Wednesday, 3 April 2013

KCB Chief Business Officer / MD Kenya, Chief Financial Officer, Director Audit and Company Secretary Jobs in Kenya

Our client KCB, is a leading commercial banking group in the Eastern Africa Region, renowned for its diversity and growth potential. KCB’s vision is to be ‘the preferred financial solutions provider in Africa with global reach’.
The Bank currently commands the largest retail banking network in Kenya and has subsidiaries in Burundi, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. KCB has the largest asset base of any bank in East Africa.

As a player in the global financial market, the Bank maintains working arrangements with correspondent banks throughout the world. 
KCB wishes to recruit the following executives:

Chief Business Officer / MD Kenya

Job Ref:
MN 5707

Reporting to the Group CEO, the position will be responsible for the growth and management of the Kenya Business including Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, Mortgage Business, Treasury, Marketing, Logistics and Operations. 
The role which is equivalent to Managing Director position is a Group EXCO position that will be responsible for driving the KCB Kenya business.

Job Profile
  • Development of the overall business strategy covering customer segment strategy (Retail banking, affluent,
  • mortgages, small businesses and corporates), business modeling cost, Risk management.
  • Provide Group services through Operations and Shared Service Centres, Marketing and Logistics.
  • Translation of Business Units strategy into divisional strategy by segments. (Retail banking, affluent, Micro, SMEs, Mid-Corps, Large Corps).
  • Development of Divisional budgets in cooperation with Chief Finance Officer.
  • Development of budgets and targets for each division in cooperation with divisional directors.
  • Monitoring and review of divisions and Kenya business performance and target achievement.
  • Maintenance of relationship with key customers and stakeholders.
  • Securing quality-of-service delivery to all customer segments and products.
  • Development of current customers and active acquisition of selected new customers.
  • Monitoring of application of limits/procedures regarding handling of risk; contribution to early recognition of risks.
  • Supporting business development in subsidiaries (products, channels, marketing)
  • Manage functional teams performance and development.
Person Profile
  • University Degree preferably in a Business related field.
  • Having post graduate and / or Banking qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Minim urn of 10 years experience in commercial banking covering Corporate, Retail and Mortgage business with at least 8 years in a senior to top management position.
  • Good overall appreciation and knowledge of the Banking Industry, latest market trends as well as challenges.
  • Track record of success and delivery of business results.
  • Excellent Cross-Cultural People Management skills, Team Motivation and Leadership Competence.
  • A good understanding of Bankin9 Law and Practice as well as Corporate Governance Principles.
  • Sound IT proficiency.
  • An appreciation of Risk Management and Knowledge of internal controls.
  • Strong networking and interpersonal skills with proven people, leadership, communication and negotiation skills
  • Proactive and customer-focused.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills; and 
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
Apply before 20th April 2013

Chief Financial Officer

Job Ref:
MN 5708

Reporting to the Group CEO, the position will be responsible for the proposal and execution of Financial Strategy and Capital Structure for the KCB Group as well as the definition and management of strategic planning and budgeting processes (corporate development and performance management process). 
This is a Group EXCO position that will be responsible for the Finance Division across the group.

Job Profile

The position will be responsible for among others the following key deliverables:
  • Liaise with the Group CEO, Country Managing Directors and the Board to prepare and implement the financial strategy.
  • Management and support of financial planning and budgeting processes for the Group and the business units.
  • Effective management of the execution of all Projects commissioned in KCB Group.
  • Effective management of investor relations across KGB Group (existing and prospective).
  • Planning of the capital structure of the Group (legal and market requirements), including activities such as proposal of dividends and corporate actions, recommendations on appropriate opportunities (e.g., partnerships, acquisitions).
  • Liquidity planning and the Setting fund transfer pricing and allocation of costs / revenues across different units.
  • Management information and reporting through the establishment of transparent and clear management reporting system. Suggestion of measures for performance improvement. Productivity analysis.
  • Group Accounting and external Financial Reporting. Preparation of financial results for communication to relevant external parties (tax/legal, investors7 etc..).
  • Carries out the Asset-Liability management functions (balance sheet optimization, hedging, Investments, trading), including Capital Market activities.
  • Oversee and coordinate statutory audits by Central Banks, Revenue Authorities and any other financial services regulators.
  • Provide ALCO with reports so as to facilitate efficient and effective resource utilization.
  • Managing the Banks taxation issues ensuring compliance.
  • Manage functional teams performance and development.
Person Profile
  • University Degree preferably in a Business related field and a CPA(K)/ACCA or equivalent accounting qualifications. Having a post graduate and / or Banking qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience ii Financial Management with at least 8 years in a senior to top management position.
  • Excellent Cross-Cultural People Management skills, Team Motivation and Leadership Competence.
  • A good understanding of Banking Law and Practice as well as Corporate Governance Principles.
  • Sound IT proficiency.
  • An appreciation of Risk Management and Knowledge of internal controls.
  • Strong networking and interpersonal skills with proven people, leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proactive and customer-focused.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills; and demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
Apply before 12th April 2013

