{African Development Bank,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Objectives

The Transport and ICT Department (OITC) provides assistance to the Bank Regional Member Countries (RMCs) in the form of loans and grants to finance transport and ICT projects and programs. The Department also undertakes analytical and advisory activities to underpin lending programs and support policy dialogue with RMCs to formulate and implement transport, ICT, and urban development sector reforms ensuring that best practices are mainstreamed in policy, planning, programming, institutional governance, and maintenance and operation.

Duties and responsibilities

The Manager will be under the general guidance and supervision of the Director of the Transport & ICT Department and will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

•   Lead the development of robust pipeline of projects, programs and analytical work through identification and preparation activities;
•   Manage the delivery of the lending programme for regional member countries in North, East and Southern Africa region in accordance with Bank policies and procedures;
•   Plan, organize and supervise all activities from identification to Board approval of transport projects and programs in regions covered by the division;
•   Manage the Bank’s transport portfolio in regional member countries, by ensuring the quality of their implementation and attainment of project and programme development objectives, and in accordance with Bank policies, and procedures;
•   Lead Analytical and Advisory Activities (ESW) to inform policy dialogue and underpin the downstream intervention of the Bank in project and program design in the transport sector;
•   Lead policy dialogue with governments to advance policy and institutional reforms in the transport sector, especially in the areas of Planning, Programming, Governance, Regulations, asset management/maintenance, and Private Sector Participation;
•   Support the development of appropriate transport policies and strategies at both national and regional levels, in consultation with relevant government agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders;
•   Provide oversight on project fiduciary matters including procurement and financial management by ensuring compliance with Bank guidelines and the provisions of loans and grants agreements;
•   Advise Task Managers on the formulation of their annual work programs, and coordinate/supervise all of their activities;
•   Plan, organise, and lead the Division’s activities.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   A minimum of a Master’s degree or its equivalent in Civil Engineering or related disciplines and a sound knowledge of development issues in Africa;
•   Preferably a minimum of 8 years of experience in the transport sector with proven ability to work on (a) policy, institutional and financing aspects of transport projects, and (b) planning and programming of infrastructure projects.
•   Preferably demonstrated knowledge of AfDB (or other MDBs) operational policies and procedures relating to country programming, project design, procurement, portfolio management, and environmental and social safeguards.
•   Ability to build and lead motivated and committed teams across functional boundaries, and utilize talent and expertise of team members in a productive way;
•   Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas; a good listener; and cultural sensitivity, commitment to diversity and capacity to manage innovations and change;
•   High level of computer literacy and competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint);
•   High level communication and negotiation skills with excellent written and verbal communications in English and/or French. A working knowledge of the other language would be an added advantage.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2013

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{ARB Apex Bank Ltd,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

The ARB Apex Bank Ltd has been established by the ARB Apex Bank Ltd. Regulations, 2006 ( L. I. 1825) to provide support services to the Rural and Community Banks (RCBs).

The ARB Apex Bank invites applications from suitably qualified applicants for the position:- Head of Internal Control Department

Job Purpose

To carry out inspection and audit programmes and support the Bank, including the Rural Community Banks (RCBs), and inform management of the extent to which operational controls and risk management processes are in place and being adhered to

Key Responsibilities

•   Conduct investigations into all matters as directed by the Managing Director or the Board of Directors and make appropriate recommendations
•   Plan, complete and report on internal control reviews undertaken from time to time
•   Provide guidance and advice to Departments/Units risk control processes and issues
•   Verify whether the Bank’s operational and financial controls are in place and working effectively
•   Monitor control findings and follow up on remedial actions
•   Debrief management on control findings
•   Ensure procedures are in place to safeguards the assets of the Bank as well as those of the RCBs
•   Carry out regular tests and snap checks to ensure that system of internal controls are followed
•   Investigate frauds, malpractices and other irregularities and make appropriate recommendations to prevent recurrence
•   Conduct inspection engagements at the RCBs and make appropriate recommendations to Directors/Managements of RCBs for the improvement of internal control systems
•   Development of internal control programmes
•   Ensure RCBs compliance with the Banking Act, 2004 (ACT 673), the Banking (Amendment) Act, 2007 (Act 738)  and ARB Apex Bank Regulations, 2006 (L. I. 1825) as well as directives which will be issued by the Bank of GhanaBank Of Ghana Jobs in Ghana. Read more … » and the ARB Apex Bank Ltd from time to time
•   To develop annual audit/inspection plans for the consideration and approval of the Board

