About Our Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

Our client's infrastructure powers millions of transactions daily, and they are seeking a Scrum Master (External Integrations) to drive Agile delivery for API-based solutions, third-party partnerships, and ecosystem integrations that enhance the bank's digital transformation..

Role Overview

As Scrum Master, External Integrations, you will facilitate Agile delivery for the bank's external systems, including API gateways, fintech partnerships, and cross-platform integrations. You will ensure timely feature releases, regulatory compliance, and seamless collaboration between internal teams and external partners. This role drives sprint efficiency, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment to support the bank's digital ecosystem.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years as a Scrum Master in banking/fintech with focus on API ecosystems or third-party integrations.
• Certifications:
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM SAFe)
  • API/Integration certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, MuleSoft Certified Developer).

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • API gateways (Apigee, Kong), Open Banking Standards and fintech collaboration models.
  • Contract testing (Pact), sandbox environments, and CI/CD for APIs
  • Security protocols (OAuth2.0, MTLS) and regulatory frameworks (PSD2, GDPR)
• stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute Agile transformation roadmaps for external integrations, aligning with Open Banking standards (e.g., PSD2, BIAN) and PCI DSS compliance.
• Ensure consistent Scrum practices across squads (API development, third-party onboarding, security) through standardized tools (Jira, Confluence) and SOPs.
• Champion Agile culture by mentoring teams, conducting workshops, and driving mindset shifts for seamless collaboration with external partners.

Operational Excellence

• Optimize CI/CD pipelines for API releases, ensuring zero-downtime deployments and backward compatibility.
• Streamline third-party vendor onboarding processes to reduce integration timelines by 30%.
• Implement automated testing (contract testing, sandbox environments) to validate external integrations pre-production.

Security & Compliance

• Embed security-first practices into sprints (OAuth2.0, MTLS, GDPR compliance) and track risks in backlogs.
• Align backlog prioritization with regulatory deadlines (e.g., Open Banking mandates) and partner SLAs.
• Integrate Agile delivery with formal change management for external system updates (ITIL-based approvals).

Innovation & Modernization

• Drive adoption of API monetization strategies (e.g., developer portals, tiered access models).
• Pilot event-driven architectures (Kafka, Webhooks) for real-time partner notifications.
• Reduce technical debt by modernizing legacy integrations (SOAP → RESTful APIs).

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the bridge between Scrum teams, external vendors, and senior leadership (Product, Risk, Compliance).
• Provide transparent dashboards on integration milestones, risks, and value delivery.
• Facilitate cross-team coordination for dependencies (e.g., core banking ↔ payment gateway ↔ fintech APIs).

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

Our client’s infrastructure powers millions of emergency transactions daily (e.g., disaster relief payments, crisis loans). They seek a Scrum Master for Digital Emergencies to streamline Agile processes for mission-critical systems, ensuring scalability and compliance during high-pressure scenarios.

Role Overview

As Scrum Master, Emergencies, you will drive Agile transformation for systems handling time-sensitive financial operations (e.g., emergency payroll, humanitarian disbursements). You will ensure sprint efficiency, risk mitigation, and real-time stakeholder alignment to uphold the bank’s resilience during crises.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.

• 4+ years as a Scrum Master in banking/fintech, emergency tech, or humanitarian IT.
• Certifications:
  • CSM/PSM & DevOps for Resilience (e.g., AWS Disaster Recovery, HashiCorp Sentinel).
  • Crisis-response training (e.g., ITIL for Critical Incidents, Red Cross Agile Humanitarian Certification).

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • Proven ability to scale Agile under pressure (e.g., war-room sprints, incident command systems).
  • Disaster-ready tech(e.g., offline-first apps, mesh networks, low-bandwidth UX).
  • Mastery of high-availability architectures (multi-region DBs, circuit breakers)
• Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Strategic Leadership

• Facilitate blitz sprints for rapid deployment of emergency features (e.g., bulk payment APIs, outage-resistant authentication).
• Embed disaster recovery protocols into Agile workflows (e.g., failover testing in retrospectives).
• Coordinate with government/NGOs to prioritize regulatory-compliant emergency solutions.

Operational Excellence

• Accelerate cloud migration of legacy emergency systems (e.g., SMS-based disbursements → serverless APIs).
• Champion zero-downtime deployments (blue-green, canary releases) for high-availability services.
• Pilot AI-driven anomaly detection to flag fraud during crisis transactions.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure real-time audit trails for emergency transactions (aligned with CBN/Fraudwatch standards).
• Integrate biometric/KYC shortcuts for rapid beneficiary onboarding during disasters.
• Partner with cybersecurity to automate threat response in high-traffic scenarios.

Innovation & Modernization

• Test blockchain for transparent aid disbursement tracking.
• Implement edge computing to process offline transactions in low-connectivity areas.
• Design chaos engineering sprints to simulate crisis loads (e.g., 10x transaction spikes).

