Djibouti

Job Description:

Our banking client is currently recruiting a Group Director ESG Climate Risk reporting to the Group Chief Risk Officer.  The ESG & Climate Risks Function develops and implements climate-risk related tools, stress testing scenarios and reporting frameworks. The function follows the latest developments in the areas of climate-related and environmental risks and participates in projects and/or working groups both internally and externally to share best practices.

The Group Director ESG & Climate Risk is responsible for integrating assessment, quantification, development and integration of climate and environmental risks into the Group’s risk frameworks and policies, to ensure the implementation of the Group Climate Bank Roadmap within the Directorate.

The ESG & Climate Risk team strives to bring value to the Group through managing environmental and social and climate risks relevant to the Group’s business, supporting the Group’s business strategy, and delivering on stakeholder expectations. As a senior team member, the role-holder will advise senior management at Group level and in the subsidiaries in addition to providing guidance and supporting team members and other business partners

Responsibilities:

• Protect the Group’s reputation by identifying and evaluating environmental and social risks associated with client relationships and business transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Be responsible for implementation of the Group’s policies and external commitments
• Build capacity for ESG & Climate risk management within front office, control functions and the ESG & Climate Risk team.
• Provide ESG & Climate risk management advisory on green and sustainable-labeled transactions, and support the development of appropriate internal guidance
• Integrate regulatory/supervisory guidelines and best banking practice in the ESG & Climate Risk domain to define, develop and maintain the ESG & Climate risk framework, appetite, policies, and functional strategy and oversee effective implementation across the Group
• Ensure that policies and processes meet the evolving expectations of key stakeholders including regulators
• Ensure the development of ESG & Climate risk management tools and models
• Support the Group’s climate risk commitments by further developing and implementing initiatives to manage climate risks associated with client relationships and transactions and provide guidance to front office on how to engage clients on the low carbon transition
• Identify and monitor emerging ESG & Climate related issues and relevant industry standards from a regional and global perspective, and raise internal awareness of key issues and trends
• Oversee the quality, accuracy, and relevance of reports to the Board and regulators and ensure timely action on any requests
• Ensure significant risks and issues are escalated to the Group Chief Risk Officer, the senior management and the Board or board-level committees
• Maintain professional relationships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), business associations and industry working groups covering environmental and social topics in the Africa region, sharing insight with colleagues.
• Support media and investor relations and other internal functions with sustainability risk expertise
• Assist with the company’s disclosures through the annual Sustainability Report and other publications

Requirements: Qualification and Skill  

• At least fifteen (15) years’ experience in Treasury function out of which 8 years should be at Head or senior management level in a financial institution.
• Previous Experience as a Head of Treasury in a large Financial Services Group, Fintech/ Digital Bank
• University degree, preferably in relevant subject. Post graduate education and/or professional certifications in a relevant domain would be an advantage
• Extensive senior experience in an ESG & Climate risk-related field

Language

• Solid communication and writing skills (fluency in English is required). French is considered a strong advantage

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent Contract
• Willing and able to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

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Shearidan Rabsch

srabsch@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Manager – Banking and Finance

CA Finance – Legal, Banking and Insurance

Reference Number: 414-1808LH

Job Description:

Our client is in need of a qualified Senior Metallurgist with a background in the gold processing to lead their metallurgical activities on site in East Africa

Responsibilities:

• Leading metallurgical activities within the gold processing plant.
• Ensuring HSE requirements are adhered to and actively promoting responsible practices.
• Providing technical support to operations to ensure required production and metallurgical efficiency is achieved.
• Managing both internal and external lab test work for plant monitoring, projects and improvement initiatives.
• Metallurgical accounting.
• Collecting and collating of data for metallurgical performance reports.
• Reporting and forecasting on performance against vs budget.
• Monitoring and management of plant performance, recoveries and efficiencies.
• Budget input and cost control.
• Development and review procedures and work instructions associated with laboratory, gold room and metallurgical tasks in the processing plant.
• Contribute to maintenance of the process plant.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Mineral Processing.
• 5 years previous experience as a Metallurgist within a gold processing plant.
• Experience with crushing, milling, gravity circuits, CIL/CIP, thickening and tailings disposal, with a good understanding of the mechanical operations in these areas.
• Well-versed in carrying out site-based lab work.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office.
• Previous expatriate experience in Africa.
• Proven experience in the mentoring and training of local nationals in an expatriate position.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Residentially based with single or family status.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to llaas@camining.com.

