Lead, Medical Access Partnerships (CBHI)

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Lead, Medical Access Partnerships (CBHI)

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Lead, Medical Access Partnerships. 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 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.

Reporting to the Manager, Medical Access and Partnerships, the Lead, Medical Access Partnerships will be responsible for establishing and managing partnership contracts with health service providers and facilitating proper access to healthcare services for CBHI beneficiaries.

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. 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. Coordinate the health service provider partnerships need assessment and preparation of related reports
2. Review calls for application to Health Service Provider interested in partnership with CBHI scheme
3. Coordinate the assessment of submitted application files, identify eligible applicant and review related reports
4. Coordinate inspection visits to health service providers requesting for partnerships and ensure related reports are prepared
5. Establish and manage partnership contracts with health service providers and ensure quality healthcare services
6. Monitor the execution of partnership contracts with Health Service Providers and ensure adherence to contract obligation
7. Coordinate the preparation and the review of eligibility criteria for partnership
8. Ensure good relationships with potential health facilities and existing partners
9. Communicate and present information to stakeholders about all contract-related matters
10. Coordinate the preparation of meetings between RSSB and Health Service Providers
11. Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote RSSB image
12. Advise on new medical service/product to be included or excluded in benefits package
13. Participate in the elaboration of policies and procedures, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to CBHI scheme
14. Participate in the development of CBHI Benefits function’s strategic and operational plans and their related budgets and ensure their successful implementation
15. Perform any other duties related to Partnership and Access function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Social Security Administration, Insurance, Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy, Health Sciences, Health Administration, Hospital Administration or any other relevant field preferably with 2 years relevant experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Security Administration, Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy, Health Sciences, Nursing, Health Administration, Hospital Administration other relevant field preferably with 4 years relevant experience

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. The role holder must have sound understanding in public health policies and social security legislation
2. The role holder must demonstrate in-depth experience in partnerships development and management
3. The incumbent must have strong knowledge in demographics and epidemiology
4. The incumbent must have sound understanding in data analysis and management

Behavioral Competencies: 

1. Must demonstrate impeccable customer service focus, strategic thinking, and strong ethical background with an ability to resist and zero tolerance for corrupt, political and other undesirable influences;
2. Must be able to establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and staff alike;
3. Must be open to change and adapt established methods for new uses within the institution;

Additional Information:

The position is based in Kigali, Rwanda and applicants must be willing to relocate outside their countries of domicile.

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

Interested candidates are advised to visit the RSSB website for a more detailed job description for the role, and submit your application online by Tuesday 24 June 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.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a valid Criminal Clearance Certificate.

RSSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer