Job Title: Business Manager – TDO
Organisation: DFCU Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Technology, Digital & Operations Officer
About the Company:
DFCU Bank is a fast growing commercial bank offering a variety of innovative products and services. DFCU Limited was started by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) of the United Kingdom and the Government of Uganda through the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) under the name of Development Finance Company of Uganda Limited. Later restructuring brought in DEG (of Germany) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) as equal partners with CDC and UDC, each having a 25% stake in the company. Its objective was to support long-term development projects whose financing needs and risk did not appeal to the then existing financial commercial lending institutions.
Job Summary: Reporting to the Chief Technology, Digital & Operations Officer, the role holder will be responsible for providing day-to-day support to the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer to enable the Chief focus on key strategic issues and decisions. They will be key in leading and/or participating in strategic Technology Banking projects where required. Working closely with the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer, the role holder will also be responsible for planning, executing, and reviewing of the TDO strategy and provide general analytical, research and administrative support.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer with the formulation and articulation of the Digital strategy.
- Assist in waterfalling strategic decisions throughout the organization through presentations, events and internal communiques.
- Analyze financials, MIS, incoming documentation and highlight key matters/issues to the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer.
- Support the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer with the formulation and articulation of the Digital strategy.
- Assist in waterfalling strategic decisions throughout the organisation through presentations, events and internal communiques
- Analyze financials, MIS, incoming documentation and highlight key matters/issues to the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer.
- Track resolution of Issues from Combined Assurance units (Risk, Audit, Internal Controls)
- Periodically track performance against plans, and propose measures to address risks and challenges, through working with the TDO ManCo and the Management Information teams.
- Participate in forums, that require representation, under the mandate of the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer.
- Conduct internal/external research on subject matters as requested or required
- Work together with the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer and other designated Exco members in terms of internal and external communication processes.
- Prepare presentations and documentations as required by the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations officer.
- Provide administrative support to the Chief Technology, Digital and Operations Officer as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A University degree in business related fields.
- At least three to five years management experience in banking, or consulting or audit firm
- Project management and analytical skills
- Advanced knowledge of spread sheets like excel etc
- Advanced knowledge of Power Point
- Data Analytical and Visualization skills in order to surface insights.
- Financial analysis, planning and interpretation.
- Extensive knowledge of current and upcoming trends in the fast-changing world
- Excellent interpersonal skills & Presentation skills.
- Knowledge of the banking industry is an advantage but not essential
- People focused and networks easily.
- High EQ together with high levels of trust and good judgement
- Able to put structure and process to actions that involve multiple stakeholders.
- Task and action focused – finishes what they start.
- Quality and detail orientated.
- Comfortable and confident in terms of working with senior executives.
- Remains grounded and can handle stressful situations in a calm manner.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and leadership skills.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and within a dynamic team.
- Excellent networking skills.
- Ability to manage a complex workload and work to tight deadlines
How to Apply:
If you believe you meet the requirements as noted above, please forward your application with a detailed CV including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates, to the email address indicated below:
Deadline: 15th April 2025
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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