Attributes

•   Must be willing to travel across the length and breadth of Ghana
•   Extensive banking experience and knowledge of routine operations and audit are a must
•   Must have excellent report writing and presentation skills
•   Should have an analytical, critical and enquiring mind
•   Should be computer literate
•   Should possess good interpersonal skills
•   Should be willing to carry out other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Minimum of postgraduate degree in  a relevant discipline plus ten years experience in Banking / Auditing in a financial instruction with at least five years as a member of senior management team; or

•   Any relevant professional qualification plus twelve years experience in Banking/Auditing in a financial institution with at least as a member of senior management team

•   In both cases, exposure in rural banking is a requirement and membership of Institute of Internal Auditors will be an advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications, accompanied by detailed CV, photocopies of certificates,names and addresses of three referees and contact telephone/email addresses should be forwarded to:

The Head
Human Capital & Administration
ARB Apex Bank Limited
P.O. BOX GP 20321
Accra

Closing Date: 13 August, 2013

{African Development Bank ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Objectives

The Private sector and Microfinance Department is recruiting two investment officers at grade levels PL 4 and PL3. The specific duties and responsibilities will vary between divisions and grade levels.

Generally, under the supervision of the Division Manager, Investment Officers:

•   Promote private sector development in regional member countries (RMCs) through financing private enterprises, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and projects in various sectors which are technically feasible, financially and economically viable, and environmentally sound and create optimum added value, without sovereign guarantees in accordance with sound banking principles.
•   Provide technical assistance and advisory services aimed at preparing or supporting private sector and PPP operations.
•   Act as a catalyst in mobilizing domestic and foreign resources for investment in the private sector through co-financing operations with other institutions, commercial banks and Export Credit Agencies.

Duties and responsibilities

•   Participate in or lead the planning and execution of promotion and project identification missions in selected RMCs in the various sectors in which the Bank is active. Such missions normally lead to the development of a pipeline of bankable projects, technical assistance programs and potential advisory services to be considered by OPSM.
•   Participate in or lead the preliminary evaluation of project proposals to assess their feasibility for financial assistance and/or technical support by the Bank. This involves the initial screening of project applications, carrying out of desk reviews and evaluation of feasibility studies, preparing preliminary evaluation notes for presentation to the Department Management Team to determine a project’s suitability for inclusion in the pipeline, and more detailed project concept notes to obtain concept clearance for full appraisal or fact-finding missions.
•   Participate in or lead the planning and execution of appraisal and fact-finding missions. This includes developing terms of reference for the mission and for short-term consultants to be engaged for the mission; coordinating the work of the mission team which usually includes professional staff from other departments within the Bank; carrying out independent research on the investment climate, project sponsors, management, economic, financial, marketing, technical, environmental and legal aspects of the project. The work also includes assessing the risks of projects and advising sponsors on appropriate mitigating measures; structuring/restructuring of projects to minimize financial risks; participating in negotiations, or conducting preliminary negotiations with sponsors on financing terms and legal conditions for the proposed investment/loan by the Bank.
•   Prepare or lead the preparation of project appraisal reports for presentation to the Department, the various review committees and finally to the Board of Directors. This usually involves working with the investment analysis and modelling team to build and use the appropriate models for carrying out financial and economic analyses of the project; developing recommendations and justifications for the investments and defending these to the various levels of decision makers.
•   Ensure that all conditions precedent have been fulfilled on a timely basis and all fees are billed and collected from clients.
•   Process or oversee the first disbursement to projects and ensuring a smooth transition of primary responsibility for the project to the portfolio management team. Thereafter, assist the portfolio management team to ensure effective monitoring and supervision of the originated projects in the portfolio.
•   Develop relationships within the Bank and with other institutions involved in private sector development (exchange of information on projects, policies, operational experience etc., identification of co-financing opportunities, organization of joint promotional activities etc.); Represent the Bank at and participate in seminars, workshops and conferences dealing with private sector issues.
•   Play an active role in coaching and mentoring more junior investment officers.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   At least a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Banking or related areas, plus preferably a Bachelor Degree in engineering, finance or economics.
•   Preferably a minimum of 6 years (for PL-4) and 7 years (for PL-3) of relevant experience.
•   Ability to build partnerships and deliver results that meet the needs and long-term interest of clients within and outside the institution.
•   Ability to work independently and be creative and innovative.
•   Integrity and ability to work in team.
•   Good listener with demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas as well as make effective and timely decisions;
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, and preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 05 August, 2013

