Legal Counsel, Contracts and Conveyancing at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): (Deadline 11 January 2024)

Legal Counsel, Contracts and Conveyancing at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): (Deadline 11 January 2024)

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Legal Counsel, Contracts and Conveyancing 

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Legal Counsel, Contracts and Conveyancing. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to advocating for legal correctness, this is the opportunity for you!

The Rwanda Social Security Board aspires to transform towards a modern, high performing institution that is committed towards high standards of governance and the provision of efficient and effective management of Board affairs.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be a source of influence in advising the team on legal, regulatory, policy and contract issues and serving in negotiations, prevention of fraud, money laundering, looking out for the rights and concerns around intellectual property, and more – all in accordance with the law.

If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team of Directors 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 the Chief Board and Legal Services Officer, the Legal Counsel, Contracts and Conveyancing will be responsible for negotiating and drafting of agreements implicating RSSB, assisting in handling regulatory inquiries and regulatory enforcement matters as well as other legal matters.

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

• Advise relevant executives of the key legal risks of the proposed projects and contracts, including legal and regulatory issues to be addressed early in the process
• Work to make all contractual documents compliant with relevant laws and regulations and RSSB policies
• Protect RSSB’s intellectual property to prevent loss/infringement by third parties through trademarks, copyrights, patents and other appropriate safeguards
• Assist the Chief by providing advice to relevant executives in meeting obligations associated with contracts and agreements
• Negotiate, draft and review agreements impacting RSSB
• Drive contract lifecycle from drafting through completion of the negotiation process, and/or contract execution
• Manage contract change control process and related correspondence requiring legal input
• Coordinate provision of technical assistance and training to relevant internal and external stakeholders in matters related to contracts and conveyancing
• Coordinate with procurement team and user departments to provide guidance on contractual requirements and ensure contract requirements are fulfilled
• Protect the interest of RSSB and ensure protection against fraud and money laundering activities
• Coordinate and collaborate with other insurance companies and deal with matters related to subrogation
• Manage, evaluate and award staff under his/her direct supervision
• Review and submit required reports to the Chief Board and Legal Services Officer
• Conduct research to identify legal ownership of properties by assessing government land registry documents
• Prepare property lease agreements to ensure contracts are signed on the scheduled date of transfer
• Oversee the fast-tracking and diligent handling of land title transfers before the Lands Registry, and Local Authorities
• Perform any other duties related to Contracts and Conveyancing function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Law with at least 4 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law with at least 6 years’ relevant experience, 2 of which should have been in supervisory role
• Membership to the Rwanda Bar Association is an added advantage

Key Competencies

Technical Competencies:

• The role holder must have sound understanding in social security legal framework, social security governance and regulation compliance;
• The role holder must demonstrate in-depth knowledge in obligation, business, insurance or tax law;
• The incumbent must have strong knowledge in the management of legal affairs and legal proceedings;
• The incumbent must have sound understanding in law drafting skills and contract management;
• The incumbent must have experience in project planning and resource management.

Behavioural Competencies: 

• Must demonstrate impeccable customer service focus, strategic thinking, and strong ethical background with an ability to resist and zero tolerance for corrupt, political and other undesirable influences;
• Must be able to establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and staff alike, with the ability to lead and empower others;
• Must be detail-oriented, with impeccable rigour, result and data driven, and must demonstrate the ability to solve problems and make quality decisions whilst driving and managing change;
• Must be open to change and adapt established methods for new uses within the institution;
• Must be business oriented, tech-savvy and open to champion breakthrough innovation.

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  11 January 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