Our client KCB Bank Uganda Limited would like to recruit an Executive Director. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Executive Director will be responsible for supporting the Managing Director in the overall strategy formulation and implementation of astute leadership and management in line with the Bank’s vision, mission and values.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Play a critical role in the Executive and the Board in developing the vision and strategic goals for the Bank as well as support strategy formation, implementation and monitoring for the bank;
• Foster strong and robust relationships with Key stakeholders of the Bank including shareholders, customers, regulators and the communities in which we do our business;
• Support business growth and development through well-structured business plans and budgets;
• Ensure effective and efficient management / co-ordination of the Bank’s core operations processes relating to payments, procurements, facilities and security functions to deliver value and excellent customer service while mitigating inherent risks;
• Ensure the Bank’s corporate image is protected and portrayed in positive light in addition to acquisition, usage and maintenance of channels of communication whilst developing and implementing the marketing plan and impactful CSR activities through the KCB Foundation;
• Continuously review existing product offering to ensure KCB products are competitive in the market and drive project implementation;
• Manage key business relationships with key suppliers to ensure that services/products procured meet the quality and brand standards and are cost effective;
• Oversee the Customer Service function and overall project execution framework and function in the Bank;
• Board Member and member to various Board and Management Committees and Member of Country Management / Executive Committee (CMT / EXCO) Team; and
• Support the MD in the day to day running of the Bank.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in a Business-related field from a recognised reputable institution;
• A Master’s Degree in a Business-related field or a Professional Qualification in Banking, Finance or Marketing will be an added advantage;
• At least fifteen (15) years working experience of which five (5) years must have been at a senior management level in the banking or financial services sector;
• A good understanding of Risk, Compliance policies and procedures as well as knowledge of current trends and best practice in Banking; and
• An entrepreneurial mindset, with outstanding organisational, leadership, analytical thinking, with excellent problem solving and project management skills.