Branch Manager

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THE COMPANY

The  Development  Finance  Corporation  (DFC) is  Belize’s  only  Development  Bank.  Our  Board  of  Directors  and Staff are  strongly committed to our mandate  to provide innovative development financial solutions  which contribute to the  resilient and  equitable growth of Belize.

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THE POSITION

The Branch Manager  is  responsible  for the  overall management  of the  branch’s  operations  inclusive  of a  loan  portfolio, generating  new business  in support  of the  Corporation’s  annual objectives,  lead and develop a high performance  team  and manage  customer  relations.  The Branch Manager  also  represents DFC in  local community  through  active  participation  in community affairs and participates in marketing of the Corporation’s products and services.

The Branch manager is required to possess  a combination of specified educational qualifications, related experience and skills. As a trusted  member  of DFC’s management  team,  he/she  is also required to demonstrate  a leadership presence,  a sound understanding of development banking, and a high level of integrity and emotional intelligence. He/she is required to always act in good faith and in the best interest of the Corporation, and avoid conflicts of interest.

DUTY STATION

Headquarters Office, Belmopan

Education & Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Finance  or related field. Managerial experience (at least five years) as a bank manager or similar role.

At least five years of experience in loan underwriting. (Experience in management  of developmental loans/projects would be an asset).

Certificate in Supervisory Management along with at least three (3) years of experience in effectively leading people.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  1. Oversee the general operations of the Branch ensuring the office is open and ready to conduct business each business day as well as the safety and security of customers, employees and branch assets by following and enforcing all security procedures.
  2. Provide direction to employees by effectively communicating job expectations, evaluating job performance, determining training needs and provide training, coaching, counseling, address disciplinary issues and recognizing employees.
  3.  Process loan applications; approve or reject loan requests and disbursements within delegated authority.
  4. Manage the branch’s loan portfolio and effect measures within approved policies to ensure loan portfolio quality consistent with the key performance indicators.
  5. Develop the branch’s annual objectives and budgets and monitor performance. Implement the Branch’s marketing plan to meet annual goals and targets.
  6. Monitor the Branch’s cash accounts, authorize payments and cheques within delegated authority.
  7. Maintain a strong, visible and positive presence in the community through involvement in community events and associations.

Required Skills & Abilities

  1.  Knowledge of DFC’s role as a development bank and its contribution to national economic development
  2.  Superior communication skills- written, verbal, and inter –personal
  3. Mature and Independent in judgement
  4. Results driven and customer focused
  5.  Strong analytical skills
  6.  Leadership and human resources management skills
  7.  Proficient in MS Word, Excel PowerPoint and Outlook; and familiar with new channels used for mass communication
  8. Ability and willingness to travel frequently, as required; this requires the possession of a privately owned motor vehicle and valid driver’s license.
  9. Working knowledge of Spanish

TO APPLY

Submit an Application Package that references the position title, and include the following:

  1. Letter of Application
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Copy of most recent qualification
  4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (no older than six months) – two must be professional references and of which one must be from a previous employer.
  5. Copy of Social Security Card
  6. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Report as part of the Background check

SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE IN ONE PDF FILE TO:

Manager

People Operations

Development Finance Corporation

P.O. Box 40, Belmopan

RE: APPLICATION FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITY – “Branch Manager”

SUBMISSION

Complete applications may be submitted via e-mail to: careers@dfcbelize.org

DEADLINE

January 6, 2025

See also: Life at DFC | Our Impact | Our Mission | Our Leadership | Our History