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Title: Product Development Manager (Ref: PDM/09/13)
Family Bank Limited is among the fastest growing commercial
banks with a countrywide branch network whose vision is to positively transform
lives by enabling people create and sustain wealth through access to flexible,
affordable financial services.
To support our growth strategy, we are looking for dynamic, proactive
professionals with strong credentials and relevant work experience to fill the
following position: Product Development Manager Ref: PDM/09/13
To support our Marketing department, we are looking for dynamic,
proactive professional with strong credentials &relevant work experience to
fill the above position.
Reporting to: Chief Marketing Manager
Liaises with Branch Management, Heads of Departments, Head
Office Managers and Branch staff
Job Purpose:
To drive and deliver excellent business performance through
continuous product development and innovation to satisfy evolving customer
needs profitably.
The Job
- Carrying out market research for new products and/or improvement of existing ones including upgrades and customization; as well as research on performance of existing products in the market
- Conceptualization and development of new products that provide a competitive edge for Family Bank whilst maximizing commercial viability.
- Preparation of documentation on products, both for internal use as well as external use
- Identification of opportunities within existing and prospective customer base of Retail, Corporate and Institutional clients to package and offer Family Bank products
- Continuous evaluation of existing products for relevance and viability
- Actively participate in preparation for product launches and post-launch support
The Person:
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field.
- Minimum of Four (4) years relevant work experience in Product Development.
- Understanding of the requisite legal framework, in particular the Banking Act and Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) prudential guidelines and clearing procedures.
- Understanding of banking Operational Risk Management (ORM) framework.
Competencies
- High level of professionalism and professional development.
- Management and leadership ability: Have excellent interpersonal and people management skills.
- Computer skills: Adept in use of Ms Word, Excel, Access, Power-Point, Internet and email.
Personal Attributes
- Personality: results oriented with excellent analytical, communication and social skills.
- A forward planner with clear focus, mature, reliable, hard working and able to work without supervision.
- Honesty and high level of integrity.
ALL applicants MUST apply online to the email
Hr@familybank.co.ke quoting the reference number and job title on the subject
line; closing date is 4th October 2013. Canvassing will automatically disqualify the
candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. “We are
an equal opportunity employer”
