Forty-five junior officers from Rwanda’s law enforcement institutions, on Friday, July 11, completed the Police Junior Command and Staff Course (PJCSC) at the National Police College (NPC).
The five-month course included 35 officers from Rwanda National Police (RNP), five from Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS), and other five from Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB).
The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in charge of Administration and Personnel, DCG Jeanne Chantal Ujeneza, presided over the graduation ceremony, emphasizing the course's significance as a defining step in the professional development of the officers.
“This course is not just a milestone in your careers; it is a defining step in your professional development," DCG Ujeneza said.
She underscored the broader mission of the course in building a new generation of police leaders capable of responding to Rwanda’s evolving security challenges.
“We live in a world of complex and evolving security challenges. To address these effectively, law enforcement agencies need leaders who not only have tactical judgement but who also understand operational thinking, planning, and coordination. We are nurturing the calibre of officers," the Deputy Police Chief said.
She reminded graduates that leadership goes beyond rank and is rooted in values.
“The responsibility placed upon you is not just to execute orders, but to think critically, to advise constructively, to lead by example, and to inspire those under your command," she said. "Leadership is not about position or rank. It is about influence, integrity, accountability, and the ability to make decisions that serve the public interest, uphold the law, and protect the values we stand for.”
The course is designed for middle-level commanders, and it focuses on equipping officers with the necessary command and leadership competencies required at the operational level.
It combines academic rigor with practical application, including modules on operational planning, leadership in dynamic environments, decision-making, and staff procedures.