Job Title: Corporate and Project Financing Specialist
Job Description
Develop corrective financial action plans, as required, that support Company and project policies, procedures, and goals.Actively participate in change management and contingency management processes.Prepare budget and cost reports for submission to management and plant owners.Review cost data with management and coordinate resolution concerns with other cost team members.Assign account numbers for project expenditures in accordance with Company arid project processes. Develop documentation justifying account number assignments as required.Analyze and report variances for project.Communicate project financial/accounting requirements with project team members. Review general ledger to ensure compliance with expectations.Prepare and submit financial transactions in accordance with Company policies and in compliance with internal controls.Monitor and analyze total-project cost forecasts. Coordinate with project team to manage and update cash flow projections.Utilize Company systems to manage and report on budgets, actual expenditures, and future forecasts.Perform or assist with financial compliance and procedural audits.Apply purchase order terms and accounting policies to develop/confirm cash flow projections.Develop or assist in developing additional project policies and procedures to strengthen the accounting program.Requirements
General knowledge of markets end industryProficiency in economics, accounting, financial statements and/or statisticsAt least one area of expertise, for example: industry, market sector, international economy, special situation (distressed companies. mergers and acquisitions)Familiarity with financial applications: e.g.. Bloomberg, Style Advisor, Baseline, Advent Axys, Wilshire Atlas, Factset and Microsoft Access or other database applications.Excellent financial modeling skillsMoat require excellent Excel skits and, possibly some statistical/mathematical software (e.g., Matlab)Familiarity with financial risk management strategies relating to the roleQualification
University degree in finance/accounting/engineering/math or related fieldMBA in finance (preferred)Minimum of 3 years experienceCPA designation in progress, or completed (preferred)ACA or ACCA will be considered
Job Title: Research Officer
Job Description
Daily review of Newspapers and magazines and communicating opportunities and threats to tire relevant department.Design of marketing strategies for the various departments and the overall strategies for in terms of the 4 P’s of marketing.Daily update in our websites with information necessary in our business and for our clients. You are to make our website a bundle of information and knowledge. Once prepared, you send to Branding department for upload in our websiteThe Research Unit is mandated with the brief to conduct market and industry research which shall be used in the packaging of our transactions. You are to handle a lot of briefs for various departments. Feasibility Studies is your duty as well.To oversee the Newsletter end ensure that they get to our clients email boxes and mobile phones regularly. To remain the editor and promoter of news letter and magazineCollect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.Measure and assess customer and employee satisfactionMonitor Industry statistics and follow trends in trade literatureGather data on competitors and analyze their products, method of marketing and ImplementationSeek and provide information to help the firm determine their position in the marketplaceForecast and track marketing, product trend, analyzing collected dataPrepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written textConduct research on customers opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, and other professionalsInvestigating market activityAnalyzing published data and statisticsEvaluating past performance of productsAssessing future trendsCo-ordinating research projectsMeasure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising and communications programs and strategiesAttend staff conferences to provide management with information and proposals concerning the design, promotion p/company products and servicesAny other duties as may be assigned by ManagementQualification/Experience
University decree in any social science with a minimum of 2nd classStrong social research, social policy and/or numerical skills:A strong interest in the policy process and its impact on government decisions;A high level of knowledge in the used/database software and specialist packages, such as SPSS;Strong communication’ and interpersonal skills;An understanding of the political process;A high level of motivation and initiative;A determination to explore issues thoroughly;The ability to think analytically;Good organizational skills;The ability to work well as part of a team.In addition, knowledge of statistical theory and experience of employing statistical techniques and using the internet for research are important Job Title: Wealth Management Officers
Job Description
In charge of generating new businesses on Fund and Investments ManagementPackaging of Credit and Loans for High Net Worth IndividualsResponsible for weekly journey plan and report generationIn charge of managing Corporate portfolios (HNIs)Sourcing for Risk Assets from High Net Worth IndividualsFollow up on prospective clients and ensuring closure of deals as quick as possibleIn charge of Tracking and Managing Customers Issues while ensuring Customer satisfactionDelivering excellent personalized customer relationship management e.g Financial Services! Complex Financial PlanningBuilding a strong Online Presence e.g Company’s websiteFollow up with team’s prospective customers to deliver excellent relationship management and also involved in sales monthly activity.Proper documentation of Company’s documents and customers documentsCreation of HNIs Database on Fund and Investments and Risk AssetsTroubleshoot to best fit their needs and expectations of CustomerDemonstrate ability mobilize fundsRequirement
Confidence as dealing with high net worth clients and/or influential people who make special demands.Be authentic and demonstrate a passion for providing an excellent customer experience.Ensure internal service standards and client needs are met in a compliant and timely manner and that client records are kept up to date. Ensure controls and procedures am adhered to at all timesCo-ordinate workflow efficiently to ensure client service satisfaction through accurately inputting work instructions, monitoring e-mail and work queues and general internal liaison with colleagues in Private Banking and other partsExcellent planning and organizing skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlinesExperience in supporting the team’s business development plans & support business development by identifying customers’ needs that generate high quality investmentIdentify, take ownership, investigate and resolve customer complaintsA developed knowledge and understanding of Retail Banking services and productsA good working understanding of regulatory requirements and financial marketsDemonstrates helpful banking behaviorsQualification
University degree in any field with a minimum of 2nd class honours, MBA an added advantageMinimum of 3 years banking experienceKnowledge of relevant industry sector trends, experience in Africa a plus;Business development and client relationship skills, trash record and ability to focus on clients needs effectively:Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, of financial and technical partners, as well as senior government officials;Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English etcStrung inter-personal and team working skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds;Ability to mentor junior investment staff;Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards; and genuine commitment to sustainable development.Established and demonstrated evidence of raising funds for businesses and entrepreneurship
Job Title: Export and Commodity Financing Specialist
Job Description
To ensure the timely issuance of Trade Finance instruments to ensure that the team is not accountable for any losses as a result,Mark-to-Market of various storage positionsHandling structured or unstructured deals ranging from reviewing and examining the bay and sell details to ensure consistency with the Letter of Credit terms and contractual terms, matching of export LC terms against the import LC terms analyzing their risks, issuing of import LC supported by export LC or open account sales till its final settlementTraining of other team members and new hire in their handling of daily operationManaging Company’s’ linenEnsure securities (LCS, Payment Undertaking, Banks Risk Cover, Insurance) in place and in order before allowing to load/discharge cargoManaging risk through internal limits, insurance companies and banksMonitoring credit exposures and mitigating transaction risks,Working closing with traders, operations, contract’s team and counter parties in securing/ complying so as to mitigating risks.Ensuring timely issuing of L/C’s/Bank Guarantees/Parent Guarantee for the firm’s purchase or salesPresentation of documentations via LC through the banks.Manage the payment process in order to ensure that payments are made on time and secure and queries relating to payments get sortedManage the borrowing with the firm’s banks to ensure we maximize our liquidity andQualifications/Requirement
University decree with at least 3 years in Export financing and commodity financing. MBA is an added advantageFacing off to the business and clientsIdeally with knowledge of Trade Finance InstrumentsIn depth knowledge of Risks associated with export financing and commodity financing.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Characteristics
Strong effective communicator in writing, business presentations end in interpersonal communication.Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality and unusual common sense.Sound Credit JudgmentAble to direct the efforts of a team of diverse human resources professionals.Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive. Commitment to continuous learning.Ability to do business plans, cashflow analysis, financial, modeling etc.Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input across the company and on the senior executive team.Ability to lead is an environment of constant change.Experience working in a flexible, employee empowering work environment. Structured or large company experience will not work here.Familiarity and skill with the tools of the trade in human resources including HRIS, Microsoft Office suite of products, file management, and benefits administration.Experience in organization development and change management
Job Title: Business Development Officers
Job Description
Credit AppraisalRecovery QualitiesFund and Investment GenerationDesigning Marketing StrategiesReport Preparation and RenditionExcellent relationship ManagementPreferred Qualification
At least 3 years experience as a credit and marketing specialistBachelor Degree in any field with a minimum of 2:2Professional qualification will be preferredAn MBA will be a plusExperience in Strategy and the financial services sector will be desirablePreferred Skills, Knowledge and Characteristics
Strong effective communicator in writing, business presentations and in interpersonal communizeHighly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality and unusual common sense.Sound Credit JudgmentAble Indirect the efforts of a team of diverse human resources professionals.Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive, Commitment to continuous learning.Ability to do business plans, cashflow analysis, financial, modeling etc.Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input across the company and on the senior executive team.Ability to lead in an environment of constant change.Experience working in a flexible, employee empowering work environment Structured or large company experience will network here.Familiarity and skill with the tools of the trade in human resources including HRIS, Microsoft Office suite of products, file management, and benefits administration.Experience in organization development and change management Job Title: Agric Financing Officer
The Job
Develop and implement programme and policy activities in agribusiness and agricultural sector Finance and investment.Provide technical guidance to improve and strengthen financial services ton agricultural and agribusinessEnterprises and broader finance and investment issues impacting on agro-industries, food systems and value Chain development;Design and implement agribusiness and agro-industry programmes, especially in relation to finance and investment; as required provide technical backstopping to held projects;Collect and analyze data and develop technical papers on agricultural insurance, financial services and innovations, institutional strengthening and public-private partnerships;Provide technical assistance on ways to address strategy and policy issues for finance and investment which support increased flows of financing for the agricultural sector, especially to small and medium agro-enterprises and rural households and Infrastructure;Appraise financing and investment requirements for agribusiness and agro-industries and recommend appropriate financing strategies for reducing risk and improving effectiveness;Evaluate capacity building needs in financial products and services which support improved impacts of agrifood systems and food security; develop training materials and programmes and deliver training courses;Coordinate preparation of technical meetings; disseminate information and data through both electronic exchanges and websites, conferences end publications;Develop and maintain working contacts with counterparts in other organizations, associations, private sector firms and development agencies specialized in finance and agribusiness; represent the division at the Organization’s inter-disciplinary groups;Perform other misled defies as required.Selection Criteria
Candidates will be assessed against the following:
Relevance of experience in policy issues, strategies and services for fostering finance and investment in agriculture, agro-industries, agro-enterprises, agricultural value chains, and rural infrastructureDepth of knowledge of and capacity to analyze and communicate effectively on critical issues of finance, insurance, banking and investment affecting governments, agribusinesses/agro-enterprises and rural infrastructural development in developing countries and in facilitating formulation of strategies and policies to address themDemonstrated experience in appraising capacity building needs in rural, agricultural and agribusiness finance and in assisting member countries develop training programmes and in organizing and conducting training activitiesLevel and relevance of academic training in agricultural, agribusiness and rural financeQuality of analytical and writing skills with evidence of technical publications and papers relevant to agricultural financeQualification/Experience
Candidates should meet the following:
Advanced University degree in agricultural or agribusiness finance, agricultural economics or economics with finance an a major subject or any other discipline.3-7 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: agricultural and/or agribusiness finance, shoe chain finance, agricultural arid neat investment banking or agricultural insurance.Good decision waking skillsComputer proficiency in MS office suite and power pointGood interpersonal unit communication SkillsThe candidate must be assertive and have eyes for detailsAbility to work with less supervisionPossess integrity find follow morally & ethically sound standards.Job Title: Value Chain Financing Specialist
Job Description
To discover opportunities in this sub-sector and harness same;To market the sector in clusters or individually, providing value propositions inline with our products and services;Market this sector Ion liabilities to meet and surpass your liability target:Market this sector for liabilities to meet and surpass your liability target:To develop strategies required to attract patronage inline with our products unit services;To carry out market research on this sub-sector in other to gather vital market intelligence into that will enable you conquer the sector;To develop proposals, presentations and other marketing tools that will enable your effectiveness in your responsibilities:Market this value-chain sector to build your credit portfolio to meet and surpass your target for same;Management of the credit portfolio of the value-chain customers you created and ensuring continuous patronage while expending your coast in that direction;Monitor quality of existing risk assets created and ensuring toll recovery of same on a continuous basisDevelopment and maintenance of comprehensive Investment & risk asset database for your unit and for the organization:Preferred Qualifications
At least 3 years experience ass credit and marketing specialistBachelor Degree in any field with a minimum of 2:2Professional qualification will be preferredAn MBA will be a plusExperience in Strategy and the financial services sector will be desirableKnowledge of relevant industry sector trends, experience in Africa 5 plus.Strong technical skills in financial modeling, valuation and analysis;Strong financial and credit skills, demonstrated ability to structures variety of financial instruments (debt and equity);Business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients needs effectively;Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, of financial and technical partners, as well as senior government officials:Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English etcStrong inter-personal and team working skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds;Ability to mentor junior investment staff;Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards; and genuine commitment to sustainable development. Job Title: Digital Online Marketer and Web Editor
Job Description
Promoting met spreading awareness about specific products within the company’s portfolio via the internetCreate new and innovative marketing strategies which strengthen the market position of a product using online media,Ensuring that the company’s website is user-friendly and that traffic is increasing.Ensure that the website appeals in search engine results and encourage interaction with customers online.Creating and distributing a regular e-newsletter, as well as using social media to interact with customers are also often key duties.Use of marketing strategies on internet and mobile devices.Manage a Twitter or Facebook profile in the name of a company.Publishing new content and news related to that business on a daily basis in order to obtain new clients.Creating and sending email campaigns.Optimizing web content for SEQ strategies.Updating social media profiles.Advising about new trends.Managing the development and launch of display advertisements.Skills
Having good written and spoken communication abilities.Being self motivated and flexible.Having critical thinking.Being independent.Being able to work on several projects at the same time.Having high attention to details.Having teamwork skills.Having networking abilities.Being able to understand social medis.eg Twitter, Linked in, Face book, You TubeHaving problem solving skills.Ability to utilize digital marketing to optimize organization potentials.Qualification
A University degree related to Computer Science. marketing, advertising, communications, or English subjects A Digital Diploma in Online Marketing is also a good choice for this role.A postgraduate qualification in economics, math, statistics, marketing or business will be preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English etcStrong icier-personal and team working skills, ability to interact effectively with clients unit colleagues from various cultural backgrounds;Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards; and genuine commitment to sustainable development. Job Title: Gen-Y; Head and Officers
GEN-Ys are a group of youths which are consistently ignored by financial institutions with no defined products for them but have proven tube critical in the economy as they control a major share of funds in management. In a recent survey performed by The Strategy and Insights department of Oracle Financial Services, GEN-Ys are a group of youths in any or all of these classes:
Students in the tertiary institutionSelf employed youths in the ages of 16-25Apprentices in the age bracket of 15-30Pm University teens that have differentiated themselves from the pack.The candidate will focus on creating structures and opportunities capable of attracting these groups into our business. The role is supposed to help the company to achieve its vision and mission encouraging and empowering entrepreneurship among our youths, undergraduates end young school leavers.
Job Description
Collaboration with the relevant clientsIncentive based relationshipSupport for their initiativesValue driven collaborationCreative product to attract funds from themSymbiotic relationshipFuture based models that assure vitality and security of their future.Planning of Business Plan competition for the schoolsSponsorship Programs for the initiativesDesigning Marketing StrategiesReport Preparation and RenditionExcellent relationship ManagementPreferred Qualifications
Maximum of 5 years experience working as a Youth Empowerment practitioner and finance professionalBachelor Degree in any field with a minimum of 2:2Professional qualification will be preferredAn MBA will be a plusMust have been a member of student dubsMust have experience dealing with youthsHe or she must have occupied an active position in a Student organization or a related institutionExperience in Strategy and the financial services sector will be desirablePreferred Skills, Knowledge and Characteristics
Strong effective communicator in writing, business presentations and fit interpersonal communication.Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.Demonstrates a high degree of confidentially and unusual common sense.Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive. Commitment to continuous learning.Ability to do business plans, cash flow analysis, financial, modeling etc.Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input across the company and on the senior executive team.Ability to lead in an environment of constant change.Experience working in a flexible, employee empowering work environment.Knowledge of Design of Products for the specific segment is requiredExperience in organization development and change management.Be entrepreneurial mindedExperiencing in handling and the Understanding of the business models of Non Profit Firms Job Title: Impact Investment Analyst
Job Description
Analyzing financial information relating to specific companies, e.g. company results, profit and loss and cash flow statements:Regular communication with the management of the companies and their investor relations loam, usually over the telephone trot sometimes at their premises. e.g. at company result meetings,Keeping up to date with market developments, new investment products and all other areas that can affect the markets, e.g. movements in the economies of relevant countriesConsidering how the economic implications of factors such as natural disasters, weather, wars, etc. might affect the performance of companies and fends;Monitoring the financial news using specialist media sources;Writing research reports and investment ideas lobe sent to clients;Ensuring that they meet the numerous compliance regulations; manages relationships with our impact investor.Maintaining regular communication with clients by telephone, email and is person, including updating fund managers/hedgefunds on investment ideas and summaries of research;Making presentations and recommendations as to which funds should be included in fond managers’ portfolios, conduct analysis for all impactQualification
3-7 years experience in private equity, foundations, investment banking, management consulting, or lawMBA or advanced degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Law or related field OR significant and comparable experienceComplex financial modeling experience including, DCF and valuations; transaction or insurance experience for candidates with a law backgroundPowerPoint proficiencyA sound understanding of financial statements and analysisA can-do and collaborative mindset -comfort with the ambiguities and demands of a rapidly evolving environmentStrong communication skills, both verbal and writtenJob Title: Portfolio Manager
The Job
Developing a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities in the infrastructure and natural resources sectors through anticipating market trends and employing sector and country knowledge;Responsible for sourcing funding for specific projects and managing the fundsResponsible for product development and fund designs suitable for the businesses of SMEs.Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to further develop the sector and to develop specific investment opportunities;Evaluating, structuring, negotiating, and closing new transactions, portfolio restructurings, rescheduling, capital increases, equity sates, etc.Developing innovative and appropriate financial structures for straightforward and complex transactions in infrastructure arid natural resources sector;Leading negotiation/documentation teams, using strong negotiation skills to develop solutions, overcome impasses and finalize negotiations in transactionLeading and managing project teams;Coordinating closely with social, environmental and technical assistance colleagues in order to add value to our clients’ businesses, finding pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges, to achieve sustainable development impact;Collaborating in developing sector and regional strategies and supporting related policy advisory work; andMentoring and developing junior staff.Preferred Qualifications
Professional qualification will be preferredMaximum of 3 to 7 years experience working In a Bank, Private Equity Firm or Investment Bank, Corporate Finance Equity Research Finns With a proven track-record of sourcing, structuring and closing deals.Bachelor Degree in any field with a minimum of 2:2An MBA will be a plusKnowledge of relevant industry sector fiends, experience in Africa a plus:Strong technical skills in financial modeling, valuation and analysis:Strong financial and credit skills, demonstrated ability to structure a variety of financial instruments (debt and equity);Business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients needs effectively;Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, of financial and technical partners, as Well as senior government officials;Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English etcStrong inter-personal and team working skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds;Ability to mentor junior investment staff:Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards: and genuine commitment to sustainable development.Established end demonstrated evidence of raising funds for businesses and entrepreneurshipMay have been involved or had a career in any of the following institutions;
SMEDANFoundations e.g. Faith Foundation, ELFINA, MTN Foundation etcDevelopment Financial Institutions e.g. GROFIN, Bank of Industry, NEXIM etcStudents in Free Enterprises (SIFE)Institutions that has to do with Entrepreneurial Development.eg Fete Foundation, NASME, NASSI, ELFINA, etc Job Title: Capacity Building for SME’S
Job Description
Enhance the business capabilities of local enterprises by helping them to leverage on existing/ new progmmmea and initiativesProvide the platform to match-make successful business mentors with mentees that are keen to grow beyond their present scale.Provide a comprehensive training and coaching platform to help enterprise achieve higher productivity.Work with multiple stakeholders including government agencies, associations/federations and enterprises to achieve the success for the respective programmes.Enhance the business capabilities of local enterprises by helping them to leverage on existing/ new programmes.Assist enterprises in building up knowledge in financial aspects through workshops, advisory and implementationHelp enterprises in establishing new or reviewing of internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate policiesExecute necessary processes to ensure the success for all projects. Knowledge of accounting principle in ensuring enterprises comply with alt accounting tan, legislative and regulatory requirement is a mustQualification
University degree in any field with preferably 3 to 7 years experience in designing, implementing and evaluating development programs at national and state level, including market development, business development of relevant working experience.Experience in training and monitoring.Excellent communication skills-written.Able to communicate, engage and deliver effectively within the project team and all stakeholdersMeticulous, a self-starter and has good organizational skillsAble to multi-task and work independently under tight deadlinesAnalytical and possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Title: Head, Treasury and Wealth Management
Job Description
Generate liabilities and notes only and introduce credit customers to the relevant unitManage our forex transactionsGenerating deposit liabilities from both corporate and individual clients in line with agreed individual targets.Constructing and rebalancing an efficient investment portfolio for bath treasuring clients and the company with a view to meeting agreed returns objectives.Ensure smooth business relationship with all treasury portfolio clients and Other counter parties.Maintaining and ensuring daily updates of Investments Register for both money and capital markets transactions, as well as foreign exchange dealings.Ensuring prompt preparation of investment deal slips and losers in respect of each deposit / managed fund to be dispatched not later than 2 days after receipt of value for funds in company’s account.Ensuring timely preparation of investment/treasury reports for management meetings tabs mailed to recipients e-mail addresses not later than 5:30pm of file day proceeding the meeting day.Ensure monthly preparation of accurate investment schedules and confirm agreement with Investment balances in the General Ledger.Supervise and co-ordinate staff activities in the Treasury dept and ensure cordial relationship amongst them.Assist management in Strategic planningMarket the products arid services of the Firm for liability/deposit mobilization,Develop the group’s budget and ensure adequate execution and achievement of yearly target.Qualification
Minimum of 3-7 years working experience within Core Banking areas such as Treasury. Risk Management, Wealth Management, etcProfessional qualification will be preferredAn MBA will be a plusExperience in Strategy and the financial services sector will be desirable
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should send their resume to: opportunities001@yahoo.com
Application Deadline 25th March, 2013