6 Job Positions at Rwanda bio medical center (RBC):
(Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
The Resource Mobilization Expert will play a critical role
in designing and implementing strategies to secure sustainable financial and
technical resources for the NPHI Center of Excellence. This role focuses on
strengthening partnerships with donors, multilateral agencies, private sector
actors, and other stakeholders to support the implementation of NPHI CoE
programs and strategic objectives. The Resource Mobilization Expert will be
responsible for designing and implementing a strategy to secure financial and
non-financial resources from diverse sources to support RBC/NPHI-CoE
operationalization and sustainability goals and: Key Responsibilities Resource
Mobilization Strategy & Planning: – Develop and implement a comprehensive
resource mobilization strategy aligned with the NPHI CoE strategic plan. –
Conduct resource mapping to identify potential funding opportunities from
bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, and private sector partners. – Monitor
global and regional funding trends in public health and related sectors.
Partnership Development & Donor Engagement: – Establish and maintain strong
relationships with current and potential donors and partners. – Prepare
high-quality concept notes, proposals, and grant applications in collaboration
with technical teams. – Organize donor meetings, pitch presentations, and
partnership events to attract investments. Grants & Proposal Management –
Coordinate proposal development processes, ensuring alignment with donor
priorities and institutional goals. – Provide technical support in budget
development, log frames, and results-based management frameworks for proposals.
– Ensure timely submission of proposals and respond to donor queries and
feedback. Monitoring & Reporting – Maintain a donor database, tracking proposals,
commitments, and disbursements. – Produce regular reports and updates for
internal and external stakeholders on resource mobilization performance. –
Ensure compliance with donor requirements and reporting standards. Capacity
Building & Institutional Development – Build internal capacity of RBC/NPHI
teams on resource mobilization and donor engagement. – Support integration of
resource mobilization into institutional planning and M&E frameworks.
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Public Health
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Health Sciences
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Global Health
5 Years of relevant experience
- master’s
degree in biostatistics
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
degree in Epidemiology
5 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Knowledge
of Rwandan health sector
- Good
written and oral communication skills in Kinyarwanda and English.
- Strong
analytical skills and leadership skills
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Coordination
Behavior and attitude
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Research Communication at Rwanda bio medical center
(RBC): (Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
The Research Communication Scientist is responsible for
enhancing the visibility, uptake, and impact of research findings through
innovative, evidence-based communication strategies. This role bridges the gap
between researchers, policymakers, practitioners, media, and the general public
by ensuring scientific outputs are translated into clear, accessible, and
engaging content for diverse audiences. Key duties and responsibilities:
Research Communication Strategy – Design and implement a research communication
strategy aligned with the organization’s goals and target audiences. –
Integrate communication planning into the research lifecycle, from proposal
development to dissemination and impact tracking. Knowledge Translation and
Content Development: – Translate complex scientific outputs into formats suited
for policymakers, development partners, practitioners, and the public. –
Develop a range of communication products, including: o Policy briefs o Press
releases o Research summaries o Infographics o Web content o Multimedia
presentations – Work closely with researchers to maintain scientific accuracy
and relevance. Media and Public Engagement: – Serve as a liaison between
researchers and journalists, helping to generate media interest and coverage. –
Organize research dissemination events (e.g., webinars, policy dialogues,
science cafés, conferences). – Participate in external engagements and
represent the organization at scientific and communication forums. Digital and
Social Media Communication: • Develop and manage digital campaigns to promote
research outputs via social media and web platforms. – Maintain and update the
research section of the organization’s website. – Track and analyze audience
engagement metrics and adjust strategies accordingly. Capacity Building: –
Train researchers and staff in effective communication techniques, including
writing for non-specialist audiences, public speaking, and media engagement.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and reporting: – Develop metrics and tools to assess
the impact of communication efforts. – Prepare communication activity reports
and contribute to project progress and donor reports.
