3 Job Positions at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 27 August 2023)

3 Job Positions at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 27 August 2023)

Student Services Coordinator at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 27 August 2023)

Job Title: Student Services Coordinator.

Reports to: Manager of Admissions, Records and Students Services.

Location: Butaro UGHE campus.

Organizational Profile

University of Global Health Equity 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 building 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.

Role overview

The Student Services Coordinator is an integral and valued member of a growing team that is building robust systems to support an environment conducive to all students’ wellbeing at UGHE. S/he will work with a dynamic group of students of different cultural, education, religious, and national backgrounds to ensure sustainability and to develop and execute UGHE’s student offerings and services. S/he will collaboratively work with different departments in ensuring that each student has the tools and support for success personally, professionally, and academically. The coordinator will execute programs for students in the following areas:

1. Community engagement
2. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Culture
3. Leadership development
4. Orientation
5. Recreation and leisure
6. Residential life
7. Student government
8. Wellness
9. International student services

The coordinator will interact with students, faculty, staff, and, on occasion, external partners at all levels, across time zones and cultures. S/he must be committed to engaging collaboratively with faculty and students to respond effectively and empathetically to all concerns in a timely manner.

Required knowledges, skills, abilities and attributes.

1. Good knowledge of the theory and practices of youth and child behavioral problems; good counseling skills; good interviewing skills; ability to deal with effectively with students with behavioral problems; ability to communicate effectively with students, staff professionals, parents and administrators and the ability to speak and write effectively.
2. Identifies and schedules programs beneficial to the students which are outside the traditional classroom setting.

1. Serve as the representative for student services in any events in which UGHE students are engaged and facilitate student engagement with other schools and universities.
2. Execute and support in the development of new programs and facilities related to student services and student experience, with deep attention to fostering an environment that enhances the students’ educational opportunities through an exceptional living and learning experience.
3. Promote and foster a student culture where diversity is honored and where students learn to respect differences, to take responsibility for their actions, and to exercise leadership and community engagement, while also ensuring that all students are supported according to the equity values at the core of UGHE’s mission.
4. Execute and process both formal and informal systems for receiving and addressing student feedback.
5. Report student feedback to the Manager of Admissions, Records, and Student Services, and ensure timely implementation of solutions.
6. Proactively identify and respond to any campus crises or emergencies related to students’ well-being.
7. Develop and execute Orientation activities with the support of the Student Services Assistant.
8. Ensure students are following residence life UGHE policies and procedures.
9. Report any misconduct or violations to residence life to UGHE administration.
10. Oversee the development of student leadership through their societies and clubs.
11. Oversee the publication of the student newsletter and magazine.
12. Develop opportunities that allow students to develop multiple skills through voluntary and free services on campus and in the community.
13. Work with the UGHE Student Council on a regular basis.
14. Ensures all student services and student support functions conform to UGHE policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

1. A degree in higher education, humanities, student services/affairs, counselling, social work, or any other related field.
2. A minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education, program administration, or counselling activities.
3. Experience in multicultural education, community engagement, and/or leadership development.
4. Demonstrated excellence in leadership and administrative skills.
5. A passion for providing and supporting an environment in which all students can thrive, and a deep commitment to the mission of the University as well as a vision for increased excellence in the student experience required.
6. Experience in project management and/or program creation, design, and implementation, particularly in a fast-paced, startup environment.
7. Proven ability to manage through crises with discretion and a sense of responsibility and respect for students, families, and the institution.
8. Strong communication skills and a proven ability to work with and represent the student experience to faculty, staff, alumni and other stakeholders.
9. Experience in a multicultural working environment required; experience working in low- and middle-income countries preferred.
10. Fluency in English required; Fluency in Kinyarwanda and/or French desired.

NB: This position will require working beyond traditional hours.

In addition to this application, applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Undergraduate degree, (3) a cover letter discussing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience.

UGHE 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.

Organizational 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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Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 27 August 2023)

Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Reports to: Principal investigator

Program: Institute of Global Health Equity Research

Location: University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), Kigali and Butaro, Rwanda

Duration: 2 years

JOB SUMMARY 

The post holder will work on the Research Program on understanding solutions to promote healthy Aging and reduce multi-morbidity in Rwanda project funded by the Institute for Global Health Global Innovation Challenge Award, Northwestern University, USA. The project is a collaboration between the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), Northwestern University, University of Birmingham, and the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC).

