19 Job Positions at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

19 Job Positions at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

 

Standards Training and Technical Assistance Officer in Food Safety Management System field at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Coordination and Provision of training services in Food Safety Management System field
 Receive and review training requests in the areas of Food Safety Management System
 Communicate to Stakeholders about the outcomes of the review and Issue proforma invoices in case the training is agreed upon
 Propose a team of trainers and ensure prior preparation of the team to familiarize themselves with the training materials, customize them with the target groups, determine trainings techniques and styles, etc
 Ensure that training materials, standards, handouts and all logistics for the training are available within time
 Act a Secretary of the Committee in charge of preparation/ review of training materials and present them to the management for approval
 Conduct trainings and awareness to Stakeholders in the areas of Standards Training and Technical Assistance Officer in Food Safety Management System
 Prepare and issue certificates
 Report on awareness and training provided
 Implement recommendations from the awareness and trainings
 Ensure trainers are evaluated and recognized as per training procedures and guidelines
 Keep a database of trainers in the areas of Standards Training and Technical Assistance Officer in Food Safety Management System

2. Provision of the technical assistance to SMEs and public institutions
 Preparation of the gap analysis criteria
 Undertake gap analysis to SMEs and or public institutions to determine standards compliance level
 Coach SMEs and or identified public institutions ( training, coach in documenting the system, system implementation, carrying out internal audit, maintenance and improvement, etc) towards standards compliance and or certification
 Put in place a mechanism of recognition of SMEs and or public institutions as per the compliance level criteria
 Regular reporting on coached SMEs and public institutions compliance
 Implement the system of recognition/ awarding of SMEs and public institutions in accordance with their compliance level

 

Water and Environment Standards Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1) Carry out standards need assessment for identification of priority standards to be developed
2) Map the priority topics with already existing relevant international, regional or other national or foreign standards
3) Prepare yearly standardization work programmes
4) Prepare preliminary draft standards, Committee drafts, Rwanda Draft Standards and Final Draft Rwanda standards
5) Convene and conducting Working Group, Subcommittees, and Technical committee meetings and act as secretary to the Committees
6) Propose and providing working draft for regional/international technical committee consideration as new work items
7) Convene and conducting National Consultation meetings or Mirror Committee meetings and act as secretary to the committees
8) Represent RSB in Regional/international technical committee meetings (ISO, CODEX Alimentalius, ARSO, COMESA, EAC, etc.) and represent Rwandan interests
9) Act as Secretary of the regional/international technical committee for which Rwanda hosts the secretariat

Standards Training and Technical Assistance Officer in Quality Management System and Conformity assessment field at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Coordination and Provision of training services in Quality Management System and Conformity assessment field

 Receive and review training requests in the areas of Quality Management System and Conformity assessment field
 Communicate to Stakeholders about the outcomes of the review and Issue proforma invoices in case the training is agreed upon
 Propose a team of trainers and ensure prior preparation of the team to familiarize themselves with the training materials, customize them with the target groups, determine trainings techniques and styles, etc
 Ensure that training materials, standards, handouts and all logistics for the training are available within time
 Act a Secretary of the Committee in charge of preparation/ review of training materials and present them to the management for approval
 Conduct trainings and awareness to Stakeholders in the areas of Quality Management System and Conformity assessment
 Prepare and issue certificates
 Report on awareness and training provided
 Implement recommendations from the awareness and trainings
 Ensure trainers are evaluated and recognized as per training procedures and guidelines
 Keep a database of trainers in the areas of Quality Management System and Conformity assessment field

2. Provision of the technical assistance to SMEs and public institutions
 Preparation of the gap analysis criteria
 Undertake gap analysis to SMEs and or public institutions to determine standards compliance level
 Coach SMEs and or identified public institutions ( training, coach in documenting the system, system implementation, carrying out internal audit, maintenance and improvement, etc) towards standards compliance and or certification
 Put in place a mechanism of recognition of SMEs and or public institutions as per the compliance level criteria
 Regular reporting on coached SMEs and public institutions compliance
 Implement the system of recognition/ awarding of SMEs and public institutions in accordance with their compliance level

 

IMS at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Conduct certification audit for management systems
– Certification Application Review
– To register client’s applications in the application register
– Audit time calculation
– Preparation of clients’ audit programmes and ensure all information is filled as per audit cycle
– Audit planning
– Conducting of audits and follow up of non-conformities if any
– Writing of audit reports and submission of client’s file for certification decision
– Prepare client’s certification documents and ensure all information is filled as per audit cycle
– Update the Directory of certified clients
– Prepare and update IMS clients register
– Prepare the letter Communicating to clients, the decision of the certification decision committee