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the bridge between emergency response teams (IT, ops, legal) and Agile developers.
• Deliver minute-by-minute updates to C-level during system outages or surge events.
• Train teams on FEMA-inspired Agile protocols for rapid decision-making.

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

The institution is seeking a Head, Enterprise Backup and Storage to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of their data storage and backup systems. This role is critical in safeguarding the bank’s data assets and ensuring business continuity in a highly regulated environment.

Role Overview

As the Head, Enterprise Backup and Storage, you will lead the strategic planning, implementation, and management of the bank’s enterprise storage and backup infrastructure. You will ensure data integrity, availability, and compliance with regulatory standards while optimizing performance and cost-efficiency

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s degree or certifications in storage technologies (e.g., EMC, NetApp, AWS Storage) or data protection (e.g., Veeam Certified Engineer, Commvault Certified Professional) preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in enterprise storage and backup management, with 4+ years in a leadership role within banking or fintech.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale storage and backup environments in a 24/7 financial institution.
• Certifications:
  • Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
  • ITIL 4 Strategic Leader (SL)
  • Certified Storage Architect (SCSA)
  • AWS/ Azure Certified Solutions Architect
  • CISSP

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • enterprise storage solutions (e.g., EMC, NetApp, Pure Storage) and backup technologies (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).
  • cloud storage (AWS S3, Azure Blob) and hybrid infrastructure integration.
  • Experience with disaster recovery planning, data replication, and archiving solutions.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex storage and backup issues.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the enterprise storage and backup strategy, aligned with the bank’s technology roadmap and business objectives.
• Serve as the primary advisor to senior leadership on storage and backup technologies, risks, and innovation opportunities.
• Champion initiatives to modernize storage and backup solutions, ensuring scalability and resilience.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise storage solutions (e.g., SAN, NAS, object storage) and backup systems (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).
• Ensure high availability, performance, and disaster recovery readiness for critical data assets.
• Lead capacity planning and optimization to meet current and future business needs.

Security & Compliance

• Implement and enforce robust backup policies, ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CBN, NDPR, GDPR).
• Oversee disaster recovery testing and business continuity planning for storage and backup systems.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices, including encryption, access controls, and audit trails.

Innovation & Modernization

• Build and lead a high-performing team of storage and backup specialists, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Represent the storage and backup function in governance meetings, audits, and regulatory engagements.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate and adopt emerging storage and backup technologies (e.g., cloud storage, hyper-converged infrastructure, AI-driven analytics) to enhance efficiency.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives, balancing performance, scalability, and budget constraints.

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

The institution is seeking a Head, Enterprise Application Support to drive the bank’s enterprise applications, ensuring their availability, scalability, and alignment with business objectives.

Role Overview

As the Head, Enterprise Application Support, you will lead the strategic and operational management of the bank’s enterprise applications, ensuring their availability, scalability, and alignment with business objectives. You will oversee a team of support professionals, drive incident resolution, and implement best practices to optimize system performance and user satisfaction.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or certifications in IT Service Management (e.g., ITIL), cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), or enterprise applications preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in application support, with 4+ years in a leadership role within banking or fintech.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale enterprise applications (e.g., core banking, ERP, CRM) in a 24/7 environment.

• Certifications:
  • ITIL 4 Managing Professional (MP)
  • COBIT 2019 Foundation
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Vendor-Specific (e.g., OCI, Azure, AWS Architect)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • core banking platforms (e.g., Finacle, Oracle FLEXCUBE) and middleware technologies.
  • ITIL processes, incident management tools (e.g., ServiceNow), and monitoring solutions (e.g., Splunk, Dynatrace).
  • cloud-based applications (AWS, Azure) and hybrid infrastructure.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and drive RCA.

• stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the enterprise application support strategy, ensuring alignment with the bank’s technology roadmap and business goals.
• Serve as a key advisor to the CTO and senior leadership on application performance, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the support and maintenance of core banking applications (e.g., Finacle), and other enterprise systems.
• Lead incident management processes, ensuring timely resolution of critical issues and minimizing business disruption.
• Implement proactive monitoring and alerting systems to detect and address potential issues before they impact operations.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure applications meet performance SLAs and adhere to regulatory and security standards (e.g., CBN, NDPR).
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Establish and enforce ITIL-based support processes, including change, problem, and release management.

Innovation & Modernization

• Build and lead a high-performing application support team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Mentor and develop technical talent, ensuring the team stays updated with emerging technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, cybersecurity, DevOps) to streamline support operations.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with software vendors, third-party service providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless support delivery.
• Represent the application support function in governance meetings, audits, and regulatory engagements.

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

The institution is seeking a Head, Database Management and Administration to ensure the optimal performance, security, and scalability of their critical database systems. This leadership role is pivotal in maintaining data integrity, availability, and compliance across the enterprise.

