Job Description

Company Description

GCB Bank PLC is Ghana’s oldest and largest indigenous bank, established in 1953, with a nationwide presence and a leading position in retail, SME, corporate and public-sector banking. The Bank combines a strong heritage, extensive branch network and expanding digital capabilities to drive financial inclusion, customer growth and sustainable long-term value creation.

Ready to turn your potential into impact? Join a 24-month journey where you will learn from industry leaders, solve real business challenges and help shape the future of banking in Ghana.

GCB Bank Plc invites applications from qualified, high-performing graduates across Ghana for the GCB Eaglet Management Programme, an intensive 24-month development programme designed to identify, develop and position exceptional young talent for future leadership and critical roles within the Bank.

This is more than a graduate opportunity. It is a pathway to professional excellence, enterprise-wide exposure and a career built on performance, integrity and impact.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The GCB Eaglet Management Programme offers successful candidates a structured development experience combining practical banking exposure, professional learning, performance assessment and career development.

Over 24 months, selected graduates will:

• eXPLORE the Bank: Gain exposure to diverse banks across Africa and support functions across GCB through structured learning experiences and work assignments.
• Develop professionally: Build technical, commercial, digital, leadership and interpersonal capabilities relevant to modern banking.
• Deliver measurable impact: Participate in business initiatives, projects and assignments that contribute to the Bank’s strategic priorities.
• Demonstrate potential: Undergo continuous performance, competency and behavioural assessments, with regular feedback and development support.
• Earn placement on merit: Be considered for permanent placement into suitable roles based on demonstrated performance, competencies, organisational requirements and available positions, subject to the Bank’s applicable policies.

Job Description

THE GCB EAGLET PROFILE

Beyond academic excellence, successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Innovation and creativity: The ability to generate ideas, challenge assumptions and identify better ways of working.
• Commercial and industry awareness: A sound understanding of business, the financial services industry and emerging economic and technological trends, with the ability to learn and apply new insights.
• Transformational thinking: An appetite for change, continuous improvement and the responsible use of technology to improve customer and business outcomes.
• Resilience and adaptability: The capacity to navigate challenges, learn from setbacks and perform effectively in changing environments.
• Emotional intelligence and empathy: The ability to collaborate, understand diverse perspectives and build productive relationships.
• Leadership by example: Demonstrated integrity, accountability, initiative, professionalism and a commitment to high standards.
• Digital aptitude: Familiarity with technological tools, data, digital platforms or emerging technologies will be an added advantage.

OUR SELECTION APPROACH

GCB Bank is committed to a fair, transparent and merit-based selection process. Eligible applicants may be assessed through a combination of:

• Application and academic qualification screening.
• Aptitude and analytical reasoning assessments.
• Competency-based interviews and other relevant assessment exercises.
• Evaluation of leadership potential, behavioural attributes, digital aptitude and commercial awareness.
• Background and qualification verification, as applicable.

Only candidates who meet the requirements and successfully progress through the selection stages will be contacted.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

We are looking for ambitious, adaptable and forward-thinking graduates who demonstrate the potential to become future leaders and changemakers in the banking industry.

Qualifications

Minimum eligibility requirements

Applicants must:

1. Have completed the National Service Scheme at the time of application by 2026. (evidence required: National Service Certificate)
2. Be 25 years old or younger at the time of application.(evidence required: Scanned National ID or Passport biodata page)
3. Hold a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, in any discipline, from a recognised and accredited tertiary institution. (Evidence required: Certificate and the transcript )
4. A professional certificate will be an added advantage
5. Be willing and available to work in any GCB Bank business or support function and at any of the Bank’s locations across Ghana.

Additional Information

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH GCB

At GCB Bank, we believe Ghana’s future is strengthened when exceptional local talent is given the opportunity to learn, lead, innovate and deliver results.

If you have the ability, ambition and character to make a difference, we invite you to take the first step.

Application deadline: 23rd November 2026

Required documents: Updated curriculum vitae, academic certificates or transcripts, National Service completion evidence and any other documents specified in the application instructions.

Important notice: The GCB Eaglet Management Programme is managed in collaboration with Deloitte, leveraging global expertise to develop the next generation of banking leaders.

Only applications submitted through the designated recruitment channel will be considered. GCB Bank Plc / Deloitte does not charge applicants any fee at any stage of its recruitment process. Applicants are advised to use only official communication channels and to beware of recruitment fraud.

GCB Bank Plc – Building Talent. Enabling Transformation. Shaping the Future.