Fina Bank Jobs in Nairobi Kenya (5 Positions)


Fina Bank is the preferred Regional Business Bank with a strong presence in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. Fina Bank places great emphasis on a responsive and solution driven approach in providing services to its stakeholders.

The Bank has a strong developmental emphasis especially in growing businesses, and aims to ensure excellence in service delivery in the East African Region. 

The Bank is upgrading its technology infrastructure to a state of the art system and we are seeking to recruit highly driven and motivated professionals to partner with us in this exciting journey.

Currently we are looking to fill the following position:

Relationship Manager

Two positions (2)

Job Ref: 
HR/RM/001

To support the increased business we are looking for two dynamic, focussed and ambitious individuals to support business growth.

The Job

Reporting to the Head of Business – Assets, the jobholders will be responsible for managing and developing the Bank’s existing client base of corporate customers, and for identifying and growing new corporate clients along with an expansion in funded and non-funded corporate business volumes.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Implementing our Bank’s strategy at branch level i.e. growth in new customer base with concurrent growth in branch assets;
  • Developing and implementing customer service ethos in line with our Bank’s standards;
  • Developing and retaining customer base and market bank products to new and existing customers;
  • Managing risks and internal controls affecting the branch and ensure that the necessary steps are taken to measure, monitor and control these risks;
  • Team Management, developing and managing performance of branch staff;
  • Relationship Management.
Knowledge and Skills requirements:
  • Degree in Business/ Finance; Risk, Credit, marketing or Accounting qualifications will be an added advantage
  • Good understanding of Banking and Credit (at least 4 years experience in Relationship Management within a bank)
  • Good presentation and communication skills;
  • Well developed analytical, credit and numerical skills;
  • Attention to detail and a results oriented individual;
  • Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines and limited supervision;
  • Strong business development and relationship management skills.
If you can demonstrate your ability to fill the above position, please submit your application along with your detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, email, and telephone contacts to jobs@finabank.com . 

Please quote reference number on the subject field and the position you are applying for. 

Only applications that reach us on or before 10th August 2012 will be considered. 

Address your application to:

Head of Human Resources,

Fina Bank Limited,

P.O Box 20613-00200, Nairobi.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


IT Officer

Two positions (2) 

Job Ref: HR/ITO/001

In line with the business strategy, Fina Bank is strengthening its ICT function in order to provide a more focussed and efficient service to its clients. 

To support this, we are looking for dynamic, focussed, and keen to details and result oriented individuals to fill in the above positions.

The Job

Reporting to the Team Leader Networks, Infrastructure and Security, the jobholders will be responsible for Administration and management of our Bank’s network infrastructure, e-mail, intranet, internet, LAN, WAN, network security, SWIFT, MICR system, Clearing, CBK returns system & RTGS etc.

Key responsibilities will include:

Infrastructure related activities
  • Maintain, administer and secure network servers – Physical and Virtual;
  • Install and Configure Operating environment including Windows and Unix Servers as well as Storage Boxes;
  • Setup and Maintain Telephony system;
  • Troubleshoot and debug Infrastructure-related problems;
  • Install, configure, and upgrade desktop hardware and peripherals including Voice Communication devices;
Network related activities
  • Participate in the design and development of comprehensive and robust network standards in line with our Bank’s IT Strategy and policies;
  • Implement network designs according to stipulated policies;
  • Manage network directory services, including configuration of user identification, authentication and authorization;
  • Schedule and carry out periodic network maintenance activities;
  • Troubleshoot and debug network-related problems;
Security related activities
  • Perform required maintenance for installation, configuration and update of firewalls and UTM;
  • Participate in design and development of network security standards;
  • Monitor end-user activity to ensure there are no security breaches;
  • Deploy and configure firewalls, Internet access standards and intrusion detection systems across the Bank;
  • Ensure all equipment are secured by antivirus software and the antivirus is up-to-date;
  • Implement network security standards and monitor networks for security breaches;
Administrative Functions and Routine House-Keeping
  • Ensure high availability of IT services
  • Maintain and update documentation of network and hardware infrastructure – Including and inventory of the hardware and licenses of all software in the Bank;
  • Maintain a log of network access and activities for audit purposes;
  • Work closely with vendors and outsourcers to manage delivery of Service Level Agreements (SLAs);
  • Provide technical advice to management and staff on information technology Infrastructure issues;
  • Manage the helpdesk function and Support End users on day to day IT Issues as well as advise them on best practice;
  • Participate in the Disaster Recovery Planning, testing and improvement;
  • Follow our Bank’s defined IT processes and propose means of improving them;
  • Perform Daily Backups, End of Day Processing, Documentation, Storage and Retrieval of the data from the media;
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned;
Knowledge and Skills requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in computer / Diploma in Computer Science;
  • Server / Desktop administration and troubleshooting skills (Preferably MCSE 2003/2008 track);
  • Cisco or Similar Network Certification with good grasp of LAN / WAN Networking is mandatory;
  • Good grasp and appreciation of current IT security matters;
  • 2 Yrs experience in busy support environment handling Hardware, Network and Software troubleshooting;
  • Good interpersonal and communication – verbal and written skills;
  • A good appreciation of Banking Operations.
If you can demonstrate your ability to fill the above position, please submit your application along with your detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, email, and telephone contacts to jobs@finabank.com . 

Please quote reference number on the subject field and the position you are applying for.

Only applications that reach us on or before 8th August 2012 will be considered. 

Address your application to:

Head of Human Resources,
Fina Bank Limited,
P.O Box 20613-00200, 
Nairobi.
 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Human Resource Officer

One position (1)

Ref: HR/HRO/001

In line with the business strategy, Fina Bank is strengthening its Human Resources function in order to provide a more focussed and efficient service to its employees. To support this, we are looking for a dynamic, focussed, and a result oriented individual to fill in the above position.

The Job

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the jobholder will be responsible for technical and administrative support in Learning and Development, Talent Management, HRMIS and Employee Relations.

Key responsibilities will include:
  • Facilitate induction trainings for all new staff;
  • Management of the recruitment and selection function in consultation with the Head of HR;
  • Provide support to HHR in preparation and implementation of succession/development plans for all staff;
  • Payroll management and Supervision of the staff benefits administration;
  • Facilitate staff promotions and transfers in liaison with the line managers ;
  • Provide support to Head of HR in review and implementation of HR policies and processes;
  • Management of the internship and Graduate Trainee programmes;
  • Industrial and employee relations, participate in Union matters and advice the management;
  • Effectively manage the training function in the Bank;
  • Management of the HRMIS.
Knowledge and Skills requirements:
  • A degree in Social sciences or business related studies ;
  • Post graduate qualification in HRM or training;
  • Should be a member of HR professional body;
  • Minimum of 4yrs experience in a busy HR environment;
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Computer Literate;
  • Good analytical skills;
  • Good time management skills;
  • Good leadership skills
If you can demonstrate your ability to fill the above position, please submit your application along with your detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, email, and telephone contacts to jobs@finabank.com . 

Please quote reference number on the subject field and the position you are applying for. 

Only applications that reach us on or before 10th August 2012 will be considered. 

Address your application to:

Head of Human Resources,

Fina Bank Limited,

P.O Box 20613-00200, Nairobi.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Database Administrator and Developer 


One position (1)

Ref:
 HR/DBA/001

In line with the business strategy, Fina Bank is strengthening its ICT function in order to provide a more focussed and efficient service to its clients. To support this, we are looking for a dynamic, focussed, keen to details and result oriented individual to fill in the above position.

The Job
Reporting to the Team Leader Databases and Systems, the jobholder will be responsible for analyzing our Bank’s business and technology environment and advising on suitability of computer hardware, software and networks for Bank’s business needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

Software and Database Development
  • Map requirements into formal software requirements specifications that are consistent with existing software architecture.
  • Translate requirements into high level project briefs;
  • Collect information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems;
  • Prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processes
  • Identify options for potential solutions and assess them for both technical and business suitability;
  • Create logical and innovative solutions to complex problems;
  • Draw up specific proposals for modified or replacement systems;
  • Produce project feasibility reports;
  • Work closely with developers and a variety of end-users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction;
  • Draw up a testing schedule for the complete systems with a followup on post implementation review;
  • Oversee the implementation of a new system and provide training to users of the new system.
  • Liaise with the software development manager or project manager in subsequent phases of the software development life cycle;
Database Administration
  • Create and configure databases while maintaining balance between needs and resources available
  • Administer databases to provide high availability, Integrity and Confidentiality of the information held therein.
  • Schedule and Plan database fine-tuning to improve performance.
  • Write scripts and design reports using Jasper and Crystal Report writer
  • Plan and work flexibly to a deadline;
  • Operate in a team environment with defined deliverables, reviews and sign-offs;
  • Optimize Database utility in a Shared Storage Environment;
  • Write and maintain system documentation – including continuous update of systems inventory
  • Conduct technical research on system upgrades to determine feasibility, cost, time required, and compatibility with current system;
Administrative Activities and Routine House keeping
  • Maintain and update documentation, Systems and Databases;
  • Maintain a log of key System and Database activities for audit purposes;
  • Work closely with application vendors as per the Systems Service Level Agreements (SLAs);
  • Provide technical advice to management and staff on Information Technology Systems and Database issues;
  • Manage the helpdesk on Systems and Database and ensure timely closure of issues;
  • Participate in the Disaster Recovery Planning, testing and improvement;
  • Facilitate Enterprise Backups, End of Day Processing, Documentation, Storage and Retrieval of data/Information
  • Follow the Bank’s defined IT processes and propose means of improving them;
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Knowledge and Skills requirements:
  • At least a Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field with strong technical focus;
  • At least 5 years relevant experience in DB Administration and development;
  • Thorough knowledge of database management systems technologies especially Sybase, Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle;
  • Thorough knowledge of and experience in writing scripts using Transact-SQL;
  • Knowledge of and experience in software development methodologies and languages especially NET, C# or JAVA;
  • Experience in managing critical and multiple RDBMS on large systems;
  • Practical experience in monitoring and tuning a database to provide a high availability service;
  • Ability to work independently and think strategically;
  • Good communication and interpersonal Skills;
  • Strong problem solving and analysis Skills;
  • Good Project Management Skills;
  • A deep appreciation of Banking Operations is desirable.
If you can demonstrate your ability to fill the above position, please submit your application along with your detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, email, and telephone contacts to Jobs@finabank.com . 

Please quote reference number on the subject field and the position you are applying for. 

Only applications that reach us on or before 8th August 2012 will be considered. 

Address your application to:

Head of Human Resources,

Fina Bank Limited,

P.O Box 20613-00200, Nairobi.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.