Branch Manager, Sahl Banking at KCB Bank Kenya

The Position:

Reporting to the Regional Business Manager, the Branch Manager will be responsible for the overall leadership of the branch to achieve Sahl and conventional Banking growth and profitability, customer service excellence whilst ensuring implementation of an effective risk management framework through efficient utilization of resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the principal point of contact for the bank’s relationship with a designation portfolio of high net worth customers.
• Achieve profitability targets through revenue maximization and prudent cost management.
• Grow Shari'ah compliant products and cross sales other basket products as per targets.
• Ensure proper documentation and administration of Shari'ah compliant portfolios, managing PAR as per set targets.
• Grow and monitor branch’s liability and asset portfolios to achieve business targets;
• Grow the customer base, ensure retention of existing customers through high level of customer satisfaction.
• Overall management of the branch through efficient utilization of resources.
• Delivery of excellent customer service through maintenance of high service standards.
• Ensure compliance to Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework.
• Motivate, coach and develop a high performing team.

Job Requirements:

For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

• A University Degree in business related field from a reputable and CHE recognized institution. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Certification in Islamic Banking
• At least 8 years’ experience in general banking; 4 years of which should have been Branch Management and must have:
• Experience in Sales, Personal/Business and especially Shari'ah compliant products.
• Experience Credit Analysis and administration.
• Experience in Bank operations covering Cash Management, Clearing, Accounts and Administration.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the banking Industry.
• Excellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations
• A good understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures.
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competences in championing high performance management
• Excellent planning, organization, problem solving and analytical skills.

The above position is a demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.

To be considered your application must be received by Monday, 1st October, 2018.

Qualified candidates with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.