Operations Manager in Charge of SMEP DTMS

SMEP Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited, a Christian based MFI regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position:-

Operations Manager in Charge of SMEP DTMS

OP-HQ /2/HRM/2011

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will be charged with the overall responsibility of overseeing the banking activities at our Deposit Taking Microfinance (DTM) branches in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures.

The position is based in Nairobi with travel within the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the DTM branch staff.
  
• Build teams for deposits mobilization and ensure attainment of performance targets
  
• Ensure compliance to the CBK regulatory framework and SMEP DTM policies.
  
• Promote the SMEP DTM’s brand and image.
  
• Manage relationships with the internal and external customers in the area of operation

Minimum Qualifications and competencies

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Finance, Banking, Economics or other business-related field of study.
  
• An MBA or additional professional qualifications in banking or accounting, (CPA(K), or ACCA), and use of T-24 eMerge skills will be an added advantage
  
• 8-10 years experience in banking operations in a supervisory position in a reputable financial institution ( 3-5years of which should have been in a leadership level.)
  
• Demonstrate proficiency in IT tools
  
• A thorough understanding of banking operations procedures relating to Cash, cheques, cards, deposits and loan products
  
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop working teams.
  
• Aged between 30- 40 years

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before Friday, 10th August, 2011.