Senior Succession & Leadership Development Officer

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Organization: Dashen Bank

Deadline: May 20, 2026

Job Description

Vacancy Number: DB_EX/HO/064/26

Senior Succession & Leadership Development Officer is responsible for conducting activities related to succession, career planning and management process as per the approved policies, procedures and guidelines. The role holder will identify critical positions within the Bank, define the competency requirements, identify high potential candidates and implement succession planning programs in a clear and transparent manner. S/he will also implement career development/management programme in the Bank.

Bachelor Degree Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related discipline from a reputable university.
Professional qualification(s) in Human Resources is an added advantage

Technical experience in Human Resources and/or Business Administration
Knowledge and understanding of Ethiopian employment and labour relations law
Knowledge of best and current HR practices and approaches
Ability to implement tools and systems to monitor and evaluate succession management programs.
Knowledge of leading practice, strategies, tools and processes in succession and career management

Interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, including ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity/inclusion.
Creativity and innovation skills.
Action oriented.
Quality focus and attention to detail.
Professionalism and integrity in line with Dashen Bank values.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Critical and analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Personal motivation and drive exhibited through commitment to hard work, continuous improvement and achievement of goals.
Good customer relationship management skills (internal and external customers).
Risk awareness and focus – demonstrates understanding of risk management practices, standards and regulatory requirements.