The
Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) Limited is the
umbrella organisation of savings and credit co-operatives in Kenya whose
mission is to empower SACCOs through advocacy and provision of quality,
diversified, innovative and market-driven financial and technical services.
We have been retained by one of our clients, a leading SACCO in Nairobi to
recruit a SACCO Manager
Ref: UB/SM/01/2012
Reporting to the Sacco Management Board the job holder is responsible for day to day Sacco operations.
Purpose:
The office holder is an accountant and administrative Officer who manages the SACCO activities in collaboration with the SACCO Management Board.
Main Duties and Responsibilities;
- Responsible for
the organization’s investments and management of balanced investment
portfolio.
- Responsible for
the management, development and maintenance of a high performance team by
providing good leadership and effective supervision and guidance of staff
members under his/her charge.
- Responsible for
the organization’s financial planning, forecasting and budgeting.
- Responsible for
management of costs so as to achieve business growth as outlined in the
strategic plan
- Responsible for
supporting decision making through preparation, analysis and presentation
of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
- Ensure effective
implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
- Management of
the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally
accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of
final accounts for audit
- Prepare and
analyze on a regular basis the Sacco’s business plans, budgetary estimates
and provide explanations on variances.
- Provide support
to all other functions to enhance organizational goals. Ensure proper
planning and forecasting of Sacco operations.
- Prepare weekly,
monthly and quarterly reports on performance of the Sacco to the board.
- Ensure
compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Required Academic and professional Qualifications;
- University
Degree in Commerce/Finance /Accounting
- CPA ( K)
- Qualifications
in Sacco operations, Diploma in cooperative management, Business
Management, Micro Finance, Entrepreneurship or any other
relevant field would be an added advantage.
Other Requirements
- At least 3
years’ experience in Sacco/financial management position.
- Two years
minimum experience with a reputed Sacco at Management level.
- Age between 30 -
45 yrs.
- Computer skills
(Ms Word, Excel);
- Working
experience with Navision software is mandatory
- Strong
leadership skills and decision making ability
- Excellent
analytical skills, self drive and initiative
- Team
player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Certificate of
good conduct
Applications
can also be sent to compliance@kuscco.com or hand delivered to our offices at
KUSCCO Centre, 4th floor on Kilimanjaro Avenue, Upperhill, opposite the
Teachers Service Commission.
