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Reference No. JABLR035

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

Reference Number: JABLR035

Nature & Scope

The main purpose of the role is providing expert technical specialism in the field of commodities and the associated trade financing, primarily focused on post approval facility administering and transactional risk management for commodity sector clients.

The position holder will support the implementation of a commodity transactional risk management capability within Loan Administration based on market best practice covering the operations, monitoring, quality and control of security and collateral within each transaction. The role holder will be predominantly concerned with transactional rigour, integrity and associated collateral management (i.e. assessing if an individual transaction under an approved facility fits with the terms of the approval and documentation).

The role holder will be an integral part of deal teams working closely with Origination and Product teams in originating and structuring bespoke complex commodity financing and structured trade transactions.

Responsibilities: 

1) Facility Setup

• Work closely with Client Relations and Product teams throughout a deal lifecycle providing feedback and recommendations on facility structures and any concerns on monitoring as outlined in pre-assessment and credit assessment memos
• Work with the documentation and collateral management team to ensure the operational and risk terms of the transaction and its documentation are appropriate to the needs of the customer, credit sanction, legal environment and market best practice
• Review draft facility and legal documentation and ensure alignment with approved credit memos, and that any operating challenges are highlighted and whether any further clauses need to be inserted
• Certify compliance with all pre-disbursement conditions, ensure all facility related accounts are held and limits setup on transactional processing systems as appropriate.

2) Facility Management:

• Management of clients’ positions, monitoring and controlling the taking up of acceptable security and its progression throughout the life of a transaction, from initiation to final repayment.
• Ensuring at all times that the security (quality, value and changes) are in accordance with the terms of the facility approvals and agreements. 
• The role requires the incumbent to be able to assess high value collateral valuations from market data and market knowledge and to be able to ascertain whether judgements on source are fit for purpose

3) Management Information (MI) & Reporting:

• Prepare appropriate reports to management on the bank’s “commodities” portfolio ensuring exposure is always within risk appetite and supporting the early identification of potential issues in the portfolio

4) Compliance Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures
• Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.
• Screen and identify any adverse reports or compliance issues that may impact the Bank's relationships with customers and business counterparties.
• Refer all suspicions and compliance concerns related to the Bank’s staff, customers and business relationships to the Compliance Department

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computing, science and mathematics, business administration, banking or finance from a recognized University plus a post graduate degree in a relevant field
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Banking or Finance from a recognized university. 
• A professional qualification in the Banking will be an advantage
• At least 5 years with a reputable banking organization or commodity trading house with proven knowledge and understanding of best market practice in transactional risk management and operations of commodities financing

Afreximbank’s Core Values:

• Commitment to Africa and supporting the emancipation and empowerment of Africans
• Uncompromising integrity
• Passion for Learning and Drive
• Teamwork
• Trust and Respect for the Individual
• Innovation, Excellence and Flexibility
• Professionalism and Responsivenes

Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Jamie Adams at jadams@caglobalint.com

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Reference No. JA-55

Reference Number: JA-55

Job Description: 

The Investment Associate role is to identify and execute on project development investments.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development of a strong pipeline of opportunities by anticipating market trends and employing sector/sponsor/country knowledge
• Lead the structuring of project development and equity investments
• Participate and/or lead negotiations with sponsors, lenders, and public authorities
• Lead Africa50’s contribution to the development of projects in the portfolio with a strong focus on achieving bankable projects
• Have a good understanding of project and concession financing and policy issues
• Prepare project-related documents for internal and external audiences
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local/regional/global/infrastructure companies, banking and multilateral partners, and government officials
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the power and transport sectors, including market major operators and technologies
• Contribute to supervising portfolio companies

Minimum Requirements

• 6 to 10 years’ investment and industry experience in project development, investment and/or project finance in the power and/or transport sectors within:

• a utility / concessions company
• the project finance / infrastructure / power department of a Tier 1 international investment bank
• the infrastructure department in a Development Finance Institution
• the infrastructure / PPP department of a transaction / financial advisory firm
• an infrastructure private equity fund with exposure to early to mid-stage project development
• MBA, MSc or equivalent qualification from a Tier 1 university
• Project management experience
• Solid understanding of Concession agreements, PPA, EPC, O&M contracts
• Demonstrated track record of closing transactions
• Awareness of the latest trends and developments in financing infrastructure

Essential Qualities:

• Positive attitude
• Integrity
• Indefatigable work ethic – this role will regularly require late nights/weekends/travel
• Self-starter.  High initiative
• Clarity of thought and action

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Interest in Africa50’s mission, strategy and values
• Strong connection to Africa and intent to have Africa-focused career
• Strong understanding of the power and transport sectors
• Strong understanding of PPP project structuring and project finance
• Strong business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients’ needs effectively and identify potential business partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, Fluent in French, Portuguese a plus
• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with sponsors, partners and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds; living experience in emerging countries is a plus
• Prior knowledge of African infrastructure and relationships in Africa are a strong plus

Location:

• Casablanca, Morocco

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to jadams@caglobalint.com .

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Jamie Adams

Recruitment Specialist

CA Finance

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Reference No. SR-LJ-020

Main Purpose of the Role

This role oversees the full spectrum of daily financial operations, including cash flow management, account reconciliations, and reporting. The Financial Accountant will ensure compliance with tax regulations, improve internal processes, and contribute to business performance by preparing accurate financial statements. Additionally, the role involves managing the finance team in Eswatini, optimizing financial strategies, and driving operational efficiency.

 

Key Deliverables of the Financial Accountant

 

• Monitor cash management daily to optimise investment income.
• Management of creditors’ function (including supplier payment, reconciling to supplier statement).
• Management of debtors’ function (including debt collection and reconciling debtors’ balances).
• Provide monthly creditor and debtor age analysis.
• Reconcile salary information provided by third party salary administrators to bank account payments.
• Reconcile VAT accounts, prepare and submit VAT returns as well as make payments, collect refunds as is applicable.
• Review daily takings reconciliations for takings relating to the prior day for all stores, with the weekends and public holiday takings being reconciled on the next working day.
• Review the reconciliation of petty cash items at the stores on a monthly basis.
• General ledger responsibility.
• Other asset/liability reconciliations.
• Fixed assets – sub ledger to general ledger.
• Management of insurance.
• Maintenance of general ledger to trial balance.
• Prepare management accounts on a monthly basis.
• Enhance internal operational efficiencies and development of reporting tools to enhance the performance of the business.
• Ensure compliance with tax authorities and other statutory legislation (PAYE, VAT, APS, Border Tax, Namboard and Dairy Board).
• Manage the finance team in Eswatini.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A relevant tertiary qualification is essential. 
• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than TWO years relevant working experience.
• The successful candidate will have previous experience as a Financial Accountant.
• Previous experience within the retail industry will be highly advantageous.
• An excellent command of English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the job.

 

Key Competencies:

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

 

• Strong financial accounting skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Accuracy and strict attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and use creativity to solve problems.
• A self-starter who shows initiative and assumes responsibility for projects.
• The ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks within strict time frames within a fast paced, pressurized environment.
• A strong customer service orientation.
• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, company management and clients.
• Tenacity and a high degree of perseverance.
• High energy levels.
• A strong work ethic.

 

Location:

• Matsapha, Eswatini
• By nature of the group, travel will be required from any staff member of the company from time to time.  In this particular role, the successful candidate should be prepared to travel from time to time as and when required.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@caglobalint.com

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Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

CA Finance

 

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Reference No. JA-LJ- 0017

Principal Responsibilities

The Paralegal will work under the general supervision of the Principal Counsel – Transactions and the Principal Counsel – Administration and Governance. The Paralegal will collaborate closely with all colleagues in the Legal Department.

The following, inter alia, are the responsibilities of the Legal Department’s Paralegal:

 

Administration and Governance

• Organize all Board materials for distribution to the Board;
• Manage the translation of, and ensuring the quality of (by personally reviewing) all Board and GSM materials and all other documents required by the Legal Department;
• Complete French translations of all communications to the Board and all other written communications from the General Counsel that requires translation;
• Maintain the corporate records, including final Board and shareholder meeting minutes, policies, resolutions and other final documents;
• In collaboration with the General Counsel’s Executive Assistant, manage the approvals and payments of Legal Department invoices;
• Draft Secretary Certificates and prepare KYC documents for Corporate Secretary execution;
• Draft/review basic legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, service contracts, resolutions, correspondence, internal memos and amendments to legal agreements under the direction of the relevant counsel;
• Conduct research, analyse and summarize findings to assist in the decision-making process;
• Maintain a filing system and library of all legal department documents, including templates;
• Maintain a library of all legal documents executed by the organisation;
• Complete various administrative tasks, such as preparing routine correspondence, managing the filing of official Legal Department correspondence; and maintaining relevant legal knowledge management files.
• Assist the Legal Administrative Support in providing any required administrative support to the Team

 

Transactions

• Draft/review basic legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, memoranda of understanding, waivers and amendments to various legal documents under the direction of counsel.
• Manage conditions precedent, including drafting closing checklists, reviewing condition precedent documents;
• Compile closing binders and manage signing processes;
• Assist in managing external counsel, including retention, liaison between the Legal Department and external counsel on documentation processing, collating comments and generally facilitating the execution of transactions;
• Perform routine portfolio management tasks and other legal monitoring activities related to the organisations’s investment operations; and
• Conduct a variety of tasks under the direction of the Legal Department counsel relating to project preparation or implementation.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum of five years of paralegal experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task, manage time-sensitive documents and have exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment in a collaborative manner
• Familiarity with basic contracts and strong legal drafting and project management skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently

 

Location:

• The Paralegal will be based in Casablanca, Morocco.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

 

Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

CA Global

 

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Reference No. CEBLR26

Reference Number: CEBLR26

Job Description:

Our client is looking for an Analyst, who will, under supervision, will play a key role in the development, management and growth of the Financial Institutions business within their Financial Services division. The role will primarily involve business development towards asset generation, relationship management and portfolio risk management/monitoring. Other key areas of responsibilities are: strategy formulation, business planning, market & client research, due diligence, credit and investment analysis, technical writing, business performance tracking and reporting, and investment approval documentation.

 

Responsibilities:

• Deal Origination and Execution
• Support the development of new relationships with financial institutions across Africa with the objective of origination of trade finance and other loan transactions and the general expansion of their deal pipeline.
• Support the development of a marketing strategy for their Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit
• Lead / participate in the investment appraisal process including the preparation of investment memoranda, relevant research, approval memos, facility renewal memos, financial modelling and analysis, risk assessments, etc.
• Negotiate risk fees and appropriately price transactions.
• Assist with the development and update of standard documents such as term sheets, facility agreements, etc. Work hand in hand with the legal department to review to closure the legal documentation pertaining to transactions being pursued by the unit.
• Relationship Management
• Maintain solid professional relationships with existing and potential banking and non-banking financial institution clients, partners and other stakeholders.
• Lead due diligence efforts (KYC, AML, Sanctions, ABC) on current and prospective clients and partners.
• Engage actively in fund raising activities for the business unit.
• Monitor and manage credit lines for existing obligors.
• Ensure optimization of credit allocation by balancing deal opportunities with risk-return requirements.
• Identify requirements for new credit allocations (depending on business objectives, client requirements and risk appetite) and initiate discussions with the Credit Risk Officer to put the same in place
• Monitor existing trade finance portfolio as required.
• Ensure compliance with the Corporation’s credit policies to minimize the incidence of bad and/ or non-performing loans.
• Strategy
• Assist in the development and implementation of the strategy and business development plan for the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders including Finance, Risk, Operations, etc. to ensure strategy is achievable and in line with organizational/corporate objectives
• Support organizational review and tracking of corporate objectives by developing and providing regular reports (in a suitable format) to the relevant units
• In conjunction with Finance, support business planning and analysis for the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit, including preparation of revenue and asset forecasts
• Assist in the review, planning and implementation of the units credit risk allocation requirements in light of the unit’s revenue objectives Loan Syndication
• Develop presentations and proposals to potential clients for syndicated Mandated Lead Arranger (MLA) roles.
• Assist in building competitive deal structures and pricing in line with AFC’s risk return models.
• Prepare syndication materials and loan placement documents including PIM
• Lead and participate in any financial institution or syndication related initiatives within the Corporation. Market Intelligence and specialist knowledge
• Keep abreast of external and internal trends and developments relating to Financial Instutitions products from a DFI perspective and demonstrate understanding of their applicability to the business of the Corporation.
• Assist in developing effective proactive responses to key trends to ensure that the Corporation’s interest is protected at all times.
• Contribute specialist knowledge during all phases of product development and ongoing product management activities.
• Ad-Hoc
• Manage any operational risk aspects pertaining to the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit
• Manage Risk and Control Self Assessment (RCSA) for the Financial Services division
• Represent the business unit head at all meetings when required
• Manage unit expenses in line with expense management policy and other policy guidelines issued from time to time
• Carry out additional ad-hoc duties from time to time

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Proven experience in managing trade finance transactions for Financial Institutions and Corporate clients

