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Afreximbank: Senior Analyst, Client Relations, Central Africa – Yaounde, Cameroon

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.
 

Reference Number: BLRCDT-SACRCA

Nature & Scope:

Reporting to the Regional Chief Operating Officer, the job holder is responsible for business analytics, the implementation of business plans, client account plans and strategies. During the business development process, the client relations senior analysts will work closely with the client managers, product expert teams, execution teams and external professional consultants to deliver viable product/financial solutions to clients. The main focus of this position is to proactively engage the Bank’s clients in the Region on an individualized basis to deepen relationships and deliver the Bank’s full product offering. The role is responsible for building deep relationships with the Bank’s corporate customers and government officials in the region and providing them with the excellent service they have come to expect. Your key aim will be to manage an extensive portfolio of customers, acting as a trusted advisor to each of them. You will also be expected to add to your portfolio, by targeting prospective customers and building strong relationships with them. The position holder will also be required to identify the Bank’s key/core customers in each region by sector and draw up Account Management Plans for the purpose of maximizing cross selling of the Bank’s products and services

Responsibilities:

Business Development

• Preliminary review of client’s requests/proposals to ensure they meet the Bank’s eligibility criteria, culture and industry trends;
• Assist with review, analysis and sensitivities of supporting Financial  Statements , projections, Financial Models (English & French);
• Assist with collecting information and development of Basic Information Reports, sector/ industry update;
• Assist with the development of indicative term sheets, Pre-Assessment Memos, Credit Application Memos under the supervision of Central Africa Client Managers , Credit Assessment Manager and Product Specialists Teams;
• Assist with development of terms of reference, RfPs for relevant technical, commercial, insurance and environmental due diligence for requested facility under the supervision of Central Africa Client Managers and Product teams;
• Assist to build strong relationships with Regional Banks, Regional Corporates operating in Trade Finance, Intra-African Trade, Regional Development Finance Institutions , Investment Houses , Cashew, Coffee & Cocoa councils,  Commodity Traders, Banking Associations, Central Banks and Regulators within the Francophone West  Africa;
• Assisting the Central Africa Client Managers in creating Marketing and Account plans to address clients’ business needs and increase business development.
• Support the Client Managers in client meetings, conferences, seminars and developing presentations in conformity with the high standards for which the Bank has become known;
• Ensuring a strong knowledge of the Bank’s products, Economic Drivers in the Region , regulatory environment;
• Monitoring the performance of portfolio credits through review of triggers, discussing and taking appropriate actions on all identified deviations on assigned credit portfolio

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Manage onboarding, KYC initiation/renewal and the account opening processes with the relevant Client Managers.
• Work with the Client Relationship Managers in managing the Bank’s CRM platform (Salesforce) as the “Salesforce Champion” to ensure transactions are at the right stages;
• Generate necessary reports on Salesforce for all internal stakeholders to provide them with regular update about their pipeline, disbursements, performance and required action;
• Prepare meeting minutes, Call Reports,  Briefing Notes, Terms of Reference and Back to Office Reports, ;
• Assist in organizing Roadshows, Workshops, Conferences, Seminars and Trainings;
• Assist with producing relevant reports and support for Business Committee Meetings, Branch Meetings;
• Work with other team members across the Bank to ensure timely processing of transactions;
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by Line Manager and Senior Management.
• Work with the relevant team to update yearly Marketing Plan, Branch Activities reports to the Board of Directors
• Assist to prepare, submit and analyze monthly Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRI) and Key Performance Indicators

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree and post graduate degree in Business, Banking, accounting , Finance or other relevant field from a recognized University;
• Sound experience of at least 3 years with a leading financial services organization and familiarity with the major trade finance products to be offered to clients especially syndication, co-financing, club deals, correspondent banking products including letters of credit, factoring, forfaiting, structured trade finance, carbon financing, corporate finance risk participations, project-related financing and considerable knowledge of how these work;
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of banking practices in Africa;
• Ability to interact with senior officials of banks, corporates and governments and to represent the Bank in important professional fora where oral presentation of papers will be necessary to high level technical and professional audiences;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese);
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals; and
• Ability to demonstrate proof of passion and commitment to the socio-economic empowerment of African countries and the ability to support the achievement of Afreximbank’s mandate.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing to relocate to Cameroon

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

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

Chalden Du Toit

Banking and Finance | Africa

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.

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.
 
Reference Number: CEBLR31

Responsibilities: 

• The role of the position holder will be to process payments and accounting transactions within the accounting function and support the preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements for review and finalisation of the Senior Manager-Finance and the Chief Finance Officer.
• Processing payments
• Reconcile all accounts payable activities to ensure that payments to suppliers and creditors are made on time and in line with laid down procedures
• Assist in managing master file information (for vendors) in the accounting system by capturing, maintaining and updating master data in an accurate manner in accordance with the bank’s applicable policies and procedure
• Assist in following up to ensure proper allocation of expenses to cost centres
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management
• Assist in the financial close process
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.
• Additional duties may be assigned from time to time.
  • Initiate and support the implementation of any enhancements to the SAP, Quantum Treasury Management System and/or Finacle systems, or any other accounting system that may be in use from time to time, from a financial cycle perspective, to improve the efficiency of processes, effectiveness of systems and controls and the usefulness of financial information for making informed decisions
  • Ensure a continuous improvement to financial processes through appropriate scoping, identifying required upgrades and ensuring properly managed enhancement as may be required by the needs of specific projects throughout the Bank e.g. reporting systems to fit particular Bank products
  • Work alongside the Core Banking ERP systems Consultants to ensure that accounting controls within the system are working well, that all users are trained, putting in place procedures to overcome routine problems and to ensure the ongoing integrity and unbroken flow of required data within the system
  • Assist in preparation of interim financial statements
  • Any other duties may be assigned by senior management.
• Compliance Responsibilities
  • Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably
  • Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
  • Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A good first degree and completion of a certified accounting qualification is a requirement. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Sound relevant experience of at least 3 years within one of the Big Four Accounting firms or in a similar role elsewhere and demonstrable knowledge of IFRS and related accounting rules is a must. Exposure to the Banking or financial services industry whilst with the accounting firm is an added advantage
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage
• Proven experience in ERP systems, especially SAP and/or Finacle
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives

Contractual information:

• Renewable 1-year contract
• Willing and able to relocate to Côte d'Ivoire for the opportunity
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African & Caribbean nationalities are encouraged to apply

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

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

Caleb Ebrahim

cebrahim@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

Finance, Fintech & IT

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.
 