Role Overview

As the Head, Database Management and Administration, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the bank's database ecosystems. You will lead a team of database professionals to ensure high availability, performance tuning, and secure management of both relational and non-relational databases, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or certifications in database technologies (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft SQL Server Certification, AWS Database Specialty) preferred.
• 7+ years of hands-on database administration experience, with 4+ years in a leadership role within banking or fintech.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, high-availability database environments in a 24/7 financial institution.
• Certifications:
  • Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
  • ITIL 4 Strategic Leader (SL)
  • Oracle OCM or OCI Database Professional
  • Azure DBA Associate or AWS Database Specialty
  • CISSP

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) database systems.
  • database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On, Data Guard).
  • cloud database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL) and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible).
  • data governance, compliance frameworks, and ITIL processes.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues under pressure.
• stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the enterprise database strategy, ensuring alignment with the bank's technology roadmap and business goals.
• Serve as the primary advisor to senior leadership on database technologies, architecture, and innovation opportunities.
• Champion database modernization initiatives to enhance performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the management, maintenance, and optimization of mission-critical database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
• Implement robust monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting practices to ensure peak database performance and minimal downtime.
• Lead capacity planning and scalability initiatives to support business growth and evolving data needs.

Security & Compliance

• Enforce stringent database security measures, including access controls, encryption, and audit trails, in compliance with CBN, NDPR, and GDPR regulations.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and high-availability strategies (e.g., clustering, replication, backup solutions).
• Ensure adherence to data governance policies and regulatory standards across all database environments.

Innovation & Modernization

• Build and mentor a high-performing database administration team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Manage relationships with database vendors (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft), cloud providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Represent the database function in cross-functional meetings, audits, and regulatory engagements.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate and integrate emerging database technologies (e.g., cloud-native databases, in-memory systems, AI-driven analytics).
• Drive the adoption of hybrid and multi-cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud) to enhance flexibility and resilience.

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, International Relations, Environmental Law, Media, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in policy advocacy, media relations, or corporate communications, preferably in conservation, sustainability, development, or public interest sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing advocacy campaigns, influencing legislation or policy, and engaging with senior government or intergovernmental stakeholders.
• Strong familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks related to environment and conservation is an added advantage.

Skills/Competence Requirements

• Strong policy analysis, legal interpretation, and strategic advocacy skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in persuasive storytelling, public speaking, and content development.
• Deep understanding of media dynamics, digital communications, and brand management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, coalition building, and public affairs.
• Strong judgment, leadership presence, and ability to represent the organization at the highest levels.
• Proficiency with communication tools, analytics, and design platforms is desirable.

• Lead the development of science-based policy positions aligned with NCF’s strategic priorities.
• Design and implement national and sub-national advocacy strategies to influence environmental legislation, policies, and resource allocation.
• Engage with policymakers, legislators, regulators, and partners to promote policy outcomes supportive of conservation.
• Provide legal support and guidance on policy-related matters and represent NCF in relevant policy or legislative platforms.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications and branding strategy that strengthens public awareness, stakeholder confidence, and NCF’s reputation.
• Oversee media relations, including press releases, interviews, crisis communications, and media partnerships.
• Serve as the official spokesperson for the Foundation on advocacy and public relations matters.
• Oversee development of impactful content across digital platforms—web, social media, email campaigns, and multimedia.
• Guide storytelling initiatives, publications, graphic design, internal communications, and editorial calendars to ensure brand consistency and strategic alignment.
• Measure digital engagement performance and adapt strategies to maximize reach and influence.
• Collaborate with programme, fundraising, and executive teams to align messaging and donor communications.
• Support community campaigns, public dialogues, and coalition-building efforts.
• Lead strategic events and conferences aimed at raising NCF’s profile and positioning within the national and global conservation ecosystem.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in technology innovation, with 4+ years focused on blockchain and AI in financial services.
• Certifications:
  • Blockchain (e.g., Certified Blockchain Professional, Hyperledger Fabric).
  • AI/ML (e.g., AWS/Azure AI certifications, TensorFlow Developer).
  • Agile/Innovation (e.g., SAFe, Design Thinking).

Skills & Attributes

• Blockchain: Smart contracts, consensus algorithms, tokenisation, DeFi protocols.
• AI/ML: NLP, computer vision, predictive modelling, MLOps.
• Integration: API architectures, microservices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Define and execute the institution's blockchain and AI strategy, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Identify high-impact use cases for blockchain (e.g., smart contracts, decentralised finance) and AI (e.g., predictive analytics, fraud detection).
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across business units and technology teams.

• Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging blockchain frameworks (Hyperledger, Ethereum) and AI/ML platforms (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Oversee proofs-of-concept (PoCs) and pilots to validate the feasibility and scalability of solutions.
• Partner with fintechs, startups, and academic institutions to co-develop innovative solutions.

• Ensure seamless integration of blockchain and AI solutions with existing banking systems (core banking, payments, compliance).
• Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI and blockchain compliance (e.g., GDPR, AML regulations).
• Drive cost efficiency by optimising resource allocation and technology investments.

• Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership, IT, and business units to align priorities and secure buy-in.
• Represent the institution in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and innovation networks.
• Build and manage partnerships with technology vendors, blockchain consortia, and AI research labs.

