ZANACO JOBS - MERCHANT SALES REGIONAL SPECIALIST (X3)


Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc (Zanaco) is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following job aimed at contributing to the Bank’s strategic vision, in the Digital Banking Divisionunder the Sales Department at Head Office:-
MERCHANT SALES REGIONAL SPECIALIST (X3)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for setting up and accelerating growth of an active Merchant banking network in the assigned region. Accountable for all related financial and service Key Performance Indicators.
Under the supervision of the Head Merchant Sales, the following are among the Job Key Responsibilities:-
  • Define and execute merchant onboarding strategy.
  • Define and execute merchant activation strategy at the point of onboarding.
  • Responsible for regional revenue performance of the merchant sales channel.
  • Identify and increase opportunities to increase merchant sales penetration.
  • Conduct quarterly market sizing and provide initiatives to stay ahead of market.
  • Ensure merchants receive all relevant training at activation.
  • Ensure training, implementation and support advice.
  • Ensure compliance to due diligence process at merchant onboarding
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACT
  • External: Local Regulators.
  • Internal: All Divisions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Grade 12 Credit or above mandatory in Mathematics and English and any other three subjects.
  • Degree in a relevant field or professional qualification from a recognised university.
  • At least three (3) years banking experience.
  • Understanding of Agency banking models and regulatory requirements.
  • Understanding of relevant legislation e.g. KYC, anti - money laundering, banking code.
  • Demonstrated complaint handling and skills certifications.
JOB CORE COMPETENCIES
  • Verbal and written communication.
  • Delighting customers.
  • Networking/liaison.
  • Persuading and selling.
  • Drive for results.
  • Self-starter.
  • Team work.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Analysis.
  • Monitoring.
  • Problem solving.
  • Conceptual thinking.
  • Strategic leadership.
  • Presentation and facilitation.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications must have an application/cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae indicating the position being applied for in the subject line and should be sent by email to vacancies@zanaco.co.zm no later than Monday, 21st August, 2017.
Kindly note that you MUST attach copies of qualifications along with the application/ cover letter and curriculum vitae.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE COMMUNICATED TO.
Zanaco provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons and prohibits discrimination in employment (women are encouraged to apply).