Prime Bank Vacancies and Careers in Kenya

Prime Bank, a steadily growing commercial bank, is offering long term career opportunities to dynamic, result oriented and self-driven individuals.

We invite applications for the following positions:

Relationship Manager

Ref: BD/01/2012    

Key responsibilities:

• Identifying eligible customers through networking on an on-going basis.
• Conducting sustained communication with all eligible customers to initiate them in to using the Bank’s products and services.
• Selling the Bank’s products to all eligible customers with a view to deepen relationships and increase customer revenue.
• Increasing the number of banking customers through an acquisition strategy of new customers and upgrading existing customers who have the potential to grow.

Requirements:

Qualification and Experience

• A degree from a recognized university.
• At least 4 yrs line experience in banking relationship management.

Personal skills/attributes:

• Knowledge in banking operations.
• Good coordination, marketing and communication skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.

Assistant Manager – Branch Operations

Ref: OPS/01/2012    

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Branch Head in the Management of the branch in its entirety.
• Oversee efficient execution of daily branch operations.
• Ensure quick turn around time on service delivery.
• Enhance customer service.
• Motivate staff and build a strong team in the Branch.
• Ensure all set procedures and controls are followed at all times.

Requirements:
Qualifications and experience

• A degree in any related discipline.
• Over 5 years experience in a large Bank as a senior officer in charge of operations

Personal Skills / Attributes

• Should have thorough knowledge of banking operations.
• Should be honest and of unquestioned integrity.
• Should possess good interpersonal skills.
• Should be attentive to detail.

Branch Operations - Officers

Ref: OPS/02/2012    

Checking, authorizing and confirming all entries in accordance with the laid down procedures.
 

Requirements:

Qualification and experience

• A Degree in any related discipline.
• Up to 5yrs banking experience as an officer.

Personal Skills / Attributes

• Should have thorough knowledge of banking operations.
• Should be honest and of unquestioned integrity.
• Should possess good interpersonal skills.
• Should be attentive to detail.

IT Officer

Ref: IT/01/2012    
 

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining network and network equipments; network monitoring, and trouble shooting, adding network equipments to network, liaison with telecom service provider; ensuring maximum uptime of network.
• Database administration preferably in Oracle, Maintaining the database; Report generation.
• Maintenance, monitoring and management of software and hardware etc. Applying patch, drive IT projects assigned such as Core Banking Solutions, Networking, SWIFT/RTGS,ATM etc.
• Liaise with vendors on all other party application issues.
• Managing Backups and DR sites.

Requirements:

Qualification and Experience

• Applicants should be Kenyan citizens.
• Candidate must possess at least a Degree in Electronics & Tele-Communication/ Electronics & Communication/Computer Science/ Information Technology from a recognized University/ Institution.
• Preference will be given to candidates having certification in CISA/ CISM/ CISCO/ OCA/ OCP/ CCNA/ ITIL.
• Experience in configuring network devices and implementing network solutions, security protocols, interfaces etc., should have sound knowledge of LAN/WAN and virtual private network, switches, routers etc.
• Work experience in Bank / Financial Institutions shall be preferred.
• Candidate without experience however possessing educational qualification and excellent problem solving/ analytical skills can also be considered.

Post Qualification Experience

• Proficiency in any two or more Operating Systems such as UNIX, WINDOWS 2003/2008.
• RDBMS with emphasis on Oracle, SQL Server 2005/2008.
• Knowledge of JAVA/ C++/ COBOL/ VISUAL BASIC/STUDIO/ .NET.
• MS Exchange and Active Directory Implementation and maintenance.
• NETWORK and Communication.

Personal skills/attributes.

• Knowledge in banking operations.
• Good coordination, conceptualizing and analytic skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good time management skills.
• Applicants must be willing to work in odd hours.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• Pro-active and willing to learn and follow up on problems till they are resolve.

Candidates who meet the prescribed criteria may submit their detailed CV in softcopy to hr@primebank.co.ke or upload their CV Here

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Chemonics International Jobs in Kenya June 2012

Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, is seeking professionals for an anticipated USAID - funded biodiversity conservation, natural resources management, water, and climate change project in East Africa. 

The Planning for Resilience in East Africa through Policy, Adaptation, Research, and Economic Development (PREPARED) will be a five-year activity that will strengthen the resiliency and sustainability of East Africa economies, trans-boundary freshwater ecosystems, and communities. 

We are looking for individuals who can advise on climate change stressors that impact biodiversity and water sectors, improved science based technical capacity, policy leadership, and integrated adaptive strategies.

We are seeking specialists in the following areas:

• Climate change

• Water, sanitation, and hygiene

• Natural resource management

• Biodiversity conservation

• Freshwater resources

• Policy leadership

• Science based technical capacity

• Food security

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in natural resource management, environment studies or related field
• 5+ years experience working on climate change and/or natural resource management activities in East Africa
• Experience with USAID highly preferred
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English are required.

Application Instructions:
 

Send CV and cover letter to PreparedKenya@gmail.com by July 10, 2012.

No telephone inquiries, please; finalists will be contacted.

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Management Job in Kenya at British - American

British- American is a leading financial services group with a global presence. 

Our vision is to be the most trusted financial services company. 

We seek to offer superior insurance, investment advisory and asset management services to individuals, business organizations and non-governmental organizations. 

In pursuit of our growth strategy and to strengthen the leadership team we are seeking to fill the following position with an individual who is proactive, self driven and who can apply their knowledge, skills, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.

Business Planning and Analysis Manager

Reporting to the Group Managing Director, the job holder will be responsible for overseeing and organizing the business planning processes and coordinating the planning and implementation of the strategic business plans and initiatives to drive the company's strategic growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse the outcome of strategies to drive revenue growth and increasing customer acquisition by use of existing products and up-take of new products;
• Work with senior management to develop performance measurement and management guidelines and templates to assist in strategy formulation, monitoring and reviewing performance;
• Work with senior management to increase organizational performance capabilities by championing proper understanding and appreciation of strategy implementation concepts and principles;
• Apply the latest and best in practice tools in planning performance outcomes, managing, measuring and reviewing performance as an integral part of strategy execution;
• Ensure the business is aligned to future strategic growth opportunities through timely provision of management information and business intelligence;
• Participate in preparing and managing the forecasting process ( 12 months rolling) to ensure appropriate targets are set, periodically reviewed and all parameters considered;
• Monitor performance against set strategic targets, make performance commentaries, follow up on exceptions and ensure corrective measures are taken up;
• Constantly review business processes and interact with management to provide consultative support to planning initiatives;
• Develop execution strategies for the various strategic initiatives to ensure high level buy-in from senior management and commitment from all British-American Staff
• Consolidate and provide periodic reports to Group Managing Director.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelors degree in a business related field;
• An MBA or Strategic Management experience will be an added advantage;
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar environment, preferably within Financial Services, 3 of which should be at a management level;
• Professional certification;
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment;
• Goal-oriented with good verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent working knowledge of office productivity tools (Microsoft office, etc).

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate. 

In-house training and a professional office environment will also be offered. 

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity please submit your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names, contacts and e-mail address of 3 referees to hr@british-american.co.ke. 

Hard copies will not be accepted. 

Applications should be received not later than 15th June 2012.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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