The Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India, invites applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader to drive technology-led innovation in the financial sector while fostering collaboration among stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate passion, collaboration, and integrity, with a strong commitment to institutional excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Innovation:
Establish RBIH as a global leader in financial innovation by developing and delivering cutting-edge digital public goods using advanced technologies.
Leadership:
Define and execute a strategic vision aligned with RBIH’s objectives and long-term goals.
Organisational Excellence:
Build and lead a high-performing team, ensuring operational efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and adherence to governance standards set by the Board, Reserve Bank of India, the Companies Act, and other statutory regulations.
Research and Execution:
Identify and prioritize key innovation projects, ensuring their timely and impactful implementation.
Consumer Protection and Inclusion:
Ensure all innovation initiatives focus on advancing financial inclusion and consumer protection for the public good.
Ecosystem Collaboration:
Forge partnerships with startups, banks, academia, global innovation hubs, government entities, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Public Advocacy:
Influence stakeholders and foster meaningful collaborations across sectors.
Program Development:
Incubate and accelerate projects, partnerships, and collaborations within India’s fintech and startup ecosystem.
Desired Experience
- Eligibility: Indian citizen with 15+ years of professional experience, including significant roles in finance, payments, technology, and financial inclusion. Global experience is an advantage.
- Technical Expertise: Familiarity with frontier technologies and leveraging them to create digital public goods.
- Project Management: Proven track record in handling emerging technology projects, responsible innovation, and navigating uncharted domains.
- Leadership: Experience in vision setting, organization building, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
- Innovation Acumen: Deep understanding of innovation processes, ecosystem design, and global trends.
- Leadership Style: Collaborative, high-energy, empathetic, and capable of inspiring millennial teams.
- Impact Focus: Passion for driving innovation, fostering inclusion, and building sustainable institutions.
RBI Recruitment: Education and Skills
- Qualification: Postgraduate degree from a reputed institution.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address financial sector challenges effectively.
Position Details
- Term: Three years, extendable by an additional term.
- Deputation/Secondment: Applicants with existing institutional affiliations may apply, where permissible.
- Reporting To: Board of Directors.
- Location: Bengaluru.
Application Process
- How to Apply: Send your CV to applicationforrbihceo@crossovercatalyst.com.
- Deadline: February 21, 2025 (Friday).
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. RBIH’s decision regarding the selection process will be final and binding.
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