Associate dedicated to improving the delivery of health services in DR

Context & Impact
Acasus has supported health and education reforms since 2013. Our team in Pakistan achieved the most rapid increase in vaccination coverage recorded to date — improving the coverage of life-saving child vaccines across the Punjab province from 50% to 90% in just two years.
In Peru, our team aided the Ministry of Education with crucial reforms to improve teacher performance. These reforms led to significant increase in student outcomes.
Following the success of our programs in Pakistan and Peru, we have been requested by an international organization to replicate our model in multiple countries across Africa and Asia. Our growing team in the Democratic Republic of Congo is working alongside the Ministry of Health to improve nationwide availability of basic vaccines. Early indicators are already showing promising results.
Role in Brief
Based in Kinshasa, you will support officials at federal and regional levels to implement reforms.
These reforms leverage on the use of technologies and data to facilitate quick and effective action by managers and leaders. By supporting the delivery of better public services, we contribute to improving health outcomes. To date, our DRC team has achieved a number of highly impactful quick wins, demonstrating the opportunity for larger impact in this region.

As an Associate Consultant, you will support Acasus Senior Associates as well as central and provincial officials in customizing and implementing our reform model in this region. You will build on existing insights, excitement, and engagement to strengthen the health system at a national level. This involves strengthening data, leadership and management to help managers and leaders take rapid action to improve health outcomes and save lives.
The Challenge
Work with key senior government health officials and international partners to dramatically improve the health outcomes of children
Design and implement new systems for improving vaccination coverage across DRC
Develop excellent relationships and a trusted advisor status within government
Energize existing systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness

Successful Candidates must Demonstrate
Fluency in English and French
Relevant experience in public sector work, ideally in health or education
Familiarity with governmental processes and operations
Strong teamwork skills and confidence to add input in discussions
Our ideal Associate will demonstrate
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong drive and motivation
Highly developed interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
Interest in social issues
Motivation to join our organization
The Reward
Competitive compensation package
High degrees of responsibility and autonomy
The opportunity to drive a truly impactful set of reforms
The chance to influence a dynamic, entrepreneurial company with a social mission
Opportunities for further international travel with future projects
Next Steps
If this excites you, send us an email including your CV, in English, via this website
Acasus prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We support & promote diversity & inclusion, and we will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.