Reference Number: CEBLR30

Responsibilities: 

• The role of the position holder will be to process payments and accounting transactions within the accounting function and support the preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements for review and finalisation of the Senior Manager-Finance and the Chief Finance Officer.
• Processing payments
• Reconcile all accounts payable activities to ensure that payments to suppliers and creditors are made on time and in line with laid down procedures
• Assist in managing master file information (for vendors) in the accounting system by capturing, maintaining and updating master data in an accurate manner in accordance with the bank’s applicable policies and procedure
• Assist in following up to ensure proper allocation of expenses to cost centres
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management
• Assist in the financial close process
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.
• Additional duties may be assigned from time to time.
  • Initiate and support the implementation of any enhancements to the SAP, Quantum Treasury Management System and/or Finacle systems, or any other accounting system that may be in use from time to time, from a financial cycle perspective, to improve the efficiency of processes, effectiveness of systems and controls and the usefulness of financial information for making informed decisions
  • Ensure a continuous improvement to financial processes through appropriate scoping, identifying required upgrades and ensuring properly managed enhancement as may be required by the needs of specific projects throughout the Bank e.g. reporting systems to fit particular Bank products
  • Work alongside the Core Banking ERP systems Consultants to ensure that accounting controls within the system are working well, that all users are trained, putting in place procedures to overcome routine problems and to ensure the ongoing integrity and unbroken flow of required data within the system
  • Assist in preparation of interim financial statements
  • Any other duties may be assigned by senior management.
• Compliance Responsibilities
  • Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably
  • Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
  • Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A good first degree and completion of a certified accounting qualification is a requirement. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Sound relevant experience of at least 3 years within one of the Big Four Accounting firms or in a similar role elsewhere and demonstrable knowledge of IFRS and related accounting rules is a must. Exposure to the Banking or financial services industry whilst with the accounting firm is an added advantage
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or French. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage
• Proven experience in ERP systems, especially SAP and/or Finacle
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives

Contractual information:

• Renewable 1-year contract
• Willing and able to relocate to Nigeria for the opportunity
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African & Caribbean nationalities are encouraged to apply

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

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

Caleb Ebrahim

cebrahim@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

Finance, Fintech & IT

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:

The role of the position holder will be to process payments and accounting transactions within the accounting function and support the preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements for review and finalisation of the Senior Manager-Finance and the Chief Finance Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing payments;
• Reconcile all accounts payable activities to ensure that payments to suppliers and creditors are made on time and in line with laid down procedures;
• Assist in managing master file information (for vendors) in the accounting system by capturing, maintaining and updating master data in an accurate manner in accordance with the bank’s applicable policies and procedure;
• Assist in following up to ensure proper allocation of expenses to cost centres;
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules;
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers;
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle;
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports;
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise;
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding;
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests;
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management;
• Assist in the financial close process;
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management;
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s;
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules;
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers;
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle;
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports;
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise;
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding;
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests;
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management;
• Assist in the financial close process;
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management;
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s;
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.

Additional duties may be assigned from time to time:

• Initiate and support the implementation of any enhancements to the SAP, Quantum Treasury Management System and/or Finacle systems, or any other accounting system that may be in use from time to time, from a financial cycle perspective, to improve the efficiency of processes, effectiveness of systems and controls and the usefulness of financial information for making informed decisions;
• Ensure a continuous improvement to financial processes through appropriate scoping, identifying required upgrades and ensuring properly managed enhancement as may be required by the needs of specific projects throughout the Bank e.g. reporting systems to fit particular Bank products;
• Work alongside the Core Banking ERP systems Consultants to ensure that accounting controls within the system are working well, that all users are trained, putting in place procedures to overcome routine problems and to ensure the ongoing integrity and unbroken flow of required data within the system;
• Assist in preparation of interim financial statements;
• Any other duties may be assigned by senior management.

Compliance Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably
• Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
• Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill   

• A good first degree and completion of a certified accounting qualification is a requirement. A Master’s degree in a relevant feild. 
• Sound relevant experience of at least 3 years within one of the Big Four Accounting firms or in a similar role elsewhere and demonstrable knowledge of IFRS and related accounting rules is a must. Exposure to the Banking or financial services industry whilst with the accounting firm is an added advantage;
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or French.
• Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage;
• Proven experience in ERP systems, especially SAP and/or Finacle;
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives;

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency: Qualified and experienced post-graduate. Team collaboration and independent task performance skill required.
• Leadership: Where relevant, actively contributes to the coordination and supervision of activities of junior colleagues, including allocating work, following up on task completion and dealing with day-to- day staff management issues. Supports in the upskilling of junior colleagues by identifying learning opportunities, mentoring, providing basic technical guidance and inputting to the preparation and delivering of training.
• Interpersonal Skills: Builds and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels and (where relevant) external counterparts. Offers professional advice, opinions and recommendations, in order to support decision making within the team. Articulates information clearly and provides instruction to support effective allocation and completion of tasks at a junior level.
• Problem Solving & Business Impact: Solves non-routine problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information (both internal and external), technical knowledge and previous experience. Impacts own area and own function (to a limited extent) through knowledge sharing and providing basic technical advice.
• Supporting Afreximbank Mandate: Has a good understanding of Afreximbank Group’s values and mission and some knowledge of Afreximbank Group’s products and services and how own area fits in the wider business. Has some knowledge of the political, economic and trade landscape in which Afreximbank Group operates and is able to comfortably talk about major historical and current affairs developments on the Continent and the African diaspora internally.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Harare, Zimbabwe
• 1-year renewable contract position

