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Reference No. CEBLR35

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: CEBLR21

 

Responsibilities: 

 

The Manager - Digital Innovation and Product Management is responsible for leading the creation, introduction, and enhancement of innovative digital products and solutions for the Bank’s clients. This role plays a critical part in driving the evolution of the Bank’s services by leveraging the latest advancements in technology, data analytics, and user experience design. The Manager will implement agile methodologies, manage product squads, and ensure that the Bank’s innovation efforts align with its strategic goals and deliver measurable value to clients. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the Bank’s digital innovation efforts, driving the development of cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of clients across Africa.

 

• Innovation Strategy & Roadmap:
  • Drive the implementation of the Bank’s Digital Innovation Strategy and roadmap in collaboration with relevant business departments.
  • Utilise agile methodologies to manage product squads, ensuring the efficient delivery of digital products and services.
  • Continuously monitor technology trends and market developments to inform the innovation strategy and product development efforts.
• Product Development & Management:
  • Work with product teams in origination to identify, validate, and develop new digital products and service solutions for the Bank’s clients.
  • Create, evaluate, and analyze proposals for new business ideas, new lines of business, and digital products.
  • Project manage the development and enhancements of digital products and services, adhering to the Bank’s innovation and product process guidelines.
• User and Customer Journey Experience:
  • Lead the design and optimization of user and customer journeys, ensuring seamless experiences across all digital touchpoints.
  • Collaborate with design teams to integrate user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) best practices into product development.
  • Utilize customer feedback and data-driven insights to refine and improve product offerings continuously.
• Market Research & Analysis:
  • Conduct detailed market research and analysis to understand the evolving landscape of digital financial services and innovation.
  • Leverage data analytics to assess the performance of digital products and guide strategic decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Manage cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s strategic goals.
  • Encourage a culture of innovation, identifying and promoting new ideas, approaches, and methodologies.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, enhancing their skills in product development and innovation.
  • Assist to manage and evaluate the innovation pipeline, assisting in strategic decision-making and Go-to-Market processes.

 

 

 

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

 

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or other related degrees.
• At least 8 years of experience in strategy, business planning, product development, or innovation within the financial services industry, with a strong focus on digital products.
• Proven experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and managing agile product squads.
• Expertise in user experience design, customer journey mapping, and the implementation of digital best practices.
• IT experience and understanding of web programming concepts and languages.
• Experience with agile methodologies
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences, including Senior Management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank’s other working languages (French, Arabic, Portuguese) is an added advantage.
• Ability to function effectively in a culturally diverse and rapidly changing environment, with a solid understanding of business practices in Africa.
• Familiarity with domains such as data science, quantitative reasoning, software development, innovation, and strategic planning.
• Proactive, innovative, and capable of driving change within a complex organizational structure.
• Strong leadership qualities with a focus on fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

 

Contractual information:
 

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

 

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

cebrahim@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

Finance, Fintech & IT

 

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Reference No. MTAFXIN11

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 for 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 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

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

 

Matthew Taylor

Senior Executive Consultant

Banking & Finance

 

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Reference No. FMLJ-003

Job Description:

The Finance Manager for the retail division will be responsible for overseeing and managing all financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across various financial activities, including accounting, risk management, and reporting. This role involves overseeing daily bank reconciliations, cash management, tax and VAT returns, insurance management, and maintaining strong banking relationships. The manager will collaborate with operational teams to identify and address financial risks, optimize interest, and implement corrective action plans.

Responsibilities:
In conjunction with a team of admin staff employed in Eswatini:

 

• Review and maintain both financial, and enterprise risk management procedures for the retail businesses.
• Eliminate newly identified financial and operational risks by engaging with business operational managers and implementing timely action plans.
• Daily bank reconciliations and report generation with regards to irregularities, unlawful conduct, and preventative measures (fraud awareness) when variances arise.
• Cash management to optimise interest.
• Management of processes relating to tax provisional returns, annual returns and related payments.
• Management of insurance.
• Management of banking relationships.
• Review and submit VAT and tax returns.
• Preparation/review of management accounts.

Reporting:

• Partner Exco report back (monthly).
• Customer count (monthly).
• Sales summaries (monthly).
• ALCO (cash forecast for Group Finance – monthly).
• Review of the Trading statement.
• Cash forecast (daily).
• Review of the Sales dashboard.
• Ad hoc reports as requested.

Budget:

• Preparation and uploading.
• Presentation.

Authorising Payments:

• Manage the audit process with the auditors as is necessary.
• Assist with payroll queries for the Company, as well as Group Companies, as and when required.
• Manage and support the Finance Teams located in Illovo and Eswatini.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A relevant tertiary qualification is essential.
• Should the candidate not be a qualified Chartered Accountant, they should have the relevant working experience and the relevant skill set.

Experience / Background Preference:

• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than FIVE years relevant (ideally post articles) working experience.
• The successful candidate will have previous experience as a Financial Accountant.
• Previous experience within the FMCG industry or retail services 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.
• Self-assurance and a confident manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• 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.
• Proven ability to operate independently and exercise significant latitude for independent judgement, discretion and action.
• Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks within strict time frames within a fast-paced environment.
• High energy levels.
• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, company management and clients.
• An approach which is extremely “hands-on” as a Finance Manager, getting involved in the detail.
• A high level of resilience and tenacity, since the retail business in Africa can sometimes be very challenging.
• A strong customer service orientation.
• A strong work ethic.

