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Reference No. JA-SR- 0025

Reference Number: JA-SR- 0025

Job Description: 

The Record to Report (R2R) lead is the primary owner of the end-to-end record to report process with the overall goal of delivering R2R services while ensuring quality and cost effectiveness. The Record to Report (R2R) Lead supports the management of policies and controls, manage complex and escalated issues across R2R services, perform in-depth troubleshooting and to support operations delivery, quality management and control. Proactively support the Group Shared Services Finance Lead to drive ongoing standardization and change within the operational accounting and transactional processing activities within the ADvTECH Group.

Responsibilities:

  • The Record to Reporting Process Lead is responsible for managing the RTR - Record to Report teams. The RTR processes covers Data Management, General Ledger Accounting, Bank Account processing, Close Processes, Assets, Accounting and Reporting.
  • Manages the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Revenue Reconciliation, Bank related activities and governance etc. in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Lead & manage Operational Accounting.
  • Lead the development and documentation of an end-to-end strategy and related policies that links to the overall organisation’s strategy.
  • Responsible for the validity, accuracy and completeness of the General Ledger.
  • Responsible for subledger to general ledger reconciliations.
  • Coordinates the monthly close processes.
  • Overall responsibility for authorisation, accuracy and completeness of journals
  • Responsible for monthly management account preparation and presentation of management accounts to Brand Finance teams.
  • Monthly statutory reporting for group reporting.
  • Designs operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency.
  • Ensures integration of data produced into systems and supports objectives of financial analysts.
  • Ensures the accurate compilation, analysis and reporting of accounting data and revenue.
  • Continuously monitor performance against objectives to ensure that identified team’s KPIs are achieved.
  • Benchmark processes against industry leaders, identify external best practices and drive continuous process optimization.
  • Accountable for the overall performance and results of the process.
  • Ensure the identification and management of critical process success factors.
  • Manage and lead process improvements, including opportunities for automation of process steps and data driven performance measures.
  • Conduct process reviews and approve or reject process deviation requests.
  • Agree on process responsibilities across organisational silos and drive adherence to the process.
  • Responsible for the overall performance of the team, monitoring their performance, providing timely feedback & assisting them to improve on their identified training needs.
  • Identify clear objectives for the team, providing coaching, career development and feedback to team members, providing performance evaluation and rewards.
  • Participates in external and internal audits and special projects.
  • May work with external consultants or auditors to provide required information and ensure proper recordkeeping for historical purposes.

Reporting Relationships

  • Reports to: GSS Head of Finance
  • Direct reports: General accounting team, Fixed Assets accounting team, Bank processing team.

Experience

  • Experience of working in finance transformation and driving significant change through business process.
  • Demonstrated experience in process re-engineering, program management and technology implementation.
  • Experience working in Finance Shared Services or Outsourcing environments.

Qualifications

  • Minimum – CA (SA)
  • Beneficial - Post graduate degree (Accounting)

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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Job Category309010

Job Reference: JA-SR- 0025

Reference No. CE6

Reference Number: CE6

 

Job Description:

An exciting Banking client of ours is looking to grow the PB&WM division’s NII income, volume of its assets under management (AUM) and wealth management product sales exponentially by driving the uptake of its investment products and wealth management solutions while operating within the strict guidelines of the banks risk and governance framework.

 

Responsibilities:

Wealth Management Product Sales & Advisory

Lead the communications and sales of the Private Banking and Wealth Management (PB&WM) division’s wealth management and investments products and strategies and elevate an awareness internally and external stakeholders to achieve all growth targets set for the division.

 

Strategy Development & Execution

Develop and execute the WM strategy under the close guidance of the Group Executive Private Banking & Wealth Management. Drive the alignment of the country Hub and business strategies.

 

Develop Policies and Processes

Manage and develop effective policies, processes and systems agenda to support the defined operational risk framework of the business as well as the PB&WM strategy covering the country's short-medium- and longer-term aspirations and plans. Work closely with FBN Quest improve processes.

 

Business Growth & Supervisory

Manage a team of wealth management specialists and investment advisors, provide leadership in coverage of the the Hubs to grow the PB &WM business through the direct interface with clients and prospects for different product lines including trusts, estate planning, mutual funds and fixed income.

 

Lead on through Innovation

Identify novel opportunities for the distribution of PB&WM products and provide innovative financial non-financial and risk compliant frameworks to grow the PB&WM business both exponentially and safely.

Leverage on learnings within the PB& WM division and relationships with stakeholders to drive product innovation and the aggregate contribution of the investment and wealth management portfolio to the Divisions bottom line. Establish and set creative key performance drivers.

 

Risk and Governance

Ensure adequate and appropriate systems and controls are in place and are adhered to in the conduct

of the PB& WM business. Oversee the end-to-end investment and wealth management sales process

ensuring full disclosures of risks associated with products. Ensure the integrity of the sales process and

sales assurance and governance at all times.

 

Competence Framework

Ensure the Wealth management & Advisory team gain guided certifications and drive self-development such as the CISI International Certificate in Wealth and Investment Management, CFA

Institute and other accredited credentials.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Minimum 17 years’ experience in investment banking, investment products management
  • BSc Business, Finance, related degree minimum (A reputable MBA is an advantage).
  • Reputable international wealth management or investment advisory or management certification
  • Deep knowledge of wealth management and investment advisory (sales) backed by hands on
  • experience in a reputable local/international bank or asset management firm.
  • Must possess a strong combination of investment advisory and wealth management technical skills and knowledge depth as well as unparalleled sales aggressiveness.
  • Strong understanding and skills in managing mutual fund and fixed income portfolios.
  • Must possess the ability to thrive under pressure and be mature in disposition and conduct.
  • Team player with a natural ability to lead from the front, laying the best examples for the team.

