Business Analyst (CIB & GEFs) at Stanbic IBTC Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank is a firm believer in technical innovation, to help us guarantee exceptional client service and leading edge financial solutions. Our growing global success reflects our commitment to the latest solutions, the best people, and a uniquely flexible and vibrant working culture. To help us drive our success into the future, we are looking for an experienced person to join our dedicated team at our  office.

Stanbic IBTC Bank is a leading African banking group focused on emerging markets globally.  It has been a mainstay of South Africa's financial system for 150 years, and now spans 16 countries across the African continent.

Stanbic IBTC Bank is recruiting to fill the below position:

Jon Title: Business Analyst (CIB & GEFs)
Job Id: 9919

Job Purpose 

• Work with business leaders to identify and frame their IT needs and translate Business requirements into  IT Projects
• Assist the Business in the Creation of Business Cases and Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Work with CIB Project Managers to Ensure that Projects are Delivered on-Time, on-Budget and Within Scope

Skills and Qualifications

• Support the preparation and review of Business cases
• Assist the business with the gathering of Functional and Non-Functional Requirements for key IT projects and enhancements
• Support the delivery of technology projects on time, cost and scope
• Actively manage the timely resolution of outstanding defects or issues impacting the business
• Support the preparation of key presentations, strategy documentation and other such documents for IT in particular and Business Support as a whole
• Support a strong, cohesive partnership with all CIB stakeholders (RMs, Credit, Operations, etc.) through frequent communication and dialogue to ensure a smooth relationship and keep a good pulse on their IT experience.
• Facilitate vendor engagement for project delivery
• Creating Status Reports for Delivery to Business and IT Executives
• Managing the Business as-Usual Support for CIB Applications/Systems

Application Closing Date
04th October, 2012

How To Apply
Interested candidate should:
Click here to apply online

Note: We are an equal opportunities employer and are totally opposed to discrimination in any form. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees regardless of race, sex, colour, nationality, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital / partnership status, religion, age or disability.

Read more >>

STANBIC IBTC BANK VACANCY FOR ATM /ASSET CUSTODIAN SOUTH-SOUTH

JOB TITLE: ATM/ASSET CUSTODIAN SOUTH SOUTH
JOB ID : 9900
JOB LOCATION: NIGERIA

JOB DESCRIPTION
Ensure the availability of a fully functional Automated Teller Machine (ATM) service to customers including the custody and balancing of ATM cash, processing of ATM deposits and handling of ATM computer reports. Control treasury cash, blank forms, safe custody items and duplicate keys .Understand and manage the risks associated with the custody of ATM’s as well as the changes in the custody of assets through an effective system of controls. Maintain a high level of integrity and ethical standards.

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Ensure that laid-down instructions for the handling and movement of treasury cash to and from tellers and SBV are adhered to.
Ensure that current stock of blank forms received is recorded and signed for according to laid-down procedures.
Ensure that record keeping is carried out according to laid-down instructions for treasury cash, blank forms and safe custody items.
Ensure that swept deposits are correctly handled in terms of the laid down instructions.
Ensure that all Irregular Items have been action before the end of the day.
Monitoring of cash holdings

Ensure that cash holdings do not exceed prescribed limits.
Ensure that sufficient cash levels are maintained to meet normal customer requirements.

ATM up-time

Ensure that Auto Bank and Auto Cash terminals are always adequately stocked with cash and stationery.
Maintain close liaison with the Auto Bank Control Centre to ensure that equipment problems are dealt with promptly.
Ensure that potential faults that could cause equipment to malfunction are identified and resolved on time
Ensure that all ATM terminals are kept clean and maintained in good condition.
ATM cash


Control ATM cash according to laid-down instructions.
Balance cash at the required intervals.
Report and action differences in ATM cash promptly.
Ensure that ATM cash is safeguarded against unnecessary and preventable loss.

Computer reports

Action ATM reports as listed on the Duty List promptly in terms of laid-down instructions.
Reconcile ATM cash daily.
Action Care Suspects accurately and on time, resulting in reduced operating losses.

