JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Date: March 16, 2026
Shagasha Tea Company Ltd is one of Rwanda’s leading tea producers, located in the lush and fertile highlands of Rusizi District, Western Province. The company is dedicated to the cultivation, processing, and marketing of high-quality tea for both local and international markets, is seeking to recruit dynamic, self-motivated, and qualified individuals to fill the following vacant position:
Job Title: Office Assistant
Reports to: Managing Director
Department: Administration
Employment type: Full-time employment
Job Purpose:
The Office Assistant to the Head of Company provides high-level administrative, secretarial, and
organizational support to ensure the efficient operation of the Head of company’s office. The role involves managing schedules, correspondence, office coordination, and acting as a key point of contact between the Head of company and internal/external stakeholders.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Administrative & Secretarial support
- Provide comprehensive secretarial support to the Head of company, including typing, filing, photocopying, scanning, and document preparation.
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence (emails, letters, phone calls) on behalf of the Company.
- Draft routine letters, memos, reports, and presentations as directed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date filing systems (both physical and electronic).
2. Office management
- Manage the Head of company’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and
travel arrangements. - Coordinate meetings by preparing agendas, organizing meeting rooms, and ensuring
availability of required materials. - Ensure the Head of company’s office always runs smoothly and professionally.
3. Communication & coordination
- Serve as the first point of contact for the Head of company’s office.
- Liaise with department heads, staff, board members, suppliers, and external partners as
required. - Ensure timely flow of information between the Head of company and relevant stakeholders.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion.
4. Records, reports & documentation
- Maintain records of decisions, correspondence, and official documents from the Company’s management office.
- Assist in compiling management reports, performance summaries, and briefing documents.
- Track deadlines, key actions, and follow-ups related to the Head of company’s directives.
5. General office support
- Support coordination of company events, board meetings, and official visits.
- Assist with special assignments and projects as delegated by the Head of company
- Uphold company policies, procedures, and professional standards within the Head of company’s office.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Office management, Secretarial studies, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a similar administrative or secretarial role, preferably supporting senior management.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- High level of confidentiality, high integrity, and professionalism.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
Working Relationships
Internal: Managing Director, Senior management team, Department heads, Staff
External: suppliers, business partners, Government officials, Visitors
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications in one PDF document addressed to the Managing Director, Shagasha Tea Company Ltd, by email to: recruitment@shagashateas.com
Deadline for application is not later than March 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Application documents must include:
- A signed application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three referees
- Copy of academic certificates
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Done at Shagasha on 16/03/2026
Managing Director/Shagasha Tea Company