Kenya Commercial Bank Career Opportunities

Kenya Commercial Bank Ltd, renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region, is currently strengthening its support for group operations and shared services with the aim of maintaining Best Practice, whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives.

To this end, the following challenging positions have arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

BRANCH MANAGERS

THE POSITION
Reporting to the Regional Business Manager, the Branch Managers will be responsible for the overall management of the Branch to deliver business growth and excellent customer service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Delivery of agreed business targets and accountability for business growth
• Building and developing a high performing team
• Delivery of excellent customer service
• Managing credit and operational risk at the branch
• Effectively managing and coordinating branch resources

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:
• Good educational background. (Holders of a University Degree will have added advantage)
• At least 3-5 years proven experience in Sales, Credit and Bank operations, 2 of which must have been as a Branch Manager
• Proven track record in sales and consistently exceeding set targets
• Experience in blue-chip retail network with international and regional exposure
• Excellent Bank Product knowledge in niche market
• Versatility, flexibility, passion and commitment to quality service delivery
• Excellent organizational, planning and analytical skills
• Good understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures

BUSINESS BANKERS

THE POSITION
Reporting to the Manager Business Banking, the Business Bankers will be responsible for the implementation of Business Banking propositions to achieve business growth and fpr the maintenance of business portfolios within the assigned branch.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Enhance Business Banking growth
• Sourcing for new business opportunities, especially in the line of SME's
• Managing Business Banking Portfolio
• Managing client relationships and accounts
• Initial appraisal of facilities
• Providing excellent customer service

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:
• A university degree, preferably in a business-related field from a recognized institution
• 2 years banking experience in Business Banking/Sales or Customer Care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning, organizational and good analytical skills
• A good understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures
• Initiative and self drive
• Experience in business development, sales or client relationship management will be an added advantage

These are demanding roles in return for the effective fulfilment of which the Bank will provide competitive packages for the right 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, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered, your application must be received by 28th September 2008, Only short listed candidates will be contacted.