JOB VACANCY

Position Title: Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd/NYAGATARE, KARUSHUGA

Type of Contract: Permanent

Deadline: 8^th April 2025

Job Overview

Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd is a fruit of joint venture Company established between the Government of Rwanda through its Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (Majority shareholder) with Netafim Ltd, an Israeli Company that offers global leadership in the agriculture manufacturing industry. Both parties signed a Joint Venture-JV and Engineering Procurement and Construction-EPC agreements on February, 23^rd 2019 to initiate Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Project Phase I (5600/15600 Ha). The project shall cover Karangazi and Rwimiyaga Sector, of Nyagatare district. Phase II of the project is expected to extend to both north and south parts of phase I reaching to Gatsibo District.

We are seeking to recruit a competent candidate to fill the position of a Chief Finance Officer whose responsibility to ensure strategic leadership and overall financial operation management of Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd (GAH Ltd).

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd will oversee and manage all financial activities, ensure financial integrity, and play a key role in the strategic decision-making processes.

The CFO will provide leadership for all financial functions, including financial planning, risk management, accounting, and compliance, and will work closely with the senior management team to align the organization’s financial strategies with its long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy in alignment with Gabiro Agribusiness Hub’s growth plans.
• Lead the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Provide strategic advice to the CEO and Board of Directors on financial matters, including capital structure and investment opportunities.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of timely and accurate financial reports (balance sheets, profit/loss statements, cash flow statements).
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations and standards, including tax and audit requirements.
• Maintain relationships with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and other relevant entities to ensure the organization remains compliant with industry standards.

Financial Risk Management:

• Identify and manage financial risks across the organization, including currency, commodity, and credit risks.
• Develop strategies to mitigate financial risks while optimizing the company’s financial performance.
• Oversee internal controls and audit processes to ensure financial integrity and transparency.

Investment Management:

• Lead fundraising and financing efforts, including managing relationships with banks, investors, and other financial partners.
• Assess and advise on the allocation of capital and resources for key investments, projects, and expansion initiatives.
• Monitor investment performance and advise on strategic adjustments as necessary.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage and mentor the finance team, ensuring the development of talent and maintaining a high-performing finance function.
• Promote a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the finance team.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Provide clear and insightful financial information to the CEO, Board, and other key stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Represent the finance function to external stakeholders, including regulators, auditors, and investors.

Sustainability and Growth:

• Contribute to sustainable financial practices, ensuring that the company’s operations and financial performance align with environmental and social responsibility goals.
• Identify opportunities for business growth, both in the short and long term, through strategic financial planning.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Master’s degree Finance, Accounting is preferred.
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Completed or at least professional level of ACCA/Advanced Level of CPA is required. Additional relevant certifications will be valued
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 2 years in a senior leadership role (preferably in agribusiness, agriculture, or manufacturing sectors).
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and industry best practices.
• Proven experience in financial strategy, risk management, and fundraising.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting, financial management software’s and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience in the Rwandan agribusiness or agriculture sector is highly desirable.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions.

Application Procedure

Other documents that are needed to be submitted by candidates

• Application letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of GAH Ltd.
• A copy of a required degree
• A Copy of National Identity Card (ID)
• Curriculum Vitae with 3 reference persons and their contacts;
• The required working experience must be proven.

The interested applicants shall submit their application files, in PDF as single document via recruitment@gah.rw by not later than 8^th April 2025, at 5:00 PM.

Done on, 28^th March 2025

Aloysius NGARAMBE

Chief Executive Officer

Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd