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Joining the executive team of Coop Bank Tanzania Plc as the Chief Technology and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CTA) is a role that places you at the intersection of traditional banking and future-state technology.
Following the bank’s official mobile launch in April 2025 (which introduced the Coop Pesa app), this position is central to the bank’s vision of reaching 65% of Tanzanians through AI-driven inclusion and agricultural tech.
Role Overview: Chief Technology & AI Officer (CTA)
As the CTA, you are not just managing IT; you are the architect of a “Digital-First” cooperative movement. You will lead the creation of a developer hub focused on robotics and AI to solve real-world problems for Tanzanian farmers and MSMEs.
1. Strategic Technology Pillars
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AI for Credit & Risk: Building predictive models specifically for the agricultural sector, where traditional credit history may be missing.
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Agribusiness Ecosystem: Developing a dedicated Agribusiness App that provides farmers with data access and personalized financial facilities.
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Infrastructure & Cyber-Resilience: Overseeing core banking systems while implementing AI-based cybersecurity in line with ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS standards.
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Automation Hub: Transitioning back-office operations into highly efficient, automated processes to reduce the cost of service delivery to rural areas.
2. Candidate “Fit” Profile
This is a heavy-weight executive role requiring a blend of deep technical mastery and Tanzanian banking nuance.
| Category | Requirements |
| Experience | 10+ years total; 5 years at Senior Executive level with a track record in AI/ML deployment. |
| Education | Bachelor’s (CS/IT/Eng) + Master’s in AI, Data Science, or MBA. |
| Certifications | CISM, CISA, and ITIL are mandatory. |
| Contextual Knowledge | Deep understanding of the Tanzanian Digital Finance Vision 2050 and the local cooperative/microfinance ecosystem. |
| Leadership | Proven ability in change management and navigating complex regulatory landscapes (BoT). |
3. Application Checklist (EY Submission)
Your application is managed by Ernst & Young (EY). It must be a single PDF sent to info.tanzania@tz.ey.com.
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[ ] (a) Application Letter: Max 3 pages. Focus on your specific AI/ML implementations and digital transformation leadership.
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[ ] (b) Educational Credentials: Degrees and transcripts. (Foreign degrees require a TCU recognition letter).
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[ ] (c) Identification: Copy of NIDA card or Driver’s License.
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[ ] (d) Contact Details: Primary phone and email.
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[ ] (e) Professional Referees: Three (3) names with full contact information.
Deadline: Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, at 17:00 EAT.
4. Strategic Insight for the CTA Role
Given that Coop Bank is a merger of Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank and Tanzania Community Bank, your technical roadmap must address system integration challenges. Your cover letter should highlight any experience you have in merging disparate legacy systems into a unified, AI-ready cloud or hybrid infrastructure.
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To apply for this job email your details to info.tanzania@tz.ey.com