University of Rwanda

The University of Rwanda is a Public Institution of Higher Learning committed to support
the development of the country through the generation and advancement of knowledge and
innovation among other core activities. The University Rwanda in collaboration with the
Institute for Scientific Entrepreneurship and International Transfer at the University of
Koblenz-Landau, Germany is implementing StArfrica, a Pilot Project for the construction of
a continental bridge for the promotion of scientific start-ups between Germany and Africa
using the example of Rwanda.

The objective of this bridgehead in Rwanda is to promote business start-ups from the field
of science together with the University of Rwanda with a broader mission of increasing the
attractiveness of Germany for African start-ups as well as to sensitize and facilitate the
market entry of German start-ups and companies in Africa.

To ensure optimal functioning of StArfrica Project, the University of Rwanda through its
Single Project Implementation Unit (UR-SPIU) calls for qualified and motivated candidate to
submit their applications to the following position:

1. Project Coordinator (1 Position)

Main duties and responsibilities

Report to: Project Lead on site.

Location: Kigali

a) Manage and support the implementation of the project at the University of Rwanda
including implementing incubation programs that will support and push business
ideas by young Rwandans in the field of science.

b) Monitor and evaluate implementation of activities, ensuring targets and timelines
are met, work is documented, and regular reports are prepared.

c) Coordinate and collaborate with Rwandan as well as international partners to
leverage collaborations and support to the StArfrica project.

d) Manage development and dissemination of educational materials, knowledge
products and training tools for the incubator.

e) Planning, coordinating and executing events and trainings in and outside of Kigali.

f) Coordinate communications and outreach to higher education and entrepreneurial
networks and other topic-related organizations, including through newsletters,
digital content, and other communications content.

g) Support outreach and engagement with global and national media and oversee
external communications on social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn,
Twitter).

h) Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop the project.

Required qualification and skills

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University in the areas of Management,
Business, Economics, Political science, Social studies, STEM or another related field
with at least 7 years of work experience;

• Having managed international or intercultural projects (preferably in a leading
position) in the education sector is a must;

• Being an entrepreneurial, having at least 2+ years of experience running or setting
up a project in Rwanda, such as your own start-up/company/NGO is an added
value.

• Teaching experience or having worked as a mentor in the field of entrepreneurship
is a plus.

• Strong understanding of how a business operates with experience in operations,
consulting, strategy, or a similar area.

• Have extensive experience in building partnerships within the Rwandan higher
education as well as start-up scene and have an excellent network of connections
in these fields.

• Brings a positive mindset and attitude that continuously pushes the StArfrica
project to accomplish its mission.

• Can act independently and think critically, and have an ability to work in a dynamic
flat organisation with little daily guidance.

• Understand what it means to work with tight deadlines and high demands for
internal communication and innovation.

• Have exceptional presentation skills.

• Written and oral fluency in English and Kinyarwanda