Master’s degree in any of the following; Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Agriculture, Management or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following; Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Agriculture, Management or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Advanced Management Course;
Membership to a relevant professional Body;
At least ten years’ (10) experience in a senior position in a business oriented organization, preferably a development financial institution.

Required Qualifications and experience

Master’s degree in any of the following; Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Agriculture, Management or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following; Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Agriculture, Management or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Advanced Management Course;
Membership to a relevant professional Body;
At least ten years’ (10) experience in a senior position in a business oriented organization, preferably a development financial institution.

Driving organizational vision and operational strategy;
Develop short-term and long-term growth strategies and plans;
Translate strategy into actionable goals for performance and growth;
Develop business proposals for funding, partnerships and Technical assistance;
Identifying and mapping business strengths and customer needs;
Research on new business opportunities and viable income streams;
Designs and implements business development strategies aimed at boosting the Corporation’s business volume and securing its position as the financial institution of choice for the development of the agricultural sector in Kenya;
Oversees the marketing and resource mobilization functions;
Works closely with the Government Departments, development partners and other stakeholders with a view to promoting AFC as the best institution for partnership in rural agricultural finance;
Interfaces with other institutions in the country to develop business partnerships;
Fosters a comprehensive understanding of the market needs and informs product development and pricing strategies;
Oversees research and development of new products in consultation with other departments;
Conducts surveys for business projects or development impact of the Corporation’s services;

Mid-level Financial Services Jobs in Kenya

Chief Strategy, Business Development And Planning Officer