Job Description

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Reporting to: Regional Manager- Retail Banking

Job Purpose:

To lead the branch team and in particular drive and deliver excellent business performance through powerful leadership of the Branch ensuring optimum productivity, operation efficiency and outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Business growth and development as per KPIs on BSC


• Assess local market conditions identify current and prospective sales opportunities and develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans for the branch


• Develop and implement branch strategy and sales plans to ensure achievement of branch targets


• Communicate effectively with other branches and senior managers by sharing information on effective practices competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs


• Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly and promote a world class customer service culture

CREDIT MANAGEMENT

• Cooperate fully with the credit Department in extending and enforcing credit policy


• Credit Risk monitoring and control of credit portfolio


• Ensure credit management and credit operations at the branch is fully compliant to the Bank Credit Policy and procedures

OPERATIONS AND CONTROL

• Ensure proper due diligence on KYC is conducted on all customer accounts to effectively manage AML/CFT risks at the branch level


• Ensure total adherence to control and Risk Policies and procedures by all staff in the branch


• Ensure all audit issues are addressed promptly


• Operation Risk Management and control


• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the branch operations to ensure that policies are being adhered to and that goals are being attained at all times


• Ensure the safekeeping of Branch assets including structures, equipment, inventory and cash.


• Review all branch reports and ensure action is taken for any exceptions identified


• Financial analysis i.e. ratios and other measurement tools to manage branch revenue, operating costs and profitability.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of all branch staff, prepare performance appraisals and recommend and/or initiate corrective action where necessary to improve performance and/or attaining established personal and organizational goals


• In collaboration with the HR Department, develop and implement a succession planning program for the branch to facilitate continuity and availability of required skills and competencies to meet the needs of the branch.


• Provide leadership and guidance to the branch team through effective planning, communication, training, mentoring and coaching.


• Effective resource management and ensuring safety of staff at all times


• Ensure achievement of the branch performance objectives.


• Leading by example, ensure adherence to integrity and high ethical standards by all staff in the branch


• Participate actively in community business and industry organizations to build a network of contracts that improve the presence and reputation of the branch and bank in the local area


• Establish and maintain a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment and commitment to the department’s and the Bank’s goals.


• Any other official duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by management.

The Person:

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelors degree in Commerce/Business, Accounts or related field.


• Professional banking qualifications or CPA (K) qualifications is a plus.


• Have a minimum of six (6) years’ experience in banking 2 of which must be at branch management level in the banking sector with proven result track record.


• AMC/CFT training/knowledge.

Competencies

• Understand the Banking Act and Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) clearing procedures and general laws related to Banking; high levels of professionalism and professional development.


• Good Knowledge of CBK Prudential Guidelines


• Management and leadership ability: Have excellent interpersonal and people management skills.


• Computer skills: Adept in use of Ms Word, Excel, Access, power-point, Internet and email.

Personal Attributes

• Personality: results oriented with excellent communication and social skills. A forward planner with clear focus, mature, reliable, hard working and able to work without supervision.


• Honest and with high integrity.

How To Apply

ALL applicants MUST apply online to the email; recruitment@familybank.co.ke; closing date is 24th January 2020. Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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