NATIONAL CONSULTANT: To review progress on human rights and gender recommendations for Global Fund GC8 Program Continuation Application for Rwanda.

The Position:

The Government of Rwanda, through the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), is preparing the Global Fund Grant Cycle 8 (GC8) program continuation application for HIV, TB, and Malaria for the 2027–2029 period. The application aims to sustain and accelerate progress toward national and global targets while addressing persistent programmatic gaps and inequities. It is scheduled for submission by October 2026.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results

Job Purpose:

The consultant will work with the Ministry of Health (MoH), Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), Technical Working Groups (TWGs), and key stakeholders including the UN, Development Partners and Civil Society Organizations.

You would be responsible for:

• Conduct a comprehensive desk review of relevant policy, programmatic, and assessment documents on human rights, gender equality and GBV and they impact Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, New-born, Child and Adolescent Health (SRMNCAH), HIV, TB and malaria outcomes in the country.
• Map and track all recommendations from past Human Rights and National Gender Assessments.
• Assess the level of implementation of recommendations (completed, partially implemented, not implemented, with measurable proportions).
• Identify achievements, good practices, gaps, bottlenecks, and enabling factors influencing programming and implementation.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations with government, UN agencies, civil society, and community representatives.
• Analyze persistent human rights and gender-related barriers in SRMNCAH, HIV/TB and malaria service delivery.
• Develop evidence-based and prioritized recommendations for GC8 programming and integration.
• Support integration of findings into GC8 continuation application narratives and priorities.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Ensure quality assurance and alignment with Global Fund GC8 requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Advanced degree (Masters) in public health, social sciences, gender studies, or related fields.

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in HIV/TB programming, public health, or health systems strengthening.

• Proven experience and track record in human rights and gender analysis/assessments in health programs.

• Proven experience with Global Fund Application processes and requirements is an asset.

• Strong analytical, report writing, and stakeholder facilitation skills.

Languages:

• Excellent command of English; knowledge of Kinyarwanda is an advantage.

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
• Embracing cultural diversity,
• Embracing change

Core Competencies:

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

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Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.