Cashier Job at Alight Rwanda | Apply by 1 November 2026

About Alight Rwanda

Alight Rwanda, formerly known as the American Refugee Committee, has delivered humanitarian programs since 1994. Operating in all five refugee camps in Rwanda, Alight provides integrated services in protection, health, livelihoods, and community development.

The organization has pioneered initiatives such as the SASA! methodology to promote gender equality, reduce gender-based violence, and empower vulnerable populations. Through resilience and innovation, Alight Rwanda contributes to sustainable outcomes for refugee and host communities.

Primary purpose of the role

The Cashier will be responsible for collecting daily cash payments from outpatient and inpatient service users.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Collect daily revenue from health facility clients and patients.
• Submit a daily handover of the final cash total to the Principal Cashier for deposit into the health facility’s bank account.
• Hand over all collected revenue to the Chief Cashier or Accountant in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure collected revenue is deposited into the health facility’s bank account through the authorized process.
• Check and properly file receipts for consultations, medicines, and complementary tests.
• Coordinate cashier activities and ensure fund-entry operations are carried out accurately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum qualifications

• A2 or A1 qualification in Accountancy; or
• A2 or A1 qualification in Commerce and Accountancy.

Required knowledge

• Knowledge of cashiering principles, practices, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of business law.
• Working knowledge of applying data processing to accounting operations.
• Some knowledge of auditing principles and practices.
• Some knowledge of office practices and systems.

Key behaviors and abilities

• Strong numerical and cash-handling skills, with the ability to accurately receive, record, and process cash and other financial transactions in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to Alight’s program vision, mission, and organizational values.
• Honesty, integrity, accountability, and confidentiality when handling cash, financial documents, and sensitive information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff, suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in recording transactions, issuing receipts, maintaining cash records, and reconciling daily collections.
• Initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills to identify and report cash discrepancies and resolve routine financial issues.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate records.
• Commitment to financial policies, internal controls, cash-handling procedures, and safeguarding funds.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Accountant and other departments to support timely financial reporting, cash reconciliation, and efficient financial operations.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications to the Alight Rwanda Executive Director through the official online application link.

Prepare one combined document containing:

• A one-page cover letter.
• An updated CV of no more than three pages.
• A copy of your diploma.
• A copy of your ID.
• Names, titles, and contact details of three relevant professional referees, including your most recent employer or supervisor.

Clearly indicate Cashier as the position applied for in the subject line.