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Leanne Laas

Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: DSS01-SF

Job Description:

Our client, an international logistics operator, is looking for a Country Manager to Report to their board of Directors. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall management of the company, ensuring that market share, sales, customer service & operations are monitored and optimized at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Implementing a strategy to ensure that the overall vision of the board translates into a seamless logistics operation in Rwanda.
• Managing the company agreement in line with the annual strategic plan that has been approved by the board.
• Business Development and market analysis.
• Organization of budgets and monthly sales targets.
• Communicating weekly KPI’s with the board of directors.
• Oversight of operations, sales, customer service and finance departments to ensure effectivity in each department.
• Maintaining of public relations and other governmental relations.
• Producing management accounts to present to the board of directors no later than the 10th of each month.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related Field
• Degree in Supply Chain Management - Advantageous
• 8 -10 years of experience

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CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Our client is a leading financial services group based in Port Louis, Mauritius. They are looking for an individual who will be the Team Leader of the Credit Underwriting Team (forming part of the management team). They will be responsible for the assessment and review of credit requests for all lines of business (Retail, Corporate, International Banking, E-commerce among others), and including restructuring proposals from recovery team. The incumbent is also responsible for the approval of credit requests up to the delegated authority and is a member of the Credit Underwriting Team Forum.

Responsibilities:

• To assess credit worthiness of clients.
• To review credit proposals following assessment by credit analysts. Approve requests within delegated authority and submit to higher authorities for approval.
• To adhere to all internal policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• To adhere to agreed Service Level Agreements and ensure good customer service.
• To provide feedback to Risk Management Team on credit policies.
• To attend Board Committees and Management Credit Forum.
• To contribute to the improvement of current processes and procedures.
• To support the Credit Underwriting leadership team in the formulation of department’s strategy and ensure proper mechanism to track performance.
• To coach, develop and motivate team.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A first degree in Finance/Banking/Accounting or any other relevant field and/or any relevant professional qualifications.
• A master’s degree would be a definite advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in Banking and Financial services industry with at least 5 years in Credit Underwriting Department or any relevant department in a bank or financial institution and operating at a senior position.
• Knowledge of Financial products as well as clear understanding of policies and procedures.
• Excellent analytical acumen and have strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work accurately, under high pressure, within fixed and short timeframes.
• Results and quality oriented.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Nicole Koenig at nkoenig@caglobalint.com

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Nicole Koenig

Recruitment Consultant    

CA Global Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

Our client is looking for someone to execute Supply Chain Responsible Sourcing initiatives and programs in East Africa primarily (which can be extended for other regions as well based on the need of the company). They will also perform all activities aimed at assuring supply chain partners are meeting SCOC requirements and have well established management & reporting systems in place.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support in advancing Supplier Code of Conduct (SCOC) as well as verify that all LS&CO approved garment and fabric manufacturers are in compliance with SCOC requirements.
• Manage potential alerts driven mainly by external request or out of LS&Co monitoring programs.
• Management of data collection, tracking/ updating systems, and processes in the supply chain.
• Collaborate with SSMs and Acceleration teams to analyze supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and evaluate progress.
• Work in strengthening the assessment assurance process and advancing responsible sourcing methodologies and vision.
• Ensure our suppliers meet SCOC requirements across the supply chain. 
• Support follow-up the implementation of LS&CO’s programs- WWB
• Provide required training/ handholding/ guidance to the vendors on the modifications/ additions of LS&Co SCOC and applicable local legal requirements.
• Support with external stakeholders (NGOs/ multi-lateral agencies, industry groups, other brands), with focus on supply chain Responsible Sourcing and Worker Well-Being Initiatives. 
• Support SCOC assurance model and quality control activities.
• Work on developing management systems and periodic update of Responsible Sourcing policies and procedures.  
• Manage the network of service providers, external monitors, and consultants. Also support periodic assurance activities, including the shadow audit of external monitors.
• Data collection and ensuring periodic and timely inputs of data in FFC

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelors/master’s degree in social sciences or law with specialization in Labor Laws & Industrial relationships/Environment Health & Safety
• Over 3 years’ experience in the same or related field working with brands, consultants, and NGOs in different areas of Responsible Sourcing, social auditing, labor rights or human rights.
• Knowledge of local laws & other legislations

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Nicole Koenig at nkoenig@caglobalint.com

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Nicole Koenig

Recruitment Consultant    

CA Global Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number:  SRCE3

Job Description:

The Credit Origination Lead is responsible for supporting Group MSME banking Business segment in promptly structuring credit deals by evaluating the creditworthiness of a borrower and ensure the proposed credit risk is profitable, beneficial to the client and is within the relevant policies and regulations. The job holder will have overall responsibility for the quality of all credit requests prepared by the team, they will also be expected to prepare sound, prudent and judicious credit request proposals in line with the Bank’s credit policy and approved product offering. The job holder will also provide advice and techniques to mitigate risks for credits that are considered bankable.

