About
Bunna Bank at a glance
Buna Bank S.C. is among the private banks in Ethiopia which has recently has joined the Banking business of Ethiopia following the ideal monetary improvements saw in the nation. The Bank has obtained its license from the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) on June 25, 2009, in accordance with Licensing & Supervision of Banking Business Proclamation No. 592/2008 and the 1960’s Commercial Code of Ethiopia with more than 451 Bunna Bank Brunches. The Bank officially commenced its operation on October 10, 2009 with subscribed & paid-up capital of Birr 308 million and Birr 156 million, respectively. However, the paid-up capital has increased to over Birr 2.1 Billion, and the number of shareholders has increased to over 13,024, which makes it one of the strongest and public based private Banks in Ethiopia.
Like every commercial bank operating in the country, Bunna Bank is licensed and supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), which sets prudential rules around capital adequacy, reserves, interest-rate guidance, foreign-exchange allocation, and consumer protection.
Products and services
What Bunna Bank typically offers
Specific terms, rates, and eligibility change frequently; the authoritative source is the bank's official website. These categories are common across Ethiopian commercial banks:
Personal banking
Savings, fixed deposit, current accounts, ATM and debit cards, mobile and internet banking.
Business and SME
Working capital loans, trade finance, business accounts, cash management.
Corporate and treasury
Project finance, syndicated lending, foreign exchange, treasury services.
Diaspora banking
Foreign currency accounts, remittance services, diaspora mortgage and auto loans.
Digital channels
Mobile banking app, USSD services, internet banking, agent banking network.
Interest-free banking
Where offered: Mudaraba and Wadi’ah accounts, Murabaha financing for Shari’ah-compliant customers.
Careers
Working at Bunna Bank
Bunna Bank recruits across a standard set of cadres common to Ethiopian commercial banks. Most vacancies require a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (banking, accounting, finance, economics, management, IT, or law). New graduates typically enter through trainee or junior officer roles based in a branch; mid-career hires apply for officer, specialist, or branch-management positions. The requirements in the table below reflect typical vacancy notices published by CBE, Awash Bank, and Dashen Bank between 2023 and 2025.
| Role | Typical requirement | Entry path |
|---|---|---|
| Banking Trainee | BA, fresh graduate, GPA ≥ 2.5 | Direct application |
| Customer Service Officer | BA + 0 to 1 yr experience | Branch posting |
| Junior / Associate Officer | BA + 1 to 2 yrs | Internal or external |
| Senior Officer | BA + 4+ yrs | Promotion / lateral |
| Branch Manager | BA + 6 to 8 yrs, leadership | Promotion |
| Credit / Risk Officer | BA finance + experience | Specialist hire |
| IT Officer | BSc CS or IT + experience | Specialist hire |
| Internal Auditor | BA accounting + CA or ACCA | Specialist hire |
Source: vacancy notices published by Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, Awash Bank, and Dashen Bank, 2023 to 2025.
Salaries combine a basic monthly amount with allowances (transport, housing, position) and an annual bonus tied to bank performance. Specific figures vary by cadre, tenure, and grade. Confirm offers in writing.
How to apply
Five steps from finding the notification to applying
- Step 1Find the active notification on this page's Open positions section, or on the bank's official website.
- Step 2Read the eligibility criteria carefully. Qualification, GPA, age, and experience requirements are enforced strictly.
- Step 3Prepare your CV, scanned credentials (degree, transcript, work experience letters), and a passport photo. Some notifications ask for a brief cover letter.
- Step 4Submit before the deadline through the channel the bank specifies (online portal, walk-in, or designated email).
- Step 5Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within 2 to 6 weeks for a written exam and / or interview. Keep your phone reachable.
Regulatory context
Supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia
All banks operating in Ethiopia, including Bunna Bank, are licensed and supervised by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), the country's central bank. The NBE sets prudential rules around capital adequacy, reserve requirements, interest-rate guidance, foreign-exchange allocation, and consumer protection. Institution-specific terms (deposit rates, loan rates, account opening requirements) must comply with NBE directives but otherwise vary across institutions.
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