DescriptionPosition Title:ProjectFacilitator,KikundiCommunity of PracticeReports to:Project Manager,KikundiCommunity of PracticeGroup/Department:Center for One Health, University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)Location:Kigali, RwandaRole OverviewThe Facilitator will support the implementation of a digitally supported Community of Practice (CoP) for Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Program Managers throughout Africa calledKikundi. The CoP provides a collaborative platform for NTD Program Managers across Africa to share, learn, and work together on solving common NTD implementation and management challenges in the pursuit of reaching national and global NTD benchmarks.ResponsibilitiesCommunity ofPractice (CoP)Provideexpertiseand leadership in managing the Community of PracticeServe as a facilitator and content manager of the CoP digital platform, includingaccessing and summarizing newand existing NTD resources and literature and managing message boardsPopulate CoP digital platform with content (discussion questions,new resources,etc) that inspires participation,conversationand connectionUpdate and publish digital platform content, includingmaintainingweb pages and event calendarsLiase withKikundi’smembership on a regular basis toidentifyneeds, address issues, meet expectations, and create a healthy rapportDecisivelyproblem solveimplementation issues and guide team to resolutionIdentifyobstacles to and find solutions for proper CoP implementationOversee all projectlogisticsand communication throughout the project lifecycleOversee the Leadership Counciland Advisory Committeemembership and plan andfacilitateregular meetingsOrganize regular conference calls with partner organizations, including sharing agendas and action itemsProduce high quality reportsfollowingworkshops, meetings,conferencesand other engagementsCurate a monthly newsletter for the CoP in collaborationwith the teamLead project related administrative activities such as processing invoices and handling contractsPerform other tasks as required by theKikundiProjectManager and Chair of the Centerfor One HealthCenter for One HealthSupport UGHE academic processes and programs related to research, curriculum, staff,facultyand students.Providegeneral supportto the Center for One Health.Serve on UGHE committees and represent UGHE on external committees as assignedPerformadditionalduties asrequiredQualificationsMaster’s degreeFluency in English and FrenchrequiredExperience working on NTDs is an advantageProven skills to organize and executelogisticsExperience working with adult learnersExperience working insub-Saharan AfricaAbility to manage, organize, developplansand generate data to make decisionsDemonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple prioritiesExemplary interpersonal skills; ability to effectively collaborate with culturally diverse staff across departments and countriesDemonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills, good judgment, and creative problem-solvingAbility to experiment with engagement strategies to boost community participation.Strong networking skills to expand the CoP’s reach and influence.Familiarity with digital collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Trello, Asana, or similar).Proficient computer skills with fluency in Microsoft Office Suite programs including Excel, Google Suite products, and learning management systemsFamiliarity with qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis and related softwareHow to ApplyApplicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page.University of Global Health Equity 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 ProfileUGHE 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. 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 University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual HarassmentAt 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 applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