 

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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Job Category308989

Job Reference: CE6

Reference No. CE7

Reference Number: CE7

 

Job Description:

An exciting Banking client of ours in Nigeria is looking for a Group Head, Private Banking Reporting directly to the Group Executive Private Banking & Wealth Management (GE PB & WM), the function is responsible for the sales and profitability of the Private Banking business model in country. The incumbent is accountable for goal setting, strategy development execution of action plans to achieve the exponential growth of the business with the guidance of the GE PB & WM.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise sales and relationship management activities of the respective Private Banking Hubs to ensure timely and efficient service delivery to Private Banking clients.
  • Grow the high and ultra-high-net worth and high-net worth client numbers and market share.
  • Manage human resources in the group to achieve increased value creation, volume of business and enhanced profitability for the bank.
  • Oversee and ensure that the flow of clients’ transactions and investments portfolio is in accordance with each client’s mandate.
  • Deploy banking, investment and wealth management solutions adhering to the bank’s guidelines and requirements for product disclosures.
  • Promote the education of clients in the wealth management space, providing personal financial advisory services that enhance the value of investment decisions.
  • Review client profiles to ensure that their investments are in accordance with mandates, risk profiles and risk appetites.
  • Promote the sales and services culture through coaching, guidance and staff motivation.
  • Actively participate in the development of budgets and target as they relate the Private Banking business and ensure achievement of monthly and annual targets.
  • Authorize current and capital expenditure for the group.
  • Ensure the Group’s operating cost is within approved budget and maintain zero tolerance for inactive/dormant accounts.
  • As part of the Bank’s Information Security requirements, maintain the security of all Information entrusted to the staff and comply with the principles and policies in the Information Security Handbook

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Minimum undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline
  • Preference for postgraduate business or related degree or other professional qualification.
  • Recognized international certification in investment, wealth management, financial planning.
  • Minimum 17 years working experience in reputable Banking or related Financial Services firm.
  • Previous experience in investment banking, asset management, or wealth management advisory.
  • Strong grasp of Private Banking and Wealth Management products construct and business.
  • Understanding of the Nigerian financial services sector and other non- bank financial services
  • industries in which the bank competes.
  • Portfolio management
  • Wealth management
  • Financial instruments knowledge
  • Credit assessment and structuring
  • Marketing, sales business/ product development
  • Customer relationship management at al
  • Financial analysis, budget planning & control
  • Business/ operational strategy
  • Asset/investment management
  • Trust set up and the administration.

 

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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Job Category308989

Job Reference: CE7

Reference No. CE5

Reference Number: CE5

 

Job Description:

An exciting Banking client of ours in Nigeria is looking for a Group Head, Subsidiary Finance & Capital Management to lead financial oversight and reporting for the Bank's African subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and timely provision of accurate financial information. This position will be based in their Head Offices in Nigeria.

 

Responsibilities:

Reporting:

  • Oversee the development of accounting policies for the Bank’s subsidiaries in Africa and facilitate compliance, guided by policies from the Bank.
  • Design and implement processes to ensure timely and accurate financial information to management for decision making.
  • Oversee the monthly management reporting for the Bank’s African subsidiaries.
  • Prepare annual and quarterly IFRS financial statements of the African businesses.
  • Responsible for statutory financial reporting to Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) with respect to Bank’s African subsidiaries
  • Oversee treasury products valuation and make input into tax computations for completeness and accuracy for the African subsidiaries.
  • Coordinate statutory and regulatory audits for Bank’s African subsidiaries.
  • Deliver the annual audited financial statements for Bank’s African businesses.
  • Develop financial reports for group coordination and strategy purposes.
  • Provision of financial input and formulation of the businesses’ operating plans/budgets

 

Capital Management:

  • Embed capital management into the commercial banking groups’ strategic planning/ budgeting and forecasting processes, to support business growth and regulatory risk management.
  • Drive the annual capital planning process across the Commercial Banking Group (CBG), including determining appropriate capital buffers and preparing dividend proposal.
  • Set risk appetite limits for regulatory capital, economic capital and other risk metrics (with the various Heads of Risk) and monitoring the risk profile of the CBG.
  • Conduct stress testing across all risk types, agreeing and monitoring action items cross the CBG.
  • Oversee and document the annual ICAAP (Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process)
  • Manage capital requirements across the CBG and arrange for capital injection where necessary.
  • Responsibility for determining capital impact of significant transactions, new products and support new products across geographies.
  • Optimize capital structure in order to maximize return on equity (ROE) of the CBG and its risk profile.
  • Promote compliance with regulatory, Basel, etc requirements.
  • Leading capital raise and structuring efforts as required to finance the capital needs of the Group in the most efficient manner.

 

Investments:

  • Lead the sourcing of investments opportunities, working with other key stakeholders.
  • Responsibility for regular investment portfolio performance management and risk analysis, and advise accordingly.
  • Lead analytical efforts, that support capital investment decisions.
  • Liaise with the various teams (structured finance team, legal, etc) on financing decisions.
  • Lead efforts, working with internal stakeholders to make determinations in respect of countries to invest in, countries to exit, form of our capital investments (M&A, JV, etc)
  • Track regulatory and macroeconomic actions across markets and proffer recommendations as required to support growth in presence countries and target markets.

 

Credit Rating:

  • Key spokesperson in the engagement of credit rating agencies.
  • Lead the Bank’s effort at achieving target credit ratings.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to deliver the data/ information requests of credit rating institutions.

 

Others:

  • Manage relationships with regulatory (central bank, securities and exchange commissions, etc), revenue mobilization and tax authorities, as relates to Bank’s African bank subsidiaries.
  • Act as finance advisor to the executive in-charge of International Banking

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Minimum 12 – 17 Years experience.
  • Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics or any related field.
  • CFA will be an added advantage.

