1. Senior Manager, Custodial Services

JOB REF: COMM/EBUL 04/2024/1

Reports to: Executive Director – Commercial

Job Purpose: Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the custodial services operational & sales strategy across the Bank. Enhance business growth, drive initiatives that enhance client relations, and ensure operational efficiency and service delivery in line with Equity Bank’s business growth strategy.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration/Commerce, or related field.
• Certification in Securities and investment services.
• At least 8 years progressive experience in the financial markets industry with exposure in Custodial & Investment Services.
• Experience in sales & marketing within custodial services and fund management transaction settlement.
• Sound knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements of corporate governance, business, and banking operations.
• Good knowledge of money markets, equity trading, and other capital market instruments.

2. Manager, Trading

JOB REF: COMM/EBUL 04/2024/2

Reports to: Head of Treasury

Job Purpose: Manage the Asset and Liabilities position to optimize the bank’s resources. Implement controls as per Bank policy to manage risks associated with Asset and Liability.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Business-related field.
• ACI Dealing Certificate is a must.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in treasury/financial markets trading.
• Knowledge of foreign exchange markets and trends of major currencies.
• Thorough understanding of the local and international financial services industry.
• Financial analysis skills.

3. Segment Head, SME

JOB REF: COMM/EBUL 04/2024/3

Reports to: Executive Director – Commercial

Job Purpose: Drive the strategic agenda for SME & Retail Banking Sector. Ensure Customer Acquisition & Retention, Balance Sheet growth, Maintenance of a high-quality Asset portfolio, and Development of SME & Retail Products.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. A postgraduate/master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 10-15 years of relevant banking experience, preferably with at least 5 years at a senior managerial position in Corporate banking.
• Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to Corporate Banking products.
• Business Development Skills, Customer service skills, Relationship/People Management skills, Negotiation Skills, Leadership skills, Marketing, Selling, and Strong Credit analysis skills.

4. Collections Manager

JOB REF: CREDIT/EBUL 04/2024/4

Reports to: Head of Credit

Job Purpose: Proactively manage collections on Pre-Non-Performing Loans and Non-Performing Loans exposures. Maximize collections, Portfolio at Risk, and provisions within set parameters.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Statistics, Commerce, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• 5 years experience in a Financial Institution with at least 1 – 2 years’ experience in credit approval & structuring, credit administration, and debt recovery.
• Leadership skills and proven experience in people management.
• Financial analysis skills.
• Thorough knowledge of FIA/IFRS guidelines & regulations on asset quality.

5. Fraud Risk Manager

JOB REF: RISK/EBUL 04/2024/5

Reports to: Senior Manager Operational Risk

Job Purpose: Implement fraud management strategies. Anticipate, identify, assess, and respond to emerging fraud risks.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, information technology, or law. Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) will be considered an advantage.
• 5 – 8 years of experience in Financial Services with at least 3 years’ experience in fraud risk management, prevention, detection, or investigations.
• Understanding of fraud risks, business controls, regulatory issues, and market practices.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

How to Apply: Submit your job application cover letter along with a detailed resume, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials in a single PDF file format, quoting the respective Job title or Ref no. In the subject field to recruitment@equitybank.co.ug by Friday, 12th April 2024.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.