Rwanda Institute of Architects
A member of the RIA secretariat at work

About RIA

Careers at the Institute

Vacancies at the RIA secretariat, what it is like to work here, and how the recruitment process runs.

Current vacancies

No open vacancies at present

The Institute advertises every role on this page and on its official channels. Nothing is open today — you are welcome to send a speculative application using the form below, and it will be kept on file for twelve months.

This page lists roles at the Institute itself. It is not a job board for the profession — vacancies at member firms are not advertised here.

Colleagues working together at the RIA secretariat

Working here

What the secretariat does

The secretariat runs registration and licensing, keeps the public register accurate, administers examinations and CPD, prepares Council and board papers, handles complaints, and represents the Institute to government, partners and the regional bodies.

It is a small team, so roles are broad. People here are trusted with real responsibility quickly and see the effect of their work on the profession and on the public who rely on it.

Why work at RIA

Public interest firstThe Institute regulates a profession on behalf of the public. Every role here serves that duty.
Institutional workRegistration, standards, discipline and policy — work that outlasts any single project.
Room to growA small secretariat means broad responsibility early and direct contact with the Council.
A collegial officeFewer than twenty people in Kigali, working closely with members, regulators and partners.

Careers

How we recruit

  1. 01

    Application

    Send your CV and a short covering letter to the address on the vacancy notice before the closing date.
  2. 02

    Shortlisting

    The secretariat shortlists against the published criteria. Everyone who applies hears back either way.
  3. 03

    Written exercise

    Most roles include a short practical task relevant to the job, done in your own time.
  4. 04

    Interview panel

    A panel of secretariat staff and, for senior roles, a Council member.
  5. 05

    References and offer

    Two references, then a written offer setting out terms, grade and start date.

Equal opportunity

RIA recruits on merit and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Tell us in your application if you need any adjustment to take part in the process.

Speculative applications

If nothing listed matches you, send your details anyway. Say what kind of work you are looking for and the secretariat will keep your application on file for twelve months.

Or email your CV to careers@ria.rw.

RIA uses what you send only to consider you for roles at the secretariat, and keeps it for twelve months.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to be a registered architect to work at RIA?
No. Registration is required only for roles that involve technical assessment of applications. Finance, communications, membership and administration roles do not require it.
Do you take interns?
The secretariat hosts a small number of internships each year, usually for students in architecture, law, communications or administration. Send a speculative application with the period you are available.
Are roles based in Kigali?
Yes. The secretariat works from the RIA office in Kigali, with some flexibility once you are established in the role.
How long do you keep speculative applications?
Twelve months. If a matching vacancy opens in that period the secretariat may contact you directly.