M.Sc, Mst, Ph.D, Oxford University

Founder and CEO of PLS Vancouver Part-Time Professor, Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact Researcher and Academic Contributor - focuses on research methodologies, statistical analysis, health economics, and evidence synthesis. Speaker and Thought Leader Ed Mills, the founder of PLS Vancouver and part-time professor in Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, AT has made significant strides in advancing health research, evidence-based practices, and promoting impactful methodologies. Under his visionary leadership, PLS Vancouver has become a hub for conducting cutting-edge research, generating evidence, and developing impactful strategies to address complex health challenges. Throughout his career, Ed Mills has been involved in diverse research projects focusing on HIV/AIDS, global health, infectious diseases, and health disparities. His research has been recognized for its methodological rigor, evidence-based approaches, and practical implications. He champions evidence-based practices, bridging the gap between research findings and implementation, facilitating translation of research outcomes into tangible improvements in healthcare delivery and health outcomes. His work has informed policy decisions and clinical practice guidelines, making a significant impact on the healthcare field.

MBBS, M.Sc. MPH

Dr. Bolanle Oyeledun is a female public health physician with over 35 years of experience in policy development, program management, health systems, and international development. She has over 25 years of senior leadership in managing integrated health and development programs, including HIV and AIDS, reproductive health, maternal, newborn, and child health research projects. With expertise in health systems, resource mobilization, and advocacy, she has worked with governments, specialized foundations, U.N. agencies, and international non-governmental organizations. She has been the first female elected chairperson of the Technical review panel for the Global Fund and the Independent Review Committee for Gavi and children’s vaccines since 2008, and participated in the PPR FIF/Pandemic Fund Working Groups 1 and 3 of the World Bank (2022-2023).

She also served as co-chair on the ITAD: Health Systems Strengthening Evaluation Collaborative HSSEC, Working Group 2, (2021-2023). She continues to contribute to science and has several scientific papers and articles published in scientific journals/books. In 2018, she started “Candid conversations with Bola O”, a face to face dialogue to encourage women (and men!) to come together sharing experiences on issues not often talked about in the Nigerian society.

(FCMA). Chartered Management Consultant. MCA.

Dr. Serge Koudaio Agbo is a physician and public health specialist with 14 years of senior-level public health experience from sub-Saharan Africa. Currently, Dr. Agbo is the Technical Lead for the International Health Regulations (IHR) and One Health in the Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Program (TDDAP) with DAI Global Health. There, Dr. Agbo provides technical guidance and support to set and implement IHR priorities, manages public health emergency response and management activities, guides emergency operation centers (EOC), and designs TDDAP’s approach to implement the WHO’s Monitoring & Evaluation Framework (MEF) for IHR in DAI-supported countries.

Dr. Agbo also currently contributes to the coordination of the national preparedness and response to COVID-19 in Cote d’Ivoire. Previously, Dr. Agbo served as the Regional One Health Technical Advisor to DAI’s Preparedness and Response Project (P&R). During his time in the role, he provided technical assistance to regional offices on how to adopt the One Health approach and assured a multi-sector and multi-disciplinary emergency preparedness and response to public health threats. Dr Agbo also worked in different infectious diseases areas which are TB; TB/HIV, HIV/AIDS, Neglected Tropical Disease and Emerging and Re-emerging diseases.

Dr. Agbo holds a medical degree, a master’s of public health, and is proficient in French and English.

Umutoni Nathalie is a Public Health expert with an extensive experience of 16 years especially in policies development, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, project management. A Medical Doctor, she served in different capacities and more recently she was the Director of Health Policies and Regulation within the Ministry of Health for 7 years with records in development of policies, standards procedures, treatment guidelines, laws and other regulatory documents supporting Health services management as well as Environmental Health, Pharmaceutical field, Health professional practice from community to referral and Teaching Hospitals. Besides, she played a big role in initiating the strategic planning cycle at facility level, in developing the Guidelines on Strategic planning and monitoring and evaluation tools. She has been member of Board of Directors in Government insurance agencies where she has been exposed to the finances of Health services.

Martha is a dedicated professional holding a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and Administration from Mount Kenya University. Her career spans various fields including administration, property management, business development, and customer service. Throughout her career, Martha has consistently demonstrated her commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction and retention through strategic implementation. She has excelled in diverse organizational roles, leveraging her academic background and extensive experience.
Currently serving as the Executive Assistant to CIIC -HIN Chief Executive Officer, Martha provides high-level confidential support. She plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient administrative systems and effective planning for the CEO.
Martha’s blend of academic qualifications, practical experience, and a robust skill set positions her as a valuable asset in leadership roles that demand strategic thinking and a customer-focused approach to business operations and development.

Honours Bachelor of Commerce – UWC, South Africa
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – UWC, South Africa

Zuki is responsible for CIICHIN’s business growth and research implementation success. Her Partnership function is responsible for business development and relationship management which includes fund raising, monitoring and reporting. She is also instrumental in research project management ensuring research operations align with stakeholder objectives.

Zuki has 20 years of leadership in Health, Banking, Software Sales and Implementation Industry in South Africa and Rwanda.
As the Director of Partnership and Communications, Zuki brings a wealth of experience garnered from her diverse background. Her journey has endowed her with a profound understanding of financial landscapes, risk management, business development, and strategic planning. Her journey is characterized by her adeptness in bid office management, a skill honed through years of orchestrating successful bids that have secured vital projects and collaborations.

Zuki's commitment to public health is underscored by her involvement in research grant acquisition and fundraising initiatives. Her proficiency in securing vital resources has enabled her to spearhead research projects and propelling organizations towards collaborative success and impactful change.

Education:
Bachelor of Medicine - National University of Rwanda, Rwanda
International Health Policy and Management - Brandeis University, Heller School of Social Policy and Management, USA

My research interest areas include program evaluations in maternal and child health, health systems, and financing. I have several years of experience teaching and working closely with the Ministry of Health and different health sector stakeholders in developing and conducting research projects in Rwanda. I hold a degree in Medicine from the University of Rwanda, and a master’s degree in international Health policy and Management from Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Global Health-Implementation Sciences at the University of Washington. I was PI on a completed Preterm Birth initiative Rwanda project, described below, which included the development and testing of a group antenatal care program. This work showed the benefits of group care on social support and mental health for women and has inspired me to join this effort. I am also currently involved in an implementation research project on how to employ a digital innovation to sustainably deliver an updated, quality, intervention service package for ANC, using the new WHO 8-contact model. I have vested interest in Maternal and Child Health; Health systems, policy and financing but above all I am passionate about my work where I strive to implement and deliver evidence-based interventions to improve health for all.

Jean Baptiste BYIRINGIRO is an eHealth expert jointed the Ministry of health since 2010 in different positions. He served the Ministry of Health from 2010- Feb 2024 in IT department as an eHealth policy maker and planning, overall coordination of digital health initiatives and overseeing the implementation.

Being an ehealth expert, he hugely participated in establishing Rwanda digital health policies and other required regulations, developing and implementing national systems including but not limited to RapidSMS, Rwanda EMR, Rwanda Health Information Exchange, HMIS, supply chain systems, health resource tracking system, medical equipment management and maintenance, Laboratory information system, Blood management system…

Jean Baptiste holds Master of Science in Information Technology, and he has got additional extensive professional certifications including Project manager professionals awarded by PMI.

Mr. Wane is a Pharmacist with a Master’s degree in health supply-chain management. Currently working as Supply Chain Project Manger for the Center for Impact, Innovation, and Capacity Building for Health Information and Nutrition (CIIC-HIN), a not-for-profit registered in Rwanda (www.ciichin.org). For the last 10 years his work was mainly focused in the health system strengthening, pharmaceutical systems strengthening as well as end-to-end supply-chain management including procurement and logistics of pharmaceuticals for health programs. He his highly experienced in both Public health and health supply-chain management. He pioneered the community health workers supply chain system and the nutrition commodities supply chain integration into the National supply-chain system, taking the lead from inception on system design, development of guidelines and standard operating procedures, phased implementation for country wide scale-up and adoption in collaboration with stakeholders. Working especially in the Maternal and New born health program, where the Immunization program falls, he was supporting the logistic team on the routine vaccines management. Recently during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, he was appointed as technical support in the immunization team in charge of vaccines supply-chain activities including receiving, warehousing and distribution. He is an accomplished professional trainer and has delivered high quality, capacity-building content to healthcare professionals at the central and peripheral levels with the aim of strengthening the supply chain for health commodities. Mr. Wane is fluent in French and proficient in English.

