KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Grantmaking and Portfolio Management


Grants Strategy and Design

Develop and update the CSI grantmaking framework, eligibility criteria, and focus areas aligned to strategic priorities.
Design thematic or open grant calls to support community, youth, and enterprise development goals.


Grant Application and Intake Management

Manage the grant application process for both unsolicited proposals from the public and referrals submitted through KCB Group branches.
Provide clear guidelines, application materials, and technical assistance to applicants.
Maintain a responsive, transparent, and inclusive approach to applicant engagement.


Evaluation and Selection

Lead the technical and financial review of grant applications, conducting due diligence and site assessments where needed.
Coordinate review processes with internal committees, ensuring alignment with policy and funding criteria.
Recommend grantees for approval and support contracting and onboarding.


Disbursement and Contract Management

Draft and manage grant agreements in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
Oversee disbursement schedules, milestone tracking, and partner compliance.


Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

Monitor grantee performance and progress against project goals.
Work with M&E staff to gather data, document lessons learned and produce reports for internal and external stakeholders.


Risk and Compliance Oversight

Ensure adherence to grant conditions, financial management standards, and reporting requirements.
Identify and mitigate risks across the grant's portfolio.




Fundraising and Resource Mobilization


Proposal Development and Partner Engagement

Develop compelling funding proposals to donors and partners to expand the CSI portfolio.
Engage with philanthropic, bilateral, and multilateral donors for co-funding and long-term partnerships.


Donor Stewardship and Reporting

Maintain strong relationships with funders through timely reporting, updates, and accountability processes.
Ensure grant compliance across donor-funded projects under the CSI portfolio.




Shared Value and Strategic Alignment


Shared Value Integration

Identify opportunities where CSI grants can create value for both communities and the Bank.
Collaborate with KCB business units to align grants with enterprise goals.


Stakeholder Engagement and Internal Alignment
Conduct outreach and sensitization forums with regional and branch teams to enhance visibility and uptake of CSI grants.
Provide training and guidance to staff on how to support high-quality grant referrals and community engagement.


MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional


Education Bachelor’s Degree gained from a recognized institution.    RQ
Professional Qualifications    Community Development     AA     
Professional Qualifications    Financial Services/ Banking Experience     AA     
Master’s Degree    A master’s degree in any related field is an added advantage.     AA     


Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience Required


5 years


Detail     Minimum[2] No of Years Need Type


Grant management 5    ES
Project management 4    ES
Budget management 2    AA
Relationship management 3    ES
Data and information analytics  3    ES
Stakeholder management 3    ES