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  • Trade Finance Officer – Imports

    Trade Finance Officer – Imports

    Job Details
    Operations: a range of essential and complex services to ensure processes across the bank work as effectively and efficiently as possible
    Job Purpose
    To ensure that Import Letters of Credit and Documents are well scrutinized, captured, processed and released accurately within the required time periods with minimum risk and cost to the Bank, thereby providing a high standard of professionalism and customer service.
    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

    Providing Excellent customer service
    Following up and contacting clients- Customer Care Centre (CCC) and CIB Client Services in a timely and need basis.
    Processing transactions accurately within turnaround times
    Assessment of customer needs, so as to provide effective solutions to customer queries and problems.
    Educating/ updating customers continuously regarding the ITC products and services as and when required.
    Ensuring excellent telephone standards are adhered to at all times.
    Representing the customer’s needs to an internal third party in the best way possible.
    Transaction Processing and Minimizing Risk.
    Meeting agreed turnaround times on trade products.
    Ensuring 100% product knowledge.
    Ensuring that Import Letters of Credit and Documents are captured accurately.
    Following of laid down procedures, checking documentation for correct completeness and ensuring compliance with the ICC rules and regulations of GRG.
    Prioritizing high-risk issues.
    Reporting tools (such as workflow) that are not functional.
    Effective decision making in terms of reporting and referring any potential losses/ problems to the Team Leader or Trade Manager.
    Processing transactions timely within set turnaround times.
    Educating (recording new events regarding transactions) and creating fraud awareness.
    Ensuring that due diligence checks are conducted and special instructions are complied with.
    Controlling/Monitoring Costs
    Ensuring that losses are reduced by adhering to laid down procedures.
    Ensuring that correct revenue is recovered.
    Ensure effective stationery and telephone management.
    Ensuring that productivity targets are met per product specified
    Ensuring Import Bills and maturities are monitored and settled promptly

    Preferred Qualification And Experience
    Relevant University Degree from a recognised University.
    Professional Qualifications

    Banking examinations desirable.
    Experience in Foreign Trade and funds transfers is mandatory
    Exposure to banking operations is desirous

    Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise

    Knowledge of documentary credits, including International Rules and Regulations such as UCP 600, URR 525, Incoterms, SWIFT, Standby practices ISBP 928 and URDG.
    An understanding of the role of the Frontline Offices
    A basic understanding of the role of credit division and credit aspects
    A basic understanding of Nostro and Vostro Accounts
    An in depth knowledge of Bank Guarantees, Letters of Credit and the implications/ risks therein
    An in depth knowledge and understanding of indemnities
    Working knowledge of IBSNET and T24 systems are important
    Problem Solving: Highly analytical. Transforms strategy into action. Evaluates broad ranging issues and selects optimum path to achieve longer-term business objectives.
    Follow Through: Ensures that objectives are being met to the required standards, on time, and continues to monitor and ensure effectiveness.
    Technical Competence: Demonstrates the willingness and capacity to acquire the necessary level of technical competence for the job.
    Customer orientation: Defines for the team what relationship is appropriate with other business units. Drives business effectiveness with a balance between external customer relations and the bank’s need for risk management in mind.

  • Internal Audit Manager IT Auditor

    Internal Audit Manager IT Auditor

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    The role provides support in ensuring the achievement of the Internal Audit function objectives which is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services that are designed to add value and improve the Bank’s operations.Assist the Bank and the Group in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to the evaluation and improvement of the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.
    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

    The Audit Manager will be charged with the responsibility of providing assurance to various stakeholders, that risks are effectively managed to an acceptable degree and the responsibility of providing professional input and support to audit teams and respective auditee’s on audit issues.
    Carry out audits, ensuring effective planning, execution, and reporting.
    Track audit issues with a view to assist management in ensuring that the agreed resolution action plans are implemented timeously to mitigate risks.
    Responsible for the implementation and adoption (within the Department or Section) of all Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions related requirements contained in policies, procedures and processes to the extent they relate to / are applicable to the department.

