Urgent Vacancies In A Leading New Generation Micro Finance Bank In Nigeria

URGENT VACANCIES IN A LEADING NEW GENERATION MICROFINANCE BANK IN NIGERIA

A leading New Generation MFB whose aim is to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor in our community by making resources available for effective re-distribution of income through intervening and enhancing the capacities of the low-income households and micro businesses; in line with global, national and state initiatives of poverty alleviation solution.



LOCATION: Lagos
1. RELATIONSHIP OFFICER
DEPARTMENT : Business Development
REPORTING TO : Head, Business Development
RESPONSIBILITY
One of the main responsibilities of a Relationship Officer includes carrying out credit and Marketing activities in the bank. Handling customer complaints and related issues is also the responsibility of the Bank Credit Officer. It means dealing with complaints over issues such as charges, discrepancies in accounts, or even in complaints with service at the Bank. After some years of experience and suitable talent they can be involved in planning, marketing, budgeting, processing of loan, investment management etc.
Education and Experience
 OND,HND,B Sc. on any degree or equivalent
 Minimum knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
 knowledge of economic principles
 knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
 knowledge and experience of related computer applications
 Comprehensive/in depth knowledge and understanding of microfinance Bank lending policy, procedures and loan documentation requirements
 Comprehensive knowledge of the Loan Grading Process
 Excellent analytical skills regarding loan/credit policy
 PC and spreadsheet software skills
 Great marketing skills will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
 attention to details and accuracy
 planning and organizing
 strong communication skills
 information and task monitoring
 problem analysis
 judgment and problem-solving
 supervisory skills
 stress tolerance

2. OPERATIONS OFFICER
DEPARTMENT : Operations
REPORTING TO : MD/CEO

RESPONSIBILITY
Oversee the Banking Operations Department of the Microfinance Bank with added responsibility of evaluation of Operations staff to ensure the highest levels of compliance and customer satisfaction.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
 HND, B.sc or equivalent in Business Admin, Banking & Finance or related field.
 Minimum 2 years banking industry experience.
 Proven ability to think strategically and respond tactically in a dynamic environment.
 High degree of creativity, motivation, confidence, influence, and diplomacy.
 Strong collaboration and team orientation.
 Exceptional talent for leading, managing, and developing staff and ability to develop a strong team attitude within the operation.
 Ability to translate broad strategies into specific operational plans.
 Demonstrate ability to manage a multi-functional team across functional areas.
 Encourage personal growth, reward excellence and work positively with staff to exceed goals.
 Assessing, writing and presenting business process enhancements and procedures.
 Ability to anticipate potential problems and obstacles.
 Must be innovative and flexible in responding to a rapidly changing environment (where new regulations will be introduced frequently), while working to achieve organizational and budgetary goals.
 Ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups; Credit & Marketing, Finance/Accounts, Internal Audit, legal, IT unit, etc.
 Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Key Competencies
 Attention to details and accuracy,
 Effective planning and organizing,
 Strong communication skills,
 Information and task monitoring,
 Problem analysis,
 Judgment and problem-solving,
 Good supervisory skills
 Stress tolerance
 IT Compliant (effective word, excel, presentation skills)

3. INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Audit/Finance
REPORTING TO: Board Audit Committee/….MD,

RESPONSIBILITY
Oversee the Audit/Internal Control Department of the Microfinance Bank with added responsibility of Risk management and regulatory framework to ensure the highest levels of compliance and customer satisfaction.

Education and Experience
 OND, HND B Sc. on Accounting or equivalent
 Candidates with ACA have added advantage
 knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
 knowledge of economic principles
 knowledge of auditing practices and principles
 knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
 knowledge and experience of related computer applications
 usually a minimum of 2years experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice
Key Competencies
 attention to detail and accuracy
 planning and organizing
 strong communication skills
 information and task monitoring
 problem analysis
 judgment and problem-solving
 supervisory skills
 stress tolerance
 IT Compliant (effective word, excel skills) etc


Interested applicant Applicants should forward CV and application letter to 2017selections@gmail.com using the position applied for as subject of the email.
Recruiters please don't contact this job poster. Shortlisted candidates would be contacted on or before February 10th 2017.