Advans Microfinance Network Recruitment 2020

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Advans Microfinance Network Recruitment 2020.

Advans Microfinance Network is a leading international microfinance group providing responsible financial services to the populace.

Job Description

Job Title: Chief Business Development Officer

Responsibilities

Contribute to the definition and implementation of the institution’s commercial strategy (clients/products/distribution channels):

Develop and ensure the success of new products/services/channels in particular by coordinating the work of the various departments involved (Networks, Logistics, IT, Risk, Marketing, etc.);
Manage and optimize the performance of customer segments and products, ensuring that it is aligned with the competitive environment and the needs of customers; monitor and optimize client satisfaction and loyalty.

In coordination with the CEO and other key actors of the overall project, lead the digital transformation of the institution, impacting every aspects of Advans Ghana business (organization, processes, products and services).
Manage directly the Marketing Communication & Branding, Segments Management & Customer care, Partnerships development, Alternative Delivery Channels and Back Office teams (around 25 employees).
Supervise the updating and ensure that the sales teams have a good grasp of the norms and standards regulating Advans’ commercial activities (policies, procedures, etc.)
Foster and enhance the partnership strategy of the institution, in particular within the Agriculture and digital sector.

What kind of profile are we looking for?

You hold a Master’s degree in management, finance or development and you are interested in financial inclusion and Advans’s missions. You have:

At least eight to ten years’ professional experience, including five years in an executive business development position
Proven experience in the management of a Business Unit in financial services (retail banking, financial institution, mobile money operators, etc.)
Experience in managing large scale digital transformation project (eg. CBS migration, etc.)
Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams within an international group
Accomplished experience in a developing country, ideally in Africa
Very fluent English, and preferably a good command of French
Excellent entrepreneur, leadership, and organizational skills with a strong results-oriented approach
Excellent interpersonal skills and cross-cultural sensitivity
Ability to find pragmatic solutions adapted to the local context

How to Apply

Interested applicants should click HERE to apply.

Application Deadline: 12th November 2020.