Public Health Administrative Specialist
Public Health Administrative Specialist
The United States and the Republic of Rwanda enjoy a partnership that began in 1962 just after the Rwandan independence. This Rwanda-American partnership is deeply rooted in the shared ideals of our two countries. The U.S. Embassy in Kigali works together with the Republic of Rwanda to strengthen our partnership by advancing the key goals of regional stability, economic prosperity, and democratic transition within the Republic of Rwanda and in the Great Lakes region. Through its diplomatic and public activities, the U.S. Embassy seeks to ensure regional stability through our shared commitment to security organizations like UN Agencies, Great Lakes and East African security organizations. We support economic activity by encouraging U.S. commercial ties with and promoting U.S. investment in the Republic of Rwanda. We actively support the transition to a vibrant democracy that encourages civic participation, legal reform, and respect for human rights. Our third goal is to promote health with special emphasis on combating HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. Our historic partnership is alive and thriving today in the U.S. Embassy's engagement in the Republic of Rwanda.
Public Health Administrative Specialist
Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2026-011
The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali, Rwanda is recruiting for a Public Health Administrative Specialist.
The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.
Duties: The position serves as a Senior Professional Advisor, supporting U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) engagement in Africa with a focus on advancing regulatory alignment, strengthening regulatory systems, and supporting the operationalization of the African Medicines Agency (AMA). The job holder leads the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of regulatory policy and technical initiatives aligned with U.S. Government (USG) strategic objectives. The position functions as a subject matter expert in regulatory science and international policy, providing technical advice, strategic guidance, and coordination across U.S. Government agencies, host governments, and international partners. Operating at a regional and effectively continental level, the position engages senior stakeholders and influences regulatory frameworks governing FDA‑regulated commodities, including pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, and food products, representing tens of billions of dollars in annual trade across Africa and between Africa and the United States. By advancing regulatory alignment, reliance mechanisms, and harmonized standards, the position directly supports U.S. Government priorities related to public health, global supply chain resilience, and the expansion of U.S. market access.
All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by September 14, 2026.
Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/jobs/
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that e-mailed applications are not accepted. Only applications submitted through our Electronic Recruitment Application will be considered.