Faculty, Community Health and Social Medicine

Description 

Job Title: Assistant Professor and above, Community Health and Social Medicine

Reports to: Head Godley-St. Goar department of Community Health and Social Medicine

Location: Butaro, Rwanda

Background

The Department of Community Health and Social Medicine at UGHE is at the forefront of training global health practitioners and clinicians in utilizing advanced community health approaches and social medicine principles. Our primary goal is to foster the creation of a more just society with equitable access to health and wellness. Our department’s training model is designed to immerse learners in real-world scenarios and challenges through direct interactions with communities. We place a strong emphasis on the practical application of social medicine principles, including patient accompaniment and shared mastery, across all our programs.

At the core of our work are the three pillars of Education, Research, and Community Engagement. These pillars are not just foundational but integral to the department’s mission of advancing the understanding and practice of community health and social medicine. Through rigorous education, cutting-edge research, and meaningful community engagement, we strive to make a lasting impact on global healthcare delivery and social justice.

Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system. UGHE is committed to an exceptional educational experience rooted in dynamic and engaging courses prioritizing a high degree of faculty mentorship and Community-Based Education (CBE).

Position overview

The faculty will develop and deliver innovative and high-quality programs, among which the Master of Science in Global Health delivery (MGHD) with a focus on Community Health and Social Medicine. She/he will support curriculum review and update for Community Based Education of medical students at UGHE, teach in the global CBE program, community engagement, and research.

The faculty will be required to collaborate with all departments at the university, as well as external partners such as the ministry of health, local leadership, and other organizations to develop creative learning platforms for learners. The suitable candidate has a strong background in community health, social medicine, education, and research. The ideal candidate should possess the capacity to use her/his expertise to develop curricula and use innovative pedagogy for diverse groups of learners.

Responsibilities

Teaching (60%)

• Be the program lead for the MGHD-Community Health and Social Medicine track at UGHE.
• Prepare curricula, syllabus, course outlines, and course content in Community Health and Social Medicine for students at the University of Global Health Equity’s MGHD-Community health and Social Medicine track.
• Develop and deliver Community Health and Social medicine courses to MBBS, MGHD, UGHE staff and UGHE partners including international students and the community.
• Develop strategies and metrics to evaluate social medicine competencies for students.
• Participate in the development and delivery of Community Health and Social Medicine courses at UGHE.
• Participate in Community Based Education course development and delivery for MBBS students.
• Participate in the Global Community Based Education(G-CBE) course development and delivery for international students.
• Contextualize and adapt teaching content in line with the MGHD- Community Health and Social Medicine program.
• Identify and engage potential learning sites/organisations for students.
• Serve as course instructor in other modules of MGHD and MBBS as either in the lead or supporting role where skills and expertise apply. Courses may include Humanities and Social Sciences, Leadership and Management, Qualitative Research, Practicum, Fellowships, and Executive Education courses.
• Utilize dynamic and outcome-driven teaching practices (including team-based and problem-based learning approaches) to develop students’ critical thinking abilities and technical expertise.
• Oversee the ongoing design, instruction, coordination, and evaluation of the MGHD-Community Health and Social Medicine course.
• Contribute to the evaluation of students in a timely and comprehensive manner, consistent with UGHE monitoring and evaluation protocol and course assessment criteria.
  
  
  

Supervising and mentoring (15%)

• Supervising, mentoring MBBS, MGHD and UGHE partner student research projects as part of their education program’s requirements.
• Supervise and mentor the department’s junior faculty.
• Provide educational support to students, through office hours, feedback, and response to inquiries.
• Mentor and advise students on their professional and educational growth.
• Mentor junior faculty and provide guidance on their professional development in research, leadership and other relevant aspects of their career.

Admissions (5%)

• Support and participate in student admission and selection process.

Community Engagement (10%)

• Develop community engagement projects within Butaro and other sectors of reach.
• Participate in improving and expanding already existing community engagement initiatives.
• Mobilize funding to implement new community engagement projects and initiatives at UGHE.

Conduct and accompany research and advocacy projects (5%)

• Undertake rigorous research activities leading to peer-reviewed publications focused on global health delivery and equity.
• Participate in advocacy initiatives aimed at advancing equitable access to healthcare, advocating for policies and practices that promote social justice and inclusivity in health services.
• Conduct research that upholds the core values of community health and social medicine, focusing on initiatives that empower vulnerable communities, address social determinants of health, and promote health equity.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students and alumni involved in global health research projects.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovative research ideas and supports the development of research skills among learners.
  
  
  

Organizational development (5%)

• Participate in different academic and non-academic committees at UGHE.
• Be willing to take academic, non-academic committee and ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned by the UGHE leadership.
• Oversee the continuous monitoring, evaluation, and quality improvement for all aspects of the MGHD-Community Health and Social Medicine track in partnership with the MGHD team.
• Participate in continuous monitoring, evaluation, and quality improvement for all aspects of the department’s teaching.
• Provide input in the strategy and direction for Global Health Education at UGHE.
• Serve as a leader for UGHE academic development including global health learning, teaching, and research.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PHD or equivalent) in any of these areas: Community Health, Social Medicine, Public Health, Global Health, or any other comparable areas of study
• Substantial experience in Health Professionals Education. This includes curriculum development, assessment, education program management and review, teaching, supervising and mentoring graduate students, particularly PhD candidates, in both academic and research settings.
• Experience in implementation of Community Health and Social Medicine implementation, research, and advocacy projects.
• Expertise in research, particularly community-based research methodologies, qualitative and quantitative research methods, and data analysis techniques.
• Advanced training in Health Professionals’ education and research.
• A strong record of scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and presentations at academic conferences
• Experience in curriculum development and education program evaluation.
• Knowledge of accreditation processes related to graduate education is desirable but not essential
• Has demonstrable strong interest in Community Health and Social Medicine education and practice.
• Has skills and enthusiasm to work with an academic team to develop and employ diverse pedagogical strategies including community-oriented methodologies.
• Experience in implementing health care programs in resource limited settings, and equity driven programs is desirable.
• Experience working in Rwanda or other similar global health implementation environments is an advantage to the role.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to relocate to Butaro, Rwanda
  
  
  

Benefits of Working at UGHE

UGHE faculty will be working at both Kigali city and at our campus in Butaro, Northern Rwanda. The campus is in a scenic area with mild climate year-round. UGHE also offers a competitive salary and health care benefits. Faculty moving to UGHE from outside of Rwanda for this position will receive a relocation allotment and an annual stipend for travel to their home countries for themselves.

