Technical Specialist, Refugees and Displaced Persons

World University Service of Canada (WUSC - EUMC)

. Provide demand-driven, standardized technical assistance and expert guidance on Refugee and Displaced Persons inclusion to donor staff and implementing partners in Rwanda .

Posted 10/12/2026contractRemote • RwandaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing technical assistance and capacity development for Refugee and Displaced Persons inclusion, with a strong focus on education and economic opportunities for youth. Possesses deep knowledge of social inclusion, gender equality, and market-based approaches in the context of Rwanda.

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Technical AssistanceCapacity DevelopmentYouth EmploymentProgram DevelopmentSocial Inclusion

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Hard Skills

Fluency in EnglishBachelor’s Degree in Related FieldExperience in Development CooperationExperience with Refugee YouthKnowledge of Education TrendsUnderstanding of Market-Based ApproachesExperience Supporting EntrepreneursResearch and Analysis SkillsParticipatory Partnership DevelopmentCommitment to Gender Equality

Soft Skills

Strong Planning SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Refugee StudiesInternational DevelopmentLivelihoods PromotionEconomic InclusionYouth EmploymentSocial WorkPublic PolicyDevelopment StudiesMonitoring and EvaluationStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide demand-driven, standardized technical assistance and expert guidance on Refugee and Displaced Persons inclusion to donor staff and implementing partners in Rwanda
Co-develop strategies and action plans to mainstream RDP inclusion across programs and geographies in Rwanda
Co-create concept notes and proposals, and review expressions of interest, incorporating an RDP lens
Conduct RDP inclusion assessments with donor partners
Develop and implement capacity-strengthening plans for assessed partners
Support development of RDP-specific partnerships and engage stakeholders in implementing the RDP strategy
Maintain relationships with donor staff and partners
Support RDP-focused events, learning workshops, stakeholder convenings, and youth meetings
Build partner capacity to develop, test, and scale innovative education and economic opportunity programs for RDP youth
Support training-of-trainers approaches with donor RDP focal points, the Youth Technical Advisory Committee, and refugee-led organizations
Deliver technical assistance and institutional strengthening to refugee-led organizations
Strengthen RLO organizational and technical capacity to provide RDP inclusion assistance to donors and partners
Conduct research, mapping, and analysis of RDP contexts and barriers
Liaise with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning team to track technical assistance quality and effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluency in English is essential; French preferred but not required
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, including International Development, Project Planning and Management, Development Studies, Social Work, Public Policy, International Relations, or Refugee Studies
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in development cooperation, technical assistance projects, education, and/or youth employment in Rwanda
Relevant experience promoting livelihoods and economic inclusion for displaced/refugee youth
Experience supporting entrepreneurs in a refugee setting
Experience with tertiary or technical education for displaced/refugee youth and young people with disabilities
Understanding of market-based approaches to youth employment and livelihoods, particularly for refugees and displaced women and young people
Experience providing technical support to development organizations and supporting multiple partners
Experience in program development and participatory partnership-based capacity development
Deep knowledge of education and youth employment issues, trends, and barriers in Africa, particularly for refugee and displaced women and young people
Demonstrated commitment to social inclusion and knowledge of constraints faced by refugee and displaced groups
Knowledge of and commitment to gender equality and intersectionality in programming
Complete fluency in English, with strong writing and editing ability
Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work hands-on, independently, and within a team in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to WUSC’s mission
Must be based in Kigali, Rwanda
Must already possess relevant work authorization in Rwanda
Ability to travel frequently within Rwanda and across Africa, with occasional international travel
Ability to work a flexible schedule
RDP lived experience highly desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dynamic international work environment with a diverse intercultural workforce
Exciting opportunities to apply skills and gain experience while making a difference for youth around the world
Accommodations available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process