Lead, Social Security Products and Benefits Improvem
Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) | Post type: jobs April 20, 2025 - Deadline 05/05/2025 | NumberOfPosition [1]

Job description

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Lead, Social Security Products and Benefits Improvement. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

If you have what it takes to work closely with a dynamic team of medical practitioners and specialists 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 directly contribute to transforming the organization, towards providing soci0-economic well-being, long-term stability and prosperity for Rwandans.

The Lead, Social Security Products and Benefits Improvement will be responsible for leading the analysis and reform of RSSB’s social security offerings to ensure they remain inclusive, efficient, and responsive to Rwanda’s evolving socio economic landscape. The role is responsible for designing new social security products and proposing reforms that enhance coverage, improve benefit adequacy, and strengthen the financial sustainability of RSSB-managed schemes.

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 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.

Key Responsibilities

1. Evaluate national and international literature, and relevant government policies and reports, conduct qualitative and quantitative research to assess data on Social Security programs, trends, and demographics and propose the improvements to the RSSB management.
2. Evaluate existing Social Security policies against international standards and best practices, assess their performance, coverage, and efficiency of RSSB-managed social security schemes (e.g. pensions, maternity, occupational hazards, medical, and community-based health insurance).
3. Identify gaps and areas for product and policy innovation to address coverage gaps, especially among informal sector workers, youth, and other underserved groups.
4. Lead the design and proposal of new social security products, benefit packages, and reforms to enhance inclusiveness, efficiency, and adequacy of the schemes.
5. Work closely with actuarial, legal, and IT teams to ensure that new proposals are financially sound, legally viable, and technologically feasible.
6. Develop policy papers, technical notes, and reform proposals for internal decision-making and submission to government authorities and development partners.
7. Collaborate with national stakeholders including MINALOC, MINECOFIN, labor unions, private sector representatives and international stakeholders to ensure inclusive and coordinated reform processes
8. Track policy proposals and legislative developments and regulatory changes affecting Social Security.
9. Lead a team of professionals responsible for product development, policy research, and benefit analysis and increase the overall performance of the unit.
10. Work with cross-functional teams, including department managers, branch staff, Strategy, Research and Innovation staff, legal experts, to develop and implement policy initiatives.
11. Represent RSSB externally by attending policy briefings and meetings and provide briefs to RSSB management
12. Carry out additional duties as requested by the supervisor

Key Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s degree, with major in Business administration, Economics, public policy, Social Sciences or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Social Security, public health, Social or economic fields, policy analysis, research in the above fields, or other related fields with at least 3 years in a team leadership position
• Experience in policy analysis, research, or related fields.
• Proven quantitative, analytical, and research skills?
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced team environment

• Strong writing skills, especially the ability to communicate policy ideas and legislative proposals concisely and effectively to a diverse range of audiences?
• Proficient in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, statistical analysis programs).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Technical Competencies:

1. Strategic thinking with a strong understanding of social protection principles (equity, sustainability, efficiency).

2. Strong leadership and team management skills.

3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing high-quality policy documents and presenting to senior stakeholders.

4. Ability to engage constructively with diverse stakeholders across government and society.

5. Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and policy evaluation skills.

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving

2. Results Orientation

3. Collaboration and Teamwork

4. Adaptability and Flexibility

5. Innovation and Creativity

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Influence

Additional Information:

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

Interested candidates are advised to submit applications online by Monday, 05 May 2025. 

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.

RSSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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