To apply

Applicants should provide: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) graduate transcripts, (3) a list of relevant courses taught including the student profile, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations, (4) a personal statement addressing teaching philosophy and experience working with diverse student populations, (5) at least one example of representative scholarship, e.g. a peer-reviewed article. Please upload these under the ‘Additional Files’ tab on the application page before May 3rd 2024.

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. The UGHE Center for Equity in Global Surgery (CEGS) is focused on contributing solutions to the imbalance in surgical access through five key pillars- Fellowship, Education and Training, Global Convenings, Research and Innovation, and Policy and Advocacy. In partnership with several global surgery organizations, the Center provides support for both undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development in the surgical sciences, clinical and community-based research across sub-Saharan Africa, and support for regional surgical, obstetrics, and anesthesia plans.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Rwanda CLA Activity

Scope of Work

Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor (RE-ADVERTISED)

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Time type: Full time

THE POSITION

ME&A Inc. is seeking to hire a Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor to join the team implementing the Collaborating, Learning and Adapting Activity, a USAID/Rwanda funded activity. The activity started in December 2021 with a life span of five years to December 2026, contingent on funding from the donor. The activity aims to provide monitoring, evaluation and learning services to USAID/Rwanda through the implementation of activities requested by the donor. The assignment involves managing local contractors as well as providing self generated technical products addressing the needs of USAID/Rwanda.

THE COMPANY

ME&A is a small women owned business based in the United States of America. It has been contracted to implement the five year Collaborating, Learning and Adapting Activity on behalf of USAID Rwanda. ME&A, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior MEL Advisor:

• Is responsible for all MEL technical advice and support services to successfully complete activity objectives.
• Will support the Chief of Party (COP) to promote coordination, collaboration, continuous learning, and adaptive management across all Mission development objectives, projects, and implementing partner (IP) activities.
• Will provide mentoring and coaching to locally hired MEL specialists so that they progressively assume greater responsibilities.
• Is responsible for reviewing all relevant documentation, producing a collaborative work plan, planning and oversight of data collection efforts, and ensuring the timeliness and quality of deliverables.
• Will work with Mission staff to define scopes of work for research and evaluation assignments, including defining a concise set of appropriate research questions.
• Will develop initial study and evaluation plans, including identifying the type and number of short-term experts required to staff them.
• Will recruit, interview, and onboard short-term experts for study and evaluation teams
• Will oversee the development of detailed research and evaluation plans, including the creation of data collection instruments.
• Will contribute to the process of hiring external data collection/survey firms if necessary, such as by developing scopes of work and reviewing bids.
• Supervise research/evaluation teams during fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing.
• Review draft reports, provide comments, and ensure final reports are of the highest quality.
• Build the capacity of sub-awardees and contractors to collect and use MEL data.
• Develop USAID’s capacity to utilize MEL data in program design and their decision-making process.
• In collaboration with the COP and CLA Advisor, assume a leadership role in identifying critical knowledge gaps and needs related to key strategic risks and assumptions.
• The Senior MEL Advisor reports directly to the COP.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in a relevant field of study such in development evaluation, economics, statistics, demography, international development, or other social science fields. At least seven years of progressive professional experience with USAID’s program cycle.
• Strong monitoring, evaluation, and learning experience.
• Extensive experience in hands-on/technical – data analysis including modeling, experience in survey/evaluations design, conduct, and management, including the development of monitoring systems.
• Proven ability to gather and analyze data and to prepare concise and well-written reports/presentations for different audiences – technical, management, and other stakeholders.
• Experience in designing systems for cleaning, analyzing, reporting, and archiving data to facilitate evidence-based organizational learning.
• Experience with data visualization tools, techniques, and methods preferred.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and good knowledge of at least one statistical package (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata, SAS) preferred.
• Rwandese Nationality.
• Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS DEADLINE 

The deadline for Application is 17th April 2024 at 05:00 Pm. 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit one page Cover letter, updated CV and names, title, and contacts of three professional referees, to include most current employer (All should be in one document) via email to: clarwanda@engl.com with the position applied for clearly indicated in the subject line.

The applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Opportunity – Driver

IGCP is a coalition of three international conservation organizations: Conservation International (CI), Fauna & Flora (FF), and World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). IGCP’s mission is to Secure the Future for Mountain Gorillas (Gorillaberingei beringei). The programme operates in the three countries that share the habitat of the mountain gorilla – Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda and Uganda – and works in partnership with the Protected Area Authorities of the three countries (Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature, ICCN, in DRC; Rwanda Development Board, RDB, in Rwanda; and Uganda Wildlife Authority, UWA, in Uganda) and the Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration (GVTC), the umbrella mechanism for transboundary collaboration. IGCP also maintains many partnerships with civil society organizations, community-based organizations, research institutions, private sector and local government.

IGCP seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated and experienced person for the position of Driver to provide logistical support to IGCP’s operations, and to ensure proper maintenance and safety of vehicle operations.

Position title: Driver

Reporting to: Assistant Finance and Administration Officer

Work station: Musanze District, Rwanda

Grade: A1

Start date: As soon as possible

Duration: One (1) year with possibility of extension

Probation Period: Three (3) months

Major Responsibilities

The Driver performs all functions related to operations of IGCP vehicles and provides logistical support to both Programme and Finance & Administration staff based in Musanze and Kigali.

Specific Duties

1. Maintenance of vehicles and driving

• Scheduling and facilitating routine maintenance and repair as needed of all IGCP vehicles.
• Ensuring that all IGCP vehicles in Musanze and Kigali have up-to-date paperwork to ensure lawful vehicle operations.
• Fueling vehicles.
• Driving IGCP staff and partners to and from field sites for official IGCP business.

2. Logistics

• Assist with procurement and purchasing for programme and administrative activities as per IGCP policies.
• Assist with the transfer of paperwork, etc., between IGCP offices.
• Assist with the distribution of materials, equipment, etc., as needed for field programme activities.
• Assist with payments and financial distributions at field sites for programme activities.

