Programme and Partner Support Manager at Ripple Effect: (Deadline 21-07-2026) Location: Rwanda-Kigali Salary: Based on the organization pay scale depend on the experience and skills. Hours: 40 Hours Per week Contract Type: Permanent About Ripple Effect Established in 1988 (as Send a Cow), Ripple Effect is a dynamic and passionate international development charity on a mission to create a powerful and lasting impact. Our vision is to see a rural Africa that is confident, thriving, and sustainable, with a growing economy and higher living standards for all. At Ripple Effect, we've honed our focus on three critical areas: Sustainable Agriculture, Gender and Social Inclusion, and Enterprise Development. Through these pillars, we're dedicated to combating poverty and nurturing a vibrant,...
Programme and Partner Support Manager at Ripple Effect: (Deadline 21-07-2026)
Location: Rwanda-Kigali
Salary: Based on the organization pay scale depend on the experience and skills.
Hours: 40 Hours Per week
Contract Type: Permanent
About Ripple Effect
Established in 1988 (as Send a Cow), Ripple Effect is a dynamic and passionate international development charity on a mission to create a powerful and lasting impact. Our vision is to see a rural Africa that is confident, thriving, and sustainable, with a growing economy and higher living standards for all. At Ripple Effect, we've honed our focus on three critical areas: Sustainable Agriculture, Gender and Social Inclusion, and Enterprise Development. Through these pillars, we're dedicated to combating poverty and nurturing a vibrant, thriving African landscape that will thrive for generations to come.
About the Role
This role provides both strategic and operational leadership of design, implementation and continuous monitoring of all Projects in the Rwanda Country Programme. The role will also ensure that the programme aligns with government policies, national development plans and Ripple Effect’s strategic aims. The role ensures timely delivery of donor funded projects and provides high technical oversight. Ensuring the local programme delivers high quality results that address requirements of government, communities, donors, supporters and other relevant stakeholders.
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About You
As the ideal candidate for the Program and Partner Support Manager role, you bring at least five (5) years of experience in program management, with demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, project implementation, and budget management. You have a proven ability to develop high-quality proposals, support fundraising initiatives, and produce impactful reports that drive program success.
Your strong command of English, combined with experience in proposal development, program management, and working within the NGO sector, makes you a valuable addition to Ripple Effect.
You are a confident leader with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. You excel at leading programs, building and developing high-performing teams, and fostering productive partnerships. With strong strategic thinking, attention to detail, and a creative, innovative approach to problem-solving, you consistently deliver results aligned with organizational goals.
Guided by the values of integrity, accountability, and compassion, you are self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently while building strong networks and collaborative relationships. If you are an energetic initiator with a passion for creating sustainable impact, we encourage you to apply.
What we Offer
- Pension/Provident fund
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Medical insurance for yourself and dependents
- Life insurance
How to Apply
If you feel you have the qualities, passion, skills, and experience to fulfil this varied, rewarding, and vital role, we would love to hear from you.
1) Download the:
- Job description
- Application form
- PSEA self-assessment form
2) Submit your application form and PSEA self-assessment form online (in Word or PDF format) to Rwanda.Applications@rippleeffect.org clearing indicating the position you are applying for and using the job code PDD008 Programms and Partner Support Manager in the subject line. If you require the job description or the application form in a different format, please contact Damas.Butera@rippleeffect.org
Key Dates
Application Closing date: Tuesday 21st July 2026
Interview date: To be Communicated
Start date: As soon as Possible
Key Contact
Name: Damas ButeraEmail Address: Damas.Butera@rippleeffect.org
