Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Organization: World Vision Rwanda
Application Deadline: 17 September 2025
About World Vision Rwanda
World Vision Rwanda is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization working across all 30 districts of Rwanda to improve the lives of vulnerable children and their families. Guided by its 2026–2030 National Strategy, World Vision Rwanda aims to reach 2.5 million children through integrated programs in:
- Child Protection
- Education
- Nutrition
- Health
- WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
- Resilience and Livelihoods
World Vision works in close collaboration with the Government of Rwanda, community health workers (CHWs), faith-based institutions, and development partners to deliver sustainable, community-led solutions.
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Job Overview: Nutrition, Health & WASH Coordinator
World Vision Rwanda is seeking a qualified and experienced Rwandan professional to fill the position of Nutrition, Health & WASH Coordinator, based in Kigali with regular field travel.
This is a senior coordination role offering strong career growth opportunities within a globally respected humanitarian organization. The successful candidate will provide strategic, technical, and programmatic leadership for integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH Behavior Change Communication (BCC) interventions.
Role Purpose
The Nutrition, Health & WASH Coordinator will lead the design, implementation, and scaling of evidence-based, community-driven interventions aimed at improving nutrition outcomes, preventing disease, and enhancing the wellbeing of children and caregivers.
Key intervention models include:
- Positive Deviance / Hearth (PD/Hearth)
- Growth Monitoring & Promotion (GMP)
- Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)
- Hygiene and sanitation promotion
- Community Health Worker (CHW) engagement
The role requires strong collaboration with district authorities, health facilities, CHWs, NGOs, and UN partners to strengthen national nutrition and WASH systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Planning & Implementation (35%)
- Lead integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH BCC activities across project areas
- Ensure timely and high-quality implementation aligned with World Vision and national standards
- Manage project budgets, procurement processes, and technical deliverables
- Strengthen community ownership through effective CHW engagement
2. Strategy & Technical Leadership (20%)
- Contribute to national nutrition, health, and WASH strategies
- Scale up proven models such as PD/Hearth, GMP, CMAM, TTC, and WASH-UP
- Support innovation and learning in nutrition-sensitive programming
3. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (15%)
- Develop and refine monitoring tools to track program performance
- Analyze data to inform evidence-based decision-making
- Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories
4. Capacity Building & Mentorship (10%)
- Train staff, CHWs, caregivers, and partners on nutrition and WASH models
- Provide coaching and mentorship to ensure sustainable program delivery
5. Resource Mobilization & Partnerships (10%)
- Support proposal development and donor reporting
- Strengthen partnerships with government institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs
6. Integration, Gender & Inclusion (10%)
- Mainstream gender, disability inclusion, environment, and child protection
- Promote nutrition-sensitive agriculture and livelihoods interventions
Qualifications & Experience
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Public Health, Community Health, Nutrition, Environmental Health, or related field
- HEC equivalence certificate required for foreign qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Health, Nutrition, and WASH programming
- Strong skills in project management, budgeting, and M&E
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English (French is an added advantage)
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in at least one World Vision nutrition model (PD/Hearth, GMP, CMAM)
- Experience in proposal writing, partnership building, and knowledge management
- Strong leadership, facilitation, and report-writing skills
Salary & Benefits (Indicative)
While World Vision Rwanda does not publicly disclose exact figures, similar coordinator-level roles typically offer:
- Competitive NGO salary (aligned with experience and qualifications)
- Medical insurance
- Pension contribution
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Field allowances and travel support
Salary details are usually confirmed during the interview stage.
Work Environment & Conditions
- Duty Station: World Vision Rwanda Head Office, Kigali
- Travel: Up to 50% field travel within Rwanda
- Health Requirement: Medical clearance required prior to employment
World Vision Rwanda maintains a safe, inclusive, and child-protective work environment. Background checks, including criminal record clearance, are mandatory.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Tips (Important)
To increase your chances of success:
Clearly demonstrate
experience in nutrition, health, and WASH coordination
Highlight familiarity with PD/Hearth,
GMP, or CMAM models
Emphasize collaboration with government
and CHWs
Tailor your CV to NGO and donor-funded
project standards
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this position open to non-Rwandans?
A: This role is primarily intended for qualified Rwandan professionals.
Q: Is field travel mandatory?
A: Yes, up to 50% local travel is expected.
Q: Can fresh graduates apply?
A: No. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience is required.
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