Imyanya myinshi y’akazi muri University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) ku bantu bize (Public Health, Project Management, Management, Medicine,administration, others) (Deadline: Ongoing)

Description

Job Description

Job Title: Campus Nurse

Reports to: Health Services Coordinator

Location: Full time at the Butaro Campus, Rwanda

Organizational Profile

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is one of major initiatives of Partners in Health (PIH) in Rwanda. The university was officially launched in September 2015 with its flagship degree program, the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD). Recently this program of MGHD has been converted into different options include Msc in Health Management, Msc in Gender- Sexual and Reproductive Health and Msc in One-Health and more to come soon.  In 2019, UGHE launched a new program of Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)/ Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD) degree and so far, 108 students were enrolled into the program, and the 1^st cohort of MBBS/MGHD is expected to graduate in 2025.

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. We are looking for individuals committed to these values, and with a passion for health equity, to join our growing team.

Position Overview

The campus nurse will be responsible for delivering quality health services packages on campus for the students, staff/faculty, contractors, and visitors. The scope of practice will include but not limited to primary assessment and care for the routine health conditions on campus such accident and emergency cases and to deal with daily health related complaints among the residents by ensuring the timely, right care and transfer where necessary. The campus nurse will be responsible for effective and cost-effective use of existing medical and non-medical consumables and equipment in the campus clinic, by ensuring quality of records, and timely inventory and supply to avoid any cause and inconveniences of discontinuation of services delivery. The campus nurse will be integrated in the existing health services team on campus that includes medical, mental health and coordination/management pillars, all to ensure the total wellbeing, healthy and safe community at UGHE. The campus nurse will participate in the elaboration, validation, and implementation of different policies, protocols, and guidelines in different disciplines of health delivery and in accordance with the Rwanda Ministry of Health and World Health Organization standards.

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

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides primary assessment and assistance to the accident and emergency cases,
2. Responds to the daily health related complaints among the residents,
3. Orients and transfers the cases according to the need and specialties within the team or beyond the campus,
4. Ensures the quality of utilization and records of medical/non-medical consumables available in the campus clinic,
5. Maintains standards of confidentiality and patient privacy in maintaining files and the electronic medical database.
6. Conducts the periodical inventory and report of medical medical/non-medical consumables available in the campus clinic,
7. Follows up the transferred cases beyond the campus and where it is necessary to accompany/escort the patient depending on the patient’s condition,
8. Provides sexual and reproductive health services and counselling sessions
9. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
10. Participates in provision of comprehensive health promotion and prevention programs on campus and in the surrounding communities
11. Works with other members of the health services department and campus leadership in general to keep the campus healthy and safe to the residents.
12. Elaborates and submits the monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to her supervisor on the health services delivery on campus.
13. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Line Manager.
14. Plans and completes her continue professional development programs

Qualifications and professional experience

1. Preference will be given to female candidates,
2. General Nurse with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with full registration and current practicing license with a relevant professional body (Rwanda National Council of Nurses and Midwives)
3. Having completed the most updated Adult Basic Life Support (ABLS) course
4. A minimum of 3 years professional experience in Rwanda health with at least 1 year of experience in accident and emergency services delivery.
5. Experience in medical consumables management, record and inventory and supply
6. Experience in multicultural working environment required; experience working in East African countries preferred
7. Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English is mandatory, French is an added advantage.
8. This position will require working beyond traditional hours.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community,
2. Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment,
3. Comprehensive knowledge of modern principles and techniques of general medicine and public health, as traditionally practiced,
4. Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care in Rwanda.
5. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards,
6. Knowledge of community medical/nursing diagnostic and patient care services around nursing expertise,
7. Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage,
8. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment,
9. Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress,
10. Effective verbal and written communication skills,
11. 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

The Deadline: 16th March 2022

Description

Job Title: Junior Faculty (Medical Education Track)

Reports to: Director of Basic Sciences

Location: Butaro, Burera District, Rwanda

Position Overview

The UGHE Junior Faculty programme is designed to build the capacity of promising young East African physician-scientist-educators. Junior Faculty in Medical Education at UGHE participate in development and delivery of curriculum in the basic sciences in the UGHE MBBS/MGHD (medical degree) programme, and contribute to ongoing curriculum review and improvement. Junior Faculty will be given mentorship in research and medical education while working at the UGHE campus in Butaro. After two years of service at the UGHE-Butaro campus (or shorter), UGHE will work with Junior Faculty to secure advanced training in the basic sciences, research, or a clinical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of full-time and visiting faculty to determine content, lesson plans, and teaching responsibilities within the teaching team;
• Write and develop course materials inclusive of assessments, syllabi, lesson plans, readings and teaching videos and contribute to in class instruction in medical program courses;
• Supervise, examine and grade students and enter their grades to facilitate assessment of their performance and understanding of academic concepts;
• Ensure alignment of content and curriculum with UGHE’s plans and international standards;
• Where appropriate, develop revisions to existing courses and curriculum;
• Conduct various administrative responsibilities such as assessment of student progress, monitoring student attendance, validating candidature of students before exams, and evaluating the student experience at UGHE;
• Participate in teaching in the science lab and simulation center
• Participate in research at UGHE
• Carry out research activities with input from UGHE Faculty members and disseminate research findings through publications and presentations in conferences and seminars to contribute to scientific knowledge;
• Mentor UGHE students on research projects and advise them on study skills to ensure their projects are relevant and up to the University’s standards; and
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or an equivalent degree earned in East Africa within the last five years;
• Fluency in spoken Kinyarwanda;
• Proven interest in medical education and scientific research;
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and Google suite;
• Solid foundation in medical curricular content;
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills;
• Ability to multitask, work well as a member of a team, and demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced work environment;
• Ability to pay attention to detail and quality; and
• Results-oriented with adherence to deliverables and deadlines.

