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Closing date: 2018-04-30

We're Christians passionate about ending poverty. We're following Jesus where the need is greatest, working through local churches to unlock people's potential and helping them to discover that the answer to poverty is within themselves. When disasters strike, we respond quickly. We won't stop until poverty stops.

We have an exciting new role at Tearfund for someone to head up our East and Central Africa Cluster.

This role is responsible for leading, supporting, equipping and encouraging the Country Leads within the cluster to enable Tearfund's vision, outcomes and priorities to ensure one Tearfund'.

You will represent and support all aspects of Tearfund's work in the cluster, linking into appropriate regional churches/ bodies and to link with fellow clusters leads to ensure learning both within and across clusters. In addition, you will provide strategic leadership to the whole International Group (IG) effort alongside other members of the IG Senior Management Team.

Do you have experience of:

• Leading and delivering strategic and operational change within teams in country, cluster and across organisations.
• Partnering with national NGO and church partner organisations
• Connecting and building relationships with church bodies across the region
• Organisational leadership, including forming and shaping a team.
• Strategic and operational leadership of development and disaster management
• Budget planning and management

Are you able to:

• Empower country teams to do their work and hold them accountable for results
• Lead and inspire a team and back them with support to achieve a common vision
• Plan, prioritise and organise multiple work tasks under tight timelines and in close cooperation with multiple stakeholders
• Lead dynamically in changing contexts and through change within organisations, bringing fresh energy and vision
• Make and take responsibility for operational decisions
• Manage conflict effectively

Are you:

• An excellent leader with coaching and mentoring skills
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• A relationship-builder with networking skills Do you share in Tearfund's vision to see all people freed from poverty, living transformed lives, and reaching their God-given potential?

Then we'd love to hear from you!

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.

Please note: this role will be based in either Kenya or Rwanda.

Tearfund offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The salary is market matched and will depend on where the role is located.

Preference will be given to those with the right to live and work in countries within the region

For further details or to apply please visit: http://jobs.tearfund.org/tearfund/jobs/vacancy/head-of-cluster---east--central-africa-1491/1517/description/

Closing date: 2018-05-04

Who We Are

Girl Effect builds youth brands and mobile platforms to empower girls to change their lives

We re a creative non-profit empowering girls to change their lives. Started by the Nike Foundation, we are experts in media, mobile, brand and international development: a unique mix of skills that we use to solve global problems in a different way.

We work across the world in the places where girls are marginalised and vulnerable. We create for young people in ways they love and interact with. And it's all delivered through the media and mobile tech they use every day from apps that build skills, to TV dramas that explore vital issues, to magazines written by girls.

Context of Role

The Producer will play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the Marketing and Digital department in the Girl Effect Rwanda office. They will lead on the day-to-day running of a small multi-disciplinary creative team to deliver the Ni Nyampinga creative assets for Ni Nyampinga platforms, and collateral for Ni Nyampinga marketing campaigns and events. In addition to running our brilliant in-house creative team, the Producer will manage numerous freelance creatives, including illustrators and photographers. The Producer will also lead on event production for a range of Ni Nyampinga events, from roadshows through to conferences and screenings.

What You ll Do

• End-to-end management of the Ni Nyampinga creative and marketing process.
• Building strong working relationships with Ni Nyampinga print and digital editorial teams to deliver brilliant products across platforms.
• Reviewing all internal briefs, creating project plans and timelines, and communicating production clearly to all stakeholders.
• Managing resourcing and scheduling for a small internal creative team, plus additional freelance resource when necessary.
• Contracting, briefing and managing freelancer creatives (including illustrators, photographers, crew)
• Lead on event production for Ni Nyampinga roadshows, festivals, screenings, and managing production of event collateral.
• Leading on event production for B2B events, in conjunction with the Partnerships team.

