Regional General Manager – North EasternNew!

Description (Public)

Equity Bank Kenya is hiring a Regional General Manager – North Eastern to oversee branch network operations, drive regional financial performance, and expand financial inclusion, across commercial banking operations in Nairobi. The position is based in Nairobi.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Driving the overall operational and financial performance of branch networks in the region.
Formulating and executing regional business growth strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
Managing credit risk, loan portfolio quality, and non-performing asset recovery efforts.
Fostering strategic relationships with local business leaders, government, and community stakeholders.
Ensuring strict compliance with banking regulations, risk management policies, and internal controls.
Leading, mentoring, and developing branch managers and regional executive teams.
Expanding financial inclusion initiatives, agency banking networks, and digital channel adoption.
Overseeing customer service standards and resolution of high-level customer escalation issues.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
Master's degree or relevant professional banking qualification (e.g. CPA-K, AKIB) is highly preferred.
Minimum of ten (10) years of banking experience, with at least five (5) years at a senior management level.
Proven track record of managing large branch networks and driving regional business profitability.

Skills & Competencies:

Strategic leadership and commercial business acumen in commercial banking.
Deep expertise in credit risk management, financial analysis, and portfolio governance.
Strong team building, performance management, and executive coaching abilities.
High-level stakeholder management and public relations capability.
In-depth knowledge of Central Bank of Kenya regulations and banking legal frameworks.