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 Senior Analyst; Client Origination (2 Positions)

Job Location: Head Office, Hq

Job Purpose:

To evaluate counter-party credit risks associated with Wholesale Banking lending at the client interface, with the primary objective to contain credit risk within acceptable parameters.
Also, He/she has the responsibility to develop and maintain close relationships with the broader lending, Structured Trade Finance and co-financier community with a view to facilitating the syndication and co-financing of sovereign (public sector) and non-sovereign (private sector) borrowing customers and originate and execute syndication and co-financing transactions across Wholesale Banking customers.

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Focus

• Provide direct (specialist/ professional) credit evaluation services at the customer interface and apprise client application timely within short Turn Around time.
• Identify credit and risk management requirements at the source of the deal negotiation/ business proposal.
• Conduct credit evaluation interviews during deal negotiation to obtain sufficient and appropriate information to evaluate business risk and deal viability, from a credit risk perspective.
• Decline non-viable deals at source, however, works in partnership with Head, Wholesale Client Origination, Relationship Managers and clients to identify alternatives that could bring deals/ proposals within risk acceptable parameters relative to profitability.
• Support other teams in department to develop high quality credit solutions to customers and recommend appropriate facilities in line with risk evaluation with the view of obtaining fast credit approval from credit decision maker.
• Present and defends own judgement and senior credit evaluations to clients in a manner which does not negatively affect the business relationship.
• Present and defend credit proposals to CREDCO& BCC to seek for their support.

Business Acumen and Market Understanding

• Identify, quantify and evaluate sources of risk in relation to profitability of business proposal and financial viability of the corporation as a whole; interrogates information obtained to gain a thorough understanding of business parameters which create profit/ value as well as the associated risks.
• Utilize industry risk analysis available to identify and understand contextual threats to existing and potential clients.
• Evaluate whether proposals meet sound business criteria and counter-party credit risk falls within acceptable parameters, and recommends appropriate business credit facilities, including terms or conditions of facilities.
• Prepare credit applications providing sound financial and business justification for deals/ proposals within acceptable risk parameters relative to the profitability.

Client Profitability and Risk Management

• Proactively and timely processing credit applications for existing facilities ensuring consistent, thorough and timely submission within agreed bank Turn Around Time.
• Detects and evaluates shifts or changes in key parameters in a business relationship or industry and evaluates the implications of such changes on continued business dealings.
• Analyze information received from client and the client’s performance.
• Establish reasons for risk exposure in excess of credit facilities; evaluate these in relation to business risk parameters.
• Monitors utilization in excess or arrears of credit facilities and assists Relationship Managers in managing the risk exposure.
• Review the correctness of data and information obtained including financials, Risk Grade & Risk Based Pricing calculations before sending for decision.
• Full compliance to legal and regulatory requirements and internal limits.

Relationship Building & Service Delivery

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Job Opportunity at NMB Bank PLC : Zone Systems Administrator

 Job Location :

Head Office, Hq

Job Purpose:

Perform daily maintenance, monitoring, and support of NMB working tools at Head Office and branches, quality assurance of work done by suppliers and service delivery that meet and exceed business and customers’ expectations (availability, recoverability, security and continuous improvement).

Main Responsibilities:

