13 Positions at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

13 Positions at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Director of Finance Unit at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Coordination of Budget Preparation and its execution;
• Ensure Proper book of account;
• Oversee the preparation of the financial reporting
• Supervise budget revision process
• Elaborate cash flow plan and management.
• Verify all payment requests before payment
• Supervise payment of expenses
• Prepare financial statements and facilitate the internal and external Audits
• Maintain all payroll records.
• Collaborate with Ministry of Finance in budgeting, planning and reporting process;
• Supervise the elaboration of RICA monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
• Supervise and monitor the activities of staff under the unit of Finance

Job Profile

Masters degree in Public Finance, Finance, Accounting or Management with specialization in Finance/Accounting and 1year of relevant working experience or Accounting Professional Qualification recognized by IFAC (ACCA, CPA) or Bachelor’s degree in Public Finance, Finance, Accounting or Management with specialization in Finance/Accounting, with 3 years of relevant working experience

Key technical skills and knowledge required:

• Knowledge of Rwanda’s financial management standards and procedures;
• Knowledge of Accounting principles and practices and financial data reporting.
• Knowledge of Rwanda Public Financial Law;
• Leadership and management skills;
• Planning and organisational, Budgeting skills;
• Communication skills;
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Financial software (SMART IFMIS);
• Time management Skills
• Interviewing Skills;
• Judgment & Decision making skills;
• Complex Problem solving;
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Recovery and Reconciliation at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

Follow
– up all payments made on RICA services and imposed fines
• Generate reports for the revenues generated from services and fines imposed on clients
• Improve, maintain and implement income recovery and reconciliation procedures
• Demonstrate commitment to customer care and confidentiality
• Any other relevant duties equal with the post as determined by the supervisor.

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Management or Economics

Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:
• Knowledge of cost analysis techniques;
• Knowledge to analysis complex financial information & Produce reports;
• Deep understanding of financial accounts;
• Planning and organisational skills;
• Communication skills;
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Financial software (SMART IFMIS);
• Judgment & Decision Making Skills;
• High Analytical Skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Time management Skills;
• Complex Problem solving;
• Flexibility Skills;
Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Internal Auditor at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Carrying out spot audits, to evaluate the controls over revenues, expenditures, assets and liabilities designed to optimize efficient use of institutional resources
• Prepare annual audit plan,
• Conduct compliance audits
• Carry out and conduct annual audit review
• Consult different units for collecting information regarding their annual activities
• Provide advisory service
• Implement external audit recommendations
• Prepare and consolidate quarterly audit reports
• Coordinate all external audits
• Undertake other responsibilities determined by hierarchical supervisors

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Public Finances, Accounting or Management with specialization in finance or accounting.

Key technical skills & knowledge required:
• Detailed knowledge of financial and audit standards with HR and Financial regulations and procedures
• Good knowledge of financial software
• Planning skills
• Good knowledge and skills in computer applications
• Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Excellent problem solving skills and clear logical sense
• High analytical skills
• Time management skills
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and /or French language, knowledge of all is an added advantage;

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System and Network Administrator at at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Install and configure server operating systems
• Create user domain and set up user accounts, permissions and passwords
• Evaluate, test, and deploy all software and hardware upgrades to the server infrastructure.
• Administrate and maintain computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
• Perform a wide range of system administration duties on MIS database, application, and other servers including install, debug, maintain, upgrade, and general support.
• Operate master consoles in order to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks, and to coordinate computer network access and use.
• Gather data pertaining to customer needs, and use the information to identify, predict, interpret, and evaluate system and network requirements.
• Maintain logs related to servers’ as well as maintenance and repair records.
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Coordinate with vendors and with company personnel in order to facilitate purchases.

Job Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Information Management System, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering or A1 in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Information Management System, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering with a certifications in A+,N+ is required, certifications in CCNA,MCSE,MCSD,MCTs, (NET),LAMP,/WAMP Framework or MCITP are an added advantage
Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:
• Ability to research and analyze technology problems, issues, and program requirements.
• Knowledge in data analysis technique, information security and networking
• Knowledge in various operating system installations and configurations
• Good command of oral language skills and writing ability, interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with others under pressure and solve problems.
• Analytical/technical mindset
• Ability to work with confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage.