• Extensive FI client base across Africa.
• Up to date knowledge of documentary credits
• Proven experience in managing syndicated loans
• Advanced financial modelling skills
• Excellent knowledge of Financial Institutions sector credit analysis.
• Sound relationship management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of structuring and execution of transactions.
• Superior communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with, and lead, cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry issues.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Experience and knowledge of dealings with International Financial institutions.
• Deep knowledge of environmental and social issues in deal origination and execution.
• Attributes
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Must be able to manage a wide variety of tasks and requests competently on a daily basis
• Flexibility and ability to work with limited supervision. A self starter, able to assume the initiative following basic leads provided by senior colleagues and team members
• Strong team work capabilities, and able to work seamlessly with staff within the Division and across the Corporation. Willingness to support other staff to achieve corporate goals
• High level of creativity and capacity to develop innovative ideas or work with other team members of build up transaction ideas for onward marketing to clients
• Ability to manage multiple business priorities within a regularly changing landscape. Able to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines regularly Knowledge
• Experience in financial analysis, financial models, financial projections, and basic infrastructure project review knowledge.
• Good knowledge of financial products, including: project and structured debt, private equity, mezzanine, treasury, capital markets, guarantees and project development
• Basic credit and investment review capacity.
• Good market knowledge of the investment sector in Africa generally, and the infrastructure segment specifically, with basic knowledge of the key markets, sponsors and competitors
• Strong research skills, with a clear capacity to develop research material using publicly available information, and by leveraging various networks and internal resources available
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry trends in Infrastructure space
• Number of new FI relationships successfully onboarded
• Number of credit limit applications successfully approved and limits created
• Quality of research on investment deals.
• Quality of output with a key focus on timeliness and accuracy of financial analyses
• Education
• A strong first degree in engineering/economics/finance from a recognised university
• Relevant advanced degree e.g. Masters Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Investment or a related field of study is an added advantage
• Relevant certifications related to finance and/ or project management Experience
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Relevant certifications related to finance and/ or project management is an added advantage. Language
• Solid communication and writing skills in French/Arabic/Portuguese is mandatory in addition to English Others
• Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

 

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

 

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Reference No. SFBLR46

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com. Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

Reference Number: SFBLR46

Responsibilities:

• The role holder will be responsible for conducting assigned internal audit projects in line with approved annual risk- based internal audit plans for Afreximbank covering human resources management, board secretariat and corporate legal services management, enterprise risk management processes, related strategic initiatives, etc.
• Undertaking the planning of specific assignments, executing and concluding fieldwork within set timeframes, and reporting of audit findings and observations using approved audit methodology and consistent with international internal audit standards.
• Maintain quality work paper documentations that adequately support audit findings and conclusions.
• Liaise with clients at all stages of the audit to ensure there are no surprises and manage the presentation of audit findings to stakeholders with a view to obtaining necessary buy in, including management responses and commitment to agreed action plans.
• Propose recommendations to address the established root cause of audit findings to the management and follow up on implementation of agreed management action plans.
• Provide expertise in subject areas to help advise management on risks and controls, emerging risks, and international best practices.
• Assist the head of Internal Audit with other assignments including involvement in the development of internal audit policies, working tools and practices.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or related fields from a recognized University.
• Relevant professional qualifications in Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management, Compliance, Forensics Accounting, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Marketing such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA, CRA, CFE, CFA, etc.
• Minimum of 8 years internal audit experience, preferably in development finance institutions or consulting in the sub- sector.
• Experience in auditing structured trade finance, development finance, project and infrastructure financing, and risk bearing (guarantees and credit insurance) deals is required.
• Demonstrable understanding of Risk-Based Internal Audit (RBIA), risk management principles and corporate governance practices and frameworks.
• Strong analytical skill is required, including conducting audit in an automated environment with demonstrable proficiency in using both core audit applications and data analytical tools.

Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo for the opportunity.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Scott Fraser at sfraser@caglobalint.com

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Scott Fraser

Recruitment Manager | Africa & Global

CA Finance

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Reference No. CDTBLR-PPU-002

Reference Number: CDTBLR-PPU-002

 

Nature & Scope:

The role of the position holder will be to participate in drawing up annual business development plans, developing pipeline of viable projects with a focus on transactions that promote Intra-African Trade, Industrialization and Export Development activities. The holder of this position will work alongside the Client Relations teams to implement these plans with support from the Head of Project Preparation. The selected candidate will focus on developing high-quality development projects with a focus on Anglophone countries.

 

Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess project development and investment opportunities based on country and sector strategies and market creation potential.
• Develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities through proactive origination/business development and developing and employing sector/country knowledge. 
• Lead project development initiatives, which includes the development and assessment of prefeasibility and feasibility studies, design of new business models, bankability assessment and implementation plans for development projects that lead to Afreximbank investments.
• Conduct sector-specific data analysis and stress-testing of various operating models to help generate ideas for new projects, new products and platform businesses.
• Design and implement scalable solutions and platforms that can be replicated across markets.
• Spot game-changing trends, technologies and business models that can bring solutions to member countries.
• Supervise the production of regular reports on the assigned project portfolio including monitoring progress against project milestones and KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and form partnerships with staff across Afreximbank, sponsors, clients and other external parties to enable delivery of projects.
• Help build external recognition of Afreximbank’s distinctive capabilities in working in project development to catalyze greater flow of investment opportunities in the sector.
• Work with the Head of Project Preparation to mobilize third-party capital.
• From time to time and depending on workload and team needs, execute viable investment transactions in priority sectors (due-diligence, valuation, financial analysis, transaction structuring, documentation, negotiations etc.) that maximize development impact.
• Any other duties as assigned by senior management.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A first degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering and post graduate degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or another relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in the project and infrastructure finance sector, with a proven track record in project development preparing feasibility studies, financial models, hands-on advisory and/or consulting functions, or in an investment related function, developing and closing deals.
• Strong, demonstrated understanding and proven hands-on experience in at least one of the following sectors: energy, transport and logistics, healthcare, agro-processing, light manufacturing, heavy industry, ICT, hospitality and tourism.
• Regional knowledge of countries and understanding of infrastructure challenges faced by countries within the continent will be a plus.
• Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, financial and technical partners as well as senior government officials.
• Genuine commitment to development and to Afreximbank’s mission, strategy, and values.
• Capacity to innovate and challenge the status quo. Proven track record in new idea generation, business development, and creating projects/programs from scratch.
• Experience in monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of projects/programs/initiatives.
• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills; demonstrated ability to synthetize complex information and make concrete strategic and tactical recommendations.
• Excellent people skills, openness to feedback, new ideas, and ability to guide, and motivate others.
• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Chalden Du Toit at cdutoit@caglobalint.com

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Chalden Du Toit

Recruitment Consultant – Banking and Finance | Africa

CA Global Finance

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Reference No. MTAFXIN11

Afreximbank – Consultant (Operations Manager-Technical Onboarding) - AfrexInsure) – Cairo, Egypt

 

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.
 

Afrexim Insurance Management Company (AfrexInsure) is a 100% owned subsidiary of Afreximbank. The company is licensed by the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius as an Insurance Manager to offer specialty insurance management services in Africa.