Who You Are

• 5+ years production experience either client-side or in an advertising, marketing or design and branding agency, with a track record of delivering projects across brand, digital, marketing campaigns, and multi-media content production
• In-depth knowledge and experience of the full creative production process; able to maximise efficiency and effectiveness while championing creative excellence
• Significant experience of resourcing and scheduling for multiple creative team members
• Experience of working with inter-disciplinary teams to deliver first-class multi-media products
• Significant experience of delivering B2B and B2C events
• Excellent planning and project management skills
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve, reprioritize and get stuck in
• Demonstrable experience of inspiring creativity and innovation in others (internally and with partners) leading to first class creative outcomes
• Demonstrates energy, resilience and passion for the work; taking a solutions focused approach to overcome challenges
• A deep understanding of Rwandan youth culture

What Else You Should Know

As we continue to scale and grow - we are hugely ambitious for our future and we are looking for people who are driven by this to change the world for girls.

Our teams are a diverse mix across sectors (non-profit and commercial) and specialisms (from Brand and Creative through to Gender and Insight). You ll learn and grow in an environment that will challenge you to think and work with a fresh perspective.
At Girl Effect, you can expect to work somewhere where you will be stretched and developed in your role, a place where you can build your career and work with talented, engaged people committed to our cause to create a lasting impact.

To apply please visit https://grnh.se/fk88bcwn2.

Closing date: 2018-05-10

Company Description

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation. Founded in the Netherlands 50 years ago, we have built a long-term, local presence in 39 of the poorest countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors works with local partners to equip communities, businesses and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development.

For more information on our operations in Rwanda, visit our website:www.snvworld.org

Job Description

In Rwanda, SNV delivers advisory services to local organisations throughout the country, helping to realise the national development goals in the Agriculture, Energy and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene sectors.

Overview of the position

SNV seeks a talented, entrepreneurial, result-oriented and experienced professional who will lead the Rwanda country team in realizing the implementation of high quality programs in SNV s sectors. We offer you a challenging position in a very dynamic environment. The role of Country Director, Rwanda is critical for the success of SNV. Reporting directly to the Managing Director responsible for East Africa the Country Director, Rwanda will guide SNV s strategic and operational engagement.

The Country Director is responsible for leading and driving the country program. It is a multi-faceted role, focused on securing adequate funding to sustain operations, upscale and strategically strengthen the country program, while ensuring high quality delivery. It will require you to be well informed about national and international development priorities and steer the sectors in response to these priorities. You will forge partnerships and alliances between SNV and important national and international actors, and stimulate collaboration for impact in SNV sectors. You will be the face of SNV in the country and ensure a positive image and visibility.

You will lead, coach and support a team of proffesionals to perform at their best to meet and exceed client, donor and SNV corporate expectations. In addition, you will be a key member of our global senior management team, making meaningful contributions to help shape the future of SNV.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadershipof the program (including multi-country efforts and potentially managing projects in other countries) within the overall parameters of SNV s global strategy;
• Business developmentto grow the country program, ensure financial sustainability of SNV in Rwanda and ensure a high quality project design;
• Oversight and quality assuranceof project implementation (including project director roles) ensuring the delivery of impact to the satisfaction of key stakeholders and following SNV s and the donor s financial standards and monitoring protocols;
• Leadership and managementof the country team: creating and nurturing an environment that supports high performance, learning and teamwork;
• Representation and profiling: building partnerships and maintaining excellent relationships with donors, partners, local governments, businesses, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders;
• Collaboration with other SNV countriesto effectively exploit opportunities for synergy, deliver at scale (including multi-country projects), exchange knowledge and strengthen SNV s position;
• In addition, Country Directors foster innovation of SNV products and services: facilitate learning, documentation and evidence based knowledge development in collaboration with SNV s global team and partners; ensure collaboration with renowned knowledge institutes and networks.

