Branch Business Relationship Manager - RMSME for Branches Under South West District Office.
Dashen Bank S.CAbout This Role
This role places you at the operational heart of Dashen Bank’s regional growth strategy, specifically within the Retail and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (RMSME) segment. Rather than a remote desk job, it demands active field engagement—scouting for new business, nurturing local client relationships, and driving deposit and loan targets in the South West district. It suits a seasoned banking professional who thrives on results, enjoys community interaction, and can balance sales pressure with careful portfolio management.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The implied profile goes beyond academic credentials to emphasize proven experience in relationship management and business development within a banking environment. A BA in Accounting, Marketing, or Business suggests the bank values both financial literacy and sales acumen—someone who can assess creditworthiness while also pitching products persuasively. The 5-8 year seniority level signals that the employer expects self-starters who need minimal supervision, can mentor junior staff, and have a track record of meeting or exceeding targets in a competitive market.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should highlight specific achievements in growing a client base or increasing loan/deposit volumes in previous roles, ideally with quantifiable results—for example, “grew MSME loan portfolio by 30% in one year.” Emphasize your familiarity with the South West region’s economic landscape and local business networks, as this suggests you can hit the ground running. Be ready to discuss how you handle risk assessment for smaller enterprises, as this is a critical skill for managing RMSME relationships.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best for an experienced banking professional who enjoys face-to-face client work and has a strong sales orientation, particularly in underserved markets. Competition will be robust given Dashen Bank’s reputation, so a clear record of target achievement and local knowledge will be decisive.
Branch Business Relationship Manager - RMSME for Branches Under South West District Office.
Vacancy Details
Vacancy Number: DB_EX/SWD/002/26
Vacancy Posting End Date:
Job Summary
The Branch Business Relationship Manager-RMSME is responsible for planning, organizing, leading, and controlling business development activities within the branch team in the assigned region.
In addition, the job holder is to be responsible for attracting, deepening and managing financial relationship to meet deposit and loans growth goals, achieve business growth for the Bank in the Retail & MSME market segment, promote and sell other products and services of the Bank to enhance value-add relationship with existing customers.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
BA Degree in Accounting, Marketing Management, Business Administration, Banking, Finance or related Business field
Experience
Minimum of six (6) years relevant experience
Functional/Technical Competencies
A distinguished professional history demonstrating an in-depth understanding of Retail & MSME banking.
Knowledge and experience in modern sales and marketing practices in financial services industry to provide visionary guidance on strategic changes to drive performance.
Strong negotiation skills to prospect and close business.
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.
Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior level leaders regarding key business priorities, issues and initiatives.
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 behaviors 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 South West District Office.
How To Apply
How To Apply
In order to apply for this Job Positing, click the link below:
https://career55.sapsf.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2011&company=dashenbank
For Any Enquiry or Support Request
+251 47-331-27-54
Connect With Us for Updated News and Job Openings
- Career Site: Career Opportunities
- Telegram: https://t.me/DashenBankEthiopia
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dashen-bank-official-page
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DashenBankOfficia
Related jobs
More openings in a similar category on Kedamijobs.
-
Senior Officer, IT Quality Assurance
Zemen Bank S.C
-
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - On behalf of a fintech client
Talent Search - Ethiojobs
-
Tax, Audit & Banking Compliance Officer- Ethal Aluminum- Female Applicates
Talent Search - Ethiojobs
Discover More Jobs
View Other JobsApply for this Job
Branch Business Relationship Manager - RMSME for Branches Under South West District Office.
Dashen Bank S.C