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@cablobalint.com

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

Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

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:

The role of the position holder will be to process payments and accounting transactions within the accounting function and support the preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements for review and finalisation of the Senior Manager-Finance and the Chief Finance Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing payments;
• Reconcile all accounts payable activities to ensure that payments to suppliers and creditors are made on time and in line with laid down procedures;
• Assist in managing master file information (for vendors) in the accounting system by capturing, maintaining and updating master data in an accurate manner in accordance with the bank’s applicable policies and procedure;
• Assist in following up to ensure proper allocation of expenses to cost centres;
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules;
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers;
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle;
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports;
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise;
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding;
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests;
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management;
• Assist in the financial close process;
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management;
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s;
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.
• Assist in preparing monthly expense analysis schedules;
• Assist in reviewing the settlement of advance payments to suppliers;
• Review the branches' monthly expenses and post the accounting entries related in SAP and Finacle;
• Review all branch related accounting returns for accuracy and internal control purposes and producing the required reports;
• Responsible for the recording of daily transactions relating to operating expenses and fixed assets and any other accounting entries that may arise;
• Responsible for ensuring that only valid and correct payments requests are processed on a daily basis. Assist in checking and reviewing all financial payments and receipts by verifying the supporting documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, and proper coding;
• Assist in preparing relevant files for internal and external audit purposes and fulfilling audit documentation requests;
• Assist in preparing different reports as requested by management;
• Assist in the financial close process;
• Responsible for petty cash reconciliation and management;
• Assist in providing the required reports and analysis required in monthly risk reporting for KRI’s;
• Assist in identifying risk incidents where applicable, thereby alerting risk champions on a regular basis.

Additional duties may be assigned from time to time:

• Initiate and support the implementation of any enhancements to the SAP, Quantum Treasury Management System and/or Finacle systems, or any other accounting system that may be in use from time to time, from a financial cycle perspective, to improve the efficiency of processes, effectiveness of systems and controls and the usefulness of financial information for making informed decisions;
• Ensure a continuous improvement to financial processes through appropriate scoping, identifying required upgrades and ensuring properly managed enhancement as may be required by the needs of specific projects throughout the Bank e.g. reporting systems to fit particular Bank products;
• Work alongside the Core Banking ERP systems Consultants to ensure that accounting controls within the system are working well, that all users are trained, putting in place procedures to overcome routine problems and to ensure the ongoing integrity and unbroken flow of required data within the system;
• Assist in preparation of interim financial statements;
• Any other duties may be assigned by senior management.

Compliance Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures, notably
• Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
• Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A good first degree and completion of a certified accounting qualification is a requirement. A Master’s degree in a relevant field. 
• Sound relevant experience of at least 3 years within one of the Big Four Accounting firms or in a similar role elsewhere and demonstrable knowledge of IFRS and related accounting rules is a must. Exposure to the Banking or financial services industry whilst with the accounting firm is an added advantage;
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or French.
• Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage;
• Proven experience in ERP systems, especially SAP and/or Finacle;
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives;

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Proficiency: Qualified and experienced post-graduate. Team collaboration and independent task performance skill required.
• Leadership: Where relevant, actively contributes to the coordination and supervision of activities of junior colleagues, including allocating work, following up on task completion and dealing with day-to- day staff management issues. Supports in the upskilling of junior colleagues by identifying learning opportunities, mentoring, providing basic technical guidance and inputting to the preparation and delivering of training.
• Interpersonal Skills: Builds and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels and (where relevant) external counterparts. Offers professional advice, opinions and recommendations, in order to support decision making within the team. Articulates information clearly and provides instruction to support effective allocation and completion of tasks at a junior level.
• Problem Solving & Business Impact: Solves non-routine problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information (both internal and external), technical knowledge and previous experience. Impacts own area and own function (to a limited extent) through knowledge sharing and providing basic technical advice.
• Supporting Afreximbank Mandate: Has a good understanding of Afreximbank Group’s values and mission and some knowledge of Afreximbank Group’s products and services and how own area fits in the wider business. Has some knowledge of the political, economic and trade landscape in which Afreximbank Group operates and is able to comfortably talk about major historical and current affairs developments on the Continent and the African diaspora internally.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Kamapala, Uganda
• 1-year renewable Contract position 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@cablobalint.com

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

Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

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.

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.
 

Reference Number: SRBLR-EXDE-ADV-001

Responsibilities:

Export Advisory to facilitate Industrialization and Export Development

• Support the execution of Export Diversification Advisory mandates signed by the Bank to support states and organizations in export diversification and industrialization efforts
• Provide advisory services to member states in the formulation of national industrialization and export development policies as well as creating programmes to develop and promote the competitiveness of national exports (goods and services) in global markets, including the utilization of trade preferences;
• Assist national Governments and export development agencies/institutions in the design and implementation of national export development/industrialization programmes/initiatives;
• Support the Design and Implementation of Country Export Development Programs in line with the Industrialization and Export Development Strategy of the Bank;
• Support the development, coordination and implementation of export and trade related policies and programs

Support on Special Initiatives

• Support the implementation of special initiatives, projects/programmes that relate to industrialization and export development.
• Support the implementation and negotiation of some of the policies and regulations that promote these initiatives as determined by the Head of Department.
• Work with relevant departments to develop and obtain approvals on concept notes and papers which promote industrial development across the continent.

