Senior Credit Data Scientist at NMB Bank Tanzania

To provide competent and reliable support on credit related projects including system development / implementation / enhancements and automation, new credit product designing, Credit Bureau (CRB) services, Credit Scoring Tools, IFRS9 assessment, maintenance of credit risk related models, validation and reporting, etc.

To deliver a professional service, this includes conducting advanced analytics on NMB's loan portfolio performance trends and the overall Banking industry in an effort to mitigate credit risk and thereafter make recommendations for management decisions.

To prepare and ensure availability of analytical reports to all internal and external partners that are involved in credit matters and handling various credit-related queries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for applying advanced analytical skills and machine learning experience to develop, review, validate and maintain credit risk related models and dashboards for the Bank.
• Responsible for providing proper support and supervision of the IFRS 9 solution particularly on reports preparation, process review, system enhancement and validation.
• Responsible for identifying hotspots, modelling and providing analytical updates regarding internal and external factors that influence NMB's portfolio performance and Banking industry in an effort of mitigating credit risk exposure.
• Responsible for managing CRB services within NMB Bank regarding monthly data submission, data quality improvement, system enhancements, trainings and handling disputes/queries concerning CRB process on ensuring full compliance in accordance with BOT regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed processes and other requirements related to credit risk models.
• Responsible for providing full support by sharing all the required credit reports/information and handling various credit related queries to the internal and external partners including BOT, auditors and other institutions.

Knowledge and Skills:

• A comprehensive knowledge of credit risk models.
• Programming languages e.g. Java, C, SQL, Python, R, etc.
• Business Intelligence & Data analytics.
• Machine Learning Techniques.
• Strong mathematical & numeracy skills.
• Understanding of the reports & data visualizations tools.
• Critical thinking, excellent analytical and creative.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Self-directed work and problem-solving centric attitude.
• Ability to independently research and develop innovative analytics.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Analytics, Machine Learning or related fields.
• At least 4 years' experience, preferably in Programing languages including SQL, Python, Scala and Perl; and R; SQL and NoSQL databases; Data mining and manipulation, machine learning algorithms and applications.
• Experience in Credit risk modelling within the Banking industry is an added advantage.

NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job opening date : 12-Feb-2026

Job closing date : 26-Feb-2026