KCB Jobs

Business Productivity Engineer – Sharepoint

Job Ref I.T 04/2013

The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager Business Productivity, the job holder will be responsible for deploying and supporting Microsoft SharePoint in KCB Bank Group in keeping with its current business needs which include the design, deployment and support of KCB Bank Group SharePoint platform and integration to other Microsoft products (Lync Server, Exchange and Office365)

Key Responsibilities
·                     Support of MS Lyncs to enhance internal communication.
·                     Support systems that provide the tools for automating documentation and work practices
·                     Research and make positive advocacy on the adoption of new innovative technologies.
·                     Discover, design and implement Advanced SharePoint solutions for clients.
·                     Manage SharePoint implementations from initial installation to maintenance and further custom design.
·                     Participate closely with other teams in SharePoint deployment projects
·                     Monitor user activity on key Microsoft SharePoint to ensure high availability of service
·                     Ensure all faults/incidents are resolved within agreed SLAs and escalate faults/incidents to other Managers in IT department based on nature of problem.
·                     Implement and support integration of Microsoft SharePoint Server to MS Lync Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server, and Office365.
The Person
·                     Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems or related field
·                     Have one or more of the following certifications: MCTS, MCITP
·                     Minimum of 2-3 years of solid technical experience in delivering solutions i.e. Collaboration and Portal Solutions
·                     Have extensive knowledge and experience in implementing and supporting MS SharePoint 2010/2013 environment.
·                     Candidates must have been in a technical role for helping to implement solutions with >500 seats or similar complexity.
·                     Have thorough knowledge and implementation of MS SharePoint 2010/2013 on Virtual environment or any other virtual platform such as hyper-V will be an added advantage.
·                     Knowledge and deep experience with Lync Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server and Lync, Office365 and internet Web technologies will be an added advantage.
·                     Strong problem solving skills
·                     Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Head of Finance

KCB Burundi

Job Ref: BUR 01/2013

The Position

Reporting to the Managing Director, the position is responsible for ensuring that proper accounts and records of the Bank’s Assets, Liabilities, Operations and Transactions are maintained and that statutory objectives in this regard are discharged.

Key Responsibilities
·                     Preparation of monthly management accounts and reports for executive committee and Board Business Committee.
·                     Revenue and cost management by ensuring maximum returns on loan-able funds, improve generation and collection of non-Interest based revenue and ensure value for money for costs incurred.
·                     Budgeting and planning for the Bank.
·                     Budget-implementation and control by managing all costs within the budget.
·                     Financial management and reporting by ensuring a timely preparation and submission of financial management reports.
·                     Overseeing and running accounts payables ensure authorization and validation of all the invoices before payment.
·                     Managing the General Ledger, Fixed Assets register for the whole bank and review and /or reconcile all the banks accounts.
·                     Compliance and governance by timely submission of statutory financial reports.
·                     Coordinate the External audit, internal audit and BRB audit and ensure these are completed in a timely manner.
The Person

For the above position the successful applicant should have;
·                     A university degree in Finance or Accounting.
·                     Possession of a post graduate degree or professional qualification in a related field e.g. ACCA,CPA e.t.c
·                     At least 5 years’ experience in Financial Management 2 of which must be in a management position.
·                     Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 7 IFRS standards.
·                     Knowledge of statutory regulations and Taxation policies.
·                     Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
·                     Strong Analytical skills.
·                     Strong communication, networking and interpersonal skills.
·                     Leadership and People Management Skills.

Assistant Manager - Events & Sponsorships

Job Ref RCA 01/2013

The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Stakeholders Relations, this role is responsible for driving business growth and to improve the Corporate Image through; Corporate events, Exhibitions, KCB Foundation activities, and Sponsorships in the business.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning -
·                     Plan for and execute all KCB Corporate events (launches, media briefings, Tea breaks, Investors briefings, Regional Business forums) and sponsorships.
·                     Plan on how to sponsor various events or sponsorships and ensuring that they are well executed and the brand interacts with the targeted consumers.
2. Relationships Management –
·                     Liaise with Procurement to ensure correct specification of supplies and suppliers sourcing in accordance with the budget and business needs while maximizing savings through effective negotiations with service providers.
·                     Liaise with the various brand managers on their upcoming events and offer them the required support in relation to the event management and preparations whilst holding regular meetings with the Events agency to ensure smooth running of the events.
3. Co-ordination –
·                     Effective co-ordination of all KCB Foundation activities and ensuring the set-ups done.
·                     Manage all logistical requirements for corporate events and sponsorships.
·                     Co-ordinating distribution of relevant merchandise for sponsored events.
4. Sales team linkage - Work closely with regional sales teams and branches to ensure sales activations during the events and sponsorship functions, to ensure business value out of corporate events and sponsorship.

5. Budget management –
·                     Receive and verifying the quotations obtained from the various suppliers to get competitive rates and ensure that they are within the budgets.
·                     Monitor budget expenditure and ensure timely preparation of invoices, LPO’s, payments and prepare regular updates for review with the line manager. By year end, ensure that a close out position that does not adversely impact the Division is attained.
The Person
·                     A University degree preferably in a business related discipline.
·                     Possession of a professional Public Relations qualification.
·                     Must have at least 3 years’ experience in General banking, and 1 of which must be in a public relations role.
·                     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
·                     Effective Planning, organizing, and problem solving skills
·                     Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
·                     Initiative, self-drive and open minded
·                     Attention to detail
·                     Team Player
The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 04th May 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.