 

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

Lara Joubert
Recruitment Specialist
CA Global - Finance

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Reference No. KWSB-01

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Reference No. CDTSRSDFW

Job Description:

The Business Development Director will be responsible for seeking new markets and business opportunities, particularly focusing on large-scale projects with government entities, including Public Private Partnerships (PPPs). This role requires an individual with a proven track record in securing and managing significant government contracts within the last three years.

 

Responsibilities:

Market Development

• Seeks new market and business opportunities.
• Identifies potential partners and stakeholders.
• Conducts market research to understand market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscape.

 

Customer Relationship Management

• Builds and promotes strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs.
• Engages with high-level clients and government officials to promote company products and services.
• Ensures customer satisfaction and addresses any concerns promptly and effectively.

 

Sales Strategy and Execution

• Delivers high-level presentations of the Company’s products to prospective clients.
• Prepares business cases supporting the financial viability of potential projects.
• Develops and implements effective sales strategies to meet or exceed sales
• targets.

 

Proposal and Tender Management

• Prepares and coordinates responses to Requests for Public Private
• Partnerships projects.
• Prepares and coordinates the responses to tenders and bids.
• Follows up on discussions aiming to sign new contracts.

 

Contract Negotiation and Closure

• Leads negotiations with potential clients to secure contracts.
• Coordinates with legal and finance teams to finalize agreements.
• Manages the contract signing process and ensures all necessary documentation is completed.

 

Representation and Networking

• Represents the company in high level discussions with government authorities.
• Builds a network of industry contacts to stay informed of market trends and opportunities.
• Participates in events to promote the company's brand and products.

 

Team Leadership

• Sets up and coordinates a team of national and regional consultants who liaise with key in-country stakeholders and decision makers.
• Provides regular guidance to business partners in accordance with the formulated strategies.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

Qualifications

• Proven experience in selling large-scale projects to government entities, including
• Public Private Partnerships, with a value greater than 5 million USD per year, within the last three years.
• Extensive knowledge of the region and its business environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within the designated region and internationally

 

Desired Competencies

• Strategic thinking and market analysis.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage complex sales cycles and close deals.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and business case development.
• Proficiency in drawing legal documents: contracts, teaming agreements, etc.
• Experience in dealing and negotiating with government authorities.

 

This position offers a unique opportunity to play a critical role in the company's growth and expansion into new markets, leveraging significant government contracts and partnerships to drive business success.

 

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

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Reference No. BLRVB-CDT 001

Already present in various countries in Africa (Burkina Faso, Guinea Conakry, Gambia, Sierra Leone and Mozambique) and in progress for France, this banking group continues its progression and plans to establish itself in 25 countries by 2026.

Reporting to the CIB Director (Corporate & Investment Banking), the Group Director of Structured Finance will have the main mission of defining and executing the structured finance strategy, supervising and supervising the Structured Finance Officers to ensure efficient execution of transactions, while guaranteeing compliance with deadlines and quality requirements.

 

Responsibilities:

Technical activities

• Structuring and prospecting: Develop strategies to structure complex financing, using innovative solutions adapted to different market segments, including energy, infrastructure, raw materials, renewable energies, sustainable mobility, biodiversity, etc.
• New financial products: Collaborate in the creation of structured and sustainable financial products that meet the specific needs of businesses and institutions, while optimizing profitability and risk management.
• Intra-group synergies: Strengthen linriskks and collaboration with other subsidiaries and departments of the group to maximize financing opportunities.
• Communication and customer relations: Participate in strategic meetings with large groups and develop solid relationships to identify and seize new opportunities.

 

Team management

• Supervision and coordination: Lead and coordinate the activities of the structured finance teams, ensuring performance and operational efficiency.
• Goals and Evaluation: Set ambitious goals for teams, track results and conduct regular evaluations to improve performance.
• Training and Development: Work with Human Resources to ensure team members receive relevant training and career development plans.

 

Risks and compliance

•  Risk Management: Implement rigorous procedures to monitor and manage financing risks, while ensuring compliance with governance and ethics standards.
• Monitoring and reporting: Be responsible for monitoring credit commitments and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

 

Reporting

•  Activity Reporting: Oversee the creation of reports and dashboards (Budget, Dashbord, Deal Pipe, Appointment Tracking) to monitor the progress of funding and the efficiency of processes, while ensuring clear communication with senior management.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Diploma(s) • Bac+5 in finance, economics, or management, often from a business school or a renowned university.
• A specialization in financial engineering or business law is a major asset
• Length and Type of experience required • At least 15 years of professional experience including at least 10 years in the banking sector, particularly in structuring complex financing such as asset financing or project financing,
• Demonstrate a minimum of 5 years' experience in management and team management

 

Technical skills:

• Structuring complex financing
• Credit Risk Management and E&S
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in English and computer tools
• Strong ability to argue and convince.