Capacity Building, Policy Advocacy and Strategic Partnership

• Design and implement mechanisms for building capacity of African public and private stakeholders on industrialization and export development including the organization of workshops and seminars.
• Forge strategic institutional and international partnerships relevant to the delivery of the industrialization and export development strategy of the Bank. In particular, such partnerships should aim at mobilizing funding and technical assistance towards the development and participation of SMEs in national, regional and global value supply chains and other Bank priorities.

Others

• Support the Branding, Marketing and Communication of the Industrialization and Export Development Programme as contemplated in the Bank’s Strategic document.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Management of Afreximbank.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• First and Master’s graduate degrees in either International Economic, International Marketing, International Trade, or International Business or related degree
• Sound experience of at least 8 years in policy analysis including deep knowledge of all aspects of  industrialization, trade and economic integration
• Relevant experience in supporting countries on export development and industrialization strategies  
• Extensive experience in working with public institutions, international development agencies and substantive exposure to international trade and export-related projects
• Strong experience in project management, including in formulation, implementation and monitoring linked to international trade
• Knowledge of the African economic, political and social context
• Excellent writing and communications skills in French and English; and
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt.
• 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

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

Shearidan Rabsch

Recruitment Manager – Banking and Finance | Africa

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 banking client in Mauritius are seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Financial Institutions to lead our FI division within our Corporate & Investment Banking unit. This role will involve managing relationships with key financial institutions, developing strategic partnerships, and driving growth initiatives that enhance our service offerings in our target market. The incumbent will be responsible for growing/optimizing business levels transacted with Correspondent Banks and advising the Bank on any events occurring within correspondent network, which might impact the Bank’s business and service delivery.

Responsibilities:

 Strategic Planning and Analysis

• Establish, Manage, and promote cordial relationships with Foreign Correspondent Banks, Local Commercial banks, Non-bank Financial Institutions, and Development Financial Institutions to facilitate seamless trade finance transactions.

Project Management

• Negotiate lines of Credit with Foreign Financial Institutions.
• Develop, promote, and support growth of the bank business in the international circles through Correspondence relationship.
• Extend lines of credit to local financial institutions in the regions that we are present.

Operational Support

• Ensure compliance to Bank Operational Risk Policy, Anti-Money Laundering Prevention policy and other relevant policies.
• Cooperate with the Money Laundering Prevention Officers (Unit, Business, and Country) to ensure compliance to internal and external controls and procedures for money laundering prevention.

Stakeholder Management

• Project professional business image and promote and uphold the bank's values.
• Nurture business relationship with external customers and ensure timely delivery of service.

Financial Oversight

• Acquire and build business relationship with new customers and maintain good relationship with existing ones.
• Achieve contracted growth in liabilities, net income, non-interest income and new customer acquisitions.

Customer Relationship Management

• Cross-Sell products to maximize business from each connection.
• Bring about innovative ideas and products in par with market conditions.
• Analyse market data and trends to determine/identify customers need in term of products and services to build the appropriate Customer Value Proposition.
• Log Customer complaints received at the CEO’s office level and follow up on resolution and progress.
• Managing Multilateral and Regional Development Financial Institutions.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

Key Requirements

• (MBA) with specialization in Banking/ Finance/ Accounting or any related field.
• Hold over 5 years in mainstream Product development and Product lifecycle Management of banking solutions (Corporate banking product involvement will be an added advantage).
• Experience working in corporate business environment and managing Financial Institutions in Anglophone and Francophone Africa.
• Managing Multilateral and Regional Development Financial Institutions.

Key Skills and Competencies Skills

• Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Ability to evaluate complex data and develop long-term strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Leadership and Influence: Proven capability to inspire teams and foster accountability while driving engagement.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Skilled in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions that support organizational success.
• Relationship Management: Expertise in building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships to ensure collaboration.
• Financial Analysis: In-depth knowledge of financial metrics and analysis for informed decision-making.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and adjust strategies to changing circumstances.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills in both English and French, facilitating effective collaboration across all organizational levels.
• Detail-Oriented and Methodical: Rigorous approach to tasks with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all outputs.

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

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.

Afreximbank: Assistant Manager, Settlement & Operations (PAPSS) – Cairo, Egypt

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.
 
Reference Number: MTSO11

Responsibilities: 

• The candidate must have a detailed real-world understanding of Retail payment systems gained in a bank or similar financial institution such as Switches and Payment Service Provider (PSPs) with vast experience in instant payments.
• The chosen candidate will be responsible for daily supervision of PAPSS Operations, Settlement activities and Reconciliations of PAPSS Vostro accounts with the commercial banks and central banks. Engagement of all PAPSS participants (Banks, switches & PSPs), ensuring timely resolution of PAPSS operational issues.

• PAPSS Reconciliations and Investigations:
  • Responsible for all PAPSS settlement Vostro reconciliations daily.
  • Daily reconciliation of PAPSS Marketplace bank accounts and other general Vostro administration functions.
  • Responsible for the investigation and resolution of any claims or queries relating to the PAPSS participants' activities on the Instant Payment System, Marketplace and any other PAPSS Products.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all matters are closed and highlighted in the PAPSS end-of-day report
  • Ensuring smooth, timely and hitch-free participants funding of PAPSS settlement accounts.

