Friday, April 5, 2013

Speed Capital Branch Managers, Credit Officers, Microfinance Interns, Investment Mobilisation Officer jobs in Kenya

Positions Vacant in Speed Capital

Branch Managers 


3 Positions
Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for the overall performance and activities of the branch and participates in making decisions.
Ensure effective control environment with focus on compliance of Prudential and other regulatory instructions with no procedural slippages
Making sure targets are met, coaching and developing staff, keeping the office to a high standard of discipline and integrity and dealing with customer complaints
Review and analyze performance information and reports, which are then given and shared with loan officers
Spearhead Promotion of speed capital products and services in the branch
Monitoring of disbursed loans - Delinquency management

Assuring long term relationship through high client satisfaction, reaching a high ration of revolving clients – Customer care
Maintaining quality portfolio in the branch by ensuring recruitment of viable Entrepreneurs.
Carrying out proper vetting and assessment of loans application for credit committee approvals.
Identify loans for recovery and coordinate recovery efforts within the branch
Initiate and maintain good relationship between speed capital and local stakeholders including provincial administration,church etc
Performing other duties as may be deemed necessary by the management.
Desired qualifications and experience
Degree holder in relevant field
At least two years of experience in a managerial post in a micro finance institution or bank
Diploma holders with at least 3years’ experience in a managerial post in a microfinance institution will be considered
Credit Officer 

6 Positions
A fast growing micro-lender requires the services of an experienced Credit officer. Operating in the informal sector, we aim to uplift the socio-economic status and earning potential of our customers by offering them high quality, affordable and diversified financial services.
In order to afford our members maximum efficiency, we would like to hire an experienced Credit Officer who is adaptable, self driven individual, ready for challenge, with highly developed skills in delivering cutting edge and swift Credit solutions that would have a profound positive effect in Loan portfolio.
The Credit Officer will report to Management on matters pertaining to Credit Management.
 

Key roles include:
Client outreach and recruitment
Participate in the formulation and implementation of the lending policies and procedures;
Coordinate all activities in relation to lending;
Process, appraise and recommend loan applications;
Offer financial advisory services to clients;
Monitor and evaluate the performance of the loan portfolio;
Take necessary action to recover loans;
Review of the loans products to ensure their relevance in a dynamic financial environment;
Handle loan enquiries; and
Perform any other duties incidental to the functions of the credit department as approved by the Management
Develop new products intended for new markets
Desired qualifications and experience
Bachelor’s degree in business/Finance/Accounting
Minimum of 2 years progressive experience in credit management at supervisory or management level in microfinance
Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, negotiation skills and a good team player.
Able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision.
Microfinance Interns
4 Positions
Duties & Responsibilities

Client outreach and recruitment
Business appraisal, disbursement and processing of loans
Recruiting clients and maintain a relationship with each client with frequent visits
Collection of repayment through the approved loan repayment method & procedures
Delinquent loan management & loan recovery.
Management of quality customer services and relations.
Marketing of products & recruit potential borrowers within the communities where we work
Compile documentation for loan processing and approval at the branch office
Ensure monthly, quarterly and yearly targets are achieved as projected.
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Desired qualifications and experience
Graduates or diploma holder in relevant fields
Investment Mobilisation Officer
Duties & Responsibilities

Track all contacts with the company’s current and prospective investors Create briefing memos and investors presentations for management in preparation for investor meetings
Develop outstanding written promotional materials materials as well as draft correspondence (initial contact letters, company profile, follow up notes, etc.) for investors.
Coordinate regular small events to cultivate prospective donors, handling all logistics and tasks associated with the event as necessary
Conduct prospect research and identification
Assist in scheduling and coordination of meetings
Ensure achievement of investment mobilization targets
Desired qualifications and experience
Graduate in commerce or finance field
Excellent communication skills
Excellent report writing skills
2 years’ experience in investment mobilization work in the private sector preferably banking, insurance, stock broking or investment banking.
CPA will be an added advantage

Application Procedure
If you feel that you meet the above requirements, please apply by sending your letter of interest and your CV with 3 referees to hr@speedcapital.co.ke quoting your current gross and expected remuneration.