IMB Mental Health Program Manager- Employment, career opportunity in Rwanda

Job Title:   IMB Mental Health Program Manager
Location:  Kigali, Rwanda, Africa
Level:  Mid Career (2+ years of experience)
Education:  Licence
Job type:   Full time
Vacancy:  4 Posts
Salary:  Negotiable
Deadline:  31st Oct 2013




Partners In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima is a Harvard-affiliated international NGO that has partnered with the Government of Rwanda to strengthen the health system and support poverty reduction initiatives in rural Rwanda since 2005.
PIH/IMB is seeking outstanding candidates for the following position

1. Position Title: IMB Mental Health Program Manager
Location:  Burera District

The IMB Mental Health Manager will be primarily responsible for the implementation and management of the IMB Mental Health Program.  In addition to clinical mentorship, training, and capacity building of clinical staff and community health workers in mental health services, this position will serve to lead general administrative, human resources, reporting and budget management duties.  The position will be mentored by international experts in global delivery of mental health services also engage in a national and international level on mental health policy, education, and research initiatives.   The position is based primarily in Burera district at Butaro hospital, with some travel to Kayonza and Kirehe districts.

Requirements for the position:

-Advanced diploma in mental health nursing (A1 level) or equivalent is required
-Background and training in clinical psychology is highly desired, but not required
-Masters level in public health OR significant experience in program management, preferably health or mental health related programs
-Computer skills in internet, email, word processing and spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Office applications)
-Quantitative skills in data collection, data management, data analysis, and research are highly desired
-Strong managerial experience and skills, demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
-Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kinyarwanda is required; French abilities are also helpful, but not required.
-Ability to work creatively, independently and take initiative. Must be a quick learner, able to multi-task and reprioritize easily. Excellent interpersonal skills required.
-Demonstrated interest in public health and social justice

Application details

Interested and qualified candidates should submit in their application letters, updated curriculum vitae with 3 referees, and academic transcripts to the PIH/IMB Executive Director in Kigali/Kacyiru-Sud (between World Vision and Intersec Security) or Rwinkwavu (Kayonza District). Deadline for receiving applications is 31st October 2013 At 4 pm. Partners in Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima is an equal opportunity employer.

Electronic applications can be submitted to pihrwanda@recruitment.com for detailed information, please contact Human Resources on 0788524836.



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