The job holder is responsible for the overall design and management of all the enterprise development projects of the KCB Foundation. These include 2jiajiri and Mifugo ni Mali Projects. Enterprise Development supports enterprise and employment for job seekers, entrepreneurs and MSMEs in the countries the KCB Group works in. Currently these include 2jiajiri projects in KCBG subsidiaries (Igere Rwanda, 2jiajiri Kenya and Tanzania, Twekozese Uganda, Iteze Imbere Burundi), and the Livestock project (Mifugo ni Mali) project in Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation: 

• Design, develop, plan, and manage the Program and all related projects and activities in line with the Program workplans and KCBF 2jiajiri strategy within the KCB Group subsidiaries in line with KCBF’s strategy and policies including safeguarding and data protection.

External Relations: 

• Identify and manage relationships with Program stakeholders including TVETS, universities, donor agencies, implementing partners, governments, internship providers, amongst others. 
• Collaborate with the partnerships, communications, strategy and integrated marketing teams to develop effective Program branding and visibility strategies locally and globally.
• In close collaboration with peers, support advocacy initiatives to raise awareness about employment and enterprise issues and advocate for policy changes and programmatic interventions.

Advocacy

• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, policymakers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to advance employment and enterprise agendas.
• Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and events related to enterprise, employment and workforce development.
• Collaborate with partner organizations and coalitions to amplify advocacy efforts and maximize impact.
• Monitor legislative and policy developments related to enterprise and employment and provide analysis and recommendations to inform advocacy strategies.
• Develop advocacy materials, including policy briefs, fact sheets, and presentations, to support advocacy campaigns and outreach efforts.
• Stay informed about best practices and emerging trends in employment and enterprise advocacy and incorporate learnings into programmatic efforts.

Budgeting and Financial Management: 

• Be responsible for overall budgeting and budget management for the Program. 
• In close collaboration with peers, carry out proactive fundraising to ensure that the Program is adequately resource.

Reporting and Evaluation: 

• Be responsible for effective data management for the Programme 
• Prepare regular and adhoc reports on the Program performance, impact and outcomes. 
• Prepare regular reports on program performance, impact and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders including success stories and lessons learnt 
• Engage with the Foundation CSI Manager and Bank’s business functions to map out shared-value opportunities and returns accruing from the Program

People Management

• Provide leadership to the team of staff working on the Programme including their talent development and performance management.

The Person

For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Any business-related field
• Professional Qualifications Project Management/Enterprise Development
• Master's degree is an added advantage.
• At least 6 years’ experience in small business development. 
• At least 3 years in financial services
• At least 5 years Relationship management
• At least 3 years in Fundraising/resource mobilization.
• At least 4 years in Program/project management

• At least 4 years Community mobilization & stakeholder engagement
• At least 4 years Stakeholder management
• At least 3 years People management
• At least 2 years Donor partnerships management

The above position is a demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.

To be considered your application must be received by Friday 19th April 2024

Qualified candidates with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.