Responsibilities:

Relationship Management:

• Provide the interface between Subsidiaries SME teams and Group Credit EXCO.
• Give quality feedback to the Subsidiaries teams on the quality of applications and the areas of improvement.
• Support the Subsidiaries SME teams in serving their customers in a timely manner customer by giving prompt feedback.
• Give Subsidiaries SME teams reports on loans processed and decline to help in decision-making.
• Supporting Subsidiaries SME teams in packaging credit proposals to ensure clarity for faster approval and adoption.

Credit Proposal Reviews:

• To ensure appraisal of quality profitable loans and identified risks properly mitigated by recommending for further review to Credit Risk Proposals through:
• Confirming borrower’s credit worthiness as presented by Subsidiary SME RMs
• Confirm thorough analysis of financial statements and assessment of credit requests.
• Confirming suitability of collateral offered.
• Ensuring credit risks and breaches are identified & mitigation measures proposed.
• Reviewing if proposed facility pricing in credit is in line with the set pricing policies.
• Recommending the credit proposals for further review or returning the proposal to Subsidiary SME RMs to highlight critical missing information and documents.
• Review prevailing economic trends, and risk ratings, and applying the same in the appraisal process.
• Bring out policy exceptions and breaches, recommend adequate Mitigants, and seek necessary approvals.
• To ensure approved loans are progressed whilst the risks are still well mitigated for approved loans requiring minor amendments to underwriting standards by recommending for further review.
• Following up on various action points as per credit committee meeting deliberations.
• Presenting summaries of Credit Analysis unit decisions for further deliberations.
• Monitoring Credit Analysis turnaround time and number of files returned to Subsidiary SME RMs for rework/ review.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and loan approval covenants.
• Review status of borrower’s compliance with matters that may lead to Environment & Social Risks.
• Reviewing independently progress of borrower’s project financed by the Bank.
• Ensure approval covenants are documented and met by performing other reviews and engaging the Relevant stakeholders.
• Team Management: To Guide, Motivate, and provide leadership to the team members to enable them to achieve individual results and ultimately organizational objectives.

Operations:

• Ensure compliance with all credit policy guidelines.
• Follow through with transactions to the end.
• Training teams one on one to reduce on back and forth.
• Work with Subsidiary SME leads to ensure parity in skills possessed by all stakeholders in the credit process though identification of credit skills gap among credit analysts and branches and recommending appropriate training by:
• Periodic reviews of credit skill gaps of stakeholders in the credit process.
• Organizing and training various stakeholders to sharpen their credit skills.
• Recommending appropriate external training where necessary.
• Develop various templates to guide the credit process.
• Handle audit queries emanating from the credit process.
• Monitor turnaround time on requests.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• University Degree preferably in Business related field such as Economics, Finance & Accounting from recognized institution by Commission for University Education. Masters’ degree will be an added advantage.
• Credit Management, Accounting or Banking Qualification (AKIB).
• CPA / ACCA qualification.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in banking and financial analysis, 2 of which must be credit department or credit related area.
• Good track record of credit analysis and understanding of financial policies, procedures, and external regulations. Has demonstrated over the span of the career credit and financial analysis skills required to effectively perform credit analysis and portfolio maintenance activities/tasks in a manner that consistently achieves high quality standards or benchmarks.
• Demonstrated expertise and in-depth knowledge of the local banking industry, banking services, credit process and banking products.
• Evidenced knowledge and understanding of the current banking and financial services operating environment, trends, and practice, related regulatory and governance guidelines and requirement, and applicable laws.
• Sound working knowledge and understanding of general commercial regulations and practices.
• Corporate Competence: Working knowledge of the Bank’s products, the Bank’s Credit policy and CBK Prudential Guidelines.
• Financial analysis Skills: Ability to analyze and/or interpret financial statements, and advice accordingly.
• Analytical business and investment appraisal Skills: Keen to detail and able to conceptualize financial investment proposals and provide viable solutions.
• Technology Skills: Computer literate with proficiency in computerized financial analysis applications.
• Industry knowledge: Candid knowledge of the various sectors of the economy and the investment opportunities.
• Goal driven and results oriented enjoys being measured and judged by financial and other performance targets.
• Personal Ethics: Must be honest, fair and just with self and others, and demonstrates integrity in work and business contacts.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must be a people’s person, with ability to interact with key contacts in the finance sector.
• Proactive Initiator: Must be pro-active, a self-starter and have the ability to see, grasp and advice on opportunities.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com

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Caleb Ebrahim

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform the trade sector in Africa.

