Technical Advisor, Digital Health
CHAI Rwanda
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
TITLE: Technical Advisor, Digital Health
Program: Health Systems Strengthening
Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Type: Full time paid
Start date: Immediately
Organizational overview:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication, and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Program overview:
CHAI Rwanda’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) programs work on a day-to-day basis with Government leadership and the goal of those programs is to support the Government to accelerate progress towards UHC by ensuring the sustainable delivery of quality, essential health services. This includes designing and implementing national Primary Health Care (PHC) reforms from health center level down to community health, to increase health workforce availability, to prioritize and sustainably finance essential services, and to support improved management, financing, and delivery of quality primary health care.
Rwanda’s Vision 2050 sets ambitious targets for a healthy and productive society, yet progress on maternal and neonatal mortality and stunting remains slow, while the country simultaneously faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases and emerging health threats. To accelerate progress and ensure affordable access to quality care, the Government has committed to four priority PHC reform areas: 1) Strengthening primary healthcare system and public health security; 2) Optimizing health workforce production, performance, and retention; 3) Developing evidence-based medicine and systems; 4) Enhance leadership and management decisions, coordination, and planning by leveraging digital integration.
To this end, the Ministry of Health has established a National Health Intelligence Center (NHIC) designed to institutionalize data-driven policy analysis and guidance for the implementation of priority health sector reforms. The NHIC works closely with the health sector organs and stakeholders, fostering a sustainable culture of data use for decision-making across the health system.
Position Overview
CHAI is seeking a Technical Advisor on Digital Health to join the National Health Intelligence Center (NHIC), supporting the design, implementation, and optimization of digital health systems and tools that strengthen evidence-based decision-making across the health sector. The advisor will contribute to advancing digital health infrastructure, data interoperability, and utilization of technology-driven solutions to respond to critical public health questions and inform data-driven decisions at all levels of the health system.
The Technical Advisor will be seconded to the Ministry of Health to work under close coordination with the NHIC Director and the NHIC Management team to generate high-quality digital health solutions and analytics that inform leadership decision-making. In parallel, the Advisor will report to CHAI’s HSS Associate Director while also collaborating with national and international stakeholders to align AI initiatives with Rwanda’s digital health and innovation strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advisory support on the national digital health transformation agenda, ensuring alignment with priority health sector reforms.
- Advise on the design and establishment of the virtual hospital, including clinical workflows and digital infrastructure requirements.
- Synthesize NHIC data and analytics to develop high-quality leadership briefs and presentations that inform decisions at the highest levels.
- Drive coordination across technical departments to ensure coherent implementation of digital health priorities and system interoperability.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, including ability to work independently, self-motivate, and take initiative.
Key Requirements
- A medical degree is required; additional qualifications in health informatics, public health, or a related field are an advantage.
- At least 2 years of experience – clinical background with experience in the public health sector and an understanding of health system operations and service delivery.
- Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to government institutions and preferably higher learning institutions and teaching hospitals would be considered as an advantage.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate technical digital health concepts into clear briefs and leadership documents.
- Direct experience working with government institutions to inform the development of digital health strategies and operational plans.
- Ability to think strategically, handle ambiguity, and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environment.
- Ability to learn quickly and synthesize a broad range of technical and public health information.
- Ability to learn on the job quickly and absorb and synthesize a broad range of information.
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English required.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should apply through Technical Advisor, Digital Health, Health Systems Strengthening in Kigali | Careers at Clinton Health Access Initiative. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In compliance with the data protection law of Rwanda and by submitting your application and CV, you explicitly consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data by Clinton Health Access Initiative for the sole purpose of managing and conducting the recruitment process for the position for which you have applied.
2. Senior Associate, Communication and Liaison
CHAI Rwanda
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
TITLE: Senior Associate, Communication and Liaison
Program: Health Systems Strengthening
Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Type: Full time paid
Start date: Immediately
Organizational overview:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication, and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org.
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Program overview:
CHAI Rwanda’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) programs work on a day-to-day basis with Government leadership and the goal of those programs is to support the Government to accelerate progress towards UHC by ensuring the sustainable delivery of quality, essential health services. This includes designing and implementing national Primary Health Care (PHC) reforms from health center level down to community health, to increase health workforce availability, to prioritize and sustainably finance essential services, and to support improved management, financing, and delivery of quality primary health care.
Rwanda’s Vision 2050 sets ambitious targets for a healthy and productive society, yet progress on maternal and neonatal mortality and stunting remains slow, while the country simultaneously faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases and emerging health threats. To accelerate progress and ensure affordable access to quality care, the Government has committed to four priority PHC reform areas: 1) Strengthening primary healthcare system and public health security; 2) Optimizing health workforce production, performance, and retention; 3) Developing evidence-based medicine and systems; 4) Enhance leadership and management decisions, coordination, and planning by leveraging digital integration.
