Our client, Caritas Nairobi, is the aid and social development agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi. Their vision is to see a just, self-reliant and value-based society. They work in the counties of Kiambu and Nairobi to provide aid and social development services without regard to race, gender, age, social or religious backgrounds. They are currently seeking a seasoned banker with senior-level managerial experience in a microfinance institution or a bank to join their team as Deputy Director Socio-Economic Empowerment Program (SEEP).

JOB PURPOSE

The Deputy Director will oversee the Socio-Economic Empowerment Program (SEEP) in alignment with the organization's self-regulatory framework. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director will serve as the Subject Matter Expert responsible for technical decisions, strategic planning, and the day-to-day management of the Self-Help Program. The Deputy Director will also spearhead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that promote economic empowerment through self-help models.                                                                             

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Governance:

• Provide strategic direction for the SEEP Program in alignment with Caritas Nairobi’s mission and objectives.


• Develop, execute, and oversee strategic initiatives to enhance Program growth, sustainability, and impact.


• Represent SEEP in governance structures, including the Advisory Board and other Committees, to drive policy and decision-making.


• Lead risk and compliance framework development.

Program Management & Oversight:

• Oversee the execution and effectiveness of all economic empowerment initiatives within SEEP.


• Supervise Program staff, ensuring effective recruitment, orientation, and continuous professional development in collaboration with relevant officers within the department.


• Direct all monitoring, evaluation, and reporting efforts to measure Program impact and efficiency.

Financial Management & Compliance:

• Oversee the SEEP budget, institutional cost-recovery processes, and financial sustainability.


• Ensure adherence to financial policies, administrative procedures, and regulatory compliance.


• Supervise audits and financial reviews of self-help groups and overall program expenditures.

Operational Excellence & Program Development:

• Review and refine operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency and service delivery.


• Lead the design and implementation of innovative, need-based financial products and services.


• Strengthening the effectiveness of self-help groups through training, monitoring, and capacity-building initiatives.


• Develop partnerships and collaborations with key stakeholders, including other Archdiocese of Nairobi programs.

Marketing, Public Relations & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Drive branding, promotion, and marketing efforts to enhance SEEP’s visibility and outreach.


• Serve as a key liaison between SEEP, self-help groups, social development organizations, PROMIC groups, and other stakeholders.


• Promote socio-economic knowledge transfer through mentorship, training, and networking initiatives.

Reporting & Performance Monitoring:

• Ensure timely preparation of narrative, statistical, and financial reports for the Director and relevant stakeholders.


• Oversee the continuous assessment of Program effectiveness, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.


• Provide operational and financial reports in all governance meetings.

Investment & Sustainability Strategies:

• Participate in Caritas Nairobi’s Investment Committee to guide investment decisions.


• Lead the design and execution of short-term and long-term investment strategies to enhance financial sustainability.


• Develop innovative funding mechanisms to support SEEP and other Caritas Nairobi Programs.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Ensure the program meets regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.


• Oversee risk management and mitigation strategies within all program activities.


• Supervise compliance with self-regulatory framework regulations and best practices.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Mentor and develop the leadership team within SEEP, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.


• Build a strong team by ensuring staff training, performance evaluation, and career progression opportunities.


• Undertake any other duties assigned from time to time, supporting the overall objectives of the socio-economic program.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, business management or related field.


• Bachelor’s degree in finance accounting or related field.


• CPA (K) and active member of ICPAK in good standing.


• Professional certification in Banking or Accounting.


• A minimum of ten (10) years of proven managerial experience in a financial institution, preferably within micro-finance institutions and/or SACCOs.


• Solid understanding and hands-on experience in credit processes, risk management, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements relevant to financial institutions.


• Strong knowledge of social performance management and its integration within financial operations.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including well-developed presentation and interpersonal abilities.


• Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.


•  Candidates with experience in the Microfinance sector, saccos and banking are encouraged to apply.


• Understanding of table banking models will be considered an added advantage

Personal qualities

• Ethics: Ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization


• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to articulate the vision of Caritas Nairobi and communicate complex issues with clarity to a wide range of audiences


• Adaptability: Demonstrate dynamism and a willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency


• Building Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization


• Leading: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization


• Innovative: develop enterprising initiatives that add value, revenue and richness to Caritas work and its reputation

To apply, kindly send your application to [email protected] or through our ATS ATS | Flexi Personnel by 11^th August 2025 with DEPUTY DIRECTOR SOCIO-ECONOMIC EMPOWEMENT PROGRAM(SEEP) as the email subject and indicate your expected Gross salary in your application.

All applicants are advised to adhere to the application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.