Head Of Information Technology (it)

Rima Microfinance Bank (Rima MFB)

Abuja, Sokoto, nigeria

Job Summary Rima Microfinance Bank is an established Microfinance Bank currently strengthening its operations and expanding its digital banking services. We are looking for a hands-on Head of Information Technology to take responsibility for the Bank's technology systems and support its continued transition into a modern, digitally enabled Microfinance Bank. The successful candidate will be based primarily in Abuja, where the Bank's technology and digital activities are coordinated, with occasional travel to the Bank's operations in Sokoto when necessary. This position is suitable for an experienced technology professional who understands software, banking systems and digital financial services and is comfortable working within a relatively small but growing institution. We are not looking for a purely administrative IT manager or someone focused mainly on computers, printers and networks. The person should be capable of understanding and taking ownership of the Bank's digital banking systems, software integrations, infrastructure and technology vendors. Key Responsibilities The Head of IT will: Take day-to-day responsibility for the Bank's technology systems. Understand and supervise the Bank's core banking system and its integrations. Manage the Bank's mobile banking application, middleware, APIs and related digital services. Work with NIBSS and other payment-service providers on banking and payment integrations. Monitor electronic transfers, failed transactions, system exceptions and technology-related operational issues. Work closely with Operations and Finance on transaction reconciliation and system-related exceptions. Take custody of the Bank's source code, repositories, technical documentation and system credentials. Ensure that systems developed by external vendors are properly handed over to and controlled by the Bank. Manage technology vendors and ensure agreed services are delivered properly. Maintain appropriate access controls, backups, security and disaster-recovery arrangements. Monitor system availability and respond promptly to outages or service failures. Support the Bank's POS, agency banking and other digital-payment initiatives. Maintain proper documentation of the Bank's systems and technology processes. Support staff on technology-related matters where necessary. Build and supervise a small internal technology team as the Bank grows. Provide clear technology reports to Management and the Board when required. Candidate Requirements Candidates should possess: A first degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field. At least 5 years of relevant post-qualification technology experience. Practical experience in software development, systems integration or financial technology. Experience working with a bank, Microfinance Bank, fintech, payment company or financial-software provider will be a strong advantage. Good understanding of APIs, databases and system integrations. Experience with backend technologies such as Java, .NET/C#, Python, Node.js or similar technologies. Working knowledge of SQL databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL or Oracle. Understanding of cloud infrastructure, servers, Git/source-code management and CI/CD. Good understanding of information security, system access controls and backup procedures. Ability to troubleshoot production problems and work directly with software developers and service providers. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. For a formal departmental-head appointment in an MFB, the applicable CBN guidelines prescribe a minimum first degree or equivalent, five years post-qualification experience, including four years in financial services and two years at senior-management level, together with practical microfinance competence and MCP/CIBN certification. Preferred Experience The following will be an advantage but are not required in every candidate: Digital banking or mobile banking applications. NIBSS NIP/NPS or other Nigerian payment systems. Core banking integrations. Payment switching and transaction processing. Settlement and reconciliation. POS and agency banking. Middleware and API development. Cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS. Docker, Kubernetes or similar deployment technologies. Cybersecurity and information-security controls. Experience taking over software or systems previously managed by external vendors. Who We Are Looking For The right candidate should be: Technically strong but practical. Comfortable working in a small and growing institution. Hands-on and willing to solve problems personally when necessary. Able to work with both technical and non-technical staff. Able to manage vendors without becoming dependent on them. Interested in building systems that are reliable and appropriate for the size of the Bank. Careful about security, customer funds and data. Willing to learn areas of banking technology where necessary. Comfortable working primarily from Abuja with occasional travel to Sokoto. Regulatory Requirement As this is a senior departmental-head position within a Microfinance Bank, the final appointment will be subject to applicable CBN requirements, including the relevant Microfinance Certification Programme (MCP)/CIBN requirements. Remuneration; Competitive and commensurate with experience and the size of the institution. The final package will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

