Head, Contribution at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) : CLOSING DATE :Thursday 27, July 2023 (Updated)

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Head, Contribution

Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career opportunity? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team at the helm of the transformation of the Rwanda Social Security Board as we aspire to become a modern, high performing institution that is actively contributing to the transformation of Rwanda’s economy.

RSSB is tasked with the important mandate of providing financial security and equitable access to quality healthcare to millions of hardworking Rwandans across the country. As we continue our journey of transformation, we are committed to revolutionizing the way contributions are managed to create a strong foundation for a dignified retirement for all.

If you have what it takes to work in a fast-paced environment and you are passionate about public service, then we are looking for you. In this pivotal role, you will have the chance to shape the future of the organization and drive innovation in the collection of social security contributions. You will collaborate closely with a competent team of professionals who share a passion for empowering individuals by securing their health and financial well-being.

Reporting to the Chief Finance and Contributions Officer, the Head, Contribution will be responsible for coordinating all the activities in the Contributions function, including managing the registration of employers and employees, Contribution’s collection, contributors’ accounts, and the staff under his/her supervision.

About RSSB 

The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) has the mandate to manage and promote social security in Rwanda. RSSB’s vision is to provide a comprehensive social security system that caters to the diverse social security needs of the population. RSSB plays an important role in realising Vision 2050 and the National Strategy for Transformation (NST1). RSSB manages six social security schemes, namely: Pension, Occupational Hazards, Medical scheme, CBHI, Maternity Leave Benefits and EjoHeza (Long-term Term Saving Scheme).

As a leading player in the financial sector, RSSB serves as the largest institutional investor in Rwanda. With assets under management amounting to 1.9 trillion Rwf, which is equivalent to 17% of the country’s GDP, RSSB invests in key sectors of the economy and plays a crucial role in providing up to 20% of liquidity for the financial sector. With approximately 12 million members in the above six schemes, encompassing close to 90% of Rwanda’s population, RSSB is at the forefront of securing the health and financial well-being of Rwandans.

To achieve its important mandate, RSSB is embarking on a transformative journey, aiming to become a modern, data-driven, and high-performing institution. As part of this ambitious initiative, we are seeking highly motivated individuals who are driven, results-oriented, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. By joining RSSB, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the advancement of social security and transformation of Rwanda.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, ready to embrace innovation and change, and eager to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, then RSSB is the place for you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee the registration of employers and employees
2. Oversee all contributions related operations which include, contributions collection and contributors accounts management,
3. Oversee Audit and Inspection activities to ensure contributors’ compliance with laws and regulations
4. Oversee contributions’ enforcement and recovery activities
5. Allocate and supervise activities within the Contributions function
6. Lead and Manage staff under his/her supervision
7. Liaise with Human Capital Function in assessing the training needs and preparation of training plan
8. Evaluate the performance of staff under his/her supervision
9. Establish and maintain liaison with other functions and relevant stakeholders to exchange information and deal with common problems
10. Work in liaison with the Marketing Corporate Communication function and the social security Coverage expansion Function to ensure an appropriate strategy to extend the coverage level
11. Participate in the establishment of social security coverage strategies
12. Identify gaps in Laws, policies and regulations related to the social security coverage and propose improvement
13. Oversee the preparation of plans, periodical and annual reports related to the contributions function and ensure their effective implementation
14. Perform any other duties related to the Contribution function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

1. Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Social Protection Financing, or any other relevant field with at least 6 years’ experience, 2 of which should have been in a senior managerial role

OR

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Social Protection Financing, or any other relevant field with at least 8 years’ experience, 2 of which should have been in a senior managerial role

Key Competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. The role holder must have sound understanding in social security product diversification and innovation
2. The role holder must demonstrate in-depth financial product knowledge
3. The role holder must have sound understanding in data processing
4. The incumbent must have sound understanding in project management
5. The incumbent must have strong knowledge in quantitative analysis

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Must demonstrate impeccable customer service focus, strategic thinking, and strong ethical background with an ability to resist and zero tolerance for corrupt, political and other undesirable influences
2. Must be able to establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and staff alike
3. Must be open to change and adapt established methods for new uses within the institution

Additional Information

The position is based in Kigali, Rwanda and applicants must be willing to relocate outside their countries of domicile.

RSSB reserves the right to appoint or to issue an employment contract to the successful candidate.

Interested candidates are advised to visit the RSSB website for a more detailed job description for the role, and submit your application online by Thursday 13, July 2023.

In addition, please attach a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience and positions held relevant to this role. Include your day and evening telephone numbers, email address, names and address of three professional referees. Also, attach copies of your academic and professional qualifications.

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a valid Criminal Clearance Certificate.

RSSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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