Chief Operating Officer/ Deputy Managing Director
2025-05-13T09:32:50+00:00
Brac
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Nonprofit, and NGO
Admin & Office
2025-05-27T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Career with BRAC International
BRAC International, founded in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, is the largest non-profit organisation globally, dedicated to empowering communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice across 15 countries in Asia and Africa. It offers scalable solutions in health, agriculture, microfinance, education, and youth empowerment. In 2010, BRAC International Holdings B.V. (BIHBV) was established as a for-profit subsidiary in the Netherlands, focusing on providing microfinance services to women in rural and hard-to-reach areas, aiming to enhance financial resilience and improve their quality of life.
BRAC first expanded its microfinance operations internationally in 2002 and now operates microfinance (MF) activities in 7 soon to be 8 developing countries, over 900,000+ clients, 96% women, a loan portfolio of $235 mln+ and 6700+ staff, 87% women.
BRAC started microfinance in Uganda in 2006, as a part of BRAC Uganda’s social development programmes. It transformed into a Tier 2 Credit Institution to become BRAC Uganda Bank Ltd (BUBL) in 2019. BUBL has the largest network of banking services in the country, providing inclusive financial services for low-income communities to build sustainable livelihoods.
Chief Operating Officer (COO)/ Deputy Managing Director (DMD) BUBL
The COO/DMD will support the Managing Director (MD) in providing overall strategic leadership and driving execution to achieve BUBL’s sustainable growth. This role oversees Banking Operations, Information Technology, Procurement, Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering, and Marketing & Communications, ensuring that all functions operate efficiently and effectively in alignment with the institution’s financial and social objectives.
Strategic Leadership
- Collaborate closely with the MD to shape and implement the overarching business strategy, ensuring alignment with both short-term and long-term goals.
- Assist in formulating comprehensive business plans and executing Board directives to foster institutional growth and sustainability.
Governance and Vision Alignment
- Provide robust leadership by establishing sustainable financial and social objectives that reflect the organization’s Mission and Vision, ensuring a focused pathway toward success.
- Drive the development of a strong governance framework that promotes accountability and transparency throughout the organization.
Relationship Management
- Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the organization's brand and expand its network and partnerships, ultimately enhancing collaboration and mutual success.
Organizational Culture and Values
- Champion the establishment and maintenance of a positive organizational culture that embodies core values and effective practices, fostering an engaged and high-performing management team with clear succession planning.
Financial Planning and Oversight
- Oversee the strategic preparation of organizational plans and budgets, ensuring they are closely aligned with the strategic objectives and priorities of the organization.
- Direct departmental executives to ensure that operational activities are consistent with the organization’s policies, promoting efficiency and effectiveness.
Operational Excellence
- Spearhead the implementation of operational programs that align with and support the organization’s strategic goals, ensuring cohesive efforts across all levels.
- Develop and maintain robust structures and processes that support both current operational needs and anticipated future growth.
Risk Management
- Continuously evaluate business and operational risks, craft innovative strategies for risk mitigation, and ensure resilience against potential losses.
- Define and communicate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities for all direct reports, ensuring clarity and alignment with the organization's objectives.
Compliance and Improvement
- Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across all organizational activities, fostering a culture of integrity and responsibility.
- Lead initiatives aimed at enhancing operational systems organization-wide, driving a culture of continuous improvement while fostering innovation and creativity.
Additional Duties
- Execute any additional responsibilities assigned by MD, or the Board, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to organizational success.
Safeguarding:
- Establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and implemented following the safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Identify the nature of the incident and report according to the safeguarding reporting procedure, and encourage the staff to report accordingly.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of a first or undergraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited institution and attainment of a professional qualification in any business-related discipline shall an added advantage.
- Prerequisite post-graduate experience, and significant working experience of at least 05 years at executive management, evidence of experience in several areas of banking operations, including business development, credit, finance, risk management, audit or treasury management.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
Organizational, Planning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills:
- Expert in using project management tools to organize tasks, prioritize deadlines, and develop data-driven solutions.
Customer Service and Willingness to Work in the Field:
- Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in diverse field settings, ensuring tailored solutions for all client needs.
Business Management and Negotiation Skills:
- Proven track record in business management and successful negotiations, driving client retention and profitability.
Managing and Motivating a Large Staff:
- Experienced in leading large teams, fostering collaboration, and implementing programs that boost productivity and morale.