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of blockchain and AI specialists.
• Promote continuous learning through training, certifications, and hackathons.
• Monitor and report on team performance, project milestones, and ROI.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in System administration, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in multi-location system management (preferably in banking/finance)
• Certifications:
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator,
  • RHCSA, or equivalent

Skills & Attributes

• Windows Server & Linux administration
• Virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible)
• Active Directory and identity management

• Manage Windows/Linux server environments across all subsidiaries
• Oversee Active Directory, DNS, and identity management for subsidiary locations
• Ensure 99.9% uptime for critical subsidiary systems

• Serve as primary escalation point for all subsidiary system issues
• Coordinate with headquarters infrastructure teams on standards and upgrades
• Manage vendor relationships for subsidiary system infrastructure

• Implement and maintain system policies across subsidiaries
• Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, ISO 27001 and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and patch management

• Plan and execute system capacity upgrades to support subsidiary growth
• Drive automation initiatives to improve remote system management
• Participate in disaster recovery planning for subsidiary operations

• Lead a team of system administrators supporting subsidiaries
• Develop training programs to enhance team capabilities
• Implement performance metrics and service level agreements

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in network administration, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in multi-location network management (preferably in banking/finance)
• Certifications:
  • CCNA/CCNP
  • Network
  • ITIL

Skills & Attributes

• Cisco networking (routers, switches, firewalls)
• SD-WAN technologies
• Network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.)
• VPN and remote access solutions
• Banking network security requirements
• Cloud networking concepts

• Oversee LAN/WAN administration for all subsidiary locations (branches, remote offices, digital banking units)
• Manage network equipment inventory and health monitoring across subsidiaries
• Ensure 99.9% network uptime for critical financial operations

• Serve as primary escalation point for all subsidiary network issues
• Coordinate with headquarters IT teams on infrastructure standards and upgrades
• Manage relationships with third-party network providers servicing subsidiaries innovative solutions.

• Implement and maintain firewall policies across subsidiary networks
• Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, ISO 27001 and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and patch management

• Lead a team of network support specialists serving subsidiary locations
• Develop training programs to enhance team technical capabilities
• Implement performance metrics and service level agreements (SLAs)
• Plan and execute network capacity upgrades to support subsidiary growth
• Drive automation initiatives to improve remote network management
• Participate in disaster recovery planning for subsidiary operations

• Promote continuous learning through training, certifications,
• Monitor and report on team performance, project milestones, and ROI.

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in database administration, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in multi-location database management (preferably in banking/finance)
• Certifications:
  • Oracle Certified Professional,
  • Microsoft SQL Server Certification or equivalent

Skills & Attributes

• SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Database performance tuning
• Backup/recovery solutions
• Cloud database technologies
• Banking database security requirements
• Data replication technologies

• Oversee administration of SQL and NoSQL databases across all subsidiaries
• Ensure 99.95% availability of critical banking databases
• Implement performance tuning and optimisation strategies

• Serve as primary escalation point for all subsidiary database issues
• Coordinate with headquarters DBA teams on standards and upgrades
• Manage database-related vendor relationships for subsidiary locations

• Implement and maintain firewall policies across subsidiary networks
• Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, ISO 27001 and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and patch management

• Maintain and test database backup/recovery procedures
• Ensure RPO/RTO targets are met for all subsidiary databases
• Participate in disaster recovery drills

• Lead a team of database administrators supporting subsidiaries
• Develop training programs to enhance team capabilities
• Implement performance metrics and service level agreements

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to JOBS@VERRAKI.COM with the job title as the subject.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in Business Analytics, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in multi-location data analysis (preferably in banking/finance)
• Certifications:
  • CBAP
  • PMP or relevant analytics certifications

Skills & Attributes

• SQL, Power BI, Tableau
• ETL processes and data warehousing
• Statistical analysis tools (Python, R)

• Lead a team of business analysts supporting all subsidiaries
• Develop and maintain subsidiary-specific dashboards and reports
• Implement predictive analytics models to forecast business trends

• Serve as primary point of contact for all subsidiary analytics needs
• Align reporting standards with headquarters business intelligence teams
• Customise analytics solutions for regional subsidiary requirements

• Ensure data quality and consistency across subsidiary reports
• Implement data governance frameworks for subsidiary operations
• Maintain single source of truth for cross-subsidiary analytics

• · Pilot AI/ML models for subsidiary-specific use cases (e.g., regional customer behaviour prediction, localised risk modelling)
• Implement real-time analytics dashboards for subsidiary executives using cloud-native solutions
• Develop geo-specific data products that address unique subsidiary market conditions
• Lead RPA implementation to automate subsidiary reporting workflows (30% automation target in Year 1)
• Design self-service analytics portals for subsidiary business units using Power BI Embedded
• Establish cross-subsidiary data collaboration platforms to share best practices

• Ensure timely delivery of regulatory reports (CTR, FTR, etc.)
• Maintain audit trails for all subsidiary data processes
• Implement data security protocols for sensitive information

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in application support, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in multi-location application management (preferably in banking/finance)
• Certifications:
  • ITIL,
  • Finacle Admin
  • Microsoft/RPA certifications

Skills & Attributes

• Finacle Suite, CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), RPA (Blueprism)
• SQL, API integrations, cloud platforms
• Monitoring tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, etc.)