Reference Number: SRBLR-LEGA-PE-002

Job Summary:

This is a transactional role with a focus on a wide range of strategic M&A, private equity, venture capital, joint venture and other corporate and capital markets transactions. The role of the position holder will be seconded to FEDA to provide the required legal advice to the Chief Executive Officer of FEDA, its management, Investments team and its Board as may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the, review, management and negotiation of private equity investments, venture capital investments, joint ventures, co-investments, private placements, sub-underwritings, pre-IPO investments and similar transactions on behalf of the FEDA and its funds.
• Lead legal due diligence work on prospective portfolio companies (Targets), working collaboratively with, and acting as the point person in dealing with legal advisers and Target’s management on all legal matters.
• Act as lead transaction counsel on deals, manage transaction review, drafting, negotiation and execution of the full range of deal documentation.
• Provide legal advice to management and colleagues in all areas of FEDA’s activities and proffering solutions to legal problems, constraints, risks, options, consequences and approaches.
• Provide advice and support to internal stakeholders to develop, establish and improve internal processes relating to investments.
• Provide compliance support and advice with respect to information barriers, restricted list reviews, inside information and thresholds.
• Take initiative to identify and analyze problems, generate alternative solutions and make decisions with little direction/supervision.
• Manage external deal counsel, in conjunction with the investment team during execution of transactions.
• Work closely with the financial, tax, human resources, information technology, commercial, technical, environmental, social and governance advisers to assist FEDA with the structuring of transactions by providing legal insights. This includes pre- deal and post deal structuring and restructuring.
• Representing FEDA internally and externally in negotiation, disputes, consultations and other proceedings that require legal representation.
• Any other duties as assigned by senior management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A degree in Law with excellent academics and a relevant post-graduate (master’s) degree from a recognised University.
• Qualified in a common law or civil law jurisdiction with not less than 8 years post-qualification experience in a private equity and venture capital practice.
• The successful candidate will be a motivated commercial lawyer and will have detailed legal knowledge of M&A, JVs, private equity and venture capital investments, preference shares, and corporate finance and be able to translate this knowledge into actionable advice and into the management of effective legal processes.
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of private equity practices in Africa and internationally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of FEDA’s other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese).
• Strong skills in drafting a variety of legal documents and communicating complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment with quick turnaround expectations.
• Negotiating skills and capacity to work with other professionals including non-legal professionals to develop innovative solutions.
• Willingness to assume multiple roles and tasks to meet changing business needs with ability to foresee, troubleshoot and effectively resolve conflicting issues and challenges.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo or any other member country of Afreximbank.

Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda and open to further relocation later if required.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Shearidan Rabsch at srabsch@caglobalint.com

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Shearidan Rabsch

Recruitment Manager - Global

Banking & Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform

Reference Number: BRJA05

Job Summary:

As an Assistant Investment Manager, you will assist the investment team across each stage of the investment process, for each of FEDA’s funds strategies but with a focus on its strategic initiatives fund strategy ($250 million fund strategy dedicated to high impact greenfield investments in critical sectors). You will be responsible for assessing potential investments, conducting financial analysis, supporting deal structuring and negotiation, performing due diligence, and monitoring portfolio performance etc. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the drafting of concept papers for innovative projects. The ideal candidate possesses very strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of the private equity sector and greenfield investments in Africa, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the investment team across each phase of the investment process and the funds’ life cycle including in the areas of deal origination, evaluation of prospective investment or new initiatives, investment committees, Board or internal presentations, portfolio company management, exit strategies and fund-raising activities.
• Support the investment manager with assessing risks, opportunities, and potential merits of proposed investments or innovative greenfield projects
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, modeling and valuation to evaluate potential investment opportunities and perform portfolio monitoring.
• Support the deal structuring process by analyzing investment terms, preparing term sheets and investment memos, and participating in negotiations. Take charge of organizing deal execution meetings with active follow-up on implementation of key decisions.
• Perform due diligence on target companies, including meeting with executive management, researching industry trends, competitive landscapes, and financial performance. Support the Investment Manager in coordinating due diligence advisors, play an active role in reviewing their deliverables and presenting it to FEDA’s management and its investment and strategy committee.
• Support Investment Manager with development, implementation and monitoring of value-creation plan including ESG action plan for portfolio companies
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of portfolio companies, identifying key performance indicators and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly investment reports to FEDA’s governance (Executive Management, Board, Investors etc.)
• Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and economic factors that may impact FEDA
• Assist in fundraising efforts, including creating marketing materials and participating in investor meetings for portfolio companies or FEDA’s funds.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to dissect complex financial information, identify key trends and insights, and draw logical conclusions.
• Financial Modeling: Proficient in building and utilizing financial models to assess investment opportunities, forecast financial performance, value an investment, and evaluate risk.
• Research and Due Diligence: Skilled in conducting comprehensive research, analyzing market trends, and performing due diligence on potential investments.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and precision in financial analysis, data interpretation, and report preparation.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to effectively articulate investment recommendations and complex financial concepts.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively with strong work ethic.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset, excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team and across departments.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, banking, engineering, sciences, or a related field with a strong academic performance.
• An MBA/MSc in finance, economics, accounting or banking.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience, 3 of which in investment banking, private equity, or a similar financial role is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis techniques, valuation methodologies, and investment principles.
• Proficient in financial modeling, Excel, and other relevant analytical tools.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks governing private equity investments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda and open to further relocation later if required.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Your name at jadams@caglobalint.com

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Jamie Adams

Recruitment Consultant

Banking & Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: SRCE3

Responsibilities:

Strategy Development:
• Develop and lead the implementation of the SME Segment strategy in line with the Group Strategy; to ensure achievement of the Group Business and African Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP)objectives.
• Set the strategic agenda for SME Department and develop a detailed strategy and execution road map that would facilitate growth and maintain a customer portfolio that will ensure over all achievement of balance sheet growth, profitability growth, and other Expected Deliverables in line with African Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP) and increase SME market share across all the markets.
• Ensure that the SME strategy is cascaded to all the departments / subsidiaries across EGHL and ensure it is well understood and the execution strategy is well aligned to the overall group expectations.
Business Development:
• Ensure Effective execution of all Business development and growth strategies in accordance with the long-, medium- and short-term plans of ARRP.
• Design, Launch and Manage End to End Customer Value proposition for the SME Segment to ensure the Group builds a pipeline of value adding customer solutions to ensure achievement of the Overall segment P&L and Balances sheet Growth Objectives.
• Drive the Ecosystem Banking strategy and work in collaboration with Corporate Banking. Retail Banking, Commercial division to drive the Ecosystem Banking Strategy through Banking of their Entire anchor /Sub anchor value chains. Ensure retention and cross sell to maximize revenue for the entire Ecosystem.
• Drive sustainable growth and acquisition of new customers for SME Banking through the creation, development, and maintenance of high-quality Relationship management.
• Drive and own Strategic SME partnerships and collaborations as part of the Overall Go to market Plan and Develop and manage an effective SME customer Training program and networking forums in collaboration with Equity Group Foundation (EGF).
• Work closely with Product House to ensure that customers offering across all the products are tailor made to meet customers’ needs and are accessible across all the Channels. This entails reviewing existing financial products, designing new financial products and introducing new financial products to increase access to financing for SMEs.
• Champion a differentiated delivery of great customer experience including seamless processes, convenient customer journeys across all the channels to ensure customer retention and loyalty.
• Strengthen the capacity of SME departments/units. Develop training programs to enhance product knowledge to the SME Relationship managers, Credit Managers, and all Branch staff on SME Banking Products.
• Build and maintain productive and strategic relations with customers and all stakeholders to drive the development and delivery of business solutions and revenue growth for the SME Segment.

In collaboration with the subsidiaries Head of SME design and execute End to End strategic road map including Marketing activities and communication for the SME segment. Also responsible for the segment Events Calendar in partnership with country segment Heads
• Drive and own Strategic SME partnerships and collaborations as part of the Overall Go to market Plan and represent the segment in forums and external stakeholder’s meetings that enhances the overall Value Proposition of the SME segment.
• Develop and enhance SME knowledge base in the group through research, analysis of performance data, updates on the published literature on financing and developing SMEs sector and also through participation in think tanks Forums and workshops.
• Monitoring, supervising, and reporting on ongoing SME operations; measuring and analyzing results, outcomes, and impacts of the SME operations in all EGHL entities.
• Research on new approaches and developments in the SME sector and ability to convene stakeholder’s forums to brainstorm on new solutions for accelerating development of innovative solutions for SME segments.
• Analyze the competitive landscape and understand both Internal and external Customer environment to draw insights into the Segment offerings and Propositions to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Drive strategic partnerships and collaborations with key departments that manage market research, customer intelligence, Data warehousing and financial analysis to align to the segment/business market unit goals.

Credit Management:
• A key accountability of the overall SME loan portfolio is to build a high-quality client portfolio by effectively managing clients across the entire Lending cycle. Ensure appropriate relationship management is maintained through the entire lending cycle from origination to recovery and collections.
• Ensure timely submission of quality credit proposals in conformity with the Credit Policy guidelines and requirements whilst maintaining the quality of the SME portfolio within the stipulated Non-Performing Loans (NPL) and Portfolio at Risk (PAR) parameters. ·
• Working with credit risk management and data analytics teams to develop scorecards and support the development of risk management methodologies. Support the introduction of scorecards for different SME segments and different products.
• Strengthen SME lending operations and loan processing by establishing common SME lending practices across the group.
• Closely monitor and analyze the SME loan portfolios performance across the Group in liaison with other stakeholders to ensure quality portfolio by effective identification of risks and their mitigations.
• Ensure compliance with the Bank’s policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
Performance management:
• Facilitate setting of the appropriate SME targets at the group and subsidiary level. And drive achievement of the targets through efficient execution to meet the Overall SME strategy for the group.
• In collaboration with the subsidiary set KPI for all SME staff and work with the team towards achieving these targets to meet the overall SME strategy of the Bank.
• In collaboration with HR enforce a culture of performance review and take immediate corrective action to deal with Nonperformance.

Track and monitor the progress on all activities to ensure business goals are met and share results and experiences with team members and colleagues.
Requirements: Qualification and Skill
• Master s degree in Business Administration from an accredited university preferably with a major in Finance, Marketing and/or Economics.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in banking, with proven experience of at least 5 years in a similar position or at least 5 years banking experience and sales/marketing background, where he/she managed a portfolio of SME or Commercial/Corporate Banking clients.
• Key Competencies and Skills
• A Strategic thinker with proven ability to manage people, processes, and projects to achieve Group objectives.
• Good experience in Strategy formulation and Demonstrated leadership capability.
• Strong people and performance management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills as well as an excellent communicator with ability to set and meet stretching targets and strict deadlines.
• Result driven with a track record of demonstrable networking selling and influencing skills as well as ability to identify new opportunities.
• Demonstrate solid awareness in operational risk and quality in driving service excellence.
• Independent, pro-active and able to work well under pressure & within teams.
• Good knowledge of bank credit risk management policies, procedures, and best practices in lending to MSMEs.
• Experience managing borrowing customers and analyzing financing proposals, especially for SME clients.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to execute across a broad array of stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues and recommend solutions.
• Ability to build long term, high quality, and trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Caleb Ebrahim at cebrahim@caglobalint.com
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Caleb Ebrahim
Recruitment Consultant
CA Finance

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CA Global Headhunters has been retained by the Afreximbank based in Cairo, Egypt to recruit for this position. For more information on the Afreximbank please visit their website www.afreximbank.com.  Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

About FEDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (“FEDA”) is the impact investment subsidiary of Afreximbank set up to provide equity, quasi-equity, and debt capital to finance the multi-billion-dollar funding gap (particularly in equity) needed to transform the trade sector in Africa.