Director Audit
 
Job Ref. MN 5709
 
Reporting to the Group CEO and the Audit Committee of the Group Board, the role holder directs the planning and execution of audits to evaluate the Bank’s internal control Infrastructure as well as reviews structures of Internal controls supporting operations. 
The position is responsible for the Audit Division in KCB Kenya whose departments comprise Business Governance Audit, Branch Network Audit, Information Systems Audit and Quality Assurance. 
Audits all business units (Head Office and Bank Branches) across the KCB Group. 
The position is responsible for the consistency in and execution of Audit methods, policy and procedures across KCB Group.

Job Profile
  • Leading and directing the Audit Division team to execute audit projects in conformance with professional standards across the Group.
  • Setting and operating to agreed budgets and deadlines.
  • Prepare and execute annual and long-term risk-based Audit plans to provide appropriate coverage of compliance activities.
  • Ensure execution of the Compliance Audit plan within departmental methodology, policies and standards.
  • Provide management with an independent and objective evaluation of the control environment and evaluate management’s control consciousness.
  • Provide assurance on effectiveness of Internal controls framework enabling fraud prevention.
  • Communicating regularly with senior management of the functional area to discuss the Audit plan status, results of the Audit work, and quarterly reporting.
  • Prepare quarterly monitoring document for compliance.
  • Involvement in Compliance Audits includes; scope determination, Audit planning memos, issue development and report writing.
  • Conduct, as appropriate, quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with department documentation standards.
  • Lead Audits on Governance and Ethical issues.
  • Coordinate with appropriate control groups and external auditors in planning and executing audit work.
  • Effectively coach, and develop team members in all aspects of the audit methodology.
  • Supports the work of the Group Audit Committee.
  • Act as coach and mentor to senior and staff auditors.
Person Profile
  • Bachelor’s level degree in Business including Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related field. Masters degree qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Must be a certified public accountant.
  • Certification in Quality Control Assurance Standards and or Methods (e.g. Six Sigma, CISA or similar equivalent) will be an added advantage.
  • 10 or more years of progressive Audit experience with at least 5 years at senior level.
  • Proficient understanding of the Internal Audit process including risk assessments, planning, scheduling, and reporting.
  • A strong technical understanding of the regulatory environment with respect to the Statutory and Regulatory requirements in Financial Services.
  • A significant technical understanding of the Bank’s structures, processes and systems.
  • Proven ability to lead projects and initiatives that drive performance.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage people in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results.
  • Demonstrated track record of Integrity, effective communication, innovation, and performance excellence.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver high quality, actionable feedback to client management on control issues and potential solutions to close gaps.
Apply before 12th April 2013

Company Secretary
 
Job Ref. MN 5710
 
Reporting to Group CEO and the Group Board, this position is responsible for ensuring that the Bank complies with all relevant laws and regulations and provision of legal services and compliance with best practice standards of corporate governance. 
The Company Secretary is Secretary to the Group Board, and acts as a point of communication between
the Group Board of Directors, Country Board Directors and the Company shareholders, maintains the shareholders register and reports in a timely and accurate manner on company procedures and developments and is the Custodian of all business contracts.

The Company Secretary manages the Legal Advisory Unit, Shares Registry, Credit Support Litigation Unit and Securities and Documentation Unit.

