Business Continuity & Strategic Risk Manager Job Vacancy at Kenya Commercial Bank

Kenya Commercial Bank, renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value.

To this end the following challenging position has arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Business Continuity & Strategic Risk Manager

Ref: RISK 04/2011

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Kenya Commercial Bank Business Continuity & Strategic Risk Manager Job Vacancy

Kenya Commercial Bank, renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value.

To this end the following challenging position has arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

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Kenya Commercial Bank Talent Manager Job Vacancy

Kenya Commercial Bank, renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value.

To this end the following challenging position has arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Talent Manager

Job Ref: HR 06/2011

The Position

Reporting to the Head of Learning & Development,

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Kenya Commercial Bank Senior HR Advisor, Retail Banking & Mortgages Job Vacancy

Kenya Commercial Bank, renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value.

To this end the following challenging position has arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Senior HR Advisor, Retail Banking & Mortgages

Job Ref: HR 07/2011

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KCB Sudan Head of Finance Job Vacancy

Head of Finance (KCB Sudan Ltd)

MLD Job Ref FIN 06/2011

The Position

Develop strategic and financial plans for the subsidiary, support the business on implementation of financial strategy, keep proper record whilst complying with accounting guidelines and laws, implement sound financial controls and maintain the standards expected from time to time by the finance division at head office.

Key responsibilities

• Develop financial plans for the subsidiary in line with group guidelines, monitor performance against set targets and enforce budgetary controls
• Put in place proper internal control measures
• Prepare monthly financial and management reports for the country executive and as required by finance division in head office
• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for publication
• Coordinate audits by external auditors and inspection by the BOSS inspectors
• Ensure compliance with BOSS Banking Guidelines and any Laws in the country
• Maintain sound accounting system that comply with International Accounting Standards at the Subsidiary
• Manage the operational risk by ensuring that all suspense accounts are reconciled promptly
• Provide leadership, training and coaching for the finance team
• Achieve and maintain tax efficiency in the business of the subsidiary

The Person

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KCB Relationship Manager, Foreign Financial Institutions - Trade Finance Job Vacancy

Relationship Manager, Foreign Financial Institutions - Trade Finance

Job Ref CORP 13/2011

The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Institutions, this position will create value for the Bank through the establishment and maintenance of correspondent banking relationships with global and regional financial institutions - focussing on Africa, Asia and the Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiation of correspondent banking relationships in assigned region, including conduct of necessary due diligence in accordance with KCB policies, in order to support and enable achievement of the Group’s strategic objectives.
• Marketing of KCB products to correspondent banks and regional financial institutions for business growth.
• Negotiation with correspondent banks, for optimal pricing and terms, for trade finance, treasury and cash management products and services required by KCB
• Appraisal and monitoring of lines of credit availed to correspondent banks in assigned portfolio in order to ensure that credit and country risks are within acceptable risk appetite.
• Resolution of business issues between KCB and correspondent banks in order to achieve excellent customer service, strong relationships and maximized revenues for the Bank
• Provide support to branches, country subsidiaries and other business units on correspondent banking issues.
• Manage, Coach and Develop a high performing Foreign Financial Institutions team.
• Arranging and attending meetings with representatives of correspondent banks under the assigned portfolio.

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KCB Head of Investment Banking Job Vacancy in Kenya

KCB, renowned for its diversity and growth in the region is currently looking to strengthening its business development team with the aim of responding to growing client needs in order to enhance client relationships and increase shareholder value.

To this end the following challenging position has arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Head, Investment Banking
Ref No:271/CM/FN

The Position

The Head, Investment Banking will report to the Divisional Director, Corporate and will be responsible for generating revenues for the Bank by originating and executing debt capital markets and other corporate finance transactions across the region.

