Ubora Sacco Manager Job in Kenya

Ubora Sacco is seeking to recruit a responsible person to fill the position of: SACCO Manager

Ref UB/SM/01/2012

Reporting to the Sacco Management Board the job holder is responsible for day to day sacco operations

Purpose:

The office holder is an accountant and administrative Officer who manages the SACCO activities in collaboration with the SACCO Management Board.

Main Duties and Responsibilities;

Responsible for the organization’s investments and management of balanced investment portfolio.
Responsible for the management, development and maintenance of a high performance team by providing good leadership and effective supervision and guidance of staff members under his/her charge.
Responsible for the organization’s financial planning, forecasting and budgeting.
Responsible for management of costs so as to achieve business growth as outlined in the strategic plan
Responsible for supporting decision making through preparation, analysis and presentation of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
Ensure effective implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
Management of the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of final accounts for audit
Prepare and analyze on a regular basis the Ubora Sacco’s business plans, budgetary estimates and provide explanations on variances.
Provide support to all other functions to enhance organizational goals. Ensure proper planning and forecasting of Sacco operations.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on performance of the sacco to the board.
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Required Academic and professional Qualifications

University Degree in Commerce/Finance /Accounting
CPA(K)
Qualifications in Sacco operations, Diploma in cooperative management, Business Management, Micro Finance, Entrepreneurship or any other relevant field would be an added advantage.

Other Requirements;

At least 3 years’ experience in Sacco/financial management position.
Two years minimum experience with a reputed Sacco at Management level.
Age between 30-45yrs.
Computer skills (Ms Word, Excel);
Working experience with Navision software is mandatory
Strong leadership skills and decision making ability
Excellent analytical skills, self drive and initiative
Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Certificate of good conduct

Applications with copies of certificates, curriculum vitae and testimonials in a plain envelope and quoting the above reference should be addressed to:

The Chairman, Ubora sacco
P.O. Box 54974 — 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

So as to reach him on or before 20th January 2012.

Electronic applications must be sent to: uborasacco@gmail.com.