{African Development Bank ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Objectives

The core mandate of the Bank’s Evaluation Department is to conduct independent evaluation studies, provide relevant lessons, develop and harmonize standards and practices, support evaluation capacity development together with partner agencies and attest to the validity of both processes and the results of self-evaluation activities.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Director of OPEV, the job holder will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Lead/Conduct and manage Private sector evaluations that are impartial, independent, credible and meet professional standards and ensure that evaluations are useful and address strategic issues

•   Plan and carry out high level evaluations of the Bank’s interventions, policies and cross-cutting themes, ensuring that such evaluations meet relevant Private sector evaluation quality standards;
•   Plan, lead and supervise professional evaluation teams (including both staff and consultants) undertaking evaluation activities;
•   Develop/adapt methodological approaches and ensure that appropriate and up-to-date evaluation approaches and methods are applied;
•   Plan and manage utilization of human and financial resources allocated to each evaluation, and monitor and report on the use of resources giving due attention to efficiency and economy;
•   During the evaluation process, engage regularly Bank’s Management and staff both at headquarter and field office level;
•   Guide Evaluation Officers in the preparation of high level evaluations, including (i) definition of the approach paper, preparation of the portfolio, quality-at-entry, literature and policy reviews, as well as case studies, and writing-up of final report, (ii) activities linked to the procurement and management of consultants;
•   Provide guidance to Staff and other stakeholders, including RMC representatives, to ensure that the OPEV’s approach is aligned with the Bank’s overall policies and rules, including commitments under the Paris Declaration and other high-level agreements on harmonization and management for results, and lead dialogue in these areas when appropriate;
•   Develop and review policies, guidance, systems, procedures and tools related to Private sector high-level evaluations, in collaboration with the Lead expert;
•   Carry out peer review to ensure that evaluations conducted by other OPEV staff meet high professional standards in line with AfDB’s Evaluation Policy;
•   Prepare clear and synthetic evaluation reports, including a summary version to the standard required by the Bank’s Committee on Development Effectiveness (CODE), concisely presenting evaluation findings, lessons, conclusions and recommendations.

Promote the evaluation function in the Bank and Regional Member Countries (RMCs) and ensure that evaluation results are made widely known

•   Ensure effective and appropriate communication of evaluation findings, lessons, conclusions and recommendations to the relevant stakeholders;
•   Lead or manage review, analysis, and commenting on documents prepared by Country and Sector Departments and other Units of the Bank to ensure that lessons of experience are duly incorporated in the design of Bank Group policies and operations;
•   Represent OPEV in the relevant fora within the Bank to ensure that relevant and useful evaluation lessons are reflected in policies and strategies and in the design and implementation of projects or programmes;
•   Prepare evaluation summaries and presentations for wide communication of evaluation results;
•   Organize meetings, workshops and other discussion fora to establish dialogue on evaluation results;
•   Prepare oral or written answers to enquiries about OPEV’s evaluation work;
•   Represent OPEV in relevant conferences, workshops, seminars etc within the Bank and elsewhere, seeking to ensure that evaluation perspectives and results are given due consideration;
•   Arrange/contribute to evaluation training and evaluation capacity building in the Bank and in RMCs, including preparation of suitable training material.