Legislative prohibitions

In terms of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act No 37 of 2002, (the Act) no staff member is permitted to provide any advice or intermediary service to a customer, in terms of a financial product, as determined by the Act, unless they have been appointed as a Representative of a licensed Financial Services Provider.
In your current position you are not an accredited representative in terms of the Act, and are therefore prohibited from giving any advice or intermediary service to a customer in terms of a financial product, as determined by the Act.
Problem solving

Follow standardized routine procedures for control purposes.
Draw on experience of branch cash requirements and cyclical impacts on cash resources to plan for fluctuating cash demands and optimize cash holdings.
Plan and execute regular maintenance requirements for ATM terminals, and deal with day to day unexpected interruptions to service in order to maximize productivity
Ability to attend to customer queries timeously is required.
Sound recall of procedures and previous experiences, in order to recognize the appropriate solution to each situation.
Resourceful, finding practical ways to efficiently deal with voluminous workloads, and remain focused on priority issues.

Planning

Planning is generally on a daily to weekly basis within regular activity cycles.

Decision making

Understand the impact of ATM services provided, the interrelatedness of the services provided to branch staff, and the impact on customers.
Work within set policy, procedures, system parameters and internal controls. Able to respect authority and take instructions.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Educational Qualifications:
First degree in any discipline
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Bankers or related qualification would be an advantage
Personal Skills

Good verbal communication skills required for explaining banking procedures.
Ability to convey factual information clearly.
Ability to listen and probe effectively to determine customers’ real needs.
Assertive – able to stand by principles and put forward an idea or view despite opposition.
Resilient – able to retain optimism despite setbacks and not take criticism personally.
Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
Methodical, accurate and pays attention to detail.
Persistent in following instructions and completing tasks.
Results-orientated, adheres to turn-around times/deadlines.
Customer service-orientated, diplomatic, tolerant and helpful to those in need of assistance.
Team player – ability to share with others.
Self-motivated and energetic.
Assertive – ability to stand by principles, even at the risk of reduced popularity.
Work Experience

ATM operating and maintenance experience
2 – 3 Years branch banking experience, with exposure to tellering and safe custody.
Closing Date: 03 / 10 /2012

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Read more >>

STANBIC IBTC BANK JOB VACANCY FOR PRODUCTION/DATA PROCESSING OFFICER

JOB TITLE: PRODUCTION/DATA PROCESSING OFFICER
JOB ID: 9916
JOB LOCATION: NIGERIA

JOB DESCRIPTION
Standard Bank is a firm believer in technical innovation, to help us guarantee exceptional client service and leading edge financial solutions. Our growing global success reflects our commitment to the latest solutions, the best people, and a uniquely flexible and vibrant working culture. To help us drive our success into the future, we are looking for an experienced individual to join our dedicated team at our office.
Standard Bank is a leading African banking group focused on emerging markets globally. It has been a mainstay of South Africa’s financial system for 150 years, and now spans 16 countries across the African continent.

JOB PURPOSES
Ensure smooth running End of day activities on application systems, take backup of databases, generate reports, print and circulate.
Manage the Bank’s Data Centres (Live and DR)
Ensure that all work request / incidents logged in Remedy are responded to and resolved within the agreed time frame. Also ensure that calls are escalated and communicated to the required support area and user.
It is imperative that the necessary housekeeping takes place on an hourly/ daily/weekly/monthly basis as per the job requirements.
Provide high level competency with regard to application systems
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

Ensure smooth Run and Support End of day processing & End of month processing on Finacle core, Finacle ODS, HP&L & MOD etc.
Ensure backup of application databases on Sybase, Oracle, SQL Server, etc on daily basis.
Ensure backup of Bank’s third party applications.
Ensure that backups of application databases are done as stipulated in the backup policy and loaded into disaster recovery site.
Provide support for nightly teams .
Development of Reports, customization and maintenance.
Ensure projects support & Implementation.
Support Interfacing of external Applications to Finacle Banking software.
Support on Middle office database (MOD).
Investigate system differences in suspense e.g. GL Suspense, Treasury Wip , Trade Finance Suspense etc.
Implementation of change request of business applications from the Centre.

Ensure timely handling of System / Technical Job request logged in remedy e.g. System issues, new report request etc.
Ensure no downtime is recorded as a result service downtime on applications and peripherals .
Ensure monitoring of databases, AIX servers and free spaces of the hard disk and file systems for performance and pro-actively prevent non-availability.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Read more >>

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK VACANCIES : LEARNING & CB ACADEMY OFFICER

