3 Job Positions at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

3 Job Positions at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

3 Job Positions at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

SEIR&HC – Senior Internal Auditor at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

Announcement 

1. About Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc

 The Development Bank of Rwanda is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s development goals. Over the last years, the bank has undergone substantial re-organization aimed at positioning it as an “innovative and sustainable provider of development finance for socio-economic impact”.

To achieve this vision, the bank’s new strategic plan (2018-2024) has outlined 3 key strategic themes.

  • Operational Excellence: Continuous improvement of our credit and risk management system, financial performance and customer services.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Forming strategic partnerships to deliver our mandate is a key component of our core activities.
  • Dynamic Culture: Continuously improving our pool of knowledge to have the most competent and skilled employees.

2. About  the Socio- Economic Inclusion for Refugees and Host community (SEIR&HC) Project

 Following the financing agreement between The Government of Rwanda and the World Bank, and the project agreement between Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc and the World Bank signed in May 2019 for the implementation of the Socio-Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host Communities Project (SEIR&HC or Jya-Mbere Project).

The project aims at improving access to basic services and economic opportunities for refugees and host communities and support environmental management in target areas in Rwanda (Gatsibo, Gicumbi, Gisagara, Karongi, Nyamagabe and Kirehe Districts hosting respectively refugee camps of Nyabiheke, Gihembe, Mugombwa, Kiziba, Kigeme and Mahama). It targets also refugees located in urban areas of Kigali City (Nyarugenge, Gasabo, and Kicukiro districts), Huye district and Bugesera district.

Jya-Mbere Project is composed of three key components: (i) Access to Basic Services and Socio-economic investments, (ii) Economic Opportunity, (iii) Environmental Management and is implemented by the Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA), the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc and the concerned Districts.

BRD Plc will implement the 2nd component “Economic Opportunity” by providing matching grants to viable/ eligible projects belonging to Refugees and Rwandan Entrepreneurs.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position.

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality norms. We promote gender responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females are encouraged to apply.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position:

1. SEIR&HC – Senior Internal Auditor (1)

1. Background Information

Job Title: SEIR&HC – Senior Internal Auditor

Divisions: SPIU

Duo reports to: Functionally to Head, internal audit

                                  Administratively to SEIR&HC – Project Coordinator

Direct Report: N/A

Indirect Reports: N/A

2. Contract Terms – Open Ended

3. Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the job is to design, coordinate and implement audit of the project in line with the project mandate to improving access to basic services and economic opportunities for refugees and host communities, and support environmental management, in the target areas in Rwanda.

The position holder is responsible for planning, executing and managing internal audit process of audit assignments in accordance with the approved Annual Plan and relevant policies, procedures and quality standards. He/she is responsible for the quality of the audit work performed and the efficiency and effectiveness of processes under the Social Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host community Project.

The success in this role requires experienced personnel with track record of audit of donor funded projects, coupled with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while exercising sound audit methodology to review the project critical success indicators. The incumbent needs to have a passion for strong work ethic, demonstrate integrity and excellent working relationship with all the project stakeholders. The job requires having sufficient understanding of each facet of business operations and information systems to be able to make meaningful analysis and recommendations, which add value to the business. The job also requires good persuasive skills to sell the audit recommendations to management

4.Main Responsibilities of the Job

  • Conducting audits of the activities being implemented under the Social Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host community Project.
  • Prepare and implement the audit plan whilst ensuring that it is designed according to the high-risk areas or focus areas of the Social Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host community Project.
  • Draw up plans for the assigned individual audit projects/activities
  • Coordinating Audit exit meetings and leading the discussions
  • Recognizing and identifying the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems of internal controls, the compliance with laws and regulations, fiduciary responsibilities and the reliability management information utilized in decision making.
  • Continuously reviewing the accounting and operational policies, systems, and procedures for projects effectiveness and responsiveness.
  • Review the developed project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems
  • Perform audit of the projects implemented under BRD’s SPIU to inform the management and project stakeholders on how the projects intended impact is being achieved.
  • Analyze the reports on project implementation and evaluate results of projects in line with the project result framework.
  • Following up audit recommendations to ensure timely implementation/action and mitigation of identified risks.
  • Providing technical advice for the revision of performance indicators – ensuring that realistic intermediate and end-of-projects targets are defined
  • Conduct special tasks as requested by Head of Internal audit and/or Management
  • Any other assignment from the Line manager or the Management of the Bank.

