SMEP
Microfinance Bank Limited, a Christian based bank regulated by the Central Bank
of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified
candidates to fill the position of:
Internal
Auditors
Ref: IA/4/7/HRD/2015
The main purpose for the job is carrying out specific audit exercises on bank’s operations in an efficient, economical and effective manner.
The main purpose for the job is carrying out specific audit exercises on bank’s operations in an efficient, economical and effective manner.
The
job may involve lots of travel within the country and requires a flexible
person.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit the successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following: -
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit the successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following: -
- Participate
and contribute in the
risk assessment process
for target audit areas and
documentation
- Prepare
and implement audit plans for specific audit assignments
- Follow
up and review of external auditors recommendations
- Develop,
and implement audit tests and programs aimed at achieving the desired
objectives in areas auditable.
- Prepare
Audit reports
- Carry
out fraud Investigations and instituting recovery measures for confirmed
frauds
- Carry
out the identified continuous monitoring reviews and report on the results
at the agreed intervals.
- Assist
in follow up and disposal of cleared audit issues logged from previous
audits
- Reviewing
the systems established to ensure compliance with the policies, plans,
procedures, statutory requirements and regulations
- Reviewing
the means of safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence
of such assets
- Reviewing
operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with
established objectives and goals and whether the operations are being
carried out as planned
- Advising
on effective cost control measures, revenue collection systems and fraud
prevention measures
- Perform
any other duty as may be assigned/directed by management from time to time
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s
degree preferably in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration
- CPA
(K), ACCA or equivalent, Banking professional qualifications is an
advantage
- Three
(3) years’ experience in internal audit or having been trained with a
professional firm of accountants for at least two years
- Applicants
with experience in auditing banking and IT environments have a definite
advantage but must have at least one year experience in auditing
- Be
aged between 25-35 years
- Applicants
must be committed Christians
Other Key Skills: Posses
a high level of accuracy and strong
attention to detail; numerical skills; have ability to
prepare audit reports, interpret business records on finance, merchandise, and
equipment. Including also excellent oral and written communication skills
and ICT skills
Branch Managers
Ref: BRM/3/7/HRD/2015
The main purpose for the job is to provide leadership and development of business at the branch into high level performance through proper supervision and maintenance of a healthy portfolio through ensure compliance with the lending policies and procedures in the bank.
Duties and Responsibilities
The main purpose for the job is to provide leadership and development of business at the branch into high level performance through proper supervision and maintenance of a healthy portfolio through ensure compliance with the lending policies and procedures in the bank.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure growth in volume of the Portfolio
- Responsible for loan and accounts
authorization
- Chairing branch credit committee
- Liaison with the stakeholders / relationship
management
- Management of branch staff
- Manage operational branch costs to
ensure that cost to income ratios is maintained to acceptable threshold
levels
- Ensuring adequate appraisal of loans and
adherence to set policies and procedures
- Mobilize deposits to exceed branch targets.
- Oversee 100% compliance to the bank policy and
procedures.
- Champion customer acquisition and retention at
the branch level.
- Promote the bank’s corporate image at the
branch level.
- Ensure periodic reports are submitted to the
regional manager
- Understand and provide clear direction to the
branch based on market intelligence and local area customer trends and
competitor offering
- Advising management of branch growth
strategies and any other relevant decisions
- Facilitate the formulation, implementation,
review and ensure compliance to credit strategies,
- Perform any other duty as may be
assigned/directed by management from time to time
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Business management, Banking,
Finance or Economics an MBA will be an added advantage
- At least 5 years working experience in a
banking environment in a credit or financial institution, two of which
must have been in a supervisory role
- Computer literacy and
relevant accounting or portfolio management
package proficiency especially T-24 Emerge
- Aged 30-40 years
- Applicants must be committed Christians
Other Key Skills: Posses demonstrable leadership skills and business
management skills, excellent public relations and communication, good
interpersonal skills, a team player and aggressive
Human Resources Officer - Learning &
Development
Ref: HRLD/2/7/HRD/2015
The main purpose of the position is to provide leadership in learning initiatives, design training solutions, conduct Training Needs Analysis including monitoring of the Performance Management in the institution.
The main purpose of the position is to provide leadership in learning initiatives, design training solutions, conduct Training Needs Analysis including monitoring of the Performance Management in the institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of HR & Admin, the successful candidate will be expected to handle the following: -
- Responsible for the successful execution of
the performance management system
- Identifying training and development needs
through analysis and performance appraisal programmes
- Designing and implementing training and
development programmes based on both the organization’s and the
individual's needs
- Considering the costs of planned programmes
and keeping within budgets
- Developing effective induction and orientation
programmes
- Identify gaps, design and deliver solutions to
address gaps in competencies and continuous updates of corporate framework
- Evaluating training and development programmes
- Perform any other duty as may be
assigned/directed by management from time to time
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources
management; business/management; psychology, sociology
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Should be registered with a HR professional
body.
- Three (3) years working experience in capacity
building /competency development
- Knowledge and basic experience in performance
management systems is mandatory
- Knowledge in management and Training of
Trainers certificate is added advantage
- Aged 30-40 years
- Applicants must be committed Christians
Other Key Skills: Posses demonstrable leadership ability and good
interpersonal skills, high integrity, good counseling, analytical and
communication skills, assertiveness, independent and have ICT skills.
Human
Resources Officer - Business Support
Ref: HRBS/1/7/HRD/2015
The main role for the position is to be in charge of coordinating key human resources operations & ensure that the day to day administration functions run effectively in accordance with the laid down company policies and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of HR & Admin the successful candidate will be expected to handle the following: -
The main role for the position is to be in charge of coordinating key human resources operations & ensure that the day to day administration functions run effectively in accordance with the laid down company policies and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of HR & Admin the successful candidate will be expected to handle the following: -
- Prepare
main periodic reports
- Ensure
that accurate job descriptions are in place
- Provide
basic counseling to staff
- Provide
advice and assistance in developing human resource plans
- Monitor
and manage employee daily attendance.
- Provide
advice and recommendations on disciplinary actions.
- Manage
employee leaves ensuring they are taken as per schedule
- Participating
in policy development
- Provide
information and assistance to staff, supervisors and council on human
resource and work related issues
- Promoting
equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization
- Supervisory
of support staff
- Managing
employee data (HRIMS) and advice on payroll management
- Coordination
with human resource service providers (insurance, medical, pension etc).
- Perform
any other duties assigned by the management/supervisor from time to time
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s
degree in human resources management; business/management; psychology,
sociology
- Diploma
in Human Resource Management
- Should
be registered with a HR professional body
- Three
(3) years working experience in a busy environment as Human Resource
generalist
- Demonstrable
people management skills, high integrity & ability to work
confidentially with discretion
- Be
aged between 35-45 years
- Applicants
must be committed Christians
Other Key Skills: Posses
a demonstrated maturity, patience; courteous and be a pleasant people person,
excellent oral & written communication skills, a team player with
managerial and interpersonal skills who can work under pressure including also
ICT skills
How to Apply
Qualified
and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form”
and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before 8th
August, 2015.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.