In line with our expansion strategy, Ecobank Kenya Limited, part
of the Ecobank Group – the number one regional banking institution in Africa,
is currently seeking to recruit qualified and motivated professionals for the
positions indicated below:
1. Country Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
The Position
Reporting to the Regional CFO, the job holder is responsible for
ensuring that operations/transactions within the Bank are carried out in
conformity with laid down principles and guidelines and coordinating and
implementing the Group financial strategy, management policy and reporting
frameworks within the Bank.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
insight for all financial and business related matters to ensure
shareholder value is maximized.
- Accurate
and timely reporting of the monthly and annual reports of the affiliate to
the Group office and accountability to local regulators, Central Bank and
external auditors in providing assurance on the Bank’s operations.
- Ensure
integrity of the entire financial process, adequacy and accuracy of
external financial statements, management information reports and that all
financial transactions of the Bank are properly executed and accounted for
in accordance with laid down regulations and procedures.
- Ensure
compliance and implementation of Group accounting policies and standards,
in accordance with IFRS.
- Implement
systems and procedures to ensure company assets are protected and
adequately accounted for at all times.
- Monitor
and analyze monthly operating results against budget and report
onsignificant variations and also advise on corrective measures and follow
up financial audit findings and recommendations to ensure outstanding
items are duly closed.
- Ensure
financial controls are in place including General Ledger controls,
payments approvals and processing , account reconciliations and Fixed
Assets management.
- Preparation
of forecasts and budgets of the Bank and coordinating the various teams to
ensure targets are achieved within the budget period.
- Provide
leadership to the local Finance team ensuring they deliver on their agreed
target.
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- At
least 7 years work experience in Finance function of a medium to large
Bank, 3 of which must be at a Senior Manager level
- Minimum
of Bachelor degree in Commerce/Business/Finance
- Must
be a Certified Public Accountant
- Proficiency
in MS Office applications
- Knowledge
in Flexcube application will be an advantage.
- High
level of initiative, energy & drive, strong planning & organizing skills,
attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines,
excellent communication & interpersonal skills, ability to maintain
confidentiality, ability to interact with and present ideas to Senior
Management & other levels in a confident manner and capability of
working in a diverse & dynamic environment
2. Head, Public Sector (Domestic Bank)
The Position
Reporting to the Head of Domestic Banking, the job holder will
be responsible for effectively managing the Public Sector (PS) portfolio and
coordinating all the relevant products, services and resources in order to
achieve the agreed targets and profitability of the sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Business
growth in the Public sector in order to contribute to the bottom-line of
Domestic Bank.
- Establish
strong relationship with key customers, business partners, Central Bank,
Shareholders, Local Community etc and leverage on this to gain a deeper
insight of the business and develop the portfolio.
- Work
closely with Credit and Risk to monitor the credit portfolio of the Unit,
initiate proposals for new facilities or facility modifications and grow
healthy portfolios.
- Pro-actively
and timely identify potential problems and formulate appropriate risk
mitigation strategies.
- Ensure
superior customer service in order to contribute to the overall customer
experience of Public Sector customers.
- Effective
coordination and communication with Branch Managers and Relationship
Managers (RMs) on marketing initiatives for the business sector.
- Identify
and develop new business proposals efficiently and expeditiously to ensure
that potential new business opportunities with existing and new clients
are not lost to competitors.
- Develop
and implement marketing plans and lead marketing drives for the sector.
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- A
business related degree with at least 5 years in Relationship Managementof
which 2 years must have been in a Financial Institution managing
relationships in the above stated sector
- Proven
track record of achieving marketing targets; Results oriented
- Thorough
knowledge of Public Sector (Domestic/Retail)
- Excellent
planning, organizing and communication skills
- Good
sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent
financial and business acumen
- Ability
to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders
3. Head, Public Sector (Corporate Bank)
The Position
Reporting to the Head of Corporate Banking, the job holder will
be in charge of acquiring, developing and strengthening Public Sector (PS)
relationships through effective relationship management in accordance with
business objectives, with the aim of developing and growing business in this
sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure
business growth and customer acquisition for Public Sector Corporates.
- Focus
on cash flows and deposit mobilization.
- Provide
superior customer service for Public Sector Corporate clients.
- Effective
coordination and communication with Branch Managers and Relationship
Managers on marketing initiatives for the Public Sector.
- Identify
and develop new business proposals efficiently and expeditiously to ensure
that potential new business opportunities with existing and new clients
are not lost to competitors.
- Assess
and recommend high quality credit facilities for existing and potential
clients.
- Develop
and implement marketing plans and lead marketing drives for the Public
Sector.
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- A
business related degree with at least 5 years in Relationship Management
of which 2 years must have been in a Financial Institution managing
relationships in the above stated sector
- Proven
track record of achieving marketing targets; Results oriented
- Thorough
knowledge of Public Sector Corporates
- Excellent
planning, organizing and communication skills
- Good
sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent
financial and business acumen
- Ability
to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders
4. Branch Managers
The Position
Reporting to the Head of Domestic Banking, the job holder will
manage and control the branch sales and marketing in order to
maximize new business opportunities and deepen existing relationships, whilst
providing quality in service delivery in an efficient operation where risks are
well controlled.