 

Reference Number: MTAFXIN11

 

Responsibilities:

• The Operations Manager-Technical Onboarding is responsible for the daily functions and ensuring that the AfrexInsure’s back office runs efficiently. This position involves managing various operational processes, including renewals, risk management, claims processing, credit control, reporting, and customer service. The individual will be responsible for developing and implementing operational policies and procedures that enhance productivity while maintaining compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• The person will analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, streamline workflows, and optimize resource allocation. Additionally, they will collaborate with other departments such as IT, finance, compliance, and marketing to align operational strategies with overall business goals.
• The operations manager will be expected to contribute to building the AfrexInsure franchise through quality and efficient delivery to customers and working with key stakeholders such as risk carriers, regulators, brokers, local primary insurers, among others.
• The operations manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory & internal standards, optimizing processes for efficiency, coordinating between departments to enhance service delivery, implementing strategic initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and retention, analyzing operational data to inform decision-making, reporting, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders to align organizational goals. This will be achieved by doing among others tasks the following.
• Work with Business Development Managers to identify renewal business    opportunities and renew policies falling due for renewal - Keep track of insurance renewals in advance.
• Contact existing clients and increase the scope of covers clients have in place i.e., identification of ways to grow portfolios organically and implementing growth solutions.
• Responsible for client needs, seeking and providing continuous feedback.
• Documentation- supports business development team on underwriting documentation checklists/packs per product offering.
• Monitors the placing of reinsurance risks to ensure that risks are acceptable, and placement correct.
• Responsible of all technical underwriting processes in line with organizational needs and requirements.
• Investigates and resolves underwriting complaints and queries.
• Risk based assessment- define and iterate underwriting guidelines as per the emerging risks. Identify risk assessment methodologies and tools for proper assessment before onboarding.
• Binding of Insurance policies, in liaison with the risk carriers, ensures formalization of the policy issuance process upon terms acceptance.
• Delegated authority- Hold the underwriting pen on binding cover as may be agreed upon. Conduct Risk surveys and assessments for clients and complex projects.
• Policy administration – (renewal processing, endorsements, cancellations and lapsing of polices, filing, premium invoicing and collection)
• Design and oversee the claims management process in conjunction with Risk carriers and brokers in line with any delegated authority.
• Claims reporting and documentation and Ensure clients’ claims are paid on time.
• Development and execution of adequate back-office processes in line with best practice
• Analyze current operational processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Streamline workflows to improve efficiency in processing (re)insurance contracts.
• Create operational processes and procedures, documenting the same and ensure that the set procedures are implemented.
• Implement best practices for data management, reporting, and documentation.
• Develop methodology to ensure that assigned task that are complex in nature are managed effectively and in a timely manner ensuring Client measurement Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are adhered to, to provide services in an efficient, effective, and regulatory compliant manner.
• Grow and maintain solid relationships with Customers, Brokers, Insurers, Reinsurers, and key market stakeholders.
• Identify and develop relationship with existing and potential insurance partners considering African experience to increase insurance capacity required to promote the business objectives of AfrexInsure.
• Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulations, industry standards and internal processes.
• Monitor risk management processes to mitigate potential operational risks.
• Quality assurance: Process audits: Regularly review back-office operations to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Risk assessment and management: Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in back-office operations and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Assist in developing the operations budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Monitor expenses related to operations and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company’s goals
• Reporting - Responsible for authoring all relevant reports related to the business functions of AfrexInsure/Afreximbank on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis including management and board reports.
• Business intelligence and market insights- conduct research and data analytics to support business development and operations
• Assess insureds background information and financial status.
• Liaise with transaction specialists/ experts to gather information and opinions.
• Review insurance applications for compliance and adherence (Know Your Customer & Customer Due Diligence)
• Document Management
• Credit control management that includes premium collection activities such as invoicing and debtors management.
• Managing general corporate administrative functions.
• Follow applicable insurance laws.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Risk Management, Management, or related field from a reputable university. A professional qualification in Finance, Banking, Risk management, Insurance, Accounting, International Trade Finance, or related disciplines may be accepted in lieu of the of the master’s degree.
• Sound experience of at least 8 years with a leading financial services organization in the insurance operations field coupled with familiarity with some of the major products of Afreximbank, including trade finance, trade finance related products, project finance, export development etc.
• At least 8 years’ experience in dealing with insurance products and good understanding of the African insurance market, with proven background in insurance operations management.
• Knowledge of and experience in insurance including African Specialty insurance
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting including knowledge of the workings of the main segments of African project and export finance markets, specialty insurance, (re)insurance and other risk mitigation markets.
• Experience in handling customer or stakeholder queries and understanding their needs.
• Ability to deliver high quality service to customers and to achieve goals and set targets.
• Establish, build, and manage relationships with underwriters and reinsurance markets.
• Demonstrate ability to build, nurture and manage multiple stakeholders both internally and externally.
• A willingness to travel extensively and work long hours when required to achieve set objectives.
• Good knowledge of African economies and financial and insurance markets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Afreximbank and AfrexInsure other working languages (French, Arabic, and Portuguese) is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of the rules and regulations governing insurance internationally and especially African insurance
• Ability to interact with senior officials of banks, (re)insurance companies, corporates, and governments to represent AfrexInsure.
• Proficient in project management methodologies.
• Proficiency with technology, with specific expertise in business and financial programs, a high aptitude with the full suite of Microsoft
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Full time position
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African nationalities are encouraged to apply

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matt Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

 

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Senior Executive Consultant

Banking & Finance

 

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Reference No. MTAFX10

Afreximbank: Manager, Business Support, Banking Operations – Cairo, Egypt

 

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com. Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.
 
Reference Number: MTAFX10

 

Responsibilities: 

• The role of the position holder will be to initiate and be responsible for the timely implementation of Banking Operations (BAOP) related business initiatives aligned with the Bank’s strategy and within a robust governance framework. The job holder leads the development, maintenance and implementation of appropriate policies and processes across BAOP functions in line with the Bank’s Risk Management Policies and Procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and minimizing operational risks. The job holder will also implement a first line risk control function across the various units of Banking Operations. The job holder is expected the implement professional MI & analytics capabilities for the delivery of detailed banking activity related insights to executive management and all areas of the Bank and ensure a consistently positive service experience for the Bank’s customers and other internal stakeholders. The role holder will also provide day to day guidance and supervision of other level staff supporting the delivery of the function’s objectives
• Provide governance structure and framework for BAOP change initiatives and projects, create and maintain business project catalogue
• Oversee implementation of BAOP business change initiatives, and coordinate interaction with other functions on initiatives and projects impacting BAOP, both IT and non-IT related
• Communicate to relevant stakeholders on project objectives, schedule and progress to ensure ongoing buy-in
• Provide governance structure and framework for policy and process management and establish an ongoing continuous improved culture across BAOP
• Create and maintain business policy and process catalogue and manage implementation of policy and process changes across BAOP
• Undertake capacity planning for BAOP, utilizing MI & Analytic capabilities to understand business performance and efficiency as well as working with other BAOP units to identify process and capacity issues
• Implement a strong first line of defence risk culture across Banking Operations
• Maintain and execute the Bank’s Operational Risk Framework in BAOP including:
  • Risk and control assessments
  • Internal control monitoring activities, including control testing
  • Operational risk incident analysis and reporting
• Liaise with RIMA and INAU on BAOP operational controls to understand and address any control deficiencies
• Provide input to all BAOP units on the required degree and effectiveness of operational controls in relation to internal and external standards
• Oversee the MI & Analytics function, ensuring objectives as outlined are delivered
• Provide a manufacturing capability for data analysis and reporting, enabling other functions in the Bank to make informed decisions with enhanced business intelligence
• Provides a framework for leveraging data for tactical and strategic decisions by transforming data into analytical and operational reports
• Responsible for conducting periodic audits to ensure reporting capabilities are aligned to business and stakeholder requirements
• Communicate business performance and associated metrics to executive management