 

Managerial and/or behavioral skills:

• Skills Developer
• Customer orientation
• Tenacity and Results Orientations
• Leadership and communication
• Spirit of synthesis

 

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

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Reference No. CEBLR34

Reference Number: CEBLR34

 

Job Description:

The Group Information Systems Auditor's main mission is to assess the effectiveness of the internal control system related to the information systems (IS) of the Group and its subsidiaries. It contributes to the security and performance of IS by identifying risks, vulnerabilities and areas for improvement, and by formulating concrete and operational recommendations.

 

Responsibilities:

• Assess the compliance of IS with current standards and regulations (COBIT, ISO 27001, COBA directives).
• Identify and analyze IT risks (cyberattacks, fraud, data loss, service interruptions).
• Verify the effectiveness of security controls and the protection of sensitive data.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and information systems.
• Ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) requirements.
• Information Systems Security: Reduce the number of security incidents and protect sensitive data against cyber attacks.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensure IS compliance with COBA requirements and international standards.
• Performance and efficiency: Optimize the use of IT resources and improve the efficiency of business processes.
• IT Governance: Strengthen IT governance and promote best practices within the Group.
• Risk management: Contribute to the control of IT and operational risks.
• Plan and carry out audit missions in different areas (application security, infrastructure, access management, business continuity).
• Conduct interviews , analyze documents and perform penetration tests to identify IT vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and compliance with standards and regulations.
• Write clear, precise and reasoned audit reports , formulating concrete and operational recommendations.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective action plans and ensure their effectiveness.
• Contribute to technological monitoring and continuous improvement of IT audit practices.
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to IT security and performance.
• mAudit of the security of the central banking system.
• Audit of management of access to sensitive data.
• Audit of compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
• Mobile Application Security Assessment.
• Analysis of risks related to Cloud Computing .

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bac +5 in IT, auditing or information systems security.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in IT auditing, ideally in the banking sector.
• CISA, CISM, CISSP or other certifications in IT auditing and security (an asset).
• Proficiency in operating systems, databases, networks, application security, security standards and norms (ISO 27001, COBIT).
• Knowledge of banking regulations, Basel 2 & 3, financial products and services, operational risks and AML/CFT.
• Proficiency in audit and security tools (vulnerability analysis software, audit management tools).
• Proficiency in English and computer tools.
• High autonomy
• Rigor
• Tenacity and Results Orientations
• Sense of communication
• Very good interpersonal skills
• Analytical and synthetic mindset
• Ability to work in a team
• Force of proposal

 

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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Reference No. SFBLR50

Reference Number: SFBLR50

Responsibilities: 

The Manager: Guarantee will be responsible for developing, structuring and executing transactions using the Bank’s guarantee products in line with the Bank’s mandate of using Risk Bearing Instruments (“RBI”) to promote trade and trade-related investments in Africa. The position holder will be part of the Guarantee and Specialised Finance function, whose main objectives include:

• Managing the Afreximbank Guarantee Programme (AFGAP) under which the Bank deploy its risk bearing instruments to promote trade and trade-related investments in Africa in line with the Bank’s Exim-plus objectives.
• Fostering partnership with relevant institutions including commercial banks, ECAs, DFIs, Multilaterals, insurance entities, guarantee and other specialised finance institutions to advance the realization of AFGAP objectives.
• Using the Bank’s guarantee programme and other instruments to leverage resources (local and international), to create capacity to support growing demand for trade finance in Africa.
• Structuring bankable guarantee transactions using the Bank’s risk mitigation products to   support overall achievement of the Bank’s strategic goals.
• Ensuring that appropriate guarantee instruments are used to help de-risk the Bank’s balance sheet for effective and optimal capital usage.
• Working closely with key internal parties to ensure seamless and successful implementation and operation of the Bank’s guarantee programme.  
• Deal Origination and Structuring:
  • Work closely with client relationship team to secure guarantee and other unfunded risk mandates from existing and potential clients of the Bank
  • Identify, negotiate and execute profitable transactions including trade, capital market, projects and export development transactions using the Bank’s guarantee programme and other related arrangements.
  • Co-ordinate borrower due diligence, deal structuring and pricing negotiations.
  • Build and or evaluate financial models, specifically project cash flow models, relating to guarantees and other specialised finance transactions.
• Marketing:
  • Work closely with client relationship team, AFGAP-TFIs, guarantee and other unfunded risk partners, commercial banks, DFIs, multilaterals and Africa focused deal originating entities to identify transactions to be supported using the Bank’s guarantee instruments.
  • Actively market the Bank’s guarantee product to African corporates, non-African corporates, commercial banks (African and non-African), multilaterals, DFIs, ECAs and other specialised financial institutions including insurance and global guarantee institutions.
  • Coordinate and/or participate in deal roadshows and co-financing partner calling programmes to support expansion of the Bank’s guarantee and other specialised finance activities.
  • Provide feedback and lead to other origination team on potential opportunity that you come across relating to projects, export development, capital market and trade transactions that you will help the Bank in the realisation of its strategic objective. 
• Relationship Management:
  • Establish and maintain a diversified network of guarantee and other specialised risk mitigation solution partners including insurance market, development agencies, DFIs, ECAs, multilaterals, commercial banks (local and international), industry associations, among others.
  • Work closely with Client Relationship team to develop and maintain strong network of senior level African financial institutions, corporates, sovereign and sub-sovereign, African exporter, importer and project sponsor contacts to facilitate securing of guaranteed mandates.
  • Manage the Bank’s relationships with wide network of professional advisors, consultants and deal originators to facilitate deal due diligence.
  • Manage the Bank’s relationships with wide network of professional associations including industry thought leaders, academia, and other relevant bodies to help advance the Bank’s Exim-plus objectives.
  • Devise and implement enhanced cooperation in projects, capital market offering, capital goods and services import and export finance, trade finance transactions within and across Africa and between Africa and the rest of the world.
  • Work closely with internal parties including relevant committees to ensure effective deployment and utilisation of the Bank’s AFGAP programme.
• Compliance Responsibilities
  • Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably.
  • Staff Handbook (has code of conduct provisions)
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism and Counter Proliferation Financing
  • Conflicts of Interest and Policies on Staff Involvement in External Engagements/Activities
  • Anti-Bribery & Corruption
  • Insider Trading Guidelines
  • Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably [insert reference to Afreximbank Compliance agreement policy document]
  • Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
  • Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.
  • Understand your customer portfolio, their business and related parties and proactively inform Compliance team of any changes as part of ongoing monitoring
  • Obtain required Compliance and KYC documentation through effective and efficient communication with relevant internal and external parties.
  • In collaboration with the Compliance team, ensure the Bank's products comply with relevant country legislation and sufficient due diligence is conducted to mitigate risk of financial crimes.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Master’s degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, Management or a related field from a good university. A professional qualification in Finance, Banking, Risk Management, Accounting or International Trade Finance or related disciplines may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree. Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees (CSDG®) is an added advantage.
• Sound experience of at least 8 years with a leading organisation and familiarity and working knowledge in guarantees and risk underwriting involving trade and project finance products.
• At least 8 years of experience in dealing with risk mitigation products, project and export & international trade finance and good understanding of the medium to long-term cross border debt markets, with proven background in risk management, financial modelling, credit analysis, loan documentation and corporate finance. 
• Good knowledge of the ICC and other international rules governing guarantees including URDG 758 and ISP98.
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting including knowledge in the workings of the main segments of the African project and export finance markets including risk mitigation markets.
• Constructive deal team leadership and strong teamwork approach.
• Ability to engage senior officials of banks, corporates and governments to leverage the Bank’s guarantee and specialised finance products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages (French, Arabic and Portuguese) 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 build and nurture relationships with internal and external counterparties to attain goals.
• Sales, marketing and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the financing programmes offered by specialised guarantee institutions, export credit agencies, insurance institutions, development agencies offering guarantees especially those with focus on Africa project, export and buyer credit financing arrangements;
• Proven ability to win mandates with minimal supervision and proven ability to execute and close strategic transactions.

Contractual information:

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

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

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Reference No. LJ-CDT 001

Job Description:

A financial services company are looking for a CEO to head their Uganda offices. The Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) will play a lead role in the day-to-day running of the business in Uganda including providing direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organisation’s strategic business plan objectives and annual goals.

 

Key Deliverables of the CEO

Growth and development of the Select business within Uganda:

• Prepare and continuously maintain a comprehensive business plan and annual budget.
• In association with the support services at the Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement sales and marketing campaigns in order to drive loan book growth in a cost effective manner and in-line with set targets.
• In association with the support services at the Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement appropriate operational strategies and plans.
• In association with the support services at the Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement appropriate collections management strategies and plans.

Financial, Tax and Risk oversight:

• Recommend a yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manage the organisation’s resources within the budgeted guidelines and relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage the results and resources of the company in accordance with approved budgets.
• Ensure that the operation is up to date on all relevant legislation and regulations and report appropriately and timeously to all relevant authorities.

Human Capital:

• Effectively manage Human Capital in accordance with a high performance culture and within authorised policies and procedures.
• Oversee the development of Access’s staff in all areas to ensure their growth and harmonious integration into the teams.
• Provide relevant training and development to all staff to ensure that they are competent in their respective roles.
• Recruit and hire effective staff in order to grow the company and achieve stated goals.
• Manage the performance of the team and their results.

Community and Public Relations:

• Ensure that the image of the organisation is consistently presented in a strong and positive light to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Government and the private sector.
• Glean market intelligence through developing a network of contacts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing local funders.

Organisational culture, values and reputation:

• Maintain and develop our corporate culture, values and reputation in the market and with our staff, customers, suppliers, partners and regulatory bodies.

Infrastructure:

• Enhance processes and infrastructure to allow the organisation to grow and achieve its goal.
• Work with Group IT to ensure ongoing maintenance and readiness of office information systems and infrastructure.
• Manage physical infrastructure, as well as all data and intellectual property, within the domain.