 

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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Job Category308989

Job Reference: CE5

Western Africa#Northern Africa#Eastern Africa#Central Africa
Posted 2 months ago
Reference No. MTBR05

Reference Number: MTBR05

 

Job Description:

The Treasury Analyst is responsible for supporting the Finance and Investment team in managing the Union's financial resources effectively. The role involves handling liquidity management, risk management, compliance with investment rules, and utilizing technology to optimize returns on the Union's cash and financial assets. The Treasury Analyst will play a crucial role in ensuring sufficient liquidity for all obligations and identifying and mitigating risks associated with Treasury.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Cash and Liquidity Management:
  • Develop and implement the Union's liquidity management strategy and framework.
  • Execute solutions for efficient utilization of surplus cash for investments that meet funding requirements.
  • Design and maintain a cash flow forecasting structure considering different funding sources and financial obligations.
  • Negotiate investments with partner financial institutions to enhance investment yields.
  • Manage risks associated with liquidity, including foreign exchange, interest rates, and operational risks.
  • Monitor foreign exchange rate risks, implement hedging strategies, and report on portfolio performance.
  • Manage funds pledged by member countries, including local currencies.
  • Bank Relationship Management:
  • Open and close accounts with banks after obtaining internal approvals.
  • Coordinate relationship management with partner banks to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Reconcile bank accounts daily or periodically according to Union policies.
  • Assess the creditworthiness of banks to comply with investment guidelines.
  • Treasury Management Systems and Processes:
  • Test and support various systems implemented within the Treasury department.
  • Update relevant Treasury procedure manual documents annually.
  • Assist in upgrading and automating treasury activities for operational efficiency.
  • Develop and review financial models for simplified analysis and reporting.
  • Prepare draft Treasury test cases for user acceptance testing of new systems.
  • Internal and External Audit:
  • Prepare Treasury-related external audit reports.
  • Coordinate responses for internal audit issues related to Treasury.
  • Ensure timely follow-up on internal audit responses.
  • Other Duties:
  • Perform any other duties assigned by senior management.

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree and postgraduate degree in a relevant area (e.g., MBA, Master's Degree).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related area.
  • Professional qualification in Treasury (e.g., ACT, CTP, or equivalent).
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Effective communication and adaptability in a diverse and dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in using treasury and risk management systems.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

  • Permanent position
  • Reports to: Chief Finance Officer
  • Responsible for: Treasury Management of the Union’s Liquid Assets
  • Must be willing to relocate or work in Ethiopia

 

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 Finance

 

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: MTBR05

Reference No. NKCDT-CUT-01

Our client is a leading financial services group based in Port Louis, Mauritius. They are looking for an individual who will be the Team Leader of the Credit Underwriting Team (forming part of the management team). They will be responsible for the assessment and review of credit requests for all lines of business (Retail, Corporate, International Banking, E-commerce among others), and including restructuring proposals from recovery team. The incumbent is also responsible for the approval of credit requests up to the delegated authority and is a member of the Credit Underwriting Team Forum.

Responsibilities:

  • To assess credit worthiness of clients.
  • To review credit proposals following assessment by credit analysts. Approve requests within delegated authority and submit to higher authorities for approval.
  • To adhere to all internal policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines.
  • To adhere to agreed Service Level Agreements and ensure good customer service.
  • To provide feedback to Risk Management Team on credit policies.
  • To attend Board Committees and Management Credit Forum.
  • To contribute to the improvement of current processes and procedures.
  • To support the Credit Underwriting leadership team in the formulation of department’s strategy and ensure proper mechanism to track performance.
  • To coach, develop and motivate team.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • A first degree in Finance/Banking/Accounting or any other relevant field and/or any relevant professional qualifications.
  • A master’s degree would be a definite advantage.
  • 10+ years of experience in Banking and Financial services industry with at least 5 years in Credit Underwriting Department or any relevant department in a bank or financial institution and operating at a senior position.
  • Knowledge of Financial products as well as clear understanding of policies and procedures.
  • Excellent analytical acumen and have strong leadership skills.
  • Ability to work accurately, under high pressure, within fixed and short timeframes.
  • Results and quality oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Nicole Koenig at nkoenig@caglobalint.com

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

Nicole Koenig

Recruitment Consultant    

CA Global Finance

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: NKCDT-CUT-01

Reference No. KMRS07

Job Description:

A leading Financial Services organization is seeking a Lead Analyst: Provisioning candidate for their operations in applying provisioning framework through building new models and/or interrogating existing models in order to generate new insights that contribute to optimising the credit business. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the provisions model is IFRS compliant and trusted by the business to drive decision making.

Responsibilities:

  • People and operational management for Analyst team
  • Develop and implement operational processes that support team delivery and ensure that they are efficient and effective.
  • Recruitment and selection decisions with the Team Leader: Provisioning
  • Implement measurable goals and performance of members with acknowledgement for achievements.
  • Build and maintain a working environment and ethos within the function which is healthy and conducive to effective, efficient and positive delivery and relationships.
  • Collect information and suggestions from team members to apply and make recommendations for improvement purposes.
  • Responsible for performance management of team members by drafting, agreeing and contracting key performance indicators and measures.
  • Observe, evaluate and conduct discussions with team members in line with key performance measures and SLA’s
  • Draft and agree to action plans in line with improving individual performance, provide coaching and share feedback.
  • Ensure that personal development plans are agreed to, contracted and discussed to ensure that the team members take ownership for their personal development; follow up on agreed action plans at agreed intervals.
  • Provide support, mentorship and coaching where required.
  • Responsible for on-the-job training of team members – both functional and soft skills required for specific role.
  • The Lead Analyst is responsible for ensuring that the provision models within the Lead Analyst’s team is at all times IFRS 9 compliant, accurate and relevant to the business. This requires knowledge and understanding of the IFRS principles, typically acquired through studying IFRS and consulting the Team Leader and / or other subject matter experts such as the external auditors. This includes, but is not limited to PD, EAD, LGD, Model segmentation, SICR methodology, Discount rate, Write-off point, Economic model.
  • The job holder liaises with all internal divisions of the organisation depending on the specific project/function.
  • Make significant enhancements to existing models.
  • Build new models.
  • Drive business and MTSC sign-off of the above.
  • Develop optimal solutions to highly complex problems with a high financial impact.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting sciences, Mathematics OR Statistics
  • A post graduate degree in Mathematical Sciences such as Statistics, Financial / Quantitative Risk Management, or Actuarial Science is ideal.
  • 3 years’ experience in analytical roles that included exposure to provisioning, credit pricing and/or other related credit analytics.
  • Experience in a leadership role that included managing a team of analysts.
  • Regular exposure to senior management or members of the Executive Committee
  • Proven experience in building a provisions and/or cash flow forecasting model from first principles.
  • Willingness to spend time away overnight from home.
  • Willingness to work or be available overtime and / or weekends if required.
  • Ability and willingness to work in an open plan environment.
  • Computer Literacy (Intermediate MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
  • Attention to detail.
  • Decision making skills.
  • Facilitation skills.
  • Planning, organising and coordination skills.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kyle Magnussen at kmagnussen@caglobalint.com

