Head of Sahl Banking at KCB Bank Kenya

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the unit’s business plan including development of strategies, client segmentation and marketing plans.
• Develop, launch and manage the entire Islamic Assets and Liability Products for all corporate, SME and Retail banking segments developed around Market needs, customer perceptions and bank’s requirements
• Develop product and overall policy for Sahl banking and in consultation with the Shariah Advisory Council to ensure continued shariah compliance of products and services of Sahl banking.
• Develop effective risk mitigation strategies whilst ensuring compliance to the Bank’s Policies and Operations Procedures taking into consideration Shari’ah principles
• Manage all media placements of Sahl Banking products in consultation with with Shari’ah Advisory Council to ensure shariah principles are adhered to.
• Train, coach and develop a high performing  Sahl Banking team able to offer customers a broad range of quality Sahl Banking products and services. 
• Assisting training department in conducting product training to all channels
• Communicate the strategic initiatives for the Sahl banking as developed in conjunction with Retail, Markets, Regional and Executive Heads and other stakeholders within the  Group
• Oversee the monitoring of the effectiveness and implementation of strategic initiatives to ensure delivery thereof and implement any corrective measures as and when required
• Review balanced scorecard criteria and assign accountability in the team to measure performance of the business

Academic & Professional

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution.
• Professional Qualification: Shariah Auditor and Advisor
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
• 5 years’ experience in Islamic Banking.
• 3 years’ experience in Banking Operations.
• 2 years’ experience in Bank Lending.