Head – Project Management and Investments

KCB Bank Group

KCB Group is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. 

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Banking, Finance and investment
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KCB Bank Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute funding and investment strategies for the mortgage portfolio, including REITs, bonds, blended finance, tenant purchase schemes, security-based lending structures, and other innovative financing models.
  • Lead capital raising initiatives and establish strategic funding partnerships to support sustainable growth of the mortgage business.
  • Drive the development and implementation of affordable housing financing and delivery solutions across public and private sector developments.
  • Structure, evaluate, and monitor real estate investments and development projects, ensuring commercial viability and effective risk management.
  • Manage a portfolio of projects, providing leadership in project planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder management.
  • Monitor housing market trends, policy developments, and emerging opportunities to inform business strategy and investment decisions.
  • Provide leadership to multidisciplinary technical teams responsible for project management, valuation, construction, and real estate advisory services.
  • Develop and implement policies, frameworks, and risk management strategies that support housing and property-related investments.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, county governments, investors, development partners, and other key stakeholders within the housing ecosystem.
  • Provide expert advice and strategic insights to senior management on housing development, real estate investment, funding strategies, and market opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Quantity Surveying, Building Economics, Construction Management, or a related field from a recognized university.
  • Professional certification in Project Management, Real Estate Finance, Sustainability/Green Finance, Fundraising, Capital Raising, or a related discipline.
  • Master’s Degree (MBA, MSc, MA, or equivalent) will be an added advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience, including at least 5 years in affordable housing, real estate development, project management, housing finance, investment management, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in capital raising, transaction structuring, real estate funding, or development finance.
  • Demonstrated success in portfolio management, business development, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong understanding of affordable housing programmes, housing finance, real estate markets, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Kenyan housing sector, including market, economic, social, and demographic trends.
  • Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, communication, and strategic leadership skills.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic and commercial mindset.
  • Strong leadership and people management capability.
  • Excellent project and portfolio management skills.
  • Innovative problem-solving and solution design.
  • Strong financial, investment, and analytical capability.
  • Ability to build and manage high-level partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
  • Results-oriented with high levels of integrity and professionalism.

Method of application

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Deadline   14th of August 2026.

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