About FXB Rwanda

FXB Rwanda is a local non-governmental organization established in February 2012 and affiliated with FXB International, an international NGO created in 1989. Its mission is to address the root causes of poverty as a means of securing children’s rights to survive, grow, and thrive.

Through its FXBVillage Light Foundation Program implemented in Gisagara and Nyaruguru Districts, FXB Rwanda seeks to transform the lives of 1600 vulnerable families by promoting health, education, nutrition, and economic resilience.

Job title: Project Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Program Coordinator

Direct Supervision: 2 Unit Managers and 1 Project Agronomist

Number of positions: One (1)

Employment category: Fixed-term (12 months), subject to renewal

Start date: As soon as possible

Location: Nyaruguru District, with frequent field travel and supervision in both Gisagara and Nyaruguru Districts

Project Background

The FXBVillage program uses a holistic approach designed to addresses the multiple interconnected dimensions of poverty, including health, education, and income generation, to help the most vulnerable families become self-sufficient and graduate out of extreme poverty within a three-year period. Launched in October 2022, FXB Rwanda has been implementing the FXBVillage-TLF project in Gisagara and Nyaruguru Districts, directly supporting 1,600 of the most vulnerable households. With the primary goal of supporting Rwanda’s efforts toward eliminating poverty in the country, the FXBVillage-TLF project assists the participating families using a comprehensive approach that tackles various interrelated socio-economic issues. This inclusive strategy encompasses interventions in economic empowerment, nutrition and health, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), as well as education support.

Scope of Work

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Program Coordinator, the Program Coordinator will provide strategic leadership, planning, and coordination of project activities. The Coordinator will directly supervise two Unit Managers and one Project Agronomist, while overseeing a wider team of about 14 program staff.

The role requires ensuring high-quality and timely implementation of project interventions, building team capacity, and guaranteeing that the program achieves sustainable, long-term impact among beneficiaries—empowering them to remain self-reliant beyond the project’s completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the implementation of project services in Economic Strengthening, Education, WASH, Health, Nutrition, and Social support, and contribute to strategic planning for sustainability;
• Provide strategic supervision, mentorship, and support to Unit Managers, the Project Agronomist, and other program staff to ensure effective performance and quality project implementation;
• Maintain and regularly update the beneficiaries’ database to ensure accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of information;
• Oversee the design, preparation and deliver of capacity-building sessions for beneficiaries on topics such as family planning, sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention, hygiene, nutrition, economic strengthening, education, and child rights.
• Guide field staff to develop innovative concept notes and ensure that project activities create sustainable, long-lasting impact and empower beneficiaries toward self-reliance.
• Monitor project progress, prepare quality reports and presentations to the donor;
• Contribute to program and proposal development in the related field;
• Strengthen collaboration with local authorities, partners, and other stakeholders to support program implementation;
• Carry out any other responsibilities assigned by his/her supervisor. 

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in project coordination or management, preferably with NGOs in poverty reduction, livelihoods, health, or education programs.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising teams of 10+ staff.
• Proven ability to design and implement strategic, sustainable interventions.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with local communities, government stakeholders, and development partners.
• Fluency in English, French and Kinyarwanda.
• A valid Category A driving license is an added advantage.

Application Process

Qualified candidates with the required skills and competencies are invited to submit their applications addressed to the FXB Rwanda Executive Director via  hr@fxbrwanda.org  .

Applications must include:

• A motivation letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A duly completed FXB application form available at:
[http://www.mediafire.com/download/68hw76cw49ch06q/Job_Application_Form_-__FXB.pdf]

Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, October 06, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.