1.Branch Manager (Microfinance)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
1. Position: Branch Manager (Microfinance),
Job location: Out of Kigali
Gender: Only Female candidates should apply
Gross salary range: Rwf 240,000 – 270,000. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
- Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Branch Manager:
- Lead survey of the proposed branch and demarcate working area for the groups and Loan Officers.
- Arrange admission of members in groups after initial screening from the survey list of potential borrowers.
- Oversee at least two group meetings per day and reconcile passbooks.
- Prepare a target plan for the branch at the beginning of the year and monitor the operation if it is in accordance with the target plans or not.
- Prepare weekly cash requisitions for loan disbursement and other expenditure.
- Create an enabling environment for all the staffs working in the office. Ensure better and quick service to outside stakeholders.
- Develop staff’s capacity through mentoring, coaching and counselling, so that they can be promoted.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly report required by management. Analyze monthly trend and daily performance reports of the Credit Officer.
- Make sure COs and other MF staff adhere to the code of conduct for Microfinance staff and treat clients respectfully.
- Strive to provide the best quality service to the client and at field and at the brunch office.
- Follow up client’s complaints/concerns/opinions carefully and take appropriate measures and recommend changes.
- Review clients’ poverty profile and geographic targeting to ensure that client targeting is aligned with BRAC’s mission & vision.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English
- Computer skills.
Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Finance, Accounting, or any other related field
Experience: At least two years of experience in any Microfinance/Financial Institution will be an added advantage. Candidates without experiences will not be short-listed and should not apply.
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, an updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.
Application deadline: 27th October, 2021
2.Branch Accounts Officer
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
2. Position: Branch Accounts Officer.
Job location: Out of Kigali
Gender: Only female candidates should apply.
Gross salary range: Rwf 200,000 – 220,000. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Branch Accounts Officer:
- To record the cash of all programs in the daily collection registers and preserve in the file by preparing necessary voucher with sign.
- To prepare the list of expected cash collection and disbursement every morning by discussing with the branch manager and local head of related programs and then withdraw necessary cash from bank.
- Make sure that there is no excess cash in hand or bank and dispatch excess funds to the Country office.
- To ensure all collections made are deposited in the office fund.
- To ensure that the loan is being disbursed to the real loan at the presence of the local supervisor of related program while disbursing loans.
- To reimburse bills after verifying the authenticity of the transaction with the approval of Supervisor of all programs
- To calculate the total of daily collections register and compare it with the cash ledger at the end of the day.
- Recording the daily loan disbursement, collection & savings including all other cash transactions, and report as required by the program authorities.
- Deposit the surplus amount in the bank at the end of each day.
- Complete daily activities in time and maintain files properly.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English
- Computer skills.
Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Experience: Experiences of working as Accountant in any Microfinance/financial Institution will be given preference.
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,
Please note that only short listed candidates will be called for interview.
Application deadline: 27th October 2021
3. Credit Officer (Small Enterprise)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
3. Position: Credit Officer (Small Enterprise)
Job location: Out of Kigali
Gender: Only female candidates should apply.
Gross salary range: Rwf 200,000 – 205,000. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Credit Officer (Small Enterprise):
- Survey business, find out potential entrepreneurs, and assess them properly through physical visit of entrepreneur’s business and residence.
- Prepare necessary documents /papers and complete the file for the loan disbursement,
- Prepare necessary reports, target plan and preserve it,
- Visit borrowers after disbursement, ensure loan collection and make frequent field visit to confirm quality disbursement,
- Always adhere to the Code of Conduct for Microfinance staff and treat clients respectfully.
- Strive to provide the best quality service to the client and at field and at the brunch office.
- Listen to clients’ complaints/concerns/opinions carefully and take appropriate measures.
- Prepare progress report and submit to management.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English
Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Finance, accounting, Marketing, Banking or any other related field.
Experience: At least one year of experience in any Microfinance/financial Institution will be an added advantage.
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,
Please note that only short listed candidates will be called for interview.
Application deadline: 27th October 2021
4. Credit Officer (Microfinance)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from the National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
4. Position: Credit Officer (Microfinance)
Job location: Out of Kigali
Gender: Only female candidates should apply.
Gross salary: Rwf 200,000 – 205,000. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Credit Officer:
- Conduct household surveys using mobile app/Tab based application while opening a new branch. Identify potential clients based on survey results. Form a group and provide orientation for the group members.
- Arrange admission of new members if a group becomes too small. Conduct two to three groups meetings per day.
- Provide financial education to group members as per organizational policy.
- Collect savings and weekly instalments from the small group leaders.
- Credit Officer will fill all loan data such as loan applications, guarantor form, DP Notes etc. in digital system.
