CHAI Rwanda
Title: Senior Associate
Program: Climate and Health program
Job Location: Kigali
Type: Full-Time Paid
Start date: November 2024
Overview:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems. For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org
CHAI is launching a Climate and Health program to support the Ministry of Health on its efforts towards building a climate resilient health system through enhanced capacity and knowledge at the facility and the community levels. Key components of the program include providing technical assistance to establish a Climate and Health Desk within the Ministry, which will develop clear strategies and governance to link climate change with public health. Additionally, the program will empower health facilities to effectively prevent and respond to the impacts of climate change while protecting the most at-risk populations.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join our Climate and Health team through a secondment to the Ministry of Health. This role involves conducting research, developing policy recommendations, and leading initiatives that address the health impacts of climate change. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, environmental science, or a related field, along with excellent project management and communication skills. The candidate must be self-driven, adaptable and have a high level of comfort with a fast-paced work environment. They must be self-assured, a fast learner, resilient, and a strong team player. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.
Responsibilities:
- Support MoH research agendaon the health impacts of climate change, including analysis of data, literature, and case studies.
- Collaborate with partners to develop evidence-based policy recommendations and strategies to guide the Ministry of health climate agenda.
- Lead and manage projects related to climate and health, ensuring timely delivery of goals and objectives.
- Support MoH with the coordination of stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs, the private sector, and community organizations to foster collaboration and streamline efforts.
- Develop communication materials, reports, and presentations to effectively convey findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Contribute to the elaboration and implementation of a comprehensive, integration and sustainable climate health strategic plan to guide the Ministry of Health’s initiatives.
- Perform any other work-related duties as assigned by the program manager
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in public health, environmental science, or a related field
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in climate change, public health, or environmental policy.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in research methodologies and data analysis.
- Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in advocacy or public speaking.
- Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines
Required skills:
- Ability to evaluate systems holistically and advise on effectiveness of program, systems or procedures
- Ability to identify key gaps and recommend practical, realistic interventions for operational improvement
- Highly entrepreneurial with strong self-motivation
- Ability to work independently on complex projects and proactively manage projects with minimal supervision
- Ability to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situations
- Practical project management experience
- High level of confidentiality and knowledge of research ethics
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest (maximum 1 page) outlining how their professional background meets the requirements outlined above; CV (maximum 3 pages) to chairwandarecruiting@clintonhealthaccess.org with “Senior Associate- Climate and Health program in the subject line. The deadline for applications is Friday, October 31st, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
