Access Financial Services General Manager Jobs in Uganda

Access Financial Services General Manager Jobs in Uganda


Main Purpose of the Role

In conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), the General Manager will be expected to play a lead role in the day-to-day running of the business in Uganda, including providing direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organisation’s strategic business plan objectives and annual goals.

Key Deliverables of the General Manager

Growth and development of the Access business within Uganda:

• Prepare and continuously maintain a comprehensive business plan and annual budget.

• In association with the support services at the Select Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement sales and marketing campaigns to drive loan book growth in a cost-effective manner and in line with set targets.

• In association with the support services at the Select Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement appropriate operational strategies and plans.

• In association with the support services at the Select Head Office in Johannesburg, develop and implement appropriate collections management strategies and plans.

Financial, Tax and Risk oversight:

• As per point 1(a) above, recommend a yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manage the organisation’s resources within the budgeted guidelines and relevant laws and regulations.

• Manage the results and resources of the company following approved budgets.

• Ensure that the operation is up to date on all relevant legislation and regulations and report appropriately and timeously to all relevant authorities.

Human Capital:

• Effectively manage Human Capital in accordance with a high-performance culture and within authorised policies and procedures.

• Oversee the development of Select Uganda’s staff in all areas to ensure their growth and harmonious integration into the teams.

• Provide relevant training and development to all staff to ensure they are competent in their respective roles.

• Recruit and hire effective staff to grow the company and achieve stated goals.

• Manage the performance of the team and their results.

Community and Public Relations:

• Ensure that the organisation's image is consistently presented in a strong and positive light to relevant stakeholders.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Government and the private sector.

• Glean market intelligence through developing a network of contacts.

• Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing local funders.

Organisational culture, values and reputation:

• Maintain and develop our corporate culture, values, and reputation in the market and with our staff, customers, suppliers, partners and regulatory bodies.

Infrastructure:

• Enhance processes and infrastructure to allow the organisation to grow and achieve its goal.

• Work with Group IT to ensure ongoing maintenance and readiness of office information systems and infrastructure.

• Manage physical infrastructure, as well as all data and intellectual property, within the domain.

• Office Management: Oversee day-to-day administrative functions to ensure smooth daily operations.

• Report to the Shareholders/Board and the Executive Management Team on organisational plans and performance.

Qualification Requirement

• A relevant tertiary qualification is essential.

• A post graduate qualification will be advantageous.

Experience / Background Preference

• The company will only look at candidates who have no less than FIVE to TEN years relevant, working experience.

• Extensive experience in the financial services sector is essential.

• Experience in the Microfinance industry will be advantageous.

• Previous exposure to Africa will be highly advantageous.

• Solid management, accounting and legal skills are essential.

• Previous Collections experience will be advantageous.

• Knowledge of Uganda and general Microfinance laws relating to financial services, particularly with regard to Microlending is essential.

• A strong command of English, both written and verbal is a requirement of the job.

How to Apply

Please forward applications to: careers@afs.co.ug

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