Policies and Procedures Specialist

National Bank of Iraq3 hours ago

Salary
Not disclosed
Job type
Full time
Location
Baghdad
Deadline
Oct 6, 2026

National Bank of Iraq is hiring a Policies and Procedures Specialist in Baghdad to oversee, draft, update, and implement institutional policies, operational workflows, and procedural systems. The role requires a bachelor's degree in an administrative field and 4–6 years of relevant experience, ideally in the financial services sector.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the document approval process within the bank, ensuring all relevant stakeholders review and approve documents according to their type.
  • Streamline workflows and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
  • Prepare and submit reports on unit performance and achievements to the direct manager as required.
  • Define roles and responsibilities, ensure efficient task execution, and monitor compliance with approved procedures.
  • Oversee the operation of the approved electronic system and propose recommendations for continuous improvement in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
  • Recommend training programs for team members, evaluate training outcomes, and oversee leave and attendance matters in coordination with the direct manager.
  • Conduct annual performance evaluations for team members in line with the approved timeline and performance management system.
  • Review audit reports and follow up on recommendations related to the unit/work centers, implementing corrective actions in coordination with the direct manager.
  • Manage the issuance, amendment, updating, communication, and archiving of policies, procedures, templates, and manuals internally and/or in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
  • Operate and maintain the approved electronic system and provide recommendations to enhance its performance.
  • Supervise interviews with process owners to gain a clear understanding of operational workflows within the bank.
  • Review procedures uploaded to the system and verify proper linkage between final approved versions and their corresponding circulars on the procedures portal.
  • Conduct research and benchmarking studies to identify and adopt best local and international practices in procedures development and implementation.
  • Ensure the integration of innovative technological solutions (e.g., digital transformation initiatives) into the bank’s policies and procedures to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
  • Provide periodic progress reports to the direct manager when required.
  • Manage responses to inquiries and feedback from departments regarding policies, procedures, templates, and access methods.
  • Perform any additional responsibilities assigned by the direct manager

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in administrative fields, preferably in (Quality Management Techniques, Finance and Banking Sciences, Information Systems, or Management), or an equivalent qualification
  • 4–6 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Experience in the banking or financial services sector.
  • Knowledge of data governance, reconciliation, and regulatory reporting requirements is a plus.

Skills

  • Quality Management
  • Policy development
  • Workflow optimization
  • Data governance

Details

Profession
Policies and Procedures Specialist
Category
Administration
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Mid level · 4+ years