Captain (PIC)

RwandAir Ltd is the flag carrier airline of Rwanda and a Skytrax award-winning airline, recognized as Best
African Regional Airline. It operates domestic and international services to East Africa, Central Africa,
West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International
Airport. Our mission is to deliver unsurpassed, safe, and reliable services in air transportation, including
strategically linking Rwanda with the outside world while ensuring a fair return on investment. As part of
the expansion strategy, The organization is seeking interested, qualified, and competent candidates to fill the
following position.

Job Title:
Captain (PIC)

Reports to:
Fleet Manager

Fleet:
Boeing 737 (B737), Airbus A330 and DH8 Q400

Department:
Flight Operations

Location:
Kigali International Airport

JOB PURPOSE

To be nominated by the management of RwandAir to serve as the aircraft Pilot-in-Command (Captain)
for each flight or series of flights on the B737, A330 or Q400 fleet.

1. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As per OMA Sections 1.5.24 (Captain):

a) Captain (PIC)

The Captain will:

• keep familiarity and make sure that other crew members are familiar with relevant Rwandan and
 International air legislation and agreed aviation practices and procedures;

• keep familiarity with such provisions of the RwandAir Operations Manual as are necessary to
 fulfill his/her function;

• Use best endeavors to ensure the comfort and well-being of passengers;

• Act as a Senior Official of the Company when away from base and assume such responsibilities as
 might reasonably be expected of such an official;

• Be tasked with the handling of Company operational logistics and/or credit cards for the
 rendering of a flight expense account after the flight;

• Use best endeavors to keep a high standard of discipline, behavior, and appearance of the crew
 while on duty and when away from base;

• Notify the appropriate local authority without delay in the event of any emergency that necessitated
 action in violation of local regulations and/or procedures;

• Immediately notify the nearest appropriate authority, by the quickest available means, of any
 accident involving the aircraft that results in serious injury or death of any person, or substantial
 damage to the aircraft or property;

• Submit, if required by the state of occurrence, a report to the appropriate local authority and also
 to RCAA.

b) Safety Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Performing their duties as per the laid down procedures;

• Reporting of hazards and occurrences.

2. ABOUT YOU – MINIMUM STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS

In accordance with OMA Section 5.1 (Flight Crew Qualifications):

Essential

• ICAO/EASA/FAA;

• Hold a First-Class Medical Certificate;

• Radio Telephony License or an endorsement on the flight crew member’s license;

• Required type rating on license (B737 / A330 / Q400, as applicable);

• ICAO English proficiency level 4 minimum;

• No history of accidents/incidents due to the pilot’s gross negligence;

• Total flying time of 5,000 hours;

• 1,000 hours as PIC on type.

3. WHAT WE OFFER

• A growing network of over 25 destinations across East, West, Central and Southern Africa, with
 long-haul routes to London, Brussels, Paris, Dubai and Doha;

• A modern fleet of Boeing and Airbus narrow-body and wide-body aircraft;

• Global connectivity through codeshare and interline partnerships with Qatar Airways and Turkish
 Airlines;

• A genuine growth trajectory, including a planned move to the new Bugesera International Airport;

• A competitive salary, allowances, and benefits package designed to reward experience and
 commitment;

• A base in Kigali, one of Africa’s safest and fastest-growing capital cities, offering a high standard of
 living.

4. HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• An application letter addressing the following:

 o Confirmation of willingness to relocate permanently to Kigali.

 o Your preference between a commuter and non-commuter contract, noting that non-commuter
   candidates will be given preference.

 o Any other information you consider relevant to your application.

• Recent Curriculum Vitae;

• Copies of Notarized Degree/Diploma certificates;

• Relevant certificates;

• Copies of academic papers;

• A photocopy of the Passport/National ID;

• Three referees.

The deadline for submitting application documents (Only PDF Format) isOctober 08, 2026.

Please apply via the link:
https://erecruitment.rwandair.com/

NB:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.