As a member of the research project team which includes other health system researchers, clinicians and epidemiologists, the post holder will use his/her research and epidemiological skills to address a range of research questions relevant for healthy aging and multi-morbidity in Rwanda. The focus of the project is to collect quantitative and qualitative data to provide evidence to design novel interventions to maintain health aging and inform policy and planning. The work involves stakeholder involvement, including work with health care workers, and policy makers to ensure reach and impact of the findings.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow should bring strong quantitative analytical skills with experience in health-related research. Other preferred skills include knowledge of health systems strengthening and research, mixed methods, and experience in the field of aging and chronic diseases research. Their role will include supervision of data collectors and analysis of survey data (household and facility) and supporting survey tool development and adaptation. The post holder will be responsible for liaising and coordinating with all team members, as well as with the planning and delivery of all project-related activities. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrable experience of working with multiple partners with different backgrounds, in different contexts are essential. Benefits for the Postdoctoral Research Fellow include working in a strong and supportive multidisciplinary, multi-country team and of working in a project with vital importance for health policy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support development of the study protocol and study tools (participant and health facility data collection tools) and supervise translation of questionnaires;
• Lead household and facility survey of aging and health study in urban and rural districts in Rwanda;
• Clean, manage and analyze household survey of aging and health research, health facility survey and secondary dataset related to chronic disease surveillance survey;
• Lead development of publications and support other co-authors in dissemination work;
• To work as part of the research team to meet the objectives and deliver the research outputs of the research, including data collection, data extraction, analysis and reporting writing;
• Ensure effective communication about the project among team members and other stakeholders;
• Supervising junior researchers and research assistants;
• Supporting community engagement activities and outreach to non-academic audiences
• Organizing and participating in regular investigator meetings and ensure regular project team meetings are held to review progress, issues, risks and consult on decision making;
• Support the UGHE team to generate all the necessary reports in time in partnership with the project manager and local PI;
• To work with UGHE financial manager to manage finances and promote and ensure compliance with good practice in relation to the conduct of research, the country ethics guidelines, and other relevant UGHE and donor’s policies.

PERSON SPECIFICATION/QUALIFICATION 

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: 

• PhD in a medical (epidemiology, public health, implementation science, demography), healthcare, or related subject preferred
• Experience in analyzing quantitative survey dataset (including significant experience in the use of relevant statistical software);
• Experience in mixed methods research preferred;
• Experience with implementation science research preferred;
• Knowledge of health systems, aging and health, or chronic disease research (preferably more than one of these subject areas);
• Experience in publishing in academic journals;
• Experience of delivering on research project management
• Proven ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively as part of a research team, and to meet research deadlines;
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Evidence of good organizational skills, including effective project management; experience with community engagement preferred;
• Ability to present scientific material clearly to a professional audience in English
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite programs

BENEFITS: As per the grant proposal

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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Campus Operations Assistant at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 27 August 2023)

Job Title: Campus Operations Assistant

Reports to: Director of Campus Operations and Community Engagement

Location: Butaro, Rwanda

Position Overview 

Reporting to the Director of Campus Operations and Community Engagement, the Campus Operations Assistant (COA) is responsible for a range of administrative activities as well as assisting in the subsequent day-to-day campus operations. This role’s responsibilities are primarily administrative and logistics-based; they will require great diplomacy, discretion, resourcefulness, and flexibility as this individual will be working closely with a diverse range of people within and outside of the organization. The COA role offers an unparalleled opportunity for someone with an interest in operations, education, health and social justice, providing great exposure to the frontline activities and inner workings of a pioneering university.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Provide operational and administrative assistance to the Director of Campus Operations on a wide range of activities
• Assist the campus operations to create all campus life activities (games, outdoor setup, outfitting new houses)
• Oversee all administrative and set ups of all offices on campus and manage administration supplies in offices and classrooms
• Assist in managing calendars and requests for meetings
• Facilitate meeting logistics including space, conference lines, agendas, preparation materials, notes, and follow-up
• Liaise between the operations department and other relevant departments such as logistics, administration, finance, academic program teams, etc.
• Assist the  operation team and be  a backup to different teams whenever needed
• Assist and lead activities during the outfiting of new houses both classes and residentials
• Assist in the procurement of  with the Procurement and Logistics Team to ensure that the campus has the full supply of goods and services needed.

Assisting in Day-to-Day Campus Operations: 

• Assist the DCO in operating the Butaro campus each day in an efficient, safe, and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinating with warehouse, hosptality, transport and clerkship team members to ensure the administration supplies are available is supporting each team to meet their required functions.
• Coordinate with other UGHE departments to help provide operational assistance for the academic, research, and other programmatic activities hosted on the Butaro campus (including special events.)
• Provide support as needed to all other managers on the operations team.
• Assist in all campus supply chain and logistical activities as needed
• Provide support to new initiatives for the University’s growing portfolio and serve as an additional resource for top priority projects. In the past, such projects have included UGHE commencement, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and research support.
• Manage the submission and follow-up on all campus operations financial forms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; background/interest in business administration, operations, procurement and logistics, and/or global health desired
• 2-3 years of experience working in operations, preferably universities
• Ability to live in Butaro full-time beginning (including most weekends) required
• English and Kinyarwanda proficiency required; French knowledge preferred
• Ability to work independently and take initiative; must be a quick learner, able to multi-task and easily adapt to changing circumstances
• Advanced organizational skills and capacity to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
• Ability to effectively work on a team in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Computer skills in word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs; proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google G Suite applications
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, partners, and clients
• Demonstrated maturity and judgment
• Passion for social justice and desire to contribute to global health education

In addition to this application, applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Undergraduate degree, (3) a cover letter discussing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience.

UGHE 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.

Organizational 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.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND APPLY