Senior Associate, Disbursement

OVERVIEW

JOB PURPOSE

This role is responsible for the timely processing of utilization requests under trade finance facilities in accordance with approved terms and conditions while ensuring observance of prescribed processes. This also includes servicing clients, liaising with syndicate partners and correspondents and recording of disbursements and related transactions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Examine utilization requests received from clients to ensure compliance with the facility terms and conditions as well as compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Examine shipping documents against facility terms and conditions.
• Process disbursements in accordance with internal standards.
• Participate in the Issuance, Confirmation, Amendment, Extension, Negotiation, Acceptance and Cancellation of Import/Export Letters of Credit and Standby Letters of Credit.
• Prepare all relevant SWIFT messages.
• Update clients on the status of their requests.
• Maintain quality service levels for both clients and syndicate partners with a focus on accuracy, compliance and efficiency.
• Manage correspondence with syndicate partners under a syndicated facility in relation to their contributions.
• Liaise with banks and other intermediary financial institutions to resolve any issues and ensure all tasks are properly handled.
• Participate in department initiatives and enhancements.
• Monitor and record the collection of fees.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

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ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Economics or a related field. 
• A Masters degree and/or a relevant professional certificate is an advantage.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role in Banking and/or Trade Finance/Operations Function.

SKILLS & NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE

• English and French are Compulsory

ABOUT APPLICATION PROCESS

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

• Resume/CV
• Copy of passport
• Academic certificate

If you are currently an IsDB Regular staff applying for this role and get selected through the competitive selection process; your current contract type and other terms and conditions will remain unchanged.
 

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