Content Development & Publishing Consultant at Room to Read Rwanda (Apply Now)

Deadline: Not Specified | Location: Rwanda | Employment Type: Full-Time (Consultancy)

Room to Read, one of the world’s leading organizations in children’s literacy and girls’ education, is recruiting a Content Development & Publishing Consultant to support its publishing and literacy initiatives in Rwanda.
This is a golden career opportunity for professionals with strong experience in book development, publishing, literacy materials, and capacity-building in the local creative ecosystem.

If you are passionate about transforming education, strengthening Rwanda’s publishing landscape, and improving access to quality children’s books, this consultancy role is for you.

About Room to Read – Transforming Education Globally

Established in 2000, Room to Read operates under the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children.
The organization has impacted more than 50 million children across 28 countries, with programs focusing on:

• Literacy development in early grades
• Publishing high-quality, age-appropriate children’s books
• Establishing engaging libraries in schools
• Promoting gender equality through education and life-skills support

In Rwanda, Room to Read collaborates closely with government institutions, private publishers, development partners, and creative industry actors to boost the supply and quality of reading materials in Kinyarwanda and English.

Position: Content Development & Publishing Consultant Rwanda

The Content Development & Publishing Consultant will provide technical leadership in the creation, production, and distribution of high-quality children’s reading materials.
This includes strengthening local publishing capacity, supporting national-level frameworks, and ensuring alignment with government standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strengthening Rwanda’s Publishing Sector

The consultant will play a major role in rebuilding and improving the country’s children’s book ecosystem, including:

• Mapping, identifying, and engaging private publishers, creatives, and publishing associations
• Building strong partnerships with authors, illustrators, graphic designers, editors, and publishing houses
• Leading workshops, capacity-building sessions, and skills-development programs
• Facilitating co-creation and adaptation workshops for new children’s storybooks

This role requires someone deeply familiar with Rwanda’s creative industry and passionate about uplifting local talent.

2. Planning, Budgeting & Program Coordination

The consultant will:

• Prepare and review annual and quarterly budgets for all publishing-related activities
• Coordinate closely with REB, MINEDUC, MINUBUMWE, Kigali Public Library, publishers, associations, and local organizations
• Manage logistics for workshops, training, printing activities, and field implementation

This requires strong project management and communication skills.

3. Developing High-Quality Reading Materials

A major responsibility involves leading the printing and distribution of Kinyarwanda decodable readers:

• Oversee mass production of literacy materials
• Work closely with local printers to maintain quality
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications and government standards
• Guarantee adherence to Room to Read’s quality assurance guidelines

Your leadership will greatly influence the reading materials used across Rwanda’s schools.

4. Teacher & Library Support

To ensure the materials are used effectively, the consultant will:

• Support the rollout of teacher and librarian training programs
• Provide guidance on using decodable readers, library management, and reading activities
• Ensure reading materials are integrated into teacher capacity-building initiatives

This aligns with Room to Read’s mission of improving literacy at the foundational level.

5. Supporting National-Level Frameworks

The consultant will also support the development and validation of major national education frameworks:

• Rwanda’s national book policy
• National textbook strategy
• National storybook guidelines and implementation plan

This is a high-impact role that contributes directly to Rwanda’s long-term reading and education systems.

Required Qualifications

To be eligible for this exciting consultancy opportunity, applicants must have:

Academic Background

• Master’s degree in:
• Education
• Publishing
• Literacy
• Communications
• OR related fields with strong focus on publishing/content development

Professional Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Rwanda’s children’s publishing sector
• Strong background in:
• Storybook creation
• Book production
• Capacity-building for authors, illustrators, editors, or publishers
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate technical workshops
• Experience collaborating with REB, MINEDUC, publishers, and creative sector stakeholders
• Deep understanding of Rwanda’s publishing ecosystem

Skills

• Excellent written and spoken communication in Kinyarwanda and English
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks professionally

Duration of the Consultancy

• Start Date: January 1, 2026
• End Date: June 30, 2026
• Possibility of extension: Yes
• Level of Effort: Monthly LOE (fixed workdays agreed per month)
• Payment: Monthly, based on verified LOE, timesheet, and invoice

This structure offers flexibility while ensuring accountability and measurable deliverables.

Child Protection & PSEA Commitment

Room to Read enforces strict standards to protect children from:

• Abuse
• Exploitation
• Violence
• Neglect

All staff and consultants must follow the organization’s:

• Child Protection Policy
• Child Protection Code of Conduct
• Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy

A survivor-centered approach is mandatory in all interactions and reporting mechanisms.

Why You Should Apply< /o:p>

This consultancy offers a unique opportunity to:

• Contribute to Rwanda’s national education frameworks
• Strengthen the country’s publishing ecosystem
• Work with government institutions and key stakeholders
• Support the development of high-quality children’s reading materials
• Enhance literacy and learning outcomes across Rwanda
• Be part of Room to Read’s global mission impacting millions of children

If you are passionate about literacy, book development, and educational transformation, this is your moment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official Room to Read Rwanda recruitment portal or the listed application link for requisition R-03138.

Make sure your application clearly highlights:

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• Creative capacity-building roles you have played
• Engagements with Rwanda’s education ecosystem
• Samples of previous book development or publishing work (if requested)

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The Content Development & Publishing Consultant role is more than just a short-term assignment it is an opportunity to shape the future of reading culture in Rwanda.
By joining Room to Read, you become part of a powerful movement that transforms lives through books, literacy, and equal opportunities for all children.

If you believe you meet the qualifications, apply as soon as possible.

 

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