Career Opportunities in a Banking & Finance Sector

Our client is the pre-eminent professional Institute in the banking and finance sector of the Nigerian economy, committed to the promotion of education, ethics and professionalism among its members. To provide first-class services to its members and meet the ever-increasing challenge of its regulatory and capacity-building roles, the Institute recently undertook a major re-engineering exercise that threw up the following vacancies in its secretariat:

DEPUTY REGISTRAR ES 138

DUTIES

Reporting to the Registrar/CEO, this executive will provide leadership for and coordinate the activities of three major divisions in the secretariat; namely Membership Services, Capacity Building/Certification and Learning & Development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc./HND; Master’s degree in social sciences; ACIB.

15 years at senior managerial/executive levels

Age: 40-55 years

GROUP HEAD, FINANCE & CORPORATE SERVICES ES142

DUTIES

This executive will initiate policies and coordinate the provision of efficient services to the Institute to support its core businesses in the most cost-effective way possible. Such services include finance and accounting, human resource management, general administration, information technology, corporate communication and external relations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc/HND/ MSc/MBA; ACCA/ACA

15 years experience plus High level ICT proficiency

Age: 35-45 years.

HEAD, CONSULTING UNIT ES144

DUTIES

This is a senior management position designed to provide leadership for the Institute’s consulting subsidiary. The subsidiary is expected to leverage on the goodwill of the Institute and the wide array of expertise and competencies that reside in its membership to offer value-adding professional advisory services to enterprises.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc/HND; MSC/MBA; ACIB/ACCA/ACA/ACIPM

5 years in any reputable consulting firm

Age: 29-40 years

GROUP HEAD, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT   ES 141

DUTIES

This executive will coordinate the Institute’s efforts to provide cutting-edge training, research, strategy, learning and capacity building services and products to members all through their career. These will be in addition to library and publication services. Being a highly competitive endeavour, the search is for candidates who could develop these services as value-adding business activities that members and non-members will readily patronize.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc/HND; MSc./MBA; ACIB/ACCA/ACA/ACIPM

15 years Experience

Age: 35-45 years.

HEAD, BANKING SCHOOL ES 143

This is a senior management position created to lead and actualize one of the new initiatives of the Institute designed to provide greater opportunities to the teaming number of individuals within and outside the banking and finance industry wishing to acquire professional banking/finance qualifications. The Banking School will provide quality professional banking and finance education, training and certification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSc/HND; MSc./PhD; ACIB/ACCA/ACA/ACIPM.

5 years working experience

Age:29-40 years.

HEAD, ICT   ES 145

DUTIES

This manager will drive the Institute’s initiatives in leveraging every aspect of its activities with ICT, including membership services, e-learning, e-payments, on-line student registration, examinations/certification and service innovations.

QUALIFICATIONS

BSC/HND in ICT/Engineering; Relevant Certifications

5 years in Software Development, Systems Administration and Project Management

Age: 29-35 years

GROUP HEAD, CAPACITY BUILDING/CERTIFICATION ES 140

DUTIES

A key component of the Institute’s new drive is a total reform, driven by ICT, of its capacity building and certification/examination services, including computer-based testing, accreditation of partner institutions, development and management of institutional linkages and the introduction of a whole range of single/multiple subject certifications and licensing regime. To drive these initiatives, the Institute needs to recruit an executive with an intellectual bent and a commitment to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BSC/HND; MSc./MBA; plus ACIB/ACCA/ACA/ACIPM.

15 years working experience

Age:35-45 years.

GROUP HEAD, MEMBERSHIP SERVICES - ES 139

DUTIES

This individual will champion the Institute’s initiatives aimed at continually growing its membership and providing excellent care and services to members and clients. Key components of these responsibilities are the development and coordination of the activities of zonal offices, the conduct of programmes, membership drives/marketing, the management of student affairs, and related matters.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•   BSc/HND; ACIB or ACCA, ACA, ACIPM.

•   15 years of experience

•   Age: 35-45 years.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Institute offers highly competitive remuneration packages to its employees.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs (maximum 4 pages) to selection@excelpros.net within two weeks of this publication, quoting appropriate reference number. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Head, Executive Selection

Excel Professional Services Ltd

(Management Consultants)

Plot 1661 Oyin Jolayemi Street

P.O.Box. 72431

Victoria Island, Lagos

DEADLINE: April 3, 2012. 

