The Branch Manager plays a pivotal role in achieving Yehu’s mission by ensuring impactful livelihoods and business sustainability. This role demands strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to inspire and motivate staff while delivering exceptional customer value.

Key Responsibilities

Business Leadership & Strategy


Develop and implement branch strategies to achieve business... growth and financial sustainability.
Conduct market and competition analysis to enhance service offerings.
Lead branch staff in annual planning and budgeting to drive performance.
Execute marketing and promotional strategies to strengthen the Yehu brand.


Customer Value & Service Delivery


Champion customer-centric service delivery to enhance customer satisfaction.
Ensure quick turnaround time for all client requests and concerns.
Promote financial literacy and empowerment for clients.


Human Resource Management


Support, mentor, and empower staff for optimal productivity.
Drive performance management processes, including goal setting and appraisals.
Foster a positive and motivational work environment.


Financial & Portfolio Management


Oversee loan processing, approval, and disbursement within set timelines.
Ensure proper loan portfolio management to minimize risk and maximize sustainability.
Optimize revenue generation and cost management at the branch level.


Risk & Compliance Management


Implement internal controls and risk management measures.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.
Address emerging risks proactively to safeguard business operations.


Qualifications & Experience


Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in microfinance, banking, or financial services, with 3 years in a leadership role.
Strong understanding of credit management, financial analysis, and risk assessment.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive team performance
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. more

Key Specific Responsibilities

Handle all internal legal administrative tasks and advising the organization on legal matters that may arise in its operations.
Liaise with the organization consultants such as advocates and auditors on legal matters.
Proactivity in taking initiative for developing, implementing, and reviewing legal policies and procedures to ensure that they are in accord with... the existing legislation.
Ensuring that the organization is run within the legal and regulation framework
Providing necessary support in the management of the Board functionality.
Carry out any other duties relating to the legal requirement of the organization

Key Qualifications

Legal Knowledge of the court process- Must possess legal knowledge on the Court process and have excellent negotiation skills
Conceptual and Analytical Skills-Must be able to conceptualize issues and analyze proposals to detail to understand underlying issues
Knowledge of Business Environment-Must understand local and global dynamics of the business environments facing customers.


Job Specifications

4.1 Academic Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree Law (LLB)
Post Graduate Diploma in Law

Professional Qualifications:

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya of at least 2 years post admission
Certified Public Secretary of Kenya CPS (K)

Desired work experience:

At least 4 years’ experience in a legal department of a busy organization, banking operations, with sound exposure to credit or lending and debt recovery. more