INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Abay Bank is a forward-looking private commercial bank dedicated to shaping Ethiopia’s financial future through inclusive, full-fledged banking services that foster development, drive business growth, and ensure sustainable profitability. Aspiring to become The First Bank of Choice, Abay Bank believes in nurturing talent and cultivating impact — and now invites qualified, passionate and motivated individuals to apply for the following vacant positions and contribute to a legacy proudly recognized as a true Source of Greatness.
# 1
Job Title: Director – Marketing
Job Summary
- The job holder is responsible to have a demonstrated passion for brand building and creativity. An extroverted disposition capable of driving bold, engaging communications across all platforms.
- Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills critical for energizing corporate events, and interfacing with stakeholders and media.
- Strong acumen in research to continuously identify trends, generate fresh ideas, and translate insights into actionable campaigns, new products and services.
- Expertise in content development and storytelling to lead scriptwriting and narrative crafting across diverse touchpoints.
- Commitment to truth, professionalism, and emotional stability for an empathetic and resilient team building.
Required Education and Experience: Master’s/Bachelor Degree in Marketing Management, Economics, Management, Business Administration or related field, with 8/10 years of experience of which four (4) years should be at Managerial position.
Place of Work: Head Office
#2
Job Title: Manager – Brand Management & Communication
Job Summary:
- The Manager is responsible in developing and implementing brand positioning strategies aligned with the Bank’s values and long-term goals,
- Ensuring consistency across all visual and verbal brand expressions, including campaigns, signage, and digital platforms.
- Cultivating strong relationships with media outlets, influencers, and community stakeholders.
- Overseeing the creation of high-impact content for social media, website, internal communications, and executive messaging.
- Designing and executing integrated communication plans for major events, milestones, and product launches.
- Inspiring and guiding a team of creatives, writers, and PR specialists.
- Fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation within the division.
Required Education and Experience: Master’s/ Bachelor Degree in Marketing Management, Economics, Management, Business Administration or related field, with 6/8 years of experience of which two (2) years should be at senior position.
Place of Work: Head Office
# 3
Job Title: Branch Manager – Grade – 1
Job Summary: The Manager plans and coordinates the overall activities of the branch, and follows-up and evaluates Branch’s operations/targets on established performance parameters. He/she motivates and coaches the customer service officers responsible for the delivery of high quality service. He/she identifies and recruits potential customers and provides professional advice and others.
Required Education and Experience: BA Degree in Management, Economics, Accounting & Finance, Marketing, Banking & Finance, Business Administration or other business related field of study with 6 years’ work experience in banking operations, out of which two (2) years in supervisory position.
Place of Work
- Kebri Dahar Branch Under Dire Dawa district
- Melkarefu (IFB Branch, Under Dire Dawa district
- Salary: As per the Bank’s Scale.
- Application Deadline: August 1, 2025.
- Interested and qualified applicants fulfilling the above criteria can apply in person at the Human Capital Administration Department, Abay Bank Head Office, 8th Floor – Zequala Complex Building, located around Bambis in front of NOC Gas Station.
- For vacancy number #3 applicants can also apply at Dire Dawa District Offices.
- Applicants for Melkarefu Branch Speaking & Writing Afan Oromo language is preferable and applicants for Kebri Dahar Branch Speaking & Writing Somali language is preferable.
- Only short listed candidates will be communicated.