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

Kyle Magnussen

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: KMRS07

Reference No. NKCDT-SSCS-01

Job Description:

Our client is looking for someone to execute Supply Chain Responsible Sourcing initiatives and programs in East Africa primarily (which can be extended for other regions as well based on the need of the company). They will also perform all activities aimed at assuring supply chain partners are meeting SCOC requirements and have well established management & reporting systems in place.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide support in advancing Supplier Code of Conduct (SCOC) as well as verify that all LS&CO approved garment and fabric manufacturers are in compliance with SCOC requirements.
  • Manage potential alerts driven mainly by external request or out of LS&Co monitoring programs.
  • Management of data collection, tracking/ updating systems, and processes in the supply chain.
  • Collaborate with SSMs and Acceleration teams to analyze supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and evaluate progress.
  • Work in strengthening the assessment assurance process and advancing responsible sourcing methodologies and vision.
  • Ensure our suppliers meet SCOC requirements across the supply chain. 
  • Support follow-up the implementation of LS&CO’s programs- WWB
  • Provide required training/ handholding/ guidance to the vendors on the modifications/ additions of LS&Co SCOC and applicable local legal requirements.
  • Support with external stakeholders (NGOs/ multi-lateral agencies, industry groups, other brands), with focus on supply chain Responsible Sourcing and Worker Well-Being Initiatives. 
  • Support SCOC assurance model and quality control activities.
  • Work on developing management systems and periodic update of Responsible Sourcing policies and procedures.  
  • Manage the network of service providers, external monitors, and consultants. Also support periodic assurance activities, including the shadow audit of external monitors.
  • Data collection and ensuring periodic and timely inputs of data in FFC

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Bachelors/master’s degree in social sciences or law with specialization in Labor Laws & Industrial relationships/Environment Health & Safety
  • Over 3 years’ experience in the same or related field working with brands, consultants, and NGOs in different areas of Responsible Sourcing, social auditing, labor rights or human rights.
  • Knowledge of local laws & other legislations

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Nicole Koenig at nkoenig@caglobalint.com

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

Nicole Koenig

Recruitment Consultant    

CA Global Finance

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: NKCDT-SSCS-01

Reference No. SRBLR-RR-2

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.

 

The role is supposed to help the Bank to achieve its mission “stimulating  a consistent expansion of and diversification of African/Caribbean  trade so as to rapidly increase Africa’s share of global trade, while operating as a first class, profit oriented, socially responsible financial institution and a centre of excellence in African /Caribbean trade matters” by developing opportunities for business development in trade projects and export development finance at the regional level and providing leadership for various branch administrative matters as may be required in liaison with the Administrative Services department.
 

Reference Number: SRBLR-RR-2

 

Nature & Scope:

The position holder will be required to draw up the annual strategic and marketing plans for the geographic region and lead the implementation of the plans for the achievement of the Bank's objectives in these areas.  The position holder will also be required to supervise Client Relations Managers and Associates and identify the Bank’s key/core customers in country of the region and draw up Account Management Plans for the top 20 customers in Branch for the purpose of maximizing cross selling of the Bank’s products and services.

 

Reporting to the Director & Global Head, Client Relations, the job holder is responsible for leading and providing direction to the Client Relations Managers in the Branch on implementation of business plans, client account plans and strategies; managing a strong team of client relations bankers and accountable for the overall P&L of the Branch.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Manages a portfolio of clients with deliberate cultivation based on proactive individualized plans.  These plans would be developed in coordination with the product teams and should be designed to increase client engagement;
  • Provides client service to each client or government organization.  This includes responding to client inquiries in a timely and courteous manner;
  • Leads Branch Client Relations team members to accomplish functional goals to ensure high level client service.  This includes coaching team members;
  • Deal team coordination across the Bank’s products and geographies;
  • Finding out what information, products or services the customer requires to meet his/her needs, providing clear, accurate and relevant information;
  • Maintaining a strong working knowledge of client portfolios / products with the Bank;
  • Resolving customers’ queries within agreed authority;
  • Producing file notes after any client meetings, summarising any additional actions required, including follow-up calls;
  • Sales activity planning, including reviewing existing customer files to identify sales opportunities;
  • Undertaking commercial negotiations;
  • Managing new business pitches;
  • Compliance with legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes;
  • Preparation of an annual Regional Strategic and Marketing Plans derived from the Bank’s Strategic Plan for Management’s Approval;
  • Leading implementation of marketing plans as approved by the Bank and actively securing mandates and business in the region;
  • Implementing strategies for entering various segments of the trade finance market and investment banking in the region;
  • Evaluating and reviewing new business Pre-Assessment Memos and Credit Proposals from the region, Product teams and Head Office and making recommendations on the same to Director & Global Head Client Relations;
  • Representing the Bank in high level meetings, fora and making presentations in conformity with the high standards for which the Bank has become known;
  • Managing staff, Bank’s assets and property at the Branch in liaison with the Administrative Services Department;
  • Maintaining and improving the Bank’s image across the continent; and
  • Any other duties as assigned by Senior Management.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Post graduate degree in Business Administration, Banking or Finance from a recognized University or a recognized post graduate professional qualification in Banking;
  • Sound experience of at least 10 years with a leading financial services organisation and familiarity with the major trade finance products to be offered to clients especially syndication, co-financing, club deals, correspondent banking products including letters of credit, factoring, forfaiting, structured trade finance, carbon financing, corporate finance risk participations, project-related financing and considerable knowledge of how this work;
  • Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of banking practices in Africa;
  • Ability to interact with senior officials of banks, corporates and governments and to represent the Bank in important professional fora where oral presentation of papers will be necessary to high level technical and professional audiences;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese);
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals.