Office Management:

• Oversee day-to-day administrative functions to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Report to the Shareholders/Board and the Executive Management Team on organisational plans and performance.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A relevant tertiary qualification is essential.
• A post graduate qualification will be advantageous

 

Experience / Background Preference

• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than FIVE to TEN years relevant, working experience.
• Extensive experience in the financial services sector is essential.
• Experience in the Microfinance industry will be advantageous.
• Previous exposure to Africa will be highly advantageous.
• Solid management, accounting and legal skills are essential.
• Previous Collections experience will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Uganda and general Microfinance laws relating to financial services, particularly with regard to Microlending is essential.
• 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:

• Determination to win and be the best.
• Extraordinary and proven people management and leadership skills, preferably with people from different cultures and countries.
• Above average EQ and substantial experience in the leadership of teams.
• Self-assurance and a confident manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to engage with clients at the highest level of decision-making.
• The ability to influence and persuade others.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and use creativity to solve problems.
• Established negotiation skills and Strong presentation skills.
• A self-starter who is proactive, shows initiative, displays high levels of self-motivation and assumes responsibility for projects.
• Proven ability to operate independently and exercise significant latitude for independent judgment, discretion and action.
• Strong time management skills – the ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks within strict time frames within a fast-paced environment.
• High energy levels.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking.
• The ability to debate in a constructive manner and to challenge conventional wisdom.
• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, company management and clients.
• A strong work ethic.
• Be alert to changing situations, show flexibility in approach, adaptability in difficult circumstances and continuously strive to achieve meaningful results.A strong command of English, both written and verbal is a requirement of the job.

 

Location:

The position is based at our Uganda office located at Western Wing, Second Floor, Social Security House, Jinja Road, Kampala.

By nature of this position, travelling will be required. As such, a valid driver’s license is a requirement. In this particular role, travel will be required to branches and satellite branches within Kampala, as well as travel to other countries from time to time.

 

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

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Reference No. DSS02 - SS

Reference: DSS02 - SS

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Supervisor Internal Controls to enhance financial reporting and internal control processes. Key responsibilities include maintaining process flow documentation, managing quarterly Control Self-Assessments (CSA) and Controls Environment Questionnaires (CEQ), performing risk assessments, and developing SOX-compliant controls. The role involves resolving control deficiencies, leveraging technology for improved compliance, and ensuring adherence to SOX Sections 302 and 404.

Responsibilities:  

• Maintain and regularly update process flow documentation for assigned manual financial reporting tasks, including conducting walkthroughs to verify accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee the quarterly Control Self-Assessment (CSA) and Controls Environment Questionnaire (CEQ) processes, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Perform risk assessments to identify and evaluate financial reporting risks associated with in-scope accounts and processes.
• Develop and implement robust SOX controls to address identified risks, ensuring adherence to company policies and SOX compliance requirements.
• Partner with process and control owners to resolve SOX control deficiencies effectively.
• Actively seek opportunities to utilize technology to improve SOX compliance and strengthen internal control frameworks.
• Support the adoption of technology solutions aimed at enhancing process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Possess a strong understanding of SOX requirements, particularly Sections 302 and 404, and their practical implementation in a business context.
• Demonstrate proven experience in documenting and evaluating the design and effectiveness of SOX controls, including conducting walkthroughs and control testing.
• Exhibit the ability to identify financial reporting risks and design controls that effectively mitigate those risks.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio) for creating documentation, performing analysis, and generating reports.
• Showcase excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear and concise reports and lead meetings and workshops effectively.
• Possess a solid understanding of quality requirements for a Quality Management System.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Have NQF 6 (Diploma) in Accounting and/or Auditing
• Have at least 3 years’ experience in a related role, of which 2 years SOX related experience
• Have a valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Have a clear security screening record

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent position

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Duncan Spitzer

Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining                                       

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Reference No. CDT-001-BSP

Reference Number: CDT-001-BSP

Job Description:

This role is to safeguard the organisation against potential threats and risks related to fraud, cyberattacks and financial crimes. The risk function has a critical role to play in supporting, challenging and advising across all areas of the business through establishing policy, monitoring profiles, and identifying and managing forward-looking risks.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake investigations within a programmatic capability to conduct complex, proactive, intelligence- driven investigations;
• Review processes and procedures with an eye towards risk mitigation and efficiency;
• Communicate information on the most significant and sensitive investigations and related mitigating actions and facilitate a strategic appraisal of the relevant risks as well as develop strategic capability to mitigate future threats in response to these significant investigations;
• Identify and escalate the most significant and sensitive investigations to ensure appropriate prioritization, resourcing, and investigative strategy;
• Operate within a systemic capability to refer investigative findings and recommendations to other parts of the company for follow-on action to mitigate the identified risks, track the response, and ensure appropriate governance;

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor Degree in relevant field, Finance, Business, Cybersecurity or related discipline.
• Ability to develop efficient and effective solutions to complex issues.
• Knowledge of data sharing restrictions.
• Understanding of the current regulatory environment and relevant regulations, codes.
• Have experience working within a regulatory, investigative, or financial intelligence agency, or as a compliance manager within the financial services industry.
• Experience in mitigating the harms associated with the threat of financial crime at a strategic level.
• Experience reviewing processes and procedures in a regulated entity
• Experience and/or skills in the following areas would also be advantageous: Accounting and/or data interrogation and analysis.
• Experience or regular liaison with stakeholders from different regions

