The Government of Rwanda, through the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), is preparing the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria Grant Cycle 8 (GC8) program continuation application for HIV, TB, and Malaria for the 2027–2029 implementation period. The application aims to sustain and accelerate progress towards national and global targets, while addressing persistent programmatic gaps and inequities. It is scheduled for submission by October 2026. In this context, UNICEF seeks to engage an International Consultant to serve as the lead consultant, working closely with and coordinating a team of national consultants to support the Ministry of Health and the Rwanda Biomedical Centre in developing a high-quality, integrated, and evidence-based GC8 program continuation application. The consultant will provide technical assistance to ensure the application for HIV, TB, and Malaria is results-focused, aligned with Global Fund requirements, and responsive to national priorities. The consultancy will be implemented through a hybrid modality, combining remote engagement with in-country missions during key strategic stages of the assignment that require intensive consultations and stakeholder engagement. It is anticipated that the consultant will undertake two missions to Rwanda, each estimated at 10 days, with the exact timing and duration to be finalized during the inception phase based on the agreed workplan and key milestones. Throughout the assignment, the consultant will also support capacity strengthening through the transfer of knowledge and skills to national consultants.

Contract Duration: 6 months

Working arrangement: Home Based

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Scope of work: 

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 to:
• Identify and prioritize high-impact interventions to maximize program impact and value for money across HIV, TB, Malaria, and RSSH.
• Develop a comprehensive, evidence-based program continuation application aligned with all relevant Global Fund GC8 modules for HIV, TB, and Malaria.
• Prepare a detailed budget, including clear justification of unit costs and alignment with prioritized interventions.
•Complete and validate the Health Product Management Template (HPMT), ensuring accurate quantification and alignment with national CPDS.
•Prepare all required GC8 annexes and supporting documentation for the continuation application
If you would like to know more about this consultancy on the detailed deliverables and expected outcomes, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: Download File GC8 TOR 05082026_ext.pdf
Minimum requirements: (Qualifications/Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills) 
Education
•Master advanced degree from a recognized academic institution in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Health Policy, Global Health, with demonstrated expertise in HIV, TB, Malaria, and RSSH.
•A PhD would be considered as an asset.
Work Experience
• A minimum of 10 years of international experience as a senior expert in the field of Public Health, Global Health or related field, with demonstrated expertise in grant writing and management.
• Demonstrated expertise in facilitation and the ability to guide multi-stakeholder processes effectively.
• Proven experience working at a senior level with international organizations and government institutions, particularly with the health sector.
• Substantial experience engaging with civil society organizations (CSOs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and key and vulnerable populations, including people living with or affected by HIV, TB, and malaria.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with development partners, including donors, international health agencies, government and civil society stakeholders.
Skills
•In-depth knowledge of health systems, including community health systems, and a strong understanding of human rights-based and equity-focused approaches to programming.
•Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate complex processes, manage multiple deliverables, and ensure high-quality outputs within agreed timelines.
•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
•Proven ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to produce high-quality technical documents and reports.
Language Requirements
•Fluency in English is required

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UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. 

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. 

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. 

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal (Talent Management System): 

  • An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)  

  • Cover letter 

  • A technical proposal explaining how the work will be delivered, understanding of the Terms of Reference, technical expertise, methodology, and capacity to achieve the expected results.

Remarks:   If the TOR or financial proposal documents are not visible on certain recruitment platforms, please visit our official page Vacancies | UNICEF Careers. 

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