Job Title: Branch Manager
Organisation: Bank of Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
Bank of Africa – Uganda Ltd. is part of GROUPE BANK OF AFRICA (BOA) comprising 16 Commercial Banks, 3 Leasing Companies, 2 Investment Companies, a Stock Brokerage Company, an Asset Management Company and a Mortgage Bank. It spans 15 African countries and France, employing over 5,000 people.
Job Summary: The Branch Manager will lead and manage the Branch in regard to Business Growth, Relationship Management, Customer Service, Operations and Risk in line with the strategies and policies of the Bank
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take charge of the branch budget and design a branch business strategy, and guide all branch activities to support the achievement of Branch goals;
- Lead the Branch team in scanning and structuring the market so as to Identify business opportunities and drive market action to achieve business targets;
- Monitor and control the financial performance of the branch with the aim of growing branch earnings and profitability;
- Prepare quality credit proposals in line with Bank policies for presentation to the credit committee and provide guidance and coaching for the branch team in acquiring quality credit business;
- Drive a culture of great service and quality relationship management in order to retain and develop customers and expand the Bank’s wallet-share through brand loyalty;
- Ensure branch-wide compliance with the Bank’s internal control framework and all other regulations, and oversee daily operations of the branch to foster operational efficiency in line with the regulations and policies of the Bank;
- Monitor the credit portfolio and support debt collection / recovery initiatives to minimize the portfolio-at-risk, non-performing assets and related losses;
- Provide regular branch reports to management;
- Manage, motivate and develop the Branch team through rigorous performance management, coaching, mentoring and learning interventions to create a capable team to deliver the Branch mission.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Banking, Marketing or a related field
- Professional or post-graduate qualifications in Finance or Marketing or related fields are added advantage
- Five years of experience in Financial Business Development, with exposure to Operations
- Strong track record in Direct Selling, Sales Management and Relationship Management
- Grasp of the Bank’s Policies, Processes and Procedures relating to Business, Operations, Credit and Business
- Knowledge of the Bank’s business model, its strategy and all of its products and services
- Knowledge and interpretation of industrial and national economic trends
Competencies
- Strategic vision: Demonstrate business acumen, strategic thinking, and global perspective to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
- Data-informed decision-making: Utilize data analytics and technology for evidence-based decision-making, risk management, and competitive intelligence.
- Change and talent management: Navigate change effectively, engage in talent planning, succession planning, and collaborate with leadership for organizational agility.
- Effective communication: Communicate HR initiatives strategically, ensuring alignment with overall organizational strategies and fostering understanding.
- Ethical leadership and adaptability: Integrate ethical considerations into HR strategies, stay agile in dynamic environments, and demonstrate ethical leadership.
How to Apply:
All candidates who wish to join Bank of Africa should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 29th December 2023