Reference Number: SFBLR32

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join FEDA, a leading multi-strategy impact investment platform. As the CFO, you would play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the financial and administrative operations of the organization, ensuring strategic financial planning, financial management and reporting, as well as providing critical insights to support decision-making processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy and Planning
  • Work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Senior Management team on executing the organization’s financial strategy in alignment with its overall goals and objectives.
  • Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
  • Provide strategic financial recommendation to the Chief Executive Officer and the instances of governance (Boards of Directors and Committees) of each FEDA entity.
• Financial Management and Reporting
  • Lead and oversee all aspects of the finance function for FEDA entities and fund strategies, including accounting, reporting, cash flow management, auditing (external audit and internal audit), risk and compliance processes.
  • Be the main point of contact and lead workstreams to completion with internal and external service providers, such as external auditors, internal auditors, risk, and compliance service providers etc.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of quarterly Board and Investors reports as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all the FEDA entities.
  • Support the investment team during transactions including capital calls, compliance with funds’ policies, approved due diligence budgets, establishment of investment vehicles as well as any tax or regulatory filings.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance of each of FEDA’s funds and identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Fundraising and Investor Relations
  • Participate in fundraising efforts, including the preparation of investors’ presentations and financial materials.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investors, addressing their financial inquiries, and providing transparent reporting.
  • Communicate the organization’s financial performance and investment strategies to investors.
• Compliance and Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policy, and industry standards.
  • Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and mitigate financial risks.
  • Work closing with internal and external service providers to ensure adherence to internal policy, regulatory requirements, or best industry practice.
• Leadership and Development
  • Lead a small team of finance and administration professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance and opportunities for growth.
  • Cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance and administration department.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with a strong
• academic performance. An MBA / MSc in finance or accounting is preferred.
• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a multi-strategy private equity fund. A minimum of 10 years of work experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures, fund accounting and valuation techniques (as per international private equity and venture capital association) for the private equity, debt fund and fund of funds sectors.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities in English, both written and verbal.
• Detailed-oriented, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Rwanda.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Scott Fraser at sfraser@caglobalint.com

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Scott Fraser

Recruitment Manager | Africa & Global

CA Finance

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General Manager, Sustainability ( ESG strategy / Compliance / Environmental and Social awareness ) – Nairobi, Kenya

Reference Number: LCSR04

Job Description:

An exciting client of ours is looking for a General Manager, Sustainability to join their team.

Responsibilities shall include:

• Develop a focused ESG strategy to identify and manage the key ESG-related risks & opportunities.
• Lead the effective implementation of the company's Environmental & Social Risk Management Procedures.
• Work in close partnership with the wider Business and the company's Foundation to develop ESG opportunities and impact related products and services.
• Champion and build ESG capacity across all the relevant business departments to ensure engagement and improved understanding of ESG across the organization.
• Manage ESG Governance and Compliance requirements.
• Build Environmental and Social awareness among the company's clients.
• Deliver an effective ESG training program to the organization across all levels.
• Deliver to the internal and external (regulatory and / or contractual) reporting requirements.
• Introduce best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to support delivery of the organization’s strategy.
• Provide leadership and management of the ESG team.
• Generate insights and thought leadership materials on ESG topics and trends.
• Serve as subject matter expert on ESG, including industry trends, research, regulations, and ESG data gathering, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
• Support the Business as required to deliver on the organization and the overall Group’s strategy.

Qualifications & skills required:

• Degree in ESG related discipline – Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Development, Sociology, Community Development, Geology, Engineering.
• Knowledge of local environmental, sustainability, employment, health and safety legislations and regulations
• Strong knowledge of and practical experience in social, environmental sustainability and governance issues across diverse sectors
• Ability to propose realistic, value-adding, and practical risk management plans.
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, World Bank Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines, Equator Principles, GRI, TCFD, Other International Sustainability Standards
• Over 10 years’ experience in ESG related role
• Previous experience in banking desirable

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Linda Carstens at licarstens@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Linda Carstens

Recruitment Consultant

CA Global Finance

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Senior Manager, Head of Sustainability (Sustainability Strategy / Industry trends / ESG Governance) – Kigali, Rwanda

Reference Number: LCSR03

Job Description:

The role holder will have a dual role which will include being responsible for leading and managing Sustainability / ESG for the company in Tanzania and supporting the Group team on specific areas of group wide sustainability strategy and solutions workstreams.

Responsibilities shall include:

• Strategy and stakeholder engagement

• In line with the Group Sustainability Strategy, develop a Tanzania focused Sustainability strategy to identify and manage the key ESG-related risks & opportunities.
• Introduce best practices to support delivery of the organization’s strategy.
• Generate insights and thought leadership materials on Sustainability, ESG topics and trends, both locally and internationally.
• Serve as subject matter expert on Sustainability / ESG, including industry trends, research, regulations, and ESG data gathering, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.

• ESG Risk Management

• Accountable for overall ESG Risk Management including ownership and implementation of an effective environmental and social management system (ESMS).
• Manage the ESG Governance and Compliance requirements.
• Lead the Business to deliver effective Environmental and Social Risk appraisals (both desk-top and site based) as part of the credit process and develop practical risk management plans, as appropriate, to be included as part of the facility agreements.
• Run the assurance program and follow-up to ensure effective implementation of the E&S Management Policy and Procedures.

