SOS Children's Villages Rwanda is recruiting a Director of Strategy and Programs Implementation to lead strategic planning, programme implementation, and organizational transformation across its national operations.
Director of Strategy and Programs Implementation at SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda (1 Position) | Apply Before 08 July 2026
Are you an experienced leader in strategic planning, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational transformation? SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is inviting qualified professionals to apply for the position of Director of Strategy and Programs Implementation based at its National Office in Kigali. This senior leadership opportunity is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in development programming, child protection, results-based management, and organizational strategy.
The successful candidate will play a key role in translating the organization’s strategic vision into practical programmes that improve the lives of vulnerable children and families across Rwanda.
About SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda
SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda is part of the global SOS Children’s Villages International federation, a non-governmental organization established in 1949 and operating in more than 135 countries worldwide. The organization works to ensure every child grows up with love, care, respect, and security through family strengthening, child protection, alternative care, education, youth empowerment, and advocacy initiatives.
In Rwanda, SOS Children’s Villages operates programme areas in Gasabo, Gicumbi, Kayonza, and Nyamagabe, supporting vulnerable children, families, and communities while aligning with Rwanda’s child care reform agenda.
Job Summary
| Position | Director of Strategy and Programs Implementation |
|---|---|
| Organization | SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda |
| Number of Positions | 1 Vacancy |
| Contract Type | Fixed-Term |
| Duty Station | National Office, Kigali (Regular travel required) |
| Reports To | National Director |
| Grade | Directors – Grade Nine |
| Application Deadline | 08 July 2026 (5:00 PM Kigali Time) |
Why This Position Matters
As SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda continues implementing SOS Strategy 2030 and supporting Rwanda’s transition from institutional care to community-based family strengthening, this position provides strategic leadership across programme implementation, planning, monitoring, evaluation, learning, accountability, and organizational transformation.
The successful candidate will ensure programme quality, strategic alignment, operational efficiency, and evidence-based decision-making throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Organizational Leadership
The Director will:
- Lead annual strategic and operational planning.
- Align programme implementation with SOS Strategy 2030.
- Translate organizational priorities into implementation roadmaps.
- Coordinate cross-departmental planning.
- Support decentralization and area-level planning.
Programme Implementation
Responsibilities include:
- Supervising Programme Area Heads.
- Overseeing national programme implementation.
- Managing Alternative Care programmes.
- Leading Family Strengthening initiatives.
- Supporting Education and Youth Empowerment programmes.
- Coordinating Emergency Response activities.
- Monitoring programme budgets and implementation quality.
Results-Based Management (RBM) and MEAL
The successful candidate will:
- Lead Research, RBM and MEAL functions.
- Develop impact dashboards.
- Produce strategic reports.
- Ensure donor reporting compliance.
- Promote evidence-based programme improvements.
Organizational Transformation
The Director will support:
- Child care reform implementation.
- Community-based family strengthening.
- Digital transformation initiatives.
- Change management.
- Capacity building for Programme Area Managers.
Representation
The position also includes:
- Representing SOS Rwanda nationally and regionally.
- Collaborating with Government institutions.
- Working with donors and international partners.
- Supporting regional learning initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- Master’s Degree in International Development, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive programme management experience.
- At least 5 years in senior management.
- Strong leadership experience.
- Experience with Results-Based Management (RBM).
- Demonstrated strategic planning expertise.
- Experience managing multi-donor programmes.
- Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
- Strong understanding of child protection and social protection programming.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following will have an advantage:
- PMP or PRINCE2 certification.
- Experience in childcare reform.
- Experience in Alternative Care.
- Family Strengthening expertise.
- African regional experience.
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda or French.
- Experience using programme management and RBM digital tools.
Essential Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Programme Management
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Results-Based Management
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Donor Reporting
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making
- Organizational Development
Why Work with SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda?
Joining SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda provides an opportunity to:
- Lead national development programmes.
- Influence child protection policy.
- Work with international development partners.
- Drive strategic transformation.
- Contribute to improving children’s lives across Rwanda.
- Build a long-term leadership career within a respected international organization.
Required Documents
Applicants should submit:
- Application Letter
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three Professional References
- National ID
- Academic Certificates and Degrees
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Complete the official application form using the organization’s application link.
- Email the required documents to:
sos.recruitment@sos-rwanda.org
Use the subject:
Director of Strategy and Programs Implementation
Application deadline:
08 July 2026 at 5:00 PM (Kigali Time)
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Child Safeguarding Commitment
SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda maintains a strict child safeguarding policy and a zero-tolerance approach toward sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and all forms of misconduct. Recruitment includes background checks and reference verification to ensure child protection standards are upheld.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There is one (1) available position.
Where will the successful candidate work?
The successful candidate will be based at the National Office in Kigali while traveling regularly to programme areas across Rwanda.
What is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted no later than 08 July 2026 at 5:00 PM Kigali Time.
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