Chief Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Affairs Officer

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Department: Strategic Initiative & Corporate Affairs

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Job Grade: EVP

Total Positions: 01

Job Location: Head Office, Islamabad

What is Chief Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Affairs Officer - MMBL?

The Chief Strategic Initiatives & Corporate Affairs officer will be responsible for leading and driving key strategic projects and initiatives that support the bank's long-term growth and competitive positioning. This role also oversees the bank's corporate affairs including stakeholder engagement specifically with JazzCash (JC). Additionally, this role will be aiding the transformation towards Islamic banking.

What Chief Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Affairs Officer - MMBL Does?

• Act as a key advisor to the CEO on strategic matters and transformation initiatives. Ensure alignment across internal departments for strategic project execution.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify growth opportunities, operational efficiencies, and innovative solutions.
• Monitor and evaluate progress of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery.
• Lead coordination with JazzCash (JC) and VEON on Corporate Affairs.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance of all partnership contracts and monitor ongoing obligations.
• Liaise with Shariah advisors and ensure alignment with Islamic finance principles.
• Provide regular strategic reports, insights, and recommendations to the executive management and board.

What are we looking for and what does it require to be Chief Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Affairs Officer - MMBL?

Educational Background

• MBA, LLB/LLM or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years' experience in strategic management or corporate affairs, ideally within banking or financial services.

Technical Proficiency

• Knowledge of banking regulations, Islamic finance principles, and corporate governance.
• Strategic planning and project management.
• Strong legal and regulatory acumen.
• Deep understanding of Islamic finance and transformation frameworks.

Soft Skills

• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• High levels of discretion, integrity, and organizational capability.

About MMBL:

Mobilink Microfinance Bank Ltd. is providing banking services to over 48 million registered users including 20+ million monthly active customers across Pakistan. With a hybrid model that combines traditional microfinance with mobile/digital banking technologies, the bank now operates with over 114 branches and 270,000 branchless banking agents and provides a USSD (GSM) based digital channel offering savings, micro enterprise (MSME) loans, small housing loans, remittances, collection (utility bills and loan instalments), mobile wallets, insurance, G2P, B2B & B2P payments; thus, playing a leading role in the promotion of financial inclusion. MMBL is committed to fostering a positive and productive workplace, and our core values reflect this focus. These values include promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, encouraging teamwork and collaboration, and prioritizing a customer-centric approach in all aspects of our business.

Why Join MMBL?

This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and playing a key role in driving transformative change. Our team is committed to empowering millions with the tools necessary to succeed in the digital age, and we're looking for a talented individual to join us in this endeavour.

• Seniority levelExecutive

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesBanking

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