Application submissions are currently being accepted for the First Bank Management Associate Program (FMAP) 2025. This all-encompassing program lasts for a period of twenty-four months and is intended for individuals who are young, dynamic, and highly motivated, and who are enthusiastic about making a difference in the financial services industry.
First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s premier and leading financial inclusion services provider has announced the call for participation in the third season of its FirstBank Management Associate Programme (FMAP).
FirstBank Management Associate Programme
| Company | FirstBank |
| Category | Internships | Training |
| Eligible Country: | Nigeria |
| Title | FirstBank Management Associate Programme |
| Benefits | Competitive Salary & Bonuses First Academy Training |
| Deadline: | February 16, 2025 |
About FirstBank
First Bank of Nigeria Limited (“FirstBank”), founded in 1894, is West Africa’s top bank, Nigeria’s number one bank brand, and the largest provider of financial services solutions in Nigeria.
By 2024, First Bank Group had 700 commercial centers across the continent, as well as banking offices in over 820 business outlets in Africa, particularly Nigeria.
The group is a retail banking organization focused on West Africa, with approximately 42 million clients.
First Bank has a total of around 16000 workers. The organization’s four primary strategic business units are retail banking, corporate banking, commercial banking, and public sector banking. Read more about First Bank
About FirstBank Management Associate Programme
The FirstBank Management Associate Programme (FMAP) is a 24-month quick training program for young, motivated people who want to make an impact in the financial services business.
The program aims to develop future leaders who will help the Bank become the top choice in Africa.
FMAP provides trainees with a lot of experience, combining classroom learning and hands-on work. This helps them understand the working world better.
The program is aimed at promising young professionals who have strong critical thinking skills, financial knowledge, and the ability to communicate well and combine ideas, information, and facts to make better decisions.
Eligibility Criteria for FirstBank Management Associate Programme
- Candidates must possess qualifications within the range of BA to SBO grade.
- A minimum of a second-class upper division degree in any discipline from a reputable university is required.Â
- Possession of a postgraduate degree, at a minimum a master’s degree, from a distinguished university; or pertinent professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA, and ACIB.Â
- The upper age limit is established at 32 years.Â
- A minimum of three years of professional experience within a structured organization is required.Â
- Mastery of the English language
Program Objectives
- Identify, select, cultivate, and nurture a cadre of promising young leaders who will shape the future.Â
- Implement a systematic approach to infuse juvenile energy and innovative perspectives into the middle and upcoming tiers of senior management across the institution.
- Facilitate the development of future management successors through intentional mentorship and the systematic instillation of positive values.
- Foster a culture of excellence and positive differentiation by intentionally accelerating the career advancement of the cohorts.
Duration and Reward
- FirstBank provides ongoing learning and development opportunities through our corporate university, First Academy, to equip employees with the necessary skills and competencies to excel in their respective job functions.
- A compensation bundle that encompasses remuneration, perquisites, and benefits, thereby establishing the Bank as a preferred employer within its competitive pay market.Â
- A number of talent management initiatives have been implemented to comprehend the needs of new employees and align them with the strategic objectives of the Bank.
- The provision of equal opportunities for employees guarantees that all individuals are afforded the same chances to engage in the Bank’s operations, regardless of gender, culture, age, nationality, disability, or social background.
- A range of performance, discretionary, and recognition programs has been established to reinforce and emphasize the intended performance culture within the Bank.
How to Apply for FirstBank Management Associate Programme
Interested and eligible participants can submit their applications via the First Bank career portal by clicking on the application link below.
The application deadline is February 16, 2025.
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