Uwingabire Alice holds a Bachelor's degree in pharmacy with honors from the University of Rwanda in 2014, boasting a decade of experience in the healthcare realm.
Presently, she holds the position of Supply Chain Analyst at the Center for Impact, Innovation, and Capacity Building for Health Information and Nutrition (CIIC-HIN), a nonprofit organization operating in Rwanda.
Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong dedication to enhancing healthcare accessibility, improving patient outcomes, and spearheading public health initiatives.
Her professional journey includes roles at non-profit organizations like Partners in Health, where she served as a Research Assistant focusing on early childhood development, as well as at JSI (Jon Snow International).
Additionally, she gained valuable experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the supply chain of pharmaceutical commodities, with a specific focus on Rwanda. Her expertise extends to both wholesale and retail pharmacy operations, culminating in her role as the Managing Director. Uwingabire Alice is both fluent in English and French.

Aldina Mesic is a Data and Teaching Consultant at CIIC-HIN who advises on impact evaluation and quasi-experimental methods, implementation science, and geographic information systems (GIS) for health. She is a fourth year Implementation Science PhD student in the Department of Global Health at the University of Washington and a Global Health Scholar in the NIH Fogarty Global Health Fellowship Program. She is interested in applying implementation science theories and geospatial epidemiological methods to reduce the burden of injury in low- and middle-income countries. Aldina is currently leading a study Collaboration to Inform Road Safety Intervention and Hazard Reduction in Ghana which is focused on: 1) establishing a road safety research working group; 2) mapping hot spots of road traffic crashes, injuries, and deaths nationally from 2005-2020; and 3) conducting quasi-experimental studies to determine the impact of prior road safety interventions and model future impacts. Aldina holds an MPH in Monitoring and Evaluation and Maternal and Child Health from Boston University and a BS in Biology from Northeastern University. Aldina has worked on research studies focused on gun violence, intimate partner violence, substance use, injury/trauma, maternal health, and HIV in Ghana, Zambia, Rwanda, Nepal, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and the US.

Mr. Piero is a skilled Data Scientist and Biostatistician currently serving as the Senior Data Manager at the Centre for Impact, Innovation and Capacity Building in Health Information Systems and Nutrition (CIIC-HIN). With over five years of experience in health research, data management and analytics, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and project management, Piero is highly versatile. At CIICHIN, he leads pivotal initiatives in database design, field data collection, electronic tool configuration, and statistical analysis across diverse health projects, while also supporting project protocol development and budgeting.

Piero’s focus in health research is underscored by his published research, including the impact of Electronic Immunization Registries (eIR) on Routine Immunization Uptake in Rwanda, analyzed through Interrupted Time Series (ITS), and his study on Leveraging Machine Learning to Assess Cervical Cancer Early Detection on Patient Survival. His work emphasizes the role of advanced data science techniques like machine learning and interrupted time series analysis in improving health outcomes and healthcare efficiency among others.

Before joining CIIC-HIN, Piero contributed to Rwanda’s health sector as a Global Health Corps Fellow at the Ministry of Health, where he helped develop M&E frameworks and strengthen health system evaluations. His prior roles include conducting the Imihigo Evaluation at the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) and supporting health technology initiatives as a Customer Success Representative for Dreamstart Labs.

Piero holds a Master of Science in Data Science, majoring in Biostatistics from the Africa Centre of Excellence in Data Science, University of Rwanda, and a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Applied Statistics from the University of Rwanda. He has completed professional training in Advanced M&E from the Ministry of Health, Essentials of Global Health from Yale University, and Digital Health from Imperial College London, among others.

With demonstrated skills in Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Survival Analysis, and ITS Analysis, alongside proficiency in Stata, R, Python, and Power BI, Piero is an experienced data scientist, M&E specialist, project manager, and health researcher. His commitment to data-driven solutions aims to inform policy and enhance health equity, improving outcomes for communities in Rwanda and beyond.

