Job Opportunity at NFC Bank: 02 Vacancies

• Responsible for undertaking policy supportive research under a structured research agenda specifically in the areas of monetary policy, financial markets, modeling and forecasting of macroeconomic variables and indicators of financial stability, and external sector management
• Profiles the bank’s development market and competitive environment, providing insight that support strategic decisions-making and for use in internal presentations by senior management

Responsibilities/Key Performing Areas:

• Research and conceptualize new ideas objectively from a market and financial standpoint
• Coordinate the banks strategic roadmap in partnership with finance, and strategic planning
• Design and implement transformation deliverables by thinking strategically and tactically with a client-centric focus and the flexibility to adjust to new innovations, regulations and priorities
• Set strategic direction of new products and initiatives and developing detailed plans to implement
• Extract and document knowledge from subject matter experts via facilitated sessions
• Research various innovation topics including Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation, Blockchain technologies, etc.
• Gather business needs through research, data analysis, user experience analysis and testing, competitive research and any other relevant tools
• 1. Deliver solutions with an equal focus on the operational/business models as well as the technology solution
  2. Stay abreast with developments in the financial services industry, focusing on Commercial Banking, through extensive research of new product innovations, competitors, and emerging technologies
  3. Undertake collection, processing and analysis of data on banking, corporate and external sectors. Plan, design and organize quick sample surveys regularly for area of interest to the Bank
  4. Undertake research on issues which have influence and then provide inputs to the top management so that they can take appropriate policy actions
  5. Undertake Economic and research analysis for internal engagements and global monitoring across the financial sector

  Key performance indicators:

  1. Quality of results achieved from business strategies implemented
  2. Number of business and commercialization plans approved and successfully rolled-out
  3. Success rate achieved (i.e. cost reduction, revenue generation, investment growth etc.) from the new strategies executed
  4. Market share gained through research and innovation
  5. Net promoter score (NPS)

  Job Specifications: Minimum & Preferred Requirements
  
  Education/ Business Degree:

  1. Minimum of first degree in Business Management/Administration, Finance, Accounting or any other related subject
  2. A certification as Business and Market Research Analyst is an advantage

  Work Experience

  1. At least 4 years’ relevant experience in communication, research & innovation roles especially in the financial services sector
  2. Familiar with the complex interplay of policies, laws and commerce in solving financial and economic issues
  3. Experience supporting senior management in developing business growth strategies
  4. Experience assisting to research and develop cutting-edge financing strategies and collaborating across public, private and non-profit sectors

  Training/Certifications

• Business and Market Research Analyst
• Data Management and Reporting
• Strategic Management and Execution

• Banks’ data systems (flex cube), technology and product / service offerings
• Business Intelligence Analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially MS-Word and MS-Excel
• Financial Analysis and Interpretation

• Excellent Communication Skills (Written and Oral); fluent in English and French
• Interpersonal
• Planning and Organisation
• Team Player
• Reporting and Presentation
• Time Management and Organisation
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
• Analytical and Research

Behavioural Qualities :

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and under pressure
• Ability to prioritise and plan
• Integrity
• Result and Detail Oriented
• Reliable and Dependable
• Confidential
• Innovative
• Self-Starter

How to apply:

• This job advert is both for internal and external candidates.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• Staff under disciplinary custody is not eligible.