5. Performance indicators

a) Performance Indicators

  • Quality and timely reports
  • Reliability of formulated audit recommendations
  • Quality and timely follow up reports on the implementation of audit recommendations

6. Working relationships

  • All departments
  • All BRD stakeholders
  • Customers

7.Professional, academic qualifications and experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a professional qualification like ACCA, CPA OR CIA completed A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in M&E, research, or strategy development
  • A minimum of 4 years’ experience in auditing, preferably in a financial institution, accredited audit firm, project specific environment.

8.Core competencies

  •  Demonstrated relevant experience in Audit of financial institutions, government or development partner funded programs/projects.
  • Strong quantitative, capable of interpreting multiple data streams and uncovering insightful conclusions
  • Good Corporate governance awareness and knowledge on international best practice standards in financial reporting (IFRS), IIA Standards and corporate governance.
  • Skilled at problem solving, recommending practical solutions, and influencing key stakeholders to drive successful implementation
  • Strong strategic mindset, critical thinking and analytical skills with good knowledge of Microsoft programs, especially MS Excel
  • Good IT skills in developing scrip for the data extraction and data analysis and use of analytics tools
  • Good communication skills (written and oral) in English and Kinyarwanda. Good knowledge of French will be an advantage; excellent report writing
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team under tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated team leadership, organizational and managerial skills
  • Excellent coordination skills and experience in working with multiple groups of people simultaneously.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and orientation as a team member.
  • Familiarity with project’s grievance mechanism and related administrative processes.
  • Excellent management of conflicts and ability to influence decision making at all levels.
  •  Open minded with the ability to learn in a dynamic environment.

 Application Guidelines:

 Interested candidate should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers/ ) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

 Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital, and Corporate Services of the Development Bank of Rwanda.

Deadline for application: Monday, December 27th , 2021.

 The employment package is highly competitive/attractive. All applicants must be Rwandan.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

 Done in Kigali, December 10th , 2021

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND APPLY

 

SEIR&HC – Project Coordinator at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

Vacancy Announcement 

1. About Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc

 The Development Bank of Rwanda is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s development goals. Over the last years, the bank has undergone substantial re-organization aimed at positioning it as an “innovative and sustainable provider of development finance for socio-economic impact”.

To achieve this vision, the bank’s new strategic plan (2018-2024) has outlined 3 key strategic themes.

  • Operational Excellence: Continuous improvement of our credit and risk management system, financial performance and customer services.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Forming strategic partnerships to deliver our mandate is a key component of our core activities.
  • Dynamic Culture: Continuously improving our pool of knowledge to have the most competent and skilled employees.

2. About the Socio- Economic Inclusion for Refugees and Host community (SEIR&HC) Project

Following the financing agreement between The Government of Rwanda and the World Bank, and the project agreement between Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc and the World Bank signed in May 2019 for the implementation of the Socio-Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host Communities Project (SEIR&HC or Jya-Mbere Project).

The project aims at improving access to basic services and economic opportunities for refugees and host communities and support environmental management in target areas in Rwanda (Gatsibo, Gicumbi, Gisagara, Karongi, Nyamagabe and Kirehe Districts hosting respectively refugee camps of Nyabiheke, Gihembe, Mugombwa, Kiziba, Kigeme and Mahama). It targets also refugees located in urban areas of Kigali City (Nyarugenge, Gasabo, and Kicukiro districts), Huye district, and Bugesera district.

Jya-Mbere Project is composed of three key components: (i) Access to Basic Services and Socio-economic investments, (ii) Economic Opportunity, (iii) Environmental Management and is implemented by the Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA), the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc and the concerned Districts.

BRD Plc will implement the 2nd component “Economic Opportunity” by providing matching grants to viable/ eligible projects belonging to Refugees and Rwandan Entrepreneurs.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position.

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality norms. We promote gender responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females are encouraged to apply.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position:

1. SEIR&HC – Project Coordinator (1)

1. Background Information

Job Title: SEIR&HC – Project coordinator

Current Grade: JG 5

Divisions: SPIU

Reports to: SPIU Coordinator

Direct Report: N/A

Indirect Reports: N/A

2. Contract Terms – 5 years – renewable

3. Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the job is to coordinate the Socio-Economic Inclusion of Refugees and Host Community Project (SEIR&HC) implementation, in line with the project mandate to improve access to economic opportunities/finance trough the provision of capacity-building and matching grants for refugees and host communities, in the target areas in Rwanda.

