District Graduation Coordinator - Nyamagabe - Rwanda
BRAC USAAbout BRAC International and the Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative
BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organization, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.
BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org)
Our Core Values:
· Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.
· Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.
· Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most.
· Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty.
The Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative is a global unit within BRAC International that was founded in 2016 to build off the success of BRAC’s Ultra-Poor Graduation program in Bangladesh. Graduation is an evidence-based, scalable intervention proven to break the poverty trap for the long term. So far, BRAC’s flagship Graduation program has impacted over 2 million Bangladeshi households—totalling over 9 million people. To help eradicate extreme poverty, BRAC UPGI is working to scale globally by integrating Graduation into existing government programs and help 21 million more people lift themselves from extreme poverty by 2026. At present UPGI has interventions with governments in South Africa, Rwanda, India, Indonesia, Ethiopia , the Philippines, and Nigeria.
About the Position:
In partnership with Nyamagabe District, BRAC Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative (UPGI) seeks to hire a District Graduation Coordinator to support the implementation of the National Strategy of Sustainable Graduation out of poverty.
The District Graduation Coordinator will oversee the full scope of Nyamagabe District ‘Gira Wigire Program, providing strategic planning, coordination, and supervision to ensure high-quality implementation across sectors and partners. This program brings together government and non-government stakeholders to provide a holistic and sequenced approach to lifting households out of extreme poverty. The District Graduation Coordinator will be embedded in the district office and will supervise Graduation Officers, coordinate with district stakeholders, and ensure alignment of all activities with the national graduation strategy and district Joint Action and Implementation Plans (JAIPs).
The position offers a unique opportunity to shape and be part of a transformative poverty reduction initiative that emphasizes collaboration, evidence generation, and sustainable impact.
1. District Program Oversight and Strategic Coordination
● Support coordination and planning of the district-wide implementation of Nyamagabe Gira Wigire Program in line with the National Strategy for Sustainable Graduation.
● Provide support to the District Graduation Officers and ensure effective rollout of program components across sectors and other administrative levels.
● Facilitate the development and execution of the Joint Action and Implementation Plan (JAIP), ensuring integration across district departments and stakeholders.
● Ensure strong coordination and collaboration with district leadership, the Joint Action Development Forum (JADF), and implementing partners contributing to the implementation of graduation essentials (basic needs, livelihood and coaching).
2. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)
● Oversee district-wide MEL processes, ensuring effective data collection, analysis, and reporting across all program components.
● Ensure Graduation Officers are trained and supported in using M&E tools and the Poverty Graduation Management Information System (PGMIS).
● Synthesize and consolidate district-wide lessons learned and contribute to national-level reporting and knowledge sharing.
3. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
● Lead stakeholder engagement efforts at the district level, ensuring inclusive participation in coordination meetings, program design, and implementation reviews.
● Represent the Graduation Program in district forums and public events, and support the development of policy briefs, success stories, and presentations.
● Maintain regular and effective communication with government partners, NGOs, PSWs, and community-based stakeholders to strengthen ownership and accountability.
4. Capacity Building and Technical Support
● Coordinate and support capacity-building activities for district and sector officials, Para-Social Workers (PSWs), and community structures.
● Provide relevant technical guidance to Graduation Officers, ensuring fidelity to the Graduation approach and continuous quality improvement.
● Foster district-level graduation sustainability by strengthening local systems and promoting graduation integration into existing government programs and budgets.
Qualifications and Experience:
● A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field.
● At least 4 years of experience in program coordination, public sector engagement, rural development, or social protection.
● Experience working with local government structures, NGOs, or donor-funded projects in Rwanda.
● Strong knowledge of poverty reduction strategies, livelihoods, and community development approaches.
● Familiarity with Rwanda’s social protection framework and Graduation model.
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders at different levels.
● Ability to collect and interpret program data and write clear, evidence-based reports.
● Proficiency in Kinyarwanda and working knowledge of English and/or French.
● A valid Motorcycle driver’s license (A Category).
● Strong organizational and time management skills.
● Collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively in cross-sectoral teams.
● Self-motivated and results-oriented.
● Demonstrated commitment to social development and empowerment of vulnerable households.
● Experience working with or within government systems at district level.
Safeguarding and Compliance:
● Adhere to BRAC’s safeguarding policies and practices, ensuring the safety and well-being of all program participants and staff.
● Promote and support the implementation of safeguarding standards, and report any incidents in a timely and responsible manner.
How to Apply:
This is an outstanding opportunity to support a highly effective, collaborative, and innovative non-profit. BRAC International offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Please upload your resume and detailed cover letter through the below link
District Graduation Coordinator – Nyamagabe District
Please mention the name of the position in the subject line.
Only complete applications will be accepted, and short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The application deadline is 23 June 2025.
BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.