    Key performance measures

    Leading and building a team of competent and engaged individuals with sufficient knowledge, skills, experience and professional certifications to meet the requirements of the function.
    Contribution to the successful achievement of Group Internal Audit strategic objectives.
    Design and implementation of a comprehensive, robust and fit for purpose audit approach and capability for the assignments on the plan.
    Efficiency and effectiveness – including leveraging other assurance providers to manage end-to-end assurance chain (embed combined assurance), and deployment of appropriate techniques, methods and approaches (such as data analytics) to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, etc.
    Reporting significant issues related to the risk management, control and governance processes of entities within the Group. This includes the reporting of emerging trends and the provision of potential improvements to those processes and information concerning the resolution of such issues.

    Preferred Qualification And Experience

    University degree preferably in Accounting, Economics or Finance
    Accounting qualification with a reputable body such as CIIA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA or CA.
    Minimum of 7 years of diversified experience in auditing including experience in a supervisory position.
    Relevant experience in a banking environment is essential.

    Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise

    Effective leadership skills and experience in providing strategic and tactical direction and focus to a team of audit professionals.
    Relationships management: Establish relationships that facilitate effective engagement with senior levels of management and executives without compromising independence, objectivity and ethics in any way.
    Communicating the key issues with impact;
    High levels of energy and determination. The ability to work under stretched / demanding conditions and have flexibility to travel as required.

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  • Chief Accountant

    Chief Accountant

    Job description
    Job Details
    Finance: Budgeting and forecasting, creating interim and annual financial statements, facilitating internal mergers and acquisitions, as well as dealing with analysts and investors.
    Job Purpose

    To ensure the overall integrity and accuracy of SIAL’s General Ledger as a basis for the preparation of Financial and Management Reporting.
    Custodian of the General Ledger, Chart of Accounts, and the central repository for all Financial and Management information for SIAL.
    Preparation of statutory financial reports and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
    Develop relationships with business and provide value added data and input from Finance to better promote the role of finance and to minimise potential audit issues.

    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

    Decision support

    Provide reliable information and reports to SIAL MANCO, CIB MANCO, PBB EXCO, Wealth EXCO and Principal Officer to enable them to meaningfully direct the business.
    To participate in setting the SIAL finance strategy and objectives.
    Attend SIAL’s MANCO meetings and clearly articulate financial issues.

    Accounting hygiene

    Being the custodian of the General Ledger, Chart of Accounts, and the central repository for all Financial and Management information for SIAL.
    Liaison and financial advisory services to business.
    Ensuring that all SIAL’s internal and external reporting requirements are timeously met, including preparation of monthly and quarterly accounts, Group Accounts and Statutory Annual Financial Statements.
    Monthly detailed review of the SIAL’s balance sheet and income statement to ensure resilience of reported results.
    Preparation of monthly commentaries on SIAL results, including investigation into inconsistent and/or major variances.
    Reconciliations of all relevant accounts and where necessary ensure corrective actions are taken timeously.
    Manage the processing, payment and reconciliation of all suppliers.
    Manage all aspects of fixed asset accounting, ensuring that amounts ultimately recorded in the general ledger are correct.

    Business partnership

    Understand the business information needs and align this with management information needs.
    Co-ordinate Technical Advice and Accounting support to SIAL.

    Budgeting and forecasting

    Participate in the development of the annual budgeting process.
    Translating the annual budget into targets that are easily understood by the business teams.
    Monitoring actual performance versus budget and communicating reasons for the variance.

    Governance and control

    Maintaining financial policies and procedures.
    Management of agreements for services outsourced to other Group entities and ensure SLA’s are in place for delivery of the support.
    Understanding the insurance regulatory framework and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
    Facilitate internal/external regulatory audits by coordinating provision of information required.
    Ensure maintenance of and adherence to Group/Bank accounting policies and procedures.
    Monitoring tax compliance and highlighting areas of risk.

    People

    Playing a leading role in coaching and developing other finance team members.
    Succession planning so as to ensure business continuity.

    Preferred Qualification And Experience

    Undergraduate degree with bias in Finance, Insurance, Banking or a Business related field.
    CPA (K), ACCA, or any other relevant qualifications.
    Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience.

    Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise

    Good knowledge of Accounting principles & Budget planning and reviews.
    A good background in an internal controls function within the financial sector.
    Computer literacy and knowledge of personal computers and software. packages such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access.
    Strong communication and presentation skills at a senior level.
    Strategic planning and management experience.
    Experience in change management and has the ability to positively lead change.

  • Relationship Officer – Agribusiness Risk & Compliance Officer SME & Institution Banking Officers

    Relationship Officer – Agribusiness Risk & Compliance Officer SME & Institution Banking Officers

    Job Description
    Responsible for marketing Banks’ Agribusiness products and services to the target market and recruitment of new customers, processing and disbursement of loans and ensure timely collection of the same to ensure healthy portfolio and happy satisfied customers.
    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Implementation of the Banks’ Agribusiness strategy
    Championing market and product development in Agribusiness
    Coordinate research in agribusiness interventions
    Managing relations with agribusiness agencies, donors, and other stakeholders
    Development of agribusiness training programs for staff, farmers and other stakeholders
    Deep understanding of Agribusiness Value Chain Financing concept
    Professional maturity and ability to operate in a fast paced, competitive work environment
    Loan disbursements and deposit mobilization that meet defined growth and quality targets
    Agribusiness reporting
    Responsible for cumulating and maintaining agribusiness information
    Maintain good public relation between SMEP and stakeholders e.g. Public administration, farming communities, business community etc

    Qualifications and experience:

    A minimum grade of C+ (plus) in KCSE
    Bachelors degree in a Agri-business related field
    Have knowledge in group/individual agri-business lending
    Demonstrable skills in strong leadership, marketing and reporting
    Advanced Computer literacy
    Excellent oral and written communication skills
    Persuasive with strong recognition skills,
    Self-driven and possess the ability to work with minimum supervision
    Have good knowledge of the micro-finance industry and practices and
    A self-starter who possesses excellent presentation skills
    Aged between 30 and 40 years
    Applicants must be committed to Christian values with a passion to serve
    A team player with the drive to improve performance.
    Self-driven and possess the ability to work with minimum supervision
    Applicants must be committed to Christian values with a passion to serve

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  • Finance Business Partner

    Finance Business Partner

    Job Purpose
    Managing Investor relations and providing vital information to disseminate the bank’s performance.
    Research information analysis and provision of competitor analysis to help in decision making.
    Understand and challenge the performance of the business via highly effective performance management information and supporting key business decisions through providing detailed analysis of the financial implications of such decisions. To support the business partner community by:
    Providing data analysis and financial modelling support for key projects and decision making within the business.
    Carrying out analysis, summarising performance and preparing presentations of financial and non-financial performance.
    Main accountabilities and approximate time splitAccountability: Business Performance ManagementTime split%: 45%
    To develop and report financial and other performance measures (metrics) required by the business e.g. the Monthly Business review Pack, Country Performance review and Board papers
    To monitor actual performance against target and to analyse variances.
    Develop investor relations packs, support management in investor relations sessions, preparation of press release and coordinating the results announcement
    To respond to routine and ad hoc information requests.
    To produce reports that enable the identification options for improved financial performance and cost reduction.
    To support the business – in the production and review of specific technical elements of Management Accounts KPIs, margins review, FTP, ALM, endowments.
    Accountability: Decision Support Time split%: 40%
    To review the financial business case for all investment projects undertaken by your business and to monitor benefits by gathering data and calculating costs, benefits and post implementation review.
    To provide support and analysis on a range of technical issues in connection with the Financial and Management Accounts e.g. variance/trend analysis (actuals v budget) makeup of specific costs etc.
    To provide competitor analysis on a quarterly basis to support decision making.
    Lead in CFO/Finance mission statement updates, provide commentary to the performance metrics and actions.
    Accountability: Strategy & PlanningTime split%: 5%
    Undertake key elements of strategic management activity, involving the identification of how value is created, destroyed and driven in the function.
    To support the business in its MTP/STP/RAF processes.
    Support completion and tracking of the bank strategy
    Accountability: Financial ControlTime split%: 5%
    To challenge plans to commit costs, identifying areas for cost efficiency and managing the delivery of benefits.
    Accountability: Team and Staff ManagementTime Split%: 5%
    Take responsibility for personal performance development, training and career development plans and ensure they are relevant and progressed.
    Actively contribute to both immediate team and relevant customer contacts.
    Control and Risk
    “Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.”
    Technical skills / Competencies
    Part qualified/ newly qualified accountant (those training towards accounting qualifications will be considered).
    Proven experience of working in a financially focused role.
    Financial Modelling.
    Presentation skills.
    Knowledge, Expertise and ExperienceKnowledge and Expertise – Essential
    An ability to acquire skills quickly to interrogate systems e.g. TM1
    Good communication skills, particularly the ability to summarise large amounts of data and present in a concise and readily understood format. Including the ability to communicate complex financial analysis to non-financial people. 
    Knowledge And Expertise – Preferred
    Knowledge of Barclays accounting policies and procedures.
    Good understanding of business strategic objectives.
    Good understanding of business processes and activities and the underlying cost drivers.
    Barclays Guiding PrinciplesApprovalsThe Barclays Values provides a framework for how we in Barclays work together and how we serve our customers and the communities we are in
    Respect
    Integrity
    Service
    Excellence
    Stewardship