Effectively manage human and financial resources in OPEV

•   Assist the Division Manager and senior management team in developing OPEV’s work programme;
•   Assist the Division Manager and senior management team in planning and managing OPEV’s human and financial resource;
•   Select and supervise evaluation consultants, ensuring that reports and other products are delivered on time and meet professional standard;
•   Supervise and coach staff in line with the Banks performance management system, ensuring that clear objectives are set, performance targets are met, and that training and development needs are addressed.

Contribute to cooperation and harmonization in development evaluation

•   Cooperate with evaluation units in other MDBs and development agencies, and with professional evaluation bodies, with a view to promoting effective collaboration and harmonization.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   At least a Master’s degree in Economic Finance, Financial Market Analysis or other relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education.
•   A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in conducting evaluations of private sector evaluations with broad knowledge and experience of evaluation approaches and methods.

The work demands intellectual leadership and ability to integrate evaluation knowledge and methods to broader operational private sector development policies, strategies and operations.

The Chief Evaluation Officer must be able to demonstrate:

•   An overview of the Bank’s operations evaluation policy and evaluation activities, a sound knowledge of social and economic development in Africa.
•   Ability to carry out high level evaluations of Bank’s interventions, policies and cross-cutting themes and to lead and monitor the work of professional evaluation teams.
•   Excellent professional networks in order to provide sound advice for the OPEV Director and, on occasions, the Bank’s senior management, and Board members; ability to keep abreast of latest developments in evaluation thinking and practice, and set high professional standards for the department.
•   Ability to work under stress due of multiple, simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities and deadlines; heavy workloads; and undertaking frequent travel.
•   Good knowledge of qualitative and quantitative analysis.
•   Sensitivity and diplomatic skills to handle sensitive issues effectively and successfully manage difficult discussions with staff and stakeholders.
•   Ability to operate effectively in a matrix management environment, both as team leader and team member, and a commitment to teamwork.
•   Ability to build and have effective working relations and professional networks with clients and colleagues in a multi-cultural environment and to manage diversity constructively.
•   Leadership skills (with regard to staff, evaluations studies, missions, and other evaluation activities)
•   Integrity and honesty in relationships with all stakeholders.
•   Highly developed communication skills orally and in writing in English and/or French with a working knowledge of the other to explain and defend difficult issues and positions to senior Bank management, Board Members, government officials, private sector representatives.
•   Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 08 August, 2013

{Stanbic Bank,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

The successful candidate will be accountable for Corporate Actions Administration, ensuring that all tasks are undertaken in accordance with the service level agreements and best practice. Supervise Corporate Action and Reconciliation team, acting as an escalation point for queries.

Key Responsibilities

•   Oversee processing of corporate-dividends, right,interest on bonds etc
•   Manage reconciliation of custody position with central securities depository
•   Ensure prompt collection and payment of income entitlements-dividends/bonds certificates, as declared and paid by companies
•   Ensure that payment of entitlements (Cash and Stock) to clients are made to the correct account
•   Exercise control on record of all outstanding income payments due clients
•   Maintain a tracking system of clients corporate action queries and enquiries
•   Ensure that clients are provided with regular updates as required on their outstanding corporate actions
•   Review all outgoing MT564(ie. swift message) messages for accuracy

Qualification Required & Experience

•   1st Degree in Business, Securities Industry qualification will be an advantage
•   3-5 years experience in securities industry-custody experience, global capital markets or capital markets preferrable
•   Capacity to deal with diverse mix of clients
•   Knowledge of SWIFT messages (cash and securities)
•   Good verbal and written communication skills
•   Assertive and tactful
•   Flexible, committed and result driven
•   Prompt, efficient and effective customer service to all stakeholders

Remuneration

Negotiable according to experience, knowledge and skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons may e-mail their covering letter with current Curriculum Vitae (CV) to:

recruitmentghana@stanbic.com.gh

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013

{Mepe Area Rural Bank,Mepe-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH, BSc, 2 years,25 Jul-2013};