JOB TITLE: LEARNING & CB ACADEMY OFFICER
JOB ID: 351143
JOB FUNCTION: Human Resources
LOCATION: Nigeria – SCB
FULL/PART TIME:     Full time
REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Permanent
JOB DESCRIPTION
Support the Head of Learning and CB Academy West Africa in driving the learning agenda for the bank.
Responsible for driving the end to end administrative function of the Learning and CB Academy.
Responsible for handling the logistics and planning for all training programmes being run by the Academy.
Project Manager for Learning and development initiatives for the bank.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure the smooth operation of L&CBA activities.
• Coordinating all logistics for training programs held in Nigeria.
• Drive 100% E-learning and ILDP (Individual and Learning Development Plan) completion in Nigeria.
• Coordinating and manage ILDPs for Nigeria to AskHR.
• Co-ordinate attendance and feedback forms. copied from: nigerianbestforum.com-
• Efficiently drive the ITF end to end and ensure maximum return of 50% of ITF levy.
• Partner in roll out and management of key LCBA initiatives –Speakeasy@SCB Toastmasters Club and SCBN Bookclub. Ensure that activities run smoothly.
• Follow up on activities arising from meetings and staff or customer calls to resolve complaints and deal with operational issues in LCBA Nigeria.
• Shared Drive-: Maintain and ensure logical filing of LCBA records for efficient retrieval.
• Cost Centre Reconciliation-: Confirm cost centre integrity and ensure all relevant costs are re-allocated.
• Departmental Report-: Arrange timely submission of departmental reports, e.g. CEO Report, E-learning statistics, Library books etc.
• Update of Departmental DOIs
• Prepare and manage L& CBA program calendar.
• Logistics-: Co-ordinate and ensure adequate logistics available for smooth operation.
• Library-: Manage and maintain library books to ensure no losses of books.
• Learning Centre-: Ensure adequately maintained and equipment issues are reported and resolved on time.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
• Minimum 2:2 in any discipline from a reputable university
• Self-starter, ambitious, dedicated and results-oriented
• Excellent communication skills, professional and flexible
• Highly organised and able to multi-task effectively
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification work experience
• Passionate about learning
In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme. A discharge
certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme. Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the
broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of
belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY

In the “LOCATION” select Nigeria – SCB and search.

Read more >>

STERLING BANK JOB VACANCIES

STERLING JOB: RELATIONSHIP MANAGER 
JOB TITLE: RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: Marketing

DESCRIPTION:
Business development
Liability generation
Relationship Management
Risk Asset creation
Remedial management
candidate should have a portfolio of cheap deposits
Brand ambassador candidate should be between the level of banking officer and assistant manager in a bank
At least 5 years relevant experience.
JOB CONDITIONS:
Normal Sterling Work Conditions
6-month deposit mobilisation target
REPORTING TO: Business Manager
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Relationship Management
good communication skills
selling/marketing skills
Interpersonal skills
leadership skills
negotiation skills
target driven
credit appraisal/analyses
industry analyses
QUALIFICATION:
Minimum of 1st degree in any discipline not below 2nd class lower division.
Additional qualification will be an added advantage.
TYPE: Any Type
EXPIRY DATE: Friday, September 14, 2012
Click Here to apply

Read more >>

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK NIGERIA VACANCIES, FRIDAY 24, AUGUST 2012

At Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria – We attract talented individuals. Not only can they give you the benefit of their experience, they also reveal a closer, more personal look at the wide range of global opportunities we offer. We strive to make Standard Chartered a great place to work by creating an engaging, inclusive and safe environment that rewards success and encourages employees to take control of their personal development.
At the core of the Group’s people strategy is our focus on employee engagement. Engagement is a key driver of productivity and performance, which creates the foundation of our performance culture. We encourage and focus on the behaviours that bring out the very best from every employee, assessing their performance not just on results but on how those results were achieved. To further embed these behaviours we have a remuneration programme in place, carefully designed to incentivise our employees to live our values every day.
Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.
We are recruiting to fill the post of :
JOB TITLE: TMU MANAGER
JOB ID: 347308
JOB FUNCTION: Compliance
LOCATION: Nigeria – SCB
JOB DESCRIPTION
To ensure that all suspicious reports escalated to country are resolved promptly.
Provide all necessary assistance and information to Group AML Analysts and in-country analysts.
Ensure prompt response to requests from regulators regarding suspicious transactions.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that all suspicious transactions escalated to TMU are investigated by the TM Analysts promptly.
Promptly review suspicious transaction reports escalated by TM Analysts. copied from:
Conduct quality assurance and KCSA reviews on the work of TM Analysts in Chennai
Attend to requests from regulators for information arising from suspicious transaction reports lodged.
Ensure that all necessary infrastructural support critical to TM investigative work are provided for to allow TMU Chennai perform their functions.
Represent the Business in the implementation and enhancement of the Alchemist TM system.
Provide pro-active support to Business and Senior management in ensuring the Bank operates in accordance with legal, regulatory and Group requirements in respect to the identification and timely reporting of STRs
Remain alert to the risk of money laundering and assist in the Bank’s efforts to combat it by adhering to the key principles of “identifying your customer”, “know your customer”, safeguarding records and not disclosing suspicions to customers
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
B.sc
Investigation and Analysis Experience
Strong AML Background
CAMS Certified and a deep knowledge of the Regulatory landscape
Understanding of Banking practices and products
Good understanding of the Alchemist TM system
Ability to work in a team, meet deadlines and obtain results
Time management and organisation skills
Good interpersonal skills. copied from:
Proficiency in computer applications
In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme.
A discharge certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme. Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Note: When the page opens, at the Location dropdown, select Nigeria – SCB and click Search,  then click CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP OFFICER, JABI
DUE DATE: September 24, 2012.

