Head – Transactional Banking & Specialised Finance Jobs – DFCU Bank
Job Title: Head- Transactional Banking & Specialised Finance
Organization: DFCU Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer
About DFCU Bank:
DFCU Bank is a rapidly growing commercial bank offering a variety of innovative products and services. Originally established by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) of the United Kingdom and the Government of Uganda through the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC), DFCU Limited has evolved into a leading financial institution in Uganda. With a mission to support long-term development projects, DFCU Bank provides tailored financial solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clientele.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer, the Head- Transactional Banking & Specialised Finance will provide leadership and direction to DFCU’s Transactional Banking & Specialized Products portfolio. The role involves actively participating in the development of the Corporate & Institutional Banking Division’s business plan and strategy, and subsequently developing a Transactional Banking Strategy to facilitate the delivery of agreed targets. This includes scaling the transactional banking business, driving digital platform utilization, developing competitive marketing plans and sales strategies, and ensuring risk and compliance management within the department.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Scale the Transactional Banking Business: Win in primary sectors through differentiated ecosystem offering.
- Drive up digital platform utilization among Transactional Banking customers by collaborating with colleagues in Technology & Operations.
- Lead the development & implementation of competitive Marketing Plans and Sales Strategies to grow DFCU’s Transactional Banking Business and drive-up revenues.
- Actively update and monitor the deal pipeline for growth and measure impact and value derived from the revenue center.
- Empower Relationship Managers to cross-sell Trade and Cash Management products and other Transactional Banking products.
- Ensure risk and compliance management within the department and take responsibility for statutory compliance.
- Contribute towards the development and implementation of an innovation and digital-transformation strategy.
- Ensure the Department’s staff are effectively trained and equipped to deliver satisfactory customer experiences.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or Economics.
- MBA, related Masters, or professional Banking qualification preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a digital solutions environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
- Four years of experience in a leadership role leading teams in a related field.
- Experience in management of agents.
- Strong business acumen and understanding of various product solutions, segments, and value propositions.
- Demonstrated experience in structuring complex financial deals, negotiation, and sales closure.
- Deep understanding of risk management in financial services.
- Demonstrated ability to establish credible and sustainable relationships with stakeholders.
- Proficiency in computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation software.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates meeting the requirements should forward their application with a detailed CV, including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates (University Transcript, O & A level), to vacanciesbank@dfcugroup.com.
Deadline: 6th March 2024
Disclaimer: DFCU Bank does not solicit/accept payment in cash/kind from prospective candidates in exchange for shortlisting or job placement. Any candidate engaging in such transactions will be disqualified.