Equity Bank Jobs and Career Opportunities

Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading Banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities.

With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda and Southern Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to more than 3.5 million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African Region.

Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent in the roles outlined below .

Head of Procurement & Administration
(One Position)
Ref: EBL 01/06/09

The job holder will be in charge of all procurement and administrative issues of the Bank.

Candidate’s Profile and Qualifications.

• An undergraduate degree from a recognized university
• Professional qualifications in procurement and supply chain management
• Thorough knowledge of the procurement process
• Over 5 years working experience in leading a busy and large procurement department
• Over 2 years working experience in managing administrative issues in a large organization, preferably in a financial institution
• Membership in a related professional body

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of the Facilities, administration functions and procurement processes of the Bank
• Manage repairs and maintenance of Bank Facilities and Equipment
• Provide leadership and motivation to the staff in the unit and maintain the highest levels on internal and external customer service satisfaction
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to cover all procurement, administration and logistics activities of the Bank
• Re-engineer process and systems within procurement, administration and logistics
• Develop and implement an approved supplier list and introduce vendor assessment techniques to measure performance and quality of suppliers
• Develop, and maintain a contracts register to cover all the Bank’s contracts and enable signed document tracking
• Effectively managing capital and revenue expenditure within allocated budgets and savings against agreed targets
• Prioritizing all procurement activities as appropriate
• Liaising with other functions to provide a consultancy service for the tendering, specification process, evaluation and awarding of all relevant contracts
• Ensuring modern procurement methods and techniques are understood, implemented and applied
• Ensure efficiency in the use of Bank assets

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Result oriented
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Excellent financial and business acumen
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Team player
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Strategic thinker.
• High integrity
• Information Technology proficiency

2. Finance Manager
(3 Positions-Southern Sudan & Kenya)
Ref: EBL 02/06/09

The position holder’s will be responsible for providing financial advice and support to the Bank and the Subsidiaries

Candidate’s Profile and Qualifications

• A Degree in Finance or Accounting from a recognized University
• ACCA finalist or CPA (K)
• Over 5 year’s relevant working experience in a financial institution, of which 3 yrs must have been at management level.
• Proven track record of strong financial reporting for inter-companies and consolidated accounts
• Prior working experience within the region will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Financial and Accounting policies and procedures
• Provision and interpretation of financial information as per IFRS and IAS
• Evaluate and lead on ways of maximizing efficiency
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external financial regulations
• Prepare and ensure accuracy of all statutory and regulatory reports
• Oversee the preparation and enforcement of budgetary controls
• Liaise with external auditors and consultant regarding accounting issues
• Provide leadership to staff in the department
• Provide support in the growth of the Business
• Provide management information on key financial performance indicators
• Liaise with various stakeholders, including government bodies, on all tax, accounting and reporting requirements

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Thorough knowledge of Accounting standards
• Excellent financial and analytical skills
• Experience in budgeting and implementation of financial and budgeting controls
• Ability to work within a rapidly and changing work environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player
• Information Technology proficiency

3. Legal Services Manager-Equity Uganda
(One Position)
Ref: EBL 03/06/09

The position holder will be responsible for managing all legal issues pertaining to the Uganda Subsidiary.

Candidate’s Profile and Qualifications

• A degree in law from a recognized University
• Diploma in law
• CPS(K)
• Over 5 years relevant working experience in managing a legal entity/department
• Candidates with Banking experience will have an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all legal issue for the subsidiary
• Managing all contracts
• Giving accurate information to the Banks’ attorneys
• Training of staff on legal matters
• Management of Bank licenses
• Ensure proper lodgment of securities
• Ensure externally purchased/outsourced legal services are of high quality and deliver value for money
• Manage and develop the legal team

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Thorough understanding of the legal framework and relevant legislation in the East African region
• Ability to work within a rapidly and changing work environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Team player
• Information Technology Proficiency

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job and the reference number to the address below by 30th June 2009.

Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, current pay and daytime telephone contact and email address.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Apply to:

General Manager- HR, Training & Development
Equity Bank Ltd
P.O Box 75104-00200, Nairobi

Or

Email: jobs @ equitybank.co.ke

Equity Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.

Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome