RwandAir RISE Graduate Development Program 2026

RwandAir Inspiring Success & Excellence (RISE) Graduate Development Programme is a first-of-its kind 24-month fast-track programme taking recent graduates and young professionals through a structured learning plan across key strategic business units within the airline. These include Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Commercial.

The initiative is committed to developing local talent and creating a sustainable pipeline to support the country’s transformation plan and growth.

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RwandAir RISE Graduate Development Program

Aim and Benefits of RwandAir RISE Graduate Development Program

Competitive Benefits: Receive a competitive salary, airline staff benefits including rebate tickets, life and health insurance, and continuous development opportunities.

Comprehensive Industry Exposure: Gain experience through structured rotational assignments across Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, Operations, Engineering and Commercial to develop a broad understanding of airline operations.

Competitive Benefits: Receive a competitive salary, airline staff benefits including rebate tickets, life and health insurance, and continuous development opportunities.

Professional Growth: Regular assessments based on assignments, mentorship, and leadership feedback.

Clear Career Path: Transition into a mid-career position aligned with their skills and interests after successfully completing the programme.

Requirements for RwandAir RISE Graduate Development Program Qualification

We welcome recent graduates and young professionals with up to two years of relevant work experience who meet the following requirements to apply:

• Rwandan Nationality.
• Bachelor’s degree with a First-Class Honours in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Engineering, or other aviation-related fields or a Master’s degree with a Second Class, Upper Division Honours in aviation-related fields.
• Strong English proficiency with proven results
  1. IELTS Academic – minimum score 6.5
  2. TOEFL iBT (Academic) – minimum score 85
  3. Additional languages are an advantage
• Demonstrated leadership, growth mindset, and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for aviation.
• Willingness to relocate or travel as required.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more Information, visit RwandAir Career webpage