• Ensure 99% uptime for core subsidiary applications (Finacle LOS, Treasury, CRM, RPA)
• Oversee incident, problem, and change management for subsidiary applications
• Implement performance monitoring and proactive maintenance strategies

• Act as primary escalation point for all subsidiary application issues
• Align with headquarters application teams on upgrades and patches
• Manage vendor relationships for subsidiary-specific applications

• Enforce application security policies across subsidiaries
• Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, AML (SAS), and data protection regulations
• Conduct quarterly vulnerability assessments

• Drive automation of manual processes (30% annual target)
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing
• Identify and implement cost optimisation opportunities

• Lead a team of application support specialists
• Develop knowledge base and training programs
• Implement SLA-driven performance metrics

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in mobile development environments, with 5+ years in Scrum Master roles
• Certifications:
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
  • SAFe® Agilist
  • Mobile Development Certification

Skills & Attributes

• Mobile tech (Flutter/Kotlin), DevOps, and security frameworks, with proven ability to scale Agile (SAFe/LeSS) in regulated banking environments.
• Fintech integration experience, AI/ML prototyping skills, and executive-level stakeholder management to drive compliant digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead 2-week sprints for iOS/Android/Flutter development teams
• Ensure zero critical vulnerabilities

• Monitor real-time crash analytics (Firebase) to resolve critical issues within 30 minutes
• Maintain audit-ready change documentation for CBN examinations
• Optimise App Store/Play Store release cycles to less than 48 hours for hotfixes

• Embed audit readiness into sprints (SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS controls) and track compliance risks in backlogs.
• Align backlog prioritisation with regulatory deadlines and portfolio initiatives (e.g., Open Banking APIs).
• Integrate Agile delivery with formal change management processes (ITIL-based approvals for production releases).

• Lead innovation sprints to pilot: Biometric authentication 2.0 Generative AI chatbots for hyper-personalised support Blockchain-based loyalty programs
• Spearhead PWAs to bridge web-mobile gaps
• Embed predictive analytics into sprint planning
• Implement A/B testing frameworks for UX optimisation
• Develop real-time user behaviour tracking
• Adopt cross-platform frameworks (Flutter/React Native) to accelerate feature parity

• Act as the bridge between Product Owners (retail banking) and Cybersecurity Teams.
• Provide transparent dashboards on release timelines, risks, and value delivery.
• Present sprint demos showcasing ROI of new features

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.  

Our client’s infrastructure powers millions of transactions daily, and they are seeking a visionary leader to drive their enterprise technology infrastructure strategy and operations. This role is critical to their future success, enabling innovation, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring a robust, secure, and scalable technology foundation. 

Role Overview: Group Head, Enterprise Infrastructure 

As the Group Head, Enterprise Infrastructure, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of our client’s entire enterprise-wide IT infrastructure. You will ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of their data centers, cloud platforms, networks, and security systems, aligning with their digital transformation goals.  

Key Qualifications and Competencies 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.  

• 10+ years in IT infrastructure management, with 4+ years in a leadership role within banking/fintech.  

• Certifications: AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, CCIE, CISSP, ITIL 4, TOGAF, VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV), CISSP, Microsoft Certified: SQL Server Database Administrator 

Skills & Attributes 

Expertise in:  

• Core Banking Infrastructure (Finacle, Oracle Flexcube, or similar).  

• Hybrid Cloud (AWS, Azure, VMware).  

• Networking (SD-WAN, Zero Trust, Cisco/Fortinet).  

• Automation (Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes). 

• Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.  

• Proven track record in large-scale infrastructure transformations. 

Strategic Leadership 

• Define and execute their enterprise infrastructure strategy (on-prem, hybrid cloud, edge computing).  

• Align infrastructure initiatives with business objectives and regulatory requirements (CBN, PCI DSS, ISO 27001).  

• Drive cost optimization through cloud migration, automation, and vendor management. 

Operational Excellence

• Oversee disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans (RTO/RPO adherence).  

• Lead capacity planning and performance optimization for infrastructure assets. 

Security & Compliance

• Enforce zero-trust security frameworks for data centers, cloud, and networks.  

• Mitigate cyber risks through proactive threat detection (SIEM, PAM, DLP).  

• Ensure 100% compliance with CBN, NDIC, and global banking standards. 

Innovation & Modernisation

• Spearhead cloud adoption (AWS/Azure) and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) initiatives.  

• Pilot AI/ML-driven infrastructure monitoring and predictive maintenance.  

• Foster partnerships with FinTechs and Tech vendors to drive innovation. 

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead a high-performing team of infrastructure architects, engineers, and analysts.  

