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Job Field: Sector in Banking  , Finance / Accounting / Audit

  • Project Advisory Officer

    Project Advisory Officer

    Job Summary

    The Project Advisory Officer position in the Transaction Advisory Unit will play a critical role in facilitating investment in development projects specifically on PPPs. The Officer is expected to provide high-level analytical support, project evaluation, and financial modelling expertise to assist in structuring transactions.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The Project Advisory Officer performs the following duties:

    Project Evaluation and Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, market, and operational analysis of potential investment projects. This includes assessing project feasibility, risks, returns, and alignment with TDB’s strategic objectives.
    Financial Modelling: Develop complex financial models to simulate project outcomes under various scenarios and assist in structuring viable financing solutions.
    Transaction Structuring: Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to structure transactions that are financially viable and developmentally impactful.
    Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with government entities, project sponsors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate project development and implementation.
    Research and Advisory: Provide research support and advisory services on market trends, investment opportunities, and financial instruments. This includes drafting reports, investment briefs, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
    Capacity Building: Support the development of internal capacity for transaction advisory services through knowledge sharing.

    Qualifications and Competencies

    A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Finance, or Economics with relevant professional qualifications as added advantage.
    A minimum of 5 – 8 years of relevant professional experience in finance, investment banking, consultancy, or a related field, with a strong focus on financial modelling and project finance.
    Demonstrated experience in structuring complex transactions in the development sector.
    Proficient in financial analysis software (Excel) and other tools.
    Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
    Ability to work in diverse teams and manage multiple projects.
    Ability to analyze complex financial data.
    Understanding of the strategic objectives of the DFI and ability to align projects accordingly.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concept to non-experts.
    Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to a collaborative environment.
    Fluency in English is a requirement. Knowledge of another official language of TDB Group’s member states (French or Portuguese) would be an added advantage.

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    career2.successfactors.eu

  • Project Advisory Officer

    Project Advisory Officer

    Job Summary

    The Project Advisory Officer position in the Transaction Advisory Unit will play a critical role in facilitating investment in development projects specifically on PPPs. The Officer is expected to provide high-level analytical support, project evaluation, and financial modelling expertise to assist in structuring transactions.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The Project Advisory Officer performs the following duties:

    Project Evaluation and Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, market, and operational analysis of potential investment projects. This includes assessing project feasibility, risks, returns, and alignment with TDB’s strategic objectives.
    Financial Modelling: Develop complex financial models to simulate project outcomes under various scenarios and assist in structuring viable financing solutions.
    Transaction Structuring: Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to structure transactions that are financially viable and developmentally impactful.
    Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with government entities, project sponsors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate project development and implementation.
    Research and Advisory: Provide research support and advisory services on market trends, investment opportunities, and financial instruments. This includes drafting reports, investment briefs, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
    Capacity Building: Support the development of internal capacity for transaction advisory services through knowledge sharing.

    Qualifications and Competencies

    A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Finance, or Economics with relevant professional qualifications as added advantage.
    A minimum of 5 – 8 years of relevant professional experience in finance, investment banking, consultancy, or a related field, with a strong focus on financial modelling and project finance.
    Demonstrated experience in structuring complex transactions in the development sector.
    Proficient in financial analysis software (Excel) and other tools.
    Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
    Ability to work in diverse teams and manage multiple projects.
    Ability to analyze complex financial data.
    Understanding of the strategic objectives of the DFI and ability to align projects accordingly.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concept to non-experts.
    Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to a collaborative environment.
    Fluency in English is a requirement. Knowledge of another official language of TDB Group’s member states (French or Portuguese) would be an added advantage.

