in the scope of RTDA’s activities; and
• Carry out any other relevant activities as may be deemed appropriate and necessary.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by a competent authority.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Transportation & Urban System
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Railway Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Road Safety Management
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Transportation Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Transport & Geo-information Technology
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills
• Integrity
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Knowledge of Government policies to infrastructure development
• Understanding of national, regional and international contexts of transport development and economics
• Resource management skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Time management skills
• Risk management skills
• Results oriented
• Digital literacy skills
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
• Analytical skills;
 

JOB DETAILS:
Biomedical Engineer
The Gould Family Foundation is a private foundation based in the United States, dedicated to improving health outcomes for the poor and underserved by upgrading clinics and hospitals for women, newborns & children in sub-Saharan Africa.

The Gould Family Foundation (USA) is seeking an experienced Biomedical Engineer fluent in both English and French to be stationed in Burundi.

Background:
The Gould Family Foundation is a private foundation based in the United States, dedicated to improving health outcomes for the poor and underserved by upgrading clinics and hospitals for women, newborns & children in sub-Saharan Africa. See www.gouldfamilyfoundation.com
The key responsibility of the Biomedical engineer is to effectively manage and implement biomedical programs of GFF in French-speaking countries.

Responsibilities of the Gould Family Foundation (GFF) Biomedical Engineer (BME)
• Manage biomedical personnel stationed in GFF French-speaking countries. Provide technical training and mentorship to biomedical engineers, technicians, and apprentices to achieve 80% proficiency in user training, maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting of medical equipment. Conduct timely assessments and develop training plans both online and in person. Ensure that all staff implements the GFF biomedical program in their respective health facilities supported.
• Provide support to the Manager of Biomedical programs and operations with biomedical administrative tasks (managing biomedical projects) like maintaining spares and equipment inventory (requests, needs, and orders for partners), General medical equipment inventory of GFF donated and store inventory, tracking and monitoring critical equipment purchases and shipment, organizing and implementing training programs (CBEs /continuous biomedical education, coordinating and addressing issues at partner sites, monitoring GFF BME(T)/BA Key Performance Indicators, etc. Manage GFF equipment databases, updating standard operating procedures and policies within the GFF, etc
• Implement GFF biomedical maintenance programs, processes, and procedures at partner clinics and hospitals; recommend best practices to improve medical equipment management through utilization and sustainability. Utilize and develop existing BME tools to improve tracking of medical equipment, usage, and documentation of biomedical activities
• Plan and manage activities of biomedical apprentices, technicians, and engineers. Review biomedical staff monthly plans and reports and provide guidance and direction on implementation. Meet with local supervisors of engineers, technicians, and apprentices monthly for continued improvement in biomedical programs. Prepare critical equipment service calendars, and annual implementation plans for each partner supported, track and ensure their implementation on a monthly basis.
• Support Biomedical apprentices and technicians with first-line troubleshooting and biomedical support for equipment in GFF partner health facilities. Recommend approved service companies for specialized medical equipment; Provide biomedical support to each partner; preventive maintenance, user training, repair, servicing, calibrating, etc
• Ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance schedules, following manufacturer’s instructions for inspection, testing, and servicing; Review and approve proper medical equipment inventory reports with health facility managers and BMET technicians and apprentices
• Periodically evaluate equipment needs at GFF partner facilities and report “gaps” to the GFF Manager of Biomedical programs and operations. Address any biomedical issues and needs pointed out from facility site visits with GFF partners.
• Train clinicians, medical equipment users, and biomedical apprentices and technicians on the proper use of biomedical equipment through equipment operation demonstrations and videos; support the biomedical technicians and apprentices to develop quick start user guides (to be placed on equipment)
• Review new or proposed medical equipment, install, calibrate, update software, repair and provide technical support for biomedical equipment at GFF partner clinics and hospitals; schedule repairs on malfunctioning equipment during site visits or remotely with biomedical technicians and apprentices when not in the country;
• Develop standard operating procedures for the use, management, and disposal of medical equipment when special needs arise e.g. develop pandemic SOPs like COVID-19 cleaning and disinfection procedures for the health facility and equipment;
• Develop videos and GFF database for training users and biomedical technicians or apprentices on proper maintenance of GFF equipment.
• Develop preferred suppliers list for spares, reagents, and consumables; Update specifications for GFF typical deliverables.
• Develop yearly and quarterly work plans for support of GFF French-speaking partners.
• Plan for weekly tasks, provide a weekly report on daily work activity to the GFF programs and operations manager, and end of month summary report.
• Provide additional support as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Skills
• Works
 independently in both routine and complex tasks. Should be able to prioritize work and initiate new work and tasks.
• Should be a passionate, focused, and determined manager (effectively support staff under them to achieve the organizational goals)
• Coordinate and manage projects from start to completion, performing any necessary communication and follow-up with clinicians, health facility management and GFF Supervisors.
• Can communicate effectively;
• Fluency in both French and English is a must.
• Ability to use computer-based tools at a high level e.g. should be able to use a database and online tools for record keeping.
• Ability to train, mentor, and coach staff (technicians and users of equipment) in proper utilization of biomedical equipment;
• Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles

Experience & Qualification
• Candidate with a biomedical engineering degree with 3-4 years of experience working as a biomedical engineer in a hospital or supporting a health system.
• A Master's in Biomedical Engineering is an added advantage.
• Experience managing biomedical engineers, technicians, or apprentices is desirable.
• Hands-on experience with critical equipment used in the diagnosis, therapy, and treatment of pregnant mothers and newborn children (Laboratory, Triage, Emergency, Operating theatre, Delivery room, and NICU) is preferred.
• Fluency in French and English is required.
• Applicants from Burundi and D. R. Congo are preferred, applicants from French and African-speaking countries are welcome to apply.



Deadline of this Job: 09 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:
Urban Road Development Senior Engineer
Level:3.II
Job description

Reporting: Urban Road Development Senior Engineer reports to Division Manager of National & Urban Roads Division.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Urban Road Development Senior Engineer is responsible for:
• Provide technical support during the preparation of terms of reference for the feasibility and final design studies of urban transport projects;
• Provide written and signed report in regards to the review of feasibility, final design studies and implementation reports (by supervision missions) of urban transport development projects under his direct responsibility;
• Prepare urban network database including the referencing, inventories (i.e. roads geometric, pavement and assets data, as built data, and rehabilitation or upgrading history and maintenance) and benchmarking;
• Provide technical support to the review of environmental plans, initial environmental examination/environmental impact assessments for urban transport development projects as required;
• Provide technical support to land acquisition and preparation of resettlement action plans and follow up their timely implementation as required;
• Provide technical support in the preparation of bidding documents for urban transport projects;
• Review and approve Interim Payment Certificates submitted to RTDA for payment and keep updated database of disbursements as well as projections/cash flows up to the end of the project;
• Taking part in the elaboration of the strategic plan of the urban transport service sector;
• Prepare and update work plans and budgets as well as cash flows to guide implementation in line with specific master plans for concerned cities as well as green urban development goals and ensure integrated approach during implementation phase; and project under his responsibility;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by a competent authority.

Minimum Qualifications
• Master's in Civil Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Highway Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Transport Planning
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Transportation Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Transport Planning
1 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills
• Integrity
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Understanding of Government policies implementation
• Urban planning and design skills
• Knowledge of urban transportation and urban transport software
• Knowledge of road design and maintenance manuals
• Understanding of the national, regional and international contexts of road standards/guidelines and design
• Knowledge of road safety software’s
• Resource management skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Time management skills
• Risk management skills
• Results oriented
• Digital literacy skills
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage
• Analytical skills;

JOB DETAILS:
2 Road Construction specialist
Level:3.V
Job description
Reporting channel: reports to the Road Development and Rehabilitation Program Manager

Duties and Responsibilities
• Preparing and keeping updated work plans and budget as well as cash flows guiding implementation at the regional projects level;
• Technical support in preparing terms of reference for the feasibility and final design studies of road construction projects;
• Provide written and signed report in regards to the review of feasibility, final design studies, implementation reports (by supervision missions) of Road projects (2 pages report on average) under his/her responsibility;
• Provide technical support to the review of environmental plans, initial environmental examination/ environmental impact assessment as required;
• Provide technical support to land acquisition and resettlement action plans and follow up timely implementation as required;
• Review and approve Interim Payment certificates submitted to RTDA for payment and keep updated database of payments done as wellas projections/ cash flow up to the end of the project;
• Provide technical support in the preparation of bidding documents for road projects;
• Perform any other relevant tasks as assigned by the SPIUC/ RTDA Management

Minimum Qualifications
• Master's in Civil Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Construction Management
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Road Engineering and Construction
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Civil Infrastructure Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Road Safety Management
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Road Safety Management.
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate & Construction Management
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Building and Construction Technology
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Building and Construction Technology
1 Year of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills
• Integrity
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Communication skills
• Administrative skills
• Time management skills
• Team working Skills
• Report writing & Presentation Skills
• Computer Literate
• Deep understanding on Government policies implementation
• High analytical, coordination, planning and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal communication skills