• Collaborate with CIO, CISO, and business units to deliver seamless IT services.  

• Manage vendor SLAs (Microsoft, Oracle, Cisco, Fortinet) and outsourced operations. 

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution? 

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.  

• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development. 

• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package  

To Apply  

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject. 

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth. 

They are seeking a visionary senior leader to manage the strategy, reliability, and performance of all banking applications and customer channels. This role plays a mission-critical function in enhancing digital customer experience, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering seamless, always-available core banking and self-service services across platforms. 

Role Overview: Group Head, Applications and Channels

As the Group Head, Applications and Channels, you will oversee the operations, development, and modernization of the bank’s core applications and digital channels. You will lead strategy execution for Finacle platforms, CRM, RPA, IVR, regulatory tools, and emerging channels like video banking. You will guide your team in aligning application performance, integrations, and infrastructure with business goals — ensuring high up-time, scalability, and customer satisfaction. 

Key Qualifications and Competencies 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related discipline (Master’s or MBA preferred). 

• Relevant certifications: TOGAF, CISSP/CISM, PMP, ITIL, SAFe Agilist, ISO/IEC 27001. 

• 12+ years of experience in application/channel management. 

• 10+ years in leadership roles with 3+ years in a Tier 1 bank or multiple Tier 2 banks. 

Skills & Attributes 

• Digital banking strategy, application portfolio management 

• Budgeting, compliance, stakeholder management, and risk governance 

• Enterprise application architecture, automation, security, DevOps integration 

• Deep knowledge of core banking systems (e.g., Finacle), CRM, RPA, AML tools 

• Performance monitoring, capacity planning, SLAs, ITIL-based service delivery 

• Experience with APIs, integrations, cloud/hybrid deployment models 

• Executive communication and stakeholder alignment 

• People leadership, team development, and operational excellence mindset 

Strategic Leadership & Application Governance 

• Define and execute digital banking strategy (channels, applications, and integrations). 

• Align application portfolios with business and regulatory objectives (e.g., AML, BVN, LOS). 

• Ensure RPO/RTO targets are met across all channels. 

• Lead the implementation of process automation, open banking APIs, and CRM upgrades. 

Application Architecture & Operations

• Manage Finacle LOS, Treasury, and RPA workflows for operational efficiency. 

• Maintain performance, uptime, and regulatory alignment for critical platforms like SAS AML, Doculayer, and IVR systems. 

• Guide the architectural design of scalable, secure application environments (on-prem/cloud). 

• Ensure effective orchestration of application infrastructure across development, test, and production environments. 

Risk, Security & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with PCI DSS, ISO 27001, AML, and NDPR. 

• Conduct risk assessments and manage vulnerabilities across application channels. 

• Ensure zero revenue-impacting outages and zero critical security breaches per year. 

• Lead business continuity and disaster recovery planning and drills. 

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead unit heads across Digital Channels, Enterprise Applications, Niche Applications, and Card Support. 

• Manage vendors and partners (e.g., cloud providers, security vendors) for application support and innovation. 

• Drive continuous improvement, establish KPIs, and report performance to CIO and executive teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, documentation, and knowledge sharing. 

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution? 

• Impact: Lead the transformation of customer-facing platforms and core operations. 

• Growth: Take charge of innovative projects and drive application modernization. 

• Benefits: Enjoy executive visibility, performance-driven rewards, and industry leadership exposure. 

To Apply  

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject. 

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Financial Institution. They are committed to delivering innovative banking and fintech solutions across Africa, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.  

Our client’s infrastructure powers millions of transactions daily, and they are seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to spearhead its technological evolution. This pivotal role demands a strategic trailblazer who can execute a technology roadmap that not only supports but actively drives the institution's ambitious business objectives and secures its position at the forefront of the financial sector. 

Role Overview: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)  

As Chief Technology Officer (CTO) you will provide strategic and technical leadership for the development, implementation, and evolution of the bank’s entire technology stack. This role owns the enterprise’s technology architecture, engineering delivery, and innovation agenda — ensuring that platforms are scalable, secure, and future-ready in line with business and regulatory demands. You'll operate at the highest organisational level, defining and leading the institution's technology direction within overarching business objectives, assuming full accountability for all technology-related initiatives and outcomes.

Key Qualifications and Competencies 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.  

• Master's degree in Technology Management or Innovation preferred.  

• Relevant certifications in enterprise architecture, cloud, or agile (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Architect, SAFe).  

• 10+ years in senior technology roles, including 5+ years in architecture or engineering leadership  

• Experience delivering large-scale systems in complex environments  

• Background in cloud-native development, cybersecurity, and modern infrastructure  

Skills & Attributes 

•  Proven expertise in core banking platforms like Finacle or Oracle FLEXCUBE. 

• Strong leadership in hybrid cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and VMware. 

• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes for infrastructure automation. 

• Deep knowledge of SD-WAN, Zero Trust, and enterprise network security (Cisco, Fortinet). 

