KCB is renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region
is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with
the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing
Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery
objectives and increase shareholder value.
To this end the following challenging
positions have arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and
qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.
Head – Construction and Project Management
Job Ref: MORT 01/2015
Department: Department
Location: Kenya
The Position: Reporting to the Director Mortgage, the Head-Construction
and Project Management will be responsible for the management and advancement
of Banks real estate development strategy and implementation of affordable
housing development projects.
- Develop a thorough
understanding of the housing market and housing needs in Kenya, track trends
and key developments and identify issues and priorities for the Bank’s action
and intervention. Maintain a detailed knowledge of demographic, economic and
social changes in Kenya. - Lead on the
development of a strong business approach to land and other assets for the
development of housing and related schemes. - Have a
comprehensive understanding of investment models for housing and develop
innovative options for delivery of affordable housing. - Drive forward the
development of an ambitious and innovative Affordable Housing Strategy in
partnership with key partners to most effectively meet housing needs and bring
benefit to the Bank. - Develop effective
and dynamic relationship with key partnerships and other organizations to
deliver new affordable housing. Maintain a high level strategic relationship
with the Government, Counties and other organizations to assist with the delivery
of KCB Housing Strategy. - Manage a portfolio
of projects including development and maintaining the project timetables. - Lead and develop
an effective, competent and highly motivated team through communication,
performance management, development plans and reward/recognition practices.
The Person:
For the above
position, the successful applicant should have the following:
- A bachelor’s
degree in a Quantity Surveying, Building Economics, Construction Management or
related degree from a recognized university. - An MBA, MA, or MSc
from a recognized university - Professional
Qualifications would be an added advantage. - At least 10 years’
experience in general banking with 4 years in Senior Management, which should
include: - 5 years’
experience in project management, including management and prioritizing of
multiple tasks - Program
management of affordable housing development, financing, feasibility analysis,
real estate development. - Knowledge of
business practices and finance methods, procedures, practices of housing
development. - Demonstrates
ability to analyze situations accurately and effective course of action. - A thorough
knowledge of Mortgage Banking products and services, and extensive Banking
Industry knowledge. - Excellent high
quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to
network and develop strong business relations - A good
understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures. - Strong leadership
skills with demonstrated competences in championing high performance
management. - Excellent
planning, organization, problem solving and analytical skills.
The above position is demanding for which the bank will
provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.
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 April
17, 2015.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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