owner

Role Description

The Owner role at PLAY International-Rwanda is a full-time, on-site leadership position responsible for overseeing overall strategy, operations, and impact.

• Setting organizational priorities.
• Guiding program development in education through sport.
• Ensuring effective implementation and monitoring of activities.
• Managing budgets and resources.
• Building and maintaining partnerships with public, private, and civil society stakeholders.
• Supporting fundraising and advocacy efforts.
• Supervising teams.
• Reviewing project performance.
• Ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
• Representing the organization in relevant forums and meetings.
• Collaborating with Groupe SOS and other partners to align initiatives with the broader mission of social innovation and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, and team management in the NGO or social impact sector.
• Strong background in program design and implementation, preferably in education, sport for development, or community-based initiatives.
• Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and basic financial oversight.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work on-site, collaborate across cultures, and coordinate with international partners.
• Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or partnership development is highly beneficial.
• Relevant academic background in social sciences, education, management, or a related field.
• Commitment to gender equality, child protection, and inclusive, non-discriminatory practices.