Kenya Bankers Association is the umbrella body of the Banking industry in Kenya, whose membership is drawn from all commercial
banks in Kenya. In striving to achieve its mission ‘Committed to building a Strong and Respected Banking Industry through dynamic
leadership’, the Association is looking to recruit a Research and Advocacy Officer.
leadership’, the Association is looking to recruit a Research and Advocacy Officer.
The Role:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate is expected to:
Undertake market trend analysis in the industry and provide opinion to the Executive Council
Undertake economic & business intelligence. This will involve analyzing the economic trends and indicators and assessing the likely impact on the banking sector and therefore proactively proposing to the Council necessary measures to put in place
On behalf of the Council and banking sector, play advocacy role with government bodies like the Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya Revenue Authority, Retirements Benefits Authority and other stakeholders to lobby for the industry's interests
Attend forums that may be of relevance to banking sector in Kenya, migrate best practices and advise on future developments of the sector
Develop and deliver the Association's advocacy and lobbying agenda
Develop evidence-based advocacy messages and/or materials for the membership
Policy tracking and analysis to support advocacy.
Organize dissemination of research products and advocacy events
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate is expected to:
Undertake market trend analysis in the industry and provide opinion to the Executive Council
Undertake economic & business intelligence. This will involve analyzing the economic trends and indicators and assessing the likely impact on the banking sector and therefore proactively proposing to the Council necessary measures to put in place
On behalf of the Council and banking sector, play advocacy role with government bodies like the Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya Revenue Authority, Retirements Benefits Authority and other stakeholders to lobby for the industry's interests
Attend forums that may be of relevance to banking sector in Kenya, migrate best practices and advise on future developments of the sector
Develop and deliver the Association's advocacy and lobbying agenda
Develop evidence-based advocacy messages and/or materials for the membership
Policy tracking and analysis to support advocacy.
Organize dissemination of research products and advocacy events
The Requirements
The Research and Advocacy role is a senior management post in the Association and requires a person with the following qualifications:
A degree in Economics, Statistics, Commerce or related financial discipline
At least five years working experience in a management post in banking environment
A Good understanding of economic and Business/finance environment
Professional /Experience in Research Management
Strong Analytical Skills
Project Management skills
Coordination skills
Good negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills
Leadership skills able to influence others
Good Understanding of industrial and Commercial Law
Excellent Presentation skills
At least five years working experience in a management post in banking environment
A Good understanding of economic and Business/finance environment
Professional /Experience in Research Management
Strong Analytical Skills
Project Management skills
Coordination skills
Good negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills
Leadership skills able to influence others
Good Understanding of industrial and Commercial Law
Excellent Presentation skills
The Person:
The ideal candidate will be at least 35 years of age, with strong Networking and social mobilization skills who stays informed about
industry practices and professional/technical developments and keeps abreast of market changes, public policy developments and competitor activity.
The Role requires a person who is a self-starter, works with minimum supervision and able to scan the market continuously, understanding
the impact of global events, applying a strategic perspective to local markets, and views markets with a global mindset as well as Creating a climate that encourages and fosters collaboration within the Industry.
Interested Candidates are invited to send their applications stating full details of their current position, remuneration as well as a detailed Curriculum Vitae with referees to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Bankers Association,
P. O. Box 73100-00200, Nairobi, Kenya
7th Floor Trans-National Plaza,
Mama Ngina Street
Or send the same by email : Recruit@kba.co.ke
Mama Ngina Street
Or send the same by email : Recruit@kba.co.ke
Deadline : 31/03/2011
