I&M Bank Jobs in Kenya

I&M Bank Relationship Manager – German Desk Jobs in Kenya


Ref: GDRM/06/2017

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be part of the I&M Bank team in Nairobi and will be in charge of promoting the German - Kenyan / German - East African business relations.

This is a senior position that will assist German corporates in Kenya / East Africa or Germany with their export business to Kenya / East Africa as well as Kenyan / East African companies that export to Germany and or import German products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provision of banking/ financial advisory services by building and fostering relationships with German corporates selling products to Kenya/East Africa either through their German or local office.
  • Organizing meetings, seminars and round–tables to further deepen the Kenyan-German business in collaboration with DEG, the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Kenya, the Kenyan-German Business Association and the German Embassy in Kenya.
  • Facilitating the structuring and negotiations of financing proposals while liaising and collaborating with the Commercial Consulate of the German embassy, the local Delegation of German Industry and Commerce, the Kenyan-German Business Association as well as other institutions to provide local insights in the area of both economic and business regulations for German businesses seeking to explore business opportunities and partnerships in Kenya.
  • Leveraging on the Bank’s geographical spread, branch network and customer base to provide a credible channel for exchange of German and/or Kenyan goods and services.
  • Facilitating the structuring and negotiation of financing solutions for investments of Kenya and other surrounding countries private sector companies in connection with the purchase of German equipment and/or services or their export activities.
  • Providing monthly and annual reporting on its activities to the banks management and DEG.
  • Effectively managing the functions of the German Desk to provide a one-stop shop in the provision of all banking services and other requisite financing needs of companies being engaged in German-Kenyan business activities.

    Qualifications and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution
  • Fluent in German and English
  • Minimum experience of 3 years, preferably in banking and trade finance
  • Strategic and analytical thinking skills;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Strong negotiation skills;
  • Excellent problem solving and decision making skills;
  • Knowledgeable in accounting , Banking Act, CBK prudential guidelines and credit policies.
  • Excellent networking and presentation skills
  • Experience with the local business environment and work experience in/ or related to Germany

    How to Apply

    If you believe you meet the above requirements, please send your application together with comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, salary expectations and names and contacts of three referees.

    Your application should reach the addresses below as soon as possible but not later than 31st July 2017.

    Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application.

    The General Manager-Human Resources
    I&M Bank Limited
    I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
    P.O Box 30238 – 00100, Nairobi


    Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke (preferred option)

    Phillip.kuck@deginvest.de




    I&M Bank Manager - Credit & Environmental Social Risk Management Jobs in Kenya

    Ref: MCESRM/06/2017

    Job Summary:

    The incumbent will be responsible for the independent review and the continual monitoring of the risk management processes used by lines
    of business across the bank, within specialty lending units, Credit and Environment and Social Risk Management.

    Key Responsibilities:

    The role will report to the Chief Risk Officer and will be responsible for:

  • Maintaining the loan portfolio rating in line with the bank’s Board approved risk appetite
  • Advising the Credit Department on bank’s selection, underwriting, operations and concentration risks in line with the bank’s risk appetite.
  • Driving high-level credit capacity building among lenders and management/board-level approvers
  • Maintaining the bank-wide credit culture at maximum quality levels.
  • Managing the bank’s Environmental and Social Risk Management aspect

    Credit Policy Design & Update

  • Liaising with Credit team to develop and maintain a comprehensive (Corporate & Business, Personal and Affluent) Credit Risk Policy and Procedures Manual
  • Updating Credit Policy additions by the Credit Risk Management Committees of the Management and Board
  • Performing Credit Risk Stress Testing and researching and offering recommendations to the bank.

    Credit Policy Acculturation

  • Bank-wide Acculturation on Credit Policy at all levels
  • Identifying culture gaps for input into acculturation initiatives in liaison with Credit department.
  • Utilization and maintenance of a Credit Policy Web Portal and such other initiatives to ensure ready access to the bank’s Credit Policy and other related information.

    Qualifications and Competencies

  • Masters of Business Administration degree in Finance or a related field will be an added advantage;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Statistics or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • CPA (K), ACCA, CIA, or Financial Risk certification;
  • Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK).
  • Training in Credit Risk Management from a reputable institution
  • Training in Corporate and Retail (Personal/Business/Affluent) Credit Course from a reputable institution.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Relationship Manager
  • At least 5 year’s relevant experience in Banking and Financial Risk
  • Able to perform credit risk modelling and strong credit risk monitoring.
  • Ability to write complex letters, comprehensive reports and to perform complex calculations.
  • Good planning and organizational skills;
  • Excellent analytical Skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills;
  • Excellent Interpersonal, people management skills with attention to detail
  • Good understanding of Banking internal policies and procedures as well as external regulations.
  • Good Knowledge of Basel II and CBK Prudential guidelines, Risk Management Guidelines and Risk- based-Supervision (RBS)

    How to Apply

    If you believe you meet the above requirements, please send your application together with comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, salary expectations and names and contacts of three referees.

    Your application should reach the address below as soon as possible but not later than 29th June 2017.

    Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application.

    The General Manager-Human Resources
    I&M Bank Limited
    I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
    P.O Box 30238 – 00100, Nairobi


    Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke (preferred option)

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