Shariah Board Secretariat Officer

Bank-e-Millie Afghan (BMA) is the foremost first financial institution of Afghanistan established in 1933. Similarly, it was the first financial institution established in a public-private partnership set up with a 72% share held by the private sector. As the first bank in the country, BMA introduced formal banking services to the people and government of Afghanistan. Since then, the bank’s competitive strength and ongoing market leadership philosophy lays in its strong capital base and proven trustworthiness. In 1976, it was fully nationalized by the government of Afghanistan. Since its establishment, BMA has been a leading bank in providing modern and secure banking services. Securing depositors' funds is the top priority of the bank. At the same time, the bank is contributing considerably to the development of manufacturing, agriculture, services, and international trade in the country. BMA is operating based on strong corporate governance principles, financial risk management, and strict compliance to keep its credibility and trust. At present, BMA has 17 City Branches including the HQ and 4 Counters in Kabul, 22 Provincial Branches and 3 Counters accompanied by a broader outlook and prospect for growth and expansion in near future, and equity investments in the USA and England.

The Shariah Board Secretariat Officer is responsible for organizing and coordinating Shariah Board meetings in a regular and systematic manner; preparing required documents; recording and following up on resolutions; and effectively managing all matters related to documentation, archiving, and official correspondence with Board members.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Organize, arrange, and coordinate the monthly Shariah Board meetings in coordination with the Head of Shariah Affairs and the direct supervisor.

2. Prepare the meeting agenda of the Shariah Board and distribute it, along with the required supporting documents, to Board members prior to the meetings.

3. Prepare, draft, and accurately compile the minutes of Shariah Board meetings in accordance with professional writing standards.

4. Record and maintain the resolutions, fatwas, opinions, and decisions of the Shariah Board in a secure and properly categorized manner.

5. Follow up on the implementation of Shariah Board resolutions with the relevant departments and prepare progress reports for the Manager and the Head of Shariah Affairs.

6. Manage official correspondence between the Shariah Board and the General Directorate of the Bank, the Shariah Affairs Department, and other relevant departments.

7. Ensure the attendance of Shariah Board members at meetings by sending formal invitations and following up on their confirmations.

8. Arrange the physical or virtual meeting venue of the Shariah Board and ensure the availability of required equipment (computer, projector, files, etc.).

9. Ensure the confidentiality of Shariah Board information and safeguard sensitive documents.

10. Maintain and manage both digital and physical archives of all documents related to the Shariah Board in accordance with an established classification system.

11. Coordinate with the Executive and Records Officer in managing administrative documents related to the Shariah Board.

12. Perform any other duties assigned by the Manager or the Head of Shariah Affairs within the scope of authority and functional relevance.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:

  • Islamic Jurisprudence and Law

  • Shariah Studies

  • Islamic Economics

  • Or other related fields
    (A Master’s degree and specialized certifications in Islamic finance and transactions, such as AAOIFI, will be considered an advantage.)

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in Shariah affairs, Islamic banking, or board secretariat functions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Islamic banking principles, Shariah contracts, and relevant regulations.

• Ability to prepare agendas, draft meeting minutes, follow up on Shariah Board resolutions, and organize official documentation.

• Excellent official writing skills in Dari and Pashto (knowledge of Arabic and English is an advantage).

• Proficiency in computer applications, especially MS Office.

• High level of integrity, trustworthiness, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality of documents.

• No criminal conviction and possession of a good reputation.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply online through the BMA Job Portal at https://jobs.bma.com.af before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process.