Emmanuel Christian NYABYENDA is a dynamic and accomplished individual with a robust academic and professional background in applied mathematics, data science, and official statistics. Emmanuel holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from the University of Rwanda, a Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences from the prestigious African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS-Rwanda), and a Master of Science in Data Science with a specialization in Biostatistics from the African Centre of Excellence in Data Science (ACE-DS), University of Rwanda. His solid foundation in quantitative analysis, mathematical modeling, and biostatistics underpins his expertise in tackling complex, data-driven challenges.
In addition to his formal education, Emmanuel has pursued various professional certifications, enriching his skillset in official statistics production, research ethics, data science datathons, data analysis, data visualization, English for research writing, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) monitoring. These certifications reflect his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
With over six years of experience, Emmanuel has made significant contributions to both academia and professional fields. As an educator, he has taught at secondary and university levels, where he fostered intellectual growth and inspired students to excel. His dedication to nurturing talent and creating impactful learning experiences highlights his passion for education and mentorship.
Professionally, Emmanuel serves as a Senior Data Scientist at CIIC-HIN, where he leverages advanced analytical techniques to extract actionable insights from data, enabling informed decision-making and policy formulation. Prior to this role, he spent over five years at the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), playing a pivotal role in the production of official statistics and the monitoring of major national and international programs, including NST-1, Sector Strategic Plans (SSPs), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), AU Agenda 2063, and the EAC Vision 2050.
Throughout his career, Emmanuel has collaborated with various institutions to harness the power of data science in addressing societal challenges. His proficiency in STATA, R, and Python enables him to handle diverse analytical tasks, from statistical modeling to data visualization, with precision and creativity.
Emmanuel’s unwavering belief in the transformative power of data drives his work. He is passionate about using data as a catalyst for positive change, applying his skills to improve policy development, program implementation, and organizational decision-making. With a clear vision and steadfast dedication, Emmanuel continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of data science, establishing himself as a thought leader and innovator in data-driven solutions.

Education:
• Master of Science in Data Science in Data Mining Program
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Upper second class Honors.

Relevant Experience:
• 8 years in Research and Project management with public and private institutions
• Experienced with Household surveys and Census management.
• Statistical programming capacity building courses (R and Python) Certificate provided by WORLD BANK
• Python for data science, data analysis, and machine learning certificates
• Experienced with spatial data, quantitative and qualitative data analysis.

Jean Damascène HAGENIMANA is a highly qualified professional with a master’s degree in data science specializing in Data Mining from the University of Rwanda African Centre of Excellence in Data Science. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering with upper second-class honors from the University of Rwanda, College of Science and Technology. Currently, he is employed with the Centre for Impact, Innovation and Capacity Building for Health Information Systems and Nutrition (CII-CHIN ltd & served as NGO) and serves as an M&E Specialist and Data Protection Officer (DPO). Prior to that, Jean gained 8 years of valuable experience working with the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) as a Data Scientist and IT data processing. He is also a part-time Lecturer at the Kigali Independent University(ULK).

Jean Damascène HAGENIMANA has a strong background in data science and has extensive expertise in survey design, data collection, data management, and analytics. He employs diverse analytical and statistical approaches to provide solutions for a wide range of problems. His skill set includes project management, ensuring data quality and efficiency. He is proficient in building Extract, Transform, and Load(ETL) pipelines, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, developing predictive and forecasting models using advanced data mining and machine learning techniques, and creating data visualization dashboards, and infographics that offer valuable insights to management and stakeholders.

He is experienced in developing Computer Assistance Personal Interviewing(CAPI) with data collection tools like Census and Survey Processing System(CSPRO), SURVEY CTO, and ODK. He is well-experienced in data presentation, developing data visualization schemes, such as dashboards and infographics by using TABLEAU, POWER BI, and ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR.

He is excellent with data analysis programming tools such as PYTHON, STATA, SPSS, and MS Excel and with Data management packages like SQL, MS ACCESS, and Big data analytics tools like HADOOP ECOSYSTEM.

He is fluent in ENGLISH, FRENCH, and KINYARWANDA

Joselyne Uwitonze is an Educational Technologist and e-learning specialist with a strong background in IT. With over 8 years of experience in instructional design for both formal and informal education, she possesses a diverse skill set encompassing Content Authoring and Review, Blended Learning, materials digitization, Digital Literacy Training, and e-learning programs.

Having spearheaded digitization initiatives across public and private institutions, including government bodies and NGOs such as EDC, EDT, Enabel, VVOB, and ICDL Africa among others, Joselyne brings extensive expertise to her role. She excels in implementing Blended Learning methodologies and Digital Literacy training, fostering effective collaboration with Subject Matter Experts from various learning domains.

At CIICHIN, Joselyne works as an E-learning Specialist, where she leads the development of high-quality e-learning modules tailored to project objectives and audience requirements. Her responsibilities include crafting multimedia-rich content, designing robust assessments to gauge module effectiveness, liaising with stakeholders and experts for content refinement, ensuring quality assurance of e-learning materials, promoting content reusability for future training endeavors, and meticulously documenting the development process, including design documents and project timelines.

