Description
Job Title: Community Impact Associate
Reports To: Director of Campus Operations Location: Butaro, Burera District, RwandaType of position: Full Time
Position OverviewThe Community Impact Associate will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and managing UGHEโs social and economic community engagement initiatives. This role will play a critical part in ensuring UGHEโs community-facing programs are impactful, sustainable, and aligned with the institution's mission to contribute to equitable development in Burera District and beyond. The Associate will work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to foster strong partnerships, draft and implement community-based projects, and support the launch of new community engagement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Community Engagement & Project Implementation
Lead the design, planning, and execution of community engagement activities and projects in alignment with UGHEโs strategic priorities.Draft detailed project proposals, work plans, and reports for community-based initiatives.Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Community-Based Education, Campus Life procurement, and campus operations) to ensure the project proposals are focusing on social and economic impact t is integrated across UGHE operations.Monitor and evaluate the impact of community engagement initiatives and recommend improvements.2. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
Develop and maintain strong relationships with local government entities, NGOs, private sector partners, and community-based organizations.Represent UGHE in community meetings, forums, and events to advocate for UGHEโs initiatives and identify opportunities for collaboration.Support in drafting Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), partnership proposals, and agreements with external stakeholders.3. Program Launch & Support
4. Reporting & Communication
Develop regular progress reports and impact summaries for UGHE leadership and stakeholders.Maintain accurate documentation and records of all community engagement activities.Support communication teams in developing stories, articles, and visibility materials showcasing UGHEโs community impact.5. Qualifications & Experience
Bachelorโs degree in Community Development, Social Work, Public Health, Project Management, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in community engagement, development projects, or stakeholder coordination.Strong understanding of Rwandaโs local governance structures and community dynamics, especially in rural settings.Proven experience in project design, implementation, and monitoring.Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in Kinyarwanda and English is required; French is an added advantage.6. Key Competencies
Community-centric mindset with a passion for social impact.Strong organizational and project management skills.Ability to build trust and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.Solution-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Excellent report writing and presentation skills.Cultural sensitivity and adaptability. 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 โAdditional Filesโ tab on the application page. 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 worldโs most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu BuzimaโPIHโs sister organizationโand 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 โ 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 UGHEโs policy. UGHE will request information from applicantsโ 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.