Chief Operating Officer
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 23rd, 2017
Closing Date: November 23rd, 2017
Cytonn Investments is an independent
investment management firm, with offices in Nairobi – Kenya and D.C. Metro –
U.S. We are primarily focused on offering alternative investment solutions to
global and local institutional investors, individual high net-worth investors,
and diaspora investors interested in the East-African region. Our investments
are in real estate and private equity.
To manage its rapid growth, Cytonn
Investments is looking for a dynamic and hardworking individual with strong
leadership and entrepreneurial skills to join as the Chief Operating Officer
(COO). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a
strong equity incentive structure.
The primary responsibility is to work
alongside the Managing Partner, Partners and Senior Executives to ensure the
day-to-day execution of operations, with speed and accuracy. The person will be
responsible for developing a strategic support services function that is
responsive and proactive to business and client needs.
Responsibilities
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Overall responsibility of most of
Cytonn’s support services functions with a view to developing them into
proactive, flexible and responsive support functions focused on growing the
business, meeting client needs, with a focus on the risk / return proposition
in decision making;
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Forge working relationships with
company executives and team leaders with a view to providing execution
leadership that enhances our strategic position and value proposition in the
market;
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Lead direction of company resources
to the most productive uses by making strategic choices in terms of products,
markets and strategies in order to create maximum value for Cytonn’s
stakeholders;
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Plan and direct initiatives,
objectives and all aspects of Cytonn’s operational policies;
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Measure effectiveness and efficiency
of operational processes both internally and externally and find ways to
improve processes;
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Lead the development of strategic management
initiatives, which include (i) expansion, (ii) acquisitions, (iii) staffing
levels, (iv) cost-containment, and (v) consolidation of multiple locations,
Special Purpose Vehicles and portfolio companies;
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Contribute fully to the development
of company strategy across all areas of the business, challenging assumptions
and decision-making as appropriate and providing financial analysis and
guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers;
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Alongside the departmental heads,
review department plans, goals and initiatives, budgets and structural setups
of each department; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership
team abreast of the organization’s financial status;
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Working with our technology
department and respective businesses, support the ongoing automation project
aimed at transforming the organization into an IT company that happens to offer
investment and real estate products and services.
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Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time
Requirements
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Degree, with at least a 2nd Class
Upper Division is preferred. Masters in administration/strategic management
will be an added advantage.
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At least a B+ in KCSE is preferred
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At least 7 years of overall
professional experience.
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Understanding of all business
functions, including investments, real estate, finance, operations,
administration, human resources, marketing and brand.
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Demonstrable competency in strategic
planning and business development.
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Skills in organizational development,
personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning.
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Possess personal qualities of
integrity, credibility, and commitment to Cytonn’s mission and vision.
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A track record in financial
management. A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic,
organization and problem solving skills, which support and enable sound
decision-making.
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Excellent communication and
relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work
with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
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Ability to handle multiple tasks
simultaneously, with great accuracy, organization, attention to detail and
follow-through.
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Ability to carry out assigned
projects to completion with minimal directions.
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Communicate effectively verbally and
in writing; ability to establish and maintain solid relationships with staff
members, clients, administrators and custodians.
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications,
apply through our recruitment
portal.
Finance
Job Category: Finance
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 23rd, 2017
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 23rd, 2017
Cytonn Investments is an independent
investment management firm, with offices in Nairobi – Kenya and D.C. Metro –
U.S. We are primarily focused on offering alternative investment solutions to
global and local institutional investors, individual high net-worth investors,
and diaspora investors interested in the East-African region. Our investments
are in real estate and private equity.
Real estate investments are made
through our development affiliate, Cytonn Real Estate, where we currently have
over Kshs. 82 billion of projects under mandate across ten projects. In private
equity, we invest in banking, insurance, education, hospitality and technology.
To manage its rapid growth, Cytonn
Investments is looking for a dynamic and hardworking individual with strong
leadership and entrepreneurial skills to join as the Financial Controller (FC).
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a strong
equity incentive structure.
The key role of the position is to
provide financial advice and counsel on strategic and operational issues in the
Finance Department, as well as work with the Finance Team to execute and
reconcile the daily financial and accounting activity of the firm.
