The Kenya Institute of Bankers is the “Professional umbrella body” for the Banking and Finance sector in Kenya with a membership of 42 banks and Financial Institutions as corporate members and their employees as individual members. The Institute’s primary responsibility is to uphold the integrity of the Banking profession by promoting Acceptable Banking Standards by certifying professional banking education, training and providing consultancy/counseling, codes of conduct and continuing professional development programs.
We are looking for a
Chief Executive Officer
to join our team.
The role reports to the Council Chairman.
The role will be located at our Head Office in Nairobi.
Job Brief:
You will tasked with providing strategic leadership, drive business growth in a high integrity and ethical environment and ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency of the Institute and coordinate the establishment and maintenance of a strong institutional capacity to provide education/knowledge (professional qualifications) and training for the Banking and Financial Services Industry.
In addition, the Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for promoting membership recruitment for solid and sufficient representation from the banking industry and be responsible for implementing Council resolutions/ policy guidelines and managing the day-to-day affairs of the Institute within established guidelines.
Responsibilities
Develop and recommend to the Council the long term corporate strategy, business plans, policies, procedures and annual operating budgets;
Implement the corporate strategy, budgets and any Council policies and resolutions; to achieve short and long term goals of the Institute.
Coordinate the development of syllabuses, preparation, administration and management of examinations;
Promote the qualifications of KIB nationally, regionally and internationally through effective marketing, communication and other appropriate strategies;
Ensure prudent management of assets and financial resources and accountability through proper monitoring and effective internal control measures;
Provide leadership in the day to day business and ensure a competent, efficient and motivated human capital for enhanced productivity and performance;
Promote an effective risk management culture and ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and policy frameworks;
Coach, mentor and develop the senior management team to ensure excellence in performance and effective succession management;
Foster a corporate culture that promotes sound ethical and good governance practices;
Manage relationships, networks and engagement with key stakeholders;
Enhance the corporate reputation and image of KIB
Key Performance Indicators
1. Customer
Member /stakeholder satisfaction index
Membership and other clients base
2. People /Learning
Competence development
Employee satisfaction index
Optimum staff levels
Talent alignment
3. Internal Processes
Productivity and efficiency standards
Audit rating
Implementation of changes (transformational and incremental)
Automation and digitization levels
Policies and procedures
4. Financial
Income (revenue)
Financial performance ratios
Effective Cost Management
Work Relationships
Direct Reports
Direct reports as per the organization structure
Internal
Chairman and all Council Members
Examinations Board
Consultants, Examiners, Subject Experts & Trainers contracted by the Institute
Direct reports and all staff of the Institute
External
Member banks/financial institutions, Training institutions/ colleges, Universities, professional bodies /Associations, other banking institutes (worldwide)
Central Bank of Kenya
Other Key Stakeholders
Academic & Professional Qualification
Essential
Bachelors and Master’s Degree in Business, Finance and/or Education from a recognized institution
Banking qualifications, ACIB/AKIB.
Desirable
Project Management certification
Corporate Governance certification
Change Management certification
Essential
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a relevant field with at least four (4) years served in a senior management level position;
In-depth knowledge of banking and the trends
Have thorough knowledge and understanding of management of examinations and in particular professional examinations
Ability to establish key partnerships and facilitate, influence, collaborate and establish accountability through all levels of the organization.
Ability to establish and manage structures, processes and standards
Coaching, leading and motivating skills
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under pressure
Innovative and creative
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Strategic thinking and planning: defining and articulating strategy, priorities and imperatives; understand strengths, weakness, opportunities, threats
Demonstrated Leadership capacity and ability to operate at Senior Management Level
Integrity and courage to challenge the status quo for the betterment of the Institute
Desirable
Behavioral Attributes
Relationship building, negotiation, problem-solving and troubleshooting
Credibility – builds & delivers professionalism aimed at bringing value to organization, stakeholders & peers
Skilled influencer- ability to influence & gain necessary commitment & support from stakeholders
Driven to deliver – demonstrates determination, resourcefulness and purpose to deliver the best results for the organization
Collaborative – works effectively & inclusively with a range of people within & outside the organization.
Competencies
Technical
Computer Literacy
Project Management skills
Budgeting
Functional
Strategic leadership to drive transformation and growth
People management skills to nurture and sustain teamwork, trust, and employee satisfaction
Performance management to optimize institutional productivity through employee motivation
Banking laws and regulations
Strategic Planning Budgeting and Planning
Ability to drive change
Project Management
Governance – knowledge and ability to ensure good governance practices in assigned Department
Analytical –highly analytical and ability to challenge status quo based on quantitative facts and impacts
Stakeholder Management
Report writing-ability to develop reports
Job Requirements
Required education
: Post-graduate education
Required relevant work experience
: 7 years
Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
Mandatory attachments
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