Organisation:  Population Services Intl.

Country:  Rwanda

Closing date:  09 Jul 2011

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org

PSI seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Technical Advisor, Health Services for PSI/ Rwanda. The candidate will provide effective leadership and strategic management of PSI/Rwanda's health interventions to ensure they are targeted, evidence based, and using international best practice approaches to achieve health impact. This full-time position is based in Kigali, Rwanda and reports to the Country Representative.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and guidance to support PSI/Rwanda's Social Marketing and Behavior Change Communications programs in HIV, family planning, malaria and child survival

Build the technical expertise and program management capacity of senior technical staff to design and manage effective and efficient interventions

Support technical Program Directors to set and achieve ambitious DALY, sales and distribution targets and monitor their performance towards these goals

Ensure all Program Directors develop and implement project logframes and annual marketing plans using the Delta process for all interventions and monitor their performance

Ensure Program Directors develop research briefs and use research results to identify priorities and drive intervention strategies

Improve the efficiency and health impact of prevention programs while effectively leveraging staff and resources and developing strategies that maximize synergies between health areas

Support program directors in identifying and assessing market need and feasibility for new products and services within existing health areas

Identify and pursue opportunities for new cross cutting health interventions and new technologies

Contribute to the development of PSI/Rwanda's five year strategic plan

Maintain regular and strong donor, Government and other stakeholder relations, including building partner technical capacity as needed

Qualifications:

Masters degree in relevant field (MBA, MSW, MPH) or equivalent experience

Technical expertise in the area of HIV, reproductive health, maternal and/or child health preferred

3-5 years demonstrated health experience

At least four years of work experience in a developing country

Familiarity with international health, development issues and the international donor community

Experience logical frameworks, marketing planning and program management tools preferred

Ability to work effectively in partnership with a variety of audiences and organizations

Fluency in spoken and written English

Fluency in French preferred

INGO experience strongly preferred

Excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills preferred

Please apply online at www.psi.org No calls or emails please.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

Organisation:  Partners in HealthCountry:  RwandaClosing date:  11 Jul 2011Organizational Profile

Partners In Health (PIH), co-founded by Paul Farmer and Ophelia Dahl and headquartered in Boston, MA, is an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through its service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH has major programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Burundi, Kazakhstan, the Dominican Republic, and Boston, working tirelessly to lessen the joint burden of disease and poverty.

This is an exciting time for PIH as the organization is going through a period of significant growth. PIH has played a vital role in the response and reconstruction of Haiti following the 2010 earthquake, and these efforts are resulting in both a broadened scope of work and heightened visibility for the organization. As the work continues to expand, PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization (see PIH values at http://ftp.pih.org/hr/PIH%20Values%20Statement%20 (final)%20(3).pdf) to join the team.

Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB), PIH’s sister organization in Rwanda, has the goal of supporting the Rwandan Ministry of Health at the district and national levels, to improve the health and promote the rights of the people of Rwanda by ensuring universal access to high quality, comprehensive care.

Overall Responsibilities

The IMB Management Associate will support the IMB Chief Operating Officer and non-clinical leadership team with the implementation of non-clinical programs. In particular, the Management Associate will focus on:

-supporting the Chief Operating Officer on all work-streams (particularly for finance, communications, operations and strategy); -building program management capacity with non-clinical program; -ensuring smooth cross-district coordination and operations.

The successful candidate will develop tools and processes to facilitate efficient management practices, providing mentorship as appropriate for non-clinical program managers.

Qualified candidates will have experience managing a team of professionals, in a for-profit or non-profit organization, in a developing world setting. It is imperative that the candidate have strong interpersonal skills, coordinating with a host of managers and directors s/he does not directly manage. Success is predicated on forming high-trust relationships with colleagues, providing cogent advice, and being persistent.

Ability to commit to 2 years is preferred.

Specific Responsibilities

Support Chief Operating Officer (COO)

-Support COO and non-clinical leadership team to manage the administration of non-clinical programs, including: coordination, communication, finance and administration. -Support COO in reviewing and analyzing non-clinical programs’ reports on program performance metrics, status of activities as compared to work plan, and actual spending as compared to budget in order to anticipate, identify, and address potential challenges. -Support COO’s engagement with key partners, donors, and government partners on all administration, management, and finance issues. -Assist COO in preparing, writing and editing reports. -Support coordination of non-clinical and cross-cutting programs, helping to ensure interdepartmental priorities and projects steadily move forward. -Other special projects as assigned by COO.

Build Non-Clinical Program Management Capacity

-Facilitate program management by supporting non-clinical staff to develop strategic goals, and to create work plans and budgets. -In close collaboration with M&E team, ensure each manager or coordinator has defined, clear and applicable performance metrics for their program, and that they are being monitored on a regular basis and part of the decision-making process. -Assist program staff to gather and analyze programmatic and financial data used in management reports for improved decision-making. -Ensure communication across programs runs smoothly, including planning meetings, providing frequent updates and ensuring information is appropriately shared throughout the organization, both within IMB and with colleagues in Boston. -Develop the managerial capacity of program managers through one-on-one coaching and implementation of management training curricula that are directly applicable to managers’ daily work. -Support non-clinical leadership and managers more generally with major projects as necessary.