As a Manager of Cytonn, he/she will
be expected to continuously offer all stakeholders the most accurate financial
position of the firm, as well as assist in offering perspectives as to how
Cytonn can meet, and exceed, its goals and objectives while maintaining a
financially sound position.
Responsibilities
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Take overall control of the company’s
accounting function.
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Handle full spectrum of financial and
cost accounting role e.g. Forecasting and budgeting.
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Perform full set of accounts and
ensure timely closing of accounts.
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Perform project cost
forecasts/budgets, cost tracking, monitoring and controls.
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Responsible for timely monthly
consolidated financial statements, payments and cash-flow.
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Review & approve payment vouchers
& journal entries.
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Perform cash flow forecasting,
budgeting and working closely with the operations and project teams in
analyzing margins, variances and cost analysis.
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Assist in leading the annual
budgeting and planning process including forecasting.
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Assist the Directors in leading the
audit process; ensure transparency in all internal and external financial
reporting.
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Developing financial strategies by
forecasting capital, facilities and staff requirements, identifying monetary
resources, developing action plan.
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Effectively manage, lead and develop
a finance and corporate services team; develop, mentor and where necessary,
recruit a staff of high performers that recognize and embrace Cytonn’s vision
and its unique culture and set of values; build the team’s bench strength.
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Work with Directors to establish and
implement both short and long-term goals, objectives and policies for the
Finance Department.
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Accountable for all the timely
preparation and accuracy of all financial reports and documents to be presented
to the Board, shareholders and financial/investment community.
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Maintain a strong relationship with
the Company’s bankers and other lenders and determine loan credit facility
requirements and administering arrangements.
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Implement a robust contracts
management; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered
to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational
requirements.
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Manage company policies regarding
capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, disposals and acquisitions, as
appropriate.
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Ensure that the regulatory
requirements of all statutory bodies are met, and ensure compliance with
taxation and any other financial legal requirements.
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Ensure the designing and implementation
of procurement strategies that support the business, the changing market
conditions, and new business opportunities.
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Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time
Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance
or related field (MBA/Msc an added advantage)
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Professional accounting designation
(ACCA, CPA etc.)
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At least 7 years of overall
professional experience; ideally 5+ years of broad financial management
experience.
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Global markets and operating
experience will be a significant added advantage.
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Strong leadership skills.
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A track record in financial
management.
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Keen analytic, organization and
problem solving skills, which support and enable sound decision making.
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications,
apply through our recruitment
portal.
Financial Advisor Finance
Job Category: Sales &
Distribution
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Cytonn Investments is an independent
investment management firm, with offices in Nairobi – Kenya and D.C. Metro –
U.S. We are primarily focused on offering alternative investment solutions to
global and local institutional investors, individual high net-worth investors,
and diaspora investors interested in the East-African region. Our investments
are in real estate and private equity.
Real estate investments are made
through our development affiliate, Cytonn Real Estate, where we currently have
over Kshs. 82 billion of projects under mandate across ten projects. In private
equity, we invest in banking, insurance, education, hospitality and technology.
In order to better service our
clients, we are looking for highly motivated, self-driven, team players to work
on full time basis with the distribution team as financial advisors. The
Financial Advisor will report to the Unit Manger and work on strategic plans
and initiatives to increase relationship productivity and develop proper
contact networks within the channel partners.
Responsibilities
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Present, promote and sell our
products to existing and prospective clients
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Establish, develop and maintain
positive business and customer relationships
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Reach potential customers through
cold calling
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Achieve agreed upon sales targets and
outcomes within schedule
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Attend prospect and client meetings
to make presentations and oversee follow up
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Identifying opportunities for product
development, and other product offerings
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Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time
Requirements
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KCSE grade C+ and above
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Diploma or Degree holder in any field
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Proven work experience as a financial
advisor
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Highly motivated and target driven
with a proven track record in sales
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Excellent selling, communication and
negotiation skills
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Prioritizing, time management and
organizational skills
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Ability to create and deliver
presentations tailored to the audience needs
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications,
apply through our recruitment
portal.
Sales and Distribution
Job Category: Sales &
Distribution
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Cytonn Real Estate is the development
arm of Cytonn Investments with projects under mandate in excess of Kshs 82
billion. The firm seeks to develop quality and aspirational Real Estate
projects which encourage community living as we contribute towards bridging the
huge housing gap in the market.