Key Responsibilities
- Overall
management of the branch in its entirety, setting and monitoring branch
service standards.
- Mobilize
deposits to exceed branch targets, build up a portfolio of asset and
liability customers and cross-sell a range of Corporate and Retail
products.
- Direct
involvement and supervision of all revenue generation at the branch level.
- Create
and maintain a cohesive and motivated team at the branch level.
- Assist
in the preparation of budget and strategic plans and ensure implementation
at the branch level.
- Prepare
annual operational and capital budget and ensure that expected
profitability objectives are achieved.
- Provide
periodic reports on branch encompassing progress and prospects to
Management.
- Ensure
operational efficiency by ensuring proper control and enhance customer
service through quick turnaround time on service delivery.
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- A
university degree plus 5 years all round banking experience in a similar
position and experience in retail lending propositions preparing and
processing
- Sound
knowledge of general banking law and practices
- Competence
in financial accounting/forecasts
- Excellent
leadership skills and well-developed credit analysis skills
- Ability
to plan daily and periodic operations; Sales targeting and results
orientation
- High
marketing and selling proficiency
- Strong
interpersonal and communication skills
5. Relationship Managers / Officers
i) Sme
(iii) Local Corporates
(iii) Public Sector
Reporting to the Heads of Business Units, the job holder will be
responsible for the delivery of significant SME, Local Corporate (LC) and
Public Sector (PS) new business growth through well-developed understanding of
the key business drivers, understanding the needs of SME, LC and PS customers,
leading
marketing efforts and strong change leadership to embed a pro-active sales culture that will deliver on the growth objectives and targets as required under the Bank’s business plans.
marketing efforts and strong change leadership to embed a pro-active sales culture that will deliver on the growth objectives and targets as required under the Bank’s business plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible
for planning, development and management of SME, LC, PS banking functions.
- Deliver
new business and lending book targets as required under the Bank’s
business plans.
- Responsible
for product development, marketing and business development opportunities.
- Grow
the SME, LC, PS Loan Portfolio and Deposit base.
- Review
& approve credit facilities and project loans in accordance with the
guidelines of the credit policy.
- Ensure
excellent & seamless service delivery and maintain support and rapport
with SME, LC, PS customers and alliances.
- Participate
in attracting long term financing sources for the Bank and in bank-wide
strategic planning committees by representing the SME, LC, PS units.
- Contribute
and participate with senior management in the proposing of strategic
direction and tactical annual plans of the SME, LC, PS businesses.
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- A
graduate in Business or related discipline with at least 5 years experience
in banking or financial services
- Proven
record in building and developing funding and lending business
- Experience
in Retail Lending, Sales and Marketing
- Sound
knowledge of lending products and branch distribution structure operated
by competitors
- Knowledge
of risk management, credit policies and their applications.
- Strong
leadership, strategic thinking, change management, customer management and
interpersonal/communication skills
- Competence
in financial analysis and monitoring and reviewing sales performance/
analysis
- Business
and strategy development experience and ability to identify target market
develop products and services and evaluate business opportunities
- Proven
ability to drive change and to deliver results.
6. Head, Ecobank Business Services
The Position
Reporting to the Group Head EBS and Country Head, Operations
& Technology, the incumbent will be responsible for
Implementing EBS Policy guidance on Logistics and Transport, Procurement and
Vendor Management, Facility Management and Realty/Property Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing
best practice policies and procedures for EBS activities.
- Providing
Health and Safety guidance to ensure that all Ecobank buildings in the
affiliates are structurally sound and safe for operations.
- Managing
building projects in the affiliates and providing expertise for their
delivery within scope, budget and on time.
- Participate
fully on all Group Contracts that Group EBS engage in now and in the
future.
- High
level of professionalism and ethical dealings with all Vendors and service
providers.
- Managing
Vendor Relationships.
- Manage
and co-ordinate Procurement and Vendor Management, Facilities, Property,
Logistics and Transport to ensure maximum benefit to Ecobank.
- Managing
Physical Security, Protocol, Records Management, Building Maintenance,
Health and Safety, Disposal of Assets etc.
- Ensure
Centralization of procurement in the affiliate.
- Deliver
cost effective projects so as to achieve departmental, functional and
organizational strategic objectives .
Qualifications, Experience, Competencies
- First
degree in Finance, Accounting, Property or Procurement Discipline
- Project
and Program Management knowledge
- Excellent
leadership, analytical, negotiation and communication skills
- Good
team player
- High
customer focus
- Minimum
6 years post qualification experience
- Professional
affiliation to any recognized professional body.
- Post
Graduate Qualification e.g. MBA
Application:
Please note to specify in your application letter which of the
above positions you are applying for.
Applications together with a current CV indicating present
position and responsibilities, names of three references and e-mail and telephone
contact should be submitted to the email address indicated below.
EKEJobs@ecobank.com
Closing date: February 27th
2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.