Program Manager Lead Poisoning Prevention, Rwanda
Resume:
Canut DUFITUMUKIZA, MPH
Telephone: +250-*********
Email : *********@*****.***
Kigali- Rwanda
A.Professional profile
Canut DUFITUMUKIZA is a Senior regionPublic Health Program Leader and Epidemiologist with over 20 years of experience strengthening national health systems, designing and monitoring surveillance frameworks, leading multi-stakeholder health programs, and supporting evidence-based policy development in Rwanda and the East African.
He has an extensive experience collaborating with government ministries, regulatory bodies, development partners, and civil society in designing, implementing, and evaluating national public health strategies. Proven expertise in data analysis, performance monitoring systems, epidemiological reporting, and translating data into actionable policy recommendations.
Canut has a strong background in health systems strengthening, nutrition epidemiology, public health surveillance, and multisectoral coordination. Experienced in supervising technical teams, conducting training sessions, managing complex data flows, and engaging high-level stakeholders.
He has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from the University of Rwanda, with advanced analytical and program management skills. Fluent in English and French.
B.Employment History/ Professional Work Experience
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Performance
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Key Relevant Achievements:
1
2018-Feb.2025
Country Liaison Officer – Rwanda
World Bank / Global Financing Facility
Provide high-level technical and programmatic support to Government of Rwanda in health systems strengthening and multisectoral public health programming.
Led the development and implementation monitoring of Rwanda’s first costed multisectoral Investment Case for Stunting Reduction and Maternal Nutrition, incorporating epidemiological evidence and surveillance data.
Coordinated national-level data tracking systems and developed performance dashboards to monitor implementation progress.
Supported strengthening of routine data systems and performance monitoring frameworks aligned with national RMNCAH and Nutrition strategies
Contributed to Health Sector Strategic Plan V and RMNCAH-N 2024–2029 strategy development, integrating surveillance indicators and measurable targets.
Conducted financing gap analyses using population-level health data.
Facilitated multi-stakeholder consultations involving social cluster ministries and implementing agencies, civil society, and development partners.
Interpreted national health datasets and supported translation of findings into policy recommendations.
Supervised consultants and technical teams supporting data analytics, costing, and program monitoring.
Coordinated mid-term reviews and final evaluations using mixed-method approaches.
Provided regular analytical briefs and technical presentations to government decision makers and development partners.
2
2017-June 2018
Country Manager
National Food and Nutrition Coordination Secretariat (Government of Rwanda)
Led coordination of national food and nutrition security programs and supported evidence-based public health interventions.
Coordinated national surveillance and reporting mechanisms for nutrition indicators.
Provided technical oversight in policy formulation related to food safety, nutrition security, and risk reduction.
Facilitated stakeholder mapping and multisectoral coordination across health, agriculture, and social protection sectors.
Produced analytical reports on food and nutrition status to inform policy decisions.
Guided implementation of national food and nutrition strategies and ensured alignment with global best practices.
Delivered technical training and capacity-building sessions to government staff and implementing partners.
Mobilized and coordinated donor and UN support for nutrition-related programming.
3
2011-2016
Executive Director
Rwanda NGOs Forum on Health Promotion
Led national coordination of civil society organizations implementing public health programs.
Oversaw monitoring and evaluation of Global Fund-supported HIV, TB, and malaria programs.
Strengthened reporting systems and supported data collection and analysis for health programs.
Coordinated health promotion initiatives targeting communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Supervised staff and ensured compliance with financial and programmatic reporting standards.
Facilitated policy advocacy discussions based on programmatic and epidemiological evidence.
Represented civil society in national health coordination platforms.
C.EDUCATION
Master of Public Health (MPH)
University of Rwanda
Master’s Degree in Economy and Management (Public Nutrition & Food Security)
Université Multiculturelle Internationale – France
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Management (Financial Management)
National University of Rwanda
D.PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Managing Markets for Health – University of Edinburgh
Development Evaluation – UNICEF & RMEO
Research Ethics Training – FHI
E.TECHNICAL SKILLS
Data Analysis: SPSS, Epi Info, Advanced Excel
Data Management & Dashboard Development
Epidemiological Reporting
Performance Monitoring Systems
Microsoft Office Suite
Survey & Surveillance Framework Support
F.LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
French – Fluent
G.References
1.Patrice MWITENDE
Senior Health Specialist
World Bank- Rwanda
Telephone: +250*********
Email: *********@*********.***
2.HARERIMANA Jean de Dieu, PhD Cand (Econ, UoN, Ke)
Technical Advisor for Health Financing/ Ministry of Health
Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc (CHAI)
***********@*******************.***
3.Assumpta INGABIRE
Director General
National Child Development Agency ( NCDA)
Telephone: +250-*********
Email: *********@****.***.**
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