• The Zone Systems Administrator will be assigned a group of branches for which he/she will be responsible for
• Daily and scheduled maintenance of Branch user working tools ( Desktops, Laptops, Teller Printers, MFPs,
• Desktop Printers, Flatbed scanners, Cheques Scanners, CCTV gadgets, Agri-vouchers scanners, forex boards,
• Note Machines Counting, Sorting, Banding & Strapping Machines), Electric power systems (Generators,
• Uninterruptible Power Supply – UPS, Stabilizers, Inverters, Solar / Wind Power systems, etc.), Self Service terminals (Onsite & Offsite ATMs, Branch POS terminals, Merchant and Agents POS terminals, etc.).
• Perform daily morning checks for all the departments/branches within your area and resolve/escalate all the issues that require maintenance.
• Updating and maintenance of Asset Management database, current inventory, disposal process and managing the life cycle of branch working tools every six months.
• Resolution and closure of support working tools incidents and problems logged into Manage Engine from branches ensuring SLAs and customer expectations are met.
• Attendance of all planned maintenance activities such as preventive and corrective maintenance of working tools.
• Supervising Vendors (Quality Assurance) on-site when conducting planned and unplanned maintenance of working tools to ensure the quality of the completed job (good workmanship) at the shortest possible duration to avoid unnecessary delays at a minimum disruption of customer services and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensuring that daily, weekly, and monthly statistics, status reports, and graphical aids are completed and continually modified to meet the needs of the department.
• Providing first aid / basic troubleshooting training to two Branch IT Champions that will be identified at every branch.
• The Branch IT Champions will be the first contact points for Zone Systems Administrator regarding all
• ICT systems incidents and problems.
• Escalation and close follow-up with Second level support (respective Head Office ICT section), and 3rd level support (system vendors) for all branch IT systems incidents and problems which cannot be resolved by him/her.
• A daily follow-up to ensure that all PCs and laptops are protected with the latest NMB standard security controls i.e.
• Anti-Virus updates, Bitlocker and software patches.
• Planning and carrying out all his/her duties in the area (branch visits, etc.) in good order of priority and cost-effective manner.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Technical knowledge of banking IT systems used in branches.
• Ability to work in a fast-changing banking service environment.
• Ability to provide basic user training to branch staff.
• Ability to provide basic technical training to branch IT champions.
• Strong knowledge of Head Office working tools and other computer peripherals
• Commitment to the values of integrity, accountability, transparency, scientific rigour and drive
• Positive self-esteem, Confident, good oratory and communication skills.
• IT systems troubleshooting skills.
• Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies
• Time planning, organizing and logistics skills
• ICT Service Management skills (ITIL) will be added advantage
• Networking skills CCNA
• Ability to work on own initiative and be a self-starter, prioritizing work with minimum supervision and working under pressure.
• Technical interaction with vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Ability to present technical data in a comprehensive, yet clear manner.
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Ability to quickly understand new technologies’ benefits and how these may impact current business practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in ICT / engineering or related disciplines
• Certification in any IT systems (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, etc.) will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in banking IT systems support.

NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving gender balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job closing date : 08-Aug-2023

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Job Opportunity at NMB Bank PLC : Analyst; Card Finance

 NMB Bank PLC

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Analyst; Card Finance (1 Position(s))
Job Location :
Head Office, Hq

Job Purpose:

To ensure all scheme’s accounts are properly reconciled to avoid loss in revenue; including cost-saving initiatives and analysis of customer behaviour to maximize income while putting controls in place.

Main Responsibilities:

• Reconcile the general ledgers to consolidate cards’ revenues and expenses for profitability reporting and take corrective actions within a reasonable time.
• Reviewing all invoices raised by vendors/card schemes dealing with card business and initiating payments.
• Data analysis of network fees, cards revenues and expenses.
• Analysis of customer behaviour to identify new sources of revenue.
• Ensure the accuracy of card business dashboard for performance evaluations.
• Responsible for business cases on new and revamped products in the cards industry.
• Monitor internal accounts to follow up on targeted cards income and to identify abnormal losses and expenses.
• Guarantee compliance with network operations rules and regulations to avoid any penalty charges.
• Prepare reports for NMB Management Team, BOT, QOC and QMR for Visa and MasterCard respectively and submit them on time as per guidelines provided by NMB and card schemes.
• Master the accounting entries and profitability of card projects.
• Look at profitability as per different business lines and products.
• Provide support to the settlement and dispute teams.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of Banking operations and scheme card products.
• Advanced user of PowerPoint, Excel and reconciliation tools

