MANAGING DIRECTOR TANZANIA

Heidrick & Struggles

Tanzania 06/11/26 -14/11/26

Descriptions



The
Managing Director will work with the Board and Group to define and execute a
bold, sustainable strategy that accelerates profitable growth, digital and
operating-model transformation, customer experience, innovation, organisational
capability and market relevance, while maintaining strong governance, prudent
risk management and full regulatory compliance.



 



Key
Responsibilities:



·       
Set
and communicate a compelling strategic vision for the Bank, translating Group
ambition and Board direction into measurable priorities and execution plans



·       
Lead
enterprise-wide transformation across business models, digital channels, data,
technology, processes and ways of working



·       
Deliver
sustainable, profitable growth by strengthening core businesses, expanding
priority customer segments, improving productivity and allocating capital
effectively



·       
Embed
a customer-led culture and provide trusted, inclusive and consistently
exceptional experiences across physical and digital channels



·       
Build
an innovation portfolio that responds to evolving Tanzanian market needs
through new products, ecosystems, partnerships and platform-enabled
propositions



·       
Develop
a high-performing, diverse and accountable leadership team, strengthening
succession, critical capabilities and organisational culture



·       
Maintain
a resilient control environment by integrating risk, compliance, cyber
security, business continuity and conduct into strategy and delivery



·       
Build
trusted relationships with the Bank, the Board, the Group, government,
investors, customers, employees and strategic partners



·       
Champion
ethical leadership, sound corporate governance and responsible banking, while
anticipating economic, regulatory, competitive and technology shifts.



 



Qualifying
Requirements:



·       
Bachelor`s
degree in a business-related field. ACIB or CPA professional qualifications and
a Master`s degree in Business Administration or a related field are added
advantages



·       
Minimum
of 15 years` experience in banking or financial services, including substantial
executive leadership responsibility



·       
Proven
record of delivering enterprise transformation, profitable growth and
organisational change in a regulated environment



·       
Deep
understanding of banking, financial services, regulation and the Tanzanian and
East African operating environment



·       
Strong
digital, data and technology fluency, commercial acumen, financial stewardship
and cross-cultural people leadership



·       
Board-level
presence and outstanding stakeholder leadership, communication, influence and
negotiation skills, grounded in integrity and sound judgement



 



Confidential applications, giving full career
particulars and contact details, should be emailed to [email protected]
by 14 November 2026. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted


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