Country Head – Banking Executive Leadership

About the role

The institution seeks an experienced, commercially driven Country Head to lead its operations in the Union of the Comoros. This senior executive will shape growth across SME, corporate, retail and digital banking, driving lending, deposit mobilisation and digital adoption.

Key responsibilities

• Protect and extend market position while delivering sustainable growth across all banking segments.
• Grow the loan portfolio with strong credit discipline and risk management.
• Increase deposit mobilisation and optimise balance‑sheet utilisation.
• Expand diaspora banking, remittance services and digital channels.
• Develop market leadership in trade finance, logistics financing, government and correspondent banking.
• Build and lead a high‑performing executive team focused on commercial growth.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulators, government bodies and strategic partners.
• Provide strategic leadership and communicate effectively with the board and senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• 10‑15 years of experience in banking or financial services.
• Minimum 5 years in a P&L‑owning executive role (CEO, Country Head, MD, etc.).
• Proven track record of growing loans, deposits, revenue and profitability.
• Strong expertise in credit management and asset quality.
• Experience leading digital banking transformation.
• Excellent board‑level communication and regulatory relationship skills.
• Experience in emerging or resource‑conscious markets.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to own a country‑level mandate and drive transformational growth.
• Leadership of a senior executive team in a leading financial institution.
• Exposure to diverse banking segments and digital innovation.