This will entail undertaking origination, advisory and structuring, book running, lead arranger, and agency roles with respect to corporate, parastatal and other institutional customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Generation of revenues for the Corporate Banking division from debt capital market transactions
• Drive the business into a lead arranger role for debt capital markets deals across the region.
• Drive the expansion of the corporate finance/investment banking business by identifying and developing new areas of growth.
• In conjunction with the corporate banking team leverage off the bank's customer base in order to originate debt capital markets mandates.
• Development of financing structures that are responsive to customers' needs.
• Cross selling of the Bank's products and services to sustain long term profitability from each relationship.
• Lead and coordinate execution of transactions through all stages from inception to close.
• Development a high functioning corporate finance team.
• Spreading of credit risk through loan syndications
• Managing the relationships with the market regulatory authorities and other stakeholders.

The Person

For the above position, the successful applicants should have the following minimum qualifications:

• A holder of a University Degree in a business related field from a recognized university
• A Masters in relevant field or a Professional qualification in Accounting/Banking/Finance will be an added advantage.
• At least 5-7 years management experience in investment banking, structured and/or corporate finance or loan syndications in a dynamic financial institution or in management consulting.
• Proven ability to pursue and secure corporate finance transactions in the corporate and public sectors.
• Experience in execution of debt capital market transactions including selection of target banks, book building, negotiation of documentation and closing arrangements
• Strong analytical and economic research skills
• Proven leadership capabilities and strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Sound understanding of local legal, tax, regulatory rules in the capital markets area.

The above position is a demanding role for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

Applicants should email as attachments their CVs (No Certificates) and cover letter outlining how they meet requirements for the position to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Hawkins Associates Ltd
Human Resources Consultants
215, Muthangari Rd, Lavington
P.O. Box 30684, 00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254(020)3864260
Fax: 254(020) 3864273

Closing date for applications: 12th February 2011

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Head, Money Market & Fixed Income Unit - KCB Job Vacancies

Head, Money Market & Fixed Income Unit
Job Ref: TREASURY 05/2010

The Position

Reporting to the Divisional Director Treasury, the successful candidate will manage a profitable Fixed Income portfolio through market operation and manage the interest rate and liquidity risk of the Bank as per ALCO guide line.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure that the asset, liabilities and liquidity position of the Bank is maintained as per Bank’s guide line.
• To ensure that investment is made as per ALCO decision.
• To satisfy our existing clients’ investment and liquidity management needs and attract new clients through profitable market operation.
• Ensure that the Bank funds itself daily and meets all its payment obligations.
• Income generation for the Bank through target investments as per plan.
• Provide leadership in ensuring that the Bank complies with interest rate and liquidity mismatch risk guide in line of CBK and the KCB Bank Group
• To increase income and volume from customers through efficient pricing of deposits, offer of innovative solution and profitable trading in Fixed Income Market.

The Person

In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:-

• A University degree from a recognized university in a relevant field, e.g. Statistics, Maths, Economics, Finance, Computer Science etc preferably with an MBA or other relevant postgraduate qualification;
• Professional Banking qualification or equivalent; ACIB/AKIB, CFA, CPA
• Minimum 7 years proven working experience in a large dealing room/ Treasury Function 3 years of which must be at a senior level.
• Proven track record in strategic planning and money market management.
• Comprehensive understanding of all Treasury products including foreign exchange, money markets, derivatives and fixed income
• Comprehensive understanding of the Treasury function from end to end including the back office processing component
• Ability to build and maintain Business relationships
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

The above position is a demanding role for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or ref no. in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 21st October 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Dealer, Money Market & Fixed Income Unit - KCB Job Vacancies

Dealer, Money Market & Fixed Income Unit
Job Ref: TREASURY06/2010

The Position

Reporting to the Head, Money Market & Fixed Income Unit, the successful candidate will provide efficient and effective support for managing a profitable portfolio through market operation as per ALCO guidelines

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure that Investment is made as per ALCO decisions
• To satisfy our existing clients’ investment management needs and attract new clients through profitable market operations
• To generate income for the Bank through target investments as per plan.
• To ensure that the Bank complies with interest rate and liquidity mismatch risk guide lines of CBK and the Bank.
• Ensure increase in income and volumes from customers through, offer of innovative solutions and profitable trading in Fixed Income Market.
• Actively contribute to improvements in quality/efficiency of treasury products delivery process.
• Actively identify and market clients with potential to grow revenues from sales of treasury products and services.
• Assist in developing and maintaining client call and visit schedule and follow up on report action points.
• Keeping customers informed on what is happening in the market and concluding deals with them.