• Track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure and cloud transformation. 

• Engineering-first mindset with fluency in DevSecOps and modern delivery models. 

• • Strong communicator with the ability to engage executive and regulatory stakeholders.

Strategic Leadership 

• Define and execute the enterprise technology strategy aligned with corporate growth, customer experience, and regulatory compliance. 

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive committee on all technology-related matters, including risk, resilience, and innovation. 

• Champion the bank’s digital evolution, ensuring technology is a competitive enabler, not just a support function

Architecture & Engineering Excellence 

• Lead the development and governance of enterprise architecture across core banking, digital channels, middleware, and cloud platforms. 

• Oversee engineering delivery, DevSecOps practices, and technical standards to enable scalable and agile product development. 

• Drive system modernization, infrastructure optimization, and service reliability engineering (SRE) practices. 

Operational Resilience & Cybersecurity 

• Ensure that all technology operations are resilient, compliant with local (e.g., CBN, NDPR) and international standards, and prepared for business continuity challenges. 

• Oversee cybersecurity frameworks, incident response readiness, and infrastructure hardening to protect against evolving threats. 

Innovation & Emerging Technology

• Lead the exploration, validation, and deployment of emerging technologies (AI, cloud-native services, open banking APIs, blockchain, etc.) to improve product delivery and operational efficiency. 

• Establish partnerships with fintech, technology vendors, and academic institutions to drive innovation. 

Talent, Culture & Leadership  

• Build and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary technology organization focused on accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. 

• Attract, retain, and mentor top-tier technology talent within Nigeria and the broader African technology ecosystem. 

• Drive agile mindsets, product thinking, and collaboration across business and technology functions.

Governance, Risk & Regulatory Engagement

• Engage proactively with regulators (CBN, NDPC, etc.), auditors, and internal governance committees to ensure technology practices meet all required standards. 

• Serve as a board-level technology representative for risk, audit, and strategy discussions. 

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution? 

• Impact: Shape the technology future of Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.  

• Growth: Lead mission-critical transformation with the backing of an ambitious executive team. 

• Benefits: Attractive executive compensation package, long-term incentives, and leadership visibility in a high-impact market. 

To Apply 

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to jobs@verraki.com with the job title as the subject. 

Key Qualifications and Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years as a Scrum Master, with 3+ years focused on internal enterprise systems (ERP, HRIS, finance platforms).
• Certifications:
  • Business Agility Certifications (e.g., ICP-BAF, ICAgile)
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM/PSM/SAFe)

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in:
  • Proficiency in internal banking systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday) and Agile tools (Jira, Azure DevOps).
  • Experience with RPA tools (UiPath, Blue Prism) and low-code platforms (PowerApps).
  • Knowledge of data privacy laws (GDPR, Nigeria Data Protection Regulation).
• stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Drive Agile adoption across HR, finance, compliance, and operations teams, customising Scrum for non-technical domains.
• Establish metrics-driven sprint cycles to improve internal process efficiency (e.g., employee onboarding, audit automation).
• Conduct Agile coaching sessions to upskill business teams on iterative delivery.

2. Operational Excellence

• Optimise CI/CD pipelines for internal tools (e.g., loan approval systems, reconciliation platforms).
• Implement automated testing for critical internal workflows to minimise operational risks.
• Reduce manual processes by 30% annually through workflow automation.

3. Security & Compliance

• Embed SOX, GDPR, and internal audit controls into sprint backlogs.
• Ensure role-based access controls (RBAC) are implemented for sensitive internal systems.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to conduct vulnerability assessments on internal apps.

4. Innovation & Modernisation

• Lead RPA (Robotic Process Automation) initiatives to streamline back-office tasks.
• Pilot AI-driven analytics for internal decision-making (e.g., fraud pattern detection in operations).
• Modernise legacy internal systems (e.g., mainframe payroll → cloud-native SaaS solutions).

5. Team & Stakeholder Management

• Bridge gaps between IT teams and business units (Finance, HR, Risk) to prioritize backlogs.
• Provide real-time dashboards to leadership on internal digital transformation progress.
• Facilitate cross-department coordination

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of Scrum Master experience in banking/fintech.
• Certifications:
• Agile coaching certification (ICP-ACC, CEC) or DevOps certifications (AWS DevOps, Docker/K8s).
  • Background in site reliability engineering (SRE) or infrastructure automation.
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM, or SAFe SM)

Skills & Attributes

• Mobile tech (Flutter/Kotlin), DevOps, and security frameworks, with proven ability to scale Agile (SAFe/LeSS) in regulated banking environments.
• Fintech integration experience, AI/ML prototyping skills, and executive-level stakeholder management to drive compliant digital transformation.
• Digital banking ecosystems (APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture).
• Infrastructure scalability patterns (load balancing, caching, database sharding).
• Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.

• Facilitates Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Retrospectives) to accelerate feature delivery (e.g., real-time payments, open banking APIs).
• Works with Product Owners to prioritize infrastructure-dependent initiatives (e.g., cloud migration, microservices adoption).
• Encourages experimentation (e.g., AI-driven fraud detection, blockchain settlements).