Organizational Profile:

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) 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 with its flagship degree program: the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery. 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 health care 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.

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.

How to apply

Applicants should provide: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, (3) a personal statement addressing candidate’s experience working in a related field, (4) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to experience in education, leadership and management experience; at least one of these references should be an immediate supervisor and (5) copies of all degrees earned and current professional certifications.

Please upload your cover letter, personal statement, and proof of degrees attained as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Safeguarding Manager

Reports to: HR Director

Duration of appointment: 2 years with possibility for renewal

Location: Kigali and Butaro campus

Role Purpose: The Safeguarding Manager is a key member of the Human Resources Department (HRD) working closely with the HR Director, members of the HR team, and other departments. As part of the UGHE team the Safeguarding Manager will focus on students, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors on campus health and wellness, safety, and security. S/He will ensure that equity, diversity, and inclusion are respected and implemented as well as the prevention of all forms of harassments including sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. The office holder is expected to have a fulsome knowledge of the UGHE EDIS pillars and safeguarding polices.

BACKGROUND

UGHE has a legal duty of care to ensure that all members of its community are provided with a safe environment regardless of socio-economic standing, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, status ability or disability. UGHE recognizes that within its diverse community there may be members who are more vulnerable to risks than others. As part of the UGHE’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion the management seeks to implement measures aimed at protecting or safeguarding all students, staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors on UGHE premises–especially those from vulnerable groups–from any neglect, unfair and unjust practices, harm, and abuse. Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in their drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility while they uphold academic integrity and demonstrate intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals with these values to join its team.

 Safeguarding at the UGHE aims to

1. Support UGHE in its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, protection as well as the prevention of sexual harassment and exploitation, any form of systemic abuse, and harassment whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities.
2. Promote a culture of inclusiveness and respect for the rights of members of the community so that they can operate and work in safety, free from abuse and neglect.
3. Support the clear understanding by the UGHE community on what constitutes systemic abuse and harassment.
4. Support UGHEs quest to design and implement clear guidelines and procedures which all can use to avoid involvement in misguided or unwelcoming behaviours.
5. Support UGHE to design and implement policies and materials to provide information on remedial measures to be taken by those affected by unwanted and inappropriate behaviours.
6. Consistently monitor and evaluate with all departments the safeguarding implementation process.
7. Support UGHE to ensure robust appropriate actions are taken in a timely manner to guarantee that concerns raised are addressed.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise UGHE management on the most appropriate operational framework for enhancing equity and diversity, promoting students, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors on campus health, wellbeing, safety, and security whilst preventing any harassment and exploitation including sexual harassment, reducing risks and vulnerabilities within the community.
• Provide strategic oversight for all aspects of safeguarding work across the organization and ensure that UGHE policies and procedures are up to date and effective in protecting students, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors on campus who use the UGHE’s services from harm.
• Work with the HR Director to ensure that all aspects of HR policies and procedure are supportive of good safeguarding practice including integration of safeguarding standards throughout recruitment and employment contracts while maintaining records to preserve privacy and confidentiality.
• Work with management to
  1. Ensure the integration and mainstreaming of safeguarding measures in all programme budget activities, procedures, and organisational policies.
  2. Develop training content and roll-out trainings among UGHE staff, students, vendors, contractors, and partners.
  3. Ensure that appropriate mechanisms are implemented to facilitate the reporting of all forms of harassment, abuse and neglect.
  4. Conduct investigations on safeguarding reports
  5. Ensure that appropriate data is collected about safeguarding while respecting established conventions.
  6. Ensure that conducive links and relationships are maintained with students, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors on campus and external partner agencies across UGHE networks.
  7. Ensure that UGHE responds appropriately and in a timely manner to changes in relevant legislations which have a bearing on policies and procedures.