• PAPSS Reporting, Team management and Communication:
  • Providing periodic PAPSS Settlement reporting to Manager Operations as and when required.
  • Responsible for maintaining effective communication channels with participating entities, Afreximbank Treasury and colleagues including Senior PAPSS Management on matters that relate to PAPSS settlement activities
  • Daily processing & control of related financial transactions (inward/outward) in accordance with documented procedures.
  • Ensure all payments and settlements are made on time in accordance with local cut-off times and documented procedures.
  • Accurate tracking and settlement of client instructions within defined SLA.
  • Manage and control all incoming participant queries and provide a holding response within SLA.
  • PAPSS Instant Payment System Settlement Data Ownership and Custody.
  • Monitor and report daily position of participants' settlement LCY accounts in PAPSS.
  • Daily verification, matching of all clearing, Nostro and settlement accounts in PAPSS.
  • Preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations reports for management.
  • Review PAPSS operations and ensure compliance with policies and procedures and country regulatory requirements.
  • Provide support on audit issues pertaining to PAPSS operations, including management response, follow up, correction and reporting.

• Compliance Responsibilities:
  • Understand and adhere to the PAPSS/Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures.
  • Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities or matters relating to the Bank’s staff or the customers to the Compliance Department.
  • Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill
 

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Banking or financial management.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in Operations, Settlement, Payment & Reconciliation department of a bank or fintech with a strong focus on cross border Payment for trade & services, preferably at a regional or continental level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Another language such as French or Arabic is an added advantage.
• Operational experience in a financial department with significant systems exposure.
• Excellent and demonstrated knowledge of messaging standards (eg, MT202, MT210, MT103 etc).
• Excellent and demonstrated knowledge of ISO 20022 MX messaging (eg. PACS.008, PACS.003 etc).
• Sound knowledge of banking operations, procedures, confidence working with numbers, confidentiality and integrity, teamwork, organization, and decision making.
• Excellent Knowledge of trade products and procedures like LC, LG, documentary collections etc.
• Proficiency level: use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, ReconArt etc

Afreximbank’s Core Values:

• • Commitment to Africa and supporting the emancipation and empowerment of Africans
  • Uncompromising integrity
  • Passion for Learning and Drive
  • Teamwork
  • Trust and Respect for the Individual
  • Innovation, Excellence and Flexibility
  • Professionalism and Responsiveness

Contractual information:
 

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo for the opportunity.
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African nationalities are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com  

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

Matthew Taylor

mataylor@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

Finance, Fintech & IT

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.

Reference Number: JABLR035

Nature & Scope

The main purpose of the role is providing expert technical specialism in the field of commodities and the associated trade financing, primarily focused on post approval facility administering and transactional risk management for commodity sector clients.

The position holder will support the implementation of a commodity transactional risk management capability within Loan Administration based on market best practice covering the operations, monitoring, quality and control of security and collateral within each transaction. The role holder will be predominantly concerned with transactional rigour, integrity and associated collateral management (i.e. assessing if an individual transaction under an approved facility fits with the terms of the approval and documentation).

The role holder will be an integral part of deal teams working closely with Origination and Product teams in originating and structuring bespoke complex commodity financing and structured trade transactions.

Responsibilities: 

1) Facility Setup

• Work closely with Client Relations and Product teams throughout a deal lifecycle providing feedback and recommendations on facility structures and any concerns on monitoring as outlined in pre-assessment and credit assessment memos
• Work with the documentation and collateral management team to ensure the operational and risk terms of the transaction and its documentation are appropriate to the needs of the customer, credit sanction, legal environment and market best practice
• Review draft facility and legal documentation and ensure alignment with approved credit memos, and that any operating challenges are highlighted and whether any further clauses need to be inserted
• Certify compliance with all pre-disbursement conditions, ensure all facility related accounts are held and limits setup on transactional processing systems as appropriate.

2) Facility Management:

• Management of clients’ positions, monitoring and controlling the taking up of acceptable security and its progression throughout the life of a transaction, from initiation to final repayment.
• Ensuring at all times that the security (quality, value and changes) are in accordance with the terms of the facility approvals and agreements. 
• The role requires the incumbent to be able to assess high value collateral valuations from market data and market knowledge and to be able to ascertain whether judgements on source are fit for purpose

3) Management Information (MI) & Reporting:

• Prepare appropriate reports to management on the bank’s “commodities” portfolio ensuring exposure is always within risk appetite and supporting the early identification of potential issues in the portfolio

4) Compliance Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the Bank's AML, Regulatory and Conduct Compliance policies and procedures
• Complete the Annual Compliance Training/Assessment.
• Screen and identify any adverse reports or compliance issues that may impact the Bank's relationships with customers and business counterparties.
• Refer all suspicions and compliance concerns related to the Bank’s staff, customers and business relationships to the Compliance Department

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computing, science and mathematics, business administration, banking or finance from a recognized University plus a post graduate degree in a relevant field
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Banking or Finance from a recognized university. 
• A professional qualification in the Banking will be an advantage
• At least 5 years with a reputable banking organization or commodity trading house with proven knowledge and understanding of best market practice in transactional risk management and operations of commodities financing

Afreximbank’s Core Values:

• Commitment to Africa and supporting the emancipation and empowerment of Africans
• Uncompromising integrity
• Passion for Learning and Drive
• Teamwork
• Trust and Respect for the Individual
• Innovation, Excellence and Flexibility
• Professionalism and Responsivenes

Contractual information:

• Permanent
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

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

CA Global Finance 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.

Jamie Adams

jadams@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

CA Banking, IT, Insurance, Legal & Finance

Principal Responsibilities

The Paralegal will work under the general supervision of the Principal Counsel – Transactions and the Principal Counsel – Administration and Governance. The Paralegal will collaborate closely with all colleagues in the Legal Department.

