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  • Posted: Jun 21, 2017
    Deadline: Jul 4, 2017
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    The Higher Education Loans Board, HELB, is the leading financier of higher education in Kenya. It is a State Corporation under the then Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology. HELB was established by an Act of Parliament (Cap 213A) in 1995.The mandate of the Board is to disburse loans, bursaries and scholarship to students pursuing higher educa...
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    Systems Analyst/Developer

    Reporting to Assistant ICT Manager, Business applications; the Systems Analyst/Developer will be responsible for gathering user requirements, analyzing, designing, developing and implementing business applications. Additionally, the Systems Analyst/developer will be responsible for the maintenance of existing solutions as well as innovations for efficiency and enhanced service delivery.

    Roles for the Systems Analyst/Developer Job

    • Gather requirements from business and discuss with users to come up with system specification
    • Develop prototype for required solutions
    • Develop and de-bug applications
    • Develop existing applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification
    • Develop reports and customizations specific to client requirements
    • Optimization of existing solutions
    • Perform tests for the solution developed and conduct User Acceptance Test (UAT) and obtain sign-off for the UAT
    • Conduct training for internal staff and external customer on use of developed applications
    • Develop technical and operational documentation for the applications
    • Ensure safe custody of all applications documentation
    • Keep up to date with the latest technologies.
    • Perform any other duties that may be necessary for the effective management and success of the board

    Systems Analyst/Developer Job Requirements

    • A Degree in BSc Information Systems or its equivalent
    • Microsoft Dynamics AX certification
    • Knowledge in the SSRS reporting framework
    • Knowledge in Microsoft management reporter tool will be an added advantage
    • Accounting / Financial knowledge will be an added advantage
    • At least three (3) years of experience in applications development and database operations
    • Experience with a variety of programming languages and databases
    • Proficiency in Oracle and SQL Server databases
    • Proficiency in SQL scripting
    • Proficiency in X++ programming language
    • Proficiency in Microsoft office suite

    Minimum Requirements

    Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, they must obtain and submit with their application copies of
    clearance certificates from the following organizations:-

    • Kenya Revenue Authority;
    • Higher Education Loans Board;
    • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct);
    • and Credit Reference Bureau.

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    Assistant Manager External Resources

    Assistant Manager External Resources & Student Loans Job Responsibilities

    • Developing and implementing a student loans self-protection management system
    • Managing all underwriting aspects of the student loans self-protection scheme with guidance from the scheme
    • Actuary eg Risk assessment, student loans self-protection deductions computation etc
    • Ensuring student loans self-protection scheme deductions are prudently invested and accounted for as per the self-protection, accounting and investment policy in place.
    • Ensure all claims are adequately reviewed, properly documented, accurately computed, processed on time and properly accounted for.
    • Regularly advice the board on the performance of the student loans self-protection scheme on areas such as claims experience, student loans self-protection deductions adequacy, investment returns, actuarial liability and liquidity of the scheme.
    • Prepare periodic financial and operational reports on performance of external funds and self-protection scheme in line with IFRS and international best practice.

    Requirements for the Assistant Manager External Resources & Student Loans Job

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized university preferably BCom (Insurance Option) or Actuarial Science
    • Accounting qualification such as CPA(K)or ACCA
    • An MBA or Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university will be an added advantage;
    • Experience in Quality Management Systems will be an added advantage.
    • At least 5 years’ experience in administration of a loans insurance scheme, 3 of which should be in at least middle management
    • Proven experience in life insurance and investment accounting
    • Experience in running an in-house Loans self-protection Scheme will be an added advantage
    • Experience in resource mobilization/ Fund raising will be an added advantage.
    • Working experience in an ERP environment preferably Microsoft Dynamics AX system

    Minimum Requirements

    Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, they must obtain and submit with their application copies of
    clearance certificates from the following organizations:-

    • Kenya Revenue Authority;
    • Higher Education Loans Board;
    • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct);
    • and Credit Reference Bureau.

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    Head of Debt Management

    Reporting to the Chief Operations 0fficer, the Head of Debt Management will manage a mature loan portfolio in excess of KES 40B by ensuring timely recovery of all loans. The successful candidate will lead a highly professional team to create partnerships with key stakeholders both locally and internationally with view to enhance loan recovery.

    The successful candidate will oversee the implementation of the departmental strategies by aligning them with the Institutional 2013 – 2018 strategic plan and the annual performance plans.

    To support business the successful candidate shall ensure proper coordination, planning, organisation and effective loan repayment & recovery controls to manage Portfolio at Risk (PAR) to within the Board’s tolerance limits.

    Working closely with the Customer Experience Manager the successful candidate shall be expected to provide first class customer experience; and ensure management of enterprise risk management in compliance with Board’s policies and procedures.

    Head of Debt Management Job Requirements

    • A holder of a business related degree from a recognized university;
    • An MBA or Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university;
    • Knowledge of higher education environment in Kenya and the region;
    • Ten(10) years’ experience in successful credit management with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience at senior management level in a reputable organization; and
    • Experience in quality management systems.
    • Personal integrity;
    • Possession of networking skills;
    • Committed team player with strong managerial skills;
    • Highly analytical and organizational skills;
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and
    • Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.

    Minimum Requirements

    Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, they must obtain and submit with their application copies of
    clearance certificates from the following organizations:-

    • Kenya Revenue Authority;
    • Higher Education Loans Board;
    • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct);
    • and Credit Reference Bureau.

    Method of Application

    If you believe, you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please send your application, detailed CV, relevant copies of testimonials certificates, your date time contact, and contacts of three referees, to reach the office of Chief Executive Officer on the contact below and not later than 4th July 2017.

    Chief Executive Officer & Board Secretary Higher Education Loans Board P.O. Box 69489-00400 NAIROBI. OR Email Address: recruitment@helb.co.ke

    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. HELB is an equal opportunity employer

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