Read more >>

Standard Chartered Bank Recruits HR Relationship Manager, Consumer Banking , West Africa (Nigeria based)

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria  - We attract talented individuals. Not only can they give you the benefit of their experience, they also reveal a closer, more personal look at the wide range of global opportunities we offer. We  strive to make Standard Chartered a great place to work by creating an engaging, inclusive and safe environment that rewards success and encourages employees to take control of their personal development.  At the core of the Group's people strategy is our focus on employee engagement. Engagement is a key driver of productivity and performance, which creates the foundation of our performance culture. We encourage and focus on the behaviours that bring out the very best from every employee, assessing their performance not just on results but on how those results were achieved. To further embed these behaviours we have a remuneration programme in place, carefully designed to incentivise our employees to live our values every day.

We are recruiting to fill the post of : 

HR Relationship Manager, Consumer Banking – West Africa (Nigeria based)

ID#: 347911

 

Job Description

The role holder is responsible for driving bottom-line business performance through creating an effective, efficient organisation where maximising engaging employees is at the heart of every interaction 

• Act as a catalyst, stimulating high engagement through great manager behaviours – including appropriate configuration of people product and processes – which ensure employee needs are satisfied and managers and employees are playing to their strengths 
• Live the commitments of our Here for good brand promise, acting as a role-model for others. Relentlessly focus our people on the Bank’s values and the behaviours associated with upholding them 
• The primary areas of responsibility include Consumer Banking and the geographical responsibilities would extend (countries - Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Cameroon, Cote d'ivoire, Gambia)The role holder would be expected to implement a Strategic People Agenda (SPA) for their areas of responsibility

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Proactively form credible relationships to influence and make a difference to the people agendas and to the people within Consumer Bank 

• Proactively coach leadership teams/Mancos within their area of responsibility both as a team and as individuals to drive business performance through high engagement 
• Support line managers in configuring and deploying Group people policies, products and processes to drive engagement thereby driving business performance 
• Ensure a robust talent pipeline to meet the future needs of the functions through managers identifying developing and appropriately stretching talent at every level 
• Support the continuous review of the Consumung Banking (CB) operating model for alignment to the business strategy using all available data to assess effectiveness and demonstrate proactivity in surfacing and securing resolution to points of misalignment 
• Collaborate with Business and Country HR colleagues on all products: bi-annual performance reviews, engagement surveys & Talent Mgt to agree stakeholder engagement, drive functional strategies, processes and messages at the Country level. 
• Collaborate with colleagues across HR (including specialists and HR Shared Servuce Centre) to ensure continuous improvement in the function 
• Support the continuous review of the CB operating model for its cost efficiency and demonstrate proactively in surfacing and securing improvements

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience of being an HR Relationship Manager at a country level with a multi-national organisation 
• Understanding of  Consumer Banking including key products, key roles, Operating Model and Strategic Agenda 
• Ability to understand financials (e.g. interpreting financial statements, budgeting, project accounting)
• Ability to implement a Strategic People Agenda 
• Understanding of the various HR products and how to implement them within a country/region (e.g. engagement, performance management) to address business issues 
• Understanding and practical experience of managing Employee Relations activities e.g., managing redundancies, grievances & disciplinary process and external litigation. 

