Join Our Team – General Practitioner (Mobile Outreach)

Bienfait Rwanda is looking for a dedicated General Practitioner to join our mobile outreach team based in Kibuye.
The role focuses on delivering primary health care services in rural communities across Karongi and Rutsiro, with an emphasis on early detection, diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up care.

This is an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to improving access to quality health services for children and youth in underserved areas.

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Position: General Practitioner (Medical Doctor)

Organization: Bienfait Rwanda

Duty Station: Western Province, Rwanda (rural setting)

Employment Type: part-time

Start Date: latest 01.05.2026

About Bienfait Rwanda

Bienfait Rwanda is a local non-governmental organization committed to improving access to quality health care and rehabilitation services for vulnerable populations, particularly persons with disabilities and people living in rural areas. The organization focuses on improving access to primary health care, early detection, rehabilitation and long-term follow-up services, particularly for children and youth with disabilities in close collaboration with local authorities and partners.

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced General Practitioner (Medical Doctor) to join our mobile outreach team based in Kibuye. The role focuses on delivering integrated primary health care services in remote communities across Karongi and Rutsiro, with a strong emphasis on early detection, diagnosis, treatment planning and continuity of care.

The position requires close collaboration with our multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and patient-centered service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of patients during outreach activities
• Identify and support early detection of health conditions, including developmental and disability-related conditions in children and youth
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment and referral plans
• Ensure structured follow-up and continuity of care within community and facility-based systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g. physiotherapy, social support, eye care, nutrition)
• Support integration of primary health care into community-based outreach services
• Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with national standards and submit timely reports
• Strengthen referral pathways to public health facilities in line with the Rwandan health system
• Participate in community awareness and preventive health activities
• Contribute to health education and awareness on eye health at community level
• Ensure adherence to professional, ethical, and infection prevention standards
• Work closely with the Bienfait Rwanda health team and local health facilities
• Monitor and evaluate the impact health care interventions and report on progress. Contribute to timely and accurate reporting to donors.
• Experience in data collection, monitoring, and reporting and knowledge of sign language is a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Karongi, Rutsiro and neighboring districts.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Medical Doctor (MD) degree from a recognized institution
• Valid license to practice issued by the Rwanda Medical and Dental Council
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience, preferably in primary health care or rural settings
• Proven experience in outreach programs or community-based health services is a strong advantage
• Strong competencies in diagnosis, treatment planning and patient management
• Experience working with children and youth, including those with disabilities, is an asset
• Ability to work in resource-limited settings and adapt to mobile service delivery
• Experience in orthopedic is a strong advantage

Core Competencies

• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to patient-centered and inclusive care
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in Kinyarwanda; working knowledge of English or French is an added advantage

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

The successful candidate must comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing medical practice in Rwanda, including registration and licensing requirements, adherence to national treatment guidelines, and respect for patient rights and confidentiality as defined by the Rwandan health system.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role in an impactful NGO.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment with an experienced healthcare team
• Professional development opportunities within the organization.

If you are passionate about improving primary health care and public health in Rwanda, we would love to hear from you!

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• Motivation letter addressed to the Executive Director, Bienfait Rwanda
• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of academic certificates and professional medical license
• Contact details of at least two professional referees
• Copy of your ID
• Any other relevant documents  

Applications should be submitted electronically or physically no later than 10.4.2026 via info@bienfaitrwanda.org

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bienfait Rwanda is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates and persons with disabilities who meet the above requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.