Position Overview
CHAI is seeking a Sr Associate, Communication and Liaison to be seconded to the Ministry of Health, supporting strategic communication and liaison functions within leadership. The candidate will oversee internal and external communications to raise the profile and visibility of the Ministry’s priority health reform agenda, ensuring all communication adheres to Government of Rwanda standards and guidelines. Working closely with the Rwanda Health Communication Center and key technical departments, the candidate will manage communication with donors, stakeholders, and partners while ensuring consistent messaging across all levels of the health system.
The Sr Associate will be seconded to the Ministry of Health. In parallel, the candidate will report to CHAI’s HSS Associate Director for CHAI and will work closely with other CHAI teams at the country and global level.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design, planning, and implementation of the Ministry ‘s communication strategies in alignment with Government of Rwanda communication standards.
- Support the development and quality assurance of written, visual, and digital communication materials, ensuring consistency with Government key messages, branding, and style guidelines
- Identify and develop impact narratives, thought leadership articles, and advocacy materials that disseminate the Ministry’s strategic objectives.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including donors, government agencies, media, and partner organizations to strengthen the Ministry’s visibility.
- Act as liaison between the Ministry of Health and key partners, ensuring effective communication networks and timely follow-up on priority issues and policy processes.
- Coordinate and support the organization of technical working group meetings, high-level briefings, and joint events between the Ministry and its partners.
- Monitor media coverage of health-related issues and provide timely updates and recommendations to Ministry’s senior leadership.
Key Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in communications or public relations, preferably within the health sector.
- Experience developing content for diverse platforms including news articles, newsletters, advocacy resources, and social media.
- Familiarity with media content creation software and strong skills in social and traditional media engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with senior government officials, NGOs, donors, and other high-level stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the Rwandan health system and the public health landscape.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French; Kinyarwanda is an added advantage.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should apply through Senior Associate, Communication and Liaison, Health Systems Strengthening in Kigali | Careers at Clinton Health Access Initiative. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In compliance with the data protection law of Rwanda and by submitting your application and CV, you explicitly consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data by Clinton Health Access Initiative for the sole purpose of managing and conducting the recruitment process for the position for which you have applied.
3. Technical Advisor, Local Manufacturing
CHAI Rwanda
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
TITLE: Technical Advisor, Local Manufacturing
Program: Health Systems Strengthening
Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Type: Full time paid
Start date: Immediately
Organizational overview:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication, and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org.
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Program overview:
CHAI Rwanda’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) programs work on a day-to-day basis with Government leadership and the goal of those programs is to support the Government to accelerate progress towards UHC by ensuring the sustainable delivery of quality, essential health services. This includes designing and implementing national Primary Health Care (PHC) reforms from health center level down to community health, to increase health workforce availability, to prioritize and sustainably finance essential services, and to support improved management, financing, and delivery of quality primary health care.
Rwanda’s Vision 2050 sets ambitious targets for a healthy and productive society, yet progress on maternal and neonatal mortality and stunting remains slow, while the country simultaneously faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases and emerging health threats. To accelerate progress and ensure affordable access to quality care, the Government has committed to four priority PHC reform areas: 1) Strengthening primary healthcare system and public health security; 2) Optimizing health workforce production, performance, and retention; 3) Developing evidence-based medicine and systems; 4) Enhance leadership and management decisions, coordination, and planning by leveraging digital integration.
Position Overview
CHAI is seeking a Technical Advisor on Local Manufacturing to be seconded to the Ministry of Health, providing strategic advisory support on the development, regulation, financing, and scale-up of local pharmaceutical, medical device, and health commodity manufacturing in Rwanda. The Advisor will support the formulation of policy, mobilise partnerships, and lead the design and implementation of initiatives that position Rwanda as a regional hub for health sector manufacturing. Working at the highest level of government, the Advisor will contribute to advancing Rwanda’s health security agenda, import substitution goals, and the broader objectives of Vision 2050 and the National Strategy for Transformation.
The Technical Advisor will be seconded to the Ministry of Health and supervised by the Advisor to the Minister. In parallel, the Advisor will report to CHAI’s HSS Associate Director for CHAI and will work closely with other CHAI teams at the country and global level.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide evidence-based technical advice on local manufacturing policy, strategy, and investment priorities, including briefing notes and position papers for high-level forums.
- Support the development and review of Rwanda’s National Local Manufacturing Strategy, monitoring global and regional trends to identify opportunities and risks.
- Coordinate across key government institutions to align regulatory and investment frameworks with local manufacturing objectives.
- Engage bilateral and multilateral partners and development finance institutions to mobilise support and facilitate strategic investment in Rwanda’s manufacturing agenda.
- Advise on regulatory pathways including required certifications and quality assurance systems to support local manufacturers in meeting national and international standards.
- Develop and maintain a performance monitoring framework for local manufacturing initiatives, including progress reporting and technical studies to inform policy decisions.
Key Requirements
- A background in pharmaceutical sciences with an advanced degree in industrial engineering, public health, economics, or a related field.