Job Profile
  • Secretary to the Group Board.
  • Organize, prepare agendas for, and take minutes of Board meetings and annual general meetings and communicate promptly decisions made for appropriate action or Implementation.
  • Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries.
  • Ensure that the Bank’s legal risks are managed effectively and efficiently.
  • Provide advise to the business on legal and governance implications of proposed policies and/or decisions.
  • Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment, and take appropriate action.
  • Liaise with external regulators and advisers, such as lawyers and ensure proper, timely and cost- effective advice is available to the Bank.
  • Manage the Bank’s Securities & Documentation Unit and ensure efficiency in its operations
  • Develop and oversee the systems that ensure the company complies with all applicable codes, as well as its legal and statutory requirements.
  • Manage the Bank’s Share Registry and ensure efficiency in its operations.
  • Manage functional teams performance and development.
Person Profile
  • Law Degree
  • Advocate of the High Court.
  • Certified Public Secretary qualification and a member of ICPSK.
  • 10 years as Company Secretary in a Blue Chip Organization.
  • A strong technical understanding of the regulatory environment with respect to the statutory and regulatory authorities
  • Proven ability to lead projects and initiatives that drive performance.
  • Excellent knowledge of corporate, regulatory and company law, rules and norms.
  • Excellent communication skills.
Apply before 12th April 2013

The above positions are demanding roles for which the bank will provide competitive packages for the successful candidates. 
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts and quoting the job title and reference number in the subject field to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

Metropolitan Life Insurance Life Administration Manager, Senior Accountant, Policy Administrator, Broker Consultant, Retail Sales Managers and Retail Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

Overview
 
Metropolitan Life Insurance Kenya is a young and vibrant Life Insurance company that has an ambitious
growth strategy. 
We are interested in recruiting energetic, innovative, experienced and qualified professionals to be part of the team that will take the organization to the next level. 
We therefore invite applications from suitable candidates for the following positions:

1. Life Administration Manager
 
Job Specifications
 
Reporting to The Chief Executive Officer, the main responsibilities of the position include but are not limited
to the following:
  • Ensuring efficient processing of all new business submitted.
  • Risk assessment and liaison with reinsurers on complex risks.
  • Ensure reinsurance treaties are in place at all times.
  • Participating in products development and reviews.
  • Providing market intelligence with respect to operations
  • Ensuring efficient collection and application of all premiums collected
  • Ongoing liaison with stop order authorities and banks.
  • Ensuring efficient client servicing at all times.
  • Ensuring efficient claims processing.
  • Running MIS reports including month ends on administration system.
  • Production of accurate and correct valuation data.
  • Sound and effective staff recruitment and development.
  • Performance management.
  • Maintaining sound and sustainable relations with all stakeholders.
  • Provide technical support to marketing staff.
  • Manage error logs with Service provider.
  • Test new releases
Person Specification
 
The ideal candidate must have the following attributes
  • Degree in Insurance, Actuarial Science, Economics, Law or Administration from a reputable University.
  • Relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 8 years in a Life Insurance environment of which 3 years must have been at middle management.
  • Well developed computer skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
  • Focused, assertive, analytical self motivated, innovative and results oriented.
  • High level of integrity and trust.
  • The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • High level of emotional intelligence.
  • Proven interpersonal, enterpreneurial, leadership and business skills.
  • An understanding of financial services markets, products and services
2. Senior Accountant
 
Job Specifications
 
Reporting to The Finance Manager, the main functions of the position include the following:
  • Ensure accurate & timely financial reporting to management of the company and ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare Management and statutory accounts.
  • Prepare Insurance Regulatory Returns.
  • Prepare Key General Ledger Control Account Reconciliations,
  • Supervise Bank Reconciliations,
  • Prepare Tax, Pay As You Earn and other Statutory Returns (NH IF, NSSF).
Person Specifications
 
The ideal candidate must have the following attributes:
  • Bachelor of Commerce (accounting/finance option) or business related degree from a recognized university Undergraduate Degree
  • Professional Accounting Qualification .i.e. CPA (K), ACCA
  • Relevant Industry Experience (Insurance).
  • Analytical Skills.
  • Good Oral and Written communication skills.
  • Ability to work within strict reporting deadlines.
  • A team player with business appreciation.
3. Policy Administrator
 