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    career2.successfactors.eu

  • Branch Manager – Westlands

    Branch Manager – Westlands

    PURPOSE:

    To drive revenue growth in the targeted business, enhance visibility and presence in the Metropolis region, and create strong stakeholder value by overseeing efficient resource utilization and maintaining a customer-centric focus across the region.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Management of Intermediary relationships (broker, banks & independent agents), clients to deliver targeted premium outputs across all subsidiaries.
    Provide leadership and support to the staff, sales and marketing team by driving the implementation of the corporate strategy, through training and motivation to achieve the organizational objectives
    Organize and represent the company in all relevant forums e.g. cooperative societies AGMs, leaders’ meetings and seminars as they conduct Business promotions in liaison with PR staff
    Pipeline business management, quotation processing and transmitting them to the intermediaries & clients within set TATs.
    Enforcing of credit control compliance and debt management standard.
    Draw up and operationalize SLAs with intermediaries for differentiated service delivery and resolve all customer complaints/inquiries promptly and professionally.
    Adhere to inter-departmental service level standards in liaison with business leaders across all Group subsidiaries and support the daily branch operations, including sales processing, policy issuance, and claims handling.
    Renewal follow-up to achieve the renewal retention ratios
    Champion cross selling for corporate, retail business and support Opening up new markets and distribution channels including local check offs for Ordinary Life
    Identify and facilitate Branch staff Resourcing requirements including recruitment, appraisal, career development, succession and resource planning, in liaison with the People and culture department
    Coordinate all intermediary activities as they Monitor and provide market intelligence to help to identify potential for both business acquisition and strategic planning
    Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing sales team as well as grow their intermediary portfolio.
    Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

    GENERIC DUTIES

    Carry out performance appraisal, coaching and mentoring staff;
    Participate in planning and budgeting for the department.

    Academic and Professional Requirements

    Education

     Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field,    E
    Professional Qualifications    Relevant Professional Qualification      E

    Experience Required:

    Minimum of five (6) years’ relevant experience in a similar position, two (2) of which at supervisory level

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    careers.cicinsurancegroup.com

  • Relationship Manager – Retail Banking

    Relationship Manager – Retail Banking

    Key Responsibilities

    Develop the Retail banking customer base and expand the unit’s business growth through marketing of the bank’s products and services
    Achievement of set revenue target/overall departments’ budgets through aggressive customer acquisition, efficient product delivery, offering a diverse range of products and excellent customer service
    Develop more business from the existing clientele – i.e. increase share of wallet by cross selling all personal &
    Business banking products to all the existing and potential customers
    Enhance sales in all other third party products for fee based earning.
    Preparation of all reports required to monitor work progress – daily, weekly and monthly
    Identifying and developing new profitable business relationship.
    Carrying out market research to monitor competitor activity and initiating product improvements to meet the changing consumer needs
    Coming up with customer service initiatives that will boost service and business growth
    Prepare and submit credit proposals in conformity with Credit Policy guidelines and requirements in liaison with the Senior Credit Analyst and maintain a high standard of credit analysis.
    Manage customer queries, complaints and other correspondence in a timely manner and within set standards for customer satisfaction

    Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge Experience& Key Competencies

    A degree in Business or Marketing related course from a recognized University.
    Diploma in Marketing, Credit Management /Professional qualifications (CPA, ACCA, AKIB).
    More than 5 years banking experience and at least 4 must be in business banking.
    Well versed with KYC/AML compliance requirements.
    A Proven record in the delivery of business targets.
    Excellent sales and negotiation skills, with the ability to establish and develop relationships.
    Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
    Computer skills in word processing, presentations and statistical analysis.

    If you believe you meet the above requirements, send your application together with a detailed CV indicating how your experience matches the position requirements. Please send your application on or before 11th October 2024 on the following address recruitment@abcthebank.com. Please put the position applied for in the application as the subject of the email.

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    recruitment@abcthebank.com

  • Cash and Bank Accountant

    Cash and Bank Accountant

    Role Summary
    Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the Cash and Bank Accountant for Twiga Foods is responsible for maintaining proper, accurate, and complete cash and bank records, making accurate and timely payments of all company obligations to suppliers, debt partners, government and compliance bodies, Kenya Revenue Authority and staff within approved budgets, as per the set-out service levels, credit terms / limits and statutory deadlines and as well to manage the relationships with all payees of Twiga.
    S/he is responsible for preparing monthly cash forecast and presenting a daily cash position, monitoring and confirming success of payments, undertaking bank reconciliations and leveraging good working relationships with banking partners and designated financial institutions to resolve bank related issues promptly, achieving a satisfactory conclusion for Twiga.
    The Cash and Bank Accountant will report on daily cash deposits, payments, cash balances, and outstanding payments. The role holder is responsible for master data integrity within the revenue and accounts receivables ledger and will maintain tight control over source and payment documents, overseeing the safe and orderly archiving of all payment related documents for the time required to meet audit, legal and tax requirements and queries.
    S/he will execute her/his responsibilities in a manner that facilitates efficient, timely and accurate execution of responsibilities, in the most cost and tax efficient way, in conformance with the company’s policies and in compliance with all legal and tax requirements.
    Key Responsibilities And Outcomes
    Cash and Bank