Vacancy at a Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Auth.

• DIRECTOR- CAPITAL MARKETS

The Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA) is the Botswana parastatal regulator responsible for the stability, fairness and efficiency of all non-banking financial entities registered in Botswana, including the multiple participants operating in the local capital markets.
NBFIRA is seeking an experienced and proactive individual to take on the senior management responsibilities of Director of Capital Markets to oversee the effective operation of its core business in the regulation and supervision of the rapidly expanding local capital markets operators and participants. This is a full time position with a government agency requiring both technical experience and personnel management skills.
Reporting directly to the Deputy CEO, the Director of the Capital Markets Division will lead a team in the development and review of the regulatory framework for capital markets and ensure that NBFIRA risk-based supervision policies and regulations are in line with international best practices.  The Director will also manage a staff in charge of ascertaining compliance with established rules and regulations by the capital markets entities under supervision.

CORE ACTIVITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Makes an input into the development of Strategic Plans and institutional capacity for NBFIRA and oversees smooth implementation;
Develops and manages divisional budget budget in line with set guidelines;
Effectively manages and develops the department’s human capital, instilling a high performance culture in order to achieve the Authority’s strategic objectives;
Leads in the development and review of the regulatory framework for Capital Markets in order to create an efficient, orderly and fair market;
Leads in the development and review of consumer protection and public awareness policies in order to ensure consumer and public confidence in the markets;
Develops and Reviews fee and levy structures and makes recommendations to senior management and Board of Directors
Develops and manages the divisional budget in order to ensure optimal resource utilisation;
Ensures that new products/services are thoroughly screened prior to granting or recommending approval in order to ensure market stability;
Reviews licensing applications and recommends approval to the Deputy Chief Executive and/or the Board;
Builds sustainable business relationships with key stakeholders in order to promote the business of the Authority;
Interacts with international and regional financial regulatory authorities to broaden one’s knowledge and to keep abreast of developments in the markets;
Undertakes such other related duties as directed by the supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the requisite technical abilities as well as direct personal experience working in capital markets or other financial services businesses. Professional experience within a regulatory environment employing risk-based supervision practices will be considered a definite plus. Critical competencies for this senior management position include:
- Professional qualifications and appropriate experience in the fields of finance, regulation and compliance environment
- Demonstrated abilities as a strong manager, motivator and team builder
- Strong analytical and numerical reasoning ability;
- Excellent negotiation, communication (both written and oral) and interpersonal skills
- Good professional judgment with quick decision-making and problem solving skills
- Advanced Degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, Business Management or related field
- Integrity and high ethical / moral standards

An initial two to three year employment contract with a competitive local salary and benefits package corresponding to established government guidelines will be offered to the successful candidate.

TO APPLY
Eligible and interested candidates should send their CV to recruitment@nbfira.org.bw  quoting the reference number DCM 1269 in the subject box. Closing date for applications is 1 February 2012. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates.

Latest Job Vacancy in a Commercial Bank

We are one of Nigeria's leading commercial banking institutions. We desire to fill the position of the Executive Director, Consumer & Commercial Banking in our business

The Consumer and Commercial Banking sector encompasses the business activities of all retail banking services teams and their business channels in the Bank. It includes the Bank's brick and mortar retail outlets such as branches, as well as the virtual and end-point electronic banking products and infrastructure such as ATMs and internet banking channels.

It also encompasses all commercial lending activities and consumer banking services (personal and private banking) as well as specialized consumer product development, sales and market intelligence teams.

• EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONSUMER & COMMERCIAL BANKING

JOB ROLE AND DESCRIPTION
The Executive Director, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Chief executive Officer, has over all leadership responsibility for the formulation and execution of the Bank's strategy for the consumer and commercial banking market segment in line with the business objectives agreed by the Board of the Bank. Other related responsibilities include:

• Identification and segmentation of target markets and development of strategies for easy penetration.
• Build the organizational structures and business teams capable of delivering distinctive performance. In particular, work to improve the quality and depth of management talents, particularly senior management talents for effectiveness.
• Definition and evaluation of the performance measures for business teams and the periodic reviews of target market studies and opportunities.
• Address and establish an agenda of top issues and opportunities to improve Consumer and Commercial Banking services in the Bank's performance and growth.
• Ensure business compliance with Bank's policies, procedures and corporate governance expectations.
• Facilitate and present periodic business performance review reports to the Board.
• Participate in other Executive Management Committees and related

REQUIRED ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
• First degree, preferably in a numeric discipline e.g. Economics, Business Administration and Accountancy, ete. or related field with a minimum of Second Class Honors (Lower Division).
• An MBA or any other Masters Degree, or related professional qualification is a must-have.
• A minimum of 17-20 years in relevant job role as well as multi-functional role experiences in Banking in line with CBN requirements.
• Excellent credit analysis and appraisal skills. Sensitivity to the operating environment and sound knowledge of local operating environment and business transaction dynamics, including relevant regulations e.g National Budget, Foreign Exchange & Monetary policy guidelines, ete.

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
The performance of the Executive Director will be determined by the overall performance of the Consumer and Commercial Banking Sector measured by the agreed performance indices (including, but not limited to percentage growth in Balance Sheet Size, Gross Earnings and Profit Before Tax) for all the groups under the sector, amongst others.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Completed applications should be sent to:
The advert No. 2026
Guardian newspaper Ltd.
P.M.B 1217, Oshodi, Lagos,

Not later than December 20, 2011.

Loan Officers at AB MicroFinance Bank Nig. Ltd

AB Microfinance Bank Nigeria Limited is an established Microfinance Bank with its Head office situated at Ikeja, Lagos. It is a member of an International network of microfinance banks providing world class banking services to micro, small and medium enterprises and private individuals in Africa and Asia and rapidly spreading out to other continents across the globe.

Due to our rapid growth and continuous success, we are seeking to recruit highly motivated professionals to join us in the following entry level position:

• LOAN OFFICERS (REF CODE: LO)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education level of BSC/HND
• Basic knowledge of Financial mathematics & accounting
• Detail and target oriented
• Motivated and dynamic individual who like to work out door

MAIN TASKS:

• Direct promotion in markets
• Evaluation of loan applications and preparation of loan proposals
• Participation in loan committees
• Monitoring of disbursed loans
• Assuring long term relationship through the client satisfaction, reaching a high ration of revolving  clients

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should forward their CV and application letter as attached files to: vacancies@ab-mfbnigeria.com not later than Monday Dec 5th 2011

Note: Please indicate the REF CODE as the SUBJECT of the mail. Failure to comply would disqualify your application

Hot Job Opportunities at CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), with Head Office in Abuja has as its vision "To be one of the most efficient and effective of the world's central banks in promoting and sustaining economic development".

In furtherance of the vision, the Central Bank is seeking qualified, skilled and highly motivated individuals to fill various positions in the Economic Policy Team.

- HEAD, MACRO-PRUDENTIAL ANALYSIS
- PRINCIPAL ECONOMISTS
- SENIOR ECONOMISTS

This job vacancy closes on the Friday, 6th December, 2011 (4 pm).

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.cbn.gov.ng/careers/jobs/default.asp

Loan Officers at Bosak MFB

The passion to work with BOSAK MFB reflects from the corporate philosophy vision “To be the leading Microfinance Institution committed to providing unparallel customer service by remodeling values through the contribution of cutting edge technology and highly motivated employees’’. Our bank is committed to developing its people, so if you join us, you can look forward to excellent training and career development opportunities. To join the BOSAK Microfinance Bank Limited team.

JOB TITLE: LOAN OFFICERS
LOCATION: Lagos

JOB SUMMARY:

• Here it is indicated that our employees are highly motivated towards achievement of the organizational goal. Employees’ motivation comes in form of the following:
• Opportunities for professional development within the organization - on the job training, on and off-site training programs.
• Performance based reward system - Competitive salaries and employee friendly services.
• Attract/retain best people
• Enhanced remuneration amongst the best in the industry.
• Employee Empowerment to make decisions.
• To reach our organizational goal we are committed to building an open and rewarding environment where all of our employees can take business specific decisions thereby realizing their potential. We prize people who are very passionate and who can work effectively with other co-employees on the job to deliver our on our promise and brand.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 25 years or less.
• Female applicants are preferred
• OND/HND in any related field.
• Relevant Experience in Loan Packaging/Disbursement is an added advantage.