Qualifications

Education

• Master s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline;

Required relevant experience

• At least 8 years of relevant experience at strategic level;
• Knowledge and understanding of the international development context and trends in SNV s three core sectors;
• Proven ability of mobilizing resources from the public and private sector; familiarity with key financiers and actors in SNV s 3 core sectors;
• Strong business and people management capabilities with a focus on results and an entrepreneurial skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong networking and positioning skills at multiple levels;
• Strong in implementation oversight;
• Proven track record in project management;
• Ability to relate with and manage relationships with government at federal and local levels;
• Ability to coach, lead, stimulate, and inspire professionals in a development context;
• Has lived or worked in Africa;
• Familiarity with Dutch embassies and funding channels;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Additional Information

Key Steps in the Selection Process

1. Please submit your application via SmartRecruiters on or before 29 April 2018if you wish to be considered for this position. All information will be in the strictest confidence. We will revert to you as soon as feasible when we have reviewed your application.

2. During the recruitment process, SNV will require your cooperation in completing a Competency Profile when long listed for this position.

3. We will require that you provide us with full details of three people who are willing to act as a referee. We will not contact these referees without your explicit permission. Please note that reference checks may be conducted prior to your face-to-face interviews.

4. Should SNV wish to proceed with your application two interviews with the Selection Committee will take place.

5. After your interviews with the Selection Committee, we will advise you of the Committee s decision as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to furnish SNV with original copies of their qualifications prior to an offer being extended.

We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement

NB: Only shortlisted will be contacted

Please APPLY ONLINE at: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/SNV/743999668571378-country-director-rwanda

Closing date: 2018-05-14

Position:Program Development Consultant - Rwanda

Contract Period:5/15/2018 07/31/2018 (10 Business Days Total)

Organizational Background:

Heartland Alliance International (HAI) is the global arm of Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights, a family of organizations that has been leading anti-poverty and social justice work in Chicago for more than 125 years. HAI is comprised of a dozen country offices implementing programs on a broad range of human rights issues globally. HAI is an industry leader in access to high quality and stigma-free health care. It also has significant expertise in the fields of trauma-informed mental health care, psychosocial support, and access to justice for survivors of human rights abuses.

Overview:

HAI is a leader in access to high quality and stigma-free health care. Since 2009, HAI has implemented effective, large-scale programs that reach heavily stigmatized key populations in Nigeria, C te d Ivoire, Ghana, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and the Dominican Republic with comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care services. HAI is currently seeking a Consultant to lead and coordinate the development of a proposal focused on improving uptake of HIV testing and prevention services, referral and linkages for Key and Priority Populations in Rwanda.

Key Responsibilities:

In conjunction with HAI staff, the consultant will:

Develop a consortium of local and international service providers to provide HIV prevention and care services for Key Populations at risk for HIV;

Contribute to the writing of a proposal for HIV prevention and care services for Key Populations at risk for HIV in Rwanda;

Ensure that objectives/outcomes/activities proposed:

o Respond to technical and financial requirements set out in request for applications;

o Conform to local and international standards for state of the art services;

o Are appropriate to local HIV epidemic;

o Consider the local political and cultural context;

o Leverage HAI s unique experience and expertise.

Deliverables:

The Consultant will complete a final report including the points listed in the key responsibilities section above.

Consultant Profile:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

• A minimum of five years of high-level experience working with local HIV/AIDS actors in Rwanda;
• A track record of successful funding;
• Strong knowledge/experience with programs for key populations in Africa, especially Rwanda;
• Ability to develop strong coalitions that complement the skill set of the Prime (strong interpersonal skills).

Timeline:

HAI anticipates the assignment will require about 10 business days, starting on or around May 15, 2018, including travel and Saturday work authorization.

The Consultant will spend five to seven business days in Rwanda.

HAI may need to adjust the timeline depending on when the funder releases the solicitation.

Please apply on Heartland Alliance International s application portal.

https://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=HEARTLANDALLIANCE&cws=38&rid=5039

A complete application package will include a resume and a cover letter. The cover letter will include the following:

• Daily rate requested;
• Dates of availability;
• List of recent grants written: both successful and unsuccessful;
• Three references with relevant knowledge of candidate.

Please note that HAI will only consider applicants that submit a full application package.

Closing date: 2018-05-20

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems that can succeed without our assistance. For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.orgCHAI is scaling up its viral hepatitis program, which will work towards improving access to treatment and diagnostics for hepatitis B and C in low and lower middle income countries.

