SMEP
Deposit Taking Micro Finance Limited is a growing Christian MFI regulated by
Central Bank of Kenya is looking for dynamic and self-motivated applicants to
fill the following position:-
Head of
Operations
Reporting
to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible
for providing leadership and strategic direction to the operations function of
the company; drive the development and growth of the business in a sustainable
and profitable manner, and ensures compliance with the organizational policies,
and regulatory requirements while ensuring competitive edge for the company in
the market through client friendly products and services.
The
position is based in Nairobi with travel within the country.
Qualifications
and competencies
- Masters
degree in Business, Microfinance, Banking and Finance, Economics,
Marketing, or a related discipline
- Specialized
Training e.g. Diploma in Microfinance or Banking; Post graduate diploma in
leadership and Management, professional qualification in accounting will
be an added advantage.
- At
least 7 years relevant work experience in the senior management in
micro-finance industry/sector and preferably 3 years in similar position
in a reputable micro-finance company
- Computer
literate in windows environment and relevant accounting and portfolio
management packages T24 - Emerge.
- Good
implementation strategies and analytical skills
- Possess
good management skills, leadership qualities with strong verbal and
written communication skills
- Be
aged between 35-45years
Duties and responsibilities
- Spearhead
the development and implementation of strategic and business plan for the
operation function of the company
- Formulate
strategies for implementation of the business plan and attainment of the
business targets
- Provide
Management with periodic operational reports as appropriate and any other
information that may be deemed necessary to support decision making
processes by both the Senior Management Team and the Board
- Nurture
an environment for enhanced productivity, effective working relationships,
and acceptable discipline levels within the function.
- Ensure
that operations function comply with the regulations and requirements as
stipulated within the industry/sector including regulatory directives and
legal requirements of Central Bank of Kenya
- Ensure
the operations programs are self sustaining with zero tolerance level of
default and arrearage, by growing quality portfolio through providing
credit and optimal collection of the same
- Able
to carry out a stringent appraisal and recommend funding priorities that
will lead to expansion of the branch business
- Establish,
deal and maintain positive customer relations with both private and
corporate customers in a regulated deposit taking micro-finance.
- Be
involved in planning and delivering of effective sales strategies and
monitoring the progress of new and existing financial products
- Champion
the development of products to satisfy the expectations and demands of
customers
- Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer and/or
Management from time to time.
Qualified and interested candidates should download the SMEP DTM
LTD Job Application Form at www.smep.co.ke/opportunitiesFill
it out and send it via email to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before 25th May,
2012.