The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has announced three job openings for various professionals across its departments.
In an advertisement, the bank said it is seeking to recruit a Relationship Manager, Portfolio Manager, and Corporate Credit Analyst.
- Relationship Manager- Corporate Banking
The job holder will be charged with the responsibility of establishing and deepening value-driven cordial banking relationships with key corporate clients within the target market segments.
He/she will aim to increase the Bank’s market share in Corporate Banking to achieve the profit targets as set by the bank, and work closely with product teams to identify cross-selling opportunities and undertake the preparation of analysis or credit proposals as required.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business related field: Marketing, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or any other relevant field from a recognized university.
- A minimum 5 years’ experience as a Relationship Manager managing large corporate clients.
- Knowledge of various bank’s products and services including those that are being developed.
- Knowledgeable in Trade Finance transactions and its associated processes with experience in corporate lending especially to state owned institutions.
- Experience in Corporate Mortgage and project management and other industry-associated risks evaluation and management.
- Analytical and presentation skills for pitching proposals and responses to request for proposals locations.
Interested applicants are urged to submit application to [email protected] indicating the job reference number RMCB/CIBD/2026 as the subject of the email by 20th February, 2025.
- Portfolio Manager
Reporting to the Head – Portfolio Management, the role-holder will ensure proper data is in place for loans and overdrafts as stipulated in the credit policy, lending guidelines and approval conditions.
They will ensure regular reports are received from Data Centre and liaising with branches and credit operations.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in business related field from a recognized University with at least five years working experience in Portfolio Management.
- Advanced Computer skills especially in Microsoft Office Applications as well as analytical skills.
- Advanced Skills in Models, IFRS 9 and Data Analytics
- Thorough understanding of The Credit Policy and Prudential Guidelines
- Business Development skills and Understanding of the core banking system
- Personal organization and thoroughness coupled with the ability to work under minimum supervision with good Judgment and decision-making skills.
Interested applicants are urged to submit applications to [email protected] indicating the job reference number PM/CMD/2026 by 16th February 2026.
- Head – Corporate Credit Risk Analysis
Reporting to the Director – Credit & Management Division (CMD), the Head Corporate Credit Analysis will be required to achieve and maintain a quality loan book as well as provide oversight over the analysis and approval of Corporate & Institutional Banking Division, Co-operatives Banking Division and Treasury credit proposals, as well as offer support to ensure lending growth and targets.
The role holder will ensure compliance with Bank Loan policies, lending guidelines and government regulations and will carry out the role of the Bank’s Environment and Social risk coordinator.
The role holder will also be responsible for updating the Credit Policy and social and environmental policy to reflect changes in policy as and when necessary and coordinate implementation of the same in the Bank.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business related field from a recognized university with Certification in Credit management or Analysis.
- At least 8 years’ experience in Credit Analysis 4 of which must be in a Senior/Management role within Corporate Credit Risk Analysis.
- Good knowledge of the Banking Act, Bank Operating procedures as well as business trends and thorough knowledge of CBK Lending guidelines
- Excellent Communication and report writing skills
- Superior leadership, management and co-ordination skills with the ability to influence positively and engage direct and indirect reports and peers.
- Customer focused & results oriented.
Interested and qualified candidates are urged to submit application letter enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae to [email protected] indicating the job reference number HCCRA/CMD/2026 by 28th February 2026.
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