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill
 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computing, science and mathematics, banking or finance from a recognized University plus a post graduate degree in a relevant field;
• A professional qualification in the Banking will be an advantage
• At least 8 years with a reputable banking organization in analytics, MIS, business management, strategy implementation and project/ change management roles. Experience in credit administration, trade finance processes and back-office operations will be a positive differentiator.
• Must demonstrate experience and knowledge of operating in a fairly complex banking environment with proven knowledge and understanding of best market practice in banking operations management

 

Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo for the opportunity.
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African nationalities are encouraged to apply.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com  

 

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Finance, Fintech & IT

 

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Reference No. 489-1209LH

Reference Number: 489-1209LH

Job Description:

Our client is is seeking an experienced Finance Manager with a background in the mining sector to oversee their financial activities for their mining operation in the Northern Cape, South Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Management of all financial activities of the company to ensure compliance with required standards and regulations.
• Providing strategic financial guidance to the management and executive team.
• Development and implementation of financial strategies, plans, policies and procedures.
• Preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and financial models.
• Variance, trend and performance analysis and providing recommendations thereof.
• Ensuring financial statements, reports and presentations are prepared accurately and timeously.
• Engagement with authorities, internal and external stakeholders.
• Identification and mitigation of financial and operational risks.
• Evaluation of investment opportunities, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Mentoring, training and providing guidance to the finance team.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• BCom Accounting or similar degree.
• Qualified Chartered Accountant, CIMA designation or similar professional affiliation essential.
• 10 years previous experience in financial roles directly employed in the mining sector, including 5 years in a management level position.
• Payroll processing experience.
• Well-versed in IFRS, GAAP, Statutory Compliance and Tax.
• Auditing experience.
• Knowledgeable in accounting principles, financial reporting, financial analysis, modelling, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Computer literate in MS Office, Pastel / Sage and VIP Payroll.
• Only applicants currently based in the Northern Cape will be considered.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent contract.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to llaas@camining.com.

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Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

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Reference No. JABLR0035

Reference Number: JABLR0035

Afreximbank is seeking to redefine digital banking and establish the premier marketplace for financial services across Africa and globally. We are seeking a dynamic leader to lead the digital innovation teams and digital business units in order to drive our digital business strategy and spearhead the development, growth and commercial success of the bank’s innovative digital platforms and products.

The Global Head of Digital Business will lead the strategic direction of Afreximbank in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy and will be responsible for executing our vision to transform our digital products MANSA, ATEX, TRADAR, ATG-CONNECT and integrate PAPSS into the driving force behind "Afrexim Digital Marketplace". This key position will play a pivotal role in integrating advanced digital platforms into the core business processes and offerings of the bank; ensuring that these platforms serve as catalysts in transforming traditional banking models, making financial services more accessible and tailored to the needs of our member banks and their customers across various markets. You will be responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive digital strategy that not only enhances the efficiency and reach of our banking services but also solidifies our position as a leader in the digital financial marketplace in Africa. You will advocate for a culture of innovation within the bank, influencing policies and practices that support transformative projects and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, as well as forging and enhancing strategic partnerships with leading technology firms, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Core Responsibilities

• Orchestrate the strategic expansion of digital platforms to position Afreximbank as a pioneer in delivering comprehensive digital financial solutions and services and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement.
• Develop and implement a digital transformation strategy focused on expanding the use of digital platforms to support member banks and assist them in providing value-added trade, payments, and financing solutions to their customers. 
• Drive the digital product development lifecycle from ideation to market launch, ensuring alignment and prioritization of capability building with business needs.
• Lead the scaling and commercialization of ATG’s proposition, comprising MANSA, ATEX, TRADAR, ATG-CONNECT and PAPSS platforms; while ensuring that they are integrated with a seamless referral system to drive sales growth for core trade and payments solutions to member banks.
• Monitor industry trends and advancements in digital banking and leverage this knowledge to drive innovation and continuous improvement in Afreximbank’s digital trade, payments and financing solutions.
• Expand and deepen strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the digital ecosystem to advance the bank’s digital capabilities and offerings and address the evolving needs of the global financial landscape.
• Oversee the digital customer journey, prioritizing excellence in customer experience, satisfaction, and retention; and champion the integration of customer feedback into the development and refinement of digital services, ensuring alignment with user expectations and business objectives.
• Drive collaboration between Commercialization and Delivery Teams, and the Innovation teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of digital solutions and working closely with clients and member banks to understand and address their specific digital needs.
• Direct the development and execution of advanced monetization strategies and optimize the revenue generation across all digital platforms, aiming for indirect revenue through referrals and e-Sales of core products (e.g., Trade Finance & Correspondent Banking, Guarantees and Specialized Finance) as well as direct revenue from platform subscriptions.
• Establish and nurture multi-bank consortiums, fostering collaboration and shared innovation among member banks to drive collective growth and amplify the impact of digital initiatives.
• Champion the Digital Sales Planning and Strategy and develop the annual business plans, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans for all digital platforms to achieve customer base expansion, growth, revenue and profitability across all paid, owned and earned digital channels. 
• Develop the Digital Marketing Strategy, to be implemented by DBUs, in order to initiate, drive and implement marketing initiatives to accelerate lead generation and product adoption while also improving digital brand presence.
• Develop high-level business plans and value propositions for all innovation concepts, new products and businesses; with periodic reviews of existing products and businesses to ensure continuous alignment while maintaining value creation.
• Supervise the utilization of data-driven insights and analysis of performance metrics and market trends to guide strategic decisions, improve service offerings and continually refine digital strategies and operations.
• Negotiate high-level contracts and foster relationships with third parties/vendors, international partners, governing bodies, and key industry players.
• Lead the Digital Business Units to ensure delivery of the annual digital sales and digital revenue and profitability targets for all digital platforms; and oversee the business reviews for the DBUs, chaired by Executive Vice President (EVP-Global Trade Bank) “EVP GTBA”, to review progress against digital sales plans including performance of digital campaigns/offers as well as insights on platform utilization and customer feedback.
• Oversee the performance of the Operator management contract for ATEX, on behalf of the EVP GTBA, ensuring key performance measures of the B2B e-Commerce business are achieved by the Operator, and recommending to the EVP timely strategic marketing approaches to accelerate the growth of the e-Commerce business.
• Represent EVP in external and internal forums and lead executive level discussions serving as the principal digital strategy advisor to the bank’s highest-level stakeholders and an influential external face of Afreximbank’s digital initiatives in global forums.
• Develop effective relationships with both external and internal stakeholders to understand and address specific customer needs related to digital trade, payments and financing solutions.
• Foster a collaborative culture to promote high performance and achievement of goals and Key Performance Indicators at the departmental and individual level.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• This position is suited for a visionary leader who possesses strong experience in the Banking or Financial Services industry as a senior-level executive with expert knowledge in digital and traditional payments, trade and corporate financing solutions.
• Proven track record in managing large scale digital transformation projects or technology-driven innovation projects within the banking sector and leading the development of market-leading digital corporate channels.
• Prior experience in leading diverse product development and business teams to achieve exceptional outcomes in commercializing digital payments and trade finance solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, or Business and Finance, Economics, or a closely related field. MBA degree or other relevant postgraduate qualification is required.
• Prior experience with multinational and regional banks, showcasing a deep understanding of regional markets with demonstrated expertise in developing strategic partnerships with platform providers and financial institutions.
• A track record of thought leadership in the banking sector, as evidenced by public speaking engagements at regional conferences or published works.
• Prior experience in leading digital strategy and the establishment of digital factories using project delivery environments (such as Scrum, Agile, and Waterfall) is advantageous.
• Experience in nurturing new ideas and leading-edge technologies within a dynamic corporate banking environment, preferably with Omni-channel experience.
• Strong leadership qualities with an ability to influence and drive strategic visions across all levels of the organization.
• Proactive, innovative mindset with a strong analytical capability and problem-solving approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Knowledge of the Bank’s other working languages (French, Arabic, Portuguese) is an added advantage, enabling broader regional engagement and facilitation.

