Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
Grade: Mid-level NO-C, National Professional Officer (Locally Recruited)
Occupational Groups: Poverty Reduction, Project & Programme Management, Managerial Positions, Disability Rights, Sustainable Growth
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
About UNDP Rwanda
UNDP Rwanda is entering a transformative phase with the implementation of its Country Programme Document (CPD 2025-2029), fully aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and Rwanda’s Vision 2050. The CPD focuses on two major pillars:
- Environment and Economic Transformation – emphasizing nature-positive, climate-resilient economic solutions.
- Transformational Governance – strengthening systems for inclusive growth and institutional effectiveness.
Despite Rwanda’s impressive economic growth, challenges such as multidimensional poverty (affecting nearly half the population), inequality, and unemployment (16.8%) persist. UNDP Rwanda aims to address these issues by fostering inclusive economic growth, enhancing resilience, and empowering vulnerable populations, particularly women, youth, and informal workers.
The Structural Transformation and Inclusive Growth Unit (STRING) will spearhead innovative strategies for social protection, equitable access to economic opportunities, and poverty reduction.
Position Overview
The Programme Specialist & Head of STRING will report to the Deputy Resident Representative (DRR) and Resident Representative (RR). This role serves as a senior advisor to UNDP Rwanda’s management team, overseeing the Structural Transformation and Inclusive Growth Portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Programme Management
- Lead the formulation and implementation of UNDP strategies aligned with CPD priorities.
- Provide high-level advice to senior management on emerging socio-economic challenges.
- Ensure UNDP programmes integrate societal digital technology risks and future signals.
- Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for programme operations.
- Oversee programme quality assurance, budgeting, monitoring, and risk management.
- Supervise the STRING team, fostering collaboration across UNDP units, government institutions, donors, and civil society.
Partnership & Resource Mobilization
- Develop strategic partnerships with UN agencies, government, donors, private sector, and civil society.
- Lead programme resource mobilization, including concept notes, proposals, and cross-sector coordination.
- Ensure cost recovery strategies are in place and optimize funding opportunities.
Knowledge Management & Advisory Services
- Provide policy and technical advisory support on Structural Transformation and Inclusive Growth.
- Identify best practices and lessons learned to inform national policies.
- Deliver training, knowledge sharing, and advocacy initiatives for UNDP staff and partners.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Master’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field.
- Bachelor’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience may be considered.
Experience:
- Minimum 5–7 years in programme management, policy advisory, or development portfolio oversight.
- Proven experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, and cross-sector collaboration.
- Familiarity with UNDP, government institutions, or international organizations is an advantage.
Skills:
- Strategic planning, systems thinking, results-based management, and project portfolio management.
- Strong leadership, team supervision, and communication skills.
- Data-driven decision-making and knowledge of ERP or project management software.
Languages:
- Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required; Kiswahili is a plus.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive UNDP salary aligned with National Professional Officer grade (NO-C).
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and annual leave.
- Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and international collaboration.
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Q: Who can apply?
A: Open to all qualified candidates meeting the educational and professional
requirements.
Q: How to submit an application?
A: Apply directly via the UNDP
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Ensure all supporting documents are attached before the closing date.
Q: Are multiple candidates selected?
A: Yes, UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates for this post.
Q: Any recruitment fees?
A: UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment
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