Terms of Reference | Finance and Operations Manager – SPRUIK LTD
Location: Kigali | Deadline: 5 October 2025
TIN: 103694233
Tel: +250 790 008 829
info@spruik.rw | www.spruik.rw
TERMS OF REFERENCE | FINANCE AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
About Spruik
spruik /spruːk/ – verb – to promote or publicise.
Spruik is an environmental communications agency based in Rwanda. Founded in 2015, we offer strategic communications, public relations and marketing services to a diverse range of local and international clientele. While our main area of expertise is in the environment and green economy sector, we also engage in projects related to tourism, entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and community development.
Values Driven
Our motto “Do good work with good people” drives our culture of performance and client engagement. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, honesty, excellence, efficiency, and commitment. Additionally, together, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment at work and in our day-to-day lives.
To better serve our growing clientele, we are recruiting a full-time Finance and Operations Manager who will support our team to deliver top of the line services and ensure our finances and operations run smoothly. Below are more details on this exciting opportunity.
Tasks Description
Under supervision of the Managing Director, the employee will:
- Uphold the values of Spruik, champion Spruik’s Code of Conduct and contribute to an inclusive, safe, friendly and harmonious work environment
- Oversee the finance department and ensure the company meets the International Financial Reporting Standards
- Manage tendering processes including procurement systems, and bid submissions
- Develop the business plan and updated rate card of services with the support of the Managing Director
- Prepare and present quarterly and annual budgets for the company
- Maintain cash flow and working capital and ensuring controls are put in place for tax planning and investment purposes
- Oversee the operations of the company, including contract management, office space and equipment, transport and renewals of subscriptions to online workspace tools 1
- Manage the accounting staff of the company by scrutinising all the transactions (quotes, invoices, LPOs, payables and receivables)
- Manage suppliers and consultants for Spruik to ensure they deliver as expected, including the company’s legal representative
- Manage human resources including recruitment, hiring, performance appraisal and payroll
- Maintain the proper use of the company’s non-current assets and ensure they are kept under safe custody and in good condition
- Establish, coordinate and ensure compliance with office policies and procedures, legal and regulatory requirements related to operations.
- Serve as a key point of contact for financial and operational inquiries and communicate financial information to stakeholders
- Advise and support the Managing Director on business strategy and development
- Day to day collaboration with the Communication Manager to ensure good performance and return on ongoing projects, including supporting on reporting to clients
- Ensure continuous improvement of customer service and client care
- Maintain excellent customer and supplier relationship management
- Write and reply to relevant letters and emails on behalf of the Managing Director
- Prepare periodic financial statements and reports for management that analyse trends and performance over time for strategic decision-making
- Process payments to suppliers and staff on time after presenting all required financial documents in the required order
- Maintain electronic and manual filing systems
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Any other task as required by the supervisor
Skills and Attitudes
The employee should demonstrate the following:
- Proven work experience as Finance and Operations Manager or similar role
- Degree in Business, Operations Management, Accounting or related field
- Demonstrate business, and commercial acumen and drive for execution.
- Strong knowledge of financial analysis and reporting
- Leadership ability and strong teamwork
- Sense of accountability
- Critical thinking skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask
- Motivation and ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills through various platforms (phone calls, SMS, social media, emails, etc.)
- An understanding of the use of Google Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc)
- A collaborative and proactive attitude
- Time management and prioritisation skills
- Attentive to detail and ability to deliver on time with minimised supervision
- Self-disciplined and well-mannered
- Strong skills in using accounting tools (QuickBooks and advanced Excel)
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly
In addition to the above-mentioned skills, the candidate should have a good command of English and Kinyarwanda with proven skills of writing and speaking both languages proficiently. Possession of personal equipment and software, including a laptop is an advantage.
Spruik Responsibilities
Spruik is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair and inclusive workplace where employees are supported to perform their duties effectively.
The gross monthly salary range for this role is between Rwf 1,000,000 and Rwf 1,200,000 – negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, Spruik provides benefits that promote work-life balance such as a generous leave policy, quarterly wellness days, medical insurance and team social events.
Application Process
Interested candidates should fill an online application form found here not later than 3 October 2025 at 11:59 pm CAT.
The successful candidate should be willing to commit to a minimum of two years employment with Spruik.
For further information about Spruik and its mission, please visit www.spruik.rw. For any other questions, please email recruitment@spruik.rw.