3. Administrative

• Ensures that all IGCP vehicles have IGCP mileage log sheets and budget codes, and that mileage is recorded upon return to the office.
• Collect and assist the Finance and Administrative Officers in charging mileage on a routine basis according to IGCP operations protocols.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be a Rwandan citizen.
• Have completed at least high (secondary) school.
• Hold a valid driving license Category B, with clean driving record.
• Minimum of five (5) years professional driving experience for International Non-Governmental Organizations, with references.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in vehicle maintenance and minor repair.
• Defensive driving skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English and/or French.
• Commitment to ethical standards, social safeguards, transparency, and good governance.
• Adherence to IGCP’s core values: Respect for diversity, Teamwork, Integrity, Initiative, and Dedication.
  
  
  

How to Apply

Should you wish to apply for this position, please send your current CV with at least three referees, motivation letter, copy of driving license and education certificate to recruitment@igcp.org copy jhirwa@igcp.org and wmakambo@igcp.org. All applicants must use the provided emails, hand delivered applications will not be accepted. The closing date for submission of applications is April 10, 2024, at 5:00PM East Africa Time (EAT).

IGCP is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”.

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JOB VACANCY

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 12th April 2024

DUTY STATION Kigali, Rwanda

START DATE As soon as possible

ANNOUNCEMENT DATE 27^th March 2024

POST TITLE: Programme Manager (PM).

Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) is an international NGO, founded in Norway as the labour movement’s humanitarian solidarity organization. NPA’s goal is centered on human worth and equal rights for all and strives globally to promote the values of solidarity, unity, equality, human rights, and democracy.

Norwegian People’s Aid in Rwanda supports civil society organisations and citizens to participate in and impact the formulation and implementation of national and local policymaking, planning and governance. While strengthening their internal management systems including financial, and monitoring systems and their advocacy and research capacities, NPA civil society partners support citizens to raise and express their opinions and interests with decision-makers, to seek accountability and to advocate that local government planning and decision-making is influenced by those citizen concerns. The same partners also support citizens’ access to justice and reporting of corruption. Civil society partners work at the national level too to use research, media engagement and advocacy to influence debates and generate dialogue between citizens, CSOs and decision-makers.

Vacancy

NPA is currently seeking a Programme Manager (PM). The Programme Manager (PM) is responsible for Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) activities and projects including but not limited to civic space, media, human rights, CSO strengthening, citizen participation, etc., implemented with the support of EU, Belgian Government and other development partners. The PM is formally responsible for and reports to, the Country Director for NPA Rwanda.

The position is based in Kigali with travel to other areas as required.

Summary of the Position:

Management:

• Be part of the senior management team for NPA Rwanda, contributing to the overall strategic development of the NPA Rwanda programme.
• Support the CD and management team with relevant context and political analysis, in particular in the sectors in which the programme is active.
• Contribute to the overall internal controls of NPA Rwanda and ensure the programme adheres to the NPA Anti-Corruption Policy, and secure timely and correct reporting of incidents of mismanagement and corruption.
  
  
  

Policy and relevance:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Country Programme Strategy.
• Ensure that the country programme strategy is implemented in line with the NPA global programme strategy, with a focus on relevance, quality, cost efficiency and impact.
• Liaise with donors, UN agencies, national and international organisations and government bodies relevant to the programme, in coordination with the CD and other colleagues.

Programme and thematic responsibility:

• Lead the planning and implementation of project activities and set high-quality performance targets ensuring NPA and partner adherence to technical standards, best practices, NPA strategic objectives and donor guidelines.
• Contribute to the programme strategic reflection and learning and adaptation to learning, in collaboration with the Country Director.
• Establish, develop and strengthen a framework of partnership with civil society organisations in line with NPA strategic objectives.
• Ensure adequate procedures for partner relations management, project management and follow-up, and integration of financial management, in line with the NPA Partner Financial Assessment Tool
• Regularly assess the partnerships and partners in the Programme in order to ensure transparency and compliance with NPA’s Partnership Policy, Partnership Agreement as well as NPA’s strategic objectives.
• Ensure necessary capacity building of partners and oversee and guide the coordination of technical and financial assistance to partner organisations.
• Coordination of the design, planning, facilitation, monitoring, implementation and reporting of partner cooperation and projects.
• Ensure a high standard of project monitoring, evaluation and learning and ensure MEAL is used as a basis for programme planning and decision making, as well as for compilation of reports as required. Ensure the systematic recording and archiving of all essential documents.
• Identify, assess and approve proposals from existing or potential partners and ensure proposal quality and feasibility of the proposed projects.
  
  
  

Financial Responsibilities:

• Overall budget and grant responsibility for the projects under direct responsibility, in compliance with NPA’s Financial Handbook and donor requirements.
• Support the CD and Finance Manager in ensuring that financial and administrative procedures support programme activities in line with NPA Rwanda and HO guidelines.
• Support the CD and Finance Manager to ensure that findings in audit reports are implemented and lessons learned are incorporated into future programmatic activities.
• Facilitate good coordination between the Programme and Finance Teams to ensure correct financial procedures are communicated and followed by partners.
  
  
  

Personnel/Human Resources:

• Responsible for co-management of the programme personnel, coordination, and best use of programme resources with other colleagues.
• Support identification of programme recruitment needs and standards and participate in recruitment processes.
• Ensure adequate capacity building of employees in the programme department.

More details are available in the attached Job Description.

Interested candidates should apply; with a letter detailing why they are interested in the position and an updated CV including the contact telephone number, education qualifications and contact details of three professional references,

Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) Rwanda

By email to: nparwanda@npaid.org

NB:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

By applying, the job applicant confirms that they have no objection to Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) requesting the information specified above. 

*Disclaimer: Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment. 

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Job Description

Title: Program Driver

Reports to: Senior HR and Admin Coordinator

Location: Rusizi

Travel: to location of program activities

Grade: 2

I. TechnoServe Background:

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a non-profit organisation that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

II. Program Description:

TechnoServe is working with a major bilateral donor to design and implement a multi-year program that aims to break the cycle of vulnerability, poverty, and gender inequality in some of Rwanda’s poorest and environmentally fragile districts in the Western and Southern Provinces. The program will use a market systems approach to catalyse systemic changes that result in sustainable, increased incomes for tens of thousands of poor people, particularly women, living in Western and South-western Rwanda. ReGenerate Rwanda will apply an environmentally sustainable/regenerative business lens to reduce economic, environmental, and social barriers that keep poor women, youth, and men trapped in poverty and unlock opportunities for their full engagement in and benefit from economic opportunities.