The Person

In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:-

• A University degree from a recognized university in a relevant field, preferably with an MBA or other relevant postgraduate qualification.
• At least 3 years general banking experience with at least a minimum of 2 years in a direct foreign exchange and money market trading and treasury operations in a dynamic dealing room
• A good understanding of micro and macro economics to interpret likely currency and interest rate trends both locally and on the international markets
• Good understanding of the CBK and Banking Acts and their implications on the organization.
• Strong all round knowledge of all bank products in the bank is critical due to the level of contact the job holder has with the Bank’s high end customers
• Comprehensive understanding of the Treasury function from end to end including the back office processing component
• Comprehensive understanding of all Treasury products including foreign exchange, money markets, derivatives and fixed income
• A strong understanding of risk management

The above position is a demanding role for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or ref no. in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 21st October 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Compliance Risk Manager - KCB Job Vacancies

Compliance Risk Manager
Job Ref: RISK 02/2010

The Position

Reporting to the Head, Compliance Risk, the position will coordinate and be responsible for undertaking effective compliance monitoring reviews within the KCB Kenya functions, involving data gathering, analysis, and report preparation to identify, assess, advise, monitor and report on compliance risks.

The Compliance Manager will be responsible for and act as the key contact point for the business on remedial action set through compliance monitoring reviews, and act as the AML liaison contact in Head Office, maintaining continuous dialogue and information to business units on key issues defined in the AML/KYC policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with Compliance Managers/Compliance Champions in KCB Kenya to collect and collate compliance risk survey & assessment data to facilitate establishing of the compliance universe and recommendations on the high risk issues.
• Monitor and report on the daily management of compliance issues at respective units including significant internal policies as may be advised.
• Act as anti-money laundering liaison contact in Head Office, maintaining continuous dialogue and information to business units on key issues defined in the AML/KYC policies.
• Prepare internal compliance reports for the Central compliance office with regard to external and regulatory compliance issues.
• Monitor and alert on the status and performance of compliance responsibilities across Head Office Support functions.
• Plan, support, & provide AML/KYC awareness and system training & other compliance policy training across the network units.
• Carryout initial review of AML alerts and maintain follow-up for conclusion on AML case management, including providing AML system support to users.
• Carry out compliance risk events data collection, analysis and preparation of reporting including recommendations to mitigate exposures.
• Maintain continuous engagement with business units and advise to carry out compliance risk monitoring, analysis and reporting on New Products, and Projects.
• Provide compliance risk liaison at peer levels across specialist and risk functions (Legal, Audi, Risk, HR, Finance, including Forensic investigations and Insurance).

The Person
In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:-

• A first degree from a recognized university. An MBA degree will be an added advantage
• At least one risk-relevant professional qualification, ACAMS, ABCI, PRMIA, etc
• 5 years of wide ranging bank experience – 3 years management experience, in either operations, or compliance/audit related activities, with demonstrated understanding of the regulatory environment including CBK Prudential Guidelines
• Good knowledge of money laundering issues and KYC requirements
• A good of bank-wide business functions, administration and supervisory skills
• Good management skills including organizational, communication and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated high integrity.

The above position is a demanding role for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or ref no. in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 21st October 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

IT Manager, Corporate Relationship Manager Vacancies - Kenya Commercial Bank

Kenya Commercial Bank is looking for qualified individuals to fill in the following key positions:

• IT Manager, Enterprise Solutions
• Corporate Relationship Manager- Coast
• Corporate Relationship Manager- Eldoret

For detailed job descriptions and application procedure, kindly visit our website www.kcbbankgroup.com
and click on the careers icon.

Closing date for submission of application is 11th June 2010

KCB is an equal opportunity employer.