Background

Icyerekezo SACCO Nyarugenge (ISN) is a District Savings and Credit Cooperative (D-SACCO) established following the consolidation of ten (10) Umurenge SACCOs operating within Nyarugenge District, in accordance with the Government of Rwanda SACCO consolidation framework. ISN is duly registered under RCA Certificate No. RGDG012866 and licensed by the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR).

In accordance with Law N° 072/2021 of 05/11/2021 governing Deposit-Taking Microfinance Institutions, ISN is authorized to carry out microfinance activities in the Republic of Rwanda.

To achieve its mission and strengthen institutional efficiency, ISN wishes to recruit one (1) competent, committed, and professional employee to join the institution in the position of Administrative Assistant to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision and guidance of the Managing Director, the Administrative Assistant will:

• Work diligently on assigned tasks and deliver quality results on time.
• Comply with instructions of the Managing Director and applicable cooperative laws, regulations, and decisions.
• Properly manage and safeguard work equipment.
• Respect working hours and maintain confidentiality.
• Liaise between the Managing Director’s office, departments, branches, and external partners.
• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the Managing Director’s office.
• Arrange meetings, appointments, and manage the Managing Director’s schedule.
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, scanning, copying, and binding.
• Assist in preparing reports and archiving administrative documents.
• Conduct research and prepare presentations on SACCO market positioning and competition.
• Prepare and monitor invoices and financial documentation.
• Draft documents for meetings and take accurate minutes.
• Develop and improve administrative systems for efficiency.
• Exhibit professional communication through phone calls, email, and correspondence.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Managing Director.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field (Office management)
• Candidates with First Class or Upper Division qualifications are highly preferred.
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience as an Administrative Assistant.
• Working experience must be proven by certificates of service rendered from previous employers.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of French is an added advantage.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Not above 35 years old.

Additional Information

ISN promotes equal opportunity. Qualified females, males, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

No fees or any form of compensation shall be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

Benefits are competitive and aligned with those offered by other financial institutions.

• Work diligently on assigned tasks and deliver quality results on time.
• Comply with instructions of the Managing Director and applicable cooperative laws, regulations, and decisions.
• Properly manage and safeguard work equipment.
• Respect working hours and maintain confidentiality.
• Liaise between the Managing Director’s office, departments, branches, and external partners.
• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the Managing Director’s office.
• Arrange meetings, appointments, and manage the Managing Director’s schedule.
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, scanning, copying, and binding.
• Assist in preparing reports and archiving administrative documents.
• Conduct research and prepare presentations on SACCO market positioning and competition.
• Prepare and monitor invoices and financial documentation.
• Draft documents for meetings and take accurate minutes.
• Develop and improve administrative systems for efficiency.
• Exhibit professional communication through phone calls, email, and correspondence.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Managing Director.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of French is an added advantage.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field (Office management)
• Candidates with First Class or Upper Division qualifications are highly preferred.
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience as an Administrative Assistant.
• Working experience must be proven by certificates of service rendered from previous employers.
• Not above 35 years old.