    Cash position
    Participate in the preparation of cash flow forecasts.
    Monitor the organization’s cash flow, analyze current cash balances and present a daily cash position.
    Maintain adequate cash balances for all bank accounts and confirm the company has enough funds to execute its daily payment plan
    Identify and propose mitigations for any risks identified
    Transactions
    Upload all outgoing payment of all company obligations to suppliers, farmers, debt partners, government and compliance bodies, and cash advances/reimbursement to staff into the bank portal in keeping with the reconciled and signed off payment vouchers
    Confirm all expenditure is within approved budgets and that any adverse variances are analyzed, highlighted and presented for approval prior to transactions being uploaded for payment
    Ensure completeness of payment uploads awaiting verification and approvals.
    Post all out-going and in-coming cash transactions daily to relevant cash books/general ledger. Confirm all transactions are accurately and properly recorded in the accounting system
    Audit prior day bank activities to ensure all wire transfers have been sent according to instructions. Address any bank transmission problems and/or daily cash receipt issues
    Reconciliations
    Undertake daily, weekly and/or monthly reconciliations of all current accounts, credit card receipts, other receipts control/reconciling accounts and key accounts and prepare relevant journal entries as appropriate
    Investigate any unknown receipts, unreconciled items and returned cheques on the bank reconciliation statement and clear down balances
    Data
    Responsible for master data integrity within the revenue and accounts receivables ledger, including account codes and revenue classification including maintenance of territories, routes, channels and all applicable dimensions as per the set-out chart of accounts, for the purpose of facilitating dimensional reporting and detailed variance analysis

    Stakeholder Relationship Management

    Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensure continuous and effective communication and provide prompt response and turnaround of queries
    Develop and maintain good working relationships with banking partners and designated financial institutions and work collaboratively to resolve bank related issues to achieve a timely satisfactory conclusion for Twiga

    Reporting

    Report daily cash deposits, payments, cash balances, and outstanding payments.
    Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements assigned and audit schedules as per closing checklist to reporting team for the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting process.
    Present comprehensive, accurate and informative reports with trends, insights, concerns, and recommendations clearly elaborated

    Document Management

    Maintain tight control over source and payment documents and oversee the safe and orderly archiving of all payment related documents for the time required to meet audit, legal and tax requirements and queries

    Other

    On a weekly/monthly basis, participating in the physical stock taking exercise for trading gods in conjunction with the wider accounting team
    Participate in regular Fixed Asset verification and tagging exercise in the location(s) in conjunction with the wider accounting team
    On a quarterly basis, participating in the business wide crate/pallet physical verification exercise and recommending write-offs losses

    Self-management

    Model Twiga’s culture and way of working
    Proactively manage own performance and deliver performance objectives and outcomes set
    Attend monthly 1-on-1 performance enablement discussions and quarterly performance reviews with the line manager, and institute corrective action where performance falls below expectation
    Proactively manage own learning and development
    Adhere to the annual leave plan agreed with the line manager
    Adhere to people management policies

    Compliance

    Comply with all organization policies, procedures; applicable accounting and regulatory standards; financial regulations and statutory guidelines. Minimize and mitigate risks to the organization and enforce zero-tolerance to non-compliance
    Close gaps/lapses identified as an outcome of audits; risk and/or any other compliance review; investigations; or other assessment mechanisms and take corrective/preventive actions within the agreed timelines

    Academic and Professional Qualification

    A bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited university preferably in accounting, finance, economics, commerce, or a related field
    Qualified Accountant (CPA-2) or ACCA equivalent