Summary of Position

The Senior Country Support Associate will support the implementation and scale-up of CHAI's hepatitis country programs in the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region with both supply and demand-side activities. The associate will be based in the SSA region and will support country teams as they begin to scale-up public viral hepatitis programs, helping to optimize policies and processes to ensure access to high quality hepatitis drugs and diagnostic testing. The associate will also need to support the development of programmatic tools (costing, forecasting, supply planning, M&E) and financing strategies that can be used in the development of public treatment programs. Extensive travel will be required. The associate will report to the team program manager.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding credentials, strong analytical abilities, and communication skills. The candidate must be self-driven, entrepreneurial, adaptable and have a high level of comfort with ambiguity. They will be expected to function independently and flexibly, with little to no oversight. They must be self-assured, a fast learner, resilient, and a strong team player. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.

• Provide support to South Asia and SEA governments and CHAI country teams on program development and implementation relating to viral hepatitis
• Help countries to build their capacity on costing, forecasting, and supply and distribution planning, including developing tools for use in public programs
• Support country teams with budget and scenario analysis; help develop strategies to advocate for the changes with key in-country opinion leaders
• Support the development of patient targets and model credible uptake forecasts for use in supplier business cases
• Disseminate information from CHAI and other sources on supply dynamics and access-to-medicines issues
• Develop coherent and convincing materials related to viral hepatitis programs for use in countries, with suppliers, and with donors
• Provide coordination support on projects across multiple CHAI focal countries, with multiple work streams in each country
• Share best practices across country program to ensure knowledge is shared on the strategies, tools and experiences of all programs

• Handle any additional responsibilities that may arise as programs mature and programmatic priorities shift

• Outstanding academic credentials

• Bachelor's degree plus 3-5 years of work experience

• Experience living and/or working in developing countries

• Excellent written and oral communications skills

• Strong quantitative skills, including significant experience working in excel on modeling

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentations

• Applicants with management consulting or other relevant private and public sector experience are strongly encouraged to apply

• Ability to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situations

• Ability to absorb and synthesize a broad range of information, including technical information regarding various drugs

• Ability to work independently on complex projects and proactively manage projects with minimal supervision

• High EQ and excellent interpersonal skills, especially in cross-cultural settings and highly distributed work environments with demonstrated ability to build relationships quickly

• High level of proficiency in relevant computer applications particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word

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Closing date: 2018-05-31

Position: Rwanda Industry Team Coordinator

Who are we:

Bridges to Prosperity is an international NGO that works to provide safe access to education, health and economic development through the construction of footbridges over impassable rivers. Our mission is to innovate, inspire and educate. Innovate through the development and sharing of engineering solutions that are safe, replicable and locally viable. Educate by providing educational programs that teach footbridge construction to reach the greatest number of people in need. Inspire by providing opportunities for leadership development and personal growth through international collaboration.

Position Description:

We are seeking a motivated, dynamic and highly capable Industry Team Coordinator to support our International Partner Program. As the Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating all ground logistics for visiting teams of international volunteers. You will act as the main contact between B2P, the local communities and the incoming international brigades. The ideal candidate would be a professional with an interest in international development who thrives in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Represent the B2P organization and its mission to local and international partners
• Respond to requests for information prior to the team s arrival via email, telephone, or Whatsapp
• Understand each bridge site and community and be able to articulate this to the international team
• Drive the overall Industry Team travel experience, creating a unique and memorable experience for team members, with the ultimate goal of renewing industry sponsorships through positive team member travel experiences
• Promote B2P s culture of safety and quality both on and off of the bridge site
• Cultivate relationships with B2P partners who travel to Rwanda including Industry Partners, Rotary Clubs, and other donors
• Manage a team of on-site Industry Liaisons

IN THE OFFICE

• Lead all preparation and review calls for International Industry Teams including preparing PowerPoint presentations for the calls
• Other general tasks as requested

IN THE FIELD

• Support the B2P Rwanda Program Manager, Program Coordinator, and Manager of Programs (HQ) to prepare the arrival of the International Industry Team including accommodation, meals, vehicle hire, and site preparation
• Coordinate with on-site liaison to organize activities between local community and International Industry Team
• Interpret between International Industry Team members, B2P team, Local Government and local community members

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in hospitality or tourism
• Fluent written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Email
• Professional and details-oriented communication and organizational skills
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Creative, energetic and self-motivated, with a proven track record of taking initiative and problem solving
• Passion for B2P s mission and international non-profit work
• Driver s License

Salary:

This is a Rwanda based position with a starting salary of ~$600/month depending on experience.