III. Position Description:

The Driver will provide administrative and logistical support to the program. Under the direct supervision of the Senior HR & Admin Coordinator, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

IV. Key Roles and Responsibility:

1. Driving Support

• Drives officials and authorised TechnoServe staff to and from various destinations in and around Western and Southern Region of Rwanda.
• Responsible for undertaking extensive field travel in work and others as duty may require, ensuring safety of passengers on board.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always safely parked, is only used for TechnoServe duties, and ready for any duty assigned
• Record mileage of all journeys daily and in the monthly report
• Adheres to the rules and regulations of the Rwanda Highway Code and takes prompt action in the event of an accident.
• Collects and delivers documents as required
  
  
  

2. Vehicle Maintenance

• Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle including cleanliness, checks on fuel, water, battery, brakes, engine oil, etc. and inform the supervisor of any defects to the vehicle.
• Records all trip-details in the vehicle movement log sheet, fuel consumption, defects noted, tire condition, vehicle tools and other particulars, report when vehicle is due for scheduled service, etc.
• Ensure that assigned vehicle(s) are completely equipped with a first aid kit, spare tire, working flashlight and batteries, vehicle jack, wheel brace and a tool kit (spanner, wrench, tyre removers, patch kit, etc.).
• Checking validity of statutory legal documents in the car and ensure that the relevant documents such as insurance are valid.
  
  
  

3. Health and Safety

• Adhering to all traffic rules when driving.
• Ensuring any accident involving TNS vehicle is immediately reported to the supervisor
• Carrying out daily health and safety checks by ensuring that the vehicle has safety belts, fire extinguishers and first aid box which are in proper working conditions.

4. Administrative duties

• Assist in the administration of program resources and arrange for the repair and maintenance of office equipment as directed.
• Support the administration of office sundries and program stationary.
• Supporting the collation of quotations and bids from suppliers, supporting the preparation of the required documentation of supplies, receiving, coordinating and distribution of goods movement.
• Support M&E and Training and Capacity team in routine data collection and data entry for various program interventions implemented in the field
  
  
  

5. Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

V. Minimum Skills and Experience required

• A3 level Diploma (secondary school)
• Driving Licence Class B
• Valid Driving License free from endorsement
• Basic driving and mechanics certificates
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Police Department indicating non-criminal record
• Minimum of 5 years continuous driving experience
• The ability and willingness to travel nationally, sometimes to remote locations
• Good communication skills in Kinyarwanda and English.
• Flexible, reliable, adaptable, responsible and team oriented.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
• Experience working with staff from diverse backgrounds
• Relevant working experience in a similar position within either public organization, a government project or a highly recognized private organization (preferred).
  
  
  

VI. Core Competencies

• Integrity and honesty
• Teamwork / Relationships
• Learning attitude
• Communication
• Planning and Time Management

Technical Competencies

• Internal Client Focus
• Innovative Mindset
• Compliance and Governance

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Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Officer, Supply Chain Management

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Officer, Supply Chain Management . If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation within the supply chain function that are aligned to the overall strategic objectives of RSSB. Working closely with the Manager, Supply Chain Management, this role will ensure that supply chain principles are upheld and there is transparency and accountability in the supply chain processes.

Reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain Management, the Senior Officer, Supply Chain Management  will  ensure effective planning and implementation of Procurement Plan

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in the development of procurement strategy, policies, and procedures
2. Coordinate the preparation of Procurement Plan
3. Identify gaps in the rules and regulations governing RSSB’s Procurement and propose possible changes
4. Facilitate the user departments in the process of identifying Procurement needs
5. Assist Manager supply chain in monitoring supplier performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met
6. Coordinate the activities related to the tendering process
7. Assist the supply chain and the contract manager in monitoring the execution of procurement contracts
8. Identify potential risks in Procurement processes and propose mitigation strategies
9. Coordinate all activities related to procurement budget promoting the culture of costs cutting
10. Ensure timely submission of periodic reports
11. Collaborate with the internal tender committees and ensure Procurement activities are well managed
12. Perform any other duties related to the supply chain management as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Bachelor’s’ Degree in Procurement, Supply chain Management, Business administration, Degree in Law, Economics or any other relevant field with at least 4 years relevant experience

OR

• Relevant professional qualification/ certification would be an added advantage

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Knowledge in Procurement processes and procedures
2. Knowledge of risk management
3. Knowledge of laws and regulations governing Procurement
4. Knowledge of planning and budgeting
5. Operational excellence
6. Total quality management
7. Strategy expertise
8. Understanding market trends

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
2. Client Service focus
3. Results and data Driven
4. Managing Resources
5. Project Planning Management
6. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
7. Leading & empowering others

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Officer, Compensation & Benefits (Payroll)

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join us as the Senior Officer, Compensation & Benefits (Payroll). If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a major transformation. You will be required to navigate an increasingly competitive labor market; therefore with knowledge on employee relations and the right negotiation skills, you will be required to drive strategic initiatives to ensure that RSSB retains the best talent. From designing incentive programs to ensuring employee satisfaction and loyalty, to making sure that compensation and benefits packages are in line with industry standards and legal compliance, the Senior Officer of Compensation and Benefits is a strategic job role with a wide array of responsibilities.

Reporting to the Manager, Compensation and Benefits, the Senior Officer, Compensation & Benefits (Payroll) will be responsible for management of payroll and other related staff benefits.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the development, implementation, and administration of staff benefits and compensation
2. Oversee the preparation of staff payroll and verify its accuracy
3. Ensure timely disbursement of salaries or other employee benefits
4. Assist in the development, enhancement, and implementation of salary surveys and other benchmarking exercises
5. Ensure payroll records are accurately maintained and regularly updated in line with data protection
6. Maintain absolute discretion and maturity in handling payroll sensitive/confidential data
7. Participate in payroll and benefits processing, ensuring that transactions are delivered to deadline and in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures
8. Participate in the development and implementation of compensation and benefits related policies and procedures and review payroll reports for accuracy and adjusts as necessary
9. Provide advice and guidance to human capital department on the application of benefits and interpretation of applicable policies and procedures
10. Coordinate the preparation of declarations for TPR, Pension, Medical, Maternity and CBHI contributions for RSSB employees
11. Verify final accounts of departing staff and provide related reports
12. Prepare of salary and employment certificates and ensure their timely approval
13. Coordinate payroll adjustments in collaboration with the Finance function
14. Conduct review of job classifications and gradings and provide recommendations to his/her supervisor

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Management, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years relevant experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Management, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years relevant experience
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Payroll management
2. Performance management
3. Talent management
4. Knowledge of HR technology
5. Career Development and Coaching
6. Business Needs Analysis
7. Employee Engagement and Retention Management

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Result and Data Driven
4. Leading and empowering others
5. Team management
6. Proactive and engaging
7. Technology Savvy

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Officer, Business Risk 

Are you passionate about business risk controls and governance? Do you possess a strong understanding of risk assessments and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Risk Management team as a Senior Officer, Business Risk.