With a passion for leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes, Joselyne is dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in educational technology initiatives.

Caroline Mudereri is a passionate and dynamic educator with expertise in strategic marketing, research, and project management, dedicated to driving impactful change. With a proven track record in developing and implementing innovative research methodologies and evaluation frameworks, she is committed to advancing equitable, inclusive, and sustainable solutions across academic and industry contexts. In her current role at CIIC-HIN, Caroline contributes to transformative initiatives through her expertise in grant writing and project management. She plays a critical role in securing funding to support programs that address pressing healthcare and development challenges, ensuring their successful implementation and long-term sustainability. Her dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration makes her an invaluable asset in creating meaningful and lasting impact.

Dr.UWAMAHORO Doris Lorette is among the first trained emergency medicine and critical care physician in Rwanda, working at Kigali University Teaching Hospital, Rwanda where she is heading the Accident and Emergency Department. She completed her undergraduate medical training at the former National University of Rwanda in 2013.

She is a mother, a mentor and educator to not only medical students but also nursing trainees. Together with colleagues, we have worked on and published studies that made an impact in teaching and clinical practice.

She is thriving not only to improve medical care to critically ill patients through education and research but also to become an impactful leader.

Dona Fabiola GASHAME is an anesthesiologist passionate about improving critical care and believes that critical care medicine is a highly challenging and mind-provoking field.

Currently, she is the site coordinator at CHUK of BREATHE project under CIICHIN coordination.

She received her medical degree at Hope Africa University in 2018 and she completed her residency training at the University of Rwanda in Anesthesiology in 2022. She has a particular interest in intensive care.

Philomene MUKAYISENGA is a passionate and dedicated registered nurse with a diverse background in healthcare. Her journey began at the University Teaching Hospital (CHUK), where she gained valuable experience in various departments, including Internal Medicine and Accident and Emergency. Throughout her career, she has taken on roles as an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Link Nurse and a COVID-19 Field Nurse, playing a crucial role in safeguarding patient safety during challenging times. Additionally, she served as Trauma Registry/Rwanda Officer, contributing to the improvement of trauma care in the region.

Philomene has been actively involved in various clinical research projects as a Research Assistant, including her work with Eagle Research, and she is currently working at CIICHIN.

Fraterne Zephyrin UWINSHUTI is an Independent Humanitarian Consultant with expertise in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid.

A Freelance Writer and a Senior Registered Nurse, boasting over 12 years of extensive experience in the healthcare industry.

Throughout his career, spanning from 2011 to the present, he has garnered a wealth of knowledge in nursing, particularly in emergency and critical care areas, and clinical research, and has fulfilled various roles at different private and public institutions, including the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK), Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC), the Ministry of Health/Rwanda, Max King’s Institute, ASHOKA, and URUNGANO Digital Group Ltd.

Furthermore, as the co-founder of the Rwanda Emergency Care Association (RECA) he played a big role in establishing and reviewing the Rwanda Emergency Care user manual of the Ministry of health.

He has notably excelled in leading, mentoring, coaching, managing, and educating multicultural and health professional teams.

Mr MUKESHIMANA Calliope is a registered Midwife with a strong and diverse background in healthcare field.
He served in different settings and departments from the community to Public hospitals, including KACYIRU District Hospital, where he was in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Committee,
Health and Safety committee member and Rwanda Pediatric Association(RPA) Hospital mentor.
He has been actively involved in various clinical research projects as a Data collector in CHAI and Data collector in Accreditation process.
Moreover, he was a member of the resuscitation teams at KACYIRU District Hospital where he has been exposed to various quality improvement projects.

MUKAMUVUNYI Nadine is a registered critical nurse with specialized cardiac nursing training. She has experience in critical care nursing and teaching

Since 2014 to date, she works in intensive care unit at CHUK and she is an honorary lecturer at University of Rwanda since 2020. She worked in covid 19 Nyarugenge treatment center in 2021. In addition; she has been involved in two research as a primary investigator.

SCHADRACK NDAHIMANA centered Registered Nurse with experience treating critically ill patients in intensive care unit, High Dependent Unit and Internal Medicine and work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high quality care.

