Job Opportunities at Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM)
Job Opportunities

Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) | Type: Job
Published: 2024-10-28 | Deadline: 2024-11-01

1. Job Title: Business Development Specialist

Job responsibilities

  1. Develop and execute a strategy for discovering and securing new business opportunities either locally, regionally, or nationally.

  2. Develop strategies by evaluating; business development risks and potentials;

  3. Assesses potential development partners for industrial sponsorship projects;

  4. Evaluate, determine, and realizes quarterly industrial growth reports.

  5. Create a business development database in order to evaluate performance and organize establishments and prospective development partners' information

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Commerce with 3 years of relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Entrepreneurship with 3 years of relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Economics with 3 years of relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness with 3 years of relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s degree in Commerce with 1-year relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s degree in Economics with 1-year relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s degree in Agribusiness with 1-year relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship with 1-year relevant experience in the field of trade, Industry and Project Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

  • Multi-tasking skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities and keep up with project scope changes

  • Quick learner who is easily able to learn new products, systems, applications and technologies

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Good presentation skills, and ability to communicate with various audiences, including end users, managers.

  • Self-starter with leadership skills in order to take charge of or facilitate Requirement gathering sessions

  • Able to work well with both internal and external partners.

  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda is essential, French is an advantage.

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2. Job Title: E-Commerce Specialist

Job responsibilities

  • Assist in drafting policies, strategies and legal frameworks that foster digital trade in line with national and international trade regulations,

  • Ensure alignment of e-commerce strategies with broader government goals for trade, innovation, and digital transformation,

  • Design and implement programs to promote digital trade, helping local businesses expand their Business through e-commerce platforms,

  • Engage in data-driven decision-making for planning, execution, and optimization of e-commerce development in Rwanda,

  • Facilitate the development of an e-commerce ecosystem, including partnerships with private sector actors such as FinTech, payment providers, and logistics companies,

  • Ensure the existence of robust e-commerce consumer protection regulations to build trust in online transactions, including protection from fraud, data breaches, and unfair practices,

  • Promote improvements in logistics and delivery systems to ensure efficient fulfilment of e-commerce transactions, particularly in rural areas,

  • Work with stakeholders to improve the adoption of e-payment systems, ensuring secure and reliable payment methods for businesses and consumers,

  • Represent the Ministry in regional and international forums on e-commerce and digital trade,

  • Participate in negotiations or consultations on trade agreements, ensuring that the country’s e-commerce interests are well-represented,

  • Promote cross-border e-commerce by ensuring the Ministry supports businesses in expanding their digital presence in international markets,

  • Engage with stakeholders, including local businesses, trade associations, and development partners, to promote e-commerce adoption,

  • Collaborate with internal departments to strategize on the e-business development opportunities and enhancements from concept to delivery;

  • Continually audit e-commerce platforms for performance and drive recommendations for improvements,

  • Provide reports and recommendations to senior officials on the effectiveness of e-commerce programs and suggest areas for improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information and Communication Technology

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Software Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master's Degree in Information Technology

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunication Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Master's Degree in Telecommunication Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Master's Degree in Information Management System

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Business Information Technology

    1 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Management system

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Digital Marketing

    3 Years of relevant experience

  • Master’s Degree in Digital Marketing

    1 Years of relevant experience

Required competencies and key technical skills

  • Communication

  • Problem solving skills

  • Decision making skills

  • Time management skills

  • Risk management skills

  • Results oriented

  • Digital literacy skills

  • Knowledge of research and development of ICT policies and strategies

  • Knowledge in financial technology applications like mobile financial services, e-Banking etc

  • Business skills

  • Resource management skills

  • Analytical skills

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills

  • Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda; working knowledge of French is an added advantage.

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