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree/Advanced Diploma in Business Administration, Banking, Accounting
• Completed or ongoing CPA studies.
• Must have a minimum of 1-year working experience in the Card Payment Industry

NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender-balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job opening date: 28 Jul 2023
Job closing date: 11-Aug-2023

How to Apply:

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Senior Network Specialist - 2 Positions

NMB Bank PLC

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NMB Bank PLC

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Job Location: Head Office, Hq

Job Purpose:

Oversee and manage the enterprise Channels (LAN/WAN) infrastructure, as well as handle the administration and optimization of service providers' leased lines.
Day-to-day network projects and support enhancements, advanced troubleshooting and day-to-day optimizations and support of the bank’s Channels and LAN Network infrastructure segments.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain the bank's LAN and WAN infrastructure to ensure optimal network performance, availability, and security.
• Manage and support Service Providers leased lines, including monitoring bandwidth utilization, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and coordinating with vendors for timely issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand network requirements and design solutions that align with business needs.
• Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network performance and conduct regular performance analysis to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate enhancements.
• Troubleshoot network-related issues, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize network downtime and ensure service continuity.
• Evaluate and recommend network hardware, software, and services to optimize network infrastructure and support future growth.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, standard operating procedures, and configuration details.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT infrastructure, applications, and security teams, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of network solutions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to network infrastructure management.
• Provide periodic capacity & forecast planning statistics and regular reports to aid in management decisions.
• Enhance approaches and technical methods used by Networks team/NOC/Field Support for Branch Network support and troubleshooting techniques to ensure smooth branch business operations.
• Service Contract and SLA Management including bills validation and reconciliation.
• Responsible for knowledge sharing to Level 1 Support team & Network Specialists on solutions to un-documented issues.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of the bank’s products and operations
• Advanced knowledge of Network Support and troubleshooting
• In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, protocols, and standards.
• Advanced knowledge of Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers & Lightweight Access Points
• Advanced Knowledge of Network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Advanced Knowledge of telecommunications protocols and standards, voice and data infrastructure tools and services, QoS design and operation
• Advanced knowledge of Data Centre Network Technologies (DC Interconnect, Cisco Nexus, VPC, Cisco ACI, SAN, UCS, FI etc.)
• Knowledge of Collaboration Systems and Voice Technologies (E1s, SIP)
• Deep understanding of Enterprise Network and Cybersecurity Technologies (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS, route redistribution, loop prevention, etc.)
• Strong understanding of encryption technologies over wide area networks and the Internet (RA VPN, S2S VPN, FlexVPN, DMVPN)
• In-depth knowledge of Network Automation tools and Software Defined Networks (SDNs) including Cisco SD-Access, SD-WAN and ACI.
• Strong expertise in configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Strong expertise in configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• IT Service Management, Communication and Project Management skills
• Ability to work on initiative and be a self-starter, prioritizing work with minimum supervision.
• Committed to self-development and enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies
• Team player that motivates and educates other team members.
• Ability to manage network service providers, vendors, contractors, and others.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5 years) as a Network Specialist, Network Engineer, or similar role.
• Must have valid CCNP Enterprise.
• Other necessary Professional certifications include CCNP Security, PMP, ITILv3, PCNSE, Fortinet NSE,
• Checkpoint CCSA & CCSE, Radware, F5, Arista, AWS, Huawei, or Juniper certifications.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCIE, JNCIP) will be an advantage.
• Experience supporting Multi-vendor Networks (Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, Checkpoints, Fortinet, Radware, Arista, Huawei, Juniper, etc.)
• In-depth experience of Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS, SDWAN, ACI, WAN, VPN, Wired and Wireless LAN technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major routing protocols; specifically, BGP and OSPF.
• Experience in automation via Bash/shell scripting, Python programming or other languages
• In-depth experience with Network Automation tools and Software Defined Networks (SDNs) including Cisco SD-
• Access, SD-WAN and ACI.

NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender-balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

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