We’re Hiring: Country Manager – Rwanda ?? | Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for unlocking opportunities for Africa’s youth? Do you thrive in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments? If so, we want you to apply!

At Harambee, we’re not your typical organisation. We’re a dynamic team on a mission to solve youth unemployment through powerful partnerships. Now, we’re looking for a Country Manager to lead our Rwanda operations and help us scale our impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide strategic and inspirational leadership to a high-performing, values-driven team in Rwanda.
• Oversee day-to-day operations including recruitment, performance management, and professional development.
• Lead the development and execution of Harambee Rwanda’s country strategy aligned with national priorities and Harambee’s global vision.
• Identify and drive opportunities to scale impact and deepen Harambee’s relevance in the Rwandan labor market.
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with government, private sector, funders, and development partners.
• Represent Harambee Rwanda in national and international forums, conferences, and partnership platforms.
• Lead and expand fundraising efforts, cultivating relationships with donors, foundations, and agencies.

• Develop compelling funding proposals and ensure strong stewardship and reporting.
• Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Track and report on performance metrics to assess impact and effectiveness.
• Be a key advocate for Harambee’s mission and model across the ecosystem.

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in social enterprise, nonprofit, or public/private sectors.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and team leadership.
• Deep understanding of Rwanda’s economic development and youth employment landscape.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English (Kinyarwanda and/or French a plus).

Why Join Us? Because we’re changing the world—and we want you to be part of it. At Harambee, you’ll work with passionate people, cutting-edge tech, and a flexible, collaborative culture that values results, integrity, and impact.

? Closing Date: 27 June 2025

? Location: Rwanda

? Apply now: https://harambee.bamboohr.com/careers/51

Rwandan youth, refugees, and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Let’s build a better future—together.