• Kelleb Rukera
• Gitahi Njenga

This research study on Influence of Non-Medical Leaders' Adoption of Agile Project Management Practices on the Implementation of Health Facility Projects in Rwanda aims to systematically assessed the impact of agile project management (APM) practices on the overall success of health facility projects in Rwanda. This investigation employed a case study approach, with a specific focus on the Medilabs Clinic, to comprehensively analyze the effectiveness of APM practices in addressing challenges and enhancing project outcomes within the Rwandan healthcare sector. This study was guided by three specific objectives, which included; to Investigate the effect of Varying Levels of Sprint Planning on Health Facility Project Implementation in Rwanda. To Examine the influence of changing the composition of cross-functional teams on the successful implementation of health facility projects in Rwanda. And to determine the Effect of Non-Medical Leaders' Adaptability to Change on Health Facility Project Implementation in Rwanda. Using three theories this study aimed to gain a deeper understanding through Agile project management theory, Transformational leadership, and the Resource-Based View (RBV) of the firm. The research design for this study employed both descriptive and correlation research designs in its comprehensive investigation. Data was collected through use both quantitative and qualitative methods, using interview guides and questionnaires. A sample size of 105 individuals were selected from the broader staff population of 143 at MEDILABS Clinic, following Taro Yamane’s formula for sample size determination. The collected data went thorough statistical analysis, encompassing descriptive measures such as the mean and standard deviation to provide an overview of the data. Additionally, inferential statistical techniques was used, focusing on the application of the Pearson correlation coefficient (r) and multiple linear regression analysis. The findings were presented using a combination of visual representations, tables, and written explanations. Qualitative data was subject to thematic analysis, requiring a narrative approach for its presentation. The study investigations found that Agile practices significantly enhanced project implementation. Key findings included Sprint Planning's positive impact, with 57.14% strongly agreeing (mean = 4.50, SD = 0.72). Cross-functional teams' composition was crucial, with 71.43% agreeing (mean = 4.12, SD = 0.72). Non-medical leaders' adaptability to change showed the highest impact, with 66.67% strongly agreeing (mean = 4.59, SD = 0.79). ANOVA results demonstrated significant effects on project timeliness, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction (p = .000), with an F-value of 149.196. Regression analysis showed strong contributions from Sprint Planning (B = 0.424, p < .001), Cross-Functional Teams (B = 0.141, p = .024), and Adaptability to Change (B = 0.265, p = .002). Correlation analysis further confirmed these findings, with high positive relationships between Agile practices and project outcomes, particularly in adaptability to change (r = .917, p < .000, mean = 4.57, SD = 0.61). The research highlighted the importance of training non-medical leaders in agile methodologies and fostering an agile culture for sustained success. Future research was suggested to explore the long-term impact of agile practices, their influence on patient outcomes, and the challenges of adopting these methodologies in various healthcare environments

Adaptability to Change, Agile Project Management, Cross-functional teams, Health Facility, Projects, Non-Medical Leaders, Varying Levels of Sprint Planning

"Influence of Non-Medical Leaders' Adoption of Agile Project Management Practices on Implementation of Health Facility Projects In Rwanda: A Case Of Medilabs Clinic", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 11, page no.a453-a470, November-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2411048.pdf

"Influence of Non-Medical Leaders' Adoption of Agile Project Management Practices on Implementation of Health Facility Projects In Rwanda: A Case Of Medilabs Clinic", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 11, page no. ppa453-a470, November-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2411048.pdf