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Quality Systems & Accreditation at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Develop, coordinate and update RICA quality management system (ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17020)
• Identify processes needed for the QMS implementation and maintenance
• Coordinate development of all RICA documents
• Prepare and coordinate execution of quality audit programs for RICA
• Monitor the implementation of preventive and corrective actions in RICA
• Initiate and coordinate processes related to RICA certification and accreditation
• Review, analyse and report on Quality Assurance standards and processes
• Report on analyses and recommends changes to policies, regulations, procedures and training on quality management
• Plan management review meetings and monitor the implementation of the resolutions
• Ensure effective implementation of complaints and appeals handling procedure
• Manage the use of documentations of RICA

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Biology, life sciences with 3 years of relevant working experience or Masters of sciences in Engineering, Chemistry, Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Biology, life sciences.

Key technical skills and knowledge required:
• High analytical skills;
• Factual approach to decision making
• Knowledge of inspection approaches and procedures
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Quality assurance skills
• Time management skills
• Decision making skills
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French.

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Registration and Licencing Specialist at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Lead the formulation of guidelines, technical regulations and procedures related to Registration & Licensing
• Advise on recommendations to be made for the improvement of the activities of Registration &Licensing;
• Advise and assist the management in handling and responding to inquiries and notifications related to Registration & Licensing
• Participate in public awareness activities on Registration & Licensing
• Lead the activities of risks assessment in registration and licensing
• Report and communicate the identified risks and advise the top management on appropriate measures meant to mitigate risks
• Undertake other responsibilities determined by hierarchical supervisors

Job Profile

Master’s degree in Crop sciences, Plant breeding, Plant protection, Horticulture, animal sciences, veterinary sciences, food science or Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with 3 years of relevant working experience.

Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:
• Knowledge in agriculture and livestock systems of Rwanda
• Knowledge in relevant standards and laws related to agriculture and livestock inspection;
• Proven ability to perform registration in enforcement activities;
• Experience in agriculture or livestock inspection is desirable
• Research skills
• Communication, reporting and writing skills
• Interpersonal and team working skills
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Ability to organize, schedule and utilize time well;
• Ability to coordinate, organize and anticipate details for special programs and events;
• Ability to coordinate and handle multiple priorities, to juggle multiple/ conflicting priorities and set priorities;
• Ability to manage multiple projects and to work under pressure;
• Ability to work as a team coordinator and ability to work and make decisions with minimal supervision;
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage.

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Monitoring and EvaluatAND Cion Officer at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION ONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Monitor the execution of RICA strategic and action plans
• Elaborate and share a reporting template and follow
– up the planned activities
• Collect and analyze reports on implementation progress of activities from different units
• Collaborate with Finance unit in following up the RICA budget execution and provide necessary advice;
• Monitor and evaluate projects implemented by RICA
• Ensure the filing of activities reports, archives and consolidate a database of achievements
• Consolidate accurate periodical reports of activities from department and units
• Undertake other responsibilities determined by hierarchical supervisors

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in economics, project management, management, development studies, business administration.

Key technical skills and knowledge required:
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, systems and tools
• Knowledge to conduct monitoring exercises
• Excellent report writing skills
• Skills in preparation of project briefs
• Computer skills
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• High analytical and complex problem solving skills
• Teamwork skills
• Time management skills
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage

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Information, Education & Communication Specialist at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Coordinate and facilitate development of promotional materials
• Prepare and Coordinate execution of awareness activities programs
• Coordinate and facilitate public education programs on RICA services requirements
• Facilitate public access to information related with RICA mandates
• Analyse information acquired through hotline and other sources of communication, report to management and provide feedback to stakeholders
• Update and approve information to be uploaded on RICA website
• Manage all social media official accounts of RICA
• Act as spokesperson for RICA in liaison with technical functions
• Facilitate development and implementation of RICA communication strategy

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism , Communication, International relations, Mass media, Linguistics and Literature with 3 years of relevant working experience or Masters degree in Journalism , Communication, International relations, Mass media, Linguistics and Literature.

