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AMANDA RURANGWA

Kigali

Summary

Senior healthcare and development professional with over 10 years of experience in program management, strategy consulting, and evidence-based policy development. Expertise in large-scale program ideation and implementation across public health and social impact sectors in Rwanda, with a focus on building resilient communities. Proven ability to manage complex, high-level stakeholder relationships and leverage data-driven strategies to drive policy reform and social change. Experienced in working with nonprofit organizations, managing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and translating research into actionable policy recommendations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4037
4037
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Chief Technical Advisor

Ministry of Health
11.2022 - Current
  • Led the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for national health programs, ensuring data-driven decision-making aligned with Rwanda's healthcare strategy
  • Fostered collaboration with multiple ministries and stakeholders to advance evidence-based health policies and programs aimed at strengthening resilient communities
  • Provided strategic direction and oversight for national health projects, focusing on sustainable impact in public health systems and community health initiatives
  • Delivered regular updates and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective communication in a fast-paced environment
  • Enhanced overall technical efficiency by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining processes.
  • Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
  • Spearheaded the development of new policies by identifying gaps in existing frameworks or emerging needs within the community

Project Coordinator - Mental Health

Imbuto Foundation
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Directed the strategic planning and execution of the Baho Neza Mental Health initiative, aligning research findings with program design and outcomes
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems to assess program effectiveness, contributing to evidence-based policy recommendations
  • Engaged with local and international partners, leading discussions on mental health interventions and innovations aimed at improving community well-being
  • Provided regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring effective communication of program progress and outcomes
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.

Project Officer - Reproductive Health & Rights

Imbuto Foundation
01.2016 - 09.2020
  • Led the design and implementation of reproductive health programs, ensuring they were grounded in research and data analysis
  • Developed capacity-building programs for healthcare providers, strengthening the ability of local organizations to deliver effective health interventions
  • Secured funding through data-driven proposals and fostered strategic partnerships with international organizations to support program sustainability
  • Regularly communicated program results to donors and partners, ensuring continuous alignment with organizational goals

COVID-19 National Response Leader

National COVID-19 Taskforce
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • Designed and executed the national contact tracing strategy, leveraging data analysis to support effective pandemic control measures
  • Led teams in data collection and analysis to inform national COVID-19 response strategies, contributing to the development of evidence-based guidelines and policies
  • Coordinated with various ministries and international organizations to ensure a unified and effective national response

Data Collector

Community Vision Initiative
10.2015 - 10.2015
  • Conducted data collection for a study on oxygen usage at health facilities, ensuring data quality and confidentiality while contributing to research findings
  • Prepared detailed statistical reports, identifying and resolving data entry errors to ensure the accuracy of research results

Intern

Rwanda Biomedical Center
03.2015 - 09.2015
  • Supported data collection and management for maternal health and home delivery research projects
  • Contributed to the development of health policy materials and participated in the facilitation of Early Child Development training programs

Education

Master of Science - Global Mental Health

King's College London & The London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
12-2021

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Mount Kenya University
12-2015

Skills

  • Program Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Monitoring
  • Evaluation
  • Impact Assessment
  • Data Analysis
  • Evidence-based Decision Making
  • Capacity Building
  • Community Resilience Programs
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant Management
  • Health Policy Analysis
  • Social Impact Policy Analysis
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Degree

MSc

Awards Recognition

Johnson & Johnson Global Mental Health Scholar, 2020-21

Timeline

Chief Technical Advisor

Ministry of Health
11.2022 - Current

Project Coordinator - Mental Health

Imbuto Foundation
04.2022 - 11.2022

COVID-19 National Response Leader

National COVID-19 Taskforce
03.2020 - 07.2020

Project Officer - Reproductive Health & Rights

Imbuto Foundation
01.2016 - 09.2020

Data Collector

Community Vision Initiative
10.2015 - 10.2015

Intern

Rwanda Biomedical Center
03.2015 - 09.2015

Master of Science - Global Mental Health

King's College London & The London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Mount Kenya University

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