As a Senior Officer, Business Risk, you will play a pivotal role in realising our aspirations by assessing business risks and ensuring that RSSB core business maintain effective risk controls and risk governance mechanisms.. Your contribution will directly impact the business risk appetite and security of our members, stakeholders and the Rwanda citizens at large.

Reporting to the Manager, Business Risk , the Senior Officer, Business Risk will be responsible for  analysing and appraising business risks. Your responsibilities will include assisting various RSSB functions in reviewing business risk management policy documents, conducting business risk assessment surveys, proposing risk mitigations and monitoring business risk exposures and much more.

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 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

1. Prepare and review the institution’s business risk management policy documents and ensure their implementation.
2. Conduct business risk assessment surveys, propose risk mitigation and follow-up plan mechanisms.
3. Implement business risk appetite and different business tolerance levels.
4. Monitor business risk exposures, concentrations and limits to ensure risk levels stay within business risk appetite.
5. Prepare business risk controls and governance mechanisms.
6. Maintain updated business risk register and ensure periodic reporting.
7. Participate in preparation and implementation of RSSB projects to ensure related business risks are mitigated for the success of the projects.
8. Provide independent oversight of risk-taking activities.
9. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of the business activities that give rise to business risk.
10. Understand trends and themes for business risks and raise concerns to leadership necessary to support the oversight.
11. Identify key business risks to be reported and escalated including instances of noncompliance with policies.
12. Identify, track, weight, assess and report on institutional business key risk indicators.
13. Prepare business risk management and risk awareness processes documents.
14. Draft business continuity plans to limit risks and ensure regular monitoring/tracking.
15. Identify training needs and prepare business risk management training documents.

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Actuarial Science, Insurance, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years relevant experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Actuarial Science, Insurance, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years relevant experience
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong Risk Management Skills
2. Strong Business continuity management skills
3. Strong understanding of pension and insurance industry
4. Enterprise risk management
5. Risk Management Assurance
6. Financial Risk Management
7. Social Security legislation
8. Project Management
9. Investment portfolio management
   
   
   

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Integrity and confidentiality
4. Strong Personality
5. Proactive and Engaging
6. Detail oriented

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Officer, Asset Management & Logistics

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking individual to join us as the Senior Officer, Asset Management & Logistics. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in a major transformation that will drive strategic initiatives and to work closely with the RSSB Team. You will have an active role in planning and executing supply chain initiatives, warehousing and distribution, leading and managing diverse groups of personnel in the logistics arena, managing information and overseeing contracts for logistics and asset acquisition, as well as establishing and maintaining relationships and networks that enable effective support.

Reporting to the Manager of Asset Management & Logistics, the Senior Officer, Asset Management & Logistics will be responsible for performing all activities regarding asset management and logistics.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in all activities related to asset acquisition planning and budgeting for all matters related to assets and logistics
2. Review processes of logistics and administration procurement plan meant for acquisition of new assets
3. Liaise with the user departments in the process of conducting needs assessments for required equipment
4. Collaborate with the Contract Manager in the process of reviewing contracts for goods and services initiated under Administration function
5. Manage RSSB fixed asset register in accordance with International Accounting Standard (IAS 16) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs)
6. Prepare and update the Asset Management Policy and carry out the RSSB asset inventory
7. Update and evaluate metrics to assess performance and implement enhancements.
8. Identify, assess, and perform risk management and develop mitigation strategy
9. Supervise reconciliation processes of fixed asset register and ledger account
10. Perform any other duties relevant to Asset Management and Logistics as may be assigned from time to time
11. Prepare and update the Asset Management Policy and carry out the RSSB asset inventory
12. Prepare and disseminate needs assessment of office furniture & equipment, control and follow up the insurance and protection of all assets and properties.
13. Participate in public auction exercise of RSSB assets and properties and make regular reconciliation of Asset Register and Asset Ledger Accounts
14. Oversee distribution of Office furniture and equipment and making regular control of its utilization
15. Carry annual revaluation with valuation committee of all RSSB assets (Investment and Administrative properties) as required by IAS 26
16. Develop, prepare, coordinate, and monitor overall logistic support plans including logistics forecasting, priorities or requirements, and resolution of urgent operational needs.

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s’ Degree in Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or any other relevant field with at least 2 years relevant experience

OR

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years relevant experience
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong Asset Management knowledge
2. Strong knowledge of laws and regulations governing acquisition and disposal of assets
3. Strong knowledge in resource management
4. Decision making
5. Business acumen
6. Operational excellence
7. Total quality management
8. Ability to analyze data and draw inferences

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Results and data driven
4. Project Planning Management
5. Strategic Thinking
6. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
7. Leading & empowering others
8. 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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB)  Senior Accountant, Treasury

Are you passionate about financial management and ensuring the efficient use of resources? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of treasury operations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Finance team as a Senior Accountant, Treasury.

As a Senior Accountant, Treasury you will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise and insights towards the financial stability and success of RSSB. Your role is crucial in maintaining transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in treasury operations, ultimately supporting the overarching goals of RSSB in securing the financial well-being of Rwandan citizens.

Reporting to the Manager, Budgeting & Treasury, the Senior Accountant, Treasury will monitor cash flows, manage expenditures, and ensure compliance with relevant laws, policies, and regulations. You will provide regular updates on treasury operations, assist in the preparation of reports, and support in various financial activities as directed by the Manager.

