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Position Location: LifeNet Country Office in Bujumbura, Burundi

Reports to: Vice President of Programs 

Directly Supervises: All LifeNet Burundi employees

LifeNet International transforms healthcare across Africa to provide quality, sustainable healthcare and save lives. With a network spanning over 400 church-owned health facilities, LifeNet International leverages existing health investments to significantly enhance facility performance, improve patient outcomes, and save lives. Our dedicated and growing team provides tailored medical and management training and mentoring to globally recognized standards. LifeNet International’s intervention design takes an asset-based approach to development, we build and strengthen the capacity of local healthcare facilities, people, and resources, effectively empowering facilities to care for their communities with respect, confidence, and evidence-based knowledge.


Opportunity

LifeNet is a fast-paced, business-minded environment with a supportive, optimistic, driven team. This role requires a results-oriented, experienced leader will oversee program development and implementation, manage a high-performing team, cultivate key partnerships, and ensure financial accountability, all while fostering a culture that embodies LifeNet’s mission. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for driving efficiency and growth, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply now to make a difference with LifeNet.


Key Responsibilities

  • Spearhead a results-oriented country strategy, driving impactful program execution and advocating for LifeNet’s success in Burundi.
  • Secure critical resources through strategic partnerships and deliver impactful programs that demonstrate strong return on investment.
  • Cultivate a high-performing, well-supported team while optimizing operations and ensuring responsible financial management.
  • Build and leverage strategic partnerships to empower Burundian health facilities and amplify LifeNet’s impact.

 

Qualifications

  • Commitment and passion for LifeNet’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Ability to foster a Christ-centered, values-driven work environment that inspires integrity and service in Burundi.
  • LifeNet is committed to local leadership. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, with local candidates strongly preferred.
  • Master’s degree in relevant field (Public Health, Business Admin, etc.) preferred.
  • Proven leadership experience with a strong track record of results.
  • Expertise in program management (design, monitoring, evaluation) in resource-limited settings.
  • Strong financial skills (budgeting, accounting, grant management).
  • Team leadership experience building and managing high-performing teams.
  • Donor experience with securing funding for development programs.
  • Strategic thinker with a proven track record of developing successful country strategies.
  • Excellent communication & relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English are required.
  • Travel flexibility within Burundi and potentially internationally.

 

Application Process

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with LifeNet International? To apply, please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role to recruiting@LNinternational.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 5 September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.


LifeNet International is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian organization. In this regard, LifeNet International conducts hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual.