Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Manager of Partnerships and Mobilisation
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Manager of Partnerships and Mobilisation. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to developing collaborative initiatives and driving mobilization strategies, this is the opportunity for you!
The Rwanda Social Security Board aspires to forge impactful partnerships, foster innovation and drive positive change through collaborative mobilisation efforts.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a visionary leader who possesses a deep understanding of stakeholder engagement and has a proven track record to mobilise resources and support to serve at the forefront of RSSB’S shared mission to transform the organization, towards driving mutually beneficial relationships that partner together with us to provide soci0-economic well-being, long-term stability and prosperity for Rwandans.
Reporting to the Head of Ejo Heza, the Manager of Partnerships and Mobilisation will be responsible for developing and nurturing strategic partnerships as well as supervising mobilization, registration, and savings to support RSSB’s projects.
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 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
- Manage the development, implementation and reviewing Partnerships & Mobilization policies, strategies and programmes.
- Create, maintain and facilitate effective partnerships
- In collaboration with the local government, identify target groups, receive mobilization requests, develop programs, and submit them to the relevant Ejoheza Officers for review.
- Identify business growth opportunities and make suggestions on tailored mobilisation strategies
- Oversee the mobilization and registration of Ejoheza members.
- Oversee staff management of the function, to make periodical evaluation and to prepare regular performance reports
- Work closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on mobilization of Rwandans living abroad to register and save into the scheme.
- Encourage EjoHeza LTSS cross-sales to their clients such as Banks, Mobile Network Organisations (MNOs), SACCOs, VSLAs, etc
- Make recommendations for improvement in matters affecting operations of the function, to identify gaps and propose training needs.
- Drive district-level coverage expansion efforts in coordination with and driven by EjoHeza Officers at District level in support of District leadership
- Initiate development of business partnerships and develop collaborations with different stakeholders for pension fund mobilization
- Regularly review mobilization and awareness strategies and propose interventions based on the field experience;
- Establish strong partnerships and communication channels with salaried and non-salaried workers
- Perform any other work-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor
Key Requirements
The successful candidate must have at least:
- Master’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Public Administration, Business Management, Business Administration, Law, or any other relevant field with at least 6 years’ relevant experience, 3 of which should have been in supervisory role.
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Public Administration, Business Management, Business Administration, Law, or any other relevant field with at least 8 years’ relevant experience, 3 of which should have been in supervisory role
Key Competencies
Technical Competencies:
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strong Marketing Skills
- Strong Public Speaking Skills
- Benefits analysis and planning
- Benefit calculation
- Cost benefits analysis
- Understanding of the insurance industry
- Metrics and Procedures to define Benefits
- Ability to analyse data and draw inferences
- Project Planning Management
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
Behavioral Competencies:
- Client Service Focus
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Integrity and Confidentiality
- Strong Personality
- Proactive and engaging
- Team Leader
- Result and Data Driven
- Breakthrough Innovation
- Technology Savvy
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
- Leading & empowering others
- Driving and managing change
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 11 January 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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