2026–2027
Rwanda Basic Education Board
Teachers and Administrative Staff
Recruitment Roadmap
2026–2027
The Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB) has released the official recruitment roadmap for teachers and administrative staff for the 2026–2027 academic year. The process is structured across six clearly defined phases, running from 1 March 2026 through to an ongoing replacement cycle beginning 1 September 2026. Schools, districts, and prospective candidates are encouraged to take note of the key timelines below.
The Six Phases at a Glance
Phase 01
1 March – 30 May 2026
Recruitment of Teachers and School Leaders
Recruitment Process
- Vacancies announcement
- Application & shortlisting
- Written exams & interviews
Phase 02
15 June – 15 July 2026
Teachers’ Transfers
Staff Transfers
- Processing transfer requests
- Approval & transfer letters
- District coordination
Phase 03
15–30 July 2026
Placement of New Teachers and Administrative Staff
Placement
- Post distribution per district
- Align with staffing needs
Phase 04
1–10 August 2026
Provision of Appointment Letters
Appointment
- Official appointment letters
- Deployment to schools
- TMIS registration of new staff
Phase 05
15–30 August 2026
Induction and Commencement of Duties
Induction and Duties
- Induction on professional ethics
- Induction on 5 standards of effective school leadership
Phase 06
From 1 September 2026 →
Replacement due to Turnover
Ongoing Process
- Replace as vacancies arise
- Management and staffing
- Mentorship and coaching support (CPD)
Quick Reference: Timeline Summary
| Phase | Dates | Focus Area | Key Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 01 | 1 Mar – 30 May 2026 | Recruitment | Vacancy announcements, applications, exams & interviews |
| Phase 02 | 15 Jun – 15 Jul 2026 | Staff Transfers | Transfer requests, approvals, district coordination |
| Phase 03 | 15–30 Jul 2026 | Placement | Post distribution and alignment with staffing needs |
| Phase 04 | 1–10 Aug 2026 | Appointment | Appointment letters, deployment, TMIS registration |
| Phase 05 | 15–30 Aug 2026 | Induction | Professional ethics & school leadership standards |
| Phase 06 | From 1 Sep 2026 | Ongoing | Turnover replacement, CPD mentorship & coaching |
📋 For More Information
Interested candidates and school administrators can reach REB through the following channels:
📧 info@reb.rw 📞 Toll Free: 3020 🌐 www.reb.gov.rw
📮 P.O. Box 3817, Kigali, Rwanda
REB encourages all eligible candidates to submit their applications promptly during Phase 01, and urges school leaders to cooperate with district authorities during the transfer and placement phases to ensure smooth staffing ahead of the new academic year. The ongoing Phase 06 underscores REB’s commitment to continuous school improvement through professional development and mentorship.