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Health Sciences
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Global Health
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
degree in Epidemiology
3 Years of relevant experience
- master’s
degree in biostatistics
3 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Verbal,
non-verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge
of Rwandan health sector
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Clear
and Effective Communication
Communication skills
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Public Health Scientist at Rwanda bio medical center
(RBC): (Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
This version is aligned with the roles of a national-level
center that supports policy, research, capacity building, and innovation in
public health. The Public Health Scientist will play a critical role in
generating, analyzing, and translating scientific evidence to support national
public health policies, programs, and innovations. Working under the PHI’s
Center of Excellence, the Scientist will contribute to applied public health
research, surveillance, capacity development, and knowledge translation to
improve health outcomes in Rwanda. Key Duties and Responsibilities A. Research
and Innovation – Design and lead high-quality public health research and
operational studies aligned with national health priorities. – Collaborate with
academic and research institutions to promote applied research and innovation
in disease prevention, health promotion, and systems strengthening. – Publish
and present findings in scientific journals and conferences. B. Evidence
Synthesis and Policy Support – Analyze and synthesize public health data and
research evidence to inform policy and program decisions. – Develop policy
briefs, scientific reports, and recommendations based on current evidence and
global best practices. – Support development and evaluation of health interventions
and national public health strategies. C. Capacity Building and Technical
Support: – Contribute to building national capacity in public health science,
research methods, epidemiology, and data analysis. – Mentor junior scientists,
fellows, and interns under the PHI training and research programs. – Facilitate
training workshops, seminars, and scientific exchanges. D. Surveillance and
Data Systems: – Support the development, evaluation, and strengthening of
public health surveillance and early warning systems. – Use statistical and
epidemiological tools (e.g., R, STATA, Epi Info, DHIS2) to analyze trends and
identify health priorities. – Collaborate with RBC divisions and MOH units to
interpret surveillance data and inform rapid response. E. Collaboration and
Stakeholder Engagement – Work with ministries, academic institutions, UN
agencies, private sector and NGOs on joint public health initiatives. –
Represent the PHI Center of Excellence in scientific, policy, and donor
meetings. – Contribute to the mobilization of funding and partnership
development for research and innovation
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Health Sciences
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Global Health
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
degree in Epidemiology
5 Years of relevant experience
- master’s
degree in biostatistics
5 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Verbal
and written communication skills
- Knowledge
of Rwandan health sector
- Strong
analytical skills and attention to detail
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Coordination
Behavior and attitude
- Clear
and Effective Communication
Communication skills
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Centre Excellence Manager at Rwanda bio medical center
(RBC): (Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
This role is designed to reflect leadership, coordination,
and strategic oversight responsibilities within a national-level Center of
Excellence focused on public health innovation, research, policy, and capacity
building. The Coordinator of the RBC/NPH Center of Excellence will provide
strategic and operational leadership in the planning, implementation, and
monitoring and evaluation of the Center of the Excellence. The role focuses on
advancing national capacity for public health research, innovation, policy
translation, and workforce development. The Coordinator will oversee
partnerships, ensure alignment with national and global health priorities, and
drive excellence in delivery of the CoE’s mandate and contribute to the NPHI as
whole. Key Duties and Responsibilities A. Strategic Leadership and Coordination
– Lead the development and execution of the Center of Excellence’s strategic
plan, ensuring alignment with RBC and NPHI priorities. – Coordinate
cross-functional teams to implement high-impact public health initiatives,
research, and innovation projects. – Facilitate strategic planning, performance
monitoring, and reporting of Center activities. B. Program Management and
Implementation: – Oversee the design, execution, and evaluation of key programs
under the CoE, including research, training, and knowledge translation. –
Manage day-to-day operations, budgeting, logistics, and reporting of TRIBE Hub
and CoE sustainability planned activities – Supervise staff, consultants,
fellows, and interns associated with Center activities. C. Stakeholder
Engagement, Partnership Development and Sustainability: – Build and maintain
strong collaborations with national public, private and international partners
including government agencies, academic institutions, UN agencies, and donors.
– Represent the Center of Excellence at technical meetings, conferences, and
policy forums. – Support the mobilization of financial and technical resources
for the Center’s sustainability. D. Research and Knowledge Management: – Facilitate
public health research and innovation that informs national policies and
programs. – Promote evidence synthesis, dissemination, and policy engagement
based on emerging public health issues. – Support publication and sharing of
Center outputs in national and international platforms. E. Capacity Building
and Institutional Strengthening: – Lead initiatives to develop public health
leadership and technical capacity in Rwanda. – Coordinate training programs,
workshops, and exchange programs in collaboration with national and regional
partners. – Promote the institutionalization of best practices and continuous
quality improvement within the Center.