    Relevant Skills and Experience

    At least three (3) years’ accounting experience with working knowledge of managing cashflow, general ledger reconciliations, conducting financial analysis and preparing financial reports in a busy operational environment, with hands-on operational experience working with an ERP/substantial accounting software
    Good organizational and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work with a high level of accuracy, prioritize and deliver objectives set within timelines given
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate finance information effectively to ‘non-finance’ people
    Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team environment, with the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels
    Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    Results-oriented, flexible and adaptable to rapid change, with the comfort working in a fast-paced, high demand environment
    Enthusiastic, decisive, pragmatic, resilient and forthright individual with a sense of urgency, and unquestionable integrity
    Willing and able to travel

    Apply via :

    twiga.applytojob.com

  • Senior Relationship Manager (SRM), Corporate Banking Head of Digital Banking

    Senior Relationship Manager (SRM), Corporate Banking Head of Digital Banking

    Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of at least 100 large corporate and SME clients, ensuring the growth of both assets and liabilities while maintaining high standards of client satisfaction and engagement.
    Client Relationship Development: Build and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, identifying opportunities for cross-selling and upselling the bank’s products and services.
    Credit Quality Management: Monitor the credit quality of the portfolio, proactively managing risks and ensuring compliance with the bank’s credit policies and procedures.
    Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans for corporate business growth in alignment with the bank’s annual and tri-annual objectives.
    Product and Service Expansion: Increase the penetration of banking products and services within the existing client base, focusing on enhancing the client experience and deepening client relationships.
    Trade Finance Development: Drive the growth of trade finance business among importers/exporters, leveraging the bank’s capabilities and international network.
    Collaboration and Synergies: Foster collaboration with other departments such as Treasury, Retail Banking, and international counterparts to create synergies and optimize client service delivery.
    Networking and Market Presence: Actively engage in networking activities to enhance the bank’s market presence and generate new business opportunities within the region.
    Performance Reporting: Regularly report on portfolio performance, including growth metrics, profitability, and risk management to senior management and relevant committees.
    Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of relationship managers and support staff, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring effective talent development and succession planning.

    Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

    Portfolio Growth (Assets, Liabilities, and Off-Balance Sheet Exposures)
    Increase in Product and Service Utilization among Corporate Clients
    Growth in Trade Finance Revenue and Volume
    Maintenance of High Credit Quality and Compliance Standards
    Achievement of Profitability and Productivity Targets

    Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
    MBA or a relevant postgraduate qualification is preferred.
    Professional qualifications in accountancy, banking, or a related field.
    At least 8 years of experience in banking, with a minimum of 3 years in corporate banking or relationship management at a senior level.
    Proven track record in managing large corporate and SME clients and driving portfolio growth.
    Strong business development, networking, and client relationship management skills.
    Excellent understanding of corporate banking products, trade finance, and risk management.

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  • Head, Core Operations

    Head, Core Operations

    The role holder will lead and manage the Core Operations function in Country (comprising Account Origination, Account Maintenance, Processing and Clearing, Card Operations, Cash Operations and Domestic Payments) in line with regulatory requirements, market rules, directives, policies and deadlines to achieve defined targets and quality standards and minimise risk whilst maintaining a positive client experience.

    Qualifications

    Type of Qualification: First Degree
    Field of Study: Business Commerce, Finance and Accounting, Banking, Engineering Sciences Study Direction
    Experience Required
    Operations Production Services

    10 overall years’ of experience within Operations
    3-4 years Client services
    3-4 yearsManaging an Operations team, business or product unit
    3-4 years Managing risk and controls in an Operations environment
    5-7 years In a banking operations environment
    8-10 years Working in an Operations environment within a multi-national banking or financial services business