Years & Nature of Experience

• Minimum of 12 years of product development experience, including hands-on involvement in transforming ideas and concepts into successful market launches with widespread customer adoption.

Technical Competencies

• Business Performance Management
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Emerging Technology
• First Principle & Design Thinking
• Industry Networking
• Market Intelligence
• Operational/Process Excellence
• Product Design and Development
• Project Management
• Quality Management
• Quant Modelling
• Requirement Gathering
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategy & Planning

Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Jamie Adams at jadams@caglobalint.com

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CA Banking, IT, Insurance, Legal & Finance

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Reference No. CDTCEOSG

Nature & Scope:

Our client is a leader in the distribution of frozen products in French-speaking Africa with a presence in Gabon and Côte d'Ivoire. As part of the strengthening of its governance and strategic development, the Group is looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will report directly to the Board of Directors to execute the group's strategic vision in Côte d'Ivoire and its expansion into West Africa.

 

Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for creating, planning, implementing and integrating the strategic direction of the company as defined by the Board of Directors
• Communicate and implement the vision and mission of the organization as directed by the Board of Directors
• Ensure that the company's leadership is continuously aware of the competitive landscape, development prospects, consumer habits, and industry developments
• Formulate and implement the strategic plan that guides the company's direction
• Coordinate the development of the annual budget and related operational performance indicators
• Ensure the smooth operational functioning of the company, according to budgets and strategic plans
• Evaluate and develop the skills of the company's management members. Monitor the performance of members of management either through recognition, coaching, or disciplinary actions
• Represent the company in external and public relations
• Further develop the good reputation of the brand in Côte d'Ivoire
• Exercising inspiring leadership and building team spirit
• Create an environment that promotes a high-performance corporate culture and a positive work climate
• Guarantor to the Board of Directors of the successful achievement of the financial, operational and organizational performance of the company as a whole

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Rigor, autonomy and strong analytical and synthesis skills
• Ability to dialogue and persuasion
• Sense of organization and prioritization of problems
• Taste for continuous improvement
• Ability to design monitoring tools (dashboards, etc.)
• Availability and high work capacity
• Ability to meet deliverables and deadlines
• Ability to motivate and mobilize teams
• Good communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good situational awareness
• Team spirit
• Listening and decision-making skills
• Entrepreneurial Ability
• Negotiation Ability
• Be action-oriented and results-oriented
• Interpersonal skills and professional presentation
• Good knowledge of financial tables, cash management and budgeting
• Good corporate governance
• Languages: fluent in English and French

 

Candidate Profile:

15 to 20 years of experience in the management of a medium to large company or subsidiary, ideally in the modern food distribution sector in Africa and/or in the FMCG sector in Africa.

 

Remuneration:

The remuneration will be very competitive and defined according to the candidate's profile and experience.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to cdutoit@caglobalint.com

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Chalden du Toit

Consultant

CA Finance

 

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Reference No. SBSR - 01

Nature & Scope:

The Group Payroll & HR Administrator will report to the Head of Human Capital Administration and be responsible for managing payroll data for 18 companies across 8 African countries. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll management, compliance with local regulations, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

 

Responsibilities:

• Collect, verify, compile and distribute employee payroll data for 18 different companies, in 8 different African countries.
• Calculate and process weekly and monthly payroll changes timeously and align with the Payroll Bureau’s Service Level Agreement (“SLA”).
• Process new appointments, terminations, promotions, salary adjustments and medical aid amendments monthly.
• Ensure in-country Human Resource (“HR”) Representatives adhere to payroll calendars and deadlines.
• Liaise with in-country HR Representatives, management, staff and third parties on payroll queries and provide regular feedback.
• Validate variance reports to ensure accuracy of payroll and the understanding of payroll calculations. This will include doing payslip interpretations.
• Ensure the accountants receive salary funds requests timeously.
• Ensure monthly payroll journals are provided to the accountants timeously.
• Complete unemployment forms.
• Update and maintain leave database.
• Complete and submit quarterly STAT SA reports.
• Manage annual internal and external payroll auditing.
• Manage and maintain payroll and employee files electronically.
• Complete Wage Declaration Forms for most of the companies.
• Provide department heads with reports as and when required.
• Provide accountants with a monthly salary matrix headcount report.
• Ensure monthly statutory payments and submissions are processed timeously.
• Ensure payroll compliance standards are in alignment with local payroll regulations.
• Stay up to date with statutory payroll regulations and best practices in Africa.
• Liaise with service providers such as, but not limited to, bankers, auditors, pension & provident fund service providers, medical aid service providers and payroll bureau.
• Maintain suitable and adequate documentation of all work performed, with appropriate security and confidentiality safeguards.
• General day-to-day human resources administration.
• Assist with various administrative and operational issues.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Matric/Grade 12 is essential.
• A relevant Payroll or HR Qualification will be advantageous.

