Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Head, Supply Chain Management
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking an exceptional individual to join us as the Head, Supply Chain Management driving our transformation towards operational efficiency, value for money, and robust supplier management.
The Rwanda Social Security Board aspires to transform towards a modern, high performing institution that is committed to the delivery of operational excellence through cost effective resource management that will provide value for money both to RSSB and to its esteemed members.
As the Head of Supply Chain, you will be at the forefront of driving initiatives that redefine our procurement processes to optimize operational efficiency, unlock value for money across the organization and ensure the highest standards of supplier management, with the ultimate objective of enabling us to better serve our beneficiaries and maximize the impact of our programs.
If you possess a relentless commitment to operational excellence, a passion for driving change, and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments, then we invite you to join our transformative journey. In this pivotal role, you will have the unique opportunity to position supply chain management as a catalyst for efficiency, value creation, and social impact.
Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Head, Supply Chain Management will be responsible for overseeing the organisation’s supply chain processes in procurement, stores/inventory management, contract management and managing the organisation’s overall supply chain strategy and operations to maximise efficiency and value for money.
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 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
- Review the contracts and their amendment and lead in formulating & developing policies, plans and strategies in the areas of supply chain, including risk management and contractor performance measurement plans
- Develop and oversee the implementation of the Supply Chain and asset disposal processes and ensure they are carried out in compliance with the procurement and asset disposal Law
- Coordinate the development and review of the annual Supply Chain and asset disposal plans in line with the Law and monitoring their implementation
- Receive requests for tendering processes from different Departments, Divisions and Units, collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain
- Review of terms of reference and technical specifications from user departments
- Coordination of preparation of tender documents
- Review tender documents related to consultancy services, goods and works before its publication
- Review the response to the bidders’ queries related to the published tenders
- Make follow up of opening and evaluation of tenders
- Ensure timely notification of evaluation results to the bidders
- Review the weekly and monthly procurement report, communicate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors
- Oversee the management of inventory, stores, and assets in compliance with the guidelines issued by the organisation and the National Treasury
- Monitor Contract management to ensure conformity with the contract terms and conditions and suggest improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain profitability for the organisation
- Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements in collaboration with other departments
- Ensure development and management supply chain, capability and culture that reflect the values which facilitates performance and professionalism.
- Perform any other duties related to Operations function as may be assigned from time to time
Key Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate must have at least:
- Master’s’ Degree in Procurement, supply Chain Management, project Management, Business Law or Business Administration with at least 6 years’ experience, 2 of which should have been in a managerial role
OR
- Bachelors’ Degree in Procurement, supply Chain Management, project Management, Business Law or Business Administration with at least 8 years’ experience, 2 of which should have been in a managerial role
Key Competencies
Technical Competencies:
- The incumbent must have in-depth knowledge in operational excellence and total quality management
- The role holder must have sound understanding in work process orientation
- The incumbent must have a strong knowledge in carrying out market intelligence activities
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
