Risk Specialist      

RwandAir Ltd is the flag carrier airline of Rwanda. It operates domestic and international services to East Africa, Central Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International Airport. Our mission is to provide unsurpassed, safe, and reliable services in air transportation, including strategically linking Rwanda with the outside world while ensuring a fair return on investment. As part of the expansion strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, and competent candidates to fill the following position:

Job Title: Risk Specialist

Reports to: Manager Enterprise, Risk and Compliance

Department: Compliance and Risk

Location: Kigali International Airport (KIA)

Job Purpose

The Risk Specialist supports the enterprise risk management framework by identifying, analyzing, and monitoring risks that may affect the organization’s operations, financial stability, compliance, and reputation. The role assists in maintaining the enterprise risk register, monitoring key risk indicators, and supporting the design and implementation of mitigation strategies in line with ISO 31000 and organizational requirements.

1. Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the development and maintenance of the enterprise risk register by capturing and updating identified risks.
• Assist in risk assessments across operational, financial, safety, compliance, strategic, and reputational areas.
• Monitor and report on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), escalating emerging risks to the Manager Risk, Compliance and Documentation.
• Support the implementation of risk mitigation plans, contingency measures, and corrective actions.
• Contribute to risk analysis for new projects, initiatives, or operational changes.
• Maintain risk-related documentation, dashboards, and databases to ensure accuracy and traceability.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure risk management practices are embedded in daily operations.
• Participate in risk reviews, workshops, and audits as required.
• Prepare risk monitoring reports and presentations for management review.
• Research emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments relevant to enterprise operations.
• Contribute to the integration of risk management into enterprise decision-making.
• Provide analytical support to strengthen the organization’s resilience against operational and strategic risks.
• Promote awareness of risk culture across the organization by supporting training, workshops, and communication initiatives.
• Assist in ensuring the organization’s risk management framework aligns with ISO 31000 and other applicable industry standards.

2. About You – Minimum Standard Qualifications;

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field (mandatory).
• Professional certifications such as Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), ISO 31000 Risk Management Certification, or equivalent are an advantage.

3. About You – Other Desired Competencies & Skills;

Previous Experience:

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in risk management, audit, compliance, or related functions.
• Knowledge of risk management methodologies and frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO ERM).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Ability to interpret risk data and prepare clear, actionable reports.
• Proficiency in risk management systems or reporting tools.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multi-disciplinary teams.
• High ethical standards, attention to detail, and proactive approach.

4. How to Apply:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief HR & Administration Officer;

• Recent Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of Notarized Degree/Diploma certificates
• Relevant certificates;
• Copies of academic papers;
• A photocopy of the Passport/National ID;
• Three referees

The deadline for submitting application documents (Only PDF Format) is December 16, 2025. Please apply via the link: https://erecruitment.rwandair.com/.