Head – Project Management and Investments

Manage, advance, design, implement and provide technical support to the Bank’s real estate and affordable housing development strategy, as well as drive the green finance and sustainability agenda. Develop investment models and secure funding lines for the mortgage book. This position carries leadership responsibility for the fund raising and the project management technical support teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and recommend sustainable and green funding investment opportunities including Green Bonds, SBL’s structures (Security Based Lending), blended finance and other funding financial products to fund the Mortgage book for the bank working closely with KCB Investment Bank.
• Design and implement a green funding framework for Real Estate projects in the bank
• Develop a deep understanding of Real Estate Sustainable Finance market practice, transaction structuring, monitoring and reporting of Real Estate Green Portfolio.
• Develop innovative options for financing and delivery of affordable housing. Have a comprehensive understanding of investment models for housing and identify opportunities within the Housing Ecosystem.
• Develop a fund-raising strategy for the Mortgage book that’s guided by a comprehensive understanding of National and Regional housing policy and its inter-relationship with other policies in the bank.
•  Track trends and key developments in projects and identify issues and priorities action and intervention through a thorough understanding of the housing market and housing needs in Kenya.
• Lead, manage, and appraise the technical team that will provide technical support on matters building and construction for all real estate projects financed by the bank.
• Lead on the development of a strong business approach to land and other assets for the development of housing and related schemes.
• Take a proactive lead role in strategic planning and direction. Assess current and future budgetary risks and develop strategies to address the risk.
• Lead on the development of the Bank’s policies and strategies in relation to Housing, ensure these are in line with Government/professional guidance and good practice.
• Drive forward the development of an ambitious and innovative Affordable Housing Strategy in partnership with key partners to most effectively meet housing needs and bring benefit to the Bank.
• Develop effective and dynamic relationship with key partnerships and other organizations to deliver new affordable housing. Maintain a high-level strategic relationship with the Government, Counties and other organizations to assist with the delivery of KCB Housing Strategy.
• Provide expert advice to the Director and Senior Management in relation to all Housing development and strategy matters. 
• Firmly establish as a key player in affordable housing development in Kenya.
• Represent the Bank at internal and external meetings on all housing developments and strategy matters, prepare and present reports to Senior Management. 
• Manage a portfolio of projects including development and maintaining project timetables.
• Lead, motivate and manage staff in the functional unit.

The Person

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

• A University Degree in Architecture/Quantity Surveying/Bachelor of Arts in Building Economics/bachelor’s degree in construction management/ or a related degree from a recognized university
• Professional Qualifications in Project management, Sustainability/Green Finance/Fund Raising.
• At least 5 years’ Demonstrated experience project management skills, including managing and prioritizing multiple tasks
• At least 8 years’ experience in Program management of affordable housing development, financing, feasibility analysis, real estate development and project management.
• At least 8 years' experience in experience in portfolio management and business Development.
• At least 3 years' experience in Knowledge of business practices and finance methods and procedures; principles and practices of housing development. 
• At least 4 years’ experience in Experience in transaction structuring for Green Finance Funding or any other funding lines.
• At least 4 years' experience in Knowledge of funding programs for affordable housing and development, National/County policies and ordinances, site plan review methods, design principles, redevelopment programs and planning and zoning processes.

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 5^th July 2024

Qualified candidates with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.