Saturday, September 14, 2013

KCB Head of Investor Relations job in Kenya

Head of Investor Relations

Reporting to the Group CFO, the Head of Investor Relations will be responsible for developing, managing and implementing a comprehensive investor relations program.  

The role is responsible for broadening investor interest in KCB and it serves as the primary contact for investors, shareholders and analysts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Formulate and execute an integrated investor relations strategy that advances KCB’s business strategy and growth objectives.
  • Keep current on trends and market opinions on KCB and provide strategic recommendations on investment, operating and financial decisions to the KCB Senior Management and Board.
  • Develop and maintain a high level of awareness of KCB and its products by educating investors and potential investors.
  • Develop and roll out a communication plan on key investor messages and ensure that accurate and consistent information is provided on a timely basis to all current and future investors as well as analysts.
  • Proactively participate in media interviews and handle media enquiries as appropriate.
  • Development of programs and schedules for investor roadshows and meetings. Includes travel on a regular basis to meet with current and potential investors.
  • Provide feedback to KCB’s senior management on the effectiveness of the Investor relations strategy
  • Co-ordinate and drive participation in quarterly earnings conference calls.
The Person

In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:-
  • An undergraduate degree in a business related field
  • An MBA/business related Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
  • Relevant professional qualifications
  • At least 8 years’ senior level experience with the proven ability to develop and successfully execute investor relations programs. 
  • Ability to communicate technical banking and financial issues to investors.
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and established credibility with investment analysts.
  • The proven ability to build and maintain strategic business relationships with the media and investment community.
  • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competencies in championing customer focus.
  • Demonstrated capacity to lead, coach and supervise team members effectively to deliver on business targets.
The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  

How to Apply

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 Sept. 23, 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Job Ref: CFO022013

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