JOB ADVERTISEMENT – WATER ENGINEER IN SPIU AND LEGAL AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

WASAC Group Ltd invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following positions at its headquarters in Kigali.

1. WATER ENGINEER IN SPIU

Location: Head Office, Kigali
Reports to: Water Program Manager
Nature of Contract: Short-Term Contract
Number of Positions: 5

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Design, analyze, and manage water resource systems, including water supply, stormwater, wastewater, and irrigation systems.
2. Develop engineering designs, including specifications, drawings, and calculations.
3. Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects.
4. Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to Senior Engineers.
5. Ensure that water resource systems are designed and installed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
6. Contribute to the development of water management policies and regulations.
7. Analyze water quality parameters, including chemical composition and microbial contaminants, to assess contamination levels and develop appropriate treatment processes.
8. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends related to water resources engineering.
9. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• A Master's degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant field, with at least four (4) years of relevant experience in a similar organization or function; OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant field, with at least six (6) years of relevant experience in a similar organization.

Applicants must also possess a relevant professional qualification, as applicable to the role, and be registered with the relevant Engineering Board in Rwanda.

2. LEGAL AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Entity: WASAC Development Ltd
Location: Headquarters, Kigali
Reports to: Legal Affairs and Transactions Manager
Nature of Contract: Open-Ended
Number of Positions: 1

Main Functions and Responsibilities

1. Participate in policy dialogue on the legal aspects of implementing Project Implementation Unit (PIU) programs.
2. Build and maintain effective relationships with senior government officials, line ministries, PIUs, development partners, and local and international contractors and consultants.
3. Serve as the legal expert on PIU programs within WASAC Development Ltd.
4. Work closely with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and other funders to align PIU programs with their legal and contractual frameworks.
5. Facilitate the opening of bank accounts, tax and regulatory filings, and corporate restructuring.
6. Draft and review contracts and ensure that procurement and project procedures comply with applicable laws and funder guidelines.
7. Support case preparation and represent, or assist in representing, the company in court and dispute resolution proceedings.
8. Review complaints and grievances raised through project risk management and grievance redress mechanisms and advise on their legal implications.
9. Advise on the legal and regulatory aspects of financial operations in line with Rwandan law and funder requirements.
10. Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions on referred matters.
11. Train staff on relevant legal issues.
12. Attend departmental meetings and provide legal input.
13. Adhere to the WASAC Code of Conduct.
14. Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Law with at least five (5) years of relevant experience; OR
• A Master's degree in Law with at least three (3) years of relevant experience.

A Diploma in Legal Practice, such as one from the Institute of Legal Practice and Development (ILPD), or a recognized qualification in legal drafting is required.

Experience with donor-funded projects or development partner procedures, such as those of the African Development Bank (AfDB) or the World Bank, is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies

Job specific skills: Legal drafting, legal research, negotiation, analytical thinking, communication, and integrity.

Core competency: Customer care, including the ability to place WASAC customers at the center of decisions and deliver reliable, high-quality service to internal and external customers.

Behavioral competencies: Teamwork, communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, initiative, and integrity.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. A job application letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of WASAC Group Ltd.
2. Copies of relevant academic degree certificates.
3. Service certificate(s) as proof of relevant work experience. Service certificates are mandatory.

APPLICATION LINKS

1. Water Engineer in SPIU
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2. Legal Affairs Specialist
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Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.