Cross-site Coordination and Operations

-Travel frequently to each of three districts of Rwanda that IMB supports. -Coordinate district-based non-clinical activities across three districts, disseminating best practices. -Support quality improvement initiatives across the district sites.

Requirements

-MBA or equivalent graduate degree with 3 years of work experience in management, finance or consulting, or Bachelor’s degree with 4-5 years of applicable work experience. -English fluency required; French proficiency strongly preferred. -High-degree of proficiency with Excel and Power Point. -Strong communication, writing and presentation skills. -Experience with financial management and analytical skills. -Proven ability to exercise good judgment and diplomacy. -Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple assignments, prioritize work flow, adapt to fluctuating workload, and meet deadlines. -Prior experience working in resource-poor settings preferred. -Willingness to travel frequently within Rwanda and work long hours. -Genuine gratification with working in a collaborative team atmosphere. -Commitment to health and social justice.

How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website at www.pih.org

Organisation:  Partners in Health

Country:  Rwanda

Closing date:  11 Jul 2011

Organizational Profile

Partners In Health (“PIH”), co-founded by Paul Farmer and Ophelia Dahl and headquartered in Boston, MA, is an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through its service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH has major programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Burundi, Kazakhstan, the Dominican Republic, and Boston, working tirelessly to lessen the joint burden of disease and poverty.

This is an exciting time for PIH as the organization is going through a period of significant growth. PIH has played a vital role in the response and reconstruction of Haiti following the 2010 earthquake, and these efforts are resulting in both a broadened scope of work and heightened visibility for the organization. As the work continues to expand, PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization (see PIH values athttp://ftp.pih.org/hr/PIH%20Values%20Statement%20 (final)%20(3).pdf) to join the team.

IMB, PIH’s sister organization in Rwanda, has the goal of supporting the Rwandan Ministry of Health at the district and national levels, to improve the health and promote the rights of the people of Rwanda by ensuring universal access to high quality, comprehensive care.

Overall Responsibilities

The External Relations Coordinator is an important member of the Rwanda team, providing organization and logistics coordination for all visitors to IMB, and serving as a representative of IMB for donors and other visitors. This individual’s primary responsibilities include logistics coordination; accompaniment of donors and visitors; liaison with the Boston-based Rwanda, Communications and Development teams; write stories and communications pieces; and coordinate with local media.

Specific Responsibilities

I. Visitor Management

-Screen requests to ensure appropriate and manageable flow of all visitors including donors and local and international media.
-Track all visitors to IMB sites: maintain regularly updated visitor calendar, send biweekly comings/goings report
-Manage all visitor logistics: coordinate with IMB staff, health center and hospital management, arrange airport pick up, lodging and transport. Serve as a point of contact in the field for visitors.
-Develop itineraries tailored to visitor interest, give tours of IMB/MOH sites and schedule necessary meetings with IMB staff.
-Communicate with Boston-based Rwanda and Development teams to report on visits including needed follow-up.

II. Development

-Communicate regularly with Boston-based PIH development team.
-Work with Boston team to gather content for proposals and donor reports.
-Assist with grant-writing and concept note preparation.

III. Communications

-Communicate regularly with Boston-based PIH communications team, and work with team to gather content for communications materials.
-Research and write one story per month on exciting IMB initiatives for the website.
-Work with Country Director office to PR/communications strategy.
-Build relationships with local media; ensure 1 story per month on IMB-work is featured in local media.
-Other activities as assigned by local management.

Qualifications

-Bachelor’s Degree required; background/interest in social science, area studies or public health preferred.
-Demonstrated experience (2 years minimum) providing administrative or coordinative and logistics support in an office setting.
-Excellent interpersonal skills required.
-Ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff.
-Enthusiasm for global health.
-Demonstrated maturity and good judgment.
-Language skills in French preferred.
-Interest in social justice and health care issues.

Location: Kayonza, Kirehe, and Burera Districts, Rwanda

Note

This position will recieve a small stipend.

How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website at www.pih.org

Organisation:  UN Children's Fund

Country:  Rwanda

Closing date:  09 Jun 2011

Key assignments and expected results 
1. Review the current MTE report and suggest, after consultation with the author, Ms. Nancy O'Rourke, ways to streamline the report to prepare it for publication. 
2. Validate the MTE recommendations within the programme and operations sections to ensure that they are implementable. 
3. Develop an action plan for implementating the recommendations of the MTE report.