Communication and Training Skills:
- Skilled communicator and trainer, adept at delivering clear messages and training programs to enhance team performance.
Technical Report Writing and Computer Literacy:
- Proficient in technical report writing and advanced computer skills, including Excel and Power BI, to analyze and present data.
Adaptability to Challenging Environments:
- Able to adapt to challenging environments and thrive in diverse, resource-limited settings while managing complex projects.
Fluency in English and Local Languages in Uganda:
- Fluent in English and [local language(s)], ensuring effective communication with both local communities and international stakeholders.
Strategic Leadership Collaborate closely with the MD to shape and implement the overarching business strategy, ensuring alignment with both short-term and long-term goals. Assist in formulating comprehensive business plans and executing Board directives to foster institutional growth and sustainability. Governance and Vision Alignment Provide robust leadership by establishing sustainable financial and social objectives that reflect the organization’s Mission and Vision, ensuring a focused pathway toward success. Drive the development of a strong governance framework that promotes accountability and transparency throughout the organization. Relationship Management Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the organization's brand and expand its network and partnerships, ultimately enhancing collaboration and mutual success. Organizational Culture and Values Champion the establishment and maintenance of a positive organizational culture that embodies core values and effective practices, fostering an engaged and high-performing management team with clear succession planning. Financial Planning and Oversight Oversee the strategic preparation of organizational plans and budgets, ensuring they are closely aligned with the strategic objectives and priorities of the organization. Direct departmental executives to ensure that operational activities are consistent with the organization’s policies, promoting efficiency and effectiveness. Operational Excellence Spearhead the implementation of operational programs that align with and support the organization’s strategic goals, ensuring cohesive efforts across all levels. Develop and maintain robust structures and processes that support both current operational needs and anticipated future growth. Risk Management Continuously evaluate business and operational risks, craft innovative strategies for risk mitigation, and ensure resilience against potential losses. Define and communicate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities for all direct reports, ensuring clarity and alignment with the organization's objectives. Compliance and Improvement Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across all organizational activities, fostering a culture of integrity and responsibility. Lead initiatives aimed at enhancing operational systems organization-wide, driving a culture of continuous improvement while fostering innovation and creativity. Additional Duties Execute any additional responsibilities assigned by MD, or the Board, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to organizational success. Safeguarding: Establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment. Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and implemented following the safeguarding policy and procedure. Identify the nature of the incident and report according to the safeguarding reporting procedure, and encourage the staff to report accordingly.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: Organizational, Planning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills: Expert in using project management tools to organize tasks, prioritize deadlines, and develop data-driven solutions. Customer Service and Willingness to Work in the Field: Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in diverse field settings, ensuring tailored solutions for all client needs. Business Management and Negotiation Skills: Proven track record in business management and successful negotiations, driving client retention and profitability. Managing and Motivating a Large Staff: Experienced in leading large teams, fostering collaboration, and implementing programs that boost productivity and morale. Communication and Training Skills: Skilled communicator and trainer, adept at delivering clear messages and training programs to enhance team performance. Technical Report Writing and Computer Literacy: Proficient in technical report writing and advanced computer skills, including Excel and Power BI, to analyze and present data. Adaptability to Challenging Environments: Able to adapt to challenging environments and thrive in diverse, resource-limited settings while managing complex projects. Fluency in English and Local Languages in Uganda: Fluent in English and [local language(s)], ensuring effective communication with both local communities and international stakeholders.
Educational & Experience Requirements: Minimum of a first or undergraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited institution and attainment of a professional qualification in any business-related discipline shall an added advantage. Prerequisite post-graduate experience, and significant working experience of at least 05 years at executive management, evidence of experience in several areas of banking operations, including business development, credit, finance, risk management, audit or treasury management.
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Vacancy title:
Chief Operating Officer/ Deputy Managing Director
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Brac
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, May 27 2025
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala | Uganda
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Date Posted: Tuesday, May 13 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Career with BRAC International
BRAC International, founded in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, is the largest non-profit organisation globally, dedicated to empowering communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice across 15 countries in Asia and Africa. It offers scalable solutions in health, agriculture, microfinance, education, and youth empowerment. In 2010, BRAC International Holdings B.V. (BIHBV) was established as a for-profit subsidiary in the Netherlands, focusing on providing microfinance services to women in rural and hard-to-reach areas, aiming to enhance financial resilience and improve their quality of life.
