Banking Sector SME Banking Agribusiness Specialist and Relationship Manager (Chinese Market) Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Our client seeks to fill the following positions in the banking sector.

Agribusiness Specialist (SME Banking)
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Industry: Banking
 

The person will be responsible for the growth of market share and profitability of the Agribusiness segment through product development and execution of the Agribusiness strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• To implement the Agribusiness strategy for SME banking.
• Develop annual plans for the business in-order to build a profitable asset portfolio and deposits from agribusiness sector.
• Grow and Maintain market share for assets and Liabilities in the Agribusiness Banking segment through innovative product development of the Agribusiness products and solutions for acceptable and commercially viable value chains.
• Analyze the market trends in the agriculture sector and competitively position the bank product offering for the agriculture sector.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders in the agriculture sector and actors for various value chains in order to tap in on banking opportunities
• Drive cross-selling of agribusiness products to existing and Bank customers

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• University Degree in a Business Related field from a recognized University/ institution. Those with an MBA or CIM, MSK/Agribusiness certification) will have an added advantage.
• 4-6 years proven experience in the agriculture sector and at least 2 years’ experience in a financial institution covering sales/relationship management.

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Experience in resolution of customer complaints/relationship management
• A thorough knowledge of Agribusiness products and Banking Industry knowledge.
• Excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations

Relationship Manager - Chinese Market – SME Banking
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Industry: Banking

The jobholder will ensure that customer’s requirements are met through product attributes and service expectations and to maintain close relationship between the bank and its SME clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhancement of wallet share for every client.
• Direct and through references, enhancement of business.
• Enhance sales in all other third party products for fee based earning.
• Preparing & implementing sales plan/activities to acquire, expand and retention profitable relationships
• Identifying and evaluating potential customers’ financial and service needs and recommend product/service offerings in liaison with Product Development Manager.
• Identifying and developing new profitable business relationship.
• Planning and implementing campaigns for sales promotions
• Providing timely and value added services across Banks clientele, initiate and follow through partnerships and networking with Branches and Head office Credit.
• Provide relationship management on matters regarding supply chain and SME between branches and head office.
• Responsible for the actual preparation of credit applications and supporting loan documentation
• Credit Origination Fulfilment.
• By monitoring all loan facilities in the portfolio (on a joint responsibility basis with Credit Division) on a daily basis against set parameters/ conditions.
• Manage the day to-day SME portfolio of the BANK under the Head of SME Banking guidance
• Sales support.
• To maximize revenue generation and margins for the Bank.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• University Degree in a Business Related field from a recognized University/ institution. Those with AKIB Diploma, CPA-K/CPS/ACCA and MBA will have an added advantage.
• 3-5 years proven experience in Banking sector and at least 2 years’ experience in a financial institution covering sales/relationship management
• Must have experience in working with Chinese owned companies operating in East Africa
• Knowledge in Credit Analysis and Monitoring
• Knowledge in Bank Products
• Speakers of one of the common Chinese languages will be at a distinct advantage

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Experience in resolution of customer complaints/relationship management
• Excellent high quality interpersonal, communication, selling and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relation
• Excellent planning, Organization, problem solving and analytical
• Competence in credit skills, product development
• Financial analysis
• Trade Finance

If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 19th May, 2013.

Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

AFSC Mid-term Evaluation of the Somalia Peace Program: Youth, Leadership and Peaceful Coexistence Consultancy

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization that includes people of various faiths who are committed to social justice, peace, and humanitarian service. 

Its work is based on the Quaker belief in the worth of every person and faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. 

We have a vacancy for Consultancy – Mid-term evaluation of the Somalia Peace Program: Youth, Leadership and Peaceful Coexistence to be carried out within 12 days within the following key outputs:

• A report capturing the assessment of progress made towards the intended outcome and of relevant outputs, lessons learned concerning best and/or less than ideal practices in producing outputs and achieving the outcome, and strategies and recommendations for continued AFSC Somalia Programming.
• A comprehensive 3 years program proposal with budgets aligned to and consistent with identified strategies and recommendations and a strong focus on youth, peace and leadership development and aspects of advocacy and linkages between Somalia and the horn of Africa region.