Applications should be sent to Rwajobs@unicef.org

Job Title - Country Director, Rwanda (Kigali)
Closing Date - 30 Nov 2010
Organisation  - American Refugee Committee International
URL Address  - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-8A6PWM

Job Title - Interim Administration and Finance Controller, Rwanda
Closing Date - 31 Oct 2010
Organisation  - American Refugee Committee International
URL Address  - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-8A2P4L

Job Title - Program and Operations Manager, Rwanda (Kigali)
Closing Date - 07 Nov 2010
Organisation  - American Refugee Committee International
URL Address  - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-89ZNG3

Job Title - Laboratory Histopathologist, Rwanda (Kigali)
Closing Date - 01 Nov 2010
Organisation  - CTS Global, Inc.
URL Address  - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-89XMN5

Job Title - Assistant to the Director, Rwanda
Closing Date - 01 Dec 2010
Organisation  - Partners in Health
URL Address  - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-89XN7G

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The National University of Rwanda/School of Public Health in partnership with Centre for Disease Control (CDC) under PEPFAR Program would like to recruit competent and qualified candidates for the following position:

Job title : RESEARCH ASSISTANTS
Duration: 1 year – renewable
Place of work: National University of Rwanda School of Public Health, Kigali city

The Research Assistant (RA) shall work under the direct guidance of the Director of Research and consultancies and Heads of NURSPH department in research activities under their respective department.

RA will support principal investigators in the following specific activities:
• design and review study tools (questionnaire, interviews guides, …);
• coordinate field interventions (pretest, fieldwork supervision, data entry and management;
• Perform literature review on different public health related topics
• Be the research/training person of contact for the department he/she will be assigned for
• Be the link between MOH different program and SPH departments will be involved in writing reports.

CORE COMPETENCES
• Advanced University degree in Public health or other related field with at least two years’ research experience in a relevant public institution, private sector or in an international organization. Medical doctor diploma will be accepted.
• Record of integrity and reliability in professional settings.
• Strong values, including integrity and commitment to SPH mission.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive
• Must be computer literate, with extensive knowledge of MS Office Suite, statistical software package such as EpiInfo, SPSS, STATA, Atlas-Ti,…
• Fluent in English, a good knowledge of French will be an asset.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application letters, CVs, copy of certified Degree and all necessary documents to prove their qualifications to the address below not later than 15th October 2010, 5:00 PM

The Vice-Rector, Administration and Finance
Po Box 117 Butare
Fax : +250 (0) 252 530 105
E-mail : vraf@nur.ac.rw with a copy to jobs@nur.ac.rw

Established in 1971, Futures Group develops and delivers innovative, locally relevant, evidence-based solutions to improve the health and well being of people around the world. We assist governmental and non-governmental agencies, foundations, and the private sector by designing, implementing and evaluating programs in HIV/AIDS, sexual and reproductive health, population and family planning, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and gender. Futures Group has deep expertise in policy and advocacy, research and strategic information, health markets and private sector engagement, modeling and economic analysis, patient monitoring and management/HMIS, strategic consulting, and program management.

Closing date: 30 Nov 2010
Location: Rwanda - Kigali

Data Use and HIS Capacity Building Specialist, Integrated Health Systems Support Project

Project Summary

The Integrated Health Systems Support Project (IHSSP) is a USAID-funded project that is providing technical assistance and capacity building to the Ministry of Health in the area of strengthened health systems support. Specifically IHSSP will focus on: 1) Improved utilization of data for decision-making and policy formulation; 2) performance-based financing linked to quality improvement (QI); 3) strengthened leadership and management and improved human resource productivity; 4) quality improvement for results in access to and quality of services and 5) effective decentralization of health and social services to improve access.

Position Summary

This position will help IHSSP analyze issues related to data use and develop innovative approaches to enhance data use. The Data Use and HIS Capacity Building specialist will prepare and maintain the project’s HMIS- and ICT-related training calendar and help with the development of competency-based training curricula and eLearning materials. S/he will assist the Senior Advisor, HIS and Data Use with information needs assessments within various MOH programs and assist with the design and roll-out of web-based dashboards that respond to those requirements. This position will work out of Kigali, Rwanda and local Rwandans are strongly preferred.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Developing a data use strategy in that responds to the findings of the PRISM assessment
• Identifying incentives for encouraging data use
• Developing data use tools – paper-based as well as computerized
• Supporting the implementation of dashboards for various departments within the MOH that link to the national data warehouse.
• Facilitating the process of curriculum development related to data management and use
• Exploring options for introducing HIS data use into pre-service training for doctors and nurses
• Designing and facilitating eLearning courses and blended learning related to data management and use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health or Bachelors Degree in Information Technology with 5-10 years of professional experience.
• Must have experience with Monitoring & Evaluation in a health-related project.
• Familiarity and understanding of the health system in Rwanda especially decision making within the health system.
• Local Rwandans are strongly preferred.
• Familiarity and understanding of routine data systems in public health..
• Excellent written and oral communication skills both in French and English
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to be able to work independently
• Experience with varied training approaches and training methodology.
• Proven experience facilitating training events.
• Ability to synthesize information and utilize communication approaches to disseminate that information. How to applyInterested applicants may submit their resumes and a cover letter to Futures Group’s office in Kigali located at:

Futures Group International, Rwanda
Avenue de la Paix
Centenary House, 5th Floor
P.O Box 2937 Kigali-Rwanda
Tel.: + (250) 252 57 77 47

Applications can also be submitted electronically to Ms. Katrina Dusek at kdusek@futuresgroup.com

Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.