Do you have the desire to contribute your knowledge and experience in a customer focused, solutions driven and change-oriented organization?
The Ecobank Group is the number one regional banking institution in Africa engaged in Retail and Corporate banking and provides a world class multi-cultural and multilingual high performing environment that allows people to excel and reach their potential.
In line with its expansion strategy, Ecobank Kenya Limited has openings for qualified and motivated professionals for the positions indicated below:
1. Head, SME Banking
Reporting to the Head of Domestic Banking, the job holder will be accountable for the delivery of significant SME new business growth through well developed understanding of the key business drivers, understanding the needs of SME customers, leading marketing efforts and strong change leadership to embed a pro-active sales culture that will deliver on the growth objectives as required under the Bank’s business plans.
Key Responsibilities
A graduate in Business or related discipline with at least 10 years experience in banking or financial servicesProven record in building and developing SME funding and lending businessExperience in Retail Lending, Sales and MarketingSound knowledge of SME lending products and branch distribution structure operated by competitorsKnowledge of risk management, credit policies and their applications.Strong leadership, strategic thinking, change management, customer management and interpersonal/communication skillsCompetence in financial analysis and monitoring and reviewing sales performance/ analysisBusiness 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.2. Head, Local Corporates
The Position
Reporting to the Head of Domestic Banking, the job holder will be in charge of acquiring, developing and strengthening Local Corporates (LC) relationships through effective relationship management in accordance with business objectives, with the aim of developing and growing business in this sector.
Key Responsibilities
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 sectorProven track record of achieving marketing targets; Results orientedThorough knowledge of Local CorporatesExcellent planning, organizing and communication skillsGood sales and negotiation skillsExcellent financial and business acumenAbility to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders3. Head, Public Sector
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
A business related degree with at least 5 years in Relationship Management in Public Sector (not necessarily in a Financial Institution although experience in handling Public Sector names in a bank will be an added advantage)Proven track record of achieving marketing targets; Results orientedThorough knowledge of Public Sector CorporatesExcellent planning, organizing and communication skillsGood sales and negotiation skillsExcellent financial and business acumenAbility to interact with a wide variety of stakeholdersStrong networking skills4. Head, General Internal Services (GIS)
The Position
Reporting to the Head of Operations & Technology, the job holder will ensure that the Bank’s general services are managed according to the Bank’s standards and approved policy.
Key Responsibilities
A university degree plus at least 5 years experience in a similar position. Banking experience is an added advantageSound knowledge of supply and purchasing practicesCompetence in financial accountingExcellent leadership and negotiation skillsStrong interpersonal, communication and customer service orientation skillsKnowledge and application of technology methods of service delivery and ability to seek for innovative ways of performing the Bank’s general services functionsLocation: Nairobi
5. 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
A university degree plus 5 years all round banking experience in a similar position and experience in retail lending propositions preparing and processingSound knowledge of general banking law and practicesCompetence in financial accounting/forecastsExcellent leadership skills and well-developed credit analysis skillsAbility to plan daily and periodic operations; Sales targeting and results orientationHigh marketing and selling proficiencyStrong interpersonal and communication skillsLocation: Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Malindi, Meru, Central and Rift Valley.
Please note to specify in your application letter which of the above locations are favorable to you.
6. Credit Risk Manager
Reporting to the Country Risk Manager, the job holder will provide leadership to Credit Risk Management Unit and oversee management of risks inherent in the credit process, loan documentation and portfolio management. This job includes early warning signs and remedial management for non-performing loans.
Key Responsibilities
A university degree in business related discipline and relevant professional qualifications ie. CPA, ACIB, AKIB and ACCA.MBA is an added advantage10 years of banking experience of which at least 5 years must have been in credit risk managementThorough knowledge and experience in modern Credit Risk Management practices in Financial Services industry to provide visionary guidance on improvement and changeSelf empowerment to enable development of open communication, employee satisfaction, manage change and teamwork required to support performance and customer-service oriented cultureLocation: Nairobi
Application:
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 9th, 2011
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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