Embu Teachers Sacco Jobs in Kenya

Embu Teachers Sacco Ltd is a leading licensed Sacco with operations in central eastern region. As part of its growth strategy, the Sacco is seeking qualified persons to fill in the following vacancies;

Micro Credit Officer 

(2 Positions)

The successful candidate shall be engaged on a renewable 3 years contract subject to performance.

Job summary

The role holder will be originating quality loans/group & or individuals, market for new micro credit business, loan appraisal and disbursement, group formation and training, ensure customer care and maintenance of portfolio quality.

Main duties;

• Originating quality loans/group models
• Market for new micro business, receive potential clients and conduct an initial assessment
• Schedule interviews at clients business and residence to gather necessary information
• Loan appraisal and completion of all the required forms associated with the appraisal.
• Training of all Micro credit customers on the Sacco lending culture and requirements.
• Maintain quality portfolio by aggressively follow up accounts in arrears as specified and do regular call visits to all borrowing clients

Qualifications:

Appointment to the position will be made from persons who:

• A diploma in micro finance, Co-operative Management or Banking
• At least two (2) years of practical experience in related fields
• Knowledge of the micro-finance industry trends and practices
• Good marketing and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to relate well with customers
• High integrity and strong ethical standards
• Knowledge of local languages (Embu, Mbeere, Kamba) and geographical terrain desirable

Marketing Officer  

(2 Positions)

The successful candidate shall be engaged on a renewable 3 years contract subject to performance.

Job summary

The role holder will be charged with marketing the society products and services, building and maintenance of client relationships, gathering market information as well as providing efficient customer care

Main duties;

• Maintaining relationships with existing customers and developing more relationships;
• Contacts between the SACCO and its existing and potential markets;
• Marketing of SACCO products and services;
• Gathering market and customer information;
• Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing and taking part in special promotions and activities;
• To ensure efficient and effective customer care;
• Gaining a clear understanding of customers’ businesses and requirements; and
• Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

Appointment to the position will be made from persons who:

• Have a Diploma in Marketing or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Co-operative Management will be an added advantage.
• At least three (3) years of experience in a related field; and
• Have good communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to relate well with customers
• High integrity and strong ethical standards

System Administrator

Job summary

The holder of the job will be charged with supporting and maintaining servers and other computer systems, as well as being the consultant for computer problems beyond the knowledge of technical support staff.

• He/she will be responsible for data security by ensuring that backups are taken on daily/weekly/monthly.
• Analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems.
• In close consultation with the IT Manager, he/she will be responsible for ensuring that all staff is properly trained on application of the software in use.
• He/she will be responsible for maintenance of ICT equipment including but not limited to the server, computers, online printers etc.
• Trouble shooting any reported problems.
• Adding, removing, or updating user accounts information and resetting passwords
• Applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
• Any other duties as may be assigned to you by the management.

Qualifications:

Appointment to the position will be made from a person who:

• Has a Diploma in information technology/computer science from a recognized institution;
• Has two (2) years of experience in a related field; and
• Able to quickly think and provide solutions
• Has good communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to relate well with team mates
• High integrity and strong ethical standards

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application with CV and other testimonials via email to
co-opconsultancy@co-opbank.co.ke not later than 7th August 2012.

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject heading of your email.