Officer, Forensic Services at The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): (Deadline 5 June 2025)

Officer, Forensic Services at The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): (Deadline 5 June 2025)

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Officer, Forensic Services

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Officer, Forensic Services. 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 completing and delivering forensic service requests with compliance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.

If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team and you are passionate about being part of a mission-driven organisation that prioritises the well-being of millions of individuals, then we are looking for you.

Reporting to Manager, Forensic Services & Anti-fraud, the Officer, Forensic Services will be responsible for conducting forensic seizure, analysis, and technical support; and contributing to the development and maintenance of the forensic environment within RSSB.

About RSSB

The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) has the mandate to manage and promote social security in Rwanda. RSSB’s vision is to provide a comprehensive social security system that caters to the diverse social security needs of the population, RSSB plays an important role in realising Vision 2050 and the National Strategy for Transformation (NST1). RSSB manages six social security schemes, namely: Pension, Occupational Hazards, Medical scheme, CBHI, Maternity Leave Benefits and EjoHeza (Long-term Term Saving Scheme).

As a leading player in the financial sector, RSSB serves as the largest institutional investor in Rwanda. With assets under management amounting to 2.06 trillion Rwf , which is equivalent to over 15% of the country’s GDP, RSSB invests in key sectors of the economy and plays a crucial role in growing the country’s financial sector. With approximately 12 million members in the above six schemes, encompassing over 90% of Rwanda’s population, RSSB is at the forefront of securing the health and financial well-being of Rwandans.

To achieve its important mandate, RSSB is embarking on a transformative journey, aiming to become a modern, data-driven, and high-performing institution. As part of this ambitious initiative, we are seeking highly motivated individuals who are results-oriented and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. By joining RSSB, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the advancement of social security and overall transformation of Rwanda.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, ready to embrace innovation and change, and eager to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, then RSSB is the place for you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Draft reports with findings and recommendations and ensure accurate and complete information of forensic work on the electronic case management system
2. Complete and deliver forensic service requests with compliance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations
3. Give evidence of events and investigations asked by management and support in forensic investigations
4. Implement relevant forensic standards and procedures
5. Identify, and clearly define forensic issues and root causes and support the development of corrective actions
6. Prepare work papers to adequately document investigations performed with supporting evidence for all forensic findings
7. Prepare detailed reports of forensic examinations and execute field assignments to obtain relevant evidence and information
8. Maintain confidentiality and discretion in carrying out all the duties and keep detailed records of all the suspicious activities
9. Engage with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the course of work while upholding and promoting RSSB’s image
10. Update evidentiary material to support the findings and the contents of the electronic case/project management system
11. Update evidentiary material to support the findings and the contents of the electronic case/project management system
12. Participate in various meetings (internal and external forums) and provide comments/ opinions on matters affecting or concerning the function
13. Engage and work collaboratively with teams from the other functions
14. Prepare and submit periodic and annual reports as required
15. Perform any other duties related to the Forensic Services function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

1. Master’s Degree in Business Law, Regulatory Affairs, Auditing, Corporate Governance, Forensics, Fraud Management, Risk Management, or any other relevant field preferably with at least 2 years relevant experience

OR

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Forensics, or any other relevant field preferably with at least 2 years relevant experience
2. Professional certification in forensic services as an added advantage

 Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. The role holder must have a sound understanding of forensic services and risk management
2. The role holder must demonstrate in-depth experience in fraud management and investigations skills
3. The incumbent must have strong knowledge in business continuity and compliance management skills
4. The incumbent must have social security laws, policies, and regulations and sector trends
5. The incumbent must have a sound understanding of data analysis and draw inferences connect the dots

Behavioural Competencies:

1. Must demonstrate impeccable customer service focus, confidentiality, integrity and strong ethical background with an ability to resist and zero tolerance for corrupt, political and other undesirable influences;
2. Must demonstrate problem solving, decision making, tech savvy, and innovative skills;
3. Must be able to establish and maintain excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
4. Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
5. Must be open to change and adapt established methods for new uses within the institution.

Additional Information:

RSSB reserves the right to appoint or to issue an employment contract to the successful candidate.

Interested candidates are advised to submit your application online by Friday 30, May, 2025.

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. Also, attach copies of your academic and professional qualifications.

RSSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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