Cytonn Towers is a mixed-use
development that will be located in Kilimani, Nairobi. It will comprise of
three 35 floor towers and will be 150 metres high with office, residential and
retail space. We are seeking an experienced and motivated sales associate to
join our team and have direct impact on Cytonn Towers sales and marketing.
Responsibilities
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The sales executive will be involved
in developing marketing strategies for one of our iconic development and
sourcing for prospective clients
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Taking the clients through the
product until the execution of the sale
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He/she shall attend and represent
Cytonn in events held such as expos and sales activations
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Monitoring and analysing sales and
market trends
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Identifying target markets and
developing strategies to communicate with them
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Building market position of the
development by locating, developing, defining, negotiating and closing business
relationships with clients
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Carry out product demonstration to
clients and brief them about the benefits, location, prices and payment methods
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Carry out site visits to showcase the
products to the clients
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Share a daily report on the
achievements, products uptake, as well as any challenges encountered
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Carry out regional marketing
campaigns for the development
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Carry out any other duties as may be
prescribed from time to time by your supervisor
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Responsible for being a brand
ambassador for the development involved and acting professional at all times
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Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time
Requirements
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KCSE grade B+ and above
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A second class upper division degree
from a reputable institution
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At least 3 years relevant sales
experience in real estate and financial products
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Individuals with youthful energy and
a team spirit
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Ability to meet targets
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Resourcefulness, initiative, maturity
of judgement and tact
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Presentable and with good command of
the English language
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Strong communication skills and
ability to identify prospective clients
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Good understanding of Cytonn products
and willingness to learn
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Ability to confidently explain and
sell financial products and real-estate
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Excellent client service skills
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Ability to guide clients to the
activation desk, hold a conversation and create interest in the product
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications,
apply through our recruitment
portal.
Sales & Marketing
Job Category: Sales &
Distribution
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: November 13th, 2017
Cytonn Real Estate is the development
arm of Cytonn Investments with projects under mandate in excess of Kshs 82
billion. The firm seeks to develop quality and aspirational Real Estate
projects which encourage community living as we contribute towards bridging the
huge housing gap in the market.
Cytonn Towers is a mixed-use
development that will be located in Kilimani, Nairobi. It will comprise of
three 35 floor towers and will be 150 metres high with office, residential and
retail space. We are seeking an experienced and motivated sales director to
join our team and have direct impact on Cytonn Towers sales and marketing.
The holder of this role will be
responsible for planning and implementing marketing and product development
programs, both short and long term, targeted towards existing and new markets.
Responsibilities
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Develop and implement strategic
marketing plans and sales plans and forecasts to achieve corporate objectives
for Cytonn Towers
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Serve as a representative of Cytonn
Towers at conferences, events, trade shows and other industry functions
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Plan and oversee advertising and
promotion activities including print, online, electronic media, and direct mail
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Ensures effective control of
marketing results, and takes corrective action to guarantee that achievement of
marketing objectives falls within designated budgets
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Establish and maintain relationships
with industry influencers and key strategic partners
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Monitor competitor products, sales
and marketing activities
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Develop and manage sales/marketing
operating budgets
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Develop and recommend product
positioning, packaging and pricing strategy to produce the highest possible
long-term market share
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Direct market channel development
activities and coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories,
quotas, and goals
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Guide in preparation of marketing
activity reports and presents to executive management
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Coordinate liaison between sales
department and other sales related units
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Analyse and control expenditures of
division to conform to budgetary requirements
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Represents company at trade association
meetings to promote product
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Any other duties as may be assigned
from time to time
Requirements
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KCSE grade B+ and above
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A second class upper division
bachelors degree from a reputable institution
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Over 12 years relevant sales
experience in real estate and financial products
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Leadership skills to successfully
supervise and develop a team of direct reports
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Client focus
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Results driven
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Proven professional history of
achieving impressive sales results
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Must have broad market knowledge and
ethical negotiating skills
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Presentable and with good command of
the English language
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Willingness to stay highly informed
about the market and any potential changes
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Analytical mind with strong math
skills and keen business sense
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications,
apply through our recruitment
portal.