The following, inter alia, are the responsibilities of the Legal Department’s Paralegal:

Administration and Governance

• Organize all Board materials for distribution to the Board;
• Manage the translation of, and ensuring the quality of (by personally reviewing) all Board and GSM materials and all other documents required by the Legal Department;
• Complete French translations of all communications to the Board and all other written communications from the General Counsel that requires translation;
• Maintain the corporate records, including final Board and shareholder meeting minutes, policies, resolutions and other final documents;
• In collaboration with the General Counsel’s Executive Assistant, manage the approvals and payments of Legal Department invoices;
• Draft Secretary Certificates and prepare KYC documents for Corporate Secretary execution;
• Draft/review basic legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, service contracts, resolutions, correspondence, internal memos and amendments to legal agreements under the direction of the relevant counsel;
• Conduct research, analyse and summarize findings to assist in the decision-making process;
• Maintain a filing system and library of all legal department documents, including templates;
• Maintain a library of all legal documents executed by the organisation;
• Complete various administrative tasks, such as preparing routine correspondence, managing the filing of official Legal Department correspondence; and maintaining relevant legal knowledge management files.
• Assist the Legal Administrative Support in providing any required administrative support to the Team

Transactions

• Draft/review basic legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, memoranda of understanding, waivers and amendments to various legal documents under the direction of counsel.
• Manage conditions precedent, including drafting closing checklists, reviewing condition precedent documents;
• Compile closing binders and manage signing processes;
• Assist in managing external counsel, including retention, liaison between the Legal Department and external counsel on documentation processing, collating comments and generally facilitating the execution of transactions;
• Perform routine portfolio management tasks and other legal monitoring activities related to the organisations’s investment operations; and
• Conduct a variety of tasks under the direction of the Legal Department counsel relating to project preparation or implementation.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum of five years of paralegal experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task, manage time-sensitive documents and have exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment in a collaborative manner
• Familiarity with basic contracts and strong legal drafting and project management skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently

Location:

• The Paralegal will be based in Casablanca, Morocco.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@caglobalint.com

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Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

CA Global

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: CEBLR26

Job Description:

Our client is looking for an Analyst, who will, under supervision, will play a key role in the development, management and growth of the Financial Institutions business within their Financial Services division. The role will primarily involve business development towards asset generation, relationship management and portfolio risk management/monitoring. Other key areas of responsibilities are: strategy formulation, business planning, market & client research, due diligence, credit and investment analysis, technical writing, business performance tracking and reporting, and investment approval documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Deal Origination and Execution
• Support the development of new relationships with financial institutions across Africa with the objective of origination of trade finance and other loan transactions and the general expansion of their deal pipeline.
• Support the development of a marketing strategy for their Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit
• Lead / participate in the investment appraisal process including the preparation of investment memoranda, relevant research, approval memos, facility renewal memos, financial modelling and analysis, risk assessments, etc.
• Negotiate risk fees and appropriately price transactions.
• Assist with the development and update of standard documents such as term sheets, facility agreements, etc. Work hand in hand with the legal department to review to closure the legal documentation pertaining to transactions being pursued by the unit.
• Relationship Management
• Maintain solid professional relationships with existing and potential banking and non-banking financial institution clients, partners and other stakeholders.
• Lead due diligence efforts (KYC, AML, Sanctions, ABC) on current and prospective clients and partners.
• Engage actively in fund raising activities for the business unit.
• Monitor and manage credit lines for existing obligors.
• Ensure optimization of credit allocation by balancing deal opportunities with risk-return requirements.
• Identify requirements for new credit allocations (depending on business objectives, client requirements and risk appetite) and initiate discussions with the Credit Risk Officer to put the same in place
• Monitor existing trade finance portfolio as required.
• Ensure compliance with the Corporation’s credit policies to minimize the incidence of bad and/ or non-performing loans.
• Strategy
• Assist in the development and implementation of the strategy and business development plan for the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders including Finance, Risk, Operations, etc. to ensure strategy is achievable and in line with organizational/corporate objectives
• Support organizational review and tracking of corporate objectives by developing and providing regular reports (in a suitable format) to the relevant units
• In conjunction with Finance, support business planning and analysis for the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit, including preparation of revenue and asset forecasts
• Assist in the review, planning and implementation of the units credit risk allocation requirements in light of the unit’s revenue objectives Loan Syndication
• Develop presentations and proposals to potential clients for syndicated Mandated Lead Arranger (MLA) roles.
• Assist in building competitive deal structures and pricing in line with AFC’s risk return models.
• Prepare syndication materials and loan placement documents including PIM
• Lead and participate in any financial institution or syndication related initiatives within the Corporation. Market Intelligence and specialist knowledge
• Keep abreast of external and internal trends and developments relating to Financial Instutitions products from a DFI perspective and demonstrate understanding of their applicability to the business of the Corporation.
• Assist in developing effective proactive responses to key trends to ensure that the Corporation’s interest is protected at all times.
• Contribute specialist knowledge during all phases of product development and ongoing product management activities.
• Ad-Hoc
• Manage any operational risk aspects pertaining to the Financial Institutions and Trade Finance unit
• Manage Risk and Control Self Assessment (RCSA) for the Financial Services division
• Represent the business unit head at all meetings when required
• Manage unit expenses in line with expense management policy and other policy guidelines issued from time to time
• Carry out additional ad-hoc duties from time to time

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Proven experience in managing trade finance transactions for Financial Institutions and Corporate clients

