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Ghazanfar Bank, a full-fledged licensed commercial Bank, commenced its operations in March 2009. The Share Holders of the Bank belongs to one of the leading business groups of Afghanistan. As a leading business house Ghazanfar Group is involved in various key businesses sectors as a front runner such as import and distribution of Petroleum/Gas and other various important industrial sectors. Ghazanfar Bank started its operation in Kabul, Afghanistan, and is offering key financial services both under conventional and Islamic Banking. The Bank has since opened up its Branches at various key locations such as Mazar Sharif, Hairatan, Nayeb Abad Branch, Kunduz, Takhar, Pule- Khumri, Jalalabad, Herat, Kandahar, Faryab besides opening another Nine branches at Kabul in Sarai Shahzada, Shar-e-Naw, Karte Naw, Kote Sangi, Lase Maryam, Karte Char, Kabul Airport Branch and Wazir Akbar Khan. In due course of time, the Bank intends to expand its Branch Network in Kabul as well as at other key locations of the Country.

1. Provide day-to-day Shariah advisory support to business units, treasury, operations, and support functions.
2. Respond to Shariah-related queries and prepare written Sharia advisory opinions for internal use.
3. Assist in the interpretation, dissemination, and implementation of Sharia Board resolutions.
4. Support the development and structuring of Shariah-compliant products, services, and processes.
5. Review proposed products, contracts, workflows, policies, procedures, system configurations, and marketing materials from a Sharia perspective prior to launch.
6. Identify Shariah compliance gaps and recommend corrective or remedial actions.
7. Support the strengthening and ongoing enhancement of the Bank’s Shariah Governance Framework in line with NSGF requirements.
8. Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating Shariah non-compliance risks.
9. Coordinate with Sharia Review, Shariah Audit, Internal Audit, Risk, and Compliance functions on Sharia-related matters.
10. Prepare advisory notes, concept papers, and supporting documentation for Sharia Board deliberation.
11. Assist in monitoring the implementation of Shariah Board decisions across the Bank.
12. Support Shariah awareness initiatives, internal guidance notes, and staff training programs.
13. Promote a strong culture of Shariah compliance and ethical conduct across the Bank.
14. Support regulatory engagements, Shariah inspections, and supervisory reviews when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Fiqh-ul-Muʿamalat, Islamic Finance, or Sharia Law

Professional Certifications (Preferred)
• AAOIFI CSAA / CIPA or equivalent Islamic finance certification

Experience
• 1–3 years of experience in Islamic banking, Shariah advisory, or Sharia governance
• Practical exposure to Islamic banking products, contracts, and operations
• Experience working with or supporting a Sharia Board is an advantage

Core Competencies

• Strong command of Fiqh-ul-Muʿamalat
• Practical understanding of Islamic banking operations
• Knowledge of AAOIFI, IFSB, and DAB Shariah governance standards
• Strong analytical, advisory writing, and communication skills
• High ethical standards and professional integrity

Applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their updated Curriculum vitae (CV)/Resume to (sr.recruitment-officer@ghazanfarbank.com)

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Note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further recruitment process.

Submission E-mail

(sr.recruitment-officer@ghazanfarbank.com)

sr.recruitment-officer@ghazanfarbank.com