5 Job Positions at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

5 Job Positions at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

Chief Scientific Officer at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

Description 

ROLE PROFILE

Position:  Chief Scientific Officer

Reports to: Director, Institute of Global Health Equity Research

Contract Type: Part time (6 months; 0.50FTE)

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Role summary

The IGHER is seeking to recruit an experienced and well established thought Rwandan leader to serve as IGHER’s first Chief Scientific Officer. The CSO is a leadership position that reports directly to the IGHER’s Director with responsibility for leading development and implementation of a transformational research agenda for the Institute. Research conducted at IGHER seeks to address questions of global importance that directly address health inequities in the local communities. To achieve this goal, IGHER strives to involve collaborators and other key stakeholders in all aspects of the research process, including securing partnerships, identifying and prioritizing research questions for funding. The CSO role requires that:

• Candidates should have training and familiarity with clinical research, laboratory, clinical trials/biobank, clinical epidemiology and/or health research, with evidence-based medicine and the translation of research into practice.
• A record of creative thought leadership in Rwanda research administration research is of particular interest to IGHER.
• Direct experience in conducting empirical research, either experimental or observational, and experience in conducting systematic reviews and evidence synthesis are highly desirable.
• The CSO will have primary responsibility for recruitment, supervision and mentoring of IGHER scientific staff
• The CSO will strive to raise funds for the institute and participate in partnerships and fundraising activities
• The CSO will have as main responsibility the supervision of the staff, good functioning of the institute and be accountable for administrative function
• The institute is looking for an innovative leader with initiative and good local and international network
• Leader in developing, promoting and implementing IGHER’s initial Research Agenda
• Ensuring organizational learning from IGHER’s funded Research and defining the research agenda over time in response to input from other stakeholders
• The CSO will also participate in studying and evaluating IGHER’s own processes for engaging the research community and other stakeholders in the research enterprise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guides recruitment of IGHER’s scientific staff and leads the staff in developing research priorities and expanding IGHER’s research agenda
• Supervises Lead scientists in each priority area in development of targeted research funding proposals in response request for proposals from funding agencies.
• Convenes and participates in IGHER’s sponsored meetings of scientists and other stakeholders, to focus attention on critical questions in global health equity research
• Participates in multi-stakeholder advisory panels to review IGHER’s research agenda, its portfolio and the findings of ÍGHER-funded research, and to prioritize new research ideas.
• Collaborates with UGHE Communications and partnership teams in evaluating and improving the processes used by IGHER to engage stakeholder communities in the research and dissemination of study findings.
• Contributes to Africa regional dialogues on practical clinical and global health equity research through presentations and through contributions to the peer-reviewed scientific literature.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this position, the CSO should be a senior level researcher with doctoral-level training in a clinical, biomedical and/or research discipline relevant to global health equity research.

Required qualifications:

• Holder of a PhD in biomedical sciences, population health, public health, community health sciences, epidemiology, global health, medicine or a combination of relevant education and training, with extensive experience administering research; or
• A Master’s degree in one of these disciplines mentioned above with at least 15 years of experience in as a CSO or related position.
• Have a distinguished record of research leadership, including experience building a successful research program, recruiting and mentoring of scientific staff, and a record of scientific contribution in a focused area of clinical or applied global health equity research.
• Have a keen interest in working collaboratively with investigators at local and international level and other stakeholders in the planning and conduct of clinical and applied global health equity research.
• Have a keen interest to represent the interests of the institute locally and internationally and strive for bringing external funding
• Be able to thrive in a start-up environment that is staffed by senior level researchers and early career scientists.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English. French is an advantage. Familiarity the conduct of scientific research in a LMIC and sub-Saharan Africa setting.
• Highly organized, accountable, analytical, proactive, and deadline-oriented

 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 to the health system.

