Job Description

Posted 1 day ago

Role Summary

BAB seeks a visionary and dynamic CEO to lead the institution. The CEO will be a strategic thinker and persuasive communicator, responsible for fostering collaboration, influencing policy, and driving the execution of BAB’s mission and long-term vision. This is a rare opportunity to shape the national banking agenda and lead meaningful sector-wide transformation1.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of BAB’s strategic plan, aligned with the Council’s vision and national priorities.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure policy alignment with member interests.

• Human Capital Management: Build a high-performing team by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent that upholds BAB’s standards of excellence.

• Public Education & Awareness: Lead nationwide financial literacy campaigns and promote responsible banking practices through public education initiatives.

• Innovation & Technology: Drive the sector’s digital evolution by promoting innovation in banking and payments infrastructure.

• Visibility & Advocacy: Serve as the official spokesperson for BAB, delivering consistent, informed, and proactive engagement with the media, stakeholders, and the public.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all legal, regulatory, and statutory obligations relevant to BAB’s operations and governance.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee day-to-day operations, including budgeting, procurement, human resources, and IT, ensuring efficient execution of internal policies and strategic objectives1.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, Law, Banking, Computer Science, or related field.

• Ten (10) years of experience in a financial institution or similar environment, with 5 years’ executive management experience with leadership, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy experience1.

Tagged as: Bankers Association of Botswana (BAB)

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