Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Company Secretary
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Company Secretary. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!
The Rwanda Social Security Board aspires to transform towards a modern, high performing institution that is committed towards high standards of governance and the provision of efficient and effective management of Board affairs.
This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a major transformation that will drive strategic initiatives and to work closely with the board of directors, executive leadership, and regulatory bodies to ensure robust corporate governance principles, transparency, and accountability, whilst ensuring continuity of business operations and maintenance of strategic partnerships.
If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team of Directors and you are passionate about being part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes the well-being of millions of individuals, then we are looking for you. In this pivotal role, you will directly contribute to transforming the organization, towards providing socio-economic well-being, long-term stability and prosperity for Rwandans.
Reporting to the RSSB Board, the Company Secretary will be responsible for serving as Secretary to the Board of Directors including organising Board meetings, keeping records of Board proceedings, serving as bridge between the Board and General Management and monitoring the implementation of Board resolutions.
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 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 overall 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
- Oversee the preparation of the Board of Directors meetings by ensuring that the meetings are scheduled on time and in accordance with rules governing RSSB
- Provide Directors, individually and collectively, with guidance as to their duties, responsibilities and powers and ensure Board’s compliance with rules and regulations
- Advise the Board on corporate governance and legal issues
- Liaise with Human Capital function to organise trainings for directors and members of the senior leadership team on corporate governance matters
- Keep up to date with any regulatory or statutory changes and policies that might affect RSSB
- Ensure that policies are up to date and are approved
- Provide support to the Board or other committees on specific projects
- Facilitate good communication between the Board, Committees, General Management and relevant stakeholders
- Keep records of Board proceedings and monitor the implementation of Board resolutions
- Advise, in conjunction with RSSB’s lawyers, the Chief Executive Officer or other executive, in respect of the legal matters, as required
- File various documents as required under the provisions of the laws and regulations governing RSSB
- Assist the Chairman of the Board in issuing notice and agenda of Board meetings to Board members
- Develop and propose annual plan of the Board and its Committees meetings
- Ensure that attendance list and minutes of Board meetings are accurately recorded and circulated
- Prepare and follow up payment of sitting allowances and other benefits of Board members
- Perform any other duties related to Board Secretariat as may be assigned from time to time
Key Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate must have at least:
- Master’s Degree in Business Law or any other relevant field with at least 4 years relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in a senior managerial role
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law with at least 6 years relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in a senior managerial role
- Experience as a Company secretary
- Membership to the Rwanda Bar Association is an added advantage
Key Competencies
Technical Competencies:
- The role holder must have sound understanding in social security legal framework and social security governance
- The role holder must demonstrate in-depth experience in board management
- The incumbent must have strong knowledge in the management of legal affairs and legal proceedings
- The incumbent must have sound understanding in regulation compliance and contract management
Behavioral Competencies:
- 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;
- Must be able to establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and staff alike;
- 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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