Competencies

• Accountability - Taking ownership and holding self and others to account for delivery of actions and outcomes
• Leading Others - Providing guidance feedback and direction to teams and individuals; guiding and inspiring others to achieve goals
• and reach their full potential
• Planning and Organising           - Setting priorities; organising own time effectively and creating own work schedules; formulating a method or course of action for self and/or others to follow;
• planning appropriate allocation of resources.
• Quality Focus - Demonstrating a personal commitment to standards of excellence for self and others; ensuring that all work performed is of a high standard.
• Commercial Awareness - Demonstrating business sense; possessing and using knowledge of the organisation and external market to
• identify potential risks, problems and opportunities.
• Decision Making - Reaching an appropriate decision in a timely manner.
• Initiative - Acting of own accord; being proactive and self - motivated
• Teamwork - Working co-operatively and effectively with others to achieve shared goals

Direct Reports

Key stakeholders

• Credit Risk Team,
• Retail CVM & Product team,
• Operational Risk Team

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

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Reference No. LJAP-002

Job Description:

The succesful incumbent will oversee the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate processing of supplier invoices, timely payments, and reconciliation of accounts. This role involves leading a team of Creditors Clerks based in the Eswatini office optimizing processes and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring compliance with financial controls and company policies.

 

Key Deliverables of the role

• Review monthly creditors reconciliations prepared by the team of Creditors Clerks.
• Weekly reporting on the Creditors Age analysis to Management
• Ensure Accounts Payable master data on SAGE X3 and on the banking platform is complete and accurate.
• Compiling weekly and ad-hoc payment batches by store, based on a daily cash budget and agreed creditors terms
• Calculating bank account funding prior to making supplier payments and communicating same to the team for loading on the banking platform.
• Review of third-party payroll supplier’s schedules received from Human Resources and ensuring these are paid timeously.
• Review of a monthly rebates schedule in line with agreed commercial supplier terms, ensuring the schedule agrees to the general ledger.
• Provide supporting documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring timely responses to audit requests.
• Approval and allocation to the correct general ledger accounts for all Head Office purchases
• Review the reconciliation of petty cash items at the stores on a monthly basis and ensure proper accounting thereof.
• Continuous improvement of internal processes related to the Accounts Payable function.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Completion of secondary education (matric) is essential, and completion of relevant tertiary education is preferred.
• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than FIVE years relevant working experience.
• 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:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Accuracy, strict attention to detail and deadline driven.
• 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, suppliers and company management.
• Tenacity, a high degree of perseverance and ability to resolve conflict.
• High energy levels.
• A strong work ethic.
• Experience in SAGE X3 or equivalent SAGE accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

 

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 - Finance

 

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Reference No. LJ-GFM-01

Job Description:

 

Maintain full responsibility for managing the finances and fortunes of the Retail Chains which the Holding Group has bought and now owns. In keeping with the seniority and importance of this role, the incumbent is expected to be a key and pivotal member of the management team who will spearhead the company’s growth and expansion. This role will take specific responsibility for ensuring that this is done with optimal finance arrangements, both equity and debt funding, as well as with appropriate and sufficient internal controls to manage all and any associated risks in such a dynamic growth stage. This will also entail, by virtue of the group’s multinational presence, a treasury and foreign exchange exposure element and minimizing tax charges and tax risks across the various jurisdictions. This role will involve managing a team and key service providers including but not limited to auditors and bankers.

 

Key Deliverables of the Group Financial Manager – Retail

• Upon joining, quickly build an understanding of the business in terms of cash flows, profitability, taking control of the numbers.
• Ensure a high degree of predictability in Financial Information, and in Financial Reporting, enabling the business to move forward “without surprises”.
• Financial Data Analysis.
• Daily Cash Flow Management including Daily Cash Flow Projections.
• Oversee daily processing and maintenance of accounting records for all operational companies.
• Review of treasury function to ensure that all operational companies are sufficiently funded.
• Review and maintain both financial and enterprise risk management procedures for the retail businesses.
• Frequently monitor the retail industry for risk-related trends and the possible exposure and/or impact on the business.
• Eliminate newly identified financial and operational risks by engaging with Operations Managers and implementing timely action plans.
• Work with Operations and Store Managers to move the business towards operational excellence.
• Review daily bank reconciliations and report generation with regards to irregularities, unlawful conduct and preventative measures (fraud awareness) when variances arise.
• Oversee statutory and tax related matters for all companies.
• Manage processes relating to tax provisional returns, annual returns and related payments.
• Review of month-end inter-company revaluations and interest calculations.
• Review of month-end and year-end tax computations.
• Review of monthly Exco Reports and distribution of the same within prescribed deadlines.
• Manage and control the month end close process and review all month end deliverables.
• Review of month-end files in detail.
• Attend Exco Meetings.
• Attend Audit Committee Meetings as required.
• Review year-end audit files and actively participate in the audit of all operational companies.
• Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for all operational countries.
• Review of best practices from a workflow perspective and “value-add” to the finance services provided to the operational countries.
• Resolve queries from Revenue Services promptly.
• Manage insurance.
• Manage banking relationships.
• Conduct feasibility and risk assessments for new stores.
• Review VAT and tax returns.
• Review monthly management accounts.
• Reporting: Partner Exco report back (monthly).
• ALCO (forecast for Group Finance – monthly).
• Trading Statement (weekly and at month end).
• Cash forecast (daily).
• Ad-hoc review of the Sales Dashboard, which is prepared by the Accountants daily.
• Ad-hoc reports as requested.
• Budget: Detailed review and management of budget models and Presentation of budgets.
• Manage the audit process with the auditors as is necessary and ensure all deadlines met.
• Assist with payroll queries for the company.
• Manage the finance teams located in South Africa and Eswatini.
• Weekly communication with Group Finance to discuss progress on deliverables.
• Manage and coach all financial staff.
• Work with the Group Chief Executive Officer to ensure strategic aims are met.
• Work with Group Financial Officer to ensure all Group financial targets and strategic goals are met.
• Have a macro understanding of the company’s financial affairs and optimize at all times.  

