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National expert in Marketing, Proposal Writing and fundraising strategy ( Deadline: July 11,2021)
Position based in Kigali, 2 years contract
Expected starting date 1 October 2021
In the framework of preparing a project to support the Regional Centre of Excellence for Vaccines, Immunization and Health Supply Chain Management (RCE – VIHSCM) in Kigali, with the East African Community (EAC) and the University of Rwanda (UR), Swiss TPH is recruiting. In 2016, the EAC and its partners inaugurated the EAC Regional Centre of Excellence (RCE) for Vaccines, Immunization and Health Supply Chain Management (VIHSCM) at the University of Rwanda in Kigali. The RCE’s mission is to contribute to solving existing performance challenges of the health supply chain management (VIHSCM) systems in the EAC region through the generation of knowledge and its translation into practice and policy. The major delivery mode is through training and research. The training includes short-term, mid-term trainings and a master’s degree course, all targeting employed persons in key public positions of VIHSCM (in-service-training) in the region.
Scope:
· The Consultant shall support the RCE’s international marketing of their educational, research and advisory services, fund raising from international organizations as well as a “business” development strategy, based on the existing business plan. The RCE aims to focus on contents of the Master’s program to build on existing capacity, as well as build capacity in emerging potential areas such as CCE and effective vaccines management assessment in cooperation with UNICEF and WHO.**
· Developing marketing and advertisement strategy for the RCE (following best practice examples of other academic institutes);
· Creating content to tell the RCE’s impact story (bridging the communication gap between academic research results and communicating those to the public, policy makers and potential funders)
· Support the RCE management in implementing the marketing strategy by developing respective print material and online content.
· Coach the RCE management team how to keep the website up to date and use it as an advertisement tool and to use social media to raise the RCE’s visibility
· Develop a fund-raising strategy and identify potential sources of funding.
· Support the RCE management team in proposal writing to apply for external funding/participate in competitive Requests for Proposals: drafting, ensuring quality control, incl. formatting, designing visuals if necessary, double-checking fulfilment of eligibility criteria, supporting submission process.
Qualification required:
A track record of successful marketing, proposal writing and fundraising experience preferably in health sector is demanded. Candidates will provide all details and proof of their experience in Rwanda or any other country of the EAC. A 5 to 8 year experience will be considered as a minimum criteria of selection. Excellent proficiency in English.
Knowledge, experience, skills and attitudes required:
- Having minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the communications and advocacy sector is demanded,
- Have a university degree in advocacy, fundraising and communication.
- Knowing how to speak and write English proficiently.
- Knowledge of national languages is an asset.
- Proficiency in computers, internet and social networks.
- Having specific experience in Public Health Communication in Rwanda is a strong asset.
- Having a good knowledge of public health institutions in the Rwanda and their partners is an asset.
- Having proven relevant experience in institutional communication / or in communication within an international organization is an asset.
- Motivation, proactivity and willingness to learn is a strong asset.
- Proven writing skills, capacity and efficiency.
- Ability to work in a team with professionals from different backgrounds.
- Good interpersonal skills and flexibility.
How to Apply
In case of interest, please send your CV (maximum 3 pages) together with 2 references, a cover letter including salary expectations and earliest availability in English by 11 July 2021 at the following email address: spmu.recruitment@swisstph.ch using email header “Marketing communication expert Rwanda”
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
2.National e-learning expert in Instructional Design/Adult Education ( Deadline July 14,2021)
National e-learning expert in Instructional Design/Adult Education
Position based in Kigali, 2 years contract
Expected starting date 1 October 2021
In the framework of preparing a project to support the Regional Centre of Excellence for Vaccines, Immunization and Health Supply Chain Management (RCE – VIHSCM) in Kigali, with the East African Community (EAC) and the University of Rwanda (UR), Swiss TPH is recruiting a national/regional expert. In 2016, the EAC and its partners inaugurated the EAC Regional Centre of Excellence (RCE) for Vaccines, Immunization and Health Supply Chain Management (VIHSCM) at the University of Rwanda in Kigali. The RCE’s mission is to contribute to solving existing performance challenges of the health supply chain management (VIHSCM) systems in the EAC region through the generation of knowledge and its translation into practice and policy. The major delivery mode is through training and research. The training includes short-term, mid-term trainings and a master’s degree course, all targeting employed persons in key public positions of VIHSCM (in-service-training) in the region.
Scope:
• The RCE intends to increase its offer in e-learning by creating online- courses for the master programs and for other short-term trainings. In addition, RCE is striving to become a knowledge hub for digitalized supply chain management by doing research on the different system in the market and providing respective advice to heath administrations. The consultant shall support RCE in both respects:
• Designing online training programs by integrating/using different formats
• Developing an e-learning offer by translating content/curricula into digital modules
• Support RCE with setting up online performance tests for self-examination and examination
• Production of digital modules
• Selecting systems, software and media for an e-learning platform
• Support RCE in setting up a research project on digital supply chain management systems.
• Train RCE staff and scholars on digitalized supply chain management systems
Knowledge, experience, skills and attitudes required
· Master’s degree (or higher) in instructional design, learning science, educational technology or a related field, plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient command of the English language in written and oral form
· Knowledge of national languages is an asset.
· Demonstrated technology skills (Learning Management Systems, synchronous learning tools (Zoom, MS Teams, Webex, etc.), rapid eLearning tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate Storyline, etc.)
· Having specific experience in in Rwanda and its Public Health institutions is a strong asset.
· Having proven relevant experience in same domains within an international organization is an asset.
· Motivation, proactivity and willingness to learn is a strong asset.
· Proven writing skills, capacity and efficiency.
· Ability to work in a team with professionals from different backgrounds.
· Good interpersonal skills and flexibility.
How to Apply
· CV, cover letter and photocopies of relevant diplomas and certificates in electronic form. Hard legalized copies may be required later.
An initial local contract of two years will be offered. An extension is desirable, depending on a performance evaluation. Please note that this is a national position.
In case of interest, please send your CV (maximum 3 pages) together with 2 references, a cover letter including salary expectations and earliest availability in English by 14 July 2021 at the following email address: spmu.recruitment@swisstph.ch using email header “Instructional Design/Adult Education expert Rwanda”
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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