CLOSE: 15/06/2017
AB
Bank Rwanda Limited has been operating in Rwanda since January 2014. It is a
member of an international network of commercial banks providing banking
services to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and private i
Bank Rwanda Limited has been operating in Rwanda since January 2014. It is a
member of an international network of commercial banks providing banking
services to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and private i
ndividuals
in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Since the start of operations, AB Bank
Rwanda has been growing remarkably in number of clients and staff. To further
facilitate the growth of our client base and branch network we are now seeking
motivated professionals to join us. With this in mind, applicants will need to
demonstrate willingness to:
Rwanda has been growing remarkably in number of clients and staff. To further
facilitate the growth of our client base and branch network we are now seeking
motivated professionals to join us. With this in mind, applicants will need to
demonstrate willingness to:
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find
solutions for challenges in a changing market and work environment
find
solutions for challenges in a changing market and work environment
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contribute
to the growth of the bank
contribute
to the growth of the bank
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understanding
excellent customer service
understanding
excellent customer service
We are now seeking staff for the
position of Chief Information Officer:
position of Chief Information Officer:
Job
Description
Description
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The
Role of the CIO |
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The
CIO, as a member of the Senior Management, is responsible for developing, promoting and implementing the IT strategy of the Bank. The candidate recruited shall be able to translate, in a forward looking and strategic way, business requirements and business strategy into a strategy for technology and IT Operations. As such the CIO stands on the cross-roads of business and technology identify and arrange solutions to address the change and challenges arising of operations, targets and strategy. The objective of establishing this position is that IT becomes a competitive asset and provides solutions to processes that are vital to the functioning of the bank.
With the
Bank being a network bank of the AccessHolding of banks, and the Bank is being managed by LFS under a Management Services Contract, the CIO shall align the IT strategy and his/ her work also with the overall business and technology strategy of AccessHolding and the management and IT services provider LFS. |
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Main Responsibilities
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Definition
and implementation of Bank’s IT Strategy in close alignment with management of the Bank and AccessHolding |
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Ensuring
delivery of all IT infrastructure, IT Solutions and IT Operations services, identification and implementation of improvements |
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Planning
and management of the work of IT Department |
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Defining and implementing IT Department
organizational structure and ensuring optimal staffing |
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Assignment
of duties and responsibilities within IT Department and Information Security Office |
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Ensure sufficient skill-set, availability of
resources and succession planning within IT Department and Information Security Office |
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Planning of annual IT budget with the purpose to
ensure delivery of IT Services at an optimal cost. Ensuring IT spending control including monthly review and reporting |
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Responsibility for all IT projects and direct
management of complex IT projects |
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Management of in-house development of IT
Solutions in line with AccessHolding Enterprise Architecture principles |
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Management of deployments of AccessHolding global
IT Solutions |
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Ensuring compliance to AccessHolding’s Enterprise
Architecture, Information Technology, Information Security principles, policies and standards |
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Ensuring compliance to Bank’s policies, standards
and procedures as well as local legislation and regulations |
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Definition, implementation and control of
internal Information Technology and Information Security standards, policies and procedures |
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Revolving review of IT related business risk
areas, derivation and introduction of related
Measures
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Conception of a business continuity plan and
introduction of related procedures and measures |
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Management of IT Team performance as well as
performance of Information Security office and direct reporting to CEO and Board of Directors of the bank |
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Procurement and Vendor Management of IT Services
and Assets |
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Assessment, negotiations and control external
providers while meeting the budget targets |
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Necessary experience and
knowledge
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Master’s Degree in business administration / economics or business information technology / information technology or comparable qualification
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At least 8 years’ professional experience in a managing IT role or relevant senior IT position in a bank or financial institution
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Experience in implementing digital finance an advantage
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At least 8 years’ professional experience in a managing IT role or relevant senior IT position
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Evidence of sound experience in:
o Aligning
of business and IT in banking or financial services sector
o Strategic
and operational planning and controlling
o Management
of IT Operations, IT Infrastructure and Development
o Project
management and delivery on scope, time and budget
o Supporting,
initiating and implementing organizational change
o Driving
for results and moving company forward
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Fluency in English is a must and knowledge of local language would be a plus
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Experience in selecting providers and negotiating contracts, procurement
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Suitable leadership skills
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Willingness to travel internationally
Desired experience and
knowledge
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Knowledge of Microfinance, digital channels and banking solutions would be an asset
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Knowledge of accounting and/or finance would be a plus
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Experience of working internationally would be an asset
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Experience in effective vendor management and controlling of service partners
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MBA, ITIL, Cobit or ISO certifications would be a plus |
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Interested candidates should send
ONLY :
– Letter of Interest
– CV
– Copy of academic qualifications
To abr-recruiting@abbank.rw,
not later than 15th June 2017.
[NOTE:
Please state the POSITION in the subject of the email.]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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