Job Specifications
 
Reporting to the Life Administration Manager, the main functions of the position include providing technical and administrative functions as follows:
  • Liaising with brokers as and when necessary.
  • Setting up group schemes on the administration system.
  • Risk assessment of schemes in consultation with reinsurers.
  • Placing reinsurance in terms of the treaty.
  • Risk assessment and liaison with reinsurers on complex risks.
  • Participating in products development and reviews.
  • Preparing and sending out premium debit notes.
  • Processing group claims timeously
  • Terminating group schemes on the administration system.
  • Ensuring that scheme data is correct for valuation purposes
Person specifications
 
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:
  • A degree in Actuarial Science, Insurance, Law, Economics or Administration.
  • Good progress in insurance exams e.g. ACII, AIIK, LOMA etc. is an advantage.
  • At least 3 years in life insurance in a similar role.
  • A good understanding of excel. word and power point.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong report writing skills
  • A good communicator who is a team player.
  • Relationship building
4. Broker Consultant 
Mombasa Office
 
Job Specifications
 
Reporting to The General Manager - Corporate, the main functions of the position includes the following:
  • To generate group business through brokers and other intermediaries.
  • Sustaining existing relationships with selected brokers and other intermediaries
  • Providing leads for new brokers and other intermediaries.
  • Providing competitive quotations to intermediaries and clients.
  • Providing product training to intermediaries.
  • Carrying out presentations to intermediaries and clients.
  • Joint calls on clients with respective brokers.
  • Carrying out market research with regards to corporate products.
  • Participating in product development
  • Promoting the company brand.
Person Specifications
 
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:
  • Must have at least 3 years hands on experience of the Mombasa market.
  • A degree in Marketing, Actuarial Science or Economics.
  • Insurance professional qualifications or progress towards attainment of one.
  • At least 4 years in a life insurance environment.
  • Good oral and written communications.
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Good at relationship building
5. Retail Sales Managers 
Four
 
Reporting to The Business Development Manager - Retail, the main functions of the position includes:
  • Sourcing quality and sustainable retail business for the company.
  • Establishing and developing markets for retail products.
  • Recruiting and training retail sales executives.
  • Motivating retail sales executives to perform as per set targets.
  • Market research and product development.
  • Brand promotion
Person Specifications
  • At least 10 years experience in retail business of which 3 must have been at management level.
  • Marketing degree/professional qualification
  • Minimum of 35 years of age.
  • Own vehicle
6. Retail Sales Executives 
Nairobi & Mombasa
 
Job specification:
 
Reporting to The Sales Manager, the main purpose of the job includes
  • Distributing retail products for the company.
  • Opening new markets.
  • Brand promotion
Person Specifications
 
The ideal candidates must have the following attributes:
  • At least 5 years working experience in a competitive retail sales environment Marketing qualification: Those with teaching or uniformed forces background are encouraged to apply
  • Minimum age of 30 years but must have been out of college/university for at least 5 years.
  • No criminal record
Applications:
 
Interested individuals should submit their applications and curriculum vitae to 
The Human Resources Manager, 
Metropolitan Life Kenya, 
Mezzanine Floor, International House, Mama Ngina Street, 
P.O. Box 46783, GPO-O00100, 
Nairobi, Kenya; 
or email to hr@metropolitan.co.ke 
by Thursday 11th April 2013.

Legal and Compliance Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Legal and Compliance Officer
 
Reference: LCO _2013
 
Recruiter: Altima Africa Ltd 
Contract: Permanent
 
Location: Nairobi 
Category: Experienced 

Profile Introduction
 
Our client, a leading services provider in the Kenya Capital Markets seeks to recruit a Legal and Compliance Officer responsible for providing legal, regulatory and research expertise in the continuous development and review of the rules and regulations of the firm; monitoring compliance with all relevant laws, rules and regulations and providing company secretarial services.
 
The Legal and Compliance Officer will report to the Chief Executive.
 
