Investment Manager/Research Analyst: Genesis Kenya Investment Management Limited Jobs

Genesis Kenya Investment Management Limited is a leading institutional fund manager in Kenya with a diverse client base ranging across many sectors and geographies within Kenya. Genesis Kenya is partly owned by Genesis Asset Managers LLP, an emerging markets specialist established in 1989.
Investment Manager/Research Analyst:
The company is seeking to hire an Investment Manager/Research Analyst to be part of the Investment Management Team charged with the responsibility of delivering superior risk adjusted returns to client portfolios. The role entails conducting macroeconomic, industry and company research. The job will also entail developing and maintain detailed financial models and projections on companies as well as managing client portfolios.
The successful candidate must:
  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics or Commerce
  • Be a CFA Charter holder or a registered Level 3 student actively pursuing the qualification
  • Have at least 5 years work experience in a numerate industry such as Asset Management, Investment Banking and/or stock broking
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Be a highly motivated and ethical individual who is able to work under minimal supervision and show a high level of dedication
  • Have strong computer skills in Microsoft packages and financial modeling techniques
If you think you meet the above criteria, please send an application accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae quoting the job title in the subject field by Monday, 31st May 2010.
Your application must include your current position, remuneration, email and telephone contacts.
The application should be sent to:
The Managing Director
Genesis Kenya Investment Management Limited
12th Floor, Lonrho House
P.O. Box 79217 – 00200
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: genesis@swiftkenya.com or info@genesis.co.ke
Genesis is an equal opportunity employer with a strong employee value proposition.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.