Legal Officer

1. About Ecofleet Solutions Ltd.

Ecofleet Solutions Ltd is a government-owned company mandated to transform and modernize public transport service delivery in the City of Kigali. Its mission is to enhance efficiency, reliability, and accessibility of the transport system through data-driven planning, route optimization, fleet management, and close coordination with stakeholders. By setting and enforcing service standards, Ecofleet ensures that Kigali’s growing population has access to safe, reliable, and commuter-friendly transport services.

The company plays a strategic role in managing the city’s bus fleet, including planning renewals to maintain a modern and efficient system, while embracing green mobility solutions such as electric buses to align with Rwanda’s climate goals. Technology underpins Ecofleet’s operations through intelligent transport systems (ITS), GPS tracking, digital performance dashboards, and automated inspections that improve transparency and responsiveness. In addition, Ecofleet oversees shared transport infrastructure—depots, terminals, and bus stops—and manages a unified digital fare collection system that promotes cashless payments, standardizes fares, and ensures accountability. Together, these efforts position Ecofleet as a central driver of Kigali’s sustainable, smart, and integrated public transport future.

2. Purpose for Recruiting

Ecofleet Solutions Ltd is seeking competent, self-motivated, and results-oriented individuals to join its team across various departments and roles. A skilled and solution-driven workforce is essential to supporting Ecofleet’s vision of delivering efficient, reliable, and commuter-friendly public transport services in Kigali. By fostering talent that aligns with innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, Ecofleet ensures its services remain responsive, resilient, and future-ready.

3. Required Staff
Job Title: Legal Officer

Reports to: Head of Legal & Company Secretary

Department: Legal Department

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Job Type: Full-time

1. Role Summary

The Legal Officer supports the Head of Legal & Company Secretary in providing sound legal advice, drafting and reviewing corporate documents, and managing legal risks to protect the commercial and regulatory interests of Ecofleet Solution Ltd.

2. Scope of the Role

The role involves supporting corporate governance, contract management, regulatory compliance, and litigation processes. The Legal Officer works closely with internal departments and external counsel, reporting directly to the Head of Legal & Company Secretary.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and MOUs. 
• Provide legal opinions on labor law, commercial transactions, and intellectual property matters. 
• Maintain statutory records and ensure timely corporate filings with RDB and relevant authorities. 
• Coordinate with external counsel on litigation and represent the company in administrative proceedings where required. 
• Review and update internal policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks across company operations.

4. KPIs for Success

• Contract Turnaround Time: Legal documents reviewed and returned within 48-72 hours.
• Litigation Success Ratio: Minimization of legal exposure and successful out-of-court settlements.
• Corporate Governance: 100% compliance with statutory filing deadlines.

5. Core Competencies & Skills

• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.

6. Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Diploma in Legal Practice (DLP). 
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of post-qualification legal experience in a corporate environment or law firm. 
• Preferred: Experience in logistics, transport, or fleet management sectors is an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email to careers@ecofleet.rw. All application documents must be compiled into one single folder/file labeled with the subject of the position applied for. Applications must include: a cover letter addressed to Aubin RUKERA – Chief Executive Officer, Ecofleet Solutions Ltd, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and contact details of three (3) previous supervisors.

Application deadline: 10 May 2026.

Only candidates who meet the required qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted and contacted for interviews.

Ecofleet Solutions Ltd reserves the right to close or withdraw this advertisement at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Done in Kigali, April 26, 2026.