Skills 

• Uses knowledge, communication and relationship skills to positively influence key business decisions 
• Forms effective relationships with key Stakeholders 
• Ability to stand up for what is right, in the face of adversity 
• Excellent communication : clear oral and written skills; effective questioning and active listening 
• Strong facilitation  & coaching skills 

Behaviours 

• Strong work orientation, taking ownership to deliver on time every time. 
• Embraces the Matrix 
• Assertive, tenacious and willing to challenge when required 
• Proactive, takes the initiative and effectively deals with resistance 
• Trusted, credible partner 
• “Role models” the values and demonstrates a strong moral compass in all decision making 
• Highly driven and inquisitive setting stretching goals for self and continually pushing for results 
• Ability to sell ideas, flexing approach for different audiences 
• Strong team orientation, working effectively in virtual International teams 
• Enjoys challenges and strives to Continuously Improve the Way we Work 

In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme. A discharge certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme. Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.

Application Closing Date
1st September 2012

How To Apply
Click here to apply online
Note: When the page opens, at the Location drop-down, select Nigeria - SCB and click Search, Scroll down then click Relationship Manager, Consumer Banking – West Africa (Nigeria based)

Read more >>

HEDGEWORTH MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED JOBS: INTERNAL CONTROL AND AUDIT OFFICER

Hedgeworth Microfinance Bank Limited, we are a leading Micro-Finance Bank located in Abuja, in the process of strengthening our internal capacities and are searching for
The following vacancy exist in a new generation Microfinance Bank located in Abuja (HEDGEWORTH MFB)
JOB TITLE: INTERNAL CONTROL AND AUDIT OFFICER
 
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:     
HND/BSc in Accountancy, Economics, Banking /Finance or related field with a minimum of 5 years banking experience in a Microfinance Bank or in a related industry, Post graduate qualifications in related fields will be an added advantage;
Should be informed on current Financial and Accounting computer applications, and have Professional qualifications like CPA, ACA, ACIB etc. copied from:
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
If you meet the above criteria, please submit your application with detailed curriculum vitae to:
Gouba Plaza, B06 And C06,
1St And 2Nd Floor,
Plot 171, A.E. Ekukinam Street,
Beside Chisco, Utako , Utako,
Asokoro, Abuja
POSITION TITLE SHOULD BE THE SUBJECT OF EMAIL: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
DUE DATE: August 31, 2012

Read more >>

World Bank Nigeria Current Vacancies

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world.

We are not a bank in the ordinary sense but a unique partnership to reduce poverty and support development. We comprise two institutions managed by 188 member countries:
the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). The IBRD aims to reduce poverty in middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries, while IDA focuses exclusively on the world’s poorest countries. These institutions are part of a larger body known as the World Bank Group.
Established in 1944, the World Bank is headquartered in Washington, D.C. We have more than 9,000 employees in more than 100 offices worldwide.

Current Vacancy exists for a Senior Public Sector Specialist in our Abuja office in Nigeria:

Job #	121894
Job Title	Senior Public Sector Specialist
Job Family	Public Sector Management
Location	Abuja, Nigeria
Appointment	International Hire
Job Posted	07-Aug-2012
Closing Date	21-Aug-2012
Language Requirements	English [Essential]; French [Desired]

Background / General description
The Africa Poverty Reduction and Economic Management Group (AFR PREM) plays a key role in implementing the recently published Africa Region Strategy which identifies governance and public sector capacity as the foundational challenge for growth and development in the region. AFR PREM has particularly significant responsibilities in strengthening efforts to build sustainable and effective institutions that can help bring about shared growth and poverty reduction in the countries of the region. 

In Nigeria, governance challenges and weak institutions for financial management and service delivery are major challenges. The World Bank and development partners have committed significant resources to support the Government of Nigeria in its efforts to strengthen institutions and improve governance. Policy dialogue and technical assistance engagements are aimed at the federal level as well as the state level. Starting fiscal year 2012, the Bank will be engaged in public sector institutional strengthening in 21 states through analytical work, lending operations and grant funded tasks. 

In addition, governance and political economy is being mainstreamed into the Bank portfolio in all sectors to strengthen development impact. 

To respond to increasing client demand AFR PREM is looking to recruit a dynamic and problem-solving individual as a Senior Public Sector/Governance Specialist to support the developing program of. 

The selected candidate will be based in the World Bank’s Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria for a period of at least three years. Working as a member of the PREM Team and in close collaboration with the Lead Public Sector Governance Specialist, she/he will work directly with key federal and state government and non-government entities as well as with other development partners. Depending on the profile and language skills of the selected candidate she/he might be tasked to join teams in neighboring countries as well. 

