Job Vacancies at Cytonn Investments - 4 Positions

Reporting to the Head of Academic Affairs, the Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and providing academic leadership in the department,
• In consultation with other Head of Departments, harmonize departmental academic timetable,
• Receiving and approving the lecturers’ schemes of work,
• Receiving and analyzing records of work,
• Supervising the curriculum implementation,
• Ensuring that the department is well staffed,
• Monitoring and tracking of new students’ enrollment,
• Supervising the administration of examinations,
• Analyzing examination results and performance,
• Tracking the academic performance for students,
• Effective management of all staff in the department,
• Holding and minuting regular departmental meetings,
• Taking part in the recruitment, selection and orientation of new staff for the department,
• Organizing the relevant field academic trips for students,
• Lecturing in respective areas of specialization, and,
• Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time.

Requirements

• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in either of the disciplines outlined above or other relevant courses,with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent
• Possession of a Master’s degree in relevant disciplines will be an added advantage,
• Must have 4+ years of teaching knowledge and experience, in a distinguished college. Experience as a Head of Department is an added advantage,
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the Ministry of Education’s and TVETA’s college guiding policy,
• Should have outstanding presentation, teaching, interviewing, problem analysis and listening skills,
• Should demonstrate the ability to grow, support and develop young talents,
• Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word,
• Ability to probe for, analyze and synthesize information, as well as express ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing,
• Ability to make quick yet sound decisions,
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and be persistent, and,
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, self-driven attitude towards work, and commitment to the mission of the institutions.
• Possess a minimum of B+ in KCSE or its equivalent

Learning Opportunities

The Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments

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JOB Details:

Job Type: Internship

Closing Date: January 13th, 2018

Responsibilities

• Conducting fundamental company & investment opportunity research and analysis, in Real Estate, Private Equity, Structured Products, Equities & Fixed Income
• Financial modelling and data analysis
• Analysing historical and projected financial statements & investment data
• Authoring original investments research
• Preparing written reports and verbal presentations
• Conducting country, industry and capital markets research
• Participating in the evaluation, formulation and implementation of investment strategies
• Contributing in investment meetings and review sessions
• Conduct industry and customer analyses on behalf of the Investment and business development teams
• Work with clients to develop a financial plan as the basis of providing sound financial advice
• Prepare the relevant presentations for events
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures
• Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time

Requirements

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent
• Minimum of a B+ in KCSE or equivalent
• Sufficient progress towards professional qualifications in finance/investments e.g. CIFA/CFA or be a registered student and actively pursuing the CFA, CIFA, CPA or CAIA qualifications
• Excellent analytical skills and quantitative ability
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with great accuracy, organization, attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to completion with minimal directions
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and distill the most important takeaways to guide next steps

Learning Opportunities

Successful candidates will:

• Conduct fundamental company & investment opportunity research and analysis, in Real Estate, Private Equity, Structured Products, Equities & Fixed Income
• Financial modeling and data analysis
• Analyse historical and projected financial statements & investment data
• Author original investments research
• Prepare written reports and verbal presentations
• Conduct country, industry, and capital markets research
• Participate in the evaluation, formulation, and implementation of investment strategies
• Contribute in investment meetings and review sessions
• Conduct industry and customer analyses on behalf of the Investment and business development teams
• Prepare the relevant presentations for events
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures

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Job Details:

Closing Date: January 13th, 2018

Responsibilities

• Performing investment analysis through financial models on the opportunities available for Cytonn Residences either through development, acquisitions or partnerships and informing stakeholders on their financial feasibility;
• Keeping detailed knowledge about the Kenyan hospitality sector up to date;
• Developing financial models for Cytonn Residences and presenting them to investment committee for approval;
• Developing and following through on work plans towards the actualisation of investment opportunities for Cytonn Residences that have been approved for implementation by the Board;
• Performing continuous and timely updates to the stakeholders of Cytonn Residences on the progress on the opportunities available for Cytonn Residences either through development, acquisition or partnerships;
• Performing continuous research in the hospitality sector and prepare reports to stakeholders to ensure that Cytonn’s investment decision and expansion plans in the sector are data driven;
• Undertaking research on the hospitality sector in Kenya and the region and identifying the opportunities available for investment by Cytonn Hospitality;
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2nd Class, Upper Division is required; and a minimum of B+ in    KCSE;
• Having worked in an investment management environment with experience in creating financial models related to hospitality is an added advantage;
• Should demonstrate experience in hospitality financial modelling, planning and analysis;
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational/administration skills and an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and in a professional manner;
• Should be flexible and able to multi-task; can work within a multi-cultural, fast-moving environment, while demonstrating resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people/systems;
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to learn quickly and manage workload, work effectively under pressure i. demanding environment,
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and be persistent;
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a bias to a sense of urgency.

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Job Details:

Closing Date: January 15th, 2018

Reporting to the Hospitality Associate in charge or Operations, the Operations Analyst - Hospitality has the responsibility for continually and accurately generating research reports, investments analysis and recommendations to the investment management committee for the purpose of decision-making. The individual is responsible for the development and/or execution of systems, processes, and procedures that enable the efficient and effective delivery of results in portfolio companies, in order for the investment to achieve its return. The individual is also responsible, from time to time, to perform other analytical work as may be assigned to by the Head of Private Equity. 

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and undertaking research on the hospitality sector in Kenya and the region and identifying the opportunities available for investment by Cytonn Hospitality;
• Performing investment analysis through financial models on the opportunities available for Cytonn Residences either through development, acquisitions or partnerships and informing stakeholders on their financial feasibility;
• Keeping detailed knowledge about the Kenyan hospitality sector up to date;
• Developing financial models for Cytonn Residences and presenting them to investment committee for approval;
• Monitoring and analyzing hospitality operations, tracking KPIs, conducting top-down industry research and developing suggestions to improving company competitive strategy and operations;
• Developing and following through on work plans towards the actualisation of investment opportunities for Cytonn Residences that have been approved for implementation by the Board;
• Performing continuous and timely updates to the stakeholders of Cytonn Residences on the progress on the opportunities available for Cytonn Residences either through development, acquisition or partnerships;
• Performing continuous research in the hospitality sector and prepare reports to stakeholders to ensure that Cytonn’s investment decision and expansion plans in the sector are data driven;
• Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2nd Class, Upper Division is required; and a minimum of B+ in KCSE;
• 2 years’ minimum experience in hospitality management and/or operation, with a proven track record;
• Must demonstrate strong skills in: organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning;
• Should demonstrate experience in hospitality financial modelling, planning and analysis;
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational/administration skills and an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and in a professional manner;
• Should be comfortable to work in a fast-growing and evolving organization that seeks to expand in the hospitality sector;
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to learn quickly and manage workload, work effectively under pressure i. demanding environment,