National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) invites applications from senior, high-caliber financial sector leaders for the executive position of Group Chief Inclusive Development Group (SEVP) based at the Bank Head Office in Karachi. Operating as the nation's leading commercial banking institution, NBP plays a central institutional role in advancing financial inclusion, economic sustainability, and strategic credit delivery across priority economic segments.
Role Overview & Strategic Mandate
Reporting directly to the President of National Bank of Pakistan, the Group Chief will provide executive leadership and strategic direction to the Inclusive Development Group (IDG). The incumbent will oversee nationwide policy execution for agriculture financing, commercial & SME portfolios, microfinance lending, and special corporate social responsibility initiatives. Key mandates include aligning lending frameworks with State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) green banking regulations, overseeing ESG risk integration, establishing institutional partnerships with development finance institutions (DFIs), and driving commercial credit growth across all provincial divisions.
Executive Profile & Experience Nuances
The role requires an accomplished banking professional with a minimum of 18 years of working experience, of which at least 12 years must be within the commercial banking or financial sector. Candidates must demonstrate at least 8 years of successful leadership heading an SME, Agriculture, or Commercial Business division, or 5 years heading a major Retail Banking division. Candidates must possess demonstrated competence in multi-divisional governance, board-level stakeholder management, credit appraisal frameworks, and sustainable agriculture lending. The upper age limit is 57 years as of the closing date.
Terms of Appointment & Compensation
This is a Senior Management appointment on a contractual basis for an initial term of three (03) years, renewable at the discretion of the Bank Management. Selected executives will receive a competitive senior executive compensation package and benefits commensurate with experience and market standards under Bank policy.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must visit the designated recruitment web portal at https://nbp.rozeegpt.ai/ and complete the online application process within 10 working days of publication (no later than 02 October 2026).
Important Recruitment Notes
- Applications received after the due date will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Only shortlisted candidates strictly meeting the basic eligibility criteria will be invited for panel interviews.
- No Traveling Allowance or Daily Allowance (TA/DA) is admissible for interview attendance.
- National Bank of Pakistan is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, or disability.