• Extensive FI client base across Africa.
• Up to date knowledge of documentary credits
• Proven experience in managing syndicated loans
• Advanced financial modelling skills
• Excellent knowledge of Financial Institutions sector credit analysis.
• Sound relationship management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of structuring and execution of transactions.
• Superior communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with, and lead, cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry issues.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Experience and knowledge of dealings with International Financial institutions.
• Deep knowledge of environmental and social issues in deal origination and execution.
• Attributes
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Must be able to manage a wide variety of tasks and requests competently on a daily basis
• Flexibility and ability to work with limited supervision. A self starter, able to assume the initiative following basic leads provided by senior colleagues and team members
• Strong team work capabilities, and able to work seamlessly with staff within the Division and across the Corporation. Willingness to support other staff to achieve corporate goals
• High level of creativity and capacity to develop innovative ideas or work with other team members of build up transaction ideas for onward marketing to clients
• Ability to manage multiple business priorities within a regularly changing landscape. Able to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines regularly Knowledge
• Experience in financial analysis, financial models, financial projections, and basic infrastructure project review knowledge.
• Good knowledge of financial products, including: project and structured debt, private equity, mezzanine, treasury, capital markets, guarantees and project development
• Basic credit and investment review capacity.
• Good market knowledge of the investment sector in Africa generally, and the infrastructure segment specifically, with basic knowledge of the key markets, sponsors and competitors
• Strong research skills, with a clear capacity to develop research material using publicly available information, and by leveraging various networks and internal resources available
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry trends in Infrastructure space
• Number of new FI relationships successfully onboarded
• Number of credit limit applications successfully approved and limits created
• Quality of research on investment deals.
• Quality of output with a key focus on timeliness and accuracy of financial analyses
• Education
• A strong first degree in engineering/economics/finance from a recognised university
• Relevant advanced degree e.g. Masters Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Investment or a related field of study is an added advantage
• Relevant certifications related to finance and/ or project management Experience
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Relevant certifications related to finance and/ or project management is an added advantage. Language
• Solid communication and writing skills in French/Arabic/Portuguese is mandatory in addition to English Others
• Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice

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.

Reference Number: SFBLR46

Responsibilities:

• The role holder will be responsible for conducting assigned internal audit projects in line with approved annual risk- based internal audit plans for Afreximbank covering human resources management, board secretariat and corporate legal services management, enterprise risk management processes, related strategic initiatives, etc.
• Undertaking the planning of specific assignments, executing and concluding fieldwork within set timeframes, and reporting of audit findings and observations using approved audit methodology and consistent with international internal audit standards.
• Maintain quality work paper documentations that adequately support audit findings and conclusions.
• Liaise with clients at all stages of the audit to ensure there are no surprises and manage the presentation of audit findings to stakeholders with a view to obtaining necessary buy in, including management responses and commitment to agreed action plans.
• Propose recommendations to address the established root cause of audit findings to the management and follow up on implementation of agreed management action plans.
• Provide expertise in subject areas to help advise management on risks and controls, emerging risks, and international best practices.
• Assist the head of Internal Audit with other assignments including involvement in the development of internal audit policies, working tools and practices.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or related fields from a recognized University.
• Relevant professional qualifications in Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management, Compliance, Forensics Accounting, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Marketing such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA, CRA, CFE, CFA, etc.
• Minimum of 8 years internal audit experience, preferably in development finance institutions or consulting in the sub- sector.
• Experience in auditing structured trade finance, development finance, project and infrastructure financing, and risk bearing (guarantees and credit insurance) deals is required.
• Demonstrable understanding of Risk-Based Internal Audit (RBIA), risk management principles and corporate governance practices and frameworks.
• Strong analytical skill is required, including conducting audit in an automated environment with demonstrable proficiency in using both core audit applications and data analytical tools.

Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo for the opportunity.

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

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: CDTBLR-PPU-002

Nature & Scope:

The role of the position holder will be to participate in drawing up annual business development plans, developing pipeline of viable projects with a focus on transactions that promote Intra-African Trade, Industrialization and Export Development activities. The holder of this position will work alongside the Client Relations teams to implement these plans with support from the Head of Project Preparation. The selected candidate will focus on developing high-quality development projects with a focus on Anglophone countries.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess project development and investment opportunities based on country and sector strategies and market creation potential.
• Develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities through proactive origination/business development and developing and employing sector/country knowledge. 
• Lead project development initiatives, which includes the development and assessment of prefeasibility and feasibility studies, design of new business models, bankability assessment and implementation plans for development projects that lead to Afreximbank investments.
• Conduct sector-specific data analysis and stress-testing of various operating models to help generate ideas for new projects, new products and platform businesses.
• Design and implement scalable solutions and platforms that can be replicated across markets.
• Spot game-changing trends, technologies and business models that can bring solutions to member countries.
• Supervise the production of regular reports on the assigned project portfolio including monitoring progress against project milestones and KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and form partnerships with staff across Afreximbank, sponsors, clients and other external parties to enable delivery of projects.
• Help build external recognition of Afreximbank’s distinctive capabilities in working in project development to catalyze greater flow of investment opportunities in the sector.
• Work with the Head of Project Preparation to mobilize third-party capital.
• From time to time and depending on workload and team needs, execute viable investment transactions in priority sectors (due-diligence, valuation, financial analysis, transaction structuring, documentation, negotiations etc.) that maximize development impact.
• Any other duties as assigned by senior management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A first degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering and post graduate degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, or another relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in the project and infrastructure finance sector, with a proven track record in project development preparing feasibility studies, financial models, hands-on advisory and/or consulting functions, or in an investment related function, developing and closing deals.
• Strong, demonstrated understanding and proven hands-on experience in at least one of the following sectors: energy, transport and logistics, healthcare, agro-processing, light manufacturing, heavy industry, ICT, hospitality and tourism.
• Regional knowledge of countries and understanding of infrastructure challenges faced by countries within the continent will be a plus.
• Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, financial and technical partners as well as senior government officials.
• Genuine commitment to development and to Afreximbank’s mission, strategy, and values.
• Capacity to innovate and challenge the status quo. Proven track record in new idea generation, business development, and creating projects/programs from scratch.
• Experience in monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of projects/programs/initiatives.
• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills; demonstrated ability to synthetize complex information and make concrete strategic and tactical recommendations.
• Excellent people skills, openness to feedback, new ideas, and ability to guide, and motivate others.
• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work long hours where required in order to achieve the Bank's objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo, Egypt.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

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

Chalden Du Toit

Recruitment Consultant – Banking and Finance | Africa

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.

