Head Of Credit Risk Analysis Job at Equity Bank
Vacancy Title: Head of Credit Risk
Type: Full-Time
Location: Jobs in Uganda 2023 – 2024
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary: UGX
No. of Vacancies: 01
Deadline: June 27, 2024
Hiring Organization: Equity Bank
Job Details:
Job Purpose: The Head of Credit Risk will be responsible for overseeing the definition of risk appetite, developing and implementing risk assessments for new products, pricing new and existing products, setting credit strategies, and making lending decisions. Additionally, the role involves building advanced scoring and decision models, managing the impairment provision process, developing IFRS9 models, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and establishing a top-tier collections function.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Education:
- University degree in Economics, Statistics, Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
- Professional qualification in credit risk management.
- Experience:
- At least 18 years of experience in a financial institution within the credit function, with 5 years in a managerial role involving credit, risk, corporate lending, policy, credit analysis, and credit approval.
- Skills:
- Strong mentoring and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis, including regression and time series analyses.
- Comprehensive understanding of risk factors affecting credit quality and quantitative credit risk modeling (e.g., PDs, LGDs, EADs, vintage analysis, migration matrices).
- Familiarity with portfolio credit metrics such as limits, expected and unexpected loss, and capital allocation.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and engage with senior management.
- Knowledge of data analysis, data modeling, and validation tools.
Application Procedure: If you believe you meet the above criteria, please submit your job application cover letter along with a detailed resume, and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials in a single PDF file format. Quote the respective job title or reference number in the subject field and send to recruitment@equitybank.co.ug by Thursday, June 27, 2024. For more details, visit: Equity Group Careers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.