Job Opportunity:Head of Business Performance and Analytics (BP & A)

Organization: Absa Bank Tanzania
Job Requisition ID: R-15985603
Location: Absa House – ABT
Job Type: Full-time
Posted: Today
Application Deadline: 9 April 2026 (8 days remaining)

About Absa

With over 100 years of history, Absa is a leading African bank with strong regional and international expertise. The organization is committed to empowering Africa’s future while offering employees opportunities for career growth, innovation, and leadership.

Job Summary

This role supports senior management by delivering insightful financial and business analysis, improving management information quality, and leading the business analytics function. It also plays a key leadership role within the Finance team, contributing strategic and technical solutions to enhance business performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning (40%)

Coordinate preparation of medium-term plans and budgets
Provide analytical support for quality budget submissions
Challenge budgets to ensure realism and performance stretch
Ensure adherence to capital budgets
Build relationships with budget holders across all levels
Align country, group, and cluster financial planning
Define budget assumptions and timelines
Prepare Board and CMC performance reports

2. Performance Management (50%)

Present detailed monthly management accounts and performance analysis
Challenge forecasts, plans, and business results
Conduct ad hoc financial analysis for senior management
Identify cost drivers and recommend cost control strategies
Provide segmented financial data (income, cost, balance sheet)
Ensure timely and high-quality reporting to Group Finance
Develop and monitor capital plans in line with regulatory requirements
Stay updated on financial and economic developments
Recommend improvements to financial systems
Manage group reporting related to planning and performance

3. Staff Management (10%)

Support team development and performance improvement
Coach team members on planning and performance management
Conduct performance evaluations and reviews

Risk and Control Responsibilities

Apply risk frameworks and promote a strong risk culture
Understand end-to-end processes, risks, and controls
Comply with policies and procedures
Report and analyze risk incidents
Improve internal controls proactively
Engage with regulators and stakeholders
Complete all mandatory compliance training

Education & Professional Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Taxation
- Banking
- Actuarial Science
- Computer Science
Mandatory: CPA (T) or ACCA (Qualified Certified Accountant)
Preferred: Postgraduate qualification in Financial Sciences

Skills & Experience

Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Strong analytical and diagnostic abilities
Proven budgeting and financial planning experience
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Understanding of economic and competitive trends
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Strong leadership and team management skills
Minimum:
- 3+ years leadership experience
- 5+ years overall professional experience
Experience in financial services environment
Strong accounting and financial control knowledge

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and business awareness
Strong judgment and analytical mindset
Results-oriented approach
Effective communication and teamwork
High attention to quality and detail

Additional Requirements

Experience in financial advisory and business support roles
Ability to simplify complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders
Knowledge of banking products, services, and balance sheet structure

Preferred Training

Product and service knowledge
Leadership and team management
Presentation and communication skills
Influencing and negotiation skills

Absa Core Values

Trust
Resourcefulness
Stewardship
Inclusiveness
Courage

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