Development Bank Ghana (DBG) is a wholesale development finance institution established to provide long-term capital that supports inclusive and sustainable economic transformation in Ghana.
The Bank works with Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs), businesses, development partners, investors, and other stakeholders to expand access to finance and mobilise capital for priority sectors and market segments.
THE POSITIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS;
1. HEAD OF PROCUREMENT
JOB PURPOSE
The Head, Procurement provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Bank’s procurement function, ensuring the efficient, transparent, and compliant acquisition of goods, works, services, and consulting assignments.
The role develops and implements procurement strategies, governance frameworks, policies, and systems that deliver value for money, mitigate risk, support operational excellence, and align procurement activities with DBG’s strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and development mandate.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
- Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is an advantage.
- Professional certification such as CIPS, MCIPS, CPSM, or an equivalent procurement qualification is highly desirable.
- A minimum of 12 years’ relevant experience in procurement, supply chain management, strategic sourcing, contract management, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies, governance frameworks, and procurement transformation initiatives.
- Strong experience in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, procurement planning, and procurement risk management.
- Sound understanding of procurement legislation, contract law, governance requirements, and best procurement practices.
- Experience in engaging executive management, regulators, auditors, development partners, and external stakeholders.
- Experience within financial services, development finance, public sector procurement, or multinational environments will be an advantage.
KEY CAPABILITIES
- Strong strategic procurement and supply chain management expertise.
- Sound knowledge of procurement governance, contract management, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to balance cost, quality, risk, and operational requirements.
- Excellent contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Strong leadership, people management, and coaching skills.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
- High levels of integrity, accountability, discretion, and professional judgment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
- Strong proficiency in procurement technologies and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
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2. HEAD OF ORIGINATION AND STRUCTURING
JOB PURPOSE
Reporting to the Deputy CEO, Investments, the Head of Origination and Structuring will establish and lead the unit’s operating model, team, processes and systems; build a strong pipeline of viable financing opportunities; and develop transactions to the point of financing decision and financial close.
The role will structure innovative solutions using DBG resources, PFI financing and third-party capital, while advancing DBG’s development finance mandate and building a sustainable fee-based structuring service.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- First degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
- A relevant master’s degree and/or professional qualification such as CFA, ACCA or CA (Ghana) is advantageous; an additional qualification in project finance or development finance is also desirable.
- At least 15 years’ experience in corporate finance, project finance, transaction advisory, investment banking or investment within a development finance institution, including a minimum of four years leading a transaction team.
- Proven track record of originating and structuring transactions through to financial close.
- Strong knowledge of Ghana’s financial sector, including experience working with banks and other financial institutions.
- Experience in agribusiness, manufacturing, ICT or renewable energy, and exposure to a development finance environment are desirable.
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3. HEAD OF PARTIAL CREDIT GUARANTEE
JOB PURPOSE
Lead the establishment, operationalisation and strategic growth of DBG’s Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme.
The role will build and lead the operational unit, establish its governance and operating model, oversee guarantee origination, appraisal, issuance, monitoring and claims, and position the Scheme as a sustainable instrument for expanding finance to MSMEs and small local corporates in Ghana.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Banking, Business Administration or a related field; a relevant master’s degree is advantageous.
- A recognised professional qualification or membership, such as CIB Ghana, ACCA or CFA, is advantageous.
- At least fifteen years’ experience in MSME and small local corporate credit or a related field, including at least five years at senior management level.
- Required experience in credit guarantees or credit risk insurance, with a strong record in credit appraisal, portfolio management, and partner financial institution engagement.
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4. PCG OPERATIONS OFFICER
JOB PURPOSE
Support the Head of Partial Credit Guarantee in establishing, operationalizing, and growing DBG’s Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme.
The role will help build the unit’s governance, policies, procedures, systems and controls, and will manage guarantee origination, PFI onboarding and relationships, portfolio monitoring, claims processing, product development and service improvement in line with approved operating guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Banking, Business Administration or a related field; a relevant postgraduate degree is advantageous.
- Relevant professional qualification or membership, such as the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana, is advantageous.
- At least ten years’ experience in business development, credit, or a similar banking or financial-services role.
- Demonstrated experience in credit appraisal and loan administration; exposure to credit guarantees or MSME lending is desirable.
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5. PCG RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER
JOB PURPOSE
Support the establishment and effective implementation of the risk management framework for DBG’s Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme.
The role will independently review guarantee applications, PFI due diligence, guaranteed portfolios, and claims; assess the Scheme’s principal risks; and provide objective recommendations to enable growth within the approved risk appetite.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Banking, Statistics or a related field; a relevant postgraduate degree is advantageous.
- A professional risk qualification, such as FRM or PRM, or relevant professional membership is advantageous.
- At least ten years’ relevant experience in risk management, credit risk or credit appraisal in banking or financial services.
- Experience in credit guarantee operations or MSME lending is desirable, together with a record of establishing systems and procedures in a fast-growing environment.
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Source: Development Bank Ghana (DBG) official website.

