Location:

This is a full-time position that requires the successful candidate to be based in Kigali, Rwanda during office hours as well as travelling to remote locations when required. All in-country work related travel is covered by the organization.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Sound like you? Tell us a bit more about yourself.

https://www.bridgestoprosperity.org/rwanda-industry-team-coordinator

Closing date: 2018-06-01

JOB DESCRIPTION

One Acre Fund is nothing more than the people who devote their time and energy to making smallholder farmers more prosperous. These people are the main ingredient to our success, and the role of the Recruitment team is to find them. We are seeking an exceptional leader in recruitment to manage the sub-team devoted to candidate outreach, executive search, and employer branding.

The Outreach and Sourcing Manager will join our globally-based People Operations team and ensure we are recruiting the world s best professionals to join our ranks. The main job duties are as follows:

Sourcing strategy and execution roughly 60%

• One Acre Fund recently created an in-house executive search team to source professionals for our leadership roles. You will manage this team, setting strategy and performing analysis on sourcing and branding trials
• Conduct talent mapping exercises in each of our countries of operation, working to understand the talent landscape and identify new channels to find future staff members
• Oversee One Acre Fund s referral program, increasing engagement with all eligible staff, pushing for efficiencies, and ensuring quality data management
• Conduct and train others in executive search tactics, designing tools, and implementing creative sourcing methods to reach new candidates
• Research, engage with, and maintain connections with leads and prospects across the region

Team Leadership and Management roughly 20%

• Directly manage and mentor two sourcing associates and 1-2 specialists to deliver upon sourcing strategy and goals

• Management will include oversight, weekly reporting meetings, performance reviews and development, strategic direction and support.

• Ensure that all staff receives effective mentorship to promote career growth.

• Personally lead training sessions for senior staff members.

• Work with other recruitment managers to set goals, drive progress, and problem solve.

• Serve as an ambassador of the recruitment team to the rest of the organization

One Acre Fund is a young organization and this sub-team is very new; as such, there may be additional responsibilities that arise. We are looking for a flexible and enthusiastic professional who can tackle any task that will improve their team and the organization at large.

Recruitment communications roughly 20%

• Build a robust employer brand in our target geographies and demographics
• Work closely with the communications team to ensure we create and publish accurate and compelling content related to careers at One Acre Fund
• Manage our LinkedIn and other social media accounts
• Oversee the Careers portion of One Acre Fund s website includes content generation and troubleshooting

CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. Your manager and a global support team will commit significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new high-level roles opening up and opportunities in many functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are seeking someone with a deep interest in people, talent, and sourcing, experience in a fast-paced work environment, and an interest in international development and/or nonprofit work. The ideal candidate possesses the following qualities and experience:

• 6+ years of professional experience in recruitment, executive search, or related areas. Marketing, sales, and communications experience is also useful, but not required
• Minimum 3 years direct management experience with strong examples of people development
• Excellent interpersonal skills; the Sourcing and Outreach Manager will have daily contact with senior leaders in the organization, the broader recruitment team, and a wide range of candidates and should be able to engage with them in a friendly and professional way.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent presentation skills and comfort with public speaking are required
• Comfort networking enjoys creating and maintaining positive relationships for professional purposes
• Internal drive: the Sourcing and Outreach Manager will be leading their own sub-team and must be able to proactively drive forward their own work as well as the team s
• Knowledge of existing sourcing channels and the ability to innovate with creative new ways to find candidates
• Strong judgment and the ability to prioritize multiple demanding tasks
• Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• A humble approach to service: we are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with patience and humility
• Language: English required; Swahili and/or French a plus