EXPERIENCE: • Bedside nurse in intensive care unit and high dependent unit: 1998-2000
• Radiology Technician 2000-2002
• Bedside nurse in intensive care unit and High Dependent Unit: 2002-2018
• Bedside nurse in Internal medicine 2018 till now

OTHERS EXPERIENCE: • Work as Nurse Part Time in Intensive Care Unit (ICU), High
Dependent Unit (HDU) and Neonatology at King Faical Hospital:
2007-2016
• Health and Safety Representative in ICU/HDU: 2004-2018
• Member of Sport of Medicine (ORDEMES)
• Research Assistant in CIICHIN

SKILLS: • Patients' general assessment
• Patients close monitoring
• Drug administration as prescribed
• Management of Mechanical ventilated patients
• Management of patients with traumatic brain injury and other neurologic diseases
• Management of patient with respiratory distress
• Nursing care plan
• Pain management
• Patient and family education and advocacy
• Oxygen therapy
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Students Teaching
• STRESS MANAGEMENT

Dr. Twagirumugabe is a former Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Emergency Medicine (2012-2017) and Program Director for the Anesthesia Postgraduate Program (2008-2014). He holds a General Medicine degree (MD) obtained from the National University of Rwanda (NUR) (2001), a Master of Medicine in Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine from NUR in partnership with the University Henri Poincaré (UHP) Nancy1, France (2007) and a fellowship in Medical and Surgical Critical Care from UHP Nancy1 (2010). He also has a Ph.D. in Medical Sciences obtained from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden (2018).
He has joined academia since his graduation from NUR as Medical Doctor in 2002 as an assistant lecturer and served as a general practitioner and clinical instructor at University teaching hospital of Butare (CHUB) before he went for a Specialization in Anesthesiology and Critical care in France.

After graduating in 2007, he has been involved in teaching Anesthesia, Critical care medicine, Physiology, and chapters in Cardiology for both undergraduate students and postgraduates in Anesthesia and Surgery. He taught also different courses (Applied Pharmacology, Regional Anesthesia, and Critical Care) to nurse anesthetist students at Kigali Health Institute. He developed curricula for the Anesthesia program and has been among the pioneers in several community services from the departments including continuous professional development for Anesthesia providers in district hospitals and other healthcare professionals. These were particularly focused on Obstetric Anesthesia and resuscitation, anesthesia apparatus, basic life support, and good practice on Blood transfusion in district hospitals through the SAFE OB course in collaboration with CASIEF.

He has also supervised a number of postgraduate students and undergraduate students for their final dissertation and is involved in clinical research on Acute Pain, ARDS in LMIC in collaboration with Dr. Elisabeth RIVIELLO, Epidemiology of hepatitis viruses in Rwanda, Epidemiology of Critical Illness in Rwanda and Obstetric critical illness in Rwanda among others. He has more than 70 articles or conference proceedings in peer-reviewed journals. He has initiated a number of QI projects and has in writing guidelines for CHUB in the area of antimicrobial stewardship, sepsis management, acute respiratory failure, and oxygen therapy including the BREATHE study in which he serves as CHUB site Principal Investigator.

He exerts clinical activities in Anesthesia and ICU department at CHUB and is a member of the Senior Management of CHUB as Head of the Clinical Division since 2020.

Dr. Blaise GAHUNGU is a Medical Doctor by education and a General practitioner who graduated from ANNABA BADJI MOKHTAR UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, ALGERIA in October 2014. He obtained a Master of public health (Global Health option) from Mount Kenya University in 2021.

He is experienced in health project implementation as well as in NGO setting (Medical Coordinator for MEDECINS DU MONDE FRANCE NOVEMBER 2014-JANUARY 2016, ALGIERS, ALGERIA) as in normal medical practice within Rwandan public hospitals (Rwamagana Provincial Hospital March 2016-August 2017; Masaka district Hospital: September 2017-December 2019) and also private health facilities (MBC hospital January 2020-March 2022; BAHO International Hospital April 2022-October 2022) Kigali, Rwanda.

Dr. Blaise GAHUNGU is passionate about Global Health Research, with a particular interest in Clinical trial operations. That is why he joined CIICHIN RWANDA in November 2022 as CHUB Site Coordinator for BREATHE project. To perform well his duties, he is currently enrolled in Clinical trials operations distance learning Course provided by CDT Africa at Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia.

