edward balandya
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, excelling in digital strategy and eCommerce management. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective communication and team leadership. Adept at financial analysis and stakeholder engagement, driving innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Digital & eCommerce
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
06.2023 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Business Manager Executive Offic3
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient banking processes.
- Collaborated with teams to improve customer service strategies.
- Developed training materials for staff on banking products.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic business decisions.
- Facilitated communication between departments for project alignment.
Head Trade Sales
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Business Manager, Corporate and Investment Banking
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
06.2015 - 07.2018
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budgeting processes and financial reporting for various projects.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to optimize service delivery.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and risks.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure alignment on goals.
Global Markets Product Control
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Management Accounting and Financial Reporting
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
Dar es salaam
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
MBA - Business
Eastern And Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI)
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 04.2022 - 04.2024
Digital Banking
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 07.2024 - 12.2024
BBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Dar Es Salaam Business School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 06.2006 - 09.2009
Skills
- Digital strategy
- eCommerce management
- Financial analysis
- Risk management
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Self-Directed
- Project planning
- Organization
- FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and responsible
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA)
- First Class Masters Degree by ESAMI
Accomplishments
- First Class - Honors, MBA Masters Degree
- Best Junior Product Control, Standard Bank 2015
References
References available upon request.
Board & Executive Committee Served
- Stanbic Bank Development Management Committee - Chairman
- Stanbic Bank Corporate & Investment Management Committee - Secretary
- Stanbic Bank Pricing Committee - Member
- Client Experience Forum - Member
- Country Leadership Council - Member (by invitation)
- New Product & Data Science Committee - Member
- Risk Committee - Member
- Credit Risk Management Committee - Member
- Asset and Liability Committee - Member
- Board Technology Committee - Member
Timeline
Digital Banking
University of Witwatersrand
07.2024 - 12.2024
Head Digital & eCommerce
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
06.2023 - Current
MBA - Business
Eastern And Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI)
04.2022 - 04.2024
Business Manager Executive Offic3
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
04.2021 - 06.2023
Head Trade Sales
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
08.2018 - 03.2021
Business Manager, Corporate and Investment Banking
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
06.2015 - 07.2018
Global Markets Product Control
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
09.2011 - 05.2015
Management Accounting and Financial Reporting
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
09.2009 - 08.2011
BBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Dar Es Salaam Business School
06.2006 - 09.2009