Senior Auditor - Internal Audit Business

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) - Senior Auditor Internal Audit Business

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Senior Auditor- Internal Audit Business. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

This role is responsible for participating in planning, executing, and reporting on business audit and related investigations assignments and ensuring that internal audit engagements provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services that enhance risk management, internal controls, governance processes and compliance with relevant rules and regulations.

If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team 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.

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 3 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

1. Participate in the preparation and execution of the risk-based annual internal audit plan for business operations.
2. Assess risk, evaluate internal controls, review financial and operational systems, and appraise standards of systems while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
3. Identify key operational, financial, compliance, and fraud risks affecting the institution.
4. Lead and perform end-to-end business audits, including planning, fieldwork, testing, analysis, and documentation.
5. Ensure audits are conducted in compliance with the Intemational Auditing Standards.
6. Review working papers to ensure quality, sufficiency, and appropriateness of audit evidence.
7. Provide coaching, on-the-job training, and technical guidance to junior staff
8. Examine and analyze all accounting records, documents, and internal business ofthe organization to ensure financial recording, accuracy and compliance with established international standards, statutory requirements, procedure, and internal controls.
9. Prepare detailed report on business audit findings and make recommendations to improve RSSB's business, accounting, and management practices.
10. Follow up to ensure approved business recommendations are implemented in accordance with the audit reports.
11. Prepare periodic business rectification reports.
12. Conduct the audit of the financial statements and assess accounts for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
13. Carry out regular business continuity and disaster recovery assurance audits to ensure the organization is ready for any eventuality.
14. Inspect intemal systems and controls and assess risk management tactics
15. Report systematic errors or fraud indicators
16. Conduct intemal business investigations and special projects where applicable
17. Provide advisory support to management on control design, process improvement, and risk mitigation without compromising independence.
18. Perform any other duties related to the Audit function as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Experience

1. Master's Degree with specialization in Audit, Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or any other relevant field with at least 3 years of relevant audit experience OR
2. Bachelor's Degree with specialization in Auditing, Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or any other relevant field with at least 5 years of relevant audit experience.
3. At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or senior audit role of audit engagements.
4. CIA, C??, ????, or equivalent recognized professional qualification is required

Technical Competencies:

1. Audit skills (Strong knowledge of international auditing standards).
2. Ability to assess operational, financial, compliance, and fraud risks.
3. Proficiency in audit documentation, report writing, and use of audit tools and data analysis techniques.
4. Knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and regulations. 5. Social security and financial products knowledge.
5. Analytical and quantitative analysis skills
6. Audit planning skills.
7. Time and resources management skills.

Belhavioural Competencies:

1. High level of professional judgment and analytical thinking.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
3. Leadership, team supervision and empowering capabilities.
4. Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
5. High ethical standards, objectivity, integrity & confidentiality, and attention to detail.
6. Client service focus, proactive and engaging.
7. Detail oriented, result and data driven, problem solving & quality decision making. Breakthrough innovation & technology knowledge, driving and managing change.

Work Environment:

1. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
2. Occasional on-call or after-hours support may be required.

Additional Information:

RSSB reserves the right to appoint or to issue an employment contract to the successful candidate.

We encourage young people and all qualified applicants to apply.

Please note that RSSB retains the right to shortlist only candidates who best meet the qualifications and requirements for the role. Interested candidates are advised to submit applications online by Wednesday 25, February 2026.

Application Link: Apply Here

In addition, please attach a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience and positions held relevant to this role. Include your day an evening telephone numbers, email address, names and address of three professional referees. Also, attach copies of your ID, academic and professional qualifications as one upload.

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. RSSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer