Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
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Kelvin Banda Chanda

Kelvin Banda Chanda

Ndola

Summary

Experienced Regional Manager with a strong background in retail banking, specializing in sales growth, operational efficiency, and team leadership. Proven track record in developing strategies that enhance market share, manage risks, and drive business development. Adept at fostering stakeholder relationships and optimizing budget allocation to surpass revenue targets and elevate customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Manager, Operations

FNB Zambia
Kitwe
11.2022 - Current
  • Engaged in regular meetings with branch managers and administrators to analyze risk and operational challenges, furnishing expert advice on ways to enhance performance.
  • Kept track of team's performance relative to the goals and objectives outlined by executive management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement multiple projects.
  • Enhance cost optimization by managing regional expenses.
  • Streamlined operations in various branches by implementing efficient processes for better management of operational matters.
  • Increased risk awareness within the organization by conducting comprehensive Branch Process/Risk Reviews and providing specialized training to bridge identified control gaps.
  • Act as a liaison with internal and external auditors. Ensure that process and risk review finding action plans are implemented in the shortest possible time by branch management.
  • Seek and drive innovation opportunities for internal process improvement.
  • Review and scope manual processes for automation to drive efficiencies, including recommendation of updates to specific FNB golden rules in the key control environment.
  • Delivered support and mentoring to employees in various locations within the region, on an as-needed basis.
  • Collaborate closely with Human Capital department on matters related to employee relations.

Branch Manager

FNB Zambia
Ndola
10.2018 - 10.2022
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
  • Implemented internal control procedures to minimize risk exposure and maximize profitability.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Participated in community events to promote brand awareness.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Branch Manager

FNB Zambia
Chingola
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
  • Implemented internal control procedures to minimize risk exposure and maximize profitability.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Participated in community events to promote brand awareness.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Branch Manager

Investrust Bank Plc
Chirundu, Ndola, Chipata
07.2013 - 12.2016
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
  • Implemented internal control procedures to minimize risk exposure and maximize profitability.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Participated in community events to promote brand awareness.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Operations Officer

Finance Bank Zambia
Lusaka
10.2010 - 06.2013
  • Monitored and evaluated performance metrics to ensure operational objectives were met.
  • Effectively manage and support Branches to ensure they meet operational, customer, compliance, and bank targets and produce results that satisfy shareholder objectives.
  • Supervise and manage Operations Officers.
  • Act as escalation point for all issues raised by branches requiring Head Office support until full resolution.
  • Ensure sound liquidity management in branches.
  • Manage the grievance and disciplinary procedure in branches.
  • Member of the Branch Opening Committee and other projects that affect Operations.
  • Represent the Bank at the Bankers Association of Zambia Technical Committee and the Cheque Standards Committee.

Officer- Process Optimisation Project

Finance Bank Zambia
Lusaka
08.2010 - 10.2010
  • Full time member of the Process Optimization Project (POP) in the Bank to redesign processes in order to achieve improved customer service delivery, increase efficiency and productivity, reduce turnaround times, eliminate waste and reduce costs with the aim of increasing employee and customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented new technologies as needed to enhance productivity levels in the workplace.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
  • Oversaw the development and implementation of operational procedures.

Internal Auditor

Finance Bank Zambia
Lusaka
01.2009 - 08.2010
  • Reviewed the adequacy of controls established to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and best practice.
  • Assess the reliability and security of financial management information, and the systems and operations that produce the information.
  • Review established procedures and systems, and propose improvements where weaknesses are found, in liaison with Risk Managers.
  • Appraise the use of resources with regard to efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Contribute to the development of security and controls for new products, selected according to the risk involved, and to check that adequate controls are incorporated.
  • Follow up Audit Response Reports and ensure remedial action is taken.
  • Follow up Risk and Compliance Reports on validation of corrective action.
  • Validate risks and controls; add new risks and controls in liaison with the Risk Management Department, as observed during audits.
  • Conduct ad hoc and fraud investigations.

Graduate Management Trainee

Finance Bank Zambia
Lusaka
01.2008 - 12.2009
  • Successfully completed hands-on Graduate Trainee Programme that entailed working in all Lusaka Branches of Finance Bank Zambia in various departments such as Customer Service, Cash, Credit, Clearing, Transfers, Credit, and Branch Accounts.
  • Also worked in the Core Head Office Departments, i.e. Operations and Retail Banking, Credit, Marketing, and Treasury.

Education

Professional Diploma in Banking And Finance - Banking And Finance

Zambia Institute of Banking And Finacial Services, Lusaka, Zambia
02-2012

Bachelor of Arts - B.A. in Public Administration And Economics

The University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
07-2007

Grade 12 Certificate -

Libala Secondary School, Lusaka, Zambia
11-2000

MBA - Finance

Copperbelt University, Kitwe, Zambia

Skills

  • Leadership & Development
  • Risk Assessment
  • Business Development
  • Financial Analysis
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Operational Oversight
  • Project Management

Accomplishments

  • Best in Liability Growth - Tier 2 - FNB Chingola Branch 2018
  • Best in Digital Migration - Tier 2 - FNB Chingola Branch 2018
  • Best Customer Service -Tier 2 - Chingola Branch - 2018
  • Best Operational Risk Management - Tier 1 - Ndola Branch
  • Most Cost Efficient - Tier One - FNB Ndola Branch - 2019
  • Best Overall Branch FNB Zambia Award - 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Manager, Operations - FNB Zambia
11.2022 - Current
Branch Manager - FNB Zambia
10.2018 - 10.2022
Branch Manager - FNB Zambia
01.2017 - 09.2018
Branch Manager - Investrust Bank Plc
07.2013 - 12.2016
Operations Officer - Finance Bank Zambia
10.2010 - 06.2013
Officer- Process Optimisation Project - Finance Bank Zambia
08.2010 - 10.2010
Internal Auditor - Finance Bank Zambia
01.2009 - 08.2010
Graduate Management Trainee - Finance Bank Zambia
01.2008 - 12.2009
Zambia Institute of Banking And Finacial Services - Professional Diploma in Banking And Finance, Banking And Finance
The University of Zambia - Bachelor of Arts, B.A. in Public Administration And Economics
Libala Secondary School - Grade 12 Certificate,
Copperbelt University - MBA, Finance
Kelvin Banda Chanda