Manager, IGHER

University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) Kigali, Rwanda

Description

Job Title: IGHER Manager

Department: Institute of Global Health Equity Research (IGHER)

Location: University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), Kigali office, Occasional travel to Butaro campus

Reports to: Director, IGHER

Duration of the contract: Two years with possible extension

Position Overview

The IGHER Manager will play a central administrative and leadership role in coordinating and managing the Institute of Global Health Equity Research's administrative, operational, and research support functions. The position requires a highly organized and proactive professional who can oversee the institute's daily operations, annual planning, monitoring and evaluation, budget utilization, procurement, institutional communications, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The manager will serve as a key liaison between the Director, research teams, partners, and donors, and will represent the Director in delegated responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research Coordination and Support

• Coordinate and oversee the administrative functions of major research projects and activities at the IGHER.
• Manage and lead the Bonnie and Andrew Weiss research seed grant initiative
• Support the administrative functions of the grants provided by the CRI foundation
• Support researchers in planning, implementation, and reporting of research activities

2. Grant Management and Monitoring

• Monitor all active grants and projects within IGHER with the guidance and supervision of the grant manger, ensuring compliance with timelines, deliverables, and donor requirements
• Prepare the regular IGHER reports to the UGHE leadership, reports to the CRI foundation, and other major partners of the IGHER as determined by the director of the IGHER.
• Coordinate grant reporting processes, including technical and financial reporting, in collaboration with relevant units
• Maintain a tracking system for all grants and proposals relevant to IGHER

3. Reporting and Strategic Communication

• Lead the writing of major proposals, regular reports, concept notes, and institutional updates
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefs, and presentations for the Director and external stakeholders
• Ensure timely and accurate communication of institute achievements and progress
• Oversee the maintenance and regular updating of the IGHER website
• Lead the development and dissemination of the quarterly newsletter
• Ensure visibility of IGHER’s work through coordinated communication efforts

4. Institutional Events and Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead the planning and organization of institutional workshops, conferences, and high-level meetings
• Coordinate engagements with donors, government institutions, and partner organizations
• Support preparation of materials and logistics for strategic meetings

6. Administrative Leadership

• Lead the IGHER annual planning, budgeting and reporting functions
• Supervise and manage administrative assistants within the institute
• Oversee all administrative operations across the IGHER, including procurement, recruitment of staff and faculty, M and E and reporting
• Streamline administrative processes and improve operational workflows

7. Representation and Leadership Support

• Represent the Director in meetings, workshops, and institutional engagements when delegated
• Provide strategic and operational support to the Director in managing institute priorities
• Take on other responsibilities and tasks at UGHE as assigned by UGHE leadership

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
• PhD is an added advantage
• Additional training or certification in project management, research administration, or leadership is an advantage

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in research institutions, universities, NGOs, or international organizations
• Demonstrated experience in research coordination and grant management
• Proven experience in report writing and presentation development for senior leadership or donors
• Experience organizing high-level meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements
• Experience supervising teams and managing administrative operations

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital communication tools
• Experience managing websites and newsletters is an added advantage
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and leadership ability

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in global health, research, or academic environments
• Familiarity with donor-funded projects and reporting requirements
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Commitment to health equity and institutional mission

How to Apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) Degree, (3) A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page of Manager, IGHER

University of Global Health Equity 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.

Organizational Profile

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. 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 healthcare 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.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.