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Public Health
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Health Sciences
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Global Health
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
degree in Epidemiology
3 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Knowledge
of Rwandan health sector
- Leadership
and management skills
- Confidentiality,
ethical and teamwork skills;
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Assertiveness
Communication skills
- Influence
and Persuasion
Communication skills
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Disease Surveillance Expert at Rwanda bio medical center
(RBC): (Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
This role focuses on leading and strengthening national
diseases surveillance systems, outbreak preparedness, and health intelligence
efforts. The Disease Surveillance Scientist will be responsible for
strengthening the national disease surveillance system through timely
detection, reporting, analysis, and response to communicable and
non-communicable diseases. The role contributes to early warning systems,
evidence-based decision-making, and rapid response to disease outbreaks and
public health emergencies in Rwanda. Key Responsibilities A. Surveillance
System Strengthening – Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of
the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) system in line with
national and international standards. – Ensure timely collection, validation,
analysis, and interpretation of disease surveillance data from health
facilities, laboratories, and community sources. – Improve data flow from
districts to national level and facilitate real-time reporting using electronic
systems (e.g., e-IDSR, DHIS2). B. Data Analysis and Reporting – Perform
advanced epidemiological analyses and generate regular surveillance bulletins,
situation reports, and outbreak alerts. – Identify disease trends and flag
unusual patterns for early investigation and response. – Support the use of GIS
and digital tools for disease mapping and visualization. C. Outbreak Detection
and Response – Participate in field investigations of disease outbreaks and
public health events. – Provide epidemiological support to the Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) and rapid response teams. – Contribute to after-action
reviews and development of outbreak preparedness and response plans. D.
Capacity Building and Technical Support – Train and mentor district and health
facility surveillance officers in data collection, analysis, and reporting. –
Provide technical support for implementation of the International Health
Regulations (IHR 2005). – Support continuous quality improvement of the
surveillance system through operational research. E. Stakeholder Collaboration
– Coordinate with partners including WHO, CDC, and other technical agencies to
align surveillance initiatives. – Represent RBC in regional or global forums on
disease surveillance and public health intelligence.
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Public Health
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Health Sciences
5 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
degree in Epidemiology
5 Years of relevant experience
- master’s
degree in biostatistics
5 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Decision
making skills
- Verbal,
non-verbal and written communication skills
- Strong
interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with a range
of different stakeholders. Presentation skills a
- Ability
to work under pressure, multi-task and deliver as expected;
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Decision
making
Competence / Skills
- Time
for reaction
Behavior and attitude
- Clear
and Effective Communication
Communication skills
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Senior Manager Specialist at Rwanda bio medical center
(RBC): (Deadline 19 November 2025)
Job responsibilities
This position reflects advanced leadership in data science,
strategic thinking, mentorship, and innovation in public health intelligence.
The Senior Data Scientist will lead advanced data analytics, machine learning,
and artificial intelligence efforts to generate actionable insights from health
data, supporting Rwanda’s public health policy, surveillance, and emergency
response. This position plays a strategic role in modernizing the national
health intelligence ecosystem and strengthening the country’s public health
data science capacity. Key Duties and Responsibilities A. Strategic Data
Science Leadership: – Lead the design and implementation of data science
strategies, tools, and standards across the Center of Excellence. – Identify
high-impact public health problems that can benefit from advanced analytics,
predictive modeling, and machine learning. – Guide data-driven decision-making
across surveillance, research, health policy, and programmatic work. B.
Advanced Analytics and Modeling: – Develop and oversee implementation of
complex statistical models and algorithms for trend analysis, disease
forecasting, and risk prediction. – Lead the integration of diverse datasets
(e.g., epidemiological, environmental, demographic, digital) for deeper health
system insights. – Collaborate on development of real-time outbreak detection
tools and early warning systems using AI/ML. C. Data Governance and
Architecture: – Support data management best practices, including data quality,
privacy, ethics, and interoperability. – Contribute to designing scalable data
pipelines, data lakes, and architecture to support national health data
analytics platforms. – Ensure adherence to data protection regulations and
responsible AI use. D. Supervision, Mentorship, and Capacity Building: – Mentor
and supervise junior data scientists, analysts, and data engineers within the
Center. – Build national capacity in health data science through training,
coaching, and curriculum development in collaboration with academic
institutions. – Provide technical guidance to teams within RBC, MOH, and
partner organizations on data analysis and modeling. E. Innovation,
Partnerships, and Communication: – Drive innovation through application of AI,
geospatial analysis, and big data technologies in public health. – Represent
the Center in high-level technical discussions with national and international
stakeholders Communicate results to both technical and non-technical
stakeholders through reports, dashboards, publications, and presentations.
Qualifications
- Master’s
Degree in Computer Science
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Data Sciences
3 Years of relevant experience
- master’s
degree in biostatistics
3 Years of relevant experience
- Master’s
Degree in Health Informatics
3 Years of relevant experience
- Masters’
degree in Epidemiology
3 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
- Leadership
skills
- Verbal
and written communication skills
- Knowledge
of Rwandan health sector
Psychometric Languages
- English
Psychometric Domains
- Clear
and Effective Communication
Communication skills
- Influence
and Persuasion
Communication skills
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