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

  • Permanent.
  • Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

 

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

 

Shearidan Rabsch

Recruitment Manager – Banking and Finance | Global

CA Global Finance

 

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: SRBLR-RR-2

Reference No. SRCE4

Reference Number:  SRCE3

 

Job Description:

The Credit Origination Lead is responsible for supporting Group MSME banking Business segment in promptly structuring credit deals by evaluating the creditworthiness of a borrower and ensure the proposed credit risk is profitable, beneficial to the client and is within the relevant policies and regulations. The job holder will have overall responsibility for the quality of all credit requests prepared by the team, they will also be expected to prepare sound, prudent and judicious credit request proposals in line with the Bank’s credit policy and approved product offering. The job holder will also provide advice and techniques to mitigate risks for credits that are considered bankable.

 

Responsibilities:

Relationship Management:

  • Provide the interface between Subsidiaries SME teams and Group Credit EXCO.
  • Give quality feedback to the Subsidiaries teams on the quality of applications and the areas of improvement.
  • Support the Subsidiaries SME teams in serving their customers in a timely manner customer by giving prompt feedback.
  • Give Subsidiaries SME teams reports on loans processed and decline to help in decision-making.
  • Supporting Subsidiaries SME teams in packaging credit proposals to ensure clarity for faster approval and adoption.

 

Credit Proposal Reviews:

  • To ensure appraisal of quality profitable loans and identified risks properly mitigated by recommending for further review to Credit Risk Proposals through:
  • Confirming borrower’s credit worthiness as presented by Subsidiary SME RMs
  • Confirm thorough analysis of financial statements and assessment of credit requests.
  • Confirming suitability of collateral offered.
  • Ensuring credit risks and breaches are identified & mitigation measures proposed.
  • Reviewing if proposed facility pricing in credit is in line with the set pricing policies.
  • Recommending the credit proposals for further review or returning the proposal to Subsidiary SME RMs to highlight critical missing information and documents.
  • Review prevailing economic trends, and risk ratings, and applying the same in the appraisal process.
  • Bring out policy exceptions and breaches, recommend adequate Mitigants, and seek necessary approvals.
  • To ensure approved loans are progressed whilst the risks are still well mitigated for approved loans requiring minor amendments to underwriting standards by recommending for further review.
  • Following up on various action points as per credit committee meeting deliberations.
  • Presenting summaries of Credit Analysis unit decisions for further deliberations.
  • Monitoring Credit Analysis turnaround time and number of files returned to Subsidiary SME RMs for rework/ review.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and loan approval covenants.
  • Review status of borrower’s compliance with matters that may lead to Environment & Social Risks.
  • Reviewing independently progress of borrower’s project financed by the Bank.
  • Ensure approval covenants are documented and met by performing other reviews and engaging the Relevant stakeholders.
  • Team Management: To Guide, Motivate, and provide leadership to the team members to enable them to achieve individual results and ultimately organizational objectives.

 

Operations:

  • Ensure compliance with all credit policy guidelines.
  • Follow through with transactions to the end.
  • Training teams one on one to reduce on back and forth.
  • Work with Subsidiary SME leads to ensure parity in skills possessed by all stakeholders in the credit process though identification of credit skills gap among credit analysts and branches and recommending appropriate training by:
  • Periodic reviews of credit skill gaps of stakeholders in the credit process.
  • Organizing and training various stakeholders to sharpen their credit skills.
  • Recommending appropriate external training where necessary.
  • Develop various templates to guide the credit process.
  • Handle audit queries emanating from the credit process.
  • Monitor turnaround time on requests.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • University Degree preferably in Business related field such as Economics, Finance & Accounting from recognized institution by Commission for University Education. Masters’ degree will be an added advantage.
  • Credit Management, Accounting or Banking Qualification (AKIB).
  • CPA / ACCA qualification.
  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in banking and financial analysis, 2 of which must be credit department or credit related area.
  • Good track record of credit analysis and understanding of financial policies, procedures, and external regulations. Has demonstrated over the span of the career credit and financial analysis skills required to effectively perform credit analysis and portfolio maintenance activities/tasks in a manner that consistently achieves high quality standards or benchmarks.
  • Demonstrated expertise and in-depth knowledge of the local banking industry, banking services, credit process and banking products.
  • Evidenced knowledge and understanding of the current banking and financial services operating environment, trends, and practice, related regulatory and governance guidelines and requirement, and applicable laws.
  • Sound working knowledge and understanding of general commercial regulations and practices.
  • Corporate Competence: Working knowledge of the Bank’s products, the Bank’s Credit policy and CBK Prudential Guidelines.
  • Financial analysis Skills: Ability to analyze and/or interpret financial statements, and advice accordingly.
  • Analytical business and investment appraisal Skills: Keen to detail and able to conceptualize financial investment proposals and provide viable solutions.
  • Technology Skills: Computer literate with proficiency in computerized financial analysis applications.
  • Industry knowledge: Candid knowledge of the various sectors of the economy and the investment opportunities.
  • Goal driven and results oriented enjoys being measured and judged by financial and other performance targets.
  • Personal Ethics: Must be honest, fair and just with self and others, and demonstrates integrity in work and business contacts.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Must be a people’s person, with ability to interact with key contacts in the finance sector.
  • Proactive Initiator: Must be pro-active, a self-starter and have the ability to see, grasp and advice on opportunities.

