Sacco General Manager

Overview

Our client is a Savings and Credit Co-operative (SACCO) registered with Ministry of Trade and Cooperatives. The SACCO is seeking to recruit competent personnel in the position of a General Manager.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the SACCO Board and responsible to manage and oversee the SACCO’s day to day activities and operations

Main duties and responsibilities:

• General Manager to oversee the daily general operations and drive the business development Agenda.
• Design strategy and set goals for a sustainable growth
• Develop and implement financial/budgetary system including, budgeting, accounting policies and procedure and control operational expenses
• Prepare monthly management reports – for purpose of performance appraisal.
• Responsible for staff management, recruitment, welfare and motivation.
• Drive membership recruitment for increased saving mobilization and loan portfolio
• Custodian of the business brand & image, marketing and communication policy. Share regular updates with the stakeholders.
• Custodian of the business’ property in terms of negotiating to acquire, sale, rent and lease on behalf of the business.
• Developing and implementing both short long-term strategic plans.
• Oversee quality control throughout the business in order to maximize value, identify new business opportunities, due diligence and risk management
• Develop appropriate investment management strategies that are consistent with the business.
• Develop, supervise, motivate, review and provide leadership to the office team and ensure adherence to the business policies and procedures.
• Any other role as may be determined by the Board.

Education

• Bachelors degree

Additional education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting /Finance, BBA, BCOM or any relevant course.
• Professional course in accounting is an added advantage

Experience

Additional experience

• Proven experience in similar position or similar executive role. (SACCO experience will be an added advantage).
• Has experience in planning and budgeting
• Has knowledge in business processes and functions (finance, HR, operations etc.)
• Age between 30-45 yrs.

Skills

• communication skills
• Problem-solving
• organisational
• organisational

Additional skills

• Individual with strong analytical skills and ability
• Excellent communication skills and work productivity
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Problem-solving aptitude

Terms and conditions

1. The SACCO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply
2. Only those applications that meet minimum qualifications will be considered.
3. The Board’s recruitment decision is final