Head of Public Sector, South Bank Port Harcourt

Wema Bank Plc - Widely reputed as the longest-surviving and most resilient Indigenous bank in Nigeria, Wema Bank Plc has over the years, diligently offered a fully-fledged range of value-adding banking and financial advisory services to the Nigerian public. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Head of Public Sector, South Bank Freejob posting

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The Head of Public Sector, South Bank will provide strategic leadership for driving public-sector banking growth across the South-South and Mid-West regions, overseeing deposit mobilization, government relationship management, revenue optimization, and risk management. The South-South/Mid-West region supported by Wema Bank’s regional training and operational structure serves as a key hub for government institutions and parastatals. The role requires strong stakeholder management, deep public-sector ecosystem knowledge, expertise in structuring financial solutions, and ability to lead public-sector business expansion in an increasingly competitive environment.

Job Details

Public Sector  Business Development:

Lead deposit growth and liquidity acquisition from state governments, local governments, ministries, agencies, parastatals, and public institutions. Develop strategies to grow public-sector deposits by 50% within 6 months (aligned with the broader corporate growth directive). Drive onboarding of new public-sector clients and deepen existing government wallet share. Identify and segment opportunities within: State MDAs Local government councils Educational institutions Judicial & security institutions Water boards, transport agencies, & state-owned enterprises Leverage Wema Bank’s digital and corporate banking capabilities to deliver tailored solutions in cash management, collections, TSA-compliant systems, payroll, trade services, and project financing. Develop relationship with all tiers of government.

Serve as the primary liaison with state executives, commissioners, permanent secretaries, revenue boards, and institutional decision-makers. Lead negotiations for state-level partnerships, collections mandates, IGR optimization services, and digital revenue automation. Ensure consistent visibility at high-level government meetings, public-sector forums, and state economic summits.

Support assessment, structuring, and monitoring of public-sector-linked credit exposures including:

Irrevocable Standing Payment Orders (ISPO) Contract finance Salary-backed lending Infrastructure financing (PPP/JV models)

Strengthen compliance with the bank’s credit evaluation and risk frameworks, ensuring high-quality credit proposals and alignment with regulatory standards. Drive portfolio diversification to reduce concentration risk across states, MDAs, and revenue types. Use early-warning indicators to proactively manage exposures and ensure balance-sheet quality.

Drive improvements in operational efficiency, reducing turnaround times for government-related transactions, mandates, and onboarding. Ensure effective collaboration with Treasury, Operations, E-Business, Trade Services, and Legal teams to execute public-sector deals seamlessly. Promote adoption of digital banking platforms, aligning with Wema Bank’s regionally deployed digital transformation strategy.

Lead a region-wide Public Sector Banking team with clear accountability and defined performance metrics. Drive a culture of compliance, professionalism, and ethical standards in public-sector dealings. Foster strong collaboration across credit, risk, operations, and corporate banking teams. Inspire and coach team members, aligned with Wema Bank’s leadership development culture and structured talent-building approach. Drive change management initiatives supporting digital transformation and improved revenue efficiency. Oversee governance, ensuring transparency and audit-readiness in all public-sector engagements.

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Business, or related fields. Master’s degree or professional certification (ACIB, ICAN, PMP) is an added advantage. 8–12 years’ experience in public-sector or corporate banking, with at least 5 years in a team leadership role. Strong understanding of government financial operations, IGR processes, public-sector ecosystems, and liquidity management. Proven track record driving high-value public-sector deals and mandates.

Excellent relationship management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Government Relations & Stakeholder Influence Strategic Planning & Execution Public Sector Financial Advisory Expertise Credit Structuring & Risk Management Digital & Analytical Capability Leadership & People Management Negotiation & Deal Closing Regulatory & Compliance Awareness.

30th September, 2026. How to Apply

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