PREFERRED START DATE

Late May - Early June 2018

JOB LOCATION

East African capital city, ideally Kigali or Nairobi, with up to 25% travel

DURATION

Minimum 2-year commitment to full-time career role

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience

BENEFITS

Health insurance, immunizations, flights, room and board

SPONSOR INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES

Yes

East Africans strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please visit the following website: https://grnh.se/4rirub8d1

Closing date: 2018-08-31

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is a new university, based in Rwanda, that aims to train a new generation of clinician-leaders to tackle the toughest problems in global health. UGHE is seeking multiple full-time faculty members to teach in its new medical degree program.

Founding faculty in the UGHE medical program will be responsible for working as part of a team to develop and teach courses using cutting-edge pedagogical methods. UGHE seeks faculty with expertise in one of any of the following areas:

• Health Sciences(microbiology, pharmacology, genetics, biochemistry, physiology, histology and pathology, immunology, or anatomy)

• Health Delivery(global health, public health, epidemiology, or social medicine)

• Humanities

• Clinical Education

Visit the UGHE employment page at ughe.org/employment/ to see all open positions at UGHE.

Academic Responsibilities

• Work on a team to develop longitudinal, integrated courses and lead the development of some of these courses

• Develop learning objectives for full courses and individual lessons, align instruction with learning objectives, and assess student learning against objectives

• Create excellent and engaging classroom exercises, assessments, case studies, discussions, simulations, and problem-solving activities

• Develop, or research and source, course materials to be integrated into student assignments, including readings and teaching videos

• Deliver interactive and engaging classroom instruction

• Organize all course materials in a clear, presentable way on the UGHE learning management system

• Teach laboratory classes, community-based clinical classes, simulation classes, or small-group seminars

• Implement evidence-based continuous improvement of teaching and courses

• Contribute to research at UGHE and to the development of a UGHE research agenda

Administrative Responsibilities

• Mentor and advise students and supervise student research projects

• Manage course supplies including ordering, stocking, preparation, and distribution

• Manage student records and grades

• Serve on university committees and represent the university on external committees as assigned

• Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MD / MBBS-equivalent degree, or a doctoral degree in a related field). Exceptional candidates with Master s-level degrees will be considered.

• Experience with teaching and curriculum development in higher education

• Familiarity and experience with innovative teaching methods, such as team-based learning and problem-based learning, blended learning, formative assessment, peer instruction, or online learning

• Track record of excellence in teaching and a passion for learning new material and teaching methods

• Track record of research productivity with peer-reviewed publications

• Experience with new and rapidly-growing organizations, initiatives, or departments, with an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Fluency in English required; French or Kinyarwanda language skills desired

Benefits of Working at UGHE

UGHE faculty will be based at our campus in Butaro, Northern Rwanda. The campus is situated in a scenic area with a mild climate year-round. New, on-campus housing is available for full-time faculty. UGHE also offers a competitive salary and health care benefits. Faculty moving to UGHE from outside of Rwanda for this position will receive a relocation allotment and an annual stipend for travel to their home countries for themselves and eligible dependents.

Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with its flagship degree program: the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes in health care.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Over three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality health care to some of the world s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB) - PIH s sister organization - and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

The Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelors of Surgery (MBBS) program, to be launched in July 2019, aims to improve individual and population health by training diverse clinician leaders with the skills, attitudes, and commitment to promote wellness, to ease suffering, and to develop more effective and equitable health care delivery systems. Consistent with UGHE s vision of training future leaders with expertise in health care delivery, MBBS students will also be granted the MGHD degree. In 2017, the Center for Nursing and Midwifery Leadership (CNML) was developed to address the gaps in nursing and midwifery education and to meet the needs of the health care system and most vulnerable patients around the globe.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in their drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in needed, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as they uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Partners In Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To Apply

Please visit theUGHE employment pageto view full position descriptions and see instructions for application.