Female Applicants are preferred

TO APPLY
Send your resume to recruitment@bosakmfb.com

Latest Job Opportunities at Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered, the world’s best international bank, leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Standard Chartered Bank – Careers – Professional Hires

• JOB VACANCY TITLE: MANAGER, CUSTOMER CARE UNIT (JOB ID: 304800)

• JOB VACANCY TITLE: FINANCIAL CONTROLS POLICY AND OPERATIONAL RISK OFFICER

• JOB VACANCY TITLE: ANALYST, INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (JOB ID: 306327)

• JOB VACANCY TITLE: NEW BUSINESS ANALYTICS OFFICER

• JOB VACANCY TITLE: MANAGER MARKET INSIGHTS, PRICING AND CROSS SELL (JOB ID: 306666)

• NEW BUSINESS ANALYTICS OFFICER

JOB ID: 306547
JOB FUNCTION: Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION
Managing the MIS function for New Business.
Automation of routine reports.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

1. University Graduate with strong analytical skills
2. Banking experience is an advantage 1-3 years depending on Job grade.
3. Qualifications in Accountancy / Management is preferable (though not mandatory) with extensive proven track record and experience.
4. Strong Microsoft Office skills and Database management. Ability to use Query language a plus.
5. Relevant professional qualifications are added advantage.
6. In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme. A discharge certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme. Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.

• FINANCIAL CONTROLS POLICY AND OPERATIONAL RISK OFFICER

JOB ID: 306154
JOB FUNCTION: Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for supporting the Finance Operational Risk Manager in driving adherence to financial controls policy across the bank in general and the finance function in particular.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

1. Professional qualifications in Accounting and Finance e.g. ACCA, ACA plus at least five years work experience in highly banking and/or an accounting firm (preferably one of the big four audit firms).
2. Good communications and interpersonal skills.
3. Stakeholder management and assertiveness skills
4. Broad understanding of banking practice
5. General understanding of minimum controls standards
6. An eye for detail and accuracy with a strong analytical capability
7. Probing mind
8. Sound knowledge of Generally accepted accounting principles and group accounting policy
9. High level of computer literacy is required especially the use simple system/ data query tools

HOW TO APPLY

1. You can search and view current opportunities across our organisation and apply immediately by registering or logging in to our careers website Standard Chartered Bank – Careers. To help speed up your application, please note the following:
2. You will need to log in (or register if you are visiting our careers site for the first time) before you can apply for a specific role.
3. Some roles may require you to undertake an online talent assessment in addition to completing the application form (to facilitate this process it is preferable that you provide us with an email address as part of your contact information)
4. We will ask you about your education, career history and skills and experience, it may be helpful to have this information to hand when completing your application
5. It usually takes 15 – 20 minutes to complete the application form; you can save your application at any time and return to complete it at your convenience.
6. Diversity & Inclusion
7. Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

http://www.standardchartered.com/careers/professional-hires/index.html

Admin & Finance Supervisors at Doheney Services Limited

Our client a communication firm with interest in Television and Radio is looking to fill the following locations: Lagos, Abuja, PortHarcourt, Benin, Agenebode, Kaduna, Kano, Jos, Yenogoa, Enugu, Maidugri, Yola, Gombe, Ilorin, Oshogbo, Bauchi and Jos

 

JOB TITLE: ADMIN & FINANCE SUPERVISORS - DS/AFS 201138

 

CORE DUTIES

• Supervise and coordinate all financial and administrative functions and provide technical and managerial support.
• Establish and implement financial procedures in line with organisational requirements
• Establish and implement administration and logistics procedures in line with organisational requirement

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

• University degree/ HND in Accounting or Banking & Finance
• Knowledge of accounting software
• Minimum of 6 years in finance, admin and book keeping

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should send application in word document to: recruitment@doheneyservices.com, media@doheneyservices.com or apply online at www.mediarecruitmentng.com. Kindly state the code of the position and location of interest as the subject of your email.