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Lagos, nigeria

full-time

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Lagos, nigeria

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Sundry Foods

Rivers (PH), nigeria

full-time

Sundry Foods is an integrated food services company founded in 2003 and operating in major cities in Nigeria. We are bringing our now trademark great tasting ready-to-eat food and quality services to thousands of people and institutions daily through its chain and network of restaurants, bakeries and other catering facilities. We are proud to own and operate one of Africa’s best restaurant and bakery chains and we pride ourselves on our ability to consistently deliver original food and service solutions whether in workplaces, schools and colleges, hospitals, joining even remote sites and different cultural environments using our team of young seasoned professionals and an entire workforce with a passion to deliver nothing but the best to every customer. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Position: Human Resources Administrator Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers Job Type: Full-Time Description The Human Resources Administrators will be responsible for implementing Human Resources management best practices within assigned business divisions and regions. Responsibilities The role holder will: Be the first point of contact to receive and resolve all people-related enquiries or complaints within assigned business division or region. Manage recruitment, selection, and on-boarding of new hires within the region to ensure appropriate staffing levels. Partner with business unit managers to build their leadership capability in the management of their staff and compliance with HR Policies. Facilitate regular refresher trainings (and ensure implementation of on-the-job training) to ensure consistency in employees’ skills and attitude at work. Coordinate Staff Engagement programs and Meetings to identify pertinent employee and work-place issues, provide pragmatic solutions and report outcomes Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of second class lower and 4 years of experience in Human Resources Management functions in a fast-paced work environment Candidate with experience in Recruitment and training preferred. Candidate with HR Certification (CIPM, CIPD, etc) will have an added advantage Candidate with process mindset and able to re-engineer processes is desirable. Required Skill: Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook); Excellent verbal and communication skills; presentation skills; facilitation skills.

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iRecruiters Africa Limited

Africa, nigeria

full-time

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Moniepoint Inc.

Bayelsa, nigeria

full-time

Reports to: Regional Credit Manager About this role As a Field Credit Officer, you would be saddled with the duty of onboarding and managing businesses that would access our credit products. You would be tasked with growing your loan portfolio while maintaining profitability by ensuring that all loans are repaid as and when due. As a result, you would play a vital role in the assessment of these businesses during their credit application and leverage innovative tools we have developed to help you monitor their performance during the course of the loan. You would also be responsible for making deductions from several information sources about the 5Cs of credit, with capacity, character, and capital as major priorities. Make recommendations to management before, during, and after the disbursement of a loan facility as to the best actions to be taken, considering several economic factors. Responsibilities Identify and onboard viable businesses within your assigned geographical area to open business accounts with Moniepoint Engage customers to ensure optimal usage of accounts to allow them to qualify for access to credit Review and approve (or decline) loan requests by thoroughly analyzing all the data available Embark on physical visitation to potential borrowers' business places for evaluation of business books, taking inventory and turnover into consideration Meet gross loan portfolio targets and portfolio profit targets by maintaining a healthy number of loan customers while ensuring that all loans in portfolio are performing Monitor active loan portfolio to ensure continued use of business account and loan repayment performance Perform all other credit-related functions as may be assigned by a supervisor Experience & Background Minimum of an OND in any business-related discipline Minimum of 2 years' experience in a sales role for credit products in a financial institution Demonstrable knowledge of credit risk analysis Good knowledge of financial analysis is an added advantage Skills & Competencies: Apt attention to details Proven simple/complex analytical skills Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Agility and perseverance What success looks like in this role: Consistent achievement of gross loan portfolio targets and portfolio profit targets. Maintaining a healthy, performing loan portfolio with minimized default rates through rigorous physical visitations and monitoring. Successful onboarding and engagement of viable businesses that actively utilize Moniepoint business accounts. Accurate credit risk assessments based on key factors like capacity, character, and capital. Why join us Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities. Opportunity to work with Africa's fastest-growing fintech and make a direct impact on business growth across the region.

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