Overall purpose

Reporting to the Group CEO, The Finance and Strategy Director in this PLC will play a critical role in both the financial stability and the strategic direction of the company, helping to drive sustainable growth and long-term success. The position holder will be responsible for overseeing financial operations and providing strategic insights to support the Organization’s growth... and long-term objectives.

Key Accountabilities
The role of a Finance and Strategy Director in the Public Limited Company (PLC) is multifaceted, encompassing both financial and strategic responsibilities. Here are some key duties and responsibilities:
Financial Management:

Financial Strategy: Develop and implement the company's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives and long-term growth plans.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with various departments to create accurate financial projections and resource allocation plans.
Financial Reporting and Compliance: Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and stock exchange regulations.
Investment Management: Develop and implement investment strategies to maximize returns on surplus funds while managing associated risks.
Capital Allocation: Manage the allocation of capital for various projects, investments, and strategic initiatives, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential exposures, conducting stress testing and scenario analysis.
Treasury Management: Oversee cash flow, liquidity management, and banking relationships to optimize the company's financial position.
Tax Planning and Compliance: Develop tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.

Strategic Leadership:

Strategic Planning: Work with the executive team to develop and refine the company's long-term strategic plans, considering market trends and competitive analysis.
Business Development: Assess industry trends and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities and challenges, proactively identifying potential strategic opportunities for revenue growth and operational improvement.
Strategic Decision Support: Provide relevant data and recommendations to the executive team and board of directors to guide the company's financial and strategic decision-making.
Partnerships and Investments: Evaluate and assess potential strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and investment opportunities.
Stakeholder Communication: Present financial performance and strategic recommendations to the executive team, board, and other stakeholders.

Financial Analysis and Management:

Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes, monitoring financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Identify and track key financial metrics and KPIs to measure the company's financial health.
Financial Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, implement best practices, and leverage technology for increased efficiency and data accuracy.

Team Leadership and Development:

Team Management: Provide strong leadership and guidance to the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, excellence, and collaboration.
Succession Planning: Ensure capable management succession and implement employee training and development programs.
Organizational Culture: Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment within the Finance Department.
Performance Management: Manage performance, conduct annual staff appraisals, and assess staff training needs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field. MBA preferred.
Minimum 10 years of practical Accounting & Financial Management experience with at least 3 years at a senior management level, preferably in a Public Limited Company (PLC) or a large corporate setting.
Professional Certification: ACCA or CPA (K).
Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial management practices within a PLC environment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and trends.
Proven track record of strategic financial leadership and decision-making within a PLC context.

Overall, the Finance and Strategy Director will need to possess a strong blend of financial acumen, leadership skills, strategic vision, and the ability to analyze complex financial data. Effective communication and collaboration with other departments will also be crucial in this role, as it involves guiding the company towards sustainable growth and long-term success. more

Key Accountabilities
Business and Market Growth Strategies

Developing a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction that will continuously grow the business
Leading the development and formulation of product and market development strategies and oversee the implementation of the same across the business
Providing strategic leadership and expertise in the... development of revenue generating strategies for the business
Leading in the identification and driving of new business growth opportunities and business ventures.
Building and maintain new and existing stakeholder relationships through regular networking events and luncheons that aim at attracting business opportunities and growth
Spearheading the planning of all engineering and infrastructure projects while ensuring they are aligned to the business strategies

Security and Risk Management

Monitoring business performance, new or existing regulatory requirements and their impact on the company’s operations, market competitor analysis, and business risks
Spearheading the development and overseeing the implementation of computer security strategies and policies to ensure the business information is safeguarded against accidental or unauthorized access, modification, destruction and virus attacks

People Management

Liaising with HR and overseeing the staff development and management including promoting capacity building, effective performance management and employee engagement
Driving the formation of a strategic culture necessary to enable the company to achieve its goals and objectives
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications:

Master’s’ Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Information Technology or a related field from a recognized institution
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or related field from a recognized institution.
At least 12 years’ relevant experience, 6 of which should have been in a senior managerial role in a similar organization -ICT Solutions company
Prior commercial sales experience in closing large and complex contractual agreements is preferred
Team Management experience is mandatory – experience managing both project technical teams and Business Development teams
PMP or Prince2 certification is added advantage.
Automation experience and Agile certifications are plus more