Working as part of the BRD Single Project Implementation Unit (SPIU), this position holder is responsible for the quality of the implementation of all processes under component two of the SEIR&HC (project management, preparation, and management of the annual work plan, procurement, reporting, identification of project pipeline to benefit from the grant, marketing, project MIS, etc.) in accordance with the approved and relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Success in this role requires experienced personnel with a track record of managing donor-funded projects, in project management, local economic development, entrepreneurship and/or access to finance coupled with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while ensuring all the project development objectives are met.

The incumbent needs to have passion for strong work ethic, demonstrate integrity, and excellent working relationship with all the project stakeholders. The job also requires having sufficient understanding of each facet of business operations and information systems to be able to make meaningful analysis and recommendations, which add value to the business.

4. Main Responsibilities of the Job

  • Supervise and coordinate the planning and implementation of the project activities, providing proposals and liaising with the team in developing work plans, procurement, consultancies, recruitment, logistics, budgeting and disbursements.
  • Identify opportunities and potential synergies and negotiate partnerships with all potential partners/stakeholders in Rwanda.
  • Use an adaptive management approach, track performance and apply necessary correction and adaptations.
  • Establish close collaboration and working arrangements with an interdisciplinary team composed of project staff to ensure timely implementation of project activities, including contractual arrangements;
  • Work closely with the MINEMA team and the participating districts to ensure good coordination and collaboration, including getting technical advisories;
  • Work with the districts to identify potential business opportunities for the refugees and host communities;
  • Monitor and supervise the execution of project activities;
  • Prepare the terms of reference and identify consultants/institutions to undertake project assignments in accordance with the approved annual Work Plan, and submit required documentation to necessary and required authorities for approval;
  • Monitor and supervise the work of consultants and implementing entities, facilitate meetings and, as far as possible, ensure the timely and responsive delivery of outputs and reports;
  • Work in close collaboration with the Business Development Specialist of MINEMA, providing periodical reports on the progress of project activities and issues arising;
  • Maintain close contacts with the Organs in BRD by ensuring adequate communication of Projects activities and getting required approvals;
  •  Prepare an annual Work Plan for submission to MINEMA (through BRD SPIU Coordinator) and updates on a quarterly basis with explanations of any changes. The annual work plan will comprise reviews of activities undertaken and/or completed over the last year, as well as proposals for project activities to be conducted the following year (scope, specifications and timeframe and expected products);
  • Prepare and convene, as required, technical meetings to provide guidance and revise reports on specific technical, policy, and legal issues in consultation with the BRD SPIU Coordinator;
  • Coordinate and initiate dissemination of good practices and lessons learned from project implementation.
  • Carry out any other assignment from the Line manager or the Management of the Bank.

5.Performance indicators

  • Quality and timely submission of SEIR&HC reports to the WB and MINEMA
  • Number of PFIs and beneficiaries participating/benefiting from the project
  • Number of public awareness campaign/events carried out annually
  • Number of trained entrepreneurs, cooperatives, MSMEs, BDAs, Saccos and MFIs
  • Internal and External audit issues closure rate

6.Working relationships

  • All BRD departments
  •  All SEIRHCP stakeholders
  • PFIs and project beneficiaries

7.Professional, academic qualifications and experience

  • Master’s degree in Project Management, economics, rural development, access to finance, entrepreneurship, or related fields.
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience working on Financial Services, Financial Inclusion, Impact Investment, and Market systems development.

8.Core competencies

  • Proven working experience in project management;
  • Proven working experience with local government; local economic development;
  • Proven experience in entrepreneurship and access to finance;
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills;
  • Decision-making skills;
  •  Effective organization skills;
  • Excellent planning and control skills;
  • Time management skills;
  • Ability to manage and coordinate project;
  • Proven personal integrity and work ethics;
  • Working experience in World Bank funded project is an added value;
  •  Fluent in of English, French, and Kinyarwanda is a requirement.