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

1. Monitor cash in and out flows.
2. Coordinate timely payment of all expenses in compliance with relevant laws, policies, and regulations.
3. Coordinate the preparation and submit to the Manager Budget and Treasury periodic treasury reports.
4. Make a follow up of daily situation of current accounts and fixed income securities in collaboration with Investment Coordinate petty cash management across the institution and ensure the accuracy of the account records.
5. Prepare and organize surprise petty cash verification in branches.
6. Ensure that all payment vouchers are properly filed.
7. Assist Manager Budget and Treasury in verification of supporting documents and preparation of payments.
8. Ensure that all payment/expenses are justified, and related supporting documents are well filed.
9. Monitor all payments and expenses and ensure that they are recorded in the system on daily basis.
10. Prepare and declare all taxes and other legal deductions in line with Rwandan tax law and other relevant laws.
11. Perform any other duties related to the Treasury function as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration with specialisation in Finance or Accounting, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years’ experience.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years’ experience.
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong Budget and Treasury Management Skills
2. Financial Reporting Skills
3. Strong Accounting Skills
4. Social Security Framework
5. Strong Knowledge of Financial Sector Development
6. Regulatory Framework
7. Strong Knowledge of Taxation system
8. Financial Modelling
9. Healthcare Financing
10. Planning and Budgeting
11. Quantitative Analysis
12. Managing Resources
13. Project Planning Management

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Client Service Focus
2. Detail oriented
3. Proactive and engaging
4. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
5. Result and Data Driven
6. Breakthrough Innovation
7. Strategic Thinking

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

At Rwanda Social Security Board we’re dedicated to shaping a secure future for all. Our commitment extends beyond mere investments; we craft strategic financial solutions that bolster the nation’s prosperity.

This role offers a unique opportunity to spearhead a team focused on navigating the intricate landscape of structured financial instruments. Your expertise will be pivotal in analysing, strategising, and implementing innovative investment solutions that maximize returns while mitigating risk. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the financial trajectory of Rwanda’s positively.

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting and Analysis, this role will be responsible for coordinating the financial reporting process of RSSB and providing support to the Manager, Financial Reporting and Analysis.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Review financial reports and accounts and ensure that they are submitted in a timely manner, are accurate, and are compliant to organization’s policies and country specific regulatory requirements
2. Review both management accounts and annual financial statements for compliance, completeness, and consistency
3. Design and document reporting policies and procedures that comply with the relevant International Financial Reporting Standards and follow up to ensure implementation and adherence
4. Identify training needs to ensure high quality reporting, adherence to internal controls and anticipation and management of risks
5. Respond to financial inquiries by management and other relevant stakeholders by gathering, analysing, summarizing, and interpreting data
6. Provide financial advice by studying operational issues, applying financial principles and practices, and developing recommendations
7. Liaise with the auditors on Finance related matters
8. Follow up and ensure that all Finance related audit queries are resolved, and recommendations are implemented
9. Update job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted practices
10. Perform any other duties related to Financial Reporting and Analysis function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years’ experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years’ experience
• CPA, ACCA or equivalent is an added advantage
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong Financial Reporting Skills
2. Strong Accounting Skills
3. Social Security Framework
4. Strong Knowledge of Financial Sector Development
5. Financial Engineering
6. Financial Modeling
7. Planning and Budgeting
8. Quantitative Analysis
9. Managing Resources
10. Project Planning Management

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Detail oriented
3. Proactive and engaging
4. Integrity and Confidentiality
5. Strong Personality
6. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
7. Result and Data Driven
8. Breakthrough Innovation
9. Technology Savvy

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for  more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Accountant, Budget

Are you passionate about financial management and budgeting? Do you possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Finance team as a Senior Accountant, Budget.

As a Senior Accountant, Budgeting, you will play a pivotal role in realizing our aspirations by assisting in the coordination of all activities related to institutional budgeting. Your contributions will directly impact the financial stability and security of our members, stakeholders and the Rwandan citizens at large.

Reporting to the Manager Budget and Treasury, the Senior Accountant, Budget will be responsible for coordinating all activities related to institutional budgeting. Your responsibilities will include assisting various RSSB functions in budget preparation, reviewing and submitting consolidated budgets, verifying invoices, recording expenditures, managing advances, and much more.

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

1. Assist different RSSB functions in preparation of their respective budgets.
2. Review and submit to the Manager Budget and Treasury the institutional consolidated budget.
3. Verify suppliers’ invoices and make all records regarding institutional expenditures.
4. Record advances in the form of internal cash requisitions and justifications there on
5. Prepare and timely record adjustment entries.
6. Collect, edit, and compile data for budget preparation and budget revision.
7. Coordinate the recording activity of the approved budget in the software.
8. Ensure daily budget execution follow-up through committed expenditures on all budget lines.
9. Coordinate the preparation of periodic and annual RSSB consolidated budget execution reports.
10. Reconcile contractors’ accounts.
11. Verify and process investment expenditure requests.
12. Manage and evaluate the performance of the Accountants Budgeting
13. Perform any other duties related to the Budgeting function as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration with specialisation in Finance or Accounting, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years’ experience.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years’ experience.

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Financial Reporting Skills
2. Strong Accounting Skills
3. Social Security Framework
4. Strong Knowledge of Financial Sector Development
5. Regulatory Framework
6. Financial Engineering
7. Financial Modelling
8. Healthcare Financing
9. Planning and Budgeting
10. Project Planning Management
11. Knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Detail oriented
3. Proactive and engaging
4. Integrity and Confidentiality
5. Strong Personality
6. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
7. Result and Data Driven
8. Breakthrough Innovation
9. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making

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 Tuesday 2 April 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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Job Summary

Lead teams of insurance sales agents towards meeting or exceeding their sales goals. Passionate about educating themselves and their team members on business strategies in a manner that ensures achievement of set business targets

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Sell and promote the Company’s General Insurance products to potential and existing clients.
• Seek leads and develop clientele through networking so as to find new and potential customers
• Contact potential clients and making presentations to prospective clients.
• Present proposals and requests for insurance to the Company’s underwriters for quotations and promptly communicate the terms to the clients
• Follow up on quotations to close business and obtain feedback from clients
• Ensure that policy requirements are fulfilled, including any necessary medical examinations and the completion of appropriate forms
• Submit duly completed proposal forms to the Company and obtain confirmation binding cover
• Deliver insurance documents such as policy documents, motor certificates, endorsements to the client and explain the policy terms and conditions.
• Maintain regular contact with the clients to nurture the relationship between the Company and our customers
• Follow up policy renewals to retain the business
• Report clients claims to the Company and follow up on claims documentation from the client
• Follow up the claim with the Company and provide information to the client regarding the claim and ensure that the claim is settled expeditiously.
• Forward customer queries and complaints to the Company and ensure the same are addressed.
• Identify customer needs and present them to the Company.
• Obtain information on activities in the market and advise the Company on business opportunities and threats.
• Maintain a record of all business acquired and prospective clients.
  
