Head of Agribusiness - NMB

NMB is a Tanzanian bank, reaching out to close to 2 million customers through some 170 branches (of which 60% are in rural areas). with dose to 600 ATM's (almost 40% of all
ATM's in Tanzania) and a variety of alternative distribution channels and Mobile and other electronic payment products, making NMB the leading bank in Tanzania.

NMB continues to strengthen its position as a bank of choice for financing agricultural value chains in Tanzania. Current portfolio of products ranges from upstream to downstream i.e. financing from individual farmers, small, medium, large and cooperatives including agriculture input suppliers, agro processors, traders and exporters which allows agribusiness sectors to grow and create wealth for across the agriculture value chain in Tanzania.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join the Agribusiness team in the role of Head of Agribusiness responsible for leading and executing the Agribusiness strategy for the bank. This role reports to the Managing Director.
Key Responsibilities
Formulate strategies that will increase revenue to the Bank through development of new Agribusiness products that will excel in the market.

Review credit appraisals from Relationship
Managers and Relationship Officers and provide appropriate technical advice.
Coordinate all Agribusiness activities within the bank, monitor and advise Management on the best option to improve Agribusiness in the bank.
Plan and execute the best strategies in formulation of Agribusiness products that will attract and add value to chosen segments-of customers in the market.
Review and implement the Agribusiness departmental strategy to ensure objectives are achieved on a quarterly basis and implement measures to enhance performance.
Coordinate budget objectives of the
Agribusiness department to ensure targets are achieved as per approved bank's budget.
Prepare departmental budget and projections for growth in line with bank's targets.

Requirements
Master's Degree holder in Business
Administration, Agro-Economics or any other related field.
Minimum 5 years having worked in
Agribusiness sector, minimum 4 years of credit appraisals, 5 years in managerial position.
Good knowledge of Agribusiness Value Chain, sound credit knowledge, and of bank's products and services.
Good collaborative skills across other business areas to ensure seamless value chain delivery of Agribusiness banking solutions
Extensive knowledge of agribusiness products and should possess sound leadership skills.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Send you motivation letter and curriculum vitae (CV) through advert@nmbtz.com

NMB is an Equal Opportunities Employer.