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Law
  • Masters degree in Law or Business related field will be an added advantage
  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  • Certified Public Secretary (CPS)
  • At least five years relevant work experience 
  • Experience in company secretarial work
Job Specification
Compliance
  • Monitor compliance by the firm with the regulatory requirements prescribed by the Authority
  • Monitor compliance by the firm with the Central Depositories Act, and rules and regulations made pursuant thereto
  • Monitor compliance by the firm with all the firm operational and procedures manuals
  • Monitor compliance by Agents with requirements under the firm’s rules and regulations
  • Assist in preparing the firm’s internal policies and review the same for compliance with relevant laws
  • Prepare and submit to the Board periodic compliance reports including any reports on material breaches of the regulatory requirements
  • Participate in settlement and arbitration of disputes to ensure compliance with capital market requirements
Legal
  • Assist the firm Board and Management in the interpretation of Capital Markets Laws, Regulations, Rules and Guidelines
  • Coordinate external legal counsel hired by the firm to provide legal services
  • Provide internal legal support for the firm’s projects and departments
  • Participating in negotiation, reviewing and/or drafting of contracts and agreements to be entered into by the firm or relating to the firm’s operations
  • Maintain up to date records of all the firm legal information and data and ensure safekeeping of legal documents and contracts
  • Provide legal advice and research on matters concerning the firm and the Capital Markets
Company Secretarial
  • Perform all company secretarial duties for the firm including taking minutes at meetings and filing of appropriate returns.
  • Prepare and submit periodic corporate governance reports to the board
  • Ensure compliance with all obligations under the Companies Act and the company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association
Competencies
  • Adept at drafting and reviewing legal documents
  • Knowledge of Rules and regulations of the firm, NSE and CMA, and working knowledge of the mechanics of the Kenyan capital market
  • Training/Skills- Continuous capital market regulation and development training
  • Positive attitude and drive for results
  • Professionalism, interest in evolving trends with evidenced pursuit of professional education programmes
  • Exemplary interpersonal skills, and ability to mediate and facilitate dispute resolution
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and to ensure absolute discretion and sensitivity to confidential matters
How to Apply
 
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 6th April 2013.
 
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Wisen HR Sales Representative (HR Outsourcing) Job in Kenya

Wisen HR is an innovative and service-obsessed organization that exists to develop and deliver constantly evolving HR solutions which contribute substantially to our clients' success.
Job Title: Sales Representative (HR Outsourcing)

Location:
Nairobi

Partner with business owners. Think like an entrepreneur. Achieve new levels of success.

That’s what being a Sales Representative at Wisen HR is all about.

Why do business owners listen to you? You always come up with the right solutions!Whether it’s our solutions or a different solution altogether, your goal is to help businesses succeed. You will build a partnership within the communities you serve to deliver ongoing business solutions and support wherever they’re needed.

If you’re ready to think bold and drive the success of your clients, this is your opportunity.

Essential Responsibilities:
 
Because you're smart, creative and persistent, you see business opportunities that others miss. And you also know how to charm gatekeepers and demonstrate your knowledge to CEOs in a way that immediately earns their confidence.
 
As a business development professional, you will prospect, present and close business in our targeted and preferred vertical markets.  You will call and talk to these decision-makers about innovative HR consulting services that every small- to mid-sized business in Kenya needs. And because everything we offer can be virtually custom designed, you'll be able to devise solutions that companies simply cannot refuse.
 
We are looking for 3 to 10 years of experience in a quota-driven sales position, preferably in a strategic (non-commodity) sales environment (technology, outsourcing, business products, services or HR solutions). 
Individuals who are well established in their community and foster strong relationships with business owners.Proactive sales professionals who have perfected the art of relationship based sales of intangibles. A great communicator with excellent presentation skills.
 
We'll provide all the support and resources you'll need to succeed, plus the flexibility and elbow room you crave to most effectively turn your insights and capabilities into profits and real career growth.
 
We offer: A strong commission structure with residual income (always earn income on your accounts), No geographic territory (prospect outside of your location, no problem), Team selling (everyone sells and everyone is invested in your success), First class training program, Strong management team that works for you, Advancement Opportunities, Transport andCell Phone Allowance.

Qualified and ready for the challenge? 
Please email your impressive CV to careers@wisengroup by 12th April 2013.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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