• Commercial

• Work in close partnership with the wider business and the company’s Foundation to develop ESG opportunities and impact related products and services.

• Capacity Building & Development

• Lead and manage an in-country Sustainability team, as applicable.
• Build Environmental and Social awareness among the company’s clients.
• Champion and build ESG capacity across all the relevant business departments to ensure engagement and improved understanding of ESG across the organization.
• Deliver an effective ESG training program to the organization across all levels.

• Reporting

• Deliver to the internal and external (regulatory and/or contractual) reporting requirements.

• The company

• Support and as appropriate lead, accreditation of the company for specific agreed funds (e.g., GCF), association or principles.
• Support and as appropriate lead, application for specific funding and grants from various local and international organizations.
• Participate as part of the leadership team of the company’s sustainable finance commercial workgroup to drive the Group’s Sustainability Strategy and frameworks.
• Support and as appropriate lead, specific product development and go-to-market strategies.

Qualifications & skills required:

• Degree in ESG related discipline – Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Development, Sociology, Community Development, Geology, Engineering.
• Degree or masters in a Business or Banking related discipline would be added advantage.
• Knowledge of local environmental, sustainability, employment, health and safety legislations and regulations
• Strong knowledge of and practical experience in social, environmental sustainability and governance issues across diverse sectors.
• Ability to propose realistic, value-adding, and practical risk management plans.
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, World Bank Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines, Equator Principles, GRI, TCFD, Other International Sustainability Standards.
• Experience of ESG related accreditations, engagement and fund raising with international parties.
• Over 7 years’ experience in ESG related role.
• Previous experience in banking desirable.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Linda Carstens at licarstens@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Linda Carstens

Recruitment Consultant

CA Global Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Job Description:

As the Group Director, Credit Policy, Oversight & Governance your role is to oversee credit risk-taking activities across the Group to ensure adherence with the Board approved strategy and risk appetite.

You will be responsible for maintaining and implementing the Group Credit Risk Type Framework, policies, and strategies for effective management of credit risk, while ensuring alignment with the groups risk appetite and governance guidelines. Your expertise in portfolio management, stress testing, and credit risk analytics will be critical in driving risk-informed decision-making and optimizing the credit risk profile of the Group.

Responsibilities:

1. Framework and policy development:

• develop and maintain a Credit Risk Type Framework and policies that align with business strategy and objectives, regulatory requirements and industry best practices, and monitor compliance across the Group
• ensure policies are effectively communicated and understood across the Group
• regularly review and update the Credit Risk Type Framework and associated policies to reflect changes in the risk landscape and business environment

2. Risk appetite and governance:

• define and articulate the group’s credit risk appetite and tolerance levels for board approval and monitor to ensure adherence
• establish and maintain credit risk MIS and other reporting processes in support of robust governance and board and senior management levels
• collaborate with senior management and other internal stakeholders to ensure credit risk appetite is aligned with business strategy and objectives

3. Portfolio management:

• monitor and assess the credit risk profile of the Group's portfolio relative to objectives
• develop strategies to optimize the risk-return trade off, balancing risk exposure and profitability
• Implement effective credit risk assessment, mitigation and monitoring processes to proactively identify and address potential credit quality issues

4. Stress testing and scenario analysis

• design and execute stress testing programs to assess the resilience of the Group's credit portfolio at segment level as well as industry/sector under adverse scenarios
• analyze stress test results and provide recommendations to senior management and the Board for risk mitigation strategies
• design and lead horizon scanning exercises to enable the senior management and the Board to stay updated on emerging risks and trends in the operating environment that could impact the credit risk portfolio

5. Analytics and reporting

• Utilize advanced analytics techniques to analyze credit risk data and derive actionable insights
• implement credit risk models and methodologies for risk measurement and forecasting
• prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on credit risk metrics, trends, and portfolio performance for senior management and the Board

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, risk management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience with 5 years’ experience in Senior Management
• Extensive experience in credit risk management, preferably in a financial institution or similar environment
• Strong knowledge of credit risk frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in portfolio management techniques, stress testing methodologies, and risk analytics
• Familiarity with credit risk modeling, including statistical and predictive modeling
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey credit risk concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Leadership experience, with the ability to manage and mentor a team of risk professionals
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory developments related to credit risk management

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Chalden Du Toit at cdutoit@caglobalint.com

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Chalden Du Toit

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions