1. About the Organization
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is recruiting a Coordinator, GSRH Programs and Membership Engagement to support the Consortium of Medical Schools in Africa (COMS-A).
COMS-A is an African-led continental platform bringing together more than 200 medical schools to promote medical education reform, shared research, common standards, and coordinated advocacy.
Since its launch in 2025, COMS-A has prioritized gender, sexual and reproductive health and rights (GSRH) in medical education and healthcare services across Africa.
2. Job Purpose
The Coordinator will provide technical leadership in Gender, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (GSRH) programming while strengthening membership engagement across COMS-A’s network of medical institutions.
The successful candidate will work closely with the COMS-A Director and Program Lead for Women in Leadership to ensure effective integration of GSRH into training programs, curricula, mentorship initiatives, and institutional development activities.
The role will also involve recruiting new member institutions, maintaining membership records, coordinating partnerships, and supporting the implementation of COMS-A programs.
3. Key Responsibilities
A. GSRH Program Leadership and Curriculum Integration
- Coordinate the integration of GSRH content into curricula, training programs, and mentorship initiatives.
- Develop educational materials and curriculum content for COMS-A academies.
- Provide leadership and operational support for leadership and allyship programs.
- Coordinate fellowship and specialized training programs.
- Monitor program indicators and contribute to quarterly and annual donor reports.
- Serve as the primary contact for member institutions seeking GSRH technical assistance.
B. Membership Engagement
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and engagement of COMS-A member institutions across Africa.
- Maintain and update the membership database.
- Develop and implement membership engagement strategies.
- Facilitate communities of practice across different thematic areas.
- Monitor member participation and satisfaction.
- Support the organization of the annual MedEdAfrica conference and other events.
C. Secretariat Support
- Support the COMS-A Director in daily Secretariat operations.
- Assist with reporting and donor communications.
- Contribute to partnership development with African and international organizations.
4. Qualifications and Requirements
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in Global Health, Health Professions Education, Gender Studies, or a related field.
Professional Experience
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and/or gender equity programming.
- Experience working in academic or health-related institutions, preferably in Africa.
- Experience in membership-based organizations, network coordination, or multi-country program management.
- Knowledge of curriculum development or faculty development in health professions education is an added advantage.
- Experience supporting grant-funded programs and donor reporting is desirable.
Technical Skills
- Excellent written and spoken English and French.
- Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
- Strong program coordination and reporting skills.
Behavioral Competencies
- Excellent organizational and relationship-management skills.
- Strong cross-cultural communication abilities.
- Ability to work with diverse institutions and stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel across COMS-A member countries when required.
5. How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should prepare the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of academic degrees.
- Cover letter explaining their interest in UGHE and relevant professional experience.
Applicants should upload all required documents under the Additional Files section on the application page.
Application Link: Visit the official UGHE recruitment page to submit your application.
6. About the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)
The University of Global Health Equity is an innovative university established in Rwanda in September 2015. It focuses on developing the next generation of global leaders in healthcare delivery.
UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an international non-profit organization committed to providing quality healthcare to underserved communities.
The university promotes social justice, academic excellence, integrity, equity, and transformational healthcare leadership.
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