2 Job Positions at Urwego Bank PLC: (Deadline 1 March 2023)

2 Job Positions at Urwego Bank PLC: (Deadline 1 March 2023)

Customer Engagement Manager at Urwego Bank PLC: (Deadline 1 March 2023)

Customer Engagement Manager 

JOB SUMMARY

The role holder will have the principal responsibility for managing the marketing and communication activities of the Urwego product range to ensure that the business remains competitive while achieving its stated income and targets. The role holder will also remain responsible for the management of the Call Centre and Grant Projects.

This will be achieved by reviewing, recommending, and marketing new product developments and, enhancements to the existing product set. Through an understanding of the Urwego competitive position for each product category and sector of the market, the role holder will make recommendations in respect of appropriate product pricing, positioning and market potential.

The role holder will be, responsible for the design and delivery of the aggregated Brand and Marketing Plans to support the achievement of the objectives in overall

RESPONSIBILITIES

Marketing and Brand Management, Grant Projects and Partnership Management, and Customer Care

Spiritual Integration and Christian Witness

1. Ensure a personal, healthy spiritual balance within family, work, and church life through the adoption of biblical personal and spiritual disciplines; and
2. Conduct daily work, make decisions, and help Urwego Bank make decisions in a way that witnesses to the presence, power, and love of Jesus and the reality of his Kingdom on earth.

Marketing Management and Planning:

3. Develop, implement, and execute strategic marketing plans for Urwego to drive the achievement of organizational goals
4. Lead market research efforts to uncover the viability of current and existing products/services
5. Work closely with Marketing, LM&E Officer to ensure all marketing activities such as branding, radio adverts, TV ads, web site and other social media platforms are utilized to their website, ion, in addition to listening, monitoring and evaluation activities done on timely.
6. Own all marketing production activity of customer-facing marketing material, including TV, radio, and print ad customer-facing brochures, posters, and website content.
7. Work in partnership with the HOPE MFI marketing, team on brand ideation and development phase.
8. Effective cost management and control of the grants and Marketing activities budget Advise.

Brand management and promotion:

9. Ensure Brand Visibility, and proper Branding of all branches and sales points

Regular update of all documentations related to branding and brand management

Grant Projects:

10. M documentation projects: work closely with involved teams by overseeing the project, primarily through the project compliance management system, including documenting and monitoring ta the use of project funding proceeds, monitoring, coordinating the deliverable targets and coordinating the preparation of and  submitting the reports to stakeholders, ers promptly while keeping a good relationship with the grant program managers and local organizational partners (CARE, HOPE & Compassion)
11. Oversee and provide support from time to time with other projects recommended by management including providing the necessary reports per project requirements on timely manner for instance RBF project.

Consumer protection and complaints a handling focal person

12. Client complaints Handling and resolution: The Job Holder will be responsible for ensuring that customer complaints are received and resolved on time in line with the provisions of the law.
13. Constantly update and report to management all complaints received from all channels (Email, social media, toll free line 5151, Intumwa Platform of BNR)

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• First degree in Marketing, Commerce, business Administration or Banking.
• At least three years’ experience in sales Business marketing environment.
• A comprehensive knowledge years Urwego marketing strategies and policies.
• A good understanding of grant management, grant search and applying/donor relations.
• A good understanding of legislation related to financial services,s advertising, and communication.
• A good understanding of listening, monitoring and evaluation
• A good understanding of listening, monitoring and evaluation.
• Strong project management s, skills;
• Strong written and oral communication Microsoft skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Google docs, and experience with other Microsoft Office Suite products.

Preferred

• MBA;
• Project Management qualification

How and to apply

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to urwegohr@urwegobank.com no later than 1^st March 2023 at 5pm. Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Customer Engagement Manager.

Required documents

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 2 referee names,
• Notarized Academic Documents and certificates.
• Recommendation from your Church.
• Statement of Faith.
• Criminal Record Form from Irembo
• National ID.

Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

Thank you

Urwego Bank PLC

Management.

Agency Banking Manager at Urwego Bank PLC: (Deadline 1 March 2023)

Job Description for the Agency Banking Manager 

JOB SUMMARY

The role holder will have the principal responsibility for

-Overseeing Agent recruitment, Registration, and Activation.

-Job Holder will ensure that all gents recruited are transacting, Increased volumes of Deposits and Withdrawal Transactions,

– Observing policies and Procedures guiding Agency Banking,

– In-depth due diligence of Agents before Onboarding,

– Timely resolution of any disputes arising between agents and clients or agents and the Bank

– Complying with AML Guidelines

– Complying with Consumer protection policies and Procedures

Agency Banking t Manager Profile:

• Personal confession of Christian faith and commitment to the mission and vision of Urwego
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, economics,  international development, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant management experience, preferably in microfinance, agent banking, or the financial services industry in an African or international context
• Experience and/or training in agent banking or agent banking management
• Expert-level knowledge of banking regulatory framework and guidelines on Agent banking.
• Experience with developing, tracking, and analyzing financial operational and portfolio metrics.
• Experience with developing strategic goals for a team to ensure portfolio quality and growth.
• Experience with recruiting and retaining team through members through performance development and coaching.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with local and international teams
• Ability to lead and work independently
• Ability to liaise across departments, cultures, and time zones. International experience and care ross­ cultural skills strongly preferred
• Excellent oral, written, and public communication skills; excellent visual communication skills
• Self-motivated with a track record demonstrating the capacity to lead project teams and prioritize multiple deadlines
• Excellent time management skills demonstrating the capacity to coordinate, implement, and balance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel domestically, understanding the importance of connecting with clients and staff directly.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda
• Understanding of Rwanda’s marketing environment and industry, knowing industry leaders, agencies, and other potential business partners.

Requirements Documents

• Notarized copies of Academic Qualifications
• Criminal record clearance
• Recommendation from the Priest /Pastor
• Statement of Faith
• Motivation letter and updated CV

How and to apply

Interested and eligible applicants should submit the following documents to urwegohr@urwegobank.com no later than 1^st March 2023 at 5pm. Send the documents as one folder and in the subject line, fill in the position of Customer Engagement Manager.

Required documents

• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position,
• Curriculum vitae with 2 referee names,
• Notarized Academic Documents and certificates.
• Recommendation from your Church.
• Statement of Faith.
• Criminal Record Form from Irembo
• National ID.

Only Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the interview.

Thank you

Urwego Bank PLC

Management.