Development Associate || Kivu Choice Ltd -Job Location: Headquarters, Kigali
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Job Title: Development Associate
Department: Data & Technology
Reports to: Senior Manager, Data & Technology
Job Location: Headquarters, Kigali (with 30% travel to other KC Sites)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Kivu Choice:
Kivu Choice is the fastest growing vertically integrated aquaculture company with the largest hatchery in Rwanda. A fish production operation as well as a growing number of branches to sell the fish throughout the country. Over the next 5 years our plan is to scale to become the largest and most sustainable protein producer in the country, producing and distributing over 50 million fish meals per year across Rwanda, DRC, and Burundi.
About the Role
Kivu Choice is seeking a motivated Development Associate to join our Kigali headquarters. The role will provide critical support to the Group Chief Development Officer, the Country CEO Rwanda and the wider Development Department. This includes coordinating and implementing community development and CSR projects, managing stakeholder relationships, supporting donor reporting, and strengthening partnerships that align with our sustainability and social impact goals.
This is a hands-on role for someone with strong organizational, communication, and project management skills who is passionate about sustainable development, partnerships, and empowering communities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic and Operational Support
Provide direct support to the Group Chief Development Officer including scheduling, correspondence, and preparation of briefing materials.
Assist in developing, implementing, and tracking strategic priorities for community, government, and donor relations.
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with internal departments and external partners.
Represent senior leadership in internal and external meetings when required, ensuring timely follow-up on action points.
Project Management and Coordination
Assist in the design, coordination, and implementation of CSR and community development projects.
Track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables to ensure accountability and timely execution.
Manage monthly and quarterly Values Day activities across the company.
Lead or support special projects and community outreach campaigns as delegated.
Reporting and Documentation
Draft donor reports, grant proposals, and internal project updates.
Maintain accurate records of stakeholders, beneficiaries, and program activities.
Monitor and report on project performance metrics and impact in line with organizational goals.
Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a liaison between the Development Department, government entities, NGOs, donors, and community groups.
Support the identification, cultivation, and management of partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Help organize community events, trainings, and stakeholder meetings, while collecting feedback and impact stories from the field.
Communications and Visibility
Collaborate with the communications team and other departments to highlight impact stories and program results.
Ensure consistent messaging and visibility of Victory Farms’ development initiatives through reports, presentations, and media.
Administrative and Logistical Support
Provide day-to-day support to the Development Department, including managing calendars, correspondence, and logistics.
Take detailed minutes during meetings and ensure timely dissemination of action points.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in project coordination, CSR, or development/NGO work.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including government, donors, and community members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with data management tools is a plus.
Passion for sustainable development, community empowerment, and social impact.
Submitting your application
If you are interested in this position, prepare the following:
Job application letter
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Copy of your academic documents
Copy of your ID
How to apply: send all the required documents to our email address:
Submission Deadline: Friday, 10th October, 2025.
We will be reviewing and interviewing applications as per submissions.
Date and Timings:
12-09-2025 10:54 AM to 27-09-2025 10:54 AM
