Senior Product Specialist at NMB Bank Tanzania

Responsible for leading the implementation of core banking systems products from concept to delivery by working closely with the business teams. Interact with external resources/software vendors to identify and resolve issues/problems and gaps

Main Responsibilities:

• Gather product requirements related to Core Banking Systems from business units and translate them into technical requirements and solutions and/or write supporting requirement specification documents
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand technical trade-offs and architecture to drive product roadmap, positioning, requirements and feature delivery
• Provide product knowledge and mentoring to analysts and specialists
• Business analysis and requirements documentation of complex product management projects for building new products or enhancement / extension of current products
• Ensure product readiness by all stakeholders is conducted before products are implemented in live
• Oversee any new designs and deployments of all products related changes in the Core Banking Systems.
• Ensure there is clear end to end understanding of system expectations and behavior
• Define clear UAT test cases and scenarios and ensure UAT is conducted and sign off is done for any changes on CBS systems (product/system setups, back-end fixes/patches, new releases)
• Manage products throughout life cycle in the Core Banking Systems. Analyze and simulate operational changes requested and ensure clear user acceptance tests are being signed off
• Lead the periodic review and correction of different Core Banking Systems (CBS) products and services and ensure monitoring and continuous enhancements of the existing products
• Keeping track of all changes in existing product portfolios for audit purposes. Ensure all key issues of the systems are being resolved/managed regularly
• Explore systems capabilities which are not utilized to advise the business of the products and services which can be offered to customers.
• Link between business updates to application development to ensure technology solutions support business requirements.
• Lead the development of workflow improvements throughout the various departments making use of the core banking applications.
• Identify systems gaps and develop suitable plans to close the gaps
• Follow industry trends through exploring complementary and competitive products, meeting with partners, attending conferences, and investigating new technologies.
• Lead the products training efforts for all touchpoints to the business users, inclusive of documentation, publications, E-Training tools.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of core banking systems and different platforms of banking products
• Ability to work on multiple projects, balancing competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative and fast-paced atmosphere
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated advanced analytic and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to apply competence in new or complex situations.
• Strong SQL and database developments skills
• Demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to lead teams and motivate team members, as needed.
• Excellent in working with teams and with colleagues on a one-to-one basis.
• Ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science /Computer Engineering / Information Technology or any other related field
• Relevant certification(s) including ITIL is an added advantage.
• At least four (4) years of work experience in the relevant field with leadership experience in medium to large organizations working in Core Banking product analysis & configuration.
• Experience in SQL querying and database developments
• Extensive experience with any programming languages like Java, Python and or C
• Financial service experience in product management or related areas including relationship management, IT development, and project management
  
  
  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 : 01-Jul-2026

Job closing date : 15-Jul-2026