Equity Bank is an Equal Opportunities Employer that does not discriminate on grounds of gender, age, race, HIV/AIDS status or disability. Equity Bank scouts for talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of the ever evolving microfinance industry, growing our services, delighting our customers and contributing to our community
Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in
Kenya, Uganda and Southern Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to more than 5.9 million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African Region. As a Bank, we are guided by the following Core Values which we uphold in all the activities we undertake.To apply for this position, please forward your application with a detailed CV including present position, current pay and benefits, copies of relevant professional/academic certificates, day time telephone contact to the address below;
The General Manager, Human Resources
Equity Bank Uganda Limited
P.O Box 10184
Kampala, Uganda
Equity Bank has 7 Board committees that guide and govern its management. The committees include Audit, Credit, Risk Management, Strategy and Investment, Tendering and procurement, Governance, Board nomination and Staff remuneration and Board executive. All Board members are vetted before appointment. Board appointments take into account professional qualifications, integrity and track record.
Relationship Managers
To contribute to the growth in the bank's asset and liability portfolio as per the set targets and maximize revenue generation through delivery of fast truck product structuring and appraisal process that will ensure timely delivery of well structured products to customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and process sound business and encourage potential prospects to open up operating accounts so as to contribute to the targeted growth in the balance sheet and profit and toss.
- Ensure that both potential credit prospects and existing customers are dealt with efficiently so as to maximize revenue and ensure quality in the bank's service delivery.
- Build relationships with customers, in order to attract referrals to ensure repeat business and loyally.
- Manage the portfolio efficiency in liaison with the credit Division to avoid/ minimize provision for non-performing Assets.
- Analyze and monitor the portfolio so as to further structure appropriate products for the customer.
- Prepare timely reports.
- Attend credit Committee meetings .at the designated branches.
- Identify, mentor and coordinate the activities of Relationship officers and Marketing Officers.
- Any other duties assigned by Management from time to time
Job requirement
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- A university degree preferably in commerce, Economics or Business Administration.
- Part or full professional qualification in Accounting (ACCA/CPA), marketing (C1M), MBA, or equivalent is an added advantage,
- Candidates, who do not hold such qualifications but have at least three years experience in credit or branch operations and have demonstrated the above skills and experience in a similar position, are considered on an exception basis.
- Technical ability to read & interpret Financial statements presented for Credit assessments
- Creativity and innovation
- Ability to work under minimal supervision
- Good presentation, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve results
- People skills
- Knowledge of credit risk analysis
- Proficiency in Excel"
- All round product knowledge in banking
- Excellent interpersonal and team work skills
Candidate's Profile and Qualifications:
- Holder of University degree from a recognized University
- 3 years experience in a relationship management preferably in banking sector
- Holders of CPA and ACCA or other relevant professional qualification will have an added advantage
How to apply
If you meet the above requirements please email your CV. Scanned application letter and academic documents to jobs@equitybanki.co.ug by close of business Wednesday 31 August 2011. Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted immediately for interviews
For the second year running, Equity Bank has been named the Micro Finance Bank of the Year in Africa during the annual African Bankers Awards ceremony held in Istanbul, Turkey. Equity won the award in a category contested by Accion of Nigeria, Blue Financial Services of South Africa and UBA Nigeria.
Equity Bank was named the Micro Finance Bank of the Year in Africa “for assisting local communities and aspiring entrepreneurs to raise finance, ultimately contributing to their growth and development.
While receiving the award, Equity Bank Director for Operations and customer service, Gerald Warui noted that the award demonstrates the resilience of the microfinance sector in Africa in reducing poverty and accelerate the attainment of the Millennium Development Goals.