MAHORO Jean de Dieu ardent in improving critical care capacity among non-critical care trained staff who may be critically ill patients. His research interest is in sepsis/septic shock, ventilation and oxygenation, ICU acquired infection. He is a research assistant for BREATHE, a clinical effectiveness trial of high flow versus standard flow oxygen for hypoxemic adults at five sites in Kenya, Malawi, and Rwanda. He is skilled in ventilation and oxygenation, Hemodynamic monitoring, Advanced cardiac life support, and designing and conducting quality improvement projects.

MAHORO Jean de Dieu is Deputy Manager of the Intensive care unit at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB) and Honorary Clinical lecturer of Nursing Sciences at the University of Rwanda, College of Medicine and Health Sciences.
He obtained the advanced diploma of nursing from Kigali Health Institute in 2012 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Gitwe in 201. He completed the Master of Sciences in Nursing (Critical care and trauma) from the University of Rwanda in 2019.

UWIMANA Clarisse holds a bachelor's degree in nursing and is a registered nurse with an interest in research and experience in collecting data for health-related studies. She is currently a research assistant for BREATHE, a clinical trial assessing the effectiveness of high-flow versus standard-flow oxygen for hypoxemic adults at five sites in Kenya, Malawi, and Rwanda.
Prior to joining CIICHIN, she served at Health Center and District Hospital as a nurse. She eventually worked as a nurse in hospitals caring for COVID-19-infected patients and was a member of a team that administered COVID-19 vaccinations.

She collected data for other medical research projects and is determined to advance her training and experience in the field.

UWAMUNGU Victor is a seasoned professional researcher nurse currently employed at CIICHIN in the role of a clinical researcher assistant. With a wealth of prior experience gained across various hospital settings in Rwanda, he has served as both a nurse and a midwife. Victor's academic qualifications include a bachelor's degree in general nursing and an advanced diploma in midwifery.

In 2019, Victor made a deliberate shift in his career path, transitioning from his role as a clinical nurse to specializing as a professional researcher nurse. Leveraging his extensive clinical expertise, he has since been actively engaged in various health research projects, thereby expanding his career horizons.

Throughout his research career, Victor has collaborated with numerous prestigious organizations and public institutions, such as UR, RBC, ICAP Rwanda, ENABEL, HI, Interpeace Rwanda, and PFR, among others. In these partnerships, he has assumed diverse roles within research projects, including that of a research assistant, research site coordinator, research consultant, data collector, assistant data technician, team leader, and supervisor of data collector teams in the field.

Victor's daily inspiration stems from his dedication to philosophy, innovation, and the enhancement of healthcare service delivery. He strives to achieve this by incorporating sophisticated technology and evidence-based healthcare practices into his work, ultimately contributing to the advancement of scientific research in the field.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas is an Assistant Lecturer at University of Rwanda, College of Medicine and Health Sciences. He holds a Master of Science in Nursing, Critical Care and Trauma.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas is working as a Clinical Researcher at CIICHIN in BREATHE Project.
He has been volunteering as a Critical Care and Trauma Nurse Specialist in the Center of treatment of critical patients suffering from COVID-19.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas has got a Bachelor of Science in Anesthesia and Resuscitation, and works as a Clinical Anesthetist Officer and Resuscitator in Public and Private Hospitals.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas is a clinical researcher, and has got two publications:
Thomas Munyanziza, Busisiwe Bhengu, Emelyne Umutoni Cishahayo, Aline Uwase, 2021, Workplace stressors and coping strategies of Intensive Care Unit Nurses at University Teaching Hospitals, in Rwanda. Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, Vol.4 No.1, March 2021.

Thomas Munyanziza, Incidence of spinal anesthesia induced severe hypotension among the pregnant women undergoing cesarean section at Muhima. Rwanda. Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, Vol.5 No.1, April 2022.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas is well skilled in working both independently or in team work, he has got computer skills and competencies in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point and Internet use. He has earned Category B driving Licence and is well skilled in driving.

Mr. Munyanziza Thomas is well skilled in speaking and writing Kinyarwanda, French and English.

Mr. TWIZEYIMANA Jean Felix is a Health Professional as a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing awarded from the University of Rwanda at 2017.

Mr. Felix has a professional experience of 6 years From 2017 and Preference languages of English and French associated with the Basic skills about computer sciences within Microsoft word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Currently, Mr. Felix is working at University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB) as a Critical Care Nurse and also a Research Assistant at BREATHE PROJECT.