The position is based in Ngaoundéré.
I. JOB PURPOSE
The Head of Retail Banking is responsible for leading and driving the overall strategy, growth, and profitability
of the Emerging Affluent (Advantage) and Mass (Classic, Sole Proprietors, Youth) segments. This role will ensurethe development and implementation of innovative products, services, and customer engagement models toenhance market penetration, customer satisfaction, and financial performance within these segments. The rolerequires strong collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to achieve segment objectivesand contribute to the overall business strategy. II. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Segment Strategy Development – Lead the development and execution of strategies for the Emerging Affluentand Mass Market segments, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives of Consumer Banking.Revenue Growth – Drive revenue growth across all segments by identifying new business opportunities,optimizing product offerings, and enhancing customer value propositions.Cost Management – Oversee the financial performance of the segments, managing the P&L to ensureprofitability and cost efficiency. Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service quality.Performance Monitoring – Set financial targets for each segment and regularly monitor performance againstthese targets, taking corrective actions as necessary to ensure achievement.Analyze segment performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.Optimize product and pricing strategies to maximize revenue and profitability.Manage segment budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.Conduct market research and analysis to identify new growth opportunities.Business StrategyCustomer Proposition – Develop and refine customer propositions for the Emerging Affluent, Mass Market andEmployee Banking, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the target markets.Customer Acquisition and Retention – Lead initiatives to drive customer acquisition, retention, and engagementacross all segments, with a focus on building long-term relationships and enhancing customer loyalty.Service Delivery – Ensure that high standards of customer service are maintained across all touchpoints, with afocus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.Market Intelligence – Stay abreast of market trends, customer behaviors, and competitive dynamics to informthe development of segment strategies and propositions.Customer ExcellenceJOB LEVEL: 8 / JOB GRADE: 4B II. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Leadership – Provide strong leadership and direction to the Segment Proposition Owners, ensuring
alignment with the overall strategy and goals of the Consumer Banking division.
Talent Development – Identify, develop, and retain top talent within the retail segments, ensuring that teams
have the skills and capabilities needed to drive business success.
Performance Management – Establish clear performance expectations for direct reports, providing regular
feedback and coaching to drive high performance and professional growth.
Leadership and People Management
Operational Efficiency – Drive operational excellence within the segments by optimizing processes, reducing
inefficiencies, and implementing best practices to enhance productivity and service delivery. Risk Management – Ensure that all segment activities are conducted in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, mitigating any potential risks to the business, working with 1.5 LOD. Technology Enablement – Leverage technology to enhance customer engagement, streamline operations, and improve the overall efficiency of the retail banking segments. Data Analytics – Utilize data and analytics to drive decision-making, track performance, and identify areas for improvement across all segments. Develop and implement efficient processes for customer onboarding, account management, and service delivery across all segments. Establish and maintain robust processes and controls to ensure operational efficiency and risk mitigation. Monitor operational performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions as needed. Process, Control and Operational Performance Innovation – Lead the identification and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance the customer proposition and drive competitive advantage within the retail segments. Market Expansion – Explore opportunities for expanding the retail banking footprint, particularly within the Emerging Affluent, Mass Market, and Diaspora segments, through strategic partnerships and new market entry initiatives. Cross-Segment Collaboration – Collaborate with other segments and functions within the Consumer and Commercial Banking division, as well as the broader organization, to ensure a cohesive approach to customer engagement and revenue generation. Identify and evaluate new business opportunities to expand the company’s reach and customer base across all segments. Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate risks and respond effectively to market fluctuations and disruptions.
Identify emerging market trends, customer needs, and competitive threats, recommending strategic responses.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategic initiatives with organizational priorities and resource
allocation.
Strategic Initiatives
III. JOB CONTEXT
The position interacts with all products, businesses and enabling functions.
The position reports to Head Consumer Banking.
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Warning
The Use of this title does not indicate any limitation on your duties or job function and you may be
assigned to different duties or asked to carry out additional duties from time to time.
IV. JOB PROFILE
Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience minimum of 10 years of experience in retail banking, with at least 8 years in a leadership role
managing multiple segments or business units.
Strong track record of driving customer-centric initiatives and delivering results in a highly competitive market
environment.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and lead change initiatives effectively.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent
advanced degree is highly desirable.
Personal Attributes
Strategic understanding of the Consumer business and good management skills.
Ability to establish direction and drive execution
Excellent at delivering and owning results
Leadership and people development skills are required, in order to develop and maintain effective working
relationships both externally and internally, with peers, direct reports and customers.
Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
Knowledge of either English and or French
V. APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit your CV and motivation letter to
ECM-Recruit@ecobank.com latest
July 10th, 2025, at 5pm prompt,
with the subject “Head, Retail Banking”
NB: Only applications matching with the desired profile will be contacted.
Ecobank is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of gender, religion, ethnicity,
physical ability, etc…