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Only qualified Chartered Accountants will be considered for this role
• The company will only at candidates who have no less than SEVEN years post articles, relevant working experience.
• This role is suitable for a seasoned Financial Manager looking to take their first step into a formal Group Financial manager role.
• A background in Retail, Supermarkets, FMCG, food or beverage businesses is essential.
• Strong accounting knowledge across reconciliation, stock management etc.
• A highly commercial mindset
• An operational focus
• Ability to deal with regulators outside of South Africa (Sub-Sahara)
• An understanding of cross-border funding and cross-border mechanisms.
• Previous exposure to Africa or an emerging market will be advantageous.
• An excellent command of English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the job.

 

Key Competencies: 

• Self-assurance and a confident manner.
• Gravitas and be capable of commanding respect from others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong tax and balance sheet skills.
• Proven people management and leadership skills, preferably with people from different cultures and countries.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and use creativity to solve problems.
• Established negotiation skills
• Strong presentation skills.
• A self-starter who shows initiative and assumes responsibility for projects.
• Proven ability to operate independently and exercise significant latitude for independent judgement, discretion and action.
• Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks within strict time frames within a fast-paced environment.
• High energy levels.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking.
• The ability to debate in a constructive manner and to challenge conventional wisdom.
• The ability to build strong relationships with team members, company management and clients.
• An approach which is extremely “hands-on” as a Finance Manager, getting involved in the detail.
• A high level of resilience and tenacity, since the retail business in Africa can sometimes be very challenging.

 

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 – Finance

 

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Reference No. SRBLR-MSYNG-005

 

 

 

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: SRBLR-MSYNG-005

 

Nature & Scope:

 

This complex Syndication role encompasses working with Afreximbank’s client facing origination functions comprising regionally based client relations teams as well as the Bank’s product teams, providing structuring support, arranging, and distribution services to all of these origination units. The position holder will be part of the Syndications function based in Cairo, Egypt.

 

The position holder will work with the Director of Syndications & Risk Distribution and the Head of Syndications (Structuring) to achieve the team’s main objectives which include:

• establishing Afreximbank as the leading arranger of syndicated facilities in Africa by winning and executing loan arranger mandates through the provision of structuring and arranging services to both the Bank’s internal client relations and product origination units as well as the Bank’s external customers;
• mobilising funding from a diverse spectrum of investors including regional and international commercial banks, Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), Export Credit Agencies (ECAs), funds to enhance the development impact of the Bank’s deployed risk capital, Oil marketing companies/Traders and other non-conventional investors;
• using loan syndications as an instrument for leveraging international financing into / across Africa;
• generating incremental revenue for the Bank derived from the enhanced fee income generated from the arranging and distribution of syndicated loans;
• contributing to the optimization of the Bank’s risk asset diversification objectives and capital used in operations through primary syndication, secondary sales, and credit risk insurance.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Business Development/Origination:

• Actively participate in presenting proposals and mandate letters to clients emphasizing the benefits of syndication and co-financing thereby working with the Bank’s other origination teams focussed on West and Central Africa to secure syndicated loan mandates from existing and potential clients of the Bank;
• Manage loan arranger mandates and assist in structuring transactions to ensure they reflect current market conditions and investor appetite in order to attract syndication partners;
• Market the Bank’s syndicated finance solution as well as funded and unfunded risk participations to the widest possible group of syndication partners and co-financiers including African and non-African commercial banks, DFIs, ECAs, insurers and other non-bank financial institutions;
• Coordinate and/or participate in deal road-shows and co-financing partner calling programmes to support expansion of the Bank’s syndication activities.
• Actively implement all aspects of the Bank’s syndication policies and procedures.

