Job Vacancies at KCB Bank Kenya

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: MUST NOT BE MORE THAN 10

• Manage SQL Server and MySQL instances, both in clustered and non-clustered configurations
• Ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security
• Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
• Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement
• Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems
• Prepare documentations and specifications
• Handle common database procedures, such as upgrade, backup, recovery, migration
• Profile server resource usage, optimize and tweak as necessary
• Configure and maintain database servers and processes

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES: NOT MORE THAN 5 OF THE MOST TYPICAL

• Routine production database support functions including and not limited to checking for tablespace free space, fragmentation, checking for nightly / weekly back-up status, checking production databases for critical errors and creating SRs with tech support and follow-up.
• Resolving all database-related issues and working closely with the Development, Project Management and staff
• Ensuring for security, performance monitoring and tuning, capacity planning, and backup and recovery are performed.
• Overseeing backups, replication and failover and running optimally.
• Monitoring Database systems and platforms for availability.

The Person

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

• A bachelor’s degree in IT or other IT/Engineering related
• Professional certification in MS SQL, MySQL Certification will be an added advantage 
• At least 3 years of experience in IT. 
• At least 2 years of experience in MySQL, PostgreSQL and MS SQL database administration
• At least 2 years of experience in Data Warehousing 
• At least 2 years of experience in Banking Operations is desired 

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ecosystem Strategy Development & Execution

• Develop and implement a comprehensive ecosystem banking strategy tailored to the Faith-Based Organizations sector.
• Design tailored financial solutions aligned to the needs of religious institutions, including banking, lending, digital channels, and value chain financing.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

• Establish and grow relationships with FBO leadership, umbrella organizations, religious associations, educational arms, and affiliated enterprises.
• Act as the primary liaison between the bank and FBOs, ensuring strong brand positioning and sector trust.

Growth & Revenue Mobilization

• Drive onboarding of FBO accounts and their affiliated institutions (e.g., schools, hospitals, community groups).
• Expand wallet share through cross-sell of KCB products such as LPO financing, working capital loans, digital payments, school fee collection solutions, and more

Digital & Product Innovation

• Collaborate with product and digital teams to co-create embedded solutions for tithe collections, church member accounts, mobile apps, and SME credit.
• Explore and integrate fintech partnerships to digitize giving, reporting, and community engagement tools for FBOs.

Data-Driven Ecosystem Mapping

• Map and maintain a live database of key FBO value chain actors (suppliers, schools, hospitals, members, affiliated businesses).
• Use data analytics to identify financing gaps and craft targeted sector campaigns.

Internal Alignment & Coordination

• Coordinate with Corporate, Retail, Bancassurance, Mortgage, KCB Foundation and DFS teams for aligned client engagement.
• Champion mirror reporting to ensure fair attribution and cross-unit performance recognition.

Thought Leadership & Advocacy

• Represent KCB in relevant FBO forums, conferences, and sector engagements to grow visibility and impact.
• Provide insights on sector trends, policy shifts, and risks affecting the FBO banking segment.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional 

• Education     Bachelor’s degree    Bachelor’s degree in any relevant area     RQ
• Professional Qualifications    Any relevant field    AA     
• Master’s degree    Any relevant field    AA     

Experience

• Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience Required     6 years

Detail    Minimum No of Years    Need Type[1]

• Sales and business development    6    ES
• Relationship and stakeholder management    6    ES
• Experience in the FBO sector     3    ES
• Management reporting and presentation    3    ES
• Project management    3    DE
• Digital products solutioning     2    DE
• Business (performance) analysis    2    ES
• Financial analysis    2    ES
• Credit/lending     2    DE
• Banking operations    2    DE
   

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy Development & Execution

• Design and implement an ecosystem strategy for NGOs, foundations, and donor-funded projects.
• Translate sector needs into targeted Customer Value Propositions (CVPs), encompassing banking, credit, payments, insurance, and digital channels.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with NGOs, funding partners, UN agencies, government-aligned programs, and implementation partners.
• Engage with procurement officers, grant managers, finance directors, and program leads to provide comprehensive banking solutions.

Ecosystem Structuring & Value Chain Finance

• Map NGO value chains (e.g., implementing partners, suppliers, contractors, field agents).
• Develop and promote financing solutions for:
• NGO contractors and vendors
• Healthcare and education programs
• Relief supply and logistics networks
• Introduce tailored lending models (e.g., program-based credit, LPO financing, guarantee-backed funding).

Product Innovation & Digitization

• Co-develop embedded banking tools for:
• Donor disbursements
• Beneficiary payments
• Mobile-based grant tracking and reporting
• Leverage fintechs to digitize cash transfer programs, field agent payments, and NGO treasury services.

 Internal Coordination & Collaboration

• Work cross-functionally with Corporate, Retail, Micro-Banking, DFS, Treasury, and Bancassurance to deliver aligned solutions.
• Coordinate ecosystem sales enablement and performance reporting across business units.
• Ensure proper revenue attribution and joint scorecard reviews across contributing teams.

Data & Performance Analytics

• Maintain an up-to-date NGO ecosystem database with funding levels, projects, geographies, and transaction volumes.
• Track and analyze ecosystem KPIs including deposits, credit utilization, product penetration, and client engagement.

Thought Leadership & Sector Visibility

• Represent KCB in NGO forums, donor workshops, and sector networks.
• Generate insights on trends in aid financing, humanitarian innovations, and regulatory changes impacting NGOs segment.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional 

• Education     Bachelor’s degree    Bachelor’s degree in any relevant area     RQ
• Professional Qualifications    Any relevant field    AA     
• Master’s degree    Any relevant field    AA     

Experience

• Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience Required     6

Detail    Minimum No of Years    Need Type[1]

• Sales and business development    6    ES
• Relationship and stakeholder management    6    ES
• Experience in the NGO  sector     3    ES
• Management reporting and presentation    3    ES
• Project management    3    DE
• Digital products solutioning     2    DE
• Business (performance) analysis    2    ES
• Financial analysis    2    ES
• Credit/lending     2    DE
• Banking operations    2    DE