Overview

Hope Walks is recruiting a Program Manager to lead the Rwanda Clubfoot Program and support its mission of eliminating clubfoot as a lifelong disability among children in Rwanda. This position is designed for experienced professionals with strong program management, leadership, public health, and partnership coordination skills.

Hope Walks is an international NGO dedicated to building sustainable national clubfoot treatment programs in low- and middle-income countries. In Rwanda, the organization works closely with the Ministry of Health and healthcare institutions to improve access to quality clubfoot treatment, caregiver counseling, staff training, and community awareness initiatives.

The organization currently partners with multiple government and private hospitals and focuses on strengthening national clubfoot management systems through:

• Clinical capacity building
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Digital health systems
• Parent counseling and support
• Community sensitization
• Program sustainability initiatives

The Program Manager will oversee strategic planning, partnerships, operational implementation, financial management, and team leadership for the Rwanda Clubfoot Program.

This opportunity may particularly interest professionals working in:

• Public health
• NGO programme management
• Health systems strengthening
• Child disability programmes
• International development
• Healthcare administration

For candidates searching for NGO jobs in Rwanda, public health management opportunities, international development careers, or healthcare programme leadership roles, this position offers meaningful impact within a specialized child health initiative.

Why This Opportunity Matters

Clubfoot is a treatable condition, but without proper intervention, it can result in lifelong disability, social exclusion, and reduced quality of life for affected children.

The work carried out by Hope Walks is important because it focuses on:

• Early intervention and treatment
• Disability prevention
• Child mobility and wellbeing
• Family support systems
• Sustainable healthcare capacity building

The Program Manager role is central to ensuring that clubfoot treatment programmes are effectively implemented, monitored, and expanded across Rwanda.

This opportunity offers exposure to several important areas, including:

• Public health programme leadership
• Strategic planning and implementation
• NGO operations management
• Health-sector partnerships
• Digital health systems
• Monitoring and evaluation frameworks

The role also involves collaboration with:

• Ministry of Health stakeholders
• Hospitals and healthcare providers
• International partners
• Community organizations
• Clinical coordinators and counselors

Another important aspect of the role is the use of data-driven programme management approaches, including implementation of PATH (Patient Assessment Toward Healing) digital health tools and organizational KPIs.

For professionals aiming to build careers in healthcare programme leadership, disability inclusion, NGO management, or international public health, this role provides valuable operational and strategic experience within a mission-driven organization.

Application Tips

Candidates applying for programme management and public health leadership roles should focus on demonstrating operational leadership, partnership coordination, and healthcare programme experience.

Highlight Programme Management Experience

Your CV should clearly demonstrate experience involving:

• Programme implementation
• NGO project coordination
• Strategic planning
• Team supervision
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Healthcare programme management

Experience managing multi-stakeholder initiatives is highly valuable.

Demonstrate Public Health or NGO Exposure

Strong candidates should showcase work related to:

• Public health projects
• Community healthcare
• NGO service delivery
• Child-focused programmes
• Health systems strengthening

Previous healthcare-sector experience is preferred.

Showcase Leadership & Partnership Skills

The role requires significant collaboration and team leadership. Applicants should demonstrate:

• Staff supervision experience
• Stakeholder engagement ability
• Government and partner coordination
• Communication and negotiation skills

Emphasize Financial & Reporting Skills

Candidates should highlight experience involving:

• Budget management
• Financial reporting
• Grant-related activities
• Monitoring spending against budgets
• Donor reporting systems

Prepare a Strong Cover Letter

A strong application should explain:

• Commitment to healthcare and disability prevention
• Leadership experience
• Interest in child-focused health programmes
• Ability to manage national-level initiatives

Responsibilities

The Program Manager will oversee strategic, operational, financial, and partnership-related activities for the Rwanda Clubfoot Program.

Programme Leadership & Strategic Management

• Provide strategic leadership for the Rwanda Clubfoot Program
• Develop and execute national strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Conduct regular programme reviews and performance monitoring
• Ensure implementation of organizational KPIs and PATH digital health systems

Strong programme leadership supports sustainability and service quality.

Team Management & Supervision

• Lead and supervise programme staff including:
  • Clinical Program Coordinators
  • Counseling Program Coordinators
• Promote teamwork, communication, and staff development
• Ensure staff safety and operational support

Effective leadership helps strengthen programme performance and accountability.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with:
  • Government institutions
  • Healthcare providers
  • NGOs and development partners
• Advocate for increased awareness and prioritization of clubfoot treatment
• Support collaboration with national and international stakeholders

Strong partnerships are essential for programme sustainability and impact.

Financial Management & Compliance

• Develop annual programme budgets
• Monitor programme expenses and financial performance
• Submit financial and operational reports within required timelines
• Support fundraising and grant application efforts
• Ensure compliance with organizational and national policies

Financial oversight contributes to transparency and operational efficiency.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

• Support programme monitoring and evaluation systems
• Use data-driven approaches to improve programme outcomes
• Maintain reporting systems and programme documentation

Monitoring activities help improve service delivery and programme effectiveness.

Requirements

Education

Applicants must possess a degree in:

• Project/Program Management
• International Development
• Public Health
• Or related field including health professions

Experience

Candidates should have:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in:
  • Programme management
  • Project coordination
  • Health-sector operations

Preferred Experience

Experience in the following areas is advantageous:

• NGO healthcare programmes
• Charity management
• Medical or clinical environments
• Staff supervision and mentorship

Technical Skills

Strong candidates should demonstrate:

• Monitoring and evaluation knowledge
• Financial planning and budget management
• Computer proficiency:
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Drive
  • GSuite

Language Skills

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Fluency in English

Additional regional languages are considered an advantage.

Core Competencies

Hope Walks is seeking candidates with:

• Leadership capability
• Strategic thinking
• Attention to detail
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Initiative and flexibility
• Relationship management skills

Personal Attributes

Candidates should demonstrate alignment with Hope Walks’ values including:

• Integrity
• Compassion
• Partnership-building
• Commitment to excellence 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by submitting:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Notified copy of academic qualifications
• National ID copy

Application Link

Apply for Program Manager – Rwanda Clubfoot Program

Application Deadline

29 May 2026

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Travel within programme districts will be required
• The role is based in Kigali with field responsibilities across intervention areas

Contact Information

For inquiries:

• Tel: (+250) 788 623 864
• Tel: (+250) 733 623 864