Deputy Managing Director

Reports to: Executive Director Location: Kigali About the Organization RWANDA KOLPING SOCIETY is an membership organization NGO founded in 2008. Based in Rugazi agglomeration, Ruyenzi Cell, Runda Sector, Kamonyi District, Southern Province. As the organization grows, we are committed to become a strong, financially sustainable, membership-based organization. Purpose of the Position The Deputy Managing Director provides strategic and operational leadership in support of the Executive Director, helping to guide the organization's growth towards greater institutional effectiveness, financial sustainability, and long-term impact. The role leads the implementation of the Strategic Plan by strengthening organizational systems, governance, program quality, and staff capacity. Working closely with the Executive Director, the Deputy Managing Director promotes strategic thinking, organizational development, and effective partnerships to build a strong, accountable, and financially sustainable member-based organization. The position also provides strategic guidance and support to the Fundraising Officer in aligning resource mobilization efforts with the organization's mission and long-term objectives. The position requires regular travel to project locations, across the country to provide strategic leadership, strengthen organizational performance, and support program implementation. Occasional international travel may be required to attend conferences, donor meetings, or capacity-building events. Key Responsibilities - Support the Executive Director in strategic and operational leadership. - Lead implementation of the Strategic Plan. - Strengthen governance, organizational systems, policies, and operational efficiency. - Ensure high-quality program implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and learning. - Support financial planning, budgeting, and organizational accountability. - Supervise, mentor, and build the capacity of staff. - Develop and maintain partnerships with government, donors, NGOs, and community organizations. - Represent the organization in strategic forums when delegated. - Promote innovation, organizational learning, and continuous improvement. - Ensure compliance with donor and organizational requirements.

Master's degree in a relevant field; Minimum 7 years' management experience in the NGO/development sector; Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills; Experience with community-based organizations, self-help groups (SHGs), savings and credit groups (SCGs), and rural development; Knowledge of financial management and organizational development; Excellent communication, partnership-building, and decision-making skills; High integrity, accountability, adaptability, and professionalism.