  • Finance Analyst

    Finance Analyst

    Duties and Accountabilities
    1. Appropriate control over loan portfolio management
    a) Collaborate with Finance Officers (FOs) on fiduciary review of loan preparation documents, and clearance of loan restructuring packages;
    b) Provide input to FOs on Withdrawal Application Quality Risk (WAQR).
    c) Monitor inactive Project Designated Accounts (DAs) and liaise with clients to ensure that DA balances are promptly documented or refunded.
    d) Liaise with clients to ensure that loans are closed promptly on the due dates.
    e) Promptly follow up with clients to ensure ineligible expenditures are duly refunded.
    f) Collaborate with clients on portfolio management and resolution of issues pertaining to disbursements.
    g) Ensure consistent application of the Bank’s policies, procedures and guidelines on temporary Suspensions and Debarments, Financial Institution Due Diligence (FIDD) reviews and contract monitoring.
    2. Effective and efficient transaction processing
    a. Review and sign-off of withdrawal applications and supporting documentation, refunds, and adjustments.
    b. Promptly liaise with clients to resolve any potential issues or exceptions noted in the processing of transactions.
    c. Ensure prompt and accurate set up of the Loan Systems Master Database immediately after loan signing.
    3. Provide loan information and analyses to assist in decision making.
    a. Restructuring and design of new projects: Provide input to FOs for Disbursement arrangements for new projects or new borrowers based on the existing experience with similar projects.
    b. Evaluate the results of both the reviews of transactions and the portfolio management work to identify areas where borrowers have capacity constraints and to assist in the decision making on
    the type of capacity building that should be provided to the clients.
    c. Promptly provide monthly reports to the Country Management Units (CMUs) on the status of disbursements and the performance of the portfolio.
    4. Capacity building and technical support to clients
    a. Be proactive in providing training to our external clients (borrowers/project implementing units) on the Bank’s disbursement policies and procedures through face to face workshops, video
    conferences, e-mails and ad hoc discussions resulting from reviews of transactions, missions etc.
    b. Provide advice to internal clients (task teams, financial management specialists and procurement specialists, legal) on disbursement related issues.
    c. Promptly respond to enquiries from clients on routine matters such as: the status of withdrawal applications, loan balances, DA balances, key dates, DA ceilings, status of pending grant/loan amendments, status of pending clearances.
    d. Collaborate with the Finance Officers (FOs) in the following components of the work program pertaining to client support and technical assistance: i. Country Portfolio Performance Review
    (CPPR); Country Partnership Strategy (CPS); Participation in project launches; and providing input to the Implementation Status Reports (ISRs).
    5. Implementation of innovations and technological initiatives
    a. Provide training, guidance and technical support to clients on the processes and procedures required in order to efficiently utilize electronic disbursements (‘eDisbursement’) system.
    b. Utilize the available online tools to facilitate knowledge sharing through discussion groups, posting of aide memoires, leave and mission plans, training materials and guidance notes.
    c. Appropriately handle other tasks that may be assigned by the department’s management.
    Selection Criteria
    Minimum Education
    1) A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business; and
    2) Any one or more of: (i) A professional certification (fully qualified as CPA, ACCA, CA, CFA or equivalent); or (ii) a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business; or (iii) a combination of adequate and direct relevant work experience in lieu of a professional certification / Master’s degree.
    Work Experience
    At least 5 years of relevant experience in portfolio management, project operations accounting, auditing and/or contract management.
    -Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and orally, in the essential languages above.
    Relevant knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal controls and financial management.
    Knowledge and application of the Bank’s Operational Policies and Procedures and how they relate to disbursements and loan portfolio management.
    Ability to exercise professional judgment and appropriately interpret and apply operational policies, as they relate to disbursements and loan portfolio management.
    Knowledge of the Bank’s IBRD and IDA lending products.
    Strong quantitative skills with superior attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
    Strong analytical and conceptual skills with demonstrated ability to interpret data, assess issues, develop sound conclusions and formulate remedial measures.
    Ability to manage complex tasks, deal with rapidly shifting priorities, provide professional support to senior staff and deliver against ambitious deadlines.
    Capacity to work simultaneously, effectively and efficiently on a variety of diverse issues and tasks, independently adjusting priorities and achieving results with agreed objectives and deadlines.
    Ability to operate effectively in a matrix management environment.
    Strong client focus including good interpersonal, diplomatic and team building skills required for building and maintaining collaborative relationships.
    Willingness to travel on mission and short-term assignments.
    Key Competencies – the preferred candidate must demonstrate the following competencies
    Deliver Results for Clients: Contributes to delivery of results for client on complex issues.
    Collaborate Within Teams and Across Boundaries: Keeps others fully informed to ensure integration and work consistency.
    Lead and Innovate: Brings new and different insights.
    Create, Apply, and Share Knowledge: Actively contributes to and readily applies WBG’s body of knowledge for client solutions.
    Make Smart Decisions: Leverages available data and makes timely decisions.
    Client Understanding and Advertising: Looks at issues from the client’s perspective and takes action beyond normal expectations to ensure client satisfaction.
    Broad Business Thinking: Maintains an in-depth understanding of the long term implications of decisions both for the department and the client’s business.
    Project Management: Demonstrates a practical knowledge of project management principles and techniques.
    Analytical Thinking: Interprets data and reviews for non-conformity and gathers further information in response to problems.
    Policies and Procedures: Seeks out opportunities to further understanding / improvement of relevant policies and guidance.
    Risks and Controls: Demonstrates good understanding of risks and internal control procedures pertaining to various activities in own functional areas.
    Information Technology and Systems: Leverages information technology systems and applications to improve productivity and efficiency.
    Communication: Utilizes appropriate tools and techniques to explain technical information in plain language.

