Senior Legal Officer, Board Services at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB): (Deadline 15 April 2025)
Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Senior Legal Officer, Board Services
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Legal Officer, Board 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 drive the strategic goals of RSSB Board through the provision of legal advice, and guidance on the mandate of the board. You will facilitate board meetings while promoting a compliance culture within the organisation.
If you have what it takes to work closely with the board 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 Company Secretary, the Senior Legal Officer, Board Services will be responsible for providing legal advice on Board matters including corporate governance, Board members responsibilities and assisting the Company Secretary in preparation and organisation of the Board of Directors meetings and in following up the implementation of Board resolutions.
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
- Participate in the development of the Board charter, corporate governance policy and other documents related to the Board affairs
- Assist the Legal Counsel Board Services by analysing options to address Board related matters in an efficient and effective manner
- Assist the Legal Counsel Board Services in coordinating the preparation and submission of documents to be considered by the Board including Board papers, reports, policies, strategies, etc
- Advise Board members on their responsibilities and legal requirements applicable to them
- Monitor terms of Board members to ensure that the Board can deliberate in accordance with the law
- Address requests from Board members
- Liaise with focal persons of Board Committees to ensure that Board meetings are scheduled as agreed, required documents are submitted in due time and follow up the implementation of Board resolutions
- Ensure that Board members understand their duties and functions and are provided with the appropriate information and engagement for them to fulfil their duties and functions
- Arrange Board meetings with external stakeholders
- Participate in Board Secretarial Services
- Perform any other duties related to the Board and Legal Services function as may be assigned from time to time.
Key Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate must have at least:
- Master’s Degree in Business Law or any other relevant field with at least 2 years relevant experience
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law with at least 4 years relevant experience
- 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 corporate governance and risk management;
- The incumbent must have expertise in providing strategic legal advice;
- The holder must have high self-organisation skills and business orientation
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;
- 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 Tuesday, 15 April 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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