 

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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Job Reference: SRCE4

Reference No. CDTBLR-FAOAM-PE-001

FEDA: Assistant Manager:  Finance and Operations – Kigali, Rwanda

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.

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform the trade sector in Africa.

 

Reference Number: CDTBLR-FAOAM-PE-001

 

Job Summary:

FEDA is seeking a highly experienced and accomplished Assistant Manager Finance and Operations (AMFO) to join FEDA, a leading multi-strategy impact investment platform.  As the AMFO, you would play a pivotal role in overseeing the finance, administration and operations function of a multi-strategy investment firm ensuring effective strategic financial planning, financial management, reporting, service providers management as well as leading internal and external audits etc. The primary limited partner (LP) of FEDA is a top-tier multilateral financial institution, which adds specific requirements to the role. The AMFO will play a crucial role in ensuring effective financial management, compliance, operational efficiency, and risk management.

 

Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning

  • Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), on executing the organization’s financial strategy in alignment with its overall goals and objectives.
  • Under the leadership of CFO, execute the financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

Financial Management and Reporting

  • Under the leadership of the CFO, support all aspects of the finance function for FEDA’s entities and fund strategies, including accounting, reporting, cash flow management, auditing (external audit and internal audit), risk and compliance processes.
  • Support conception and completion of workstreams with internal and external service providers including external auditors, internal auditors, risk, and compliance service providers etc.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of quarterly Board and Investors reports as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all the FEDA entities.
  • Support the investment team during transactions including capital calls, compliance with funds’ policies, approved due diligence budgets, establishment of investment vehicles as well as any tax or regulatory filings.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance of each of FEDA’s funds and identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.

Fundraising and Investor Relations

  • Participate in fundraising efforts, including the preparation of investors’ presentations and financial materials.
  • Support CEO, CFO and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) in building relationships with investors, addressing their financial inquiries, and providing transparent reporting.
  • Support CEO, CFO and CIO in communicating the organization’s financial performance and investment strategies to investors.

Compliance and Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policy, and industry standards.
  • Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and mitigate financial risks.
  • Work closing with internal and external service providers to ensure adherence to internal policy, regulatory requirements, or best industry practice.

Leadership and Development

  • Lead a small team of finance and administration professionals (mostly laterally), fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance and administration department.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

Skills and Competencies:

  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to dissect complex financial information, identify key trends and insights, and draw logical conclusions.
  • Valuation: Proficient in fair value of financial assets (IPEV guidelines), valuation and accounting of portfolio companies and various investment instruments used in the industry (e.g. straight equity, quasi-equity, mezzanine, convertible loan notes, fund of funds participation etc.)
  • Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and precision in financial analysis, data interpretation, and report preparation.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to effectively articulate financial reporting to Senior Management, instances of governance and external stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively, with strong work ethic.
  • Teamwork: Collaborative mindset, excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team, across departments and with external partners.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with a strong academic performance.  An MBA/MSc in finance or accounting is preferred.
  • Proven experience as a AMFO or in a financial role within a multi-strategy private equity fund.  A minimum of 5 years of work experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of fund structures, fund accounting and valuation techniques ( as per international private equity and venture capital association)  for the private equity, debt fund and fund of funds sectors.  
  • Outstanding communication and presentation abilities in English, both written and verbal.
  • Detailed-oriented, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Contractual information:

  • Permanent
  • Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda and open to further relocation later if required.
  • 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

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

 

Chalden Du Toit

Consultant - Global

Banking & Finance

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Job Reference: CDTBLR-FAOAM-PE-001

Reference No. SRBLR-LEGA-PE-002

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.

 

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform the trade sector in Africa.

 

Reference Number: SRBLR-LEGA-PE-002

 

Job Summary:

This is a transactional role with a focus on a wide range of strategic M&A, private equity, venture capital, joint venture and other corporate and capital markets transactions. The role of the position holder will be seconded to FEDA to provide the required legal advice to the Chief Executive Officer of FEDA, its management, Investments team and its Board as may be required.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the, review, management and negotiation of private equity investments, venture capital investments, joint ventures, co-investments, private placements, sub-underwritings, pre-IPO investments and similar transactions on behalf of the FEDA and its funds.
  • Lead legal due diligence work on prospective portfolio companies (Targets), working collaboratively with, and acting as the point person in dealing with legal advisers and Target’s management on all legal matters.
  • Act as lead transaction counsel on deals, manage transaction review, drafting, negotiation and execution of the full range of deal documentation.
  • Provide legal advice to management and colleagues in all areas of FEDA’s activities and proffering solutions to legal problems, constraints, risks, options, consequences and approaches.
  • Provide advice and support to internal stakeholders to develop, establish and improve internal processes relating to investments.
  • Provide compliance support and advice with respect to information barriers, restricted list reviews, inside information and thresholds.
  • Take initiative to identify and analyze problems, generate alternative solutions and make decisions with little direction/supervision.
  • Manage external deal counsel, in conjunction with the investment team during execution of transactions.
  • Work closely with the financial, tax, human resources, information technology, commercial, technical, environmental, social and governance advisers to assist FEDA with the structuring of transactions by providing legal insights. This includes pre- deal and post deal structuring and restructuring.
  • Representing FEDA internally and externally in negotiation, disputes, consultations and other proceedings that require legal representation.
  • Any other duties as assigned by senior management.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • A degree in Law with excellent academics and a relevant post-graduate (master’s) degree from a recognised University.
  • Qualified in a common law or civil law jurisdiction with not less than 8 years post-qualification experience in a private equity and venture capital practice.
  • The successful candidate will be a motivated commercial lawyer and will have detailed legal knowledge of M&A, JVs, private equity and venture capital investments, preference shares, and corporate finance and be able to translate this knowledge into actionable advice and into the management of effective legal processes.
  • Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of private equity practices in Africa and internationally.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of FEDA’s other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese).
  • Strong skills in drafting a variety of legal documents and communicating complex issues clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to work in a fast pace environment with quick turnaround expectations.
  • Negotiating skills and capacity to work with other professionals including non-legal professionals to develop innovative solutions.
  • Willingness to assume multiple roles and tasks to meet changing business needs with ability to foresee, troubleshoot and effectively resolve conflicting issues and challenges.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
  • Willing and able to relocate to Cairo or any other member country of Afreximbank.

