Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Abuja

Industry: Microfinance Banking

JOB DESCRIPTION:

FMR AGENCY – Future Moves Recruitment Agency Limited in search of an innovative and forward-thinking Managing Director to lead our Clients Microfinance Bank in Abuja. The ideal candidate must have undergone the Microfinance Certification Programme, holding a Certificate in Microfinance Banking issued by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). As the Managing Director, you will play a key role in driving strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering growth in the microfinance sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Business Development:

  – Develop and implement a strategic vision to drive growth and sustainability in the microfinance sector.

  – Lead the bank towards greater achievements, keeping abreast of technological advancements

Financial Management:

  – Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource management.

  – Drive digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience

Regulatory Compliance:

  – Ensure strict adherence to regulatory frameworks and statutory requirements.

Risk Management:

  – Implement effective risk management policies and procedures.

Team Management:

  – Lead and motivate a diverse team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Customer Relations:

  – Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.

  – Enhance the bank’s competitive advantage through customer-centric digital initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS:

– Microfinance Certification and Certificate in Microfinance Banking from the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN).

– Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.

– 10 years of progressive experience in microfinance or financial services, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.

– Strong understanding of microfinance operations, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

– Proven track record of successfully leading teams and driving growth in a financial institution.

– Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

– Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions.

– Ability to manage change and navigate a dynamic environment.

– Proficiency in utilizing technology and digital tools for business enhancement.

– Knowledge of wider management principles and techniques.

– Analytical and presentational skills.

– High level of commercial awareness.

– Leadership and innovative mindset.

APPLICATION:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and innovative approach to leading a microfinance bank in Abuja to Recruiter.a@fmragency.com with “MD MICROFINANCE” as the Subject.