Expert Core Systems

Al-Ahli Bank Of Kuwait; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Kuwait seeks a System Expert to oversee core banking systems and enhance IT support for business processes. The role involves managing requirements, testing applications, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 9 years of experience in the banking sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of IT experience in the banking sector.
• Proficiency in major technologies.
• Experience with system operations and development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core banking systems and provide IT support.
• Define and manage requirements for core banking applications.
• Conduct application testing and oversee implementation.

Skills

Project management

Risk management awareness

IT performance

Quality management techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent certification/experience

Tools

Finacle core banking system

Major technologies

Job description

Job Purpose
To oversee core banking systems and provide IT support for business process improvement initiatives, including analyzing current processes and designing new, efficient workflows.

Generic Accountabilities

1. Corporate Governance and Compliance: Work fully within risk policies and procedures and compliance regulations to ensure all divisional activities adhere to corporate governance & regulatory/legal frameworks.
2. Policies & Processes: Develop, implement, and regularly review policies and procedures to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
3. Risk Management: Collaborate with Risk Management to ensure the function operates within set frameworks, proactively monitor, and report on risk exposure to enhance control effectiveness.
4. Compliance: Ensure full compliance with ABK's regulations and standards.

Specific Accountabilities

1. Requirements Management: Define and manage requirements for core banking applications, prepare specifications, and align applications with business needs.
2. Parameter Maintenance: Maintain and configure parameters for the Finacle core banking system, serve as the primary contact for queries, ensure version control, and collaborate with functional teams to resolve issues.
3. Solution Management: Identify or source applications that meet user specifications, are cost-effective, and compatible with existing systems.
4. Testing and Development: Conduct application testing with users, perform risk assessments, and prepare rollout programs.
5. Rollout Management: Oversee the implementation of solutions, manage project timelines, communication, and training to ensure successful adoption.
6. Sourcing and Supplier Management: Manage sourcing of applications, foster relationships with suppliers and consultants for optimal delivery.
7. Business Relationship Management: Engage proactively with business units to identify needs, address concerns, and provide updates to IT and stakeholders.

Job Success Factors

1. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent certification/experience.
2. Experience: Minimum 9 years of IT experience, with system operations and development experience in the banking sector.
3. Development Experience: Proficiency in major technologies.
4. Skills: Project management, risk management awareness, IT performance, and quality management techniques.

Work Contact

Company Industry

• Banking
• Broking

Department / Functional Area

• IT Software

Keywords

• Expert Core Systems

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