About
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia at a glance
The history of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) dates back to the establishment of the State Bank of Ethiopia in 1942. CBE was legally established as a share company in 1963. Since then, it has been playing significant roles in the development of the country. Currently, CBE has more than 40+ million account holders in its more than 1940+ branches, and the number of Mobile and Internet Banking users also reached more than 6.6 million and 37k. Active ATM card holders reached more than 8.3 million and 17 million CBE Birr users.
Like every commercial bank operating in the country, Commercial Bank of Ethiopia 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 Commercial Bank of Ethiopia 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 Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia 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 Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, 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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