Tuesday, August 7, 2012

COOPERATIVE BANK HEAD OF DIASPORA BANKING VACANCY

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment? The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “the Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

Head - Diaspora Banking 
Job Summary: 
Reporting to the Director Co-operatives Banking Division, the job-holder will be responsible for executing the Diaspora Banking strategy, driving initiatives that enhance Customer and Agent recruitment, performance, loyalty and engagement at the same time ensuring operational efficiency and service delivery.


Key Duties and Responsibilities 
Drive strategic focus by developing the overall sales & operational strategy in relation to Diaspora Banking
Position the Bank as the key Diaspora Bank through Agent/Client relationship and marketing Provide leadership, develop and motivate the team members
Ensure that the product and service offerings to Diaspora Client & Agents meet their unique expectations
Drive the financial & business growth targets for Diaspora Banking Grow the Bank’s market share in the chosen Diaspora segments
Develop and manage Diaspora Banking strategic partnerships
Manage and mitigate risks associated with this market segment

Minimum Requirements 
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing or related field of study
Master’s degree in a relevant field
Marketing Qualifications
Registered member of a recognized professional body
A minimum of 4 years exposure in the Diaspora

Personal Attributes & Skills required in undertaking the role
Experience in people management with excellent leadership attributes
Good business awareness
Strong customer focus
 Strong analytical &
problem solving skills
Excellent planning skills
Excellent communication &
presentation skills
Self-driven & results-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills

Application Process 
Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 24th August 2012. We are an equal opportunity employer. Only the short listed candidates will be contacted. Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope:
HDB/3/HRD/2012

The Director
Human Resources Division
The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited
P.O. Box 48231 - 00100
Nairobi OR email to the following address: jobs@co-opbank.co.ke