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TRADE FINANCE OFFICER
POSTED BY: Trading and Development Bank
REF:TDB 3
Date Published:Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Date of Expiration:Sunday, April 21, 2019 EXPIRED
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| LOCATION OF THIS JOB |
 Kenya | NAIROBI in Kenya |
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| DEVELOPMENT FINANCE INSTITUTIONS
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| JOB TYPE |
| Full-Time |
| MAIN JOB DESCRIPTION |
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank previously known as the PTA
Bank and now rebranded and trading as Trade Development Bank (TDB) is a specialized African multilateral financial institution serving most of the Eastern and Southern Africa states and corporations. TDB’s objective is to provide short, medium and long-term financing to viable trade, projects and infrastructure finance activities in member states.
TDB aims to attract and retain exceptionally talented professionals by offering a conducive working environment and attractive salaries and benefits. In line with its growth strategy, TDB is looking for self-motivated and results oriented professionals to join a team committed to building a world class financial institution aimed at promoting trade, economic development and regional integration. Interested and qualified candidates from TDB’s member states are therefore invited to apply for the subject position: TRADE FINANCE OFFICER
JOB SUMMARY:
The Trade Finance Officer is responsible for identification of trade finance proposals, credit evaluation, risk management and mitigation, recommendation on structuring of appropriate facilities in adherence to institutional risk/ return requirements; monitoring the performance of portfolio and marketing the Bank’s conventional/ structured trade finance products.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
The Trade Finance Officer performs the following duties:
1. Identify and structure suitable transactions/clients and identify suitable counterparties (collateral managers, trade finance insurers etc.) and financing partners/agent banks in case of syndication / co-financing;
2. Actively support the Trade Finance Officers and Analysts with respect to financial analysis and due diligence on all transactions to ensure quality control;
3. Prepare and analyse credit proposals for trade/ structured trade finance facilities for funding by the Bank;
4. Establish and maintain strategic relations with clients at senior management level of the Bank’s existing and prospective partners and stakeholders;
5. Produce periodic technical and financial progress reports on trade finance facilities under their supervision;
6. Seek new business opportunities in the region to ensure a good pipeline of transactions.
7. Undertake product development and marketing initiatives and develop client base using contacts, experience and relationship to pursue trade finance opportunities;
8. Prepare board papers, ALCO reports, and partake as a member of committees/taskforce.
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| REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB |
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A Masters’ degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Finance, or
Economics with relevant professional qualifications as added advantage;
2. A minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience and proven track record in a Commercial / Development Banking or Financial institution environment with sound knowledge of Structured Trade and Commodity Finance Products;
3. Robust knowledge of the regulatory environment in the Bank’s operating region as it relates to Structured Trade and Commodity Finance Products with excellent knowledge of professional and industry standards;
4. Strong accounting and financial analysis skills;
5. Results oriented individual with excellent written and communication skills with proven ability to rapidly produce quality reports and ability to work in a multicultural setting;
6. Proven organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to build partnerships, work in multinational teams, deliver results and management client relationships;
7. Proficiency in the use of computer programs including MS Office applications;
8. Fluency in English with working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese as added advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should include a resume, recent passport size photos, full contact details and the names and addresses of three referees. Candidates must have a good knowledge of TDB’s operating environment. Please note that only shortlisted candidate will be contacted for interviews. Interested candidates should express their interest by submitting their applications directly to recruitment@tdbgroup.org by 28th February 2019.
TDB actively encourages diversity in our workplace and supports an inclusive work environment. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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