Senior Manager, CSI and External Affairs (1 Position(s))
Job Location :
Head Office, Hq
Job Purpose:
Ensure a conducive business environment, advocating the Bank’s interests, and building strategic partnerships with governmental agencies, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders as well as oversee the bank’s corporate social investment programs.
Main Responsibilities:
Cultivate and maintain productive relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, industry associations and develop effective strategies to secure and execute opportunities as they arise.
Strategically forge impactful connections between the businesses and government entities
Actively seek out and identify potential opportunities within the government landscape that can be leveraged to achieve strategic goals and business growth.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to explore potential partnerships, collaborations, and opportunities that may arise from government sources.
Monitor and analyze relevant policy and regulatory developments that may impact the bank’s operations or market position.
Collaborate with internal teams to develop and execute strategies that align with government and external affairs objectives.
Represent the bank at meetings, conferences, and events with external stakeholders to advance our interests and promote our brand.
Manage protocol for professional and consistent exposure during public appearances of the management.
Lead advocacy efforts on issues of importance to the bank, promoting our position with compelling arguments and supporting evidence.
Engage in proactive communication with government officials and stakeholders to influence public policy decisions positively.
Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations, briefings, and reports for internal and external audiences.
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in government affairs and external relations.
Attend external programs-related forums to share and obtain best practice and advance the programs strategy as necessary to keep oversight of stakeholders to maximize opportunities.
Manage and execute CSI programs in line with the bank’s CSI policy.
Monitor emerging CSI and sustainability trends while engaging key internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge and Skills:
Networking and relationship management skills externally with media, government, and other stakeholders and internally with business heads, executive management, and staff in general
Impeccable integrity
Writing skills
Interpersonal; Networking skills
Planning and organizing
Strong communication skills
Leadership skills
Team collaboration skills
Negotiation skills
Reputation management; Stakeholder management skills
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree holder in Marketing, Public Administration and Social Sciences Communications, business or related field
At least 5 years’ experience in undertaking Corporate Social Investment, Government external affairs at a senior level, preferably in banking.
NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job closing date : 25-Oct-2023
