
Frank NTAKIRUTIMANA
@frankntakirutimana
I build strategic partnerships and commercial growth across digital health and East and Central African markets.
What I'm looking for
At Zipline, I develop sales strategies, build strategic partnerships, and expand technology solutions across Rwanda’s public and private healthcare systems.
I also lead Savics’ East and Central African operations, representing the organization in senior engagements, managing regional partnerships, and advising the Board on digital health and business opportunities.
My work spans government, healthcare, technology, entrepreneurship, and commercial operations. At Rwanda’s Ministry of Youth and Culture, I contributed to national entrepreneurship policy and led youth economic empowerment initiatives, including work supporting the Rwanda Startup Act.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Executive Officer – East Africa
Savics Srl
Oct 2022 - Present (3 years 11 months)
Lead regional operations and represent Savics Srl across East and Central Africa. Make strategic corporate decisions, manage partnerships, and advise the Board on digital health and business opportunities.
Develop and implement sales strategies, identify new business opportunities, and manage strategic partnerships. Build and maintain client relationships and track partnership KPIs.
Owned strategy for integrating Zipline's solutions into new systems in Rwanda, built strategic relationships with stakeholders, and identified expansion opportunities across public and private healthcare systems.
Partnership Manager & Head of Savics – East Africa
Savics Srl
Dec 2021 - Sep 2022 (9 months)
Represented Savics in high-level meetings across East and Central African markets, managed regional partnerships, and coordinated branch activities including finance and staff management.
Youth Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Talent Development Specialist
Ministry of Youth and Culture, Rwanda
Jul 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Contributed to national entrepreneurship policies and programs, oversaw implementation of youth entrepreneurship initiatives, and developed structures for innovation and talent development.
Recovery Officer
Rwanda Energy Group Ltd (EUCL)
Aug 2015 - Jun 2018 (2 years 10 months)
Managed follow-up on outstanding payments from corporate customers, maintained account statements, and coordinated debt recovery activities. Contributed to recovery of billions of Rwandan francs in unpaid debts.
Sales, Marketing & Human Resources Manager
RZ Manna Ltd (KOICA)
Jan 2012 - Jul 2015 (3 years 6 months)
Developed market strategies to increase customers, supported sales growth, and managed expenses. Conducted customer analysis and planned sales promotions and marketing activities.
Project Coordinator / Human Resources Assistant Manager
Isano Production Company Ltd
May 2011 - Jan 2012 (8 months)
Coordinated projects and monitored implementation, managed customer relationships, and maintained financial records. Supported organizational planning and staff coordination.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kigali Independent University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2016 - 2018
Grade: First Class
Completed an MBA with First Class honors, researching the effects of ethics and values on business performance in Rwanda.
Duke University
Professional Training, FinTech Law and Policy
Completed professional training in FinTech Law and Policy.
University of California, Irvine
Professional Training, Project Budgeting and Scheduling
Completed professional training in Project Budgeting and Scheduling.
HEC Paris
Professional Training, Business Model Innovation
Completed professional training in Business Model Innovation.
UNITAR
Professional Training, Gender and Environment
Completed professional training in Gender and Environment.
University of Rwanda – College of Education
Bachelor's Degree, Entrepreneurship with Education
2011 - 2014
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship with Education, researching strategic improvement of citizens' understanding of entrepreneurial skills in Rwandan society.
Inyemeramihigo College
A2 Certificate, Accounting
2007 - 2009
Grade: Grand Distinction
Obtained an A2 Certificate in Accounting with Grand Distinction.
ITC/SME Trade Academy
Professional Training, Creative Industries
Completed professional training in Creative Industries.
ITC/SME Trade Academy
Professional Training, Social Entrepreneurship
Completed professional training in Social Entrepreneurship.
ITC/SME Trade Academy
Professional Training, E-Commerce for B2B Business
Completed professional training in E-Commerce for B2B Business.
Never Again Rwanda
Professional Training, Debate and Conflict Resolution
Completed professional training in Debate and Conflict Resolution.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Salary expectations
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Skills
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