Careers

About FMFB-A:

As a background, FMFB-A started its operation in 2004 and is part of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM), which has financial institutions operating in different countries throughout the world. It is affiliated with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of development agencies working in health, education, culture and rural economic development.

Job Summary: 

The primary responsibility of the Shariah master trainer is to plan and conduct Islamic banking products training in all provinces where FMFB-A has active branches. Evaluate the training sessions before and after the training, prepare and arrange comprehensive presentations, and provide detailed reports after the completion of each training to the Shariah Research and Training Manager.

Job Details:

Title	Shariah Master Trainer	# of Vacancies	1
Nationality	Afghan	Grade, Salary	As per the Bank salary scale
Type	Full-time	Closing date	September 20, 2024
Duration	Permanent	Location	Shariah Department, HO
Vacancy No.	FMFB-HR-0119-2024	Gender	Male

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive cooperation with the Shariah training manager for developing an annual training plan for Islamic banking training.
• Identify and assess the training needs of FMFB-A departments in Islamic banking and propose efficient interventions.
• Devise an overall and individualized training and development tool and plan that addresses the needs and expectations of each department.
• Work closely with the FMFB-A departments to ensure they understand the main concept of Islamic banking products and services.
• Design and deliver a capacity-strengthening program in the Islamic banking section for all FMFB-A employees in FMFB-A regional and provincial locations, as well as in Kabul.
• Provide regular mentoring and evaluate the knowledge of trainees after the completion of the training.
• Travel to provinces of Afghanistan where FMFB-A has branches for conducting Islamic banking training.
• Oversee all aspects of the training program, including trainee’s attendance, pre/post evaluation, and training report.
• Monitor the training program’s effectiveness and successes regularly, and report regularly on activities and impact.
• Resolve any specific problems and tailor programs as necessary.
• Deploy a wide variety of training methods.
• Provide updates to the training materials and tools.
• Ensure full compliance with FMFB policies/procedures.
• Other tasks or responsibilities, as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Shariah or its equivalent, BA or MA in Islamic Studies or Islamic Finance, Islamic Jurisprudence (Usul- al-Fiqh).
• Islamic transaction / commercial law (Fiqh ul- Mu’amalat) OR Relevant experience and knowledge in Shariah.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience preferably in Shariah related research and development,
• Strong knowledge of Shariah & law or Fqih ul- Muamalat. Knowledge of the banking industry. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who is self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication Skills.
• Proficiency in local languages and English. Arabic language knowledge is preferred.
• Some Knowledge of investment and Islamic financing industry, AAOIFI standards.
• Experience in Islamic Banking and Finance.

Submission Guideline:

If you meet the above requirements, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. Please send us your CV along with a cover letter via email at (vacancies@fmfb.com.af).

Please make sure that your email includes the vacancy ID as the subject line.

Note that, only the candidates who are meeting the requirements of the position will be shortlisted.

About FMFB-A:

As a background, FMFB-A started its operation in 2004 and is part of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM), which has financial institutions operating in different countries throughout the world. It is affiliated with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of development agencies working in health, education, culture and rural economic development.

Job Summary:

The Head of Security (HoS) support FMFB-A to provide and implement the required security and safety measures, i.e. to its personnel, visitors, buildings, information and other assets. The post holder will implement a holistic and dynamic security provide for the Bank, advising on activity and covering all areas of risk. The HoS collaborates with other departments to fulfil a wide variety of strategic initiatives to ensure the protection of the staff, customers and assets of the Bank.

Job Details:

Title	Head of Security	# of Vacancies	1
Nationality	Afghan	Grade, Salary	As per the Bank salary scale
Type	Full-time	Closing date	September 26, 2024
Duration	Permanent	Location	Security Department, Kabul Province
Vacancy ID.	FMFB-HR-0117-2024	Gender	Male

Duties and responsibilities:

• To provide detailed strategic analysis and security risk assessments for current and perceived threats for all bank activities at least monthly to the CEO. Assess FMFB-A location security needs and provide detailed reports providing security solutions, advisories and direction in mitigating threats and risks.
• To propose appropriate and cost-effective security mitigation models that will allow the banks’ infrastructure to remain protected within financial restrictions.
• Develop and Implement the approved security documentation, security planning and incident business continuity at a country level in support of FMFB-A.
• To provide oversight management of all bank employee security, asset security and the protection of FMFB-A’s reputation in the face of security incidents.  In addition, to manage the secondary security contract providers and offer advice in times of contractual renewals.
• The implementation and maintenance of a Threat Warning System by SMS that provides all staff members with real-time information about risks or incidents in their areas.
• To ensure that FMFB-A has all the required security-related documentation, that incidents or shortfalls is captured when documents are reviewed and that documentation is correctly stored in the Security Shared Drive.
• To ensure that the reactive and active procedures are in place should there be a security-related incident.
• To be the bank’s main point of contact with regards to security-related issues and when needed to provide detailed reports or analysis to external agencies supporting FMFB-A.
• To act as a specific advisor about staff threats and as a support advisor in internal crime not covered by Internal Audit Department FMFB-A.
• To provide technical and physical direction during incidents and maintain the FMFB-A Crisis Management approach.

Staff Management & Development:

• Ensure the overall effective management of the staff under supervision, ensuring that staff members have clear objectives and focused work plans.
• Participate in the recruitment of new staff and actively contribute to their onboarding and development.
• Cultivate and work on developing a high-performance team, by proactively engaging in career development discussions, mentorship, coaching and other development measures.

Other Duties:

• Represent the Bank in industrial and professional associations, community organizations, local business groups, etc., and promote the Bank’s favourable image.
• Perform any other activity that may be required aligning with the responsibilities of the post.

Qualifications:

Education:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, security or any other related social science area.
• Relevant professional training or certification desirable.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in the field of security in international organisations.
• A strong background in physical security and safety, executive or hostile close protection, crisis management, business continuity planning, security risk assessment and security awareness training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A comprehensive knowledge of the local political, security and ethnically related issues in Afghanistan.
• Excellent management skills, including scheduling tasks and supervising staff.
• Innovative, technical and analytic problem-solving abilities.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to create excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Have high ethical standards and integrity in both personal and professional dealings.
• Exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence and embrace pluralism and inclusiveness.
• Show humility and authenticity in the relationships at all levels.
• The incumbent should possess excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English and Dari. Any other languages are an asset.

Submission Guideline:

If you meet the above requirements, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. Please send us your CV along with a cover letter via email at (vacancies@fmfb.com.af).

Please make sure that your email includes the vacancy ID as the subject line.

Note that, only the candidates who are meeting the requirements of the position will be shortlisted.

About FMFB-A:

As a background, FMFB-A started its operation in 2004, and is part of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM), which has financial institutions operating in different countries throughout the world. It is affiliated with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of development agencies working in health, education, culture and rural economic development.

Job Summary: 

The incumbent of the position is responsible for extending the timely and quality administrative support to the Branch Management, sorting, organizing and management of branch documents including customer files and title deeds. Branch Assistant has back office role and works very closely with branch clerks to ensure that branch documentations and filing is well organized. Branch Assistant is also responsible for scanning hard copy documents in the branch and make sure proper arrangement of the documents after scanning.

Branch Assistant will also work very closely with Archive Unit in Head Office to ensure old documents are archived on timely basis so that enough space is available in the branch. Branch Assistants also identifying the branch stationary needs and collaborating with Branch Clerk for addressing the logistics issues in a timely manner, collaboration with logistics for timely procurement and logistics services, etc.

Job Details:

Title	Branch Assistant	# of Vacancies	1
Nationality	Afghan	Grade, Salary	As per the Bank salary scale
Type	Full-time	Closing date	September 12, 2024
Duration	Permanent	Location	Herat 2 Branch
Vacancy No.	FMFB-HR-0118-2024	Gender	Male

Duties and responsibilities:

• Sort, organize, management and archive all branch hard copy documents including but not limited to customer files and title deeds.
• Scan all the documents like account opening forms, loan application forms, Online Banking forms, remittances and other documents for sending to centralized account opening Unit, Centralized Credit Admin Unit, Alternative Delivery channel Unit and Payment Unit in Head Office.
• Creating KYC number and CIF in Flexcube after receiving complete documents from CRO/Saving Officer/Account Officer.
• Organize title deeds in the branch and make sure no one else should have access to sensitive documents without written approval of Branch Manager or his designate as per archive policy and procedures.
• Keep and maintain branch archive keys to protect documents.
• Fill handover forms and making sure written approval is there for any handover of title deed to any staff.
• Fill the forms for the physical movement of the documents and make sure authorized signature is completed for physical movement and handover of documents.
• Manage Branch admin and logistical needs in coordination with Operation and Professional Services Department.
• Assist the DBM for Credit Committee Meeting documentations and help with printing client loan contracts.
• Assist the CRO, Relationship Officer, Account Officer and other front-line staff in updating KYC process of customers by scanning the documents and sending to relevant Head Office Unit.
• Making sure that branch archive and records are kept clean.
• Any other task assigned by the respective supervisor/s.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or related to the field, with one years of experience or baccalaureates with two years of experience.
• The experience should be related to the field or administrative field.
• Good understanding and knowledge of loan documentations, account opening and KYC related documents.
• Good command of written and spoken English, reasonably computer literate, good interpersonal and communication skills.

Submission Guideline:

If you meet the above requirements, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. Please send us your CV along with a cover letter via email at (vacancies@fmfb.com.af).

Please make sure that your email includes the vacancy ID as the subject line.

Note that, only the candidates who are meeting the requirements of the position will be shortlisted.

About FMFB-A:

As a background, FMFB-A started its operation in 2004 and is part of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM), which has financial institutions operating in different countries throughout the world. It is affiliated with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of development agencies working in health, education, culture and rural economic development.

Job Summary: 

The incumbent of the position is responsible to mobilize deposit by selling CASA products and services. The position shall be responsible for visiting customers and introducing FMFB-A products and services to potential depositors. Relationship officer shall be responsible to identify potential depositors, plan visits after analyzing their needs, offer products and services which are required by the potential customers. The Relationship Officer shall be also involved in promotions, marketing and PR activities with focus on deposit growth. The position shall have targets for mobilizing deposits and incentives will be paid based on the deposit incentive system.

Job Details:

Title	Relationship Officer	# of Vacancies	1
Nationality	Afghan	Grade, Salary	As per the Bank salary scale
Duration	Permanent	Closing date	September 13, 2024
Type	Full Time	Gender	Male
Vacancy. #	FMFB-HR-0113-2024	Location	Kunduz Branch

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and analyze potential customer needs.
• Visit potential depositors both retail and corporate depositors to offer bank products and services to achieve and exceed deposit targets.
• Ensure to facilitate and follow up on customer issues internally and manage deposit attritions.
• Attend sales, marketing and promotion activities of the bank including exhibitions and marketing campaigns.
• Actively participate in bidding process for large deposits from government institutions including bulk payroll processing.
• Work with Relationship Manager to communicate customer needs and demands, share feedbacks, inform about other bank products and services to maintain awareness on deposit products, services and pricing to remain competitive in the market.
• Regularly attend sales meetings, engage with Branch Management and Relationship Manager for deposit mobilization.
• Visit high net worth customers on regular basis to ensure that relationship is maintained and conduct presentations of new deposits schemes to existing customers and to new potential customers.
• Assist the marketing team or any other independent customer satisfaction surveys and data collections.

Qualifications:

• Having bachelor degree in business administration, economics, finance, accounting, management with 2 years’ experience or Baccalaureates with 3 years working experience.
• The experiences should be in sales and marketing or relevant to the field or in similar to field.
• Having knowledge for usage and features of various card schemes, transaction-based services, ATM, POS, CASA products.
• Having knowledge of various core banking systems and AML/CFT requirements.
• High level proficiency in spoken and written English, good command of the predominant local languages – Dari and Pashto.
• Good command on MS Excel and PowerPoint presentation.

Submission Guideline:

If you meet the above requirements, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. Please send us your CV along with a cover letter via email at (vacancies@fmfb.com.af).

Please make sure that your email includes the vacancy ID as the subject line.

Note that, only the candidates who are meeting the requirements of the position will be shortlisted.