• Work with all departments and units to
  1. Provide assurance that the PSEAH policy and the EDIS policies, procedures, and standard are being adhered to by all members of the community.
  2. Orient students, staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors on campus to the PSEAH and EDIS policies.
  3. Establish and manage culturally and contextually appropriate reporting media to enhance communication among students, staff, vendors, contractors, visitors on campus.
  4. Record safeguarding concerns and manage them in a survivor centred approach, preserving privacy and confidentiality.
  5. Monitor and evaluate progress of the safeguarding /PSEAH policy implementation process.
  6. Put in place a mechanism for whistleblowing when the abuse, neglect and harassment come from a supervisor or a member of the management team.
  7. Implement measures aimed at ensuring that students, staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors on campus who have experienced systemic abuse, neglect, and harassment within are provided with the requisite support services.
  8. Identify, respond, and escalate, as appropriate, organisational risks related to safeguarding.
  9. Ensure that established conventions are utilized when collecting safeguarding information.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum 3 years’ experience working in areas relating to EDI, Safeguarding and Risk Mitigation areas. S/He should have experience in conducting sensitive investigations.
• A Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Science/ Gender and Development/ Law /Sociology/Industrial or Community Psychology or equivalent degree in other relevant fields with relevant skill and proven expertise in Safeguarding in recent roles in development sector.
• In-depth knowledge of Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
• Experience in capacity building and content development
• Experience with new and rapidly growing organizations, initiatives, or departments, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for excellence, and a unique ability to build strong relationships
• Demonstrated experience in conducting mentorship and training programs in gender related topics.
• Understanding of the international humanitarian & development architecture will be added advantage

Behavioural Competences

• Empathy for the challenges survivors face in reporting and the pressures an investigation places on all stakeholders, including the alleged perpetrator and management.
• The ability to demonstrate integrity throughout the decision-making process, and to maintain strict confidentiality of extremely sensitive information.
• The ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships and to work in an inclusive and collaborative manner with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exemplary interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to collaborate with a staff of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• A high level of maturity and professionalism
• Strong interest for social justice.
• Able to demonstrate sound judgement based on evidence, knowledge and understanding.

 BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Great working environment that allows one to reach their greatest potential.
• Prospective career growth opportunities.

UGHE is an equal opportunity employer. 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:

We are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- students, staff, vendors, contractors and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with the UGHE’s policies. UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Registrar (Manager Level)

University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) Kigali, RwandaDescription

Description

Job Title: Registrar (Manager Level)

Reports to: DVC, Academics and Research Affairs

Location: Kigali

Role overview:

The Registrar of UGHE will provide leadership and oversight to all aspects of student academic records, academic scheduling, student registration, withdrawal and termination, and the recording and reporting of grades compliant with university and national regulations. The Registrar will also be responsible for establishing, implementing, and leading processes related to the equitable and consistent administration of policies and procedures related to academic record keeping and grade reporting.

Specific responsibilities include:

Student grades and records

• Create and maintain effective mechanisms for student records management, including records processing, distribution, storage, and retrieval
• Ensure student grades are reported and recorded safely and accurately, in accordance with UGHE and national standards
• Manage and issue student academic records, including grade reports, official and non-official transcripts, diplomas, certificates, and other relevant records
• Respond to all national and international queries with regards to authentication of records, transmission of official documents and records
• Endorse official academic records of the institution
• Create and lead processes for complaints or queries related to academic records
• Keep archives of all academic curricula and syllabi
• Manage transferred credits

Academic scheduling and calendar

• Oversee annual institutional academic calendar and propose changes where necessary, working alongside academic units and the UGHE academic administration
• Oversee and ensure the teaching and assessment schedule is respected
• Oversee final examination schedules and classroom bookings

Student Information System administration

• Lead and oversee all management of UGHE’s Student Information System (SIS), including:
  • Ensuring the SIS and learning management system (LMS) are synced to allow seamless transfer of grades and student records between systems
  • Register students in the SIS and LMS when admitted into UGHE
  • Work with Academic Departments to create courses aligned to correct terms in the SIS and LMS
  • Assure all students receive their academic standing within the time specified by the UGHE policies and regulations

Committees and cross-departmental work

• Participate in core committees of UGHE, including the Academic Commission and program Academic Councils
• Work very closely with and participate in the functions of the Office of Admission and Student Services
• Work very closely with Academic units in matters related to student grades, progression, and record keeping
• Lead the planning and implementation of graduation

Development of the Office of the Registrar

• Recommend a relevant and realistic structure for the Office of the Registrar to the senior leadership of UGHE
• Develop and lead all processes related to the establishment of the Office of the Registrar at UGHE

Qualifications and competencies

• Minimum Masters degree in education, educational administration/management, or other related fields
• Proven experience as an academic registrar/assistant registrar for minimum of 3 years
• Experience and proven track record in developing and leading academic administrative processes
• Ability to develop, implement and lead new and innovative processes from the ground up, taking into account the unique context and fast growth of UGHE
• High attention to detail
• Strong skills and experience in using different softwares including Student Information Systems, Learning Management Systems, Google Suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, across multiple teams and multiple projects
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Strong written and spoken English, French and/or Kinyarwanda desirable
• Commitment to educational development and social justice strongly preferred

How to apply

Candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter detailing their interest and aptitude for this position by the link:https://www.pih.org/pages/employment?p=job%2ForNmifwC

The deadline: 27th February 2022.