Core Banking System (CBS) Administrator
VisionFund Micro-Finance Institution S.CAbout This Role
This role goes beyond routine IT maintenance; it is about ensuring the financial lifeline of a microfinance institution remains stable and secure. As a CBS Administrator at VisionFund, you will be the technical backbone responsible for the uptime and integrity of the system that processes loans, savings, and transactions for thousands of clients across regional Ethiopia. It is best suited for an IT professional who thrives on operational reliability and wants to apply their technical skills in a mission-driven financial environment rather than a traditional commercial bank.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The employer is not just looking for a general IT administrator; they need someone with specialized exposure to banking or financial software ecosystems. The implied profile is a systems professional who understands the high stakes of financial data integrity—where a minor configuration error can disrupt client services or regulatory reporting. VisionFund likely values candidates who have experience with system upgrades, user access management, and troubleshooting in a multi-branch setup, even if their background comes from a different core banking platform.
How to Approach This Application
When applying, do not simply list your IT certifications or generic database skills. Instead, frame your experience around system uptime and disaster recovery scenarios. Emphasize any history of managing user roles in a financial system, handling data migrations, or coordinating with vendors during system patches. Since VisionFund operates in both urban and rural areas, mentioning experience with remote system support or network reliability in decentralized environments would strongly differentiate you.
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for a mid-career IT professional with 3–5 years of experience who wants to move into the microfinance sector without stepping into a pure software development role. Expect moderate competition, as the specialized CBS focus narrows the candidate pool, but the stability of a well-established MFI makes it an attractive opportunity.
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Position: Core Banking System (CBS) Administrator
Opening Date: May 12, 2026
Place of Work: Addis Ababa (Head Office)
About the Organization:
VisionFund Micro Finance Institution (S.C) is an Institution established according to Proclamation No. 40/96 which currently amended to 626/2009 to provide financial services to the productive poor in the rural and urban areas of Ethiopia. VisionFund is currently operating in five of the Regional States of the country. VisionFund MFI is currently looking for candidates for Core Banking System (CBS) Administrator. The successful candidates will have skills and experience that meet the following requirements:
Major Responsibilities:
Administer and maintain the Core Banking System (CBS) to ensure high availability and optimal performance
Monitor system health, performance, and uptime
Manage system configurations, parameters, and environment settings
Troubleshoot and resolve CBS-related incidents and service requests
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring or critical issues
Maintain issue logs and ensure proper documentation of resolutions
Act as the primary point of contact between VisionFund and Craft Silicon Technical team related to CBS
Log, track, and follow up on vendor tickets and escalations
Coordinate system fixes, enhancements, and upgrades with vendors
Ensure SLA adherence and timely resolution of issues
Plan, test, and deploy CBS patches, upgrades, and hotfixes
Coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing) with business teams
Ensure proper version control and rollback procedures
Ensure all changes follow formal change management and approval processes.
Develop and maintain CBS reports based on business requirements & BI reports
Manage and monitor: End-of-Day (EOD) processes, Start-of-Day (SOD) operations, End-of-Month (EOM) and periodic closures
Ensure timely and error-free processing of batch jobs
Investigate and resolve processing failure & Manage CBS user access controls and permissions
Ensure compliance with internal security policies and audit requirements
Conduct periodic user access reviews and clean-ups
Maintain audit trails for system changes, access, and critical operations
Support internal and external audits by providing required system information and evidence
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, or related field
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in Core Banking System administration
Experience in banking sector is highly preferred
Technical trainings and proven experience on Microsoft SQL, MySQL , Oracle databases
Hands-on experience with CBS platforms preferred
TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS
Experience in Core banking implementation and strong knowledge of CBS architecture and operations
SQL/database query skills for reporting and troubleshooting
Experience with API integrations and Business Intelligence (BI) tools (like PowerBI or SSRS)
Experience in incident management and ticketing systems
Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies & highly self-motivated and directed.
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Familiarity with ITIL processes is an advantage
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
Willingness to work extended hours during EOD/EOM or critical system issues
Availability for on-call support
Terms of Employment: Permanent
Salary: As per the Institution salary scale
Closing Date: May 16, 2026
How To Apply
Candidates who fulfill the above requirements can submit only application letter, updated Curriculum vitae with names and addresses of up to 3 references and apply online VFE_vacancy@wvi.org Please make sure you mention the position Core Banking System (CBS) Administrator in the subject line of your email application.
Note: - Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for subsequent assessment
Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply!
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