Co-operative Bank of Kenya Jobs August 2012

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment?

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “the Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

Business Process Analyst

The successful person will report to the Head – Business Change Management

Job Summary:

The role-holder will be expected to contribute to the business re-engineering aspects and change by continuously reviewing and appraising bank’s processes, policies, systems and people.

Redesigning of above business aspects to achieve desired level of efficiency within an agreeable risk and control framework.

Main Duties:

• Continuously carry out re-engineering of all processes across the bank as assigned from time to time.
• Work closely with business areas to re-examine their current systems and operations, propose changes or amendments that will improve efficiencies and manage costs.
• Work closely with ICT teams in projects management to ensure timely technical changes execution within set standards.
• Continuously review, guide and improve all operational processes risks and controls.
• Proactively analyze the existing and upcoming regulatory requirements / directives, identify the requisite changes to be effected for compliance.
• Continuously research and integrate best practices into the bank’s project management.
• Assess the effectiveness of human capital, processes, policies and systems with a view of identifying opportunities for improvement through planned business process re-engineering exercises to improve on overall performance.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s of Science degree or any related Technical field from a recognized university
• Good project management and co-ordination skills (relevant course will be an added advantage)
• Prince 2 certification will be an added advantage
• Minimum of three years working experience in a Business change environment in any field
• Excellent ICT skills
• Good execution skills
• Age 35 years and below.

Personal attributes

• Excellent writing, documentation, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet set deadlines
• Ability to manage time and execute desired deliverables with minimal supervision
• Ability to motivate teams and be a team player
• Good negotiation and management skills

Manager, Cost Management

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, Finance & Administration Division, the job-holder will champion management of costs, review various expenditure lines and give alternative ways of doing the same that will be more efficient and optimize costs.

In addition, the incumbent will provide relevant business and industry analysis to assist/evaluate performance of business.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• In-depth analysis of key drivers of costs and identify strategies manage costs
• Undertake site performance analysis and identify areas that need to change
• Drive all cost management initiatives from various business units
• Ensure ROI for all assets/ investment categories are properly defined and enhanced to drive returns for capital investments
• Prepare monthly cost reports and understand causes of variances against envisaged project benefits and propose remedial actions
• Assist project owners in economically evaluating the business benefits of new projects
• Ensure that all Business cases are properly validated on a timely basis
• Manage and track post project implementation to ensure returns as anticipated during project formulation are achieved
• Proactively consider business’ revenue potential, identify any variance and recommend remedial action
• Periodically evaluate the various performance measurement processes and suggest any improvements
• Contribute to the budgeting process and ensure that all Divisions are held accountable for costs/initiatives
• Develop and maintain partnerships with internal management stakeholders

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Commerce and CPA (K)
• MBA /CFA will be an added advantage
• Registered member of a recognized professional body(ies)
• Knowledge in Cost Management structures
• Good Computer skills
• A minimum of four (4) years experience in Cost Management/Business Performance Analysis at a senior level

Personal Attributes & Skills required in undertaking the role

• Good Business knowledge and awareness
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills
• Good Cost management skills
• Strong Financial analytical skills
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication & presentation skills

Application Process

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed curriculum vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 17th August 2012.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Only the successful candidates will be contacted.

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: MCM/3/HRD/2012

Head, Custodial Services

Job Summary
Reporting to the Director Co-operatives Banking Division, the job-holder will be responsible for executing the Custodial Services strategy, enhance business growth, drive initiatives that enhance client relationships and ensure operational efficiency and service delivery.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the Custodial Services Strategy
• Provide leadership, develop and motivate the team members
• Provide consistently high quality sales, marketing and client relationships
• Provide a readily available, service-focused, knowledgeable and experienced point of contact for new and existing customers
• Drive the financial & business growth targets for Custodial Services
• Grow the Bank’s market share in Custodial Services
• Develop and manage Custodial Services strategic partnerships
• Maintain a high level of integrity and ethical standards commensurate with the requirements of market best practice
• Ensure provision of high quality, cost effective service and continuously improve service offerings
• Manage and mitigate risks associated with Custodial Services

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing or related field of study
• Masters degree in a relevant field
• Custody Certification
• Basic knowledge of Accounting/Finance
• Registered member of a recognized professional body
• Knowledge in the Financial Markets
• A minimum of 6 years exposure in the Custodial Services

Personal Attributes & Skills required in undertaking the role

• Experience in people management with excellent leadership attributes
• Good business awareness
• Strong sales, client services & operational focus
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills
• Excellent planning skills
• Excellent communication & presentation skills
• Resilience and self drive
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills

Application Process

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed curriculum vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 17th August 2012.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: HCS/3/HRD/2012

The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd.
P.O. Box 48231-00100
Nairobi