Vacancies: Head Macro Prudential Analysis, Micro Prudential Stress Testing Specialist
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is Nigeria’s foremost financial system regulatory institution, with statutory responsibility for the overall control and administration of the monetary and financial sector policies of the Federal Government of Nigeria. One of the strategic objectives of the CBN, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, is to promote a sound financial system in Nigeria.
The Financial System Stability Directorate is seeking appropriately qualified Nigerians to join its team of professionals in the following roles:
Position: Head Macro Prudential Analysis
Responsibilities
- The Head of Macro Prudential Analysis will establish effective structures for macro prudential analysis for informed identification; evaluate and interpret risk factors from different sectors of the economy; analyse potential impact and provide input to regulatory action and policies that will ensure financial system stability. The Head will also oversee financial institutions stress testing and define macro-prudential analysis strategy and framework for Nigeria.
Qualification and Experience
- Candidates are expected to have a strong understanding of global macro-prudential analysis strategy and deep knowledge of global financial systems. Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team; strong engagement skills and a frock record of homing successfully performed in a similar role.
At the minimum:
- A first degree/ HND in Economics, Finance ore related degree
- A PhD in Economics or Finance or in a field with a strong quantitative focus which is directly applicable to these subjects.
- An additional qualification in Risk management is required
- 12 years relevant experience in the financial industry. At least 6 years must be in a senior management role in economic analysis
- Membership of the following professional bodies is an added advantage
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA); Association of Certified Chartered Economists (ACE)
- Possession of the following certifications is an added advantage: Certified Chartered Accountant(CCA); Certified Chartered Economist (CCE); Advanced Credit Administrative Programm (ACAP), Credit Risk Certification (CRC); Financial Risk Management (FRM).
Position: Micro Prudential Stress Testing Specialist
Responsibilities
- specialist will be responsible for establishing methodology for micro prudential stress testing and directing micro-level risk assessment, surveillance and financiial trends analysis to provide informed basis for regulatory action and policies. The ideal candidate will also Identify and analyse scenarios in economic and political environment and potential impact on the financial system; define financial analysis information strategy for banks and ensure robustness, completeness and credibility of bank information in the efass database
Qualification and Experience
- Candidates are expected to have working knowledge of monetary economics, quantitative methods, and financial surveillance systems. Proven ability to interpret financial reports is also s key requirement.
At the minimum:
- A first degree/ HND in Economics, Accounting, Mathematics or a related degree
- A post graduate degree is an added advantage
- Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in corporate governance. At least 3 years must have been spent in a management position
- Membership of the following professional bodies is an added advantage:
- Association o! Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA); Association of Certified
- Chartered Economists (ACE)
- Possession of the following certifications is an added advantage; Certified Chartered Accountant (CCA); Certified Chartered Economist (CCE).
Age: Age limit for all positions is 50 years.
Method of Application
Full descriptions and application details for these positions can be found at http://fssrecruitment.com
The Central Bank of Nigeria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
Applications will close at 12 noon (GMT+1) on Monday 7th May, 2012.
