Senior Partnership Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB)

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) - Senior Partnership Officer

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Partnership Officer. 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 a major transformation that will drive strategic initiatives through building and maintaining strategic partnerships, strengthen the influence and impact of the business and efficiently create remarkable social impact as a result. 

If you have what it takes to work closely with an effective team and you are passionate about being part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes the well-being of millions of individuals, then we are looking for you. In this pivotal role, you will be an instrumental contributor to transforming the organization, towards providing soci0-economic well-being, long-term stability and prosperity for Rwandans. 

Reporting to the Head, Enterprise Solutions, the Senior Partnership Officer will be responsible for  building and maintaining strategic relationships with key stakeholders and partners. 

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 realizing 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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identify potential partnership opportunities and initiate collaborations with key stakeholders, vendors, and industry partners

2. Serve as the primary point of contact for partners, effectively communicating and managing expectations, requirements, and deliverables

3. Coordinate and facilitate meetings, presentations, and discussions with partners to align on technical solutions, roadmaps, and project implementation

4. Proactively identify and address potential issues or challenges within partnerships, proposing and implementing resolutions in a timely manner

5. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with partners, fostering trust and promoting a collaborative environment

6. Monitor and report on the progress and performance of partnerships, providing regular updates to internal stakeholders

7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and solutions teams, to ensure alignment and integration of partnership initiatives

8. Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to establish and strengthen partner relationships

9. Readily available to assist with any additional related tasks as assigned by manager

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering) or equivalent experience

2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a partnership management or business development role, preferably within the technology industry

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. Proven track record of successfully establishing and managing complex technical partnerships

2. Strong understanding of the organization's products, services, and technical capabilities

3. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

4. Proficient in project management methodologies and tools

5. Familiarity with relevant technologies, frameworks, and industry trends

6. Experience with contract negotiation and management

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills

2. Strong organizational and time management abilities

3. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills

4. Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

5. Collaborative and team-oriented approach

6. Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment

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 Monday 13, May 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