• Promote DevOps & CI/CD pipelines to reduce deployment bottlenecks.
• Help teams adopt infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for faster, repeatable environments.
• Ensure automated testing (performance, security) to maintain system reliability.

• Collaborates with SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) teams to improve uptime & resilience.
• Supports cybersecurity initiatives by embedding security into Agile workflows (DevSecOps).
• Helps scale cloud-based transaction processing (e.g., Kubernetes, serverless).

• Champion AI/ML integration for fraud detection, chatbots, and personalised banking experiences.
• Explore blockchain/DLT for secure transactions (e.g., cross-border payments, smart contracts).
• Pilot serverless computing and event-driven architectures to optimise transaction costs
• Lead Agile teams in containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and microservices migration.
• Drive legacy system modernisation (e.g., mainframe to cloud-native APIs).
• Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for rapid, repeatable environment provisioning.

• Act as the primary liaison between E-Channels teams and enterprise infrastructure leadership (Cloud, SRE, Cybersecurity).
• Provide transparent progress updates to senior leadership (CIO, CTO, Product Heads) on Agile metrics, risks, and dependencies.
• Facilitate quarterly planning (PI Planning in SAFe) to align digital banking initiatives with infrastructure roadmaps.

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience and additional Professional Certifications like Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) or Professional Scrum Master I / II / III (PSM) will be highly valued
• Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM/SAFe) with 5+ years in banking IT.

Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in Finacle customisation and Agile tooling (Jira, Azure DevOps)..
• Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

1. Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute Agile transformation roadmaps for Finacle and core banking customisation, aligning with CBN regulations and PCI DSS compliance.
• Ensure consistent Scrum practices across squads (retail banking, payments, risk) through standardised tools (Jira, Confluence) and SOPs.
• Champion Agile culture by mentoring Scrum Masters, conducting workshops, and driving mindset shifts across technical/non-technical teams.

2. Operational Excellence

• Define and execute Agile transformation roadmaps for Finacle and core banking customisation, aligning with CBN regulations and PCI DSS compliance.
• Ensure consistent Scrum practices across squads (retail banking, payments, risk) through standardised tools (Jira, Confluence) and SOPs.
• Champion Agile culture by mentoring Scrum Masters, conducting workshops, and driving mindset shifts across technical/non-technical teams.

3. Security & Compliance

• Embed audit readiness into sprints (SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS controls) and track compliance risks in backlogs.
• Align backlog prioritisation with regulatory deadlines and portfolio initiatives (e.g., Open Banking APIs).
• Integrate Agile delivery with formal change management processes (ITIL-based approvals for production releases).

4. Innovation & Modernisation

• Remove systemic impediments (e.g., vendor dependencies, testing bottlenecks) to maintain more than 90% sprint completion.
• Track and report Agile metrics (velocity, predictability) to C-suite, linking delivery to business outcomes.
• Drive cost efficiency by reducing technical debt and automating 20% of manual processes annually.

5. Team & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the bridge between Scrum teams and senior leadership (Product, Risk, Compliance).
• Provide transparent dashboards on release timelines, risks, and value delivery.
• Facilitate cross-team coordination for dependencies (e.g., Finacle ↔ payment gateway integrations).

Why Join this Tier 1 Financial Institution?

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to JOBS@VERRAKI.COM with the job title as the subject.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years as a Scrum Master, with 3+ years focused on business process automation.

Certifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM/PSM/SAFe)
• ProcessMaker/Appian certification or equivalent BPM expertise
• RPA certification (UiPath, Blue Prism) preferred

Skills & Attributes

• BPM platforms (ProcessMaker, Appian, Pega)
• Integration patterns (API, microservices)
• Banking operations and regulatory frameworks

• Proven track record in navigating banking regulations while delivering iteratively.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies for process automation squads (retail ops, loan processing, customer onboarding)
• Champion the adoption of low-code/no-code solutions to democratise process improvement
• Implement metrics-driven sprint cycles to quantify automation benefits (e.g., 40% faster loan approvals)

• Optimise CI/CD pipelines for internal tools (e.g., loan approval systems, reconciliation platforms).
• Implement automated testing for critical internal workflows to minimise operational risks.
• Reduce manual processes by 30% annually through workflow automation.

• Embed SOX and internal audit requirements into automation backlogs
• Implement version control and approval workflows for process changes
• Conduct regular risk assessments on automated decision points

• Pilot AI/ML integration for intelligent process routing and exception handling
• Drive adoption of RPA for high-volume, rule-based tasks
• Modernise legacy workflows through API-first integration approaches.

• Translate business pain points into technical backlogs for automation teams
• Provide real-time visibility into process automation benefits to C-level stakeholders
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration (e.g., between ops, risk, and digital teams)

• Impact: Shape the infrastructure powering Africa’s leading financial ecosystem.
• Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and experience robust professional development.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package