Urgent Recruitment: Citygate Global Investment Limited – 3 Positions

Citygate Global Investment Limited is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Area Manager - Retail
2.) Divisional Head - Retail & Commercial
3.) Internal Control Officer

Citygate Global Investment Limited is an organisation founded in June 2007 to engage in Microfinance and is registered with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Citygate Global is a registered member of Association of Non-Bank Microfinance Institution of Nigeria (AMFIN) and also a registered Money Lending Company in all the States where we operate.

Locations: Ekiti, Kwara , Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo,
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description / Main Responsibilities

• To see to the growth of the areas’ business wise through client acquisition and retention, quality disbursement, PAR reduction and profitability.
• To lead, manage and grow the areas; through proactive implementation of strategies that will bring about operational self-sufficiency and best customer experience.
• To assess structure and performance of area: evaluate, understand and make strategic decisions regarding areas’ activities, staffing, market driven products and acceptable lending methodology.
• To ensure all branches under his / her supervisor are compliant with current risk management and audit standards.
• Demonstrate commitment, dependability and respect for all team members in areas; serve as a guiding light in leading his/her team members towards relationship-based success with clients.
• Cooperates with, participates in, and supports the adherence to all internal policies, procedures, and practices set by management for overall soundness of the area.
• Effective and efficient co-ordination of all Market-facing staff under his/her supervision for performance.
• To advise the Management on the way forward for speedy growth of the area.
• Efficient management of all other resources under his/her care.
• Develop, execute and manage retail lending strategy and tactical business plan, taking into account the market opportunity / growth potential, existing capabilities and risk appetite.
• Responsible for making sure that the area’s goals and objectives are met within a set time.
• Ensure timely report rendition.

Qualification and experience required:

• Bachelor's Degree / HND
• Micro Finance Certified Banker (MCIB) Qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Above 5 years managerial experience in microfinance, finance Banking or institution with specialization in retail lending
• Business development and customer service skills.
• Relationship management skills,
• Leadership skills, effective communication skills
• Marketing, selling and credit analysis skills
• Must be computer literate with added advantage in key Microsoft office package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Banking Software will be an edge

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@citygateglobal.com using the Title and Location "Area Manager- Ibadan" as the subject of the email.

Note: Please note that only shortlisted candidate shall be contacted.

Locations: Abia, Abuja (FCT), Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Imo, Kwara, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Oyo and Rivers

Job Description / Main Responsibilities

• To see the growth of the division business-wise through client acquisition and retention, quality disbursement, PAR reduction and profitability.
• To lead, manage and grow the divisions; through proactive implementation of strategies that will bring about operational self-sufficiency and best customer experience.
• To assess structure and performance of divisions: evaluate, understand and make strategic decisions regarding divisions’ activities, staffing, market-driven products and acceptable lending methodology.
• To ensure all branches under his/her supervisor are compliant with current risk management and audit standards.
• Demonstrate commitment, dependability and respect for all team members in divisions; serve as a guiding light in leading his/her team members towards relationship-based success with clients.
• Cooperates with, participates in, and supports the adherence to all internal policies, procedures, and practices set by management for overall soundness of the division.
• Effective and efficient co-ordination of all Market-facing staff under his/her supervision for performance.
• To advise the Management on the way forward for speedy growth of the division
• Efficient management of all other resources under his/her care.
• Develop, execute and manage retail lending strategy and tactical business plan, taking into account the market opportunity/growth potential, existing capabilities and risk appetite.
• Responsible for making sure that the division’s goals and objectives are met within a set time.
• Ensure timely report rendition.

Qualification and Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree/HND
• Micro Finance Certified Banker (MCIB) Qualifications will be an added advantage.
• 6 - 8 Years Managerial Experience in Microfinance Finance Banking or institution with specialization in Retail Lending
• Business Development and Customer Service Skills.
• Relationship Management Skills
• Leadership Skills, Effective Communication Skills.
• Marketing, Selling and Credit Analysis Skills.
• Must be computer literate with an added advantage in key Microsoft office package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Banking Software will be an edge.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@citygateglobal.com using the Job Title and Location “Divisional Head- South West” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidate shall be contacted.

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• • Build a strong compliance environment to ensure zero level of policy, procedures and regulatory infractions.
  • Ensure prompt and effective call over of branch transactions.
  • Build strong awareness in branch staff on all policy and procedures issues; zero tolerance for open GL Items, unreviewed transactions and income leakages
  • Call over of Transactions as per the approved threshold.
  • Review of expense and the Branch imprest and ensure conformity with laid-down policies.
  • Carrying out security sweep at least once in a month.
  • Ensure complete and accurate recognition of all fees and charges on every relevant account.

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• Review KYC compliance.
• Carrying out spot checks and review of activities in the branches under coverage, cash count and vault administration, funds transfer, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
• Review of system exception message report.
• Conduct serial checks /tests on Managers Cheque / Bank draft in the branches under coverage.
• Establish and maintain an Internal Process discipline and alignment within the business
• Ensure learning and development within the team and business on internal control standards
• Formulate, direct and co-ordinate the delivery of excellent internal audit services in alignment with the company strategy and key objectives
• Review the accuracy of financial records, promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Examine procedures in existence to ensure that resources and assets are safeguarded
• Coordinate the review of accounting records to ensure proper records are maintained
• Ensure contract price and prices of purchased items are reasonable
• Measure and be accountable for business and strategic plan execution.
• Be responsible for financial goals and measure to performance goals.
• Have insights into customer expectation and satisfaction.
• Control Adequacy rating from Internal Audit.
• Promptness and effectiveness of call over of transactions.
• Promptness, Accuracy and Validity of Exception Reporting/Rendition of all Control Activity Reports
• Effectiveness at follow up to ensure that Internal Audit recommendations are implemented
• Quality and Timeliness of losses and loss events reporting in processing areas

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in internal Control and Compliance environment,
• Banking experience as internal control personnel
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases.
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports.
• Demonstrated outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations.
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

Application Closing Date
20th November, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their tailored CV to: careers@citygateglobal.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only candidates that meets the requirement above are expected to apply
• Candidates residing in the location mentioned above will be given preference.