Job Opportunity: Coordinator for Lifeline Emergency Medical Service & First Aid Training Center
Location: RRC Headquarters, Gasabo, Kacyiru
Duration: One year, renewable
1. Position Overview:
The Rwanda Red Cross seeks a Coordinator to oversee the Lifeline Emergency Medical Service and First Aid Training Center. This role involves managing pre-hospital care, ensuring program sustainability, and enhancing emergency care services across Rwanda.
2. Key Responsibilities:
2.1. Operations Coordination:
- Manage daily operations of Lifeline EMS, ensuring timely and safe pre-hospital care.
- Supervise EMS personnel and assist in licensing and certification processes.
- Address incidents and implement performance improvements.
2.2.Quality Assurance.
- Ensure quality and compliance with national standards in pre-hospital care and training.
- Conduct routine assessments of services and equipment.
2.3. Capacity Building.
- Provide ongoing education and training for EMS staff.
- Align training programs with Rwanda Red Cross and national standards.
2.4Sustainability.
- Develop cost recovery services and manage First Aid training for revenue generation.
- Identify partnerships and fundraising opportunities.
2.5.Stakeholder Engagement
- Communicate with stakeholders and the public regarding services and needs.
- Organize coordination meetings with partners and agencies.
2.6. Emergency Response
- Coordinate EMS resources during disasters and integrate into national plans.
- Support preparedness training and exercises.
3. Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years in the medical field.
- Advanced Life Support or, Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support certification (preferred)
- Knowledge of Rwanda’s healthcare regulations.
- Strong organizational and communication skills in Kinyarwanda and English.
4. Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, certified copies of degrees, a CV, a copy of ID and references by March 18, 2026 to: Rwanda Red Cross Secretariat Office, Gasabo- Kacyiru
Kigali, March 9, 2026
Secretary General of Rwanda Red Cross
Apollinaire Karamaga.