6 Job Positions at UR-SPIU under DST-HIRWA Project: (Deadline 31 July 2025)

6 Job Positions at UR-SPIU under DST-HIRWA Project: (Deadline 31 July 2025)

3 Job Positions of Program support Officer, Finance Management Specialist and Accountant at UR SPIU under EU-MAV+ project at UR: Deadline: (Deadline 31 July 2025)

BACKGROUND

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

The University of Rwanda in partnership with Swedish International Development Agency
implementing under the funding from the European Union is implementing an EUMAV+ Project. This project aims to advance high-quality research and academic
excellence in the fields of pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing. As part of its
expanding portfolio of activities, the project is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and
well-organized Program support officer, Finance Management specialist and an
Accountant.

These positions will support the project’s finance, logistics, coordination, and
communication functions. Their contributions will be critical in ensuring effective
implementation and fostering collaboration across all aspects of the project. It is in this
context that the University of Rwanda wishes to recruit competent staff to fill the following
positions at UR SPIU.

Position 1: Program Support officer

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination and Office Support

Oversee daily office coordination of EU-MAV+ project activities, serving as the
primary contact for logistical, administrative, and coordination support.
Maintain proper filing, data entry, and general office organization aligned with
UR-SPIU protocols and donor requirements.

Support the onboarding process of project-affiliated trainees, fellows, and interns, including orientation and logistical setup.
Provide administrative support for technical working groups, postgraduate
fellows, and early-career researchers supported by the project.
Perform any other administrative or programmatic duties as may be assigned by
the Project Manager or SPIU Coordinator.

2. Event, Meeting, and Travel Logistics

Handle logistics related to travel arrangements (booking flights, accommodations,
ground transportation) for PhD students, visiting professors, and investigators.
Prepare and organize meetings (virtual and physical), including scheduling, sending invitations, drafting agendas, and distributing relevant documentation.

Take minutes during meetings and ensure timely circulation of validated minutes
and follow-up on action points.
Support planning and execution of project-related activities, including
workshops, seminars, training sessions, and stakeholder engagements.
Collaborate with the Project Manager, Financial Management Officer, and
Procurement Officer to ensure seamless logistics and financial accountability.

3. Communication and Reporting

Draft official correspondence including letters, memos, and emails for internal
and external communication.
Maintain communication with local and international partners, ensuring timely
responses and updates.
Facilitate timely submission of activity reports, travel justifications, and
documentation required for reporting and auditing.
Compile and submit campus-based or thematic reports on project outcomes,
achievements, and implementation challenges.

Qualifications and Experience:

Must have a master’s degree in administration, Communication, Management,
Health sciences, finance and accounting with at least 5 years of work experience.
Bachelor’s degree in the above field with 3 years of work experience will also be
considered, having 3 year’s experience in any health related field will be an added
value
Must be fluent in both English and Kinyarwanda (spoken and written). A good
working knowledge in French is an added value.
Good organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

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2 Job Positions of Database Administrator and Project Support Officer at UR-SPIU under DST-HIRWA Project: (Deadline 31 July 2025)

OFFICE OF THE COORDINATOR
JOB ADVERTISEMENT

1. INTRODUCTION
The University of Rwanda is a public institution of Higher Learning committed to
support the development of the country through the generation and advancement of
knowledge and innovation among other core activities. In that regard, the University
of Rwanda through Single Project Implementation Unit is implementing a project
entitled “Research Training in Data Science for Health in Rwanda Project (DSTHIRWA)” funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). To fulfill optimal
functioning, UR- Single Project Implementation Unit (SPIU) calls for qualified and
motivated candidates on two positions: 1) Database Administrator, 2) Project
Support Officer.

2. PROJECT SUMMARY

Data science has emerged as a transformative field with profound implications for
health research in recent decades, policy, and practice. Major technological
advancements, including the proliferation of digital data sources, the development of
sophisticated analytical techniques, and the advent of machine learning and artificial
intelligence, have revolutionized our ability to collect, analyse, and interpret healthrelated data. This evolution has opened up new avenues for understanding disease
dynamics, predicting health outcomes, optimizing healthcare delivery, and improving
population health.

Recognizing the pivotal role of data science in advancing health research and
innovation, academic institutions and research organizations have increasingly
prioritized the development of training programs to equip the next generation of
researchers and practitioners with essential skills in data analysis, statistical
modeling, and computational techniques. These programs aim to bridge the gap
between traditional disciplinary silos and foster interdisciplinary collaboration to
address complex health challenges.
In this context, the University of Rwanda, through it Regional Centre of Excellence in
Biomedical Engineering and eHealth (CEBE), in partnership with Washington
University in St. Louis and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS),
developed a research training program focused on data science for health. This
collaborative initiative aims to build capacity in data-driven research methodologies
and foster a cadre of skilled professionals capable of harnessing.

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