2. Conducting surveillance audit
– Planning of audits
– Conducting of audits and follow up of non-conformities if any
– Reporting on continual compliance and give opinion on maintenance of certification

3. Complaint handling on service and certified client
– Receiving of complaint
– Processing of complaints
– Follow up complaint and effectively close the complaint
– Giving feedback to clients
4. Participate in system development, maintenance and improvement
– Writing up of any documentation that may be required
– Carry out all activities as per available policies, manuals, procedures, etc.
– Report any inadequacies and make proposal for improvement of the system
– Participate in internal audits and external assessments
– Conduct root cause, extent analysis and suggest corrections and corrective actions on raised internal/or external non-conformities
– Follow up clients audit cycle, prepare reminder letters and send them to clients

5. Training, and participation in technical committees
– Preparation of the training
– Conducting training
– Assessment of trainees
– Compilation of training report
– Participation in the assigned technical committee
– Reporting of activities done in technical committee

7. Reporting
– Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports and submit them to the supervisor

Environmental Microbiology Laboratory Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1) Receiving and Ensuring proper storage of samples
2) Carrying out tests and prepare reports
3) Preparation of media and reagents
4) Managing reference cultures
5) Technical evaluation of received culture media
6) Check quality performance of culture media and keep records.
7) Implementing and participating in review of Microbiology laboratory quality system
8) Maintain and monitor the microbiology assigned Equipment and retain records
9) Initiate and update the laboratory management on new technology to improve the quality of results and minimise testing duration.
10) Participate in standardization activities
11) Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person

 

Food Nutrient and additives Laboratory Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1) Carrying out tests, interpreting results and considering the measurement uncertainty where possible;
2) Generating data and reporting of test results according to relevant requirements;
3) Keeping of technical records;
4) Participate in the development, control and monitoring the implementation of the Management System Documents;
5) Participating in the ensuring the validity of test results, method validation and the evaluation of Measurement Uncertainty;
6) Participating in the internal laboratory audits and conducting root cause analysis, correction and corrective actions for other identified nonconformities;
7) Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
8) Ensuring the assigned equipment are calibrated;
9) Identifying and ordering adequate and detailed technical specifications of supplies (equipment, reagents, chemicals, materials needed for analysis) and verifying the same on delivery;
10) Training and coaching students on attachment;
11) Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports;
12) Participating in the development of new test methods in collaboration of relevant specialist;
13) Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents;
14) Participating in the relevant technical committees in standards development as a resource person;
15) Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses;
16) Participating in standardization
17) Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.

2 Job Positions of Petroleum and Biodiesel Laboratory Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1) Carrying out tests, interpreting results and considering the measurement uncertainty where possible;
2) Generating data and reporting of test results according to relevant requirements;
3) Keeping of technical records;
4) Participate in the development, control and monitoring the implementation of the Management System Documents;
5) Participating in the ensuring the validity of test results, method validation and the evaluation of Measurement Uncertainty;
6) Participating in the internal laboratory audits and conducting root cause analysis, correction and corrective actions for other identified nonconformities;
7) Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
8) Ensuring the assigned equipment are calibrated;
9) Identifying and ordering adequate and detailed technical specifications of supplies (equipment, reagents, chemicals, materials needed for analysis) and verifying the same on delivery;
10) Training and coaching students on attachment;
11) Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports;
12) Participating in the development of new test methods in collaboration of relevant specialist;
13) Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents;
14) Participating in the relevant technical committees in standards development as a resource person;
15) Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses;
16) Participating in standardization activities
17) Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person

 

Pesticides residues Laboratories Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1) Carrying out tests, interpreting results and considering the measurement uncertainty where possible;
2) Generating data and reporting of test results according to relevant requirements;
3) Keeping of technical records;
4) Participate in the development, control and monitoring the implementation of the Management System Documents;
5) Participating in the ensuring the validity of test results, method validation and the evaluation of Measurement Uncertainty;
6) Participating in the internal laboratory audits and conducting root cause analysis, correction and corrective actions for other identified nonconformities;
7) Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
8) Ensuring the assigned equipment are calibrated;
9) Identifying and ordering adequate and detailed technical specifications of supplies (equipment, reagents, chemicals, materials needed for analysis) and verifying the same on delivery;
10) Training and coaching students on attachment;
11) Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports;
12) Participating in the development of new test methods in collaboration of relevant specialist;
13) Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents;
14) Participating in the relevant technical committees in standards development as a resource person;
15) Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses;
16) Participating in standardization activities;
17) Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.

