Program Officer

Mondiant Initiative is a refugee-founded nonprofit organization based in Kigali, Rwanda. We provide higher education scholarships, leadership development programs, and educational support services to refugees and underserved youth across the region. Our mission is to expand access to education, develop leadership capacity, and create pathways to employment and opportunity.

MONDIANT INITIATIVE – PROGRAM OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION (UPDATED)

ABOUT MONDIANT INITIATIVE

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Officer is a senior operational role responsible for planning, designing, and implementing Mondiant Initiative’s programs in Rwanda while supporting fundraising and organizational growth.

This role requires a strategic and execution-oriented professional who can translate vision into action, manage complex programs, contribute to fundraising efforts, and operate effectively in a high-pressure, mission-driven environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, design, and implement education and leadership programs in Rwanda
• Oversee day-to-day program operations, timelines, and deliverables
• Contribute to organizational strategy and program expansion initiatives
• Support fundraising efforts through grant proposal writing, donor reports, and concept notes
• Collaborate with senior leadership on fundraising plans and donor engagement
• Build and manage relationships with universities, partners, donors, and community stakeholders
• Track program performance, outcomes, and impact metrics
• Maintain accurate records using nonprofit CRM and data management systems
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) activities
• Identify opportunities to improve, scale, or strengthen existing programs

FUNDRAISING & STRATEGIC CONTRIBUTION

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading fundraising initiatives
• Ability to develop program proposals aligned with donor priorities
• Experience preparing budgets, narratives, and reports for grants
• Contribution to short- and long-term fundraising and growth plans
• Support diversification of funding sources and partnerships

LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage stress and perform effectively in an intense work environment
• Capacity to work independently while collaborating across teams
• High standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, international development, public administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in nonprofit program management or coordination
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising or grant proposal writing
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience using nonprofit CRM systems or databases
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience designing and scaling education or youth development programs
• Familiarity with donor-funded programs and compliance requirements
• Experience working with refugee or underserved communities
• Knowledge of Rwanda’s education, nonprofit, or development sector
• Fluency in English; French and/or Kinyarwanda is an asset

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based in Kigali, Rwanda, and may involve travel within the country or region.

The Program Officer must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving organization that requires adaptability, resilience, and initiative.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mondiant Initiative is an equal opportunity employer.

We strongly encourage applications from refugees, women, and individuals from underserved communities.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter describing their relevant experience, fundraising exposure, and motivation for joining Mondiant Initiative,detailing their qualifications and experience via the apply button below not later 23rd february,2026.