  
  

Qualifications and experience

• University degree in Marketing or related field
• Sales and Marketing Qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience

Skills and competencies

• Good communication and negotiating skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Thorough understanding of policy covers/wordings and their interpretation as pertaining to claims

Please visit our careers page through: https://oldmutual.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Old_Mutual_Careers/details/DSF–Direct-Sales-Force–Manager_JR-52780?q=kigali

Interested candidate are requested to submit their applications by 5.00 p.m. 07^th April 2024.

Applicants must possess or be in the process of applying for a POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE as at the time of making an application.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Old Mutual Limited (OML) is a Pan-African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 13 African countries and boasts a rich heritage of 175 years. The primary listing of Old Mutual Limited, which comprises the East Africa business – UAP Old Mutual Group, on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange is a milestone the business attained in June 2018, with Secondary listings in Zimbabwe, Namibia & Malawi.

The UAP Old Mutual Group comprises three key players as a result of the acquisition of a controlling stake in Faulu in 2014 and UAP in 2015 by Old Mutual. The Group is one of the largest financial services groups with a growing footprint in East and Central Africa. It currently operates in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan and Rwanda. UAP Old Mutual offers customers a comprehensive and enhanced range of financial services which include Investment, Insurance, Savings and Banking, as well as a wider and more accessible distribution network. The Group also offers broad career growth prospects for employees. It therefore wishes to fill the below vacant position with a qualified, experienced and talented individual to strengthen its portfolio as a Pan – African Financial Services Group. The position’s details are outlined below:

Job Summary

Provides support and assistance to underwriting staff. Performs administrative duties regarding new and renewal accounts, risk assessments, and loss runs and loss ratings. Being an Underwriting Assistant may assist underwriters with the computation of rates and premiums.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Academic/Professional Qualifications; experience; skills and competencies

• University degree in Insurance or related field
• Basic Insurance qualification
• Minimum Experience of 3 years
• Good communication and negotiating skills
• Good assessment and analytical skills
• Knowledge in Medical insurance risk assessment.
• Good interpersonal and relations skills
• Thorough understanding of policy covers/wordings and their interpretation as pertaining to claims

Please visit our careers page through:

https://oldmutual.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Old_Mutual_Careers/details/Assistant-Underwriter-Medical_JR-52778?q=kigali

Interested candidate are requested to submit their applications by 5:00PM 07th April 2024.

Applicants must possess or be in the process of applying for a POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE as at the time of making an application.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Accountant – Tax

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Accountant – Tax. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role offers a unique opportunity to spearhead a team focused on navigating the intricate landscape of structured financial instruments. Your expertise will be pivotal in collecting, reviewing, and processing accounting and tax documents to prepare tax returns, state pages, and tax provision schedules, estimate quarterly payments, and file extensions.

Reporting to the Manager Financial Reporting and Analysis, the Senior Accountant, Tax, will be responsible for all tax and other legal deductions related matters within RSSB and you will provide Management with the necessary tax information for decision making.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Review and reconcile tax payments and advise on tax rectification if necessary
2. Analyse, estimate, and advise on tax implications for operations of the institution
3. Prepare and submit periodic and annual tax and other legal deductions reports
4. Organise and update the institution’s tax database
5. Recommend tax strategies that align with business goals
6. Follow industry trends and track changes related to taxes
7. Facilitate sharing of tax related information within the Finance department including but not limited to new directives by government, tax planning circulars as well other related information
8. Liaise with internal and external auditors on tax related matters
9. Perform any other duties related to Financial Reporting and Analysis function as may be assigned from time to time
   
   
   

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce with at least 2 years’ experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Commerce with at least 4 years’ experience
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong Financial Reporting Skills
2. Strong Accounting Skills
3. Social Security Framework
4. Strong Knowledge of Financial Sector Development
5. Regulatory Framework
6. Strong Knowledge of Taxation system
7. Financial Engineering
8. Financial Modeling
9. Planning and Budgeting
10. Project Planning Management

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Detail oriented
3. Proactive and engaging
4. Integrity and Confidentiality
5. Strong Personality
6. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
7. Result and Data Driven
8. Breakthrough Innovation
9. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
10. Leading & empowering others

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Officer, Corporate and Business Compliance

Are you passionate about corporate and business compliance? Do you possess a strong understanding of compliance principles and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Compliance team as an Officer, Corporate and Business Compliance.

As an Officer, Corporate and Business Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in realising our aspirations by assisting in the implementation of the execution strategies and plans of the corporate and business compliance function. Your contribution will directly impact the business stability and security of our members, stakeholders and the Rwanda citizens at large.

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate and Business Compliance, the Officer, Corporate and Business Compliance will be responsible for implementing legal and regulatory compliance programs laid out by the RSSB management. Your responsibilities will include assisting various RSSB functions in participating in drafting of RSSB compliance policies and guidelines, identifying compliance weaknesses,evaluating corporate and business activities to assess likelihood of compliance risk and much more.

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 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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Proactively audit processes, practices, and documents to identify compliance weaknesses.
2. Ensure that assessment findings are recorded and followed up with management so that compliance issues can be rectified.
3. Develop and implement periodic training for all departments to ensure staff awareness of potential and existing compliance matters and market trends applicable to RSSB.
4. Report on current corporate and business risk and compliance performance.
5. Contribute to robust and effective compliance controls within the Institution.
6. Review marketing materials, presentations, and websites to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
7. Assist in gathering internal information in response to regulatory requests.
8. Collaborate with other departments to create a culture of compliance.
9. Determine compliance metrics and establish a system for tracking them.
10. Perform compliance audits to determine whether established protocols are being followed and propose improvements.
11. Create a compliance resource library for staff members to reference when they have questions.
12. Prepare and timely submit periodic and annual reports as required.

