Housing Finance Company of Kenya was incorporated as the premier mortgage Finance Institution in Kenya licensed under the Banking Act with the CDC and the GoK owning 60% and 40% respectively.
Principle Accountabilities
- Business planning and growth within government and quasi government institutions.
- Undertake market situation analysis to identify new business opportunities.
- Understand customers’ businesses and anticipate their requirements.
- Match customers’ needs with HFC product capabilities through presentations and proposals.
- Negotiate terms and conditions with customers to maximize revenue and profitability.
- Offer need-based solutions to meet the specific investment needs of our customers and prospects.
- Conduct joint calls with schemes and IB RMs to ensure proper management of the value chain.
- Ensure smooth deal implementation and while maintaining high levels of service quality.
- Identify opportunities for cross selling and referrals to other HFC business lines through developing a good understanding of client needs.
- Ensure the best in class in terms of quality of customer experience, sales, turnaround time and productivity standards.
- Continuously provide feedback on the acceptance of the products in the market and suggest changes that could improve uptake.
- Operational risk controls and procedures.
- Adhere to set guideline and processes to avoid mis-selling, misrepresentation, fraud and ensure adherence to customer data confidentiality principles.
- Adhere to all KYC guidelines and procedures, comply with local regulatory requirements, reflect best practices.
- Comply with all applicable money laundering prevention procedures and, in particular, report any suspicious activity to the Unit Money Laundering Prevention Officer.
- Tracking and monitoring of TAT and errors to ensure the minimum threshold is met.
Requirements
Key Competencies and Skills
- Computer /IT skills, including knowledge of Microsoft office applications e.g. Word; Excel; PowerPoint etc.
- General knowledge in banking processes.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with individuals and groups at all organization levels; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to respond to inquiries or complaints effectively and timely.
- Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; good time-management, organization, problem-prevention and problem-solving skills.
- Basic analytical ability with active listening skills.
- Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail; must have eye for details, strong ability to scrutinize and examine.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 5years’ experience in sales preferable within the Banking Industry.
- Demonstrate knowledge of banking operations.
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Demonstrate integrity and ethical standards.
- Attentive to detail.




