Job Vacancy For Chief Executive Officer

Nandom Rural Bank PLC, a reputable rural bank in the Upper West region, is looking for a dynamic, result-oriented and innovative individual to fill the vacant position of: Chief Executive Officer





Key Job Responsibilities





• Formulate policies and procedures for carrying out the work of the bank and implement decisions and strategies of the board


• Provide leadership and guidance for the bank, through co-ordination of activities of all the departments and agencies for the achievement of the objectives of the bank


• Co-ordinate the preparation of the Bank's strategic plan and budgets and ensure the efficient management of both human and physical resources to achieve organizational goals


• Accountable to board of Directors for the day-to-day management and administration of the operations of the bank


• Ensure the preparation and timely submission of accurate weekly, monthly and quarterly prudential returns and their timely submission to the Bank of Ghana, the ARB Apex Bank and other stakeholders


• Ensure compliance with the Banks and specialized deposit-taking institutions Act 2016 (Act 930), the ARB Apex Bank regulations, 2006 (LI 1825), companies Act 2019 (Act 992) and other relevant legislations and directives


• Establish linkages between the Bank of Ghana and ARB Apex Bank, as well as other financial institutions and external bodies


• Prepare and submit management reports and technical papers to the board for decision making


• Ensure a peaceful and harmonious industrial working environment





Qualification Required & Experience





• A minimum of a first degree in Banking, Accounting, Finance or a relevant discipline from a recognized university plus at least 10 years of work experience in the banking industry, with 5 years in senior management position





OR





• A professional qualification in ACIB, ICAG, ACCA or any relevant professional qualification plus at least 7 years of post qualification experience in banking with at least 4 years in senior management position


• Experience in a rural banking environment is highly preferred





Knowledge





• Excellent knowledge of the banking industry, trends and developments, including up-to-date knowledge of the regulatory frameworks


• Thorough knowledge of the operations and services of rural & community banks, including the operational risks related to RCBs


• Thorough knowledge of local banking legislations, including but not limited to the ARB Apex Bank LTD. regulations, 2006 (L.I 1825), Banks and specialized deposit-taking institutions Act, 2016 (Act 930), companies Act, 2019 (Act 992) etc


• Must have knowledge of core banking applications, especially the T24 R20 Banking software application





Skills





• Strategic leadership


• Networking, influencing and stakeholder management communications at all levels both internally and externally


• People management


• Problem solving and strong analytical and decision-making skills


• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications


• Drive, initiative, business acumen and result-oriented





Location: Upper West region