Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Manager, IT & System Compliance
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Manager, IT & System Compliance. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!
The Manager, IT & System Compliance will play a critical role in ensuring that RSSB’s information technology systems and processes align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the organization’s mission of enhancing efficiency, security, and reliability in the delivery of social security services.
Reporting to the Head Compliance, the Manager, IT & System Compliance will be responsible for managing and accessing the technology-related compliance issues across the organization; and ensuring compliance with audit obligations and driving continual improvement in the risk and cyber-security posture.
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 realizing 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 2.06 trillion Rwf , which is equivalent to over 15% of the country’s GDP, RSSB invests in key sectors of the economy and plays a crucial role in growing the country’s financial sector. With approximately 12 million members in the above six schemes, encompassing over 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.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop RSSB compliance policies, procedures and strategies abiding by relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards in support of organizational IT activities
- Monitor activities of assigned IT areas through periodic to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, international standards, and best practices
- Work collaboratively with the Legal teams to identify and manage privacy, data protection risks, and compliance requirements to help meet stakeholder expectations
- Make recommendations on improving compliance-related processes and/or procedures as it pertains to the IT department
- Design and execute audit procedures to assess and measure RSSB compliance with its system and security policies and procedures
- Monitor advancements in information privacy laws to ensure organizational adaptation and compliance
- Manage compliance testing and monitoring of current and future regulatory obligations, and other regulatory matters as required and conduct internal system and security risk assessments and compliance audits
- Coordinate the preparation of strategic and business plans for the IT and Systems Compliance function and oversee its overall implementation
- Coordinate Documentation, investigation and reporting of cybersecurity compliance issues and incidents
- Liaise with relevant parties to commission activities related to contingency planning, business continuity management, and IT disaster recovery
- Manage specific key performance indicators and measures against outcomes detailed in the function’s strategic and business plans
- Work with appropriate structures to ensure effective execution of RSSB policies and procedures
- Provide advice and guidance to the Head on emerging issues, risks, and the implementation of changes required on IT and systems policy matters
- Coordinate the preparation and timely submission of periodic and annual reports for the IT and Systems Compliance function
- Manage and evaluate staff under his/her supervision
- Perform any other duties related to the IT and Systems Compliance function as may be assigned from time to time
Key Requirements
The successful candidate must have at least:
- Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber security, Data science, Business Law, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Governance, or any other relevant field preferably with 4 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data science, Law, or any other relevant field preferably with 6 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role
- Professional certification in Information Systems or Cybersecurity as an added advantage
Key competencies
Technical Competencies:
- The role holder must have sound understanding of IT systems and infrastructure and an ability to stay current with the rapidly evolving landscape of business technology;
- The role holder must demonstrate in-depth experience in IT systems and enterprise risk management and compliance;
- The incumbent must have strong knowledge of cybersecurity skills and expertise in business continuity management
- The incumbent must have sound understanding in regulatory guidelines and security policies.
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, 22 August 2024.
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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