Technical Assistant to the Executive Director, Finance & Corporate Services at The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN)

Job Objective and Summary

• The Technical Assistant (TA) provides confidential administrative and technical support to the Executive Director, Finance & Corporate Services. He/She reports directly to the ED, Finance & Corporate Services.

Core Responsibilities

• Completes a broad variety of technical and administrative tasks for the ED, Finance & Corporate Services including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; composing and preparing correspondence that are often confidential.
• Produces well researched high quality technical papers/presentations and reviews.
• Critiques reports and submissions of external parties and other publicly available information.
• Works closely and effectively with the ED, Finance & Corporate Services to keep him/her well informed of upcoming projects, commitments and responsibilities, follows up appropriately with third parties and ensures smooth running of the ED’s activities.
• Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues/concerns or enquiries addressed to the ED, Finance & Corporate Services; determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response and ensures timely feedback/resolution.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles assignments expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the ED and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.
• Proactively and reactively handle ad-hoc requests for the ED.

Qualifications
Educational Qualifications:

• A First Degree in Social / Management Sciences or any related discipline.
• A Post-graduate Degree in a management related field is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications:

• Membership of ICAN, ACCA, CFA, CPA or any other related certifications is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years post graduate cognate experience in a similar role.

Competencies:
Knowledge:

• Understanding of macro economy, business, management finance, banking, accounting, corporate finance & investor relations.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and management.
• Good understanding of Development Finance.
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs, e-mail and internet.
• Expertise in office management and business correspondence.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and management.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and management.

Technical Competencies:

• Expertise in accounting, management finance and banking.
• Strong research and report writing skills.
• General administration and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• Expertise in office management and business correspondence.
• Negotiation/influencing skills
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Integrity and discretion.
• Results oriented.
• Problem solving ability.
• Teamwork, collaboration and networking skills.
• Multi-tasking ability.
• Accuracy and attention to details.