- Credit Officer must attend the weekly/bi-weekly/monthly group meetings and should ensure recovery of loan instalments.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
- Strive to provide the best quality service to the client and at field and at the branch office.
- Listen to client’s complaints/concerns/opinions carefully and take appropriate measures.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English
Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Finance, accounting, or any other related field.
Experience: Experience of working in any Microfinance/financial Institution will be given preference
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,
Please note that only short listed candidates will be called for interview.
Application deadline: 27th October, 2021
5. Junior Credit Officer, Microfinance
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from the National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
5. Position: Junior Credit Officer, Microfinance
Job Location: Any District
Gender: Only Female candidates should apply.
Gross salary: Rwf 180,500. Other benefits will be as per organizational Policy.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Junior Credit Officer:
- Conduct household surveys using mobile app/Tab based application while opening a new branch. Identify potential clients based on survey results. Form group and provide orientation for the group members.
- Admission of new members if a group becomes too small. Conduct two to three groups meetings per day.
- Provide financial education to group members as per organizational policy.
- Collect savings and weekly instalments from the small group leaders.
- Credit Officer will fill all loan data such as loan applications, guarantor form, DP Notes etc. in digital system.
- Credit Officer must attend the weekly/bi-weekly/monthly group meetings and should ensure recovery of loan instalments.
- Strive to provide the best quality service to the client and at field and at the branch office.
- Listen to client’s complaints/concerns/opinions carefully and take appropriate measures.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English
Educational Qualifications: Minimum “A” Level from any institution.
If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned positions, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net,
Please note that only short listed candidates will be called for interview.
Application deadline: 27th October 2021.
6. Internal Auditor
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from the National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular positions.
6. Position: Internal Auditor
Job location: BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PCL Country Office
Salary Range: Negotiable
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- To assist Head of Internal Audit to conduct internal audit of BRAC Rwanda Programmes as per Annual Internal Audit Plan, Types of internal audits (not limited to) are:
- Annual Audit
- Departmental Process Audit
- Financial Statements Audit
- Legal and donor compliance Audit
- Continuous Audit
- Special Audit
- Investigation
- Risk Based Audit through field visit to different locations in Rwanda
- Physical Verification of Inventory
- Surprise Audit
- Preparation of summary report on Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ)
- Compliance of the Organization Policy/Procedure.
- Preparation of Audit report and submit to Head of Internal Audit/CEO (as per requirement)
- To face review on Draft Audit Report and working file with Head of Internal Audit
- To compare and finalize Draft Audit Report after review
- To comply with reporting structure and filing properly with adequate evidences.
Knowledge, Skill & Competence
- Proven knowledge of internal auditing standards and procedures, country laws, rules, and regulations
- Self-motivated, determined, and confidence.
- Self-Driven, flexible, resilient, and ability to work under pressure
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
- Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in English is required (speaking, reading, and writing)
- Advanced computer skills on MS Office, Accounting software/ERP
- Familiarity and experience with microfinance is strongly preferred
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
- Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.
Educational Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA/CIA/ACCA (Part Qualified) will be given preference.
Experience: Minimum one year of experience in any reputed Audit Firm or two years of working experiences in internal audit department of any financial institution/ Company.
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational and professional qualification, years of experience, and notarized scan copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net , Application deadline is 27th October 2021.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for written test and interview.
7. Monitoring Officer
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world’s largest, and leading development organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor. Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia, Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment, and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from the National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for competent, dynamic, and self-motivated Rwandans to fill the following regular position.
Position: Monitoring Officer
Gender: Female candidates are encouraged to apply
Job location: Out of Kigali
Gross salary range: As per Salary structure
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Monitoring Officer:
- To carry out branch reviews diligently and in accordance with the timelines in the unit’s action plan ensuring loans are issued to qualifying beneficiaries and loan repayments and savings deposits are properly recorded in their pass books
- Ensure that all loan documents both MF and SEP are properly executed and maintained at branch level;
- Provide effective monitoring feedbacks to BMs, AMs, and ensuring follow-up is done in order to ensure the issues are effectively closed.
- Provide at minimum, monthly compliance reporting status reports to the Monitoring and Compliance Manager or (more frequently as deemed necessary).
- Collaborate with and offer support to the branch network in relation to internal Compliance Issues. Provide necessary coaching to those employees with specific compliance reporting responsibilities
- Carry out or support investigations when possible non-compliance issues occur.
- Performance of any other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
- Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Effective communication skills.
- Writing and reporting skills in English is mandatory
- Computer skills.
Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business administration, Management, or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Experience: Experiences of 2 years minimum working as Monitoring in any Microfinance/financial Institution will be given preference.
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational and professional qualification, years of experience, and notarized scan copies of academic qualifications. All those documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net , Application deadline is 27th October 2021.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for written test and interview.
