Portfolio Officers at Central Bank of Kenya

Support the efficient analysis and execution of portfolio transactions, consistent with domestic debt management policy and strategy including Central Depository System (CDS) portfolio management, issuance of new instruments and innovations in the financial markets operations.

1. Participate in the management of domestic debt operations including auctions, subscriptions, etc.; organizing distribution channels and issuance procedures; development of arrangements for intervention and contacts with markets; and management of national outstanding domestic debt portfolio.
2. Assist in the establishing and development of a deep and liquid bond market
3. Participate in the development of the supply of domestic debt instruments for the establishment of an efficient primary market, creating efficient channels for the distribution of securities, progressively extending the maturity profile of national debt instruments and consolidating the number of debt issues, among others.

1. Minimum: Upper Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in Banking, Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Communications or related areas.
2. Professional qualifications in Banking, Accounting, Corporate Communications or related disciplines will be an added advantage.
3. One to two (2) years’ experience in financial analysis, investment, portfolio management, banking, customer relations, marketing and/or any other relevant area will be necessary.

1. Knowledge of product design and marketing
2. Ability to manage and relate to varied stakeholders
3. Knowledge and understanding of the various stages involved in debt management.
4. Excellent communication, analytical, planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to think strategically with creative problem solving skills.