Background

As part of Rwanda's ambitious long-term development plan to become a high-income country by 2050, we are transforming our financial sector through innovative initiatives. The Umurenge Savings and Credit Cooperatives (U-SACCOs), now consolidated into District SACCOs (D-SACCOs), play a pivotal role in creating inclusive financial systems across Rwanda. We are seeking an exceptional leader to drive this transformation forward.

The U-SACCOs were established as part of the National Savings Mobilization Strategy, with 416 cooperatives serving over 3.2 million members nationwide. Following successful automation under a shared Core Banking System, the next stage is consolidating these into 30 D-SACCOs. This strategic move aims to enhance operational efficiency and expand financial services across districts.

Job Summary

We invite applications for the position of Head of Finance and Administration. The Head of Finance and Administration will oversee the financial operations and administrative functions of the District SACCO, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and supporting the organization’s strategic objectives. Reporting to the Managing Director, this role involves setting financial strategies, managing budgets, and guiding financial planning to promote sustainable growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency and high-quality performance.
• Supervise and support departmental staff in their roles.
• Participate in management meetings and contribute to decision-making.
• Develop and implement departmental strategies in collaboration with senior management.
• Formulate and ensure the implementation of relevant policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Manage relationships with staff, members, customers, and external partners.
• Prepare financial and operational reports for stakeholders.
• Oversee accounting, treasury, human resource, procurement, and logistics operations.
• Maintain awareness of the financial position and address potential issues.
• Forecast financial results and manage budgets.
• Evaluate investments and recommend cost reduction strategies.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Chairman or MD.

Qualifications & Experience required

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with 10+ years in senior management in microfinance or banking
• Minimum 5 years in finance and administration.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) preferred.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of data analysis metrics.
• Fluent in English; French is an advantage.

• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency and high-quality performance.
• Supervise and support departmental staff in their roles.
• Participate in management meetings and contribute to decision-making.
• Develop and implement departmental strategies in collaboration with senior management.
• Formulate and ensure the implementation of relevant policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Manage relationships with staff, members, customers, and external partners.
• Prepare financial and operational reports for stakeholders.
• Oversee accounting, treasury, human resource, procurement, and logistics operations.
• Maintain awareness of the financial position and address potential issues.
• Forecast financial results and manage budgets.
• Evaluate investments and recommend cost reduction strategies.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Chairman or MD.

• Strong leadership
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of data analysis metrics

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) preferred