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Branch Business Relationship Manager-IFB for Bahir Dar District

Dashen Bank S.C
Full time Posted: Aug 08, 2026
Career Level
Senior(5-8 years)
Location
Bahir Dar, Amhara
Salary
Deadline
Aug 18, 2026
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About This Role

This is a senior frontline leadership position within Dashen Bank’s Interest-Free Banking (IFB) unit, based in Bahir Dar. You are not just managing relationships — you are driving the entire business development engine for the branch, with a specific mandate to grow Sharia-compliant deposits and financing. The role suits a seasoned banking professional who can balance commercial targets with the distinct operational requirements of IFB products, while also leading a team to execute on the ground.

What the Requirements Say About This Role

The 5-8 year experience band signals that Dashen is looking for someone who has already proven themselves in relationship management or business development, likely within a banking context. The emphasis on "planning, organizing, leading, and controlling" suggests they want a candidate who has moved beyond individual sales into team leadership and strategic execution. Familiarity with IFB is likely a strong advantage, but the deeper implication is that they need someone who can navigate both conventional banking dynamics and the ethical frameworks of interest-free finance — a hybrid profile that is still relatively rare in the Ethiopian market.

How to Approach This Application

Given the internal vacancy notice, this is primarily an opportunity for existing Dashen employees, so external applicants should be prepared to demonstrate how their experience translates directly to the bank’s systems and culture. Emphasize any track record of meeting or exceeding deposit and financing targets, and be specific about how you have led teams or driven market penetration in regional settings. If you have IFB exposure, highlight it prominently; if not, show a clear understanding of how interest-free products differ operationally and how you have adapted to specialized product lines before. The employer will prioritize candidates who can hit the ground running in a district office, so show regional grounding and a results-driven mindset.

Best Fit

Who This Role Suits

This role is best suited for an experienced banking professional with proven leadership in business development, ideally with some IFB exposure, who is comfortable working in a regional hub like Bahir Dar. Given the internal posting and niche skill requirements, competition will be moderate but focused — expect a shortlist of strong internal candidates.

Branch Business Relationship Manager-IFB for Bahir Dar District

Internal Vacancy

     August 07, 2026

Dashen Bank Bahir Dar District is pleased to announce the following vacancy.

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Number: DB_EX/BDD/001/26
Vacancy Posting End Date: 18/08/2026

Job Summary

  • The Branch Business Relationship Manager - IFB will plan, organize, lead, and control business development activities within the branch team in the assigned region.
  • Branch Business Relationship Manager - IFB will be responsible for attracting, deepening and managing financial relationship to meet deposit and Interest Free Financing and Investment growth goals, achieve business growth for the Bank in the IFB market segment, promote and sell other products and services of the Bank to enhance value-add relationship with existing customers. 

Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, banking, finance or related field.
  • Diploma/Certificate in Islamic banking, finance or related field is an added advantage

Experience

  • Minimum of six (6) years relevant experience 

Functional/Technical Competencies

  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Interest Free Banking (IFB) operations, IFB Deposit& Investment/financing products.
  • Good Knowledge of IFB mode of finance/investments, Shari’ah principles and associated risks.
  • Knowledge and experience in modern sales and marketing practices in financial services industry.
  • Networking skills to effectively leverage on relationships that will enhance customer acquisition and retention.
  • Extensive banking background, including understanding credit, risk management, and compliance requirements.
  • Project management skills.

Leadership Competencies

  • Result driven: The ability and commitment to achieve tangible outcomes and deliver measurable results that contribute to the organization's success
  • Coaching: The ability to facilitate the growth, development, and performance improvement of team members through effective guidance, feedback, and support.
  • Customer insight: The ability to understand and anticipate the needs, preferences, and behaviours of customers to drive business success. foster collaborations, and maintain partnerships with stakeholders to achieve common goals.
  • Partnership engagement: The ability to effectively build and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
  • Service excellence mind-set: Deep commitment to deliver exceptional customer experiences and fostering a culture of service excellence.
  • Risk management: Ability of leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks that could impact their organization's objectives or operations.
  • Digital savviness: Ability of leaders to effectively leverage digital technologies and tools to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth within the Bank.
  • Emotional intelligence (EI): Ability of leaders to understand, manage, and leverage emotions both their own and those of others in order to effectively influence and inspire others.
  • Decisiveness: The ability to prioritize and effectively allocate resources and make investments decision to enhance accessibility and build organizational capabilities (people, process and technology

Behavioral Competencies

  • Collaborating and communicating in a way that allows team members to share their strengths and expertise and to support each other in achieving their goals.
  • Active dedication and involvement from individuals or teams in collaborative endeavors, projects, initiatives, the Bank's platform, culture, CSR initiatives, training programs, and, most importantly, the organization's mission, vision, and values.
  • Clear and successful exchange of information and ideas between individuals, ensuring a shared understanding.
  • Commitment to always finding ways to do things better.
  • Ability to move quickly and easily.
  • Ability to adapt to change and meet new demands quickly.
  • Demonstrate readiness to collaborate, and build sustainable relationship with stakeholders.
  • Understand and share the feelings, perspectives and experiences of customers.
  • Consistently utilizing data to drive work and make informed decisions.
  • Conducting oneself with competence, integrity, and respect in a work setting.
  • Embracing diversity, respecting unique identities, and fostering belonging.
  • Being authentic, sincere, and transparent in interactions, respecting the truth and authenticity.

Place Of Work

Branches under Bahir Dar City, Branches under Gondar City , Chagni Branch, Bichena Branch, Motta Branch and Woreta Branch.

How To Apply

https://career55.sapsf.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2206&company=dashenbank

For Any Enquiry or Support Request

Call on 0583207201 

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Employees who fulfill the above requirements are invited to submit their application to Bahir Dar District from  August 07, 2026 to August 18, 2026.

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