About This Role
This role is about owning the operational pulse of a district—connecting branch-level execution to the bank’s broader strategic goals. It suits an experienced banking professional who can balance field-level supervision with high-level planning, especially in a region like North East Ethiopia where branch reach and customer trust are critical. Hijra Bank, as an interest-free bank, places extra emphasis on Sharia-compliant operations, so this role carries both commercial and ethical accountability.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The stated qualifications point to a candidate who has not just managed teams, but has led branches through performance cycles. The IFB (Islamic Finance and Banking) certification is not optional—it signals that the bank expects you to understand the unique product structures and client education involved in interest-free banking. The four years of managerial experience suggests they want someone who has already navigated the challenges of staff supervision, target pressure, and regulatory compliance in a multi-branch setting.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should highlight specific results from previous branch or district management roles—especially how you improved service quality, met deposit or loan targets, or resolved operational bottlenecks. Since IFB certification is mandatory, confirm you hold it or are in the final stages of obtaining it. Emphasize your familiarity with the North East region’s economic landscape and customer behavior, as local knowledge is a clear advantage for this position.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a seasoned branch manager or regional operations head with a strong track record in Islamic banking and a comfort zone in field-based leadership. Given the seniority and specialized certification requirement, competition will be moderate but focused on candidates with direct IFB experience.
Job Mission
Plans, coordinates, directs and supervises the overall activities of branches under the district; follow up the implementation and execution of different Bank’s policies and procedures; visit customer’s businesses and monitor branches performance against plan target.
Qualification:
- Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management, Business Administration or related fields
Experience:
Eight(8) years for Masters and ten (10) years for Bachelor of relevant experience Of which four (4) years of experience in managerial positions.
- (IFB Certification is Mandatory)
Required Competencies
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Centric Approach
- Customer Service Satisfaction
- Strategic and Operational Execution
How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should apply within ten (10) days from the date of this vacancy announcement through https://forms.gle/7gjVbcjjMC2jAHaa8
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