Data Architect
About
the role
Reporting
to Head – Data Governance & Strategy, The Data Architect will be
responsible for planning and designing conceptual structures and plans to meet
the current and long-term enterprise requirements, as well as ensuring that the
respective business, application, data and technology perspectives are in line
with the bank’s data governance strategies, policies and standards.
The role
holder will also be required to interpret, use and apply information contained
within the enterprise data architecture to inform a range of business
improvement activities, particularly those involved in the implementation,
design, development, enhancement and maintenance of ICT systems and business
processes.
Responsibilities
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Design logical and physical data
structures that support the enterprise information requirements and analyze and
align the enterprise data models with other business process.
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Define and maintain the data
technology architecture; to guide the selection and integration of data-related
technology, data integration architecture; to govern the flow of data within
the enterprise systems and applications, data warehouse architecture; to
capture the data transitions and snapshots in data warehouse systems for
maximum
·
usefulness and performance as well as
the business intelligence architecture; to govern the decision support
framework and drive data mining, analysis, and reporting.
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Define and maintain the meta-data
architecture that governs how meta-data is created, integrated, controlled and
accessed and the enterprise taxonomies and namespaces to organize enterprise
data.
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Define and maintain conceptual structures
and plans to meet the current and long-term data requirements of the
enterprise.
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Determine, document and assess the
enterprise information needs from business, operational, compliance and
regulatory perspectives.
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Share best practices, lessons learned
and constantly update the technical system architecture requirements based on
changing technologies, and knowledge related to recent, current and up-coming
vendor products and solutions.
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Support strategic direction by
drawing on information from multiple sources and using guidelines to analyze
what information is important and how it should be used.
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Achieves results by overseeing tasks
through to completion, working within agreed priorities, committing to
achieving quality outcomes, and seeking feedback from supervisors to gauge
satisfaction and seeks guidance when required.
·
Support productive working
relationships by building and sustaining positive relationships with team
members, stakeholders and clients, and being responsive to changes in client
and stakeholder needs and expectations.
·
Display personal drive and integrity
by taking responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work, showing
initiative to do what is required, and committing energy and drive to see that
goals are achieved
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in information
technology, engineering or related discipline.
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Expert knowledge across multiple
technology platforms, business processes and enterprise architecture.
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At least 5 years’ experience in
enterprise infrastructure or data design and planning and similar experience in
application development or architectural design of enterprise application using
key development tools and frameworks (Java, .net, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS,
UML, etc.)
·
TOGAF certification will be an added
advantage.
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Demonstrated experience in working
with or leading a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) integration environment.
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Strong background in understanding
organizational resources, priorities, needs and policies, and use of the same in
developing IT strategies and solutions.
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Excellent presentation, communication
and negotiation skills. Communicates with influence, confidently presenting
communications in a clear, concise and articulate manner, focusing on key
points and using appropriate, unambiguous language, selecting the most
appropriate medium for conveying information, and structuring written and oral
communication to ensure clarity.
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Analytical with good project
management and team leadership skills.
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Knowledge in the use of notable data
management tools.
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Leads from the front
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Delivers and owns results
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Values and respects others
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Drives innovation
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Fosters Communication
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Inspires trust and integrity
·
Customer Centric
How to Apply
If
you are confident that you fit the role and person profile and you are keen to
add value to your career then please forward your application enclosing
detailed Curriculum Vitae to jobs@co-opbank.co.keindicating “DA/SSD/2017” in the subject line by close of
business on Friday 15th September, 2017.
Accountant
Our client, a medium sized Sacco in Nairobi with a
membership of 1,400, seeks to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill the
position of a SACCO Accountant.
Responsibilities
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Preparation of Society final
accounts, Trial Balance, Balance sheets etc;
·
Preparation and presentation of
annual revenue and capital budgets;
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Preparation of Economic reports;
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Analysing market and competitors
trends;
·
Developing financial management
mechanisms;
·
Conducting reviews/evaluations for
cost reductions on various vote heads;
·
Managing Sacco’s financial accounting
and monitoring systems;
·
To liaise with internal /External
Auditors on audit Controls and act on management letters;
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Producing accurate financial reports;
·
Give a cost benefit analysis on external
borrowing for Board of Directors approval;
·
Management of staff payrolls;
·
Keeping abreast of changes in
financial regulations and legislation;
·
Ensuring the Society assets and
liabilities are recorded correctly and safeguarded;
·
Ensuring the necessary cash reserve
is maintained as required by law;
·
Keeping and managing debtors and
creditors records;
·
Implementation and review of the
Society’s financial accounting policies and procedures;
·
Giving guidance in all financial and
accounting matters;
·
Ensuring adequate budgetary controls
are in place;
·
Advising and overseeing prudent
financial management and investment;
·
Submitting implementation work plans
and ensure proper reporting systems are in place;
·
Approving payments made by the
Society;
·
Ensuring that accounts and
reconciliation are done on a monthly basis and adherence to specific deadlines;
and
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Any other lawful duties that may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
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Are holders of a Business related
degree or its equivalent from a recognised university and CPA (K) or ACCA
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Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its
equivalent or CPA (K) and have satisfactorily served as an Accountant in the
Society or a comparable position with similar responsibilities in a Sacco or in
like organizations for a minimum period of 3 years.
·
Diploma in Co-operative Management
will be an added advantage.
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Have demonstrated high financial
management capability and Investment.
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Have good knowledge of Information
Technology.
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High financial management capability.
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Judgment and decision-making ability
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Strong analytical, financial
reporting, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues
clearly and concisely
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Accuracy and attention to detail
·
High leadership and administrative
capacity
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Ability to plan and execute tasks
with minimal supervision
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills.
·
Good IT skills and Proficient in
Microsoft office suite
How to apply
Download the online form attached (openable with adobe
reader)
Once you complete, click on the SUBMIT button below, follow the simple instructions and send.
Must indicate the Job Reference Number on the application form
The form must be submitted by end of 29th September 2017
Once you complete, click on the SUBMIT button below, follow the simple instructions and send.
Must indicate the Job Reference Number on the application form
The form must be submitted by end of 29th September 2017