Key Accountabilities
Construction Projects Planning and Management

Overseeing, planning, designing, defining construction projects objectives, project scope, roles, and responsibilities.
Providing oversight and direction to outside third parties (architects, engineers, construction professionals) on projects.
Developing and implementing strategies, methods, and procedures for monitoring... projects to inform management of status of each project
Managing changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
Overseeing all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress of projects
Creating and implementing an organization Property Management Manual that establishes standardized policies and procedures and best practices applicable to each project and the organization.
Negotiating construction, professional services, and draft letters of intent (LOI) for contracts and purchase with sellers.
Managing the predevelopment activities and project financing tasks of development projects, including affordable housing tax credit projects and other multi-family and mixed-use development projects.
Managing design process to ensure compliance/waiver/approval by City, government approval, financing sustainability, and design standards
Managing construction bidding/pricing process for inclusion in the final project budget required for all closings
Developing policies, procedures, and protocols aimed at providing superior advisory services to clients.
Overseeing and maintain project budgets, schedules, and other project related information and documentation utilizing standard project management tools.

Team Leadership

Managing various project and product development teams and key partnerships representatives to ensure optimal delivery on all the projects.
Leading project management teams to deliver projects that span across several different business units.
Providing leadership, strategic direction, and prioritizing initiatives focused on client services, value delivery, efficiency/cost control, project planning, and resource management.

Risk Management

Identifying and documenting risks related to the Projects services, processes, and products within the risk register.
Developing appropriate risk responses for identified risks to ensure the risks are mitigated and eliminate any possibility of recurrence.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, in architecture, business, real estate, engineering or construction management or relevant field
Master’s’ Degree in architecture, business, real estate, engineering or construction management or relevant field will be an added advantage
Certificate in Real Estate Management or any relevant professional qualification/ certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification more

Key Accountabilities

Leadership and Management 
Oversee and guide the development of activities within the Foundation and the Club by advising on statutory and regulatory requirements and supporting their successful implementation.
Developing and implementing strategies that enhance the sustainability of the Foundation and the Club.
Developing and implementing foundation and club... administration policies, systems, and controls in line with the legal and statutory guidelines and best practice.
Establishing, monitoring, and regularly evaluate the Foundation and club performance against the annual plans

Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

Developing and implementing a strategy to grow income from foundations evaluating the strategic positioning and access to funding for the foundation.
Review existing resource mobilization action plans and develop viable best practice implementation strategies to grow the foundation and club.
Set fundraising targets while monitoring and managing performance on a continuous basis
Developing and maintaining the Foundation’s database for existing, targeted, and potential partners, and keep data accurate and always updated

Branding and visibility

Ensuring team’s maximum awareness of the Foundation and Club programs and fundraising opportunities, including developing and keeping updated information on the services, success stories, projects and initiatives requiring funding.
Developing and preparing high quality written materials, writes, edits and reviews foundation and corporate grant proposals, communications, award submissions, and stewardship reporting.
Preparing proposals and reports.

Risk management and Compliance 

Developing risk strategies and manage risk as appropriate.
Identifying and documenting risks related to the Foundation and Clubservices, processes, and products within the risk register.
Developing appropriate risk responses for identified risks to ensure the risks are mitigated and eliminate any possibility of recurrence.
Reporting any occurring risks regularly to the Group Head Corporate Affairs and the Risk Division.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: 

A Bachelors/Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Marketing, Economics, Communication or Business Administration or related field.
At least eight years’ proven experience of successful networking and fundraising in at least one of the areas of: public sector partnerships, major donors, trusts/foundations or corporate fundraising.
Experience of creating and implementing a fundraising strategy for new markets
Experience and expertise in developing relationships with institutional donors, high net worth individuals and/or corporations more

Key Accountabilities
Leadership and Management

Oversee and guide the development of activities within the Foundation and the Club by advising on statutory and regulatory requirements and supporting their successful implementation.
Developing and implementing strategies that enhance the sustainability of the Foundation and the Club.
Developing and implementing foundation and club... administration policies, systems, and controls in line with the legal and statutory guidelines and best practice.
Establishing, monitoring, and regularly evaluate the Foundation and club performance against the annual plans

Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

Developing and implementing a strategy to grow income from foundations evaluating the strategic positioning and access to funding for the foundation.
Review existing resource mobilization action plans and develop viable best practice implementation strategies to grow the foundation and club.
Set fundraising targets while monitoring and managing performance on a continuous basis
Developing and maintaining the Foundation’s database for existing, targeted, and potential partners, and keep data accurate and always updated

Branding and visibility

Ensuring team’s maximum awareness of the Foundation and Club programs and fundraising opportunities, including developing and keeping updated information on the services, success stories, projects and initiatives requiring funding.
Developing and preparing high quality written materials, writes, edits and reviews foundation and corporate grant proposals, communications, award submissions, and stewardship reporting.
Preparing proposals and reports.

Risk Management and Compliance

Developing risk strategies and manage risk as appropriate.
Identifying and documenting risks related to the Foundation and Club services, processes, and products within the risk register.
Developing appropriate risk responses for identified risks to ensure the risks are mitigated and eliminate any possibility of recurrence.
Reporting any occurring risks regularly to the Group Head Corporate Affairs and the Risk Division.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors / Master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Marketing, Economics, Communication or Business Administration or related field.
At least eight years’ proven experience of successful networking and fundraising in at least one of the areas of: public sector partnerships, major donors, trusts/foundations or corporate fundraising.
Experience of creating and implementing a fundraising strategy for new markets
Proven track record of experience and expertise in developing relationships with institutional donors, high net worth individuals and/or corporations more

Key Accountabilities

Overseeing the leasing, insurance, maintenance, and repairs of laser properties to ensure that they are client ready.
Developing all new properties and ensure timely completion within the approved budgets.
Organizing and manage the available human capital within the department through training, development, and proper positioning to ensure optimal productivity and high... value services to internal and external customers by leveraging on synergies and good communication.
Coordinating all the strict cost management for properties to preserve value and ensure that the Property Services resources are managed within budget guidelines according to current legislation and regulations.
Managing the organization’s real estate development portfolio, find new potential buildings or properties to develop, and engage in contract negotiation to acquire the property
Negotiating the sale or lease of your organization’s developments and contract the appropriate services to oversee daily maintenance.
Reporting to the management and the board on the status of the Property Services performance relative to the agreed objectives and compliance expectations.
Monitoring trends, benchmarking, and external best practice to make recommendations for continuous service improvements and added value.
Directing staff in preparing for reviews by regulatory agencies, lenders and investors and attend in preparation for these inspections.
Reviewing responses to property findings or citations and ensure they are submitted to the agencies on time.
Developing and implementing the departmental annual objectives and operating plans, strategy, and budgets.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications:

At least 12 years’ relevant experience in a similar organization or function, 6 of which should have been in a senior managerial role.
Master’s’ Degree in Land Economics, Real Estate relevant field and a bachelor’s degree in Land Economics, Real Estate relevant field
Full Member of ISK (Institute of Surveyors of Kenya),
Registered Member of Estate Agents Registration Board (EARB)
Registered Member of Valuers Registration Board (VRB),
Licensed Engineer or Registered Architect, relevant professional qualification/ certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an added advantage more

Key Accountabilities

New Business Acquisition – Driving the sales process from pre-qualification to award of contract, negotiating with underwriters on benefits, rates, discounts in order to offer the client the most competitive solution.
Renewal/Retention – Client relationship management and aachieve the agreed retention rate — by offering the best solutions on scheme renewals to meet clients... expectations.
Value Addition – Provision of technical expertise in the creation of new products
Contracts Management and Compliance – Overseeing preparation of contract documents in adherence to set guidelines within stipulated timeframe.
People Management – leading a team and Driving team performance through adherence to all clients SLAs.
Reporting – Financial reporting on set monthly guidelines including but not limited to monthly income reports (new business , renewal business), proposals conversion rate etc.
Evaluation – Evaluation and monitoring to ensure team complies with all set Turnaround times on issuance of proposals, compliance to document management and deliverables required by other departments

Qualifications:

A degree in Actuarial Science/ Business related degree,
ACll certification is an added advantage
A Master ‘s degree in the above field is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Business Development – Employee Benefits more