- Minimum eight years of experience in health sector manufacturing, pharmaceutical industry, health policy, or industrial development.
- Demonstrated experience in policy advisory roles within government, international organizations, or the private sector.
- Deep knowledge of GMP standards, WHO Prequalification, and regulatory systems for pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
- Strong understanding of AfCFTA, AU health industrialization frameworks, and regional pharmaceutical trade dynamics.
- Proven track record in investment promotion, public-private partnership development, or industrial financing.
- Established networks with development finance institutions and global health organizations such as AfDB, IFC, WHO, and UNIDO are an advantage.
- Fluency in English is required; French is an advantage; Kinyarwanda is an asset.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should apply through Technical Advisor, Local Manufacturing, Health Systems Strengthening in Kigali | Careers at Clinton Health Access Initiative. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In compliance with the data protection law of Rwanda and by submitting your application and CV, you explicitly consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data by Clinton Health Access Initiative for the sole purpose of managing and conducting the recruitment process for the position for which you have applied.
4.Senior Associate, Human Resources for Health
CHAI Rwanda
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Senior Associate, Human Resources for Health
Program: Health Workforce Development
Job Location: Kigali
Start date: Immediately
Type of Assignment:Full-Time Paid
Organization Overview
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.
CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally.
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication, and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skill sets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with the majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org
CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.
Program Overview
The Government of Rwanda (GoR) strives to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by enabling equitable access to quality health services for the population as outlined in the Fifth Health Sector Strategic Plan (HSSP V). This commitment has been made against a backdrop of rising health care costs and uncertainty around the future availability of donor funding and calls for improved health sector sustainability. Acknowledging this, the Government aims to employ effective, equitable, efficient, and sustainable health care financing and systems strengthening, putting an emphasis on primary health care as the cornerstone of a strong and sustainable health system.
CHAI Rwanda’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) programs work on a day-to-day basis with Government leadership and the goal of those programs is to support the Government to accelerate progress towards UHC by ensuring the sustainable delivery of quality, essential health services. This includes designing and implementing national Primary Health Care (PHC) reforms from health center level down to community health, to increase health workforce availability, to prioritize and sustainably finance essential services, and to support improved management, financing, and delivery of quality primary health care.
Position Overview
CHAI seeks a Senior Associate, Human Resources for Health to work closely with the Ministry of Health and CHAI Rwanda teams in strengthening health workforce systems. The role will provide technical support across health workforce planning, policy development, and capacity building, while contributing to research methodology, scientific writing, and grant proposal preparation.
The Senior Associate will report to the CHAI HSS Associate Director and will collaborate closely with CHAI teams at country and global levels. The role requires deep engagement with health workforce data, workforce development strategies, and stakeholder coordination to support evidence-based decision-making in HRH policy and planning.
CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with expertise in human resources for health, combined with strong analytical and communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to strengthening health systems in low- and middle-income country contexts.
Responsibilities
HRH Program Support
- Provide hands-on technical support to the Ministry of Health in the design, rollout, and monitoring of HRH implementation plans, ensuring alignment with national health sector strategies and PHC frameworks.
- Support the development and implementation of health workforce projects, ensuring methodological rigor and relevance to national HRH policy priorities.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange among stakeholders working across health workforce planning, service delivery, and health systems strengthening.
Grant Proposal Development & HRH Knowledge Production
- Identify funding opportunities from government agencies, multilateral organizations, private foundations, and development partners to support underfunded HRH areas, including SRH workforce development.
- Support the development of grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funder requirements and national HRH strategic priorities.
- Develop publication strategies that amplify HRH evidence
Health Workforce Data Management and Integrity
- Promote best practices in health workforce data management, ensuring data integrity, reproducibility, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Support the development and implementation of HRH data sharing, reporting, and archiving policies aligned with national health information systems.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in Public Health, Health Systems, Human Resources for Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in health systems implementation and policy development. Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa is strongly preferred.
- Experience in Human Resource for Health strategy and program implementation an advantage
- Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to government institutions and preferably higher learning institutions and teaching hospitals would be considered as an advantage.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, including experience engaging with Ministries of Health and senior government officials. Strong ability to build consensus among diverse, multi-stakeholder groups in multicultural environments.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, presentation, and writing skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Advantages
- Experience working with international organizations.
- Familiarity with a broad range of key global health issues, including primary healthcare, health financing or health systems in developing countries.
- Fluency in French or Kinyarwanda.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest (maximum 1 page) outlining how their background meets the requirements outlined above; CV (maximum 3 pages); and the names of three references to: chairwandarecruiting@clintonhealthaccess.orgwith “Sr Associate, Human Resources for Health” in the subject line. The deadline for applicationsis Tuesday June 02, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In compliance with the data protection law of Rwanda and by submitting your application and CV, you explicitly consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal data by Clinton Health Access Initiative for the sole purpose of managing and conducting the recruitment process for the position for which you have applied.
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