Application Guidelines:

Interested candidate should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers/ ) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

 Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital and Corporate Services of the Development Bank of Rwanda.

Deadline for application: Monday, December 27th , 2021.

 The employment package is highly competitive/attractive. All applicants must be Rwandan.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

Done in Kigali, December 10th , 2021

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND APPLY

 

Treasury Officer at Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD): (Deadline 27 December 2021)

Vacancy Announcement 

1. About Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc

 The Development Bank of Rwanda is Rwanda’s only National Development Bank mandated to support Rwanda’s development goals. Over the last years, the bank has undergone substantial re-organization aimed at positioning it as an “innovative and sustainable provider of development finance for socio-economic impact”.

To achieve this vision, the bank’s new strategic plan (2018-2024) has outlined 3 key strategic themes.

  • Operational Excellence: Continuous improvement of our credit and risk management system, financial performance and customer services.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Forming strategic partnerships to deliver our mandate is a key component of our core activities.
  • Dynamic Culture: Continuously improving our pool of knowledge to have the most competent and skilled employees.

 To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position.

BRD is committed to respecting gender equality norms. We promote gender responsive practices. Qualified candidates particularly females are encouraged to apply.

To help accomplish this ambitious and exciting vision, the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) would like to recruit suitable qualified candidates to fill the following position:

1. Treasury Officer (1)

1. Background Information

Job Title:   Treasury Officer

Job Level:

Current Grade: JG 6

Division: Finance

Department/ Section/Unit: Finance

Reports to: Senior Manager, Financial Information Management

Direct Reports: N/A

Indirect Reports: N/A

2. Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the job is to monitor the market volatility on the different currencies the Bank operates to assist in decision making and internal reporting control to ensure that the bank funds are always well invested.

3. Main Responsibilities of the Job

  • Prepare various liquidity reports as per the BRD reporting timelines, ensuring quality and timeliness in the reporting process
  • Prepare a daily cash position and net position reports to management for information and decision making
  • Prepare a weekly Bank liquidity projection taking into accounts the expected inflows and outflows
  • Identify and disseminate information relating to liquidity sources, funding or investment counterparties, and global markets that may inform strategic and operational decision making
  • Contribute towards the establishment of relationships with various financial institutions that BRD engages with, to ensure BRD achieves the support required on funding
  • Undertake the day today operational aspects of the implementation of the BRD treasury management strategy, ensuring timeliness and quality
  • Provide input into the development of the BRD treasury management strategy, ensuring responsiveness to market needs
  • Analyze the market Risk in terms of currency, interest rates and liquidity and make appropriate recommendations
  • Prepare a mismatch report of assets and Liabilities on a monthly basis
  • Prepare investment proposals of available liquidity
  • Timely follow up and reporting of the correspondent Banks transactions
  • Ensuring successful payment to lenders of the bank
  • Undertake the day-to-day foreign currencies buy and sale transactions by generating revenues for the bank.

4. Performance indicators

  • Accurate liquidity reports
  • Available data from market trends
  • Updated foreign exchange rates
  • Reports of liquidity mismatch
  • Return on investments of the Bank’s liquidity
  • Revenue on foreign currency transactions

5. Working relationships

  • Financial institutions
  • Other DFIs and Lenders

6.Professional, academic qualifications and experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in finance commerce, Accounting, Business Administration/ or related field
  • A minimum of three (3) years experience working in a commercial bank or similar institution

7.Core competencies

  • Demonstrable track record in treasury operations and management
  • Banking treasury management systems
  • Proven experience in managing relationships with correspondent banks and business partner
  • Thorough knowledge and application of derivatives to hedge market risk
  • Ability to analyze the dynamics of international financial markets and provide investment forecast
  • Experience in Financial analysis and reporting

 Application Guidelines:

Interested candidate should apply online (https://www.brd.rw/careers/ ) and upload application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter, names of three previous supervisors (as one document) as well as their emails and telephone.

Only online applications shall be considered.

Email only for inquiries (not application): recruitment@brd.rw

Address all applications to the Head, Human Capital and Corporate Services of the Development Bank of Rwanda.

Deadline for application: Monday, December 27th , 2021.

 The employment package is highly competitive/attractive. All applicants must be Rwandan.

Only Candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

 Done in Kigali, December 10th , 2021

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND APPLY






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