Head of Groups, Banks and Saccos at KCB Bank Kenya

Company Details
Industry: Banking
Description: Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, 2016 - and all KCB's regional units in Uganda,… Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, 2016 - and all KCB's regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South Sudan. It also owns KCB Insurance Agency, KCB Capital, KCB Foundation and all associate companies. The holding company was set up to among other things to enhance the Group's capacity to access unrestricted capital and also enable investment in new ventures outside banking regulations, achieve operational and strategic autonomy for the Group's operating entities and enhance corporate governance across the Group and oversight in management of subsidiaries. View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Banking
Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Define and execute the Groups and SACCO Banking strategy in alignment with Retail Banking objectives to drive growth, revenue, and segment profitability.
  • Expand and deepen relationships with Groups, SACCOs, cooperatives, and related institutions to enhance portfolio value and customer lifetime engagement.
  • Lead the design and delivery of tailored financial solutions ensuring competitiveness, compliance, and alignment with evolving customer needs across the Groups and SACCO Banking lifecycle.
  • Monitor market trends, customer insights, and emerging opportunities to position the segment as a leader in financial inclusion and innovation.
  •  Oversee portfolio performance management, including target-setting, analytics, arrears management, and implementation of initiatives to optimize returns.
  • Build and sustain strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, private sector actors, regulators, and industry bodies to support market expansion and segment advocacy.
  • Drive customer experience excellence by ensuring effective service level agreements and seamless coordination across value-chain stakeholders.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the Groups and SACCO Banking team, fostering a performance-driven culture anchored on innovation, accountability, and customer focus.
  • Ensure efficient planning and utilization of resources to support business delivery, capability development, and operational effectiveness.
  • Strengthen governance, risk management, and compliance by identifying key risks, reviewing audit outcomes, enforcing controls, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal standards.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional

  • Bachelor's Degree from a recognised Institution
  • Professional Qualification - Project management or business field (Added Advantage)
  • Master's Degree in Business (Added Advantage)

Experience

  • 8 years of working Experience
  • 6 years of working experience in People Management
  • 6 years of working experience in the Financial Industry/Banking
  • 4 years of working experience in Sales
  • 4 years of working experience in SACCOs & Co-operatives
  • 4 years of working experience in Portfolio Management 
  • 4 years of working experience in Customer Care /Relationship Management
  • 2 years of working experience in Credit Appraisal
  • 4 years of working experience in Product Development (Added Advantage)
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