Job Vacancy For General Manager



A reputable rural and community Bank in the Ashanti Region is looking for a dynamic and result-oriented individual full of ideas and innovation to fill the vacant position of General Manager.

Role Summary

• The successful applicant shall have the responsibility for delivering the mandate of the rural bank and the overall supervision and responsibility for the effective and efficient running of the Bank.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Formulate policies and procedures for carrying out the work of the Bank and implement decisions and strategies of the Board
• Coordinate the preparation of the Bank's strategic Plan and annual budgets and ensure their implementation
• Manage efficiently the human, financial and physical resources of the Bank to achieve organisational goals
• Provide overall leadership and guidance for the Bank through coordination of activities of all departments and agencies for the achievement of the objectives of the Bank
• Accountable to the board for the day-to-day management and administration of the operations of the Bank
• Plan, organise, implement, monitor and evaluate all the Bank's activities
• Ensure the preparation of accurate weekly, monthly and quarterly prudential returns and their timely submission to the Bank of Ghana, the ARB Apex Bank and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with the Banks and specialised Deposit Taking institutions Act 2016 (Act 930), the ARB Apex Bank Regulations, 2006 (LI 1825) and other relevant legislations directives
• Establish linkages between the Bank of Ghana and ARB Apex Vank, as well as othr financial institutions and external bodies
• Prepare and submit management reports and technical papers to the Board for decision making
• Ensure a peaceful and harmonious industrial working environment

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a first degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university plus at least 15 years working experience in the banking industry with 5 years in senior management position

OR

• A relevant professional qualification plus at least 10 years working experience in banking with at least 5 years in senior management position
• Experience ni a rural banking environment is highly preferred

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Excellent knowledge of the bank industry, trends and developments, including up-to-date knowledge in reporting standards both locally and at the international level e.g IFRS, BASEL II / III etc.
• Thorough knowledge of the operations and services of rural & community Banks, including the operational risks related to RCBs.
• Thorough knowledge of local banking legislations, including ARB Apex Bank LTD. Regulations, 2006 (L.I 1825, Banks and specialised deposit taking Institutions Act, 2016 (Act 930) and companies Act, 2019 (Act 992).
• Must have knowledge of core banking application e.g. T24 banking application

Skills

• Strategic leadership
• Networking, influencing and stakeholder management communications at all levels both internally and externally
• Problem solving, analytical and decision making
• Drive, initiative, business acumen and result-oriented
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications

Location: Ashanti Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applications, accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of certificates, names and address of 3 referees and contact telephone/email addresses should be forwarded to:

The Head
Finance and Administration Dept
ARB Apex Bank Limited
P.O.Box GP 20321
Accra

Or email to:

hr@arbapexbank.com

Closing Date: 04 December, 2020