 

Contractual information:

  • Permanent
  • Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda and open to further relocation later if required.
  • Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

 

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

 

Shearidan Rabsch

Recruitment Manager - Global

Banking & Finance

 

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: SRBLR-LEGA-PE-002

Reference No. BRJA05

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.

 

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform

 

Reference Number: BRJA05

Job Summary:

As an Assistant Investment Manager, you will assist the investment team across each stage of the investment process, for each of FEDA’s funds strategies but with a focus on its strategic initiatives fund strategy ($250 million fund strategy dedicated to high impact greenfield investments in critical sectors). You will be responsible for assessing potential investments, conducting financial analysis, supporting deal structuring and negotiation, performing due diligence, and monitoring portfolio performance etc. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the drafting of concept papers for innovative projects. The ideal candidate possesses very strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of the private equity sector and greenfield investments in Africa, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the investment team across each phase of the investment process and the funds’ life cycle including in the areas of deal origination, evaluation of prospective investment or new initiatives, investment committees, Board or internal presentations, portfolio company management, exit strategies and fund-raising activities.
  • Support the investment manager with assessing risks, opportunities, and potential merits of proposed investments or innovative greenfield projects
  • Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, modeling and valuation to evaluate potential investment opportunities and perform portfolio monitoring.
  • Support the deal structuring process by analyzing investment terms, preparing term sheets and investment memos, and participating in negotiations. Take charge of organizing deal execution meetings with active follow-up on implementation of key decisions.
  • Perform due diligence on target companies, including meeting with executive management, researching industry trends, competitive landscapes, and financial performance. Support the Investment Manager in coordinating due diligence advisors, play an active role in reviewing their deliverables and presenting it to FEDA’s management and its investment and strategy committee.
  • Support Investment Manager with development, implementation and monitoring of value-creation plan including ESG action plan for portfolio companies
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of portfolio companies, identifying key performance indicators and providing recommendations for improvement.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly investment reports to FEDA’s governance (Executive Management, Board, Investors etc.)
  • Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and economic factors that may impact FEDA
  • Assist in fundraising efforts, including creating marketing materials and participating in investor meetings for portfolio companies or FEDA’s funds.
  • Perform other duties assigned by Management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to dissect complex financial information, identify key trends and insights, and draw logical conclusions.
  • Financial Modeling: Proficient in building and utilizing financial models to assess investment opportunities, forecast financial performance, value an investment, and evaluate risk.
  • Research and Due Diligence: Skilled in conducting comprehensive research, analyzing market trends, and performing due diligence on potential investments.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and precision in financial analysis, data interpretation, and report preparation.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to effectively articulate investment recommendations and complex financial concepts.
  • Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively with strong work ethic.
  • Teamwork: Collaborative mindset, excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team and across departments.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, banking, engineering, sciences, or a related field with a strong academic performance.
  • An MBA/MSc in finance, economics, accounting or banking.
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience, 3 of which in investment banking, private equity, or a similar financial role is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of financial analysis techniques, valuation methodologies, and investment principles.
  • Proficient in financial modeling, Excel, and other relevant analytical tools.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
  • Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks governing private equity investments.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Contractual information:

  • Permanent
  • Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda and open to further relocation later if required.
  • Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

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

Jamie Adams

Recruitment Consultant

Banking & Finance

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Job Category308989

Job Reference: BRJA05

Reference No. SRCE3

Reference Number: SRCE3


Responsibilities:


Strategy Development:
• Develop and lead the implementation of the SME Segment strategy in line with the Group Strategy; to ensure achievement of the Group Business and African Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP)objectives.
• Set the strategic agenda for SME Department and develop a detailed strategy and execution road map that would facilitate growth and maintain a customer portfolio that will ensure over all achievement of balance sheet growth, profitability growth, and other Expected Deliverables in line with African Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP) and increase SME market share across all the markets.
• Ensure that the SME strategy is cascaded to all the departments / subsidiaries across EGHL and ensure it is well understood and the execution strategy is well aligned to the overall group expectations.
Business Development:
• Ensure Effective execution of all Business development and growth strategies in accordance with the long-, medium- and short-term plans of ARRP.
• Design, Launch and Manage End to End Customer Value proposition for the SME Segment to ensure the Group builds a pipeline of value adding customer solutions to ensure achievement of the Overall segment P&L and Balances sheet Growth Objectives.
• Drive the Ecosystem Banking strategy and work in collaboration with Corporate Banking. Retail Banking, Commercial division to drive the Ecosystem Banking Strategy through Banking of their Entire anchor /Sub anchor value chains. Ensure retention and cross sell to maximize revenue for the entire Ecosystem.
• Drive sustainable growth and acquisition of new customers for SME Banking through the creation, development, and maintenance of high-quality Relationship management.
• Drive and own Strategic SME partnerships and collaborations as part of the Overall Go to market Plan and Develop and manage an effective SME customer Training program and networking forums in collaboration with Equity Group Foundation (EGF).
• Work closely with Product House to ensure that customers offering across all the products are tailor made to meet customers’ needs and are accessible across all the Channels. This entails reviewing existing financial products, designing new financial products and introducing new financial products to increase access to financing for SMEs.
• Champion a differentiated delivery of great customer experience including seamless processes, convenient customer journeys across all the channels to ensure customer retention and loyalty.
• Strengthen the capacity of SME departments/units. Develop training programs to enhance product knowledge to the SME Relationship managers, Credit Managers, and all Branch staff on SME Banking Products.
• Build and maintain productive and strategic relations with customers and all stakeholders to drive the development and delivery of business solutions and revenue growth for the SME Segment.