 

Experience / Background Preference

• The ideal candidate will have THREE to FIVE years’ working experience in payroll.
• Knowledge of Document Management Systems is essential.
• An understanding of payroll processes is essential.
• Basic knowledge of payroll related legislation which includes BCEA, UIF, Medical Aid and Pension
• Fund Regulations is essential.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles is essential.
• Microsoft Excel - Intermediate Level.
• A strong command of English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the job.

 

Key Competencies:

 

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

• Very strong administrative skills.
• A very strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively on all levels.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain a very high level of confidentiality.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to multitask while effectively managing timelines.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Very strict attention to detail.
• A very structured, organized and methodical manner of working.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to sbissoon@caglobalint.com.

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Sahil Bissoon

Business Development and Recruitment Specialist

CA Finance

 

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Reference No. MTACUFIN1

Job Description:

The Business Development Manager is a senior, strategic role responsible for generating new business and revenue for a boutique firm headquartered in Mauritius, specializing in corporate, fiduciary, fund administration, and accounting services. This firm has established a reputation as a go-to provider of personalized solutions, with a global reach through representative offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the core objective of this position is to identify, develop, and implement business development initiatives and campaigns to attract new clients and enhance services offered to the existing client base. All business development activities align with the company’s objectives, values, and policies, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. The BD team is responsible for building and managing relationships with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, intermediaries, and other third parties.

The successful candidate will be based in South Africa, is a self-starter with a mature and established intermediary network and possesses direct client relationships with potential new business opportunities.

 

Responsibilities:

• Implement the defined sales and business development strategy to promote the offerings of the company.
• Strengthen the firm’s market position by generating quality sales leads through participation in industry events, hosted events, thought leadership articles, press releases, client newsletters, and more.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the core client portfolio, as well as with new clients in emerging markets and sectors.
• Track business development opportunities, utilizing market knowledge and intelligence tools to identify projects aligned with the company’s strategy.
• Maintain business development pipeline information, including call reports, proposal templates, service/fee proposals, and related financial analyses.
• Attend client meetings to understand potential clients, identify service opportunities, and assist them in managing businesses aligned with the firm’s services.
• Liaise with clients to oversee the completion of onboarding forms, KYC requirements, and ensure timely submission in compliance with AML/CFT standards.
• Build strong relationships with corporate clients and stakeholders to cultivate long-term referral partnerships.
• Support and oversee contract negotiations for business development and contract renewals.
• Provide professional expertise and address queries or requests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all processes and procedures comply with statutory requirements and that client files are organized and complete.
• Train and develop team members to improve performance, meet business needs, and uphold required standards.
• Lead and foster an effective, cohesive team culture.
• Prepare and present new business reviews to management through timely reports.
• Identify and contribute to risk mitigation efforts, reporting any issues to senior management promptly.
• Complete ad hoc assignments, special client projects, or internal projects as requested by the Head of Department.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence and efficiency by setting a personal example of corporate standards.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Educated to degree level, with a relevant professional qualification
• At least five years’ proven business development experience in professional services
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• Dynamic, committed and proactive.  Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Good team player, with strong customer service drive
• Highly computer literate (with knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• An understanding of the onshore and offshore administration market and services is preferred

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Based in South Africa
• 12-month consultancy into possible Full-time position based on performance
• Competitive basic salary & commission potential

 

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

 

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Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Global Finance

 

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Reference No. CEBLR23

Reference Number: CEBLR23

 

Job Description:

Our client is committed to supporting financial services policymakers and regulators in Africa to create a conducive environment for the deployment and scaling of inclusive instant payment systems (IIPS) in the continent. They aim to enhance the capacity and commitment of stakeholders at regional and national levels, to review policies and regulations according to advancements and evolving realities in the DFS ecosystem. They also seek to support stakeholders to promote an open and level playing field for financial service providers, encouraging competition and innovation. Additionally, they aim to encourage policymakers and regulators to actualize policy and regulatory harmonization at the continental level, to

facilitate effective and efficient digital cross-border payments. They are dedicated to promoting the inclusivity of IIPS, developing and enforcing consumer protection structures to enhance trust among consumers. Therefore, they are seeking a DFS Policy and Regulation Specialist to join the team, reporting to the Director of Advocacy and Capacity Development.

 

Responsibilities:

• The DFS Policy and Regulation Specialist, in close collaboration with the Director of Advocacy and Capacity Development, will lead the development and implementation of the policy engagement strategy across Africa.
• strategically positioning the organisation and forging mutual partnerships with a broad range of policymakers and regulators, e.g. regional and national central banks, government agencies including ICT and competition authorities, ministries of finance, treasury departments, among other relevant bodies, as well as partners policy development organizations.
• Amplifying key policy insights, best practices, and benchmarks in the deployment and scale of IIPS in the continent
• Support the agenda for promoting cross border payments policy and regulatory harmonization in Africa
• Enhancing the capacity of key policy and regulatory stakeholders on developing and scaling IIPS
• Developing tools and resources to support policymakers and regulators in driving IIPS
• Summary of key responsibilities:
  • Policy and regulatory advocacy
  • Key partnership development
  • Capacity development support
  • Development of policy tools and resources in enabling IIPS
• Assist in building and maintaining relationships with regional and national central banks, government agencies including ICT and competition authorities, ministries of finance, treasury departments, among other relevant bodies, as well as partner policy development organizations, the private sector, development partners/enablers, and other stakeholders in the DFS ecosystem.
  • Conduct research and diagnostics to build evidence for policy reforms and map the policy and regulatory landscape in Africa
  • Be at the core of the policy engagement strategy development, review, update, and implementation
  • Engage in key partnership development and technical assistance initiatives.
  • Produce evidence-backed policy notes, technical project reports, and presentations as necessary.
  • Provide strategic guidance on key policy advocacy moments that they could leverage and identify approaches to working with key channels of influence in policy
  • Take initiative in positioning themselves as IIPS advocates, and coordinate with other internal technical teams during project implementation
• Capacity development
  • Identify opportunities to support existing policy capacity development initiatives by development partners or capacity building organisations, aligned to enhancing an enabling environment for digital payments and financial inclusion in Africa.
• Conduct capacity development needs assessment in policy and regulation themes for existing and new partners/initiatives.
• Develop capacity development initiative plans for policy and regulations stakeholders.
• Coordinate all capacity development support provided to policy and regulation stakeholders, in collaboration with other staff and consultants where needed.
• Contribute to capacity development evaluations to inform refined and improved policy initiatives.
• Develop post-capacity development reports or outputs.
• Coordinate with the Communications Department colleagues on repurposing policy and regulatory capacity development outputs, for additional internal and external initiatives.
• Development of policy tools and resources in enabling IIPS
  • Conduct desk research/literature review of the availability of policy tools/ resources and Identify tools and resources that would be useful to industry (e.g., best practices and benchmarks)
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director, Advocacy and Capacity Development and the Deputy CEO partnerships and capacity building

