FX Dealer (Re Announced)

Ghazanfar Bank, a full-fledged licensed commercial Bank, commenced its operations in March 2009. The Share Holders of the Bank belongs to one of the leading business groups of Afghanistan. As a leading business house Ghazanfar Group is involved in various key businesses sectors as a front runner such as import and distribution of Petroleum/Gas and other various important industrial sectors. Ghazanfar Bank started its operation in Kabul, Afghanistan, and is offering key financial services both under conventional and Islamic Banking. The Bank has since opened up its Branches at various key locations such as Mazar Sharif, Hairatan, Nayeb Abad Branch, Kunduz, Takhar, Pule- Khumri, Jalalabad, Herat & Kandahar besides opening another eight branches at Kabul in Sarai Shahzada, Shar-e-Naw, Karte Naw, Kote Sangi, Lase Maryam, Karte Char, Kabul Airport Branch and Wazir Akbar Khan. In due course of time, the Bank intends to expand its Branch Network in Kabul as well as at other key locations of the Country.

As FX Dealer you are responsible to:

1. Monitoring the Bank’s Net Open Position on a daily basis.
2. Ensuring Active and Sound engagement In the FX Market.
3. Preparation of a Weekly plan for further submission and review of the CFO/Treasury Manager.
4. Fundamental and Technical Analysis of the FX Market.
5. Monitoring the local FX Market and taking the necessary action in Line with the Delegation of Power.
6. Active Trading in Well-Known Currency Pairs such EUR/USD GBP/USD.
7. Active Participation in the DAB Currency Auction.
8. To attend to any other matter that may not have been mentioned in this document but advised by Treasury Manager.

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as ACI (The Financial Markets Association) or CFA are highly desirable.

Experience Required

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in foreign exchange dealing or treasury operations.

Strong familiarity with forex markets, trading platforms, and related financial instruments.

Competencies Required      

•Expertise in FX trading, including spot, forward, and swap transactions.

•Proficiency in using trading platforms such as Bloomberg, Reuters, or other FX systems.

•Strong analytical skills for interpreting market trends and managing risks.

•Solid understanding of FX regulations, compliance, and market standards.

•Ability to manage liquidity and optimize FX positions to achieve profitability.

•Effective communication skills to liaise with counterparties and internal teams.

•Strong attention to detail and precision in executing trades.

•Advanced problem-solving skills to handle discrepancies and manage market risks.

Personal Attributes

•Adheres to ethical trading practices and ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines.

•Takes responsibility for trading decisions and their impact on the bank’s FX portfolio.

•Monitors market developments to identify and act on profitable opportunities.

•Thrives in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing market conditions.

leadership Capabilities

•Works effectively with the treasury team and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.

•Aligns trading activities with the bank’s risk and profitability objectives.

•Quickly addresses and resolves trading or settlement discrepancies.

•Clearly conveys market insights and trade rationales to management and counterparties.

Applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume to recruitment-officer@ghazanfarbank.com. Please ensure that you include the position title and vacancy announcement number in the email subject line (FX Dealer GB/EAD/27). Applications that do not follow this format will not be considered.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further recruitment processes.