Head of Operations Job at Praise Microfinance Bank

We are currently recruiting to fill the management position below which is required as part of our licensing process:

Job Position: Head of Operations
Job Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties

• Supervise and coordinate all operations within the bank to ensure seamless running of operations with optimum service delivery to customers.
• Ensure that all activities align with bank’s overall strategy and objectives.
• Oversee the movement of cash in and out of the Bank.
• Ensure that cash management within the Bank is in line with the MFB -wide policies and procedures.
• Oversee the administrative and financial operations of the Bank.
• Certify all accounts opened by the customer relations officer.
• Oversee the general appearance and ambiance of the banking hall.
• Keep custody of the vault and ensure that an economical quantity of cash is in the vault and at teller stations to meet the normal demands of bank’s customers.
• Oversee the cash reserve balance in the vault and update the reserve book.
• Oversee the upload of cash in ATM, as required.
• Make daily returns on all inward clearing cheques to the head office.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on the day-to-day activities of the branch.
• Ensure adequate compliance with anti-money laundering requirements.
• Render timely and accurate returns to the Head, Branch Operations
• Oversee the activities of staff by ensuring punctuality and adherence to the job schedule.
• Supervise and coordinate all operations within the Bank to ensure seamless running of operations with optimum service delivery to customers.
• Ensure the accuracy of journal entries and cash book.
• Oversee Cheque book maintenance and issuance.
• Act as custodian to the voucher packet room.
• Liaise with relevant departments, including IT to provide solutions to operational issues that may arise within the Bank.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or HND from a recognized institute.
• Minimum of 5 years in microfinance bank
• Minimum of 3 years as a head of operations/similar role in microfinance bank
• Evidence of completion of CIBN Microfinance Certification program will be an added advantage
• Must have good communication & analytical skill
• Knowledge of MS office suite.

Skills:

• Proficient use of BankOne is a distinctive advantage
• Outstanding communication and people skills
• Excellent Leadership, team management, developing and mentoring
• High-level influencing and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of all regulatory policies and procedure
• Ability to recognize problems and apply Risk Management techniques to address them
• Strong planning, organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: praisembjobs@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.