Ref No: KRC/HR/2015/02

The purpose of this role is to ensure prudent investments of the Corporations surplus funds and maintain an optimal investment portfolio that will ensure correct and up to date investment records.

Primary Responsibilities
Advise management on sound investment policy procedures and control systems that ensure accountability in all areas;
Prepare divisional annual budget and long-term projections;
Continuously review the investment portfolio with a view to acquisition/disposal for capital gain/interest income/liquidity;
Analyse and gather intelligence on all investment proposals and make appropriate recommendations;
Ensure preparation of periodic investment reports to the management, including cash flow projections;
Create and maintain an investment database;
Research and analyse financial and other information with a view to providing pro-active response to market changes;
Prepare investment schedules on weekly/monthly basis or as required by management, investment committee or the Board;
Analyse accounts relating to deposits, shares, treasury bills, bonds income and other securities.
Liaise with brokers, bankers and other market participants;
Maintain, review and report on performance of mortgages;
Ensure preparation of annual and half yearly financial statements; and
Any other duties allocated by management,

The Person
Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Finance or Accounting and be holders of CPA (K).
They should hold membership in recognized professional bodies.
Qualification in Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Securities Investments Analysts (CSIA) will be an added advantage.
They should have at least six years relevant working experience in Investments two of which should be in a management position gained in a reputable Organization.
In addition they should have strong leadership and management skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

How to Apply
Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability.

An appropriate remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.

Applicants should post or email as attachments their CV and cover letter quoting the relevant Job Ref
No. and outlining how they meet requirements for the position to:-

The Human Resource Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
Nairobi

E-mail: hr@kenyare.co.ke

Closing Date: 9th March 2015