    Apply via :

    www.standardbank.com

  • Chief Executive Officer

    Chief Executive Officer

    Key roles and responsibilities

    Achieve balance sheet growth, budgeted operating profit forthe full year, increase earnings from Income, and improveoverall P&L performance
    Manage interest expenses by ensuring a balanced productmix in customer liabilities and funding strategy.
    Drive non-funded income as per the budget and improvecost to income ratio by reviewing the business cost model.
    Achieve targeted asset quality by reducing the NPL ratio andensure the agreed return on equity.
    Maintain cost to income ratio to achieve desired ratio.
    Drive customer growth through excellent customer serviceand maintaining proper internal controls to ensure no fraud,no significant operational losses and ensure positive auditoutcomes (BOT, internal, and external).
    Provide guidance, make decisions, and offer advice toenhance and expand retail banking products and services.
    Oversee day-to-day operative decisions within the bank’sbranch network, including administrative, risk management,resource allocation, and business continuity.
    Drive the development, responsibility, and implementation ofthe bank’s strategy into operational models and performancescorecards.
    Develop and grow solutions and targeted market segmentsthat meet changing customer and business needs.
    Enhance the company brand awareness through marketingcampaigns and customer events.
    Ensure the bank is well-positioned in terms of developing human resources, capital, and infrastructure to achieve targets as per the strategic plan.
    Build a strong platform targeting the SME, Mid-Corporate segments and introduce and expand the usage of new delivery channels.
    Ensure talent development and retention through training and mentoring, while promoting team cohesion and embedding a strong organizational culture among the staff.
    Enhance senior management buy-in through active participation in regional business review, asset and liability committee, and senior management meetings.

    Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

    A bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited university.
    Master’s degree in a relevant business field will be an added advantage.
    Professional qualification in Banking and Finance.
    Minimum of 15 years of management experience, with over 12 years in senior management positions within a Bank of a financial institution.
    Effectively address complex issues and make informed decisions while taking ownership of organizational strategic goals and ensuring their achievement
    Ability to ensure that productivity and process compliance are tracked while reviewing the processes to maintain their relevance.
    Ability to assess options and actions based on trends and conditions in the environment to achieve long term business objectives.
    Ability to define and communicate a shared vision, ensuring everyone understands and aligns with it.
    Strong leadership skills with demonstrable experience in building the high performing team through coaching, mentoring, effective delegation, rewarding ethical behaviour, networking, open communication and empowerment

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, Please send your application for your consideration to this email: hrservices@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘Chief Executive Officer’ by 30 August 2024.
     

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    hrservices@kpmg.co.ke

  • Cash Officer – Lavington Mall Branch Cash Officer – Gikomba Branch

    Cash Officer – Lavington Mall Branch Cash Officer – Gikomba Branch

    Purpose:
    The position is responsible for managing and supervising Branch cash services including Line Tellers, Merchant Tellers, Branch ATMs, cash repatriation, transaction authorization, staff training and conducting surprise checks to ensure that customers get the best in terms of service delivery in accordance to the Bank’s policy, procedures and guidelines. This is done in addition to ensuring that the Branch maintains optimum level of cash in liaison with the Central Cash department.
    Primary Responsibilities:

    Authorize teller vouchers of up to Ksh. 500,000. in the Core Banking System as they are being processed;
    Reconcile cash at the end of the day through a physical cash count and monitoring the intra-day cash limits for the tellers;
    Confirm instructions and cheque payments with clients and Branches;
    Authorize prepaid cards services such as refunds;
    Custodian of Debit and Credit card PIN mailers and ensuring there destruction when not collected;
    Monitor ATMs and loading cash as and when needed;
    Ensure safe custody of cash and serialized stationery;
    Liaise with Central Cash Management for cash requirement and repatriation;
    Retrieve cash and cheque deposits from the ATM;
    Work in liaison with the Branch Operations Manager for maintenance of all equipment in the Cash department;
    EOM reconciliations and statistics/Branch metrics;
    Respond to cash related queries;
    Monitor activities in the Banking hall through the CCTV;
    Coach, mentor and train Tellers;
    Engage in performance and leave management of Tellers; and
    Cross- sell the Bank’s products and services.

    Person Specifications

    Bachelor’s degree in a Business related field from a recognized institution Professional Qualifications
    Part completion of CPA (K), ACCA or its equivalent.
    At least one to three years relevant experience.
    Technical skills;
    Ability to communicate;
    Report writing skills; and
    Numeric skills.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    Excellent planning and organization skills; and
    Good people management skills.

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