Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Jobs : Head, Macro-Prudential Analysis

Central Bank of Nigeria ( CBN) is Recruiting into Graduate Experienced Positions. Our Head Office in Abuja, is seeking qualified, skilled, and energetic individuals to fill the vacant positions of Macro-Prudential Analyst (Deputy Director), Senior Economists – Principal Economists (Managers – Senior Managers) in the Financial Policy and Regulation, Monetary Policy, Research, Statisticsand Development Finance Departments of the Bank.  Job Title: Head, Macro-Prudential Analysis Group Head, Macro-Prudential Analysis (Financial Policy & Regulation Department) Job Role: Head, Macro-Prudential Analysis (Deputy Director) The ideal candidates must be Nigerian nationals with strong leadership qualities, analytical, writing and presentation skills, and established track records in academia, banking, or consulting in relevant industry. They must also have a strong working knowledge of modern research techniques. Job Profile: The position requires a top-ranking Economist with cutting edge competencies in monetary economics, open-economy macro-economics, and quantitative methods.  Reports directly, to the Director, Financial Policy and Regulations Department. Job Responsibilities Analyzes Macroeconomic developments in Nigeria and globally Advises Management on system risk management Reviews reports on all aspects of policy and Regulation of financial institutions prepared by teams in the group. Manages Credit Risk Management System (CRMS) returns rendition and compliance Conducts periodic Bank ratings Undertakes financial institutions stress testing Prepares periodic management reports, e.g. Industry updates and developments Develops baseline ratings of financial institutions Maintains the e-FASS data base Carries out other duties as assigned. Competence Requirements Core Skills Analytical skills International financial market practices Examination and inspection skills Interpretation and application of banking policies Advanced Risk Management skills Understanding of credit analysis, banking operations, money and capital market operations, Foreign Exchange Operations, Auditing/Examination practices and techniques. International supervisory and regulatory practices. Organization and co-ordination skills. Writing and communication skills. Budgeting and Cost Management. P/C Personal productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. Generic Skills: Strategic Orientation Team work Numerical Skills Motivation Result Orientation Interpersonal Relationship Ability Action Planning Creativity/innovation Qualification A PhD in Macroeconomics and an additional qualification/practical experience in Risk Management. Experience Minimum of 12 years working experience in a financial environment is required, at least 7 of which must be in macro prudential analysis. Application Deadline 21st October, 2011 (5 pm). Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online