Key technical skills &knowledge required:

• Skills in designing and executing communication activities, preferably in development programmes
• Ability to work in a team and to sometimes tight deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced work environment
• Knowledge of and experience with media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
• Experience with communication/ creative agencies/ public will be added advantage
• Ability to communicate with people outside the organisation, representing the organisation to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
• Ability to create new ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including creative contributions
• Proficient in use of computer applications related to the tasks
• Effective public relations and public speaking skills
• Very good mastering of Kinyarwanda, English and/or French knowledge of all is an advantage

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Consumer Rights Compliance Specialist at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Promoting public knowledge, awareness and understanding of the obligations, rights and remedies under the competition and consumer protection law and the duties, functions and activities of the Authority;
• Promoting the creation of consumer bodies and the establishment of good and proper standards and rules to be followed by such bodies in protecting competition and consumer welfare;
• Lead the formulation of guidelines, technical regulations and procedures related to Consumer Rights Compliance
• Carrying out inquiries, studies and research into matters relating to consumer complaints and the protection of the interests of consumers;
• Investigating policies, procedures and programmes of regulatory authorities so as to assess their effects on consumer rights and consumer welfare and publicize the results of such studies;
• Lead the activities of risk assessments in Consumer Rights Compliance and report on appropriate measures meant to mitigate risks
• Liaising with other regulatory and public bodies in all matters relating to consumer right;
• Participating in deliberations and proceedings of government, government commissions, regulatory authorities and other bodies in relation to competition and consumer welfare;
• Advise and assist the management in handling and responding to complaints, inquiries and notifications related to Consumer right and recommend the necessary improvements within RICA system.
• Undertake other responsibilities determined by hierarchical supervisors

Job Profile

Masters degree in Competition Law, Commercial Law, economic Law, Trade Law, Business Law, Economics, management, development studies, business administration with 1 year of relevant working experience or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Management, Economics, development studies, business administration with 3 years of relevant working experience.

Key technical skills and knowledge required:
• Knowledge of consumer rights
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation concepts, systems and tools
• Knowledge to conduct monitoring exercises
• Excellent report writing skills
• Skills in preparation of project briefs
• Computer skills
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• High analytical and complex problem solving skills
• Teamwork skills
• Time management skills
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an advantage.

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3 Positions of Drivers at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Ensure safe drive of RICA staff to and from each trip as planed
• Ensure the vehicle is regularly maintained, serviced and kept in good condition
• Ensure vehicle is timely fuelled, oiled and tyres are always in safe conditions as well as their proper management
• Advise and give feedback to logistics Officer on proper acquisition of suitable vehicles and spare parts
• Able to drive long distances and for long hours

Job Profile

Valid Driving License at least category B

Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:

• Good knowledge of routes within main area of operational area;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• Diligent attention to detail;
• Diligent attention to safety.
• Ability to work on own initiative;
• Ability to interact with many types of people;
• Ability to maintain an amiable presence;
• Excellent verbal communication skills;
• Team working Skills;
• Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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Competition Practices Risk Analysis Specialist at RWANDA INSPECTORATE, COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AUTHORITY: (Deadline 13 November 2020)

Job Description

• Promoting public knowledge, awareness and understanding of the obligations, rights and remedies under the competition and consumer protection law and the duties, functions and activities of the Authority;
• Lead the formulation of guidelines, technical regulations and procedures related to competition
• Carrying out inquiries, studies and research into matters (policies, procedures and programmes of government, regulatory authorities and other entities) relating to competition and assess risk involved and report on appropriate measures meant to mitigate risks
• Investigating impediments to competition, including entry into and exit from markets, in the economy as a whole or in particular sectors and publicize the results of such investigations;
• Participating in deliberations and proceedings of government, government commissions, regulatory authorities and other bodies in relation to competition;
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and other public bodies in all matters relating to competition
• Advise and assist the management in handling and responding to complaints, inquiries and notifications related to competition and recommend the necessary improvements within RICA system.
• Undertake other responsibilities determined by hierarchical supervisors

Job Profile

Master’s degree in Competition Law, Commercial Law, Economic Law, Trade Law, Business Law or Bachelor’s degree in Law with 3 years of relevant working experience.

Key Technical Skills & Knowledge required:
• Knowledge of Electronic equipment and computer hardware and software;
• Leadership skills;
• Coordination, Planning & Organizational Skills;
• Interpersonal Skills;
• Effective Communication Skills;
• Judgment and Decision Making Skills;
• Complex Problem Solving;
• Negotiation Skills;
• Time Management Skills;
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

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