Fresh Jobs at Co-operative Bank of Kenya

Roles and Responsibilities

• Managing network infrastructure, servers and system backups.
• Implementing cybersecurity measures to safeguard member data and transactions.
• Overseeing the Sacco’s core banking system, ensuring seamless operation and security.
• Providing technical support to staff and resolving IT-related issues promptly.
• Maintaining and updating Sacco management software for efficiency and compliance.
• Monitoring and improving system performance, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Managing user accounts, access rights and data security policies.
• Coordinating with vendors for hardware, software and IT service maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications & Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field.
• Professional Certifications in Microsoft, Fortinet, CompTIA.
• Be a member of a professional body.
• Experience with Sacco Core Banking Systems.
• Strong understanding of database management (SQL, Oracle, etc.).
• Knowledge of network administration, firewall management and cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with mobile and digital banking integrations.
• Ability to troubleshoot IT issues and provide timely support.
• At least 3–5 years’ experience in IT administration, preferably in a Sacco or financial institution.

Core Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Resourceful.
• Problem-solving and strong negotiation skills.
• High degree of integrity, attention to detail and dependability.
• Leadership skills and competence in ICT.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and process loan applications.
• Conduct comprehensive credit appraisals and assess members’ repayment capacity.
• Verify member eligibility based on deposits, income, guarantors, credit history and other criteria in the credit policy.
• Prepare loan appraisal reports and recommendations for approval.
• Ensure all loan documentation is complete and compliant before disbursement.
• Process approved loans within the agreed turnaround time.
• Ensure compliance with the Sacco Credit Policy, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
• Identify and escalate high-risk loan applications.
• Provide members with accurate information on loan products and repayment terms.
• Maintain complete and accurate loan records.
• Support branch loan growth through member engagement and product promotion.
• Prepare periodic reports on loan processing and portfolio performance.

Minimum Qualifications & Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in credit administration, loan appraisal, or lending within a Sacco, microfinance institution, or commercial bank.
• Sound knowledge of credit appraisal techniques and lending principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Sacco/Core Banking systems.
• Professional qualifications in Credit Management will be an added advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Customer-focused approach with excellent service delivery.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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The Role

Specifically, the successful jobholder will be required to:

• Offer support in alternative investments sourcing, monitoring and reporting across all CISL mandates.
• Create, manage and offer support in reporting for suitable Special Funds for both Retail and Corporate clients.
• Ensure outperformance and compliance across all the Special Funds under CISL Management.
• Actively lead engagements with clients in their alternative investment activities and maximize returns for assets under management through the analysis of alternatives efficiencies and identifying opportunities for improved performance.
• Work closely with various alternative investments service providers and consultants to provide direction and oversight of business plans and asset strategies for alternative investments.
• Create and maintain appropriate alternative investment performance evaluation metrics and reports as well as evaluating the suitability of existing and proposed client investments.
• Provide pre-acquisition input in the due diligence process including review of financial and operating assumptions; model full life cycle financial analysis for each alternative asset from acquisition to disposal; and manage the integration of assets post-investment.
• Lead and drive engagements with relevant regulators and alternative investment professionals for purposes of product design, development and compliance.
• Ensure that all risk management requirements within your remit are addressed and where necessary escalated through the available defined channels.
• Research and give viable proposals to changes in the Alternative investments space in discussion with CIO CISL / respective client Boards.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a Business related field.
• Professional Certification — Must be a registered & practicing member of ICIFA.
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or CAIA will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of Alternative Investments as an Asset Class and Special Funds as an Investment Product.
• Understanding of marketing and customer service principles coupled with knowledge of financial and accounting principles.
• Personal organization and thoroughness coupled with the ability to work under minimum supervision with good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Pro-active in problem solving coupled with the ability to work under own initiative.
• Good attention to detail, an ability to see the bigger picture and a head for figures, margins, budgets, and revenue.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, develop and leverage mutually beneficial relationships.