Executive Director
Executive Director
Rwanda Civil Society Platform
About The Job
The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence, driving the
organization's mission and objectives. As the primary executive, they will be responsible for overall
management of the RCSP Secretariat, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values, and
reporting directly to the Board of Directors.
Specific Skills
Professional Experience
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in:
- Civil society sector
- Non-profit management
- Developmental organizations
- Proven experience with:
- International/national NGOs
- Umbrella organizations
- Civil society coordination
- Strategic planning expertise
- Advanced project management skills
- Leadership and team development capabilities
- Financial management proficiency
- Grant writing and fundraising experience
- Knowledge of digital collaboration tools
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Deep understanding of Rwanda's civil society landscape
- Adaptable and resilient leadership approach
- Fluency in English and French
- Integrity and transparency
- Commitment to organizational mission
- Ability to operate in complex, dynamic environments
- Strong ethical standards
- Collaborative and inclusive leadership style
Responsibilities & Duties
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement comprehensive strategic plans
- Lead organizational advocacy and networking efforts
- Represent RCSP in national and international forums
- Ensure program alignment with organizational mission and vision
- Oversee day-to-day Secretariat operations
- Manage financial resources and budget allocation
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements
- Conduct regular performance monitoring and reporting to the Board
- Develop and maintain robust operational systems and procedures
- Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing staff
- Foster a collaborative and accountable organizational culture
- Promote professional growth and capacity building
- Lead team performance management
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with:
- International and national NGOs
- Civil society organizations
- Donor agencies
- Government entities
- Serve as primary organizational representative
- Facilitate member organization collaboration
- Identify and secure diverse funding opportunities
- Develop compelling grant proposals
- Manage donor relationships
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Promote policy initiatives advancing civil society interests
- Coordinate activities among member organizations
- Develop strategic external relationships
- Represent organizational interests in multi-stakeholder platforms
Educational Requirements
Job Location
Rwanda
Apply To
All interested applicants should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae at recruitment@hcsolutions.rw