Afreximbank: Manager, Business Support, Banking Operations – Cairo, Egypt

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.
 
Reference Number: MTAFX10

Responsibilities: 

• The role of the position holder will be to initiate and be responsible for the timely implementation of Banking Operations (BAOP) related business initiatives aligned with the Bank’s strategy and within a robust governance framework. The job holder leads the development, maintenance and implementation of appropriate policies and processes across BAOP functions in line with the Bank’s Risk Management Policies and Procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and minimizing operational risks. The job holder will also implement a first line risk control function across the various units of Banking Operations. The job holder is expected the implement professional MI & analytics capabilities for the delivery of detailed banking activity related insights to executive management and all areas of the Bank and ensure a consistently positive service experience for the Bank’s customers and other internal stakeholders. The role holder will also provide day to day guidance and supervision of other level staff supporting the delivery of the function’s objectives
• Provide governance structure and framework for BAOP change initiatives and projects, create and maintain business project catalogue
• Oversee implementation of BAOP business change initiatives, and coordinate interaction with other functions on initiatives and projects impacting BAOP, both IT and non-IT related
• Communicate to relevant stakeholders on project objectives, schedule and progress to ensure ongoing buy-in
• Provide governance structure and framework for policy and process management and establish an ongoing continuous improved culture across BAOP
• Create and maintain business policy and process catalogue and manage implementation of policy and process changes across BAOP
• Undertake capacity planning for BAOP, utilizing MI & Analytic capabilities to understand business performance and efficiency as well as working with other BAOP units to identify process and capacity issues
• Implement a strong first line of defence risk culture across Banking Operations
• Maintain and execute the Bank’s Operational Risk Framework in BAOP including:
  • Risk and control assessments
  • Internal control monitoring activities, including control testing
  • Operational risk incident analysis and reporting
• Liaise with RIMA and INAU on BAOP operational controls to understand and address any control deficiencies
• Provide input to all BAOP units on the required degree and effectiveness of operational controls in relation to internal and external standards
• Oversee the MI & Analytics function, ensuring objectives as outlined are delivered
• Provide a manufacturing capability for data analysis and reporting, enabling other functions in the Bank to make informed decisions with enhanced business intelligence
• Provides a framework for leveraging data for tactical and strategic decisions by transforming data into analytical and operational reports
• Responsible for conducting periodic audits to ensure reporting capabilities are aligned to business and stakeholder requirements
• Communicate business performance and associated metrics to executive management

Requirements: Qualification and Skill
 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computing, science and mathematics, banking or finance from a recognized University plus a post graduate degree in a relevant field;
• A professional qualification in the Banking will be an advantage
• At least 8 years with a reputable banking organization in analytics, MIS, business management, strategy implementation and project/ change management roles. Experience in credit administration, trade finance processes and back-office operations will be a positive differentiator.
• Must demonstrate experience and knowledge of operating in a fairly complex banking environment with proven knowledge and understanding of best market practice in banking operations management

Contractual information:

• Permanent.
• Willing and able to relocate to Cairo for the opportunity.
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African nationalities are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com  

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

Matthew Taylor

mataylor@caglobalint.com

Recruitment Consultant

Finance, Fintech & IT

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

Nature & Scope:

The Group Payroll & HR Administrator will report to the Head of Human Capital Administration and be responsible for managing payroll data for 18 companies across 8 African countries. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll management, compliance with local regulations, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, verify, compile and distribute employee payroll data for 18 different companies, in 8 different African countries.
• Calculate and process weekly and monthly payroll changes timeously and align with the Payroll Bureau’s Service Level Agreement (“SLA”).
• Process new appointments, terminations, promotions, salary adjustments and medical aid amendments monthly.
• Ensure in-country Human Resource (“HR”) Representatives adhere to payroll calendars and deadlines.
• Liaise with in-country HR Representatives, management, staff and third parties on payroll queries and provide regular feedback.
• Validate variance reports to ensure accuracy of payroll and the understanding of payroll calculations. This will include doing payslip interpretations.
• Ensure the accountants receive salary funds requests timeously.
• Ensure monthly payroll journals are provided to the accountants timeously.
• Complete unemployment forms.
• Update and maintain leave database.
• Complete and submit quarterly STAT SA reports.
• Manage annual internal and external payroll auditing.
• Manage and maintain payroll and employee files electronically.
• Complete Wage Declaration Forms for most of the companies.
• Provide department heads with reports as and when required.
• Provide accountants with a monthly salary matrix headcount report.
• Ensure monthly statutory payments and submissions are processed timeously.
• Ensure payroll compliance standards are in alignment with local payroll regulations.
• Stay up to date with statutory payroll regulations and best practices in Africa.
• Liaise with service providers such as, but not limited to, bankers, auditors, pension & provident fund service providers, medical aid service providers and payroll bureau.
• Maintain suitable and adequate documentation of all work performed, with appropriate security and confidentiality safeguards.
• General day-to-day human resources administration.
• Assist with various administrative and operational issues.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Matric/Grade 12 is essential.
• A relevant Payroll or HR Qualification will be advantageous.

Experience / Background Preference

• The ideal candidate will have THREE to FIVE years’ working experience in payroll.
• Knowledge of Document Management Systems is essential.
• An understanding of payroll processes is essential.
• Basic knowledge of payroll related legislation which includes BCEA, UIF, Medical Aid and Pension
• Fund Regulations is essential.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles is essential.
• Microsoft Excel - Intermediate Level.
• A strong command of English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the job.

Key Competencies:

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

• Very strong administrative skills.
• A very strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively on all levels.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain a very high level of confidentiality.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to multitask while effectively managing timelines.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Very strict attention to detail.
• A very structured, organized and methodical manner of working.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to sbissoon@caglobalint.com.

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

Sahil Bissoon

Business Development and Recruitment Specialist

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.