The Mepe Area Rural Bank is inviting applications from suitable persons for the following position:- Banking Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc Accounting/BCom/BSc Economics/BSc Statistics/BSc Mathematics or partly qualified ACIB
•   Minimum of 2 years working experience

Location: Mepe, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

Suitable applicants should submit their applications and CVs to:-

The Manager
Mepe Area Rural Bank Limited
P.O. BOX 1,
Mepe, Volta Region

Closing Date: 25 July, 2013

{Mepe Area Rural Bank,Mepe-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH, BSc, 3 years,25 Jul-2013};

The Mepe Area Rural Bank is inviting applications from suitable persons for the following position:- Credit/ Project Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc Agric Economics/BSc Accounting/B Com or HND in Marketing
•   At least 3 years working experience

Location: Mepe, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

Suitable applicants should submit their applications and CVs to:-

The Manager
Mepe Area Rural Bank Limited
P.O. BOX 1,
Mepe, Volta Region

Closing Date: 25 July, 2013

{Brakwa-Breman Rural Bank Limited,Central Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Brakwa-Breman Rural Bank Limited with its head office at Brakwa in the Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District in the Central Region requires the services of suitably qualified individuals to fill the position of:- General Manager

To provide strategic direction to a community bank on a growth and profit path in conjunction with the Board, and to this end:

•   Provide general direction and control for the Bank
•   Draw up strategies and programmes for growth
•   Ensure compliance with rural Banking rules, regulations and procedures
•   Have  a sound knowledge of rural banking products and customer relationship management
•   Ensure that the Bank’s accounting books are correctly maintained at all times in a transparent manner
•   Implement and ensure that internal control measures are properly followed
•   Ensure performance evaluation based on set targets
•   Perform any other duties as directly by the Board of Directors

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in Business related field and/or any relevant professional qualification
•   At least TEN (10)  years experience in Banking with some rural banking environment as an added advantage
•   Excellent management, entrepreneurial and administrative skills
•   High sense of responsibility and integrity and result-oriented working attitude
•   Good interpersonal skills
•   Excellent computer proficiency, particularly in data analysis and banking software with knowledge in T24 software an excellent advantage

Location: Central Region

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified persons should send their applications, Curriculum Vitae with copies of their certificates to:

THE BOARD SECRETARY
BRAKWA BREMAN RURAL BANK
P. O. BOX 55
BREMAN ASIKUMA

Or by email to: bbrbltd@aol.com

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013

{Fidelity Bank Limited,Accra Kumasi Cape Coast Berekum,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Job Purpose:

•   To deliver excellent service to customers either at the Teller point or the Client Service desk, through efficient, timely and accurate processing of cash/cheque transactions, and all other account transactions
•   Any other duties that will be assigned by Supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a First degree in relevant field
•   At least 1 year working experience in Banking Operations, specifically in Branch Operations
•   Ability to perform cash reconciliations and control activities such as scrutinizing of cheques and other Bank instruments
•   Identify prospects for cross-selling the Bank’s products during non-peak transaction periods
•   Ability to refer businesses to appropriate departments and staff
•   Ability to deliver quality service to customers
•   Ensure compliance with all Bank operations procedures, policies and controls
•   Ability to prepare periodic reports  and assist in the achievement of strategic, financial and other objectives of the Bank

Excellent multicultural awareness and self management skills

Location: Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast, Berekum

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicant who meet the above criteria can send their resume to: careers@myfidelitybank.net, indicating their preferred location and also using the job title as the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 03 August, 2013

{Fidelity Bank Limited,Accra Kumasi Cape Coast Berekum,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Job Purpose:

•   To receive and effectively process clients’ banking transactions

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a first degree in Business Administration, IT, Economics and other related fields
•   Minimum of 2 years working experience, with at least 1 year in Banking Operations
•   Ability to prepare managers cheque and bankers payments request from clients
•   Efficient handling of branch ATM
•   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•   A good team player

Experience in Microsoft Word & Excel, and the ability to scan documents

Location: Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast, Berekum

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicant who meet the above criteria can send their resume to: careers@myfidelitybank.net, indicating their preferred location and also using the job title as the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 03 August, 2013