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. In over nearly 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—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we 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.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment: 

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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COHERS Project Coordinator at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

Description

Position Title: COHERS Project Coordinator

Reports to: Dr. Janna Schurer, Assistant Professor, Center for One Health

Group/Department: Center for One Health, University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)

Location: Kigali, Butaro & study sites in Rwanda

Role Overview:

The Center for One Health at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is on a mission to lead high impact research, teaching, and community service among vulnerable communities in Rwanda and the world.  Community One Health Empowerment in Rwanda and Senegal (COHERS) is a four-year research program that aims to (i) operationalize One Health disease at the community level, (ii) test One Health interventions that reduce the burden of cysticercosis, and (iii) generate evidence to support programs and policies for cysticercosis elimination in Rwanda.  The primary role of the COHERS Program Coordinator will be to provide administrative, research and program coordination to the study team. S/he will serve as a focal point for students, staff, faculty, community leaders and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position is highly self-motivated, with excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to promote strong team cohesion.  The COHERS Project Coordinator should have previous experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, working within academia or similar administrative environments, supporting research, and liaising with local authorities.

Responsibilities:

Project Coordination

• Organize programmatic logistics to support the COHERS research team, including accommodation, transportation, purchasing supplies, cash advances
• Maintain good financial records
• Liaise with community leaders to organize meetings and obtain letters of support
• Organize research team and community stakeholder meetings, including drafting and disseminating meeting agendas
• Take meeting minutes
• Liaise with grants team to hire and pay contractors, obtain financial reports, and submit quarterly progress reports
• Assist with monitoring and evaluation
• Maintain high level of professionalism and adhere to the UGHE Ethics Code

Research Support

• Provide Kinyarwanda-English transcription and translation
• Assist with data collection and qualitative and/or quantitative analyses, including data management
• Support in writing project deliverables, such as protocols, reports, and publications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree plus experience coordinating large international teams
• Work experience in administrative, executive assistant, and/or research coordinator role(s) in an educational setting
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda required; French language skills desired
• Proven skills to organize and execute logistics
• Experience working in Rwanda or in other relevant contexts
• Ability to manage, organize, develop plans and generate data to make decisions
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with culturally diverse staff across departments and countries
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills, good judgment, and creative problem-solving
• Proficient computer skills with fluency in Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Google Suite products and Zoom
• Ability to manage and prioritize projects with high attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities
• Health sciences and/or global health content knowledge preferred

To Apply  

Applicants should provide: (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter, (3) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to work experience, and (4) copies of all degrees earned. Please upload your cover letter and copies of degrees as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.

Organization profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is on a mission to radically change the way health care is delivered around the world. UGHE is a new university based in Rwanda that is growing the next generation of global health professionals—doctors, nurses, researchers, and public health and policy experts—into leaders and change makers who strive to deliver more equitable, quality health services for all. The University launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). 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 to the health system. 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.

In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The UGHE team 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.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment: 

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

Description 

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

Reports to: Program Manager, Center for Leadership in Global Health Equity

 Location: University of Global Health Equity/ Rwanda, Kigali and Butaro Campus as may be required.

ROLE PROFILE

The M&E assistant will contribute to the improvement of the Center for various leadership training programs delivery by conducting their evaluations and monitoring strategies under the supervision of the Program Manager for the Center.

The ideal candidate assistance to the program staff in developing performance monitoring plans and results framework during designing and implementation, creating M&E systems, introduce tools, contributing to measuring, analyzing and reporting results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contributing to the development of project proposals, work plans, and budget related to monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of monitoring and evaluation database, including data cleaning and verification
• Assist with the design and development of forms and questionnaires for data collection and analysis for the training programs
• Assist in conducting/reviewing the centers program data base, reports, baseline assessments and evaluation reports
• Support team in setting up systems for programs M&E
• Contribute to coordinating mornitoring and evaluation activities across multiple stakeholders, including project staff, partners and donors.
• Provide technical assistance to project staff on monitoring and evaluation related topics
• Contributes to the development and implementation of performance monitoring and evaluation strategies.
• Support the team through various administrative duties with upcoming programs and any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in statistics, economics, project management and health sciences related field
• Considerable knowledge of principles, techniques and methodologies used in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects including quantitative, qualitative and participatory approaches and socio-economic research.
• Ability to develop the overall framework for project monitoring and evaluation.
• Demonstrated Knowledge and experience in designing M&E tools
• Experience in online data management and storage sites will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Drive, SPSSS or another data management software
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written in French and English is a must
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to effectively collaborate with culturally diverse staff across departments and countries

