Job Description
The Director of Investments will be tasked with establishing viable and sustainable projects in identified sectors to promote economic development and accomplish corporate objectives. They will be responsible for developing policies, formulating, and executing functional strategies to ensure the efficient performance of the Directorate.
Job Responsibilities
(i) Conceiving, designing, testing, and launching innovative products via a comprehensive marketing and brand awareness strategy
(ii) Proactively interpreting the Corporation’s business strategy, identifying partners, and recognizing market opportunities
(iii) Identifying investment opportunities in Commercial & Industrial Development-related projects
(iv) Creating, implementing, and evaluating portfolio management strategies for effective investment management
(v) Establishing networks with Government, local, and global business partners and stakeholders to cultivate strategic partnerships
(vi) Offering fee-based management advisory services
(vii) Generating reports for the Directorate to present to Management and the Board, and executing resolutions
(viii) Providing leadership in the day-to-day management of the Directorate
Job Qualifications
For a candidate to qualify for this position, they must meet the following criteria:
(i) A minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, with at least eight (8) years in a senior management position
(ii) A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Social Sciences, or a related field from a recognized institution
(iii) A Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution
(iv) Certification in any of the following: Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Investment and Financial Analyst (CIFA), Public Accountant (CPA (K)), Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA (UK)), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution
(v) Membership in a relevant professional body
(vi) Completion of a leadership course would be advantageous
(vii) Leadership experience in coordinating large business units
(viii) Specialist knowledge and diverse experience in the Tourism sector
(ix) Proficiency in financial modeling
(x) Excellent negotiation and communication skills
(xi) Demonstrated ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization
(xii) Strong team development, leadership, and managerial skills
(xiii) Compliance with the requirements outlined in Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya
