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Tuesday 23 August 2011

Equity Bank Security Manager Job Vacancy in Uganda

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.

Security Manager
To be responsible for the protection of the Bank’s assets, detection and prevention of criminal activities and carrying out Investigations and giving out expert opinion on the same

Key Responsibilities:  
  • Detection and prevention of criminal activities 
  • Protection of Bank assets and safety of bank personnel 
  • Investigate cases of criminal nature and security related Incidences 
  • Preparation and compilation of investigation reports 
  • Staff training on security and frauds especially on emerging trends 
  • Maintain effective liaison with enforcement agencies and external fraud investigators Conducting physical security on bank premises
Job requirement 
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  
  • A good degree in a relevant related discipline. 
  • A certificate in Law is an added advantage 
  • At least 5 years experience working in the security department 
  • Excellent interrogation and investigation skill!) 
  • Team player 
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills 
  • Computer literate 
  • A degree in Business related field; 
  • Professional qualification in Treasury; 
  • Through knowledge and understanding of Equity Bank Operation* and business strategy; Deep knowledge of general practices in Banking and Treasury 
  • An avid listener, with excellent communication skills. 
  • Proactive and quick response to internal customers 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; 
  • Good knowledge MS office suite
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.
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