Vacancies in a Microfinance Bank (Experience needed)

Vacancies in a Microfinance Bank
Vacancies exist for suitably qualified candidates in a Fast Growing and expanding Microfinance Bank located in Lagos .
REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 002
Job Title: General Manager/COO
Key Responsibilities
• Assist Managing Director in executing organizational policies
• Work with executive management and Divisional Heads to ensure adherence to agreed strategies and policies
• Generally maintain the smooth running of all organizational procedure and processes
Qualifications skill and experience
• A good degree from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification
• A Minimum of 5yrs post qualification experience in banking, a related industry or other industry experience considered

REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 003
Job Title: Head, Compliance & Internal Control
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for ensuring adherence to management policies
• Ensure compliance with the procedure manual
• Responsible for safeguarding the assets of the bank from real or potential exposure to loss
Qualifications skill and experience
• A good degree from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification
• At least 5yrs post qualification experience in banking, a related industry or other industry experience considered

REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 005
Job Title: Head Financial Control
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and returns rendition to CBN
• Provide growth plans and strategic thrust for the bank
• Supervise management information system and budgeting, reporting units
Qualifications skill and experience
• A good degree from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Banking and Finance
• At least 5yrs post qualification experience in banking or a related industry with good understanding of retail Banking and Accounting systems
• Working experience with the implementation and operation of integrated banking software
• Membership of ICAN, ACCA,CPA is an added advantage, experience in an Audit firm could be an advantage
• Strong analytical ,verbal , written communication skill and good interpersonal skills

REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 006
Job Title: Divisional Head, Business Development & Strategies
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for branch and business development
• Coordinating marketing activities across branch network
• Formulate and execute growth strategies in line with policy direction from executive management committee
• Supervise product development, micro savings ,micro loans and retail business units
Qualifications skill and experience
• A good degree from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification
• At least 5yrs post qualification experience in banking or a related industry
• Strong analytical ,verbal and written communication skill

REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 007
Job Title: Divisional Head, Banking Operations
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for banking operations across the branch network
• In charge of customer services, cash management, domestic fund transfer units.
• Liaise with correspondent banks (commercial banks) on day to day relationship with bank.
Qualifications skill and experience
• A good degree from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Banking and Finance
• At least 5yrs post qualification experience in banking or a related industry
• Direct working experience in retail banking, credit analysis, strong balance sheet and cash management experience.
• Strong analytical ,verbal and written communication skill

REFERENCE NUMBER: #MFB 008
Job Title: Head, Information and Communications Technology
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance of the Bank's ICT Facilities, Router,Switch, Workstations, etc.
Monitoring of the Server and ensuring adequate compliance with set specifications.
Maintaining the Bank's Software and ensuring low response time and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Experience

A good degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Any Relevant Field from a recognized university or its equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification in IT.
• At least 2yrs post qualification experience in a Cybercafe, Bank or Other Financial Institution. Fresh Graduates with IT skill are also welcome.
• Strong analytical ,verbal and written communication skill



Method of Application
If you are interested in any of the positions advertised above, please send your cover letter and attach your CV to an e-mail you will send to microfinance_ in_lagos@ yahoo.ie Please note that ability to use the Computer with proficiency in packages like MS Office, Peachtree Accounting, Dac-Easy Accounting is essential and level of proficiency in any of them should be stated in the CV. Kindly quote the reference number of the position you are interested in at the top of the application letter and include day time telephone or GSM number, email and current address in your CV
Subject of the mail should be the reference number of the application you are applying for.
Closing Date: 31st October 2007

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