The candidate will ensure close collaboration with staff in the Human Development and Sustainable Development Networks and will foster multi-sector approaches to addressing systemic constraints in countries to public service delivery and effective management across sectors.

Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment. 

Duties and Accountabilities
The selected candidate will report to the Cluster Leader and to the Sector Manager (SM), and will be expected to carry out the following duties:

Lead or support multi-sector teams to deliver the Bank’s analytical, lending, and grant operations pertaining to public sector reform, including political economy and governance diagnostic work. In so doing, the candidate will provide advice and support to other World Bank sector operations involving public sector management/governance challenges. 

Manage the preparation and supervision of assigned tasks and deliverables and ensure effective response and delivery of programs requested by Country Management Unit as well as ensure the quality of the analytical and lending program.

Generate and exchange knowledge relating to concepts, techniques and lessons of experience pertaining to governance, public sector reform and capacity building, advise on governance issues for Country Assistance Strategy preparation, and facilitate multi-sectoral approaches to governance reforms.

Support the Cluster Leader in work program discussions and in supervising the quality and timeliness of work program deliverables for the Nigeria program. 

Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will be a highly seasoned professional with solid operational experience working on public sector management, governance and anti-corruption issues in developing countries with in-depth knowledge and experience in public financial management , with adequate knowledge and understanding of other areas of public sector management/governance (e.g. integrated financial management information systems, civil service reform, anti-corruption reforms, political economy analysis etc.).

Advanced degree in public policy and administration, economics, political science, finance, or other related field.  A strong record of peer reviewed publication on public sector reform would be a plus.

At least 8 years of relevant experience in public sector reform and capacity building. 

Work experience in Africa would be preferred.

Demonstrated skills in addressing governance challenges in multiple sectors and in shaping country strategies.  

Experience in governance issues related to natural resource management a plus.

Experience with public financial management, procurement and human resource management reforms at sub-national level would be an advantage

Demonstrated skills and experience in project management.  

Strong interpersonal skills, proven team orientation, ability to multi-task and work across unit boundaries and a solid track record of mentoring junior staff.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain productive, professional relationships with government counterparts, donors and other stakeholders.

Excellent writing abilities, persuasive oral communication skills and ability to foster long-term, productive client relationships. 

Fluency in English, including excellent writing skills, is required. Fluency in French would be an advantage.

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background.  Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.  All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

COMPETENCIES
  
Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena - Translates technical and cross-country knowledge into practical applications and contributions to country and sector strategies; interacts with clients at the policy level.  

Policy Dialogue Skills - Anticipates needs and requests in the field and conducts independent policy discussions with representatives of the government and non-government partners.  

Integrative Skills - Understands relevant cross-sectoral areas how they are interrelated; able to undertake cross-sectoral work in lending and non-lending operations.  

General Governance and Public Sector Knowledge and Experience - Has the ability to lead production of projects and/or major studies on areas key to public sector.  

Written and Verbal Communication - Demonstrates the ability to influence and persuade others to accept ideas and suggestions (such as counterparts in government, international partner organizations, academia, and Bank colleagues, senior staff and managers).   

Public Administration - Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of public administration, human resource management and civil service reform.  

Public Finance - Has knowledge and demonstrated expertise of public expenditure policy and management, tax reform, and public investment.  

Operational Project Management - Demonstrates broad knowledge of project management tools & methodologies; identifies key risks and mitigation measures; interprets background analysis and proposed solutions.  

Team Leadership - Successfully puts together a team with complementary skills that ensures high-quality technical output and success of projects while being cost-conscious ESW/TA Policy, Strategic and Technical Analysis for Country/Sector Issues - Experienced in using key relevant sector/theme analytical tools and able to translate theoretical concepts into practical approaches for Bank AAA work.
  
Client Orientation - Maintains client relationships in the face of conflicting demands or directions and provides evidence-based advice and solutions based on sound diagnosis and knowledge.  

Drive for Results - Identifies the needed resources to accomplish results involving multiple stakeholders and finds solutions to obstacles affecting key deliverables.  

Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion - Shows leadership in ensuring the team stays organized and focused, and actively seeks and considers diverse ideas and approaches.  

Knowledge, Learning and Communication - Leads in the sharing of best practice, trends, knowledge and lessons learned across units and with clients and partners, articulating ideas verbally and in writing in a clear and compelling way across audiences of varied levels.  

Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making - Gathers inputs, assesses risk, considers impact and articulates benefits of decisions for internal and external stakeholders over the long term. 

How to Apply 
Click HERE to Apply

Read more >>