Banking Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya - KCB Bank

Basel II & III Developer

Reporting to the Head – Lending Risk, the Basel II & III Developer shall design, develop, implement and maintain Lending Risk MIS. In addition, the holder of this position will be responsible for extraction, processing and maintenance of data for use in reporting, credit models development and validation

Responsibilities

·         Design Develop, implement and support Lending Risk MIS and data infrastructure to support Credit Risk Management within the bank.
·         Analysis, Design and Development of robust web applications to serve varying needs.

·         Analysis of Lending Risk data requirements and available sources of data.
·         Development of high quality and efficient ETL processes to avail data to MIS.
·         Design, develop and maintain lending risk Data Mart.
·         Periodically review lending risk data infrastructure for accuracy, validity, relevance and performance.
·         Work closely with a team of Quantitative Analysts to support their analytical reporting and modeling; assisting in data retrieval, manipulation and presentation.
·         Train and support internal customers in their day to day use of Risk Systems as well as data infrastructure.
·         Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new and existing software projects and initiatives of the department.
·         Support the Lending Risk team in portfolio analysis and reporting

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Applied Statistics, Mathematics or a related field from a recognized university is a requirement.
·         Masters’ degree in a relevant discipline shall be an advantage
·         Minimum of 2years’ experience in Software Applications development using popular development environments; MS .NET, Java etc.
·         Proven experience in the development of robust Web Applications.
·         2 years ‘experience with Relational Database Management Systems (preferably MSSQL and Oracle) is a requirement. Proficiency in the SQL Language required.
·         Experience in the design, development and management of large datasets.
·         Good knowledge of Data Integration Tools (Microsoft SSIS preferred).
·         Experience in the use of statistical tools, including SPSS and SAS, will be an added advantage.
·         Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
The above positions are demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.
How to Apply
To be considered your application must be received by Friday 21st September, 2018.
Information Architect
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Enterprise Architecture, the incumbent is responsible for developing IT information models (message protocols, defined data structures, schemas, information types and workflows) and relating documentation for IT Systems in use by or to be procured by the Bank in line with Bank policy, Business Processes, Architecture and Best Practice, standards and methods

Responsibilities

·         Coordinate information flow through the enterprise, eliciting business requirements and generation / development of relevant business requirements documentation.
·         Translate user needs into functional requirements. Identify user requirements by researching and analysing user needs, preferences, objectives, and working methods; studying how users consume content, including data categorization and labelling, meeting with focus groups.
·         Investigate the requirements of the customers for the content and structure of information deliverables.
·         Perform a content inventory showing all content elements, relationships and dependencies.
·         Validate information delivery by developing and completing usability test plans; evaluating traffic patterns and studying user feedback.
·         Communicate with clients to understand their business requirements. Ensure documented content meets audience and organization needs as well as analysing users experience and their problems
·         Develop practical plans in order to support organizational development. Identify content that helps support user goals and business goals.
·         Keep up-to-date and knowledgeable about industry trends and emerging technologies associated with Enterprise Information Architecture.
·         Develop and build consensus for a strategic vision and roadmap for the organization to identify and prioritize information architecture projects and investments, consistent with the business strategies, which includes information governance policies and processes for the management and use of information.
·         Lead the identification and analysis of the Bank’s business drivers to derive Enterprise business, information, technical and solution architecture requirements.
·         Assess the current IT environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement in line with the Bank’s strategy and delivery priority of the IT programs.
·         Lead the development of an implementation plan for the Enterprise Architecture models based on business requirements and Information Technology strategies.
·         Market the Enterprise Architecture function, process and results, in particular to the business side of the Bank.
·         Establish standards, guidelines, checklists and processes for architectural development and compliance.
·         Build and maintain productive relations with Sector Heads/Relationship teams/Product houses/Finance/ stakeholders to drive delivery of business solutions and revenue growth for the specific sectors or portfolio.
·         Ensure timely preparation of relevant reports, financial and performance metrics’ and cascade to the team in a timely manner or as per SLA.
·         Ensure compliance to the Bank’s policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following minimum requirements:
·         A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field from a reputable and CHE recognized institution.
·         Professional IT certifications in the following: ITIL Foundation; Prince2 Practitioner; Business Analysis e.g. CBAP

·         Other relevant Technical Certifications e.g. SQL, data modelling, Software Development
·         Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar business analysis related role
·         Ability to perform impact analysis of new and proposed architectures in relation to the current landscape and available technologies utilized in the IT environment.
·         Ability to conceptualize, formulate, and present complex business demands / requirements via comprehensible models and templates.
·         Hands on experience with project methodologies i.e. SDLC processes & agile based development methodology.
·         Knowledge of SOA approach and its implementation, web-based systems architecture, enterprise application integration as well as experience managing expectations and priorities.
·         Knowledge of data representation in JSON, XML, XSLT mapping and usage of SOAP/HTTP, REST and JMS/MQ protocols.
·         Working experience in UML.
·         Good working experience with all the tiers of architecture – infrastructure, database, integration, application, UI, network and security.
·         Must have a strong and proven software development background.
·         Sound knowledge of various messaging architectures.
·         Participation in key/large projects as an architect.
·         Excellent verbal and written communication; self-motivated, dynamic, team player, result driven, relationship builder, independent worker with excellent interpersonal relation building skills.
The above positions are demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.
How to Apply
To be considered your application must be received by Friday 21st September, 2018
Risk Assessments Manager
Reporting to the Head, Information Risk, the position is responsible for assuring oversight on IT related risks including risk assessments, ensure that subsidiaries meet KCB Group standards and anticipate potential threats and vulnerabilities to enable the bank take advantage of emerging technologies

Responsibilities

·         Conduct periodic IT risk assessment to ensure all risks have been identified have been, brought to the attention of management and appropriate control measures implemented to mitigate risk;
·         Provide information risk consultation and guidance during system, application development and e-product development to assure that security concerns are fully addressed in the process;
·         Performs information control reviews to include system development standards, operating procedures, system security, programming controls, communication controls, backup and disaster recovery, and system maintenance.
·         Prepare and submit information Risk reports for both consumption by Board of Directors and Senior Management
·         Conduct risk awareness through training
·         Review and accredit newly developed systems before deployment in live environment;
·         Liaise with Risk Heads in subsidiaries with a view of ensuring that Group standards are met
·         Proactively anticipate potential threats and vulnerabilities and provide guidance in coordination with IT department on effective responses or control measures within subsidiaries

Qualifications

·         Bachelors’ Degree in Business or related field. A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
·         Professional Qualifications in Risk Management is required.
·         Minimum 3 years’ Operational Risk experience.
·         Minimum 3 years IT experience in infrastructure management/channels management/systems development, network admin/Office systems.
·         Experience in IT Security.
·         Demonstrate sound judgment, experience in decision making for complex problems
·         Ability to operate in a crisis situation, flexible and creative in critical, high-pressure situations
·         Proactive and positive attitude, highly motivated and self-directed; ability to work in a team environment or independently
·         Understanding of information security and risk management principles
The above positions are demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.
How to Apply
To be considered your application must be received by Friday 21st September, 2018.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
NB: In the event that you are invited to interview for any positions, we will require that you provide us with the following documents:
·         National I.D.
·         KRA Pin Card
·         Birth Certificate of self
·         Passport Photo (White Background)
·         NSSF Card
·         NHIF Card
·         Police Clearance Certificate (less than 5 Months old)
·         Academic and Professional certificates, including official transcripts
·         Certificates of Service from previous employers as applicable