Essential attributes:

• Extensive experience on needs assessment and conflict analysis
• Knowledge of Somalia and its socio-political context
• Proven experience in formulation of strategic direction, program planning processes and proposal development
• Experience of working on conflict transformation, youth, peace building and livelihood restoration programs
• Excellent written and spoken English language

Desirable attributes

• Working knowledge of NGOs specifically faith-inspired
• Knowledge of RPP (reflecting on peace and practice) methods
• Knowledge of Somali languages (a team of two – with one who has knowledge of Somali language can be explored)

If interested in the assignment, please send a CV, motivation letter, and names of 3 references (one being the most recent assignment) should be addressed to the undersigned on or before May 28, 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

P.O. Box 66448 – 00800
Nairobi, Kenya
 

Or email: afscafricajob@yahoo.com

The AFSC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Linksoft Group Head of Finance Job in Nairobi Kenya

Head of Finance

Location: Nairobi
 

Job Category: Banking & Financial Services
 

Work Type: Full Time

Salary: Not specified

Responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations. 

Provide leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting and budgeting efforts of the company.
 

Primary Responsibilities

• Create, coordinate, and evaluate the financial programs and supporting information systems of the company to include budgeting, tax planning, real estate, and conservation of assets.
• Approve and coordinate changes and improvements in automated financial and management information systems for the company.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.
• Oversee the approval and processing of revenue, expenditure, and position control documents, department budgets, mass salary updates, ledger, and account maintenance and data entry.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports.
• Develop and implement finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures.
• Establish and maintain appropriate internal control safeguards.
• Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses, reports, and recommendations.
• Ensure records systems are maintained in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
• Develop and direct the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs, and systems.
• Assist in obtaining the necessary licenses and insurance required to start a business.
• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and expenses to guide business leaders. Analyze financial statements to pinpoint potential weak areas.
• Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Serve on planning and policy-making committees.
• Oversee financial management of foreign operations to include developing financial and budget policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Represent the company externally to media, government agencies, funding agencies, and the general public.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate department staff.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. 
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations. 
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight time frames and simultaneously manage several projects. 
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
• This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting, ten years of experience in senior-level finance or accounting position, and a CPA.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. 

Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Email: hr@linksoftsys.com

Human Resources Coordinator (Recruitment) Job in Kenya

Human Resources Coordinator - Recruitment

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Recruitment manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare job descriptions and role profiles for positions at the level of Office and above in consultation with the Heads of Departments and the Recruitment Manager
• Design advertisements in consultation with concerned Unit Heads/Heads of Departments.
• Screen applications and forward to the concerned units and arrange for interviews/assessments of the shortlisted candidates.
• Conduct interviews of candidates for staff in assigned areas and make recommendations for selection.
• Prepare comparative analysis of salary packages in order to maintain pay equity and develop offers for selected candidates.
• Make salary offer and explain terms of employment.
• Complete joining formalities for newly hired faculty and staff in assigned areas;
• Liaise with other sections to ensure arrangements are made for out of station prospective employees.
• Manage joining formalities for recruited employees including pre-employment physical examination and reference checks prior to any hire.
• Oversee documentation verification process prior to hiring of new employees.
• Follow up of obtaining work visas and work permits for all expatriates

Requirements:

Applicants for the above position must have:

• Minimum of Bachelors’ Degree in Human Resources/Business Administration,
• Diploma in Human Resource Management;
• Minimum of 4 (four) years of relevant work experience;
• Proficiency in computers, especially Excel and Word Processing Programmes;
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interview skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the Kenya labour laws.

To Apply:

Send in a current copy of your CV to info@careerdirections.co.ke with the subject “Human Resource Coordinator”

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.