Business Enablement Department - Head, Business Enablement at KCB Bank Kenya

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic objectives for the Corporate Banking division, working closely with all other Bank divisions and subsidiaries. 
• Lead the financial and business planning process, providing analysis to support decision-making and drive staff productivity. 
• Collaborate with Strategy and Finance teams to develop KCB's Group strategy in alignment with the strategic direction.
• Oversee the financial reporting and analysis functions of Corporate Banking, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Review business performance against budgets and develop monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts. 
• Ensure revenue opportunities are properly maintained and tracked for closure against agreed budgets and targets. 
• Enhance budgetary controls and monitor expenditure for Corporate Banking.
• Ensure the development of revenue assurance checks and review their effectiveness to prevent revenue leakages. 
• Review corporate business processes, conduct business re-engineering, and establish an end-to-end risk management framework for Corporate Banking. 
• Lead a team of Business Enablement Managers to make informed decisions based on market data and benchmark information.

Skills, Competencies and Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Banking or its equivalent from a recognized institution. 
• Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
• 8 - 10 years’ relevant experience (in well-established organizations) in corporate banking, banking operations, customer service, with at least 5 years in senior management position in Strategy formulation and implementation.
• Capability of interpreting date trends and provide insights. 
• Track record of attaining targets of business growth and profitability in the financial services and banking sector. 
• Have appreciation and operating knowledge of the banking industry, market, trends as well as challenges. 
• Demonstrable cross-cultural, people and relationship management skills, networking and negotiation skills, team motivation and leadership competence. 
• Sound understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements of corporate governance, business, and banking operations. 
• Effective communication 
• Knowledge of the Bank’s lending principles, policies and procedures

Overall, the position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, financial acumen, and the ability to drive results