  • Internal Auditor – Microfinance Bank Marketing Intern

    Internal Auditor – Microfinance Bank Marketing Intern

    Internal Auditor Job Responsibilities
    Maintain internal control systems by updating audit programs and questionnaires; recommending new policies and procedures.
    Prepare and ensure audit plan delivery through audit reviews
    Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
    Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline
    Establish risk-based audit programs and complete audit work-papers by documenting audit tests and findings.
    Communicate audit findings by preparing a final report; discussing findings with management and the auditors
    Prepare special audit and control reports by collecting, analysing and summarizing operating information and trends
    Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
    Provide consolidated reporting, inclusive of an overall audit profile, ensuring that major risks are identified and reported to the Audit Committee on risk hotspots, measures and recommendations
    Appraise adequacy of internal control systems by completing audit questionnaires
    Follow-up on outstanding audit issues and conduct staff training on audit areas and programs geared towards raising level of compliance.
    Generate management, audit committee and regulator reports
    Qualifications for the Internal Auditor Job
    Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field
    Professional qualifications e.g. CPA/ACCA/CFA/ACII/FIA/FFA
    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an audit function in a CBK registered institution
    Knowledge of IFRS guidelines and ISA rules
    Experience in financial auditing is an added advantage
    Knowledge of Central Bank of Kenya Regulatory Rules
    Strong analytical skills
    Proper and organized documentation skills
    Attention to detail
    Other Requirements
    Certificate of good conduct
    Credit Reference Bureau Clearance Certificate
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  • Internal Auditor – Microfinance Bank