In collaboration with the subsidiaries Head of SME design and execute End to End strategic road map including Marketing activities and communication for the SME segment. Also responsible for the segment Events Calendar in partnership with country segment Heads
• Drive and own Strategic SME partnerships and collaborations as part of the Overall Go to market Plan and represent the segment in forums and external stakeholder’s meetings that enhances the overall Value Proposition of the SME segment.
• Develop and enhance SME knowledge base in the group through research, analysis of performance data, updates on the published literature on financing and developing SMEs sector and also through participation in think tanks Forums and workshops.
• Monitoring, supervising, and reporting on ongoing SME operations; measuring and analyzing results, outcomes, and impacts of the SME operations in all EGHL entities.
• Research on new approaches and developments in the SME sector and ability to convene stakeholder’s forums to brainstorm on new solutions for accelerating development of innovative solutions for SME segments.
• Analyze the competitive landscape and understand both Internal and external Customer environment to draw insights into the Segment offerings and Propositions to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Drive strategic partnerships and collaborations with key departments that manage market research, customer intelligence, Data warehousing and financial analysis to align to the segment/business market unit goals.


Credit Management:
• A key accountability of the overall SME loan portfolio is to build a high-quality client portfolio by effectively managing clients across the entire Lending cycle. Ensure appropriate relationship management is maintained through the entire lending cycle from origination to recovery and collections.
• Ensure timely submission of quality credit proposals in conformity with the Credit Policy guidelines and requirements whilst maintaining the quality of the SME portfolio within the stipulated Non-Performing Loans (NPL) and Portfolio at Risk (PAR) parameters. ·
• Working with credit risk management and data analytics teams to develop scorecards and support the development of risk management methodologies. Support the introduction of scorecards for different SME segments and different products.
• Strengthen SME lending operations and loan processing by establishing common SME lending practices across the group.
• Closely monitor and analyze the SME loan portfolios performance across the Group in liaison with other stakeholders to ensure quality portfolio by effective identification of risks and their mitigations.
• Ensure compliance with the Bank’s policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
Performance management:
• Facilitate setting of the appropriate SME targets at the group and subsidiary level. And drive achievement of the targets through efficient execution to meet the Overall SME strategy for the group.
• In collaboration with the subsidiary set KPI for all SME staff and work with the team towards achieving these targets to meet the overall SME strategy of the Bank.
• In collaboration with HR enforce a culture of performance review and take immediate corrective action to deal with Nonperformance.

Track and monitor the progress on all activities to ensure business goals are met and share results and experiences with team members and colleagues.
Requirements: Qualification and Skill
• Master s degree in Business Administration from an accredited university preferably with a major in Finance, Marketing and/or Economics.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in banking, with proven experience of at least 5 years in a similar position or at least 5 years banking experience and sales/marketing background, where he/she managed a portfolio of SME or Commercial/Corporate Banking clients.
• Key Competencies and Skills
• A Strategic thinker with proven ability to manage people, processes, and projects to achieve Group objectives.
• Good experience in Strategy formulation and Demonstrated leadership capability.
• Strong people and performance management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills as well as an excellent communicator with ability to set and meet stretching targets and strict deadlines.
• Result driven with a track record of demonstrable networking selling and influencing skills as well as ability to identify new opportunities.
• Demonstrate solid awareness in operational risk and quality in driving service excellence.
• Independent, pro-active and able to work well under pressure & within teams.
• Good knowledge of bank credit risk management policies, procedures, and best practices in lending to MSMEs.
• Experience managing borrowing customers and analyzing financing proposals, especially for SME clients.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to execute across a broad array of stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions.
• Ability to build long term, high quality, and trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.


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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Job Category308980

Job Reference: SRCE3

Eastern Africa
Posted 3 months ago
Reference No. SFBLR32

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.

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform the trade sector in Africa.

Reference Number: SFBLR32

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join FEDA, a leading multi-strategy impact investment platform. As the CFO, you would play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the financial and administrative operations of the organization, ensuring strategic financial planning, financial management and reporting, as well as providing critical insights to support decision-making processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Strategy and Planning
    • Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Senior Management team on executing the organization’s financial strategy in alignment with its overall goals and objectives.
    • Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
    • Provide strategic financial recommendation to the Chief Executive Officer and the instances of governance (Boards of Directors and Committees) of each FEDA entity.
  • Financial Management and Reporting
    • Lead and oversee all aspects of the finance function for FEDA entities and fund strategies, including accounting, reporting, cash flow management, auditing (external audit and internal audit), risk and compliance processes.
    • Be the main point of contact and lead workstreams to completion with internal and external service providers, such as external auditors, internal auditors, risk, and compliance service providers etc.
    • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of quarterly Board and Investors reports as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all the FEDA entities.
    • Support the investment team during transactions including capital calls, compliance with funds’ policies, approved due diligence budgets, establishment of investment vehicles as well as any tax or regulatory filings.
    • Monitor and analyze financial performance of each of FEDA’s funds and identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.
  • Fundraising and Investor Relations
    • Participate in fundraising efforts, including the preparation of investors’ presentations and financial materials.
    • Build and maintain relationships with investors, addressing their financial inquiries, and providing transparent reporting.
    • Communicate the organization’s financial performance and investment strategies to investors.
  • Compliance and Risk Management
    • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policy, and industry standards.
    • Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and mitigate financial risks.
    • Work closing with internal and external service providers to ensure adherence to internal policy, regulatory requirements, or best industry practice.
  • Leadership and Development
    • Lead a small team of finance and administration professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
    • Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance and opportunities for growth.
    • Cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance and administration department.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with a strong
  • academic performance. An MBA / MSc in finance or accounting is preferred.
  • Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a multi-strategy private equity fund. A minimum of 10 years of work experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of fund structures, fund accounting and valuation techniques (as per international private equity and venture capital association) for the private equity, debt fund and fund of funds sectors.
  • Outstanding communication and presentation abilities in English, both written and verbal.
  • Detailed-oriented, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Contractual information:

  • Permanent.
  • Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda.
  • Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

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

Scott Fraser

Recruitment Manager | Africa & Global

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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