To Apply  

Applicants should provide: (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter, (3) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to work experience, and (4) copies of all degrees earned. Please upload your cover letter and copies of degrees as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.

Organization profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is on a mission to radically change the way health care is delivered around the world. UGHE is a new university based in Rwanda that is growing the next generation of global health professionals—doctors, nurses, researchers, and public health and policy experts—into leaders and change makers who strive to deliver more equitable, quality health services for all. The University launched in Rwanda in September 2015 with the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). 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 to the health system. 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.

In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The UGHE team 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.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment: 

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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COHERS Research Associate at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)

Description 

Position Title: COHERS Research Associate

Reports to: Dr. Janna Schurer, Assistant Professor, Center for One Health

Group/Department: Center for One Health, University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)

Location: Kigali, Butaro, & study sites in Rwanda

Role Overview:

The Center for One Health at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is on a mission to lead high impact research, teaching, and community service among vulnerable communities in Rwanda and the world.  Community One Health Empowerment in Rwanda and Senegal (COHERS) is a four-year research program that aims to (i) operationalize One Health disease at the community level, (ii) test One Health interventions that reduce the burden of cysticercosis, and (iii) generate evidence to support programs and policies for cysticercosis elimination in Rwanda.  The primary role of the COHERS Research Associate will be to provide research and clinical coordination to the study team. S/he will serve as a focal point for students, staff, faculty, community leaders and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position is highly self-motivated, with excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to promote strong team cohesion.  The COHERS Research Associate should have previous experience designing study tools, coordinating ethical approvals, conducting field research, diagnosing parasitic illnesses and liaising with local authorities.

Responsibilities:

Research Support

• Liaise with community leaders to obtain and maintain program approval
• To design surveys, collect community data, and analyze human/animal/environmental data, travelling to field locations as needed
• To diagnose, treat, and refer human patients, as needed
• To manage day-to-day data quality control and data management measures
• To participate in research team and community stakeholder meetings
• Translate and transcribe documents, as needed
• Assist with monitoring and evaluation
• Maintain high level of professionalism and adhere to the UGHE Ethics Code
• Provide Kinyarwanda-English transcription and translation
• Support in conducting literature searches and reviews and support with ethics review submissions
• Support in writing project deliverables, such as protocols, reports, and publications

Qualifications

• MD or MBBS degree plus MSc and experience with multidisciplinary international teams; knowledge of One Health, Neglected Tropical Diseases and/or community-based participatory methods preferred
• Work experience in clinical and/or research role(s) in an educational setting
• Excellent scientific reading, writing and data analysis skills
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda required; French language skills desired
• Proven skills to design study methodologies, surveys, and to manage large quantitative and/or qualitative datasets
• Ability to manage, organize, develop plans and generate data to make decisions
• Experience working in Rwanda or in other relevant contexts
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with culturally diverse staff across departments and countries
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills, good judgment, and creative problem-solving
• Proficient computer skills with fluency in Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Google Suite products and Zoom
• Proficiency using data analysis tools including SPPS, NVIVO, Redcap, ArcGIS
• Ability to manage and prioritize projects with high attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities

 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 to the health system.

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. In over nearly 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—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we 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.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment: 

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND APPLY

 

 

One PIH Rwanda Partnerships Manager at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 30 June 2023)