Mass Laboratory Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Maintain and implement laboratory management systems of mass and balance Laboratory according to ISO/IEC 17025 2017
2. Propose mass laboratory annual action plan and submit to direct supervisor
3. Prepare mass laboratory weekly activities pal and submit it to direct supervisor
4. Carry out mass and balance laboratory duties according to the action plan
5. Perform calibration or verification of weighing instruments of customers
6. Draft calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems, and accuracy and precision requirements and submit to direct supervision for review and approval
7. Prepare and keep up to date mass laboratory inventory
8. Redesigns or adjusts measurement capability to minimize errors in mass and balance laboratories
9. To conduct markets survey for mass laboratory scope upgrade
10. Prepare draft calibration/Verification certificates, Survey reports and keep records of raw data
11. Prepare and submit the progress reports of performed laboratory activity or any other assigned duty
12. Perform corrective actions to address identified non-conforming work in mass laboratory
13. Ensure the maintenance plan of mass laboratory standards/equipment are implemented
14. Ensure the mass reference and working standards are handled and kept according to the international standards requirement
15. Ensure the customer items are handled and kept according to the procedure in place
16. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
17. Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.

Moisture Laboratory Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Maintain and implement laboratory management systems of moisture Laboratory according to ISO/IEC 17025 2017
2. Propose moisture laboratory annual action plan and submit to direct supervisor
3. Prepare moisture laboratory weekly activity plan and submit it to direct supervisor
4. Carry out moisture laboratory duties according to the action plan
5. Perform calibration or verification of moisture meters of customers
6. Draft calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems, and accuracy and precision requirements and submit to direct supervision for review and approval
7. Prepare and keep up to date moisture laboratory inventory
8. Propose redesign or adjustment measurement capability to minimize errors in moisture laboratories
9. Prepare draft calibration or Verification certificates and reports and keep records of raw data
10. Conduct markets survey for moisture laboratory scope upgrade
11. Prepare and submit the progress reports of performed laboratory activity or any other assigned duty
12. Perform corrective actions to address identified non-conforming work in moisture laboratory
13. Ensure the maintenance plan of moisture laboratory standards/equipment are implemented
14. Ensure the moisture reference and working standards are handled and kept according to the international standards requirement
15. Ensure the customer items are handled and kept according to the procedure in place
16. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
17. Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.

Logistics Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

– Development and implementation of methodologies and tools to enable effective execution of logistic plans
– Prepare logistics and support plans;
– Ensure the provision of transport services for RSB staff
– Ensure the provision of cleaning and sanitation services
– Report regularly the fuel consumption
– Ensure the vehicles safety and repair

 

Photometry and Radiometry Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Maintain and implement dosimetry, photometry and radiometry laboratories management systems of Photometry and radiometry laboratory according to ISO/IEC 17025
2. Propose Photometry and radiometry laboratory annual action plan and submit to direct supervisor
3. Prepare Photometry and radiometry laboratory weekly activities pal and submit it to direct supervisor
4. Carry out dosimetry, Photometry and radiometry laboratory duties according to the action plan
5. Perform calibration or verification of Photometry and radiometry laboratory customers instruments
6. Draft calibration or verification methods based on international standards or guidelines or based principles of measurement science and technics and submit to direct supervision for review and approval
7. Prepare and keep up to date Photometry and radiometry laboratory inventory
8. Analyses, redesigns or adjusts measurement capability to minimize errors in dosimetry, Photometry and radiometry laboratories and submit to Director for approval
9. To conduct markets survey for supporting Photometry and radiometry laboratory scope upgrade
10. Prepare draft calibration/Verification certificates, Survey reports and keep records of raw data
11. Prepare and submit the progress reports of performed laboratory activity
12. Perform Implement corrective actions to address identified non- conformity and or non-conforming work in Photometry and radiometry laboratory
13. Ensure maintenance plan of Photometry and radiometry laboratory standards/equipment is implemented
14. Ensure the reference and working standards of dosimetry, Photometry and radiometry laboratory are handled and kept according to the international standards requirement
15. Ensure the customer items/Unit under calibration or verification are handled and kept according to the international standards requirements and procedure in place
16. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organized manner at all times.
17. Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by supervisor.