 

Syndication Loan Structuring and Distribution:

In accordance with the Bank’s Syndicated Loans Policy (SLP):

• execute mandated syndicated loan transactions by providing structuring and arranging services in cooperation with the relevant client relations and product teams;
• support deal pricing negotiations;
• conduct market soundings to identify prospective syndicate partner banks and financial institutions;
• prepare syndicated deal documentation including teasers, mandate documents, term-sheets, and information memoranda that will be used to market syndicated deals and facilitate the entry of syndication partners into Bank arranged transactions;

 

Asset Sales:

• Implement the Bank’s asset sale policy by identifying existing assets for potential secondary sale and obtaining market feedback on appetite levels and sale pricing;
• Liaise with the Banking Operations department that performs the Bank’s portfolio management function to support the optimization of the Bank’s capital allocation through secondary market sales;
• Implement the Bank’s Asset Distribution Plan and further support the optimization of the Bank’s capital management by identifying assets for potential credit risk insurance.

 

Market Knowledge:

• Conduct syndicated loan market research on pricing and deal structures to facilitate efficient distribution of transactions arranged by the Bank, including the secondary market pricing for assets for sale;
• Providing market pricing and risk appetite feedback to the Bank’s management and deal origination teams for their consideration of all syndicated facilities;
• Retain investor appetite in the team’s client relationship management tool Debt domain.

 

Relationship Management:

• Maintain and expand a diversified network of syndicated loan/co-financing partners including DFIs, ECAs, multilaterals, international commercial banks, African financial institutions, funds, credit insurance companies and oil marketing companies/traders.
• Devise and implement enhanced cooperation in syndication and co-financing between the Bank and the DFIs active in Africa.
• Retain and manage relationships with a wide network of professional advisors, consultants and deal originators active in the syndicated loan market, including debt management and data service providers such as Thomson-Reuters, Debt Domain, Dealogic etc.

 

Others

• Work with the credit department to facilitate the credit processing and approval and the legal department with regard to transaction documentation for all syndicated facilities;
• Any other tasks that may be assigned by Senior Management from time to time.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Good first degree in a related area and a master’s degree in economics, banking & finance, or an MBA from a recognized University.
• A professional qualification in banking or international trade finance or other related disciplines will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and working experience of trade, corporate, and structured finance loan products to be offered to clients, including syndicated loans, co-financing, club deals, and correspondent banking products including letters of credit. A strong knowledge and experience in structured trade finance (pre-export finance, reserve base lending, etc) project-related financing, etc. is desirable.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience acquired in a leading financial institution or organisation.
• At least 5 years of experience and knowledge of the main industry sector dynamics in Africa. Experience and knowledge of the extractive industries, in particular oil and gas, as well as energy, infrastructure, and financial institutions is desirable.
• At least 5 years of experience in the syndicated loan market and good understanding of the African debt markets, with proven background in loan structuring and arranging, business development activities, fund raising, and syndication activities in the developing markets. Experience and knowledge of the African loan market dynamics and relationships with the leading regional and international bank and non-bank investors is desirable.

 

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 Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

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Shearidan Rabsch

Manager – Banking and Finance | Africa

CA Global Finance

 

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Reference No. JA-004-BSP

Reference Number: JA-004-BSP

Job Description:

The Head of Segments and Products will be an expert partner supporting the BB Head in development of the SME and will play a major part in achieving the right scale and market penetration. The role is responsible to modify and amend credit programs, create new ones and do annual reviews

Responsibilities:

• To ensure effective product training of the Sales force by Product Specialists and to manage the product specialist s in the hive through the product coordinator
• Be responsible for the successful functioning and profitability of the credit programs and credit process
• Develop and deliver an appropriate advertising, promotions and public relations platform when this is necessary.
• Be responsible for the successful functioning and profitability of the credit programs and credit process
• Establish effective mechanisms for market research, analysis and segmentation at both micro and macro level
• Establish a mechanism for identifying target customers in each preferred market sector - for screening and selection by the Marketing department in conjunction with the Risk Department with a view to increase efficiency of both departments
• Responsible for providing business intelligence to the sales force with a view to increase penetration across all products range especially non loan product
• Be responsible for the determination, design of new products and product bundling for SME customers resulting from market research and feedback from appropriate sales force
• Being the central point in coordinating between sales and risk changes in risk parameters based on factual market feedback
• Be the central coordination point for the business vis a vis process improvement with other areas of the bank
• Develop and deliver an appropriate advertising, promotions and public relations platform when this is necessary
• To coordinate customer surveys on a periodic basis

Regulations that Govern Actions:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant BPNG regulations, banking laws, AML regulations and internal BSP policies and code of conduct in order to maintain BSP’s sound legal position and mitigate any potential risks.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s Degrees in Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Banking & Finance etc
• A business focused individual with unquestionable expertise in developing marketing strategy and methodologies in fast-moving customer-focused product-driven businesses
• A process focused individual with about 12-15 years’ experience in retail banking as well as corporate banking
• An effective team player with a results orientation and a liking for competitive and challenging environments

Direct Reports

• Data Mining & Segmentation Head
• Customer Fulfilment
• Product Coordinator

 

Key stakeholders

 

Internal

• Business Banking Sales (Borrowing & Non- borrowing)
• Business Banking Risk Team
• Business Banking Marketing Team
• Marketing Department
• People and Culture Department
• Corporate Banking SBU
• Finance and Operations
• Branches
• Third Parties

 

 External

• Business Banking Customers
• Business Community, Trade Associations, Industrial Chambers etc

 

 

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

 

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Jamie Adams

CA Finance

 

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