    Internal Auditor – Microfinance Bank

    Internal Auditor Job Key Roles and Responsibilities
    Maintain internal control systems by updating audit programs and questionnaires; recommending new policies and procedures.
    Prepare and ensure audit plan delivery through audit reviews
    Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
    Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline
    Establish risk-based audit programs and complete audit work-papers by documenting audit tests and findings.
    Communicate audit findings by preparing a final report; discussing findings with management and the auditors
    Prepare special audit and control reports by collecting, analysing and summarizing operating information and trends
    Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
    Provide consolidated reporting, inclusive of an overall audit profile, ensuring that major risks are identified and reported to the Audit Committee on risk hotspots, measures and recommendations
    Appraise adequacy of internal control systems by completing audit questionnaires
    Follow-up on outstanding audit issues and conduct staff training on audit areas and programs geared towards raising level of compliance.
    Generate management, audit committee and regulator reports
    Key Skills and Competencies for the Internal Auditor Job
    Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field
    Professional qualifications e.g. CPA/ACCA/CFA/ACII/FIA/FFA
    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an audit function in a CBK registered institution
    Knowledge of IFRS guidelines and ISA rules
    Experience in financial auditing is an added advantage
    Knowledge of Central Bank of Kenya Regulatory Rules
    Strong analytical skills
    Proper and organized documentation skills
    Attention to detail
    Other Requirements.
    Certificate of good conduct
    Credit Reference Bureau Clearance Certificate
    Benefits
    Medical Cover (Individual + Family)
    Employer Contribution Pension
    Internal and External Training

  • Director, Financial Management-FFMA Director, Language Services Department-CLSD

    Director, Financial Management-FFMA Director, Language Services Department-CLSD

    The Position:
    The position of Director FFMA which reports to the Vice President FNVP, is key to ensuring the overall effectiveness of the financial management of the Bank Group, in particular through the Bank’s Income Model, Asset and Liability Management (ALM) policies and the monitoring and reporting thereof.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    The Director shall lead a team of high calibre professionals responsible for the formulation of financials, financial risk and ALM policies of the Bank Group and for monitoring the proper functioning and application of such policies and related practices and business processes.
    Under the general supervision of the Vice President, the duties and responsibilities include the following:
    Formulate and review all policies pertaining to the management of the assets and liabilities and related credit, liquidity, market and operational risks of the Bank Group.
    Provide regular and timely feedback and advice to Senior Management and the Boards of Directors regarding the functioning of these policies;
    Participate in the formulation and recommendation of appropriate instruments and strategies, and related guidelines for approval by the Board;
    Liaise with counterparts at other institutions, particularly MDB’s, to exchange ideas on financial policies, asset management approaches and risk management methodologies, or to explain policies to the financial community as well as the rating agencies;
    Analyze the impact of policy changes on the financial position of the Bank. Supervise the implementation of asset and liability management activities to optimize asset allocation, ensure proper application of guidelines, reduce costs of borrowing, and control risk;
    Coordinate all interactions with relevant international rating agencies;
    Advise and participate in the shareholder capital increases of the Bank and member replenishments of the Fund;
    Develop work programs of the Department and related budgets;
    Supervise the work of the Division Managers and evaluate their performance;
    Provide strategic leadership and vision on the risk management culture of the Bank Group;
    Develop capacity building programs for investment officers and African Central Banks.
    Qualifications for the Financial Management Director
    Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
    Hold at least a Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related fields.
    Have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant professional experience with heavy emphasis in the areas of ALM and Financial Risk Management, including 5 years at a managerial level.
    Should be able to use financial knowledge to ensure optimal utilization of financial resources;
    Strong communication skills in English or French; ability to communicate in both languages a plus;
    Proven excellence in presenting and effectively communicating complex financial and risk management concepts or models to a non-technical audience;
    Competence in the use of standard software used in the Bank such as Word, Excel, Access and Power Point, knowledge of SAP highly desirable.
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