 

Physical Chemistry Metrology Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Perform calibration of customers instruments in accordance with established procedures,
2. established service quality metrics and prepare calibration certificates for approval and keep calibration raw data;
3. Propose laboratory’s annual, monthly and weekly action plan and regularly report the progress to the director of unit;
4. Implement and maintain the quality management system in the laboratory in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025;
5. Regularly review and update calibration operating procedures based on international standards, guidelines or principles of measurement science and submit them to the director of Unit for approval;
6. Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure that the reference standards are handled and kept in accordance with international standards practices;
7. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised state at all time;
8. Perform any other organization-related duty assigned to him by the unit director.

 

Legal Metrology Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Drafting laws in compliance with national, regional and international legislation and agreements (OIML guide lines, WTO TBT and SPS agreements)
2. Enforce activities related to weights and measures as per the law governing metrology in Rwanda and other applicable laws and regulations
3. Ensure uniformity in implementing penalties as per the law governing metrology in Rwanda and related procedures
4. Follow up the implementation of decision taken for non-complying measuring instruments or pre-packaged commodities under legal metrology control
5. Provide legal advice on identified cases related to metrological controls and law enforcement
6. Initiate and following up prosecution cases related to the law governing metrology in Rwanda
7. Draft license contract and follow up its implementation
8. Operate in compliance with organizational regulation and rules

 

Mass Verification Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Perform initial, sub-sequent verification and metrological control of masses and weighing instruments
2. Ensuring that standard used are traceable at national and international level.
3. Participate in awareness campaign on the use of masses and weighing instruments and its stamping.
4. Provide report to direct supervisor on work performed and matters affecting the work in the laboratory
5. Maintaining records generated as per the procedure in place.
6. Participate in the establishment and maintenance of quality management system as per RS 438:2021 requirements;
7. Implement provision of the law and ministerial order related to importation of measuring instruments;
8. Account for monthly revenue generated from the execution of laboratory activities and report to the direct supervisor
9. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
10. Operate in compliance with organizational regulation and rules

 

Taximeters Verification Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Perform Verification/type approval/ metrological controls of Taxi/Auto meters and timers
2. Ensure the measurement traceability of taximeter verification standards are maintained
3. Ensure fee allocated to verification activities is deposit as per the procedure in place
4. Conduct activities under legal metrology such as metrological controls, verification and initiate the necessary follow up actions.
5. Provide report to direct supervisor on work performed and matters affecting the work of the unit and the general execution of activities.
6. Complete and maintaining records of activities conducted daily.
7. Maintain the Quality Management System of the laboratory and other standard by conducting activities in accordance RS 438:2021 and procedures
8. Implement the law governing metrology in Rwanda, ministerial orders, regulations and other applicable laws
9. Account for monthly revenue generated from the execution of laboratory activities in the field pre-packaged commodities in number, length and area controls
10. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
11. Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.
12. Operate in compliance with organizational regulation and rules

 

Traffic Instruments Verification Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Perform Verification/type approval/ inspection and stamping of traffic related measuring instruments and other measuring instruments subjected to legal metrology controls
2. Ensure the measurement traceability of traffic metrology standards are maintained
3. Conduct activities under legal metrology such as metrological controls, verification and initiate the necessary follow up actions.
4. Provide report to direct supervisor on work performed and matters affecting the work of the unit and the general execution of activities.
5. Complete and maintaining records of activities conducted daily.
6. Maintain the Quality Management System of the laboratory and other standard by conducting activities in accordance with the metrology law, RS 438:2021 and procedures
7. Account for monthly revenue generated from the execution of laboratory activities in the field of traffic control
8. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
9. Perform any other organization related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person
10. Operate in compliance with organizational regulation and rules,

 

Numbers, Length and Area Control Officer at RWANDA STANDARDS BOARD (RSB): (Deadline 24 March 2022)

Job description

1. Perform Verification of commodities packaged in numbers, length and area on markets and manufacturing place
2. Ensure the traceability of measuring instruments used for length and area control are maintained
3. Conduct all activities under the legal metrology such as surveillance, controls, verification and initiate the necessary follow up actions.
4. Ensure fee allocated to verification activities is deposit as per the procedure in place
5. Provide report to direct supervisor on work performed and matters affecting the work of the unit and the general execution of activities.
6. Complete and maintaining records of activities conducted daily.
7. Maintain the Quality Management System of the laboratory and other standard by conducting activities in accordance with the metrology law, RS 438:2021 and procedures
8. Account for monthly revenue generated from the execution of laboratory activities in the field pre-packaged commodities in number, length and area controls
9. Maintain the laboratory in a tidy and organised manner at all times.
10. Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the direct supervisor and any other duly authorised person.