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A master’s degree in Economic / Public Policy / Business Administration, or any other related discipline. Additional certificates / training in digital financial services or related disciplines will be an asset.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in a central bank / regulatory setting body/policy and regulatory coordination function
• At least 2 years of experience in providing technical assistance to regulators / policy makers, and / or advisory in DFS, payments, or financial inclusion, capacity-building initiatives within policy / regulatory / government engagements
• Proven experience in research, regulatory reviews, policy and government stakeholder management, and partnership management
• Good understanding of policy and regulation frameworks in digital financial services and financial inclusion in Africa, including an in-depth understanding of the key challenges and opportunities
• Excellent analytical capabilities (particularly economic/quantitative analysis), written and oral communication - Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) - Good planning, organizational and reporting skills.
• Ability to plan and coordinate the implementation of participatory action planning approaches and engage policymakers and regulator stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in the coordination of project activities, working with multiple teams including government agencies, central banks, civil society, and the community.
• Demonstrated experience in work planning, meeting coordination, and report writing.
• Advocacy experience related to policy, leadership, and governance is strongly preferred.
• Full professional proficiency in English and French is preferred.
• Sound commitment and passion for policy reforms for financial inclusion in Africa.
• Excellent diplomacy and negotiation ability, interpersonal and problem-solving skills,
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, including multi-party communication.
• Versatility and adaptability to the workload of multiple projects and clients
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Independent and the ability to apply sound judgement to decisions.
• Sound time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Nimble, flexible, and the ability to deal with structured change.
• Comfortable in a multicultural environment, flexible, and able to handle pressure well.

 

Benefits:

• Fully Remote Position

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

 

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Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

 

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: CEBLR23

 

Job Description:

Our client is committed to supporting financial services policymakers and regulators in Africa to create a conducive environment for the deployment and scaling of inclusive instant payment systems (IIPS) in the continent. They aim to enhance the capacity and commitment of stakeholders at regional and national levels, to review policies and regulations according to advancements and evolving realities in the DFS ecosystem. They also seek to support stakeholders to promote an open and level playing field for financial service providers, encouraging competition and innovation. Additionally, they aim to encourage policymakers and regulators to actualize policy and regulatory harmonization at the continental level, to

facilitate effective and efficient digital cross-border payments. They are dedicated to promoting the inclusivity of IIPS, developing and enforcing consumer protection structures to enhance trust among consumers. Therefore, they are seeking a DFS Policy and Regulation Specialist to join the team, reporting to the Director of Advocacy and Capacity Development.

 

Responsibilities:

• The DFS Policy and Regulation Specialist, in close collaboration with the Director of Advocacy and Capacity Development, will lead the development and implementation of the policy engagement strategy across Africa.
• strategically positioning the organisation and forging mutual partnerships with a broad range of policymakers and regulators, e.g. regional and national central banks, government agencies including ICT and competition authorities, ministries of finance, treasury departments, among other relevant bodies, as well as partners policy development organizations.
• Amplifying key policy insights, best practices, and benchmarks in the deployment and scale of IIPS in the continent
• Support the agenda for promoting cross border payments policy and regulatory harmonization in Africa
• Enhancing the capacity of key policy and regulatory stakeholders on developing and scaling IIPS
• Developing tools and resources to support policymakers and regulators in driving IIPS
• Summary of key responsibilities:
  • Policy and regulatory advocacy
  • Key partnership development
  • Capacity development support
  • Development of policy tools and resources in enabling IIPS
• Assist in building and maintaining relationships with regional and national central banks, government agencies including ICT and competition authorities, ministries of finance, treasury departments, among other relevant bodies, as well as partner policy development organizations, the private sector, development partners/enablers, and other stakeholders in the DFS ecosystem.
  • Conduct research and diagnostics to build evidence for policy reforms and map the policy and regulatory landscape in Africa
  • Be at the core of the policy engagement strategy development, review, update, and implementation
  • Engage in key partnership development and technical assistance initiatives.
  • Produce evidence-backed policy notes, technical project reports, and presentations as necessary.
  • Provide strategic guidance on key policy advocacy moments that they could leverage and identify approaches to working with key channels of influence in policy
  • Take initiative in positioning themselves as IIPS advocates, and coordinate with other internal technical teams during project implementation
• Capacity development
  • Identify opportunities to support existing policy capacity development initiatives by development partners or capacity building organisations, aligned to enhancing an enabling environment for digital payments and financial inclusion in Africa.
• Conduct capacity development needs assessment in policy and regulation themes for existing and new partners/initiatives.
• Develop capacity development initiative plans for policy and regulations stakeholders.
• Coordinate all capacity development support provided to policy and regulation stakeholders, in collaboration with other staff and consultants where needed.
• Contribute to capacity development evaluations to inform refined and improved policy initiatives.
• Develop post-capacity development reports or outputs.
• Coordinate with the Communications Department colleagues on repurposing policy and regulatory capacity development outputs, for additional internal and external initiatives.
• Development of policy tools and resources in enabling IIPS
  • Conduct desk research/literature review of the availability of policy tools/ resources and Identify tools and resources that would be useful to industry (e.g., best practices and benchmarks)
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director, Advocacy and Capacity Development and the Deputy CEO partnerships and capacity building

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A master’s degree in Economic / Public Policy / Business Administration, or any other related discipline. Additional certificates / training in digital financial services or related disciplines will be an asset.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in a central bank / regulatory setting body/policy and regulatory coordination function
• At least 2 years of experience in providing technical assistance to regulators / policy makers, and / or advisory in DFS, payments, or financial inclusion, capacity-building initiatives within policy / regulatory / government engagements
• Proven experience in research, regulatory reviews, policy and government stakeholder management, and partnership management
• Good understanding of policy and regulation frameworks in digital financial services and financial inclusion in Africa, including an in-depth understanding of the key challenges and opportunities
• Excellent analytical capabilities (particularly economic/quantitative analysis), written and oral communication - Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) - Good planning, organizational and reporting skills.
• Ability to plan and coordinate the implementation of participatory action planning approaches and engage policymakers and regulator stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in the coordination of project activities, working with multiple teams including government agencies, central banks, civil society, and the community.
• Demonstrated experience in work planning, meeting coordination, and report writing.
• Advocacy experience related to policy, leadership, and governance is strongly preferred.
• Full professional proficiency in English and French is preferred.
• Sound commitment and passion for policy reforms for financial inclusion in Africa.
• Excellent diplomacy and negotiation ability, interpersonal and problem-solving skills,
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, including multi-party communication.
• Versatility and adaptability to the workload of multiple projects and clients
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Independent and the ability to apply sound judgement to decisions.
• Sound time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Nimble, flexible, and the ability to deal with structured change.
• Comfortable in a multicultural environment, flexible, and able to handle pressure well.

 

Benefits:

• Fully Remote Position

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

 

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

 

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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