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Business Law, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Governance, Risk and Compliance Management, Economics, Data science, Finance, or any other relevant field

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Economics, Data science, Finance, or any other relevant field preferably with 2 years relevant experience
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Compliance Management Skills
2. Business Continuity Management Skills
3. Enterprise Risk Management Skills
4. Corporate Governance Skills
5. Risk Management Assurance
6. Financial Risk Management
7. Ability to connect the dots
8. Understanding sector trends
9. Information sharing
10. Knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and regulations

Behavioural Competencies:

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Integrity and Compliance
4. Proactive and Engaging
5. Breakthrough Innovation
6. Technology Savvy

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Manager, Supply Chain Management

Elevate your career in Supply Chain Management! Join our team as a Manager, Supply Chain Management. Are you a dynamic, results-driven professional with a passion for optimizing processes and driving efficiency in the world of supply chain management? If so, we have an exciting opportunity waiting for you!

As the Manager of Supply Chain Management, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our supply chain operations. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of strategic and operational tasks aimed at supporting RSSB’s mission to enhance the social and economic well-being of the people of Rwanda.

Reporting to the Head, Supply Chain Management, the Manager, 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 the process efficiency and productivity.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Coordinate the development and review of the annual Supply Chain and asset disposal plans in line with the Law and monitoring their implementation.
4. 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.
5. Review of terms of reference and technical specifications from user departments
6. Coordination of preparation of tender documents
7. Review tender documents related to consultancy services, goods and works before its publication.
8. Review the response to the bidders’ queries related to the published tenders.
9. Make follow up of opening and evaluation of tenders.
10. Ensure timely notification of evaluation results to the bidders.
11. Review the weekly and monthly procurement report, communicate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors.
12. Oversee the management of inventory, stores, and assets in compliance with the guidelines issued by the organisation and the National Treasury.
13. 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.
14. Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements in collaboration with other departments.
15. Ensure development and management supply chain, capability and culture that reflect the values which facilitates performance and professionalism.

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

• Bachelor’s 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:

1. Work process orientation
2. Market intelligence
3. Problem solving
4. Analytical thinking
5. Decision making
6. Business acumen
7. Operational excellence
8. Total quality management

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Result Driven
4. Breakthrough Innovation
5. Technology Savvy
6. Managing Resources
7. Project Planning Management
8. Strategic Thinking
9. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
10. Leading & empowering others
11. 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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Manager, Contract Management 

Are you a dynamic and results-driven professional with a passion for contract management? Rwanda Social Security Board is seeking an exceptional Contract Manager to join our team and drive excellence in managing our contracts and vendor relationships. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a meaningful impact, read on!

As a Contract Manager at RSBB , you will play a pivotal role in overseeing our contractual obligations to ensure they are in line with our strategic objectives. Your responsibilities will encompass managing the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to contracts, optimize vendor relationships, and achieve compliance.

Reporting to the Head, Supply Chain Management, the Manager, Contract Management will be responsible for managing and administering contracts within the organization and ensuring that all contracts are compliant with legal regulations, monitoring contract performance, and resolving any potential disputes or issues that may arise during the course of the contracts.

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.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Provide advice during contract negotiations when necessary.
2. Supervise contract drafting and collaborate with the contract manager in ensuring the effective management of the contract.
3. Ensure compliance of specific rules and regulations during contract preparation and implementation
4. Ensure suppliers, contractor, service providers and consultants meet contract obligations and perform to the required standards.
5. Supervise and review any proposed amendment.
6. Work with the Head of supply chain management in developing contract management strategy.
7. Monitor market trends to develop renewal strategy.
8. Ensure contracts are effectively implemented.
9. Ensure contracts are renewed when a need arises.
10. Ensure that invoices are appropriate consistent with the terms of the contract and approved.
11. Communicate with suppliers, contractors, service providers and consultants when problems arise.
12. Analyse possible risks associated with contracts and propose mitigating strategies.
13. Collaborate with the Project Manager in identifying unexpected challenges identified Viv during implementation of contract and propose relevant solutions.
14. Collaborate with Project Manager in supervising the implementation of contracts and reporting the contract execution progress.
15. Manage the staff under his/her supervision.
16. Develop and disseminate contract performance of the staff under his/her supervision.
17. Monitor and evaluate performance of the staff under his supervision.
18. Ensure timely submission of periodic reports.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s’ Degree in Business Law, Risk management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in senior officer role

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant field with at least 6 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in senior officer role.

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Strong knowledge in Contract Management
2. Strong knowledge of Risk management
3. Strong knowledge of laws and regulations governing Procurement
4. Knowledge of planning and budgeting
5. Strong negotiations skills
6.  Market intelligence
7. Problem solving
8. Analytical thinking

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Client service focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Results and data Driven.
4. Breakthrough Innovation
5. Technology Savvy
6. Problem Solving & Quality Decision Making
7. Leading & empowering others

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 Tuesday 2 April 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

Click here for more details & Apply

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Manager Performance and Talent

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Manager Performance and Talent. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role will be responsible for building and mantaining talent to drive RSSB’s vision and ultimately mantain a perfomance driven culture within RSSB. If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team 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.

Reporting to the Head of Performance, Talent Development and Change, the Manager of Performance and Talent will be responsible for providing strategic direction on performance and talent development across the organisation to ensure that RSSB attracts and retains talented staff and engages them to deliver excellent performance.

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.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Ensure effective management of staff leave
2. Coordinate and approve all activities related to staff missions, transfers, replacements, and movements in collaboration with their respective hierarchal supervisors
3. Produce all required reports and submit them to the hierarchal supervisor
4. Coordinate staff exit interviews for departing employees to identify reasons for exit
5. Perform any other duties related to Performance and Talent function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Requirements

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or any other relevant field with at least 4 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or any other relevant field with at least 6 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role
  
  
  

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Performance management
2. Strategy development
3. Talent and skills detection
4. Talent and skills management
5. Knowledge of HR technology
6. Career Development and Coaching
7. Change Management

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Client Service Focus
2. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
3. Result and Data Driven
4. Breakthrough Innovation
5. Technology Savvy
6. Diversity and Inclusion
7. Managing Resources
8. Project Planning Management
9. Strategic Thinking
10. Proactive and engaging
    
    
    

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 Tuesday 2 April 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