Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Trainee Finance Partner Vacancy - Faulu Kenya

Exciting Career Opportunities 
 Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited is a dynamic Christian organization within the micro-finance sector. Faulu was the first Micro Finance Institution in Kenya to be licensed by the Central Bank as a deposit taking institution. In line with the growing business needs we are seeking highly competent, focused and results oriented individuals for the position of Trainee Finance Partner. As a Trainee Finance Partner, you will be exposed to on-the-job training that will enable you gain skills, knowledge and experience as you carry out your assigned roles.

Key Roles and Expectations 
This is a challenging role, requiring commitment and passion for the economic transformation of the low income population within rural, peri-urban and urban areas spread across the country.
The position’s key roles include: -

Portfolio growth and management:
Recruit and retain clients ensuring growth in loan disbursement through excellent customer service and timely service delivery.
Deposit Mobilization: Solicit deposits to match and exceed the loan book.
Loan processing: Ensure thorough business assessment, proper securitization and compliance to credit policies and procedures as set out in the company policy.
Client Education: Disseminate information to prospective clients and ensure understanding of operations policy as well as training them on group leadership.
Loan Book quality management: ensure that all loans disbursed are paid on time in compliance to credit policy and statutory requirements.
A link with the public: Liaise with local administration, maintain relationships with the public and portray company and Christian values at the marketplace.

Minimum Qualifications 
Academic Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing and related fields.

Knowledge and Skills: 
Basic knowledge in Sales and Marketing, credit risk management and computer literacy a must. Experience: 1 year preferably in a financial institution.

Personal attributes 
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
A team player who is willing and able to learn fast.
Ability to work independently.
Strong Christian values.
Ability and willingness to work in rural areas and interact with literate and semi- literate population.

If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below: Head of Human Resources Faulu Kenya Limited Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Note: The Email subject matter should include your current location. All applications should reach us on or before 30th September, 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 20th October, 2012 consider your application unsuccessful.