BRAC first expanded its microfinance operations internationally in 2002 and now operates microfinance (MF) activities in 7 soon to be 8 developing countries, over 900,000+ clients, 96% women, a loan portfolio of $235 mln+ and 6700+ staff, 87% women.
BRAC started microfinance in Uganda in 2006, as a part of BRAC Uganda’s social development programmes. It transformed into a Tier 2 Credit Institution to become BRAC Uganda Bank Ltd (BUBL) in 2019. BUBL has the largest network of banking services in the country, providing inclusive financial services for low-income communities to build sustainable livelihoods.
Chief Operating Officer (COO)/ Deputy Managing Director (DMD) BUBL
The COO/DMD will support the Managing Director (MD) in providing overall strategic leadership and driving execution to achieve BUBL’s sustainable growth. This role oversees Banking Operations, Information Technology, Procurement, Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering, and Marketing & Communications, ensuring that all functions operate efficiently and effectively in alignment with the institution’s financial and social objectives.
Strategic Leadership
- Collaborate closely with the MD to shape and implement the overarching business strategy, ensuring alignment with both short-term and long-term goals.
- Assist in formulating comprehensive business plans and executing Board directives to foster institutional growth and sustainability.
Governance and Vision Alignment
- Provide robust leadership by establishing sustainable financial and social objectives that reflect the organization’s Mission and Vision, ensuring a focused pathway toward success.
- Drive the development of a strong governance framework that promotes accountability and transparency throughout the organization.
Relationship Management
- Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the organization's brand and expand its network and partnerships, ultimately enhancing collaboration and mutual success.
Organizational Culture and Values
- Champion the establishment and maintenance of a positive organizational culture that embodies core values and effective practices, fostering an engaged and high-performing management team with clear succession planning.
Financial Planning and Oversight
- Oversee the strategic preparation of organizational plans and budgets, ensuring they are closely aligned with the strategic objectives and priorities of the organization.
- Direct departmental executives to ensure that operational activities are consistent with the organization’s policies, promoting efficiency and effectiveness.
Operational Excellence
- Spearhead the implementation of operational programs that align with and support the organization’s strategic goals, ensuring cohesive efforts across all levels.
- Develop and maintain robust structures and processes that support both current operational needs and anticipated future growth.
Risk Management
- Continuously evaluate business and operational risks, craft innovative strategies for risk mitigation, and ensure resilience against potential losses.
- Define and communicate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities for all direct reports, ensuring clarity and alignment with the organization's objectives.
Compliance and Improvement
- Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across all organizational activities, fostering a culture of integrity and responsibility.
- Lead initiatives aimed at enhancing operational systems organization-wide, driving a culture of continuous improvement while fostering innovation and creativity.
Additional Duties
- Execute any additional responsibilities assigned by MD, or the Board, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to organizational success.
Safeguarding:
- Establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and implemented following the safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Identify the nature of the incident and report according to the safeguarding reporting procedure, and encourage the staff to report accordingly.
Educational & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of a first or undergraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited institution and attainment of a professional qualification in any business-related discipline shall an added advantage.
- Prerequisite post-graduate experience, and significant working experience of at least 05 years at executive management, evidence of experience in several areas of banking operations, including business development, credit, finance, risk management, audit or treasury management.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
Organizational, Planning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills:
- Expert in using project management tools to organize tasks, prioritize deadlines, and develop data-driven solutions.
Customer Service and Willingness to Work in the Field:
- Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in diverse field settings, ensuring tailored solutions for all client needs.
Business Management and Negotiation Skills:
- Proven track record in business management and successful negotiations, driving client retention and profitability.
Managing and Motivating a Large Staff:
- Experienced in leading large teams, fostering collaboration, and implementing programs that boost productivity and morale.
Communication and Training Skills:
- Skilled communicator and trainer, adept at delivering clear messages and training programs to enhance team performance.
Technical Report Writing and Computer Literacy:
- Proficient in technical report writing and advanced computer skills, including Excel and Power BI, to analyze and present data.
Adaptability to Challenging Environments:
- Able to adapt to challenging environments and thrive in diverse, resource-limited settings while managing complex projects.
Fluency in English and Local Languages in Uganda:
- Fluent in English and [local language(s)], ensuring effective communication with both local communities and international stakeholders.
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