Head, Learning and Capability Development (Deputy Director), CBK - Institute of Monetary Studies at Central Bank of Kenya

Job Purpose

• Reporting to the Director, Central Bank of Kenya Institute of Monetary Studies ( CBK – IMS) the role will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall implementation of the Institute’s strategic objective of facilitating capacity building for the Central Bank of Kenya and the Financial Sector locally and in the region.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Learning and Capacity Development strategy of the Institute in line with the Bank’s Strategic Plan
• Contribute to the strategic positioning of the Institute as a regional Centre of Excellence in Central Banking and Financial Sector capacity development.
• Identify emerging learning and skills relevant to Central Banking, Financial Stability and Monetary Policy.
• Lead the design and periodic review of the Bank’s Competency Framework and Learning and Capability Development Policy.
• Formulate strategies and objectives to support implementation of training programs for the Bank, Financial Sector and regional Central Banks as part of capacity building initiatives.
• Facilitate capacity building for the Central Bank of Kenya to enable it effectively deliver on its statutory mandate.
• Facilitate capacity building for the Financial Sector to widen the client base and attain the revenue target for the Institute.
• Harness and strengthen international partnerships and collaboration to effectively deliver specialized/technical training programs.
• Secure external accreditation or certification for relevant programmes.

Technical and Operational Responsibilities

• Research relevant trends (Political, Economic, Social etc.) that affect the CBK mandate and the Financial Sector to identify relevant training needs.
• Establish standards, benchmarks, and quality assurance mechanisms for all learning interventions.
• Apply learning evaluation models to measure program effectiveness and impact on institutional performance.
• Design innovative approaches for sharing knowledge and stimulating learning for the Bank and the sector.
• Coordinate the development of an annual training plan including schedules, programs, projects, curriculum and identification of trainers for CBK staff and the Financial Sector to support CBK’s mandate.
• Mentor, coach and mobilize teams to achieve planned financial targets.
• Provide leadership and overall coordination of the Division’s operations.
• Train and coach staff and trainers on training methodologies.
• Organize workshops, seminars, and conferences in response to current topical/emerging issues in the Financial Sector.
• Develop and launch specialized market driven programs.
• Coordinate development of training materials, packs, case studies and training aids.
• Effectively work with the hosted institutions to develop and deliver programs for the benefit of the Bank and the Financial Sector.
• Oversee training of new staff in the Division on work procedures and policies to ensure effective on-boarding and delivery of service.
• Coordinate the activities of the library to meet the training and learning needs of the Institute.

Other Responsibilities

• As may be allocated by the Director and Management from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Business or related Social Sciences.
• Master’s Degree in Education, Business, or related Social Sciences.
• PhD in Business or related Social Science fields from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Professional qualification is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum of Ten (10) years’ experience in training and development or related field with at least three (3) years at senior management level.
• Demonstratable experience in designing and delivering successful training programs with knowledge of trends in emerging core skills and competencies training.
• Experience working in a large organization with diversified Departments is a plus.