Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of the Stanbic Bank Kenya Foundation, championing transformational philanthropic initiatives that create lasting impact within communities. This role is central to engaging and empowering communities through inclusive programmes, partnerships, and advocacy. It involves overseeing programme development, resource mobilization, and strategic alignment to ensure coherence and effectiveness. As the Foundation’s external ambassador, the role fosters meaningful relationships and amplifies the Foundation’s voice to drive positive social change.

Through strategic collaboration and advocacy, the role ensures that the Foundation remains a trusted and impactful force for positive change.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Social Sciences

Experience Required
CSI Development

3 - 4 years

Strong knowledge in managing project budgets, managing funding from a diversity of sources including governments and aid agencies, private sector donors.Proven experience of working with government and research institutes.Basic knowledge of finance and accounting systems

5 – 7 years

Experience in working in NGO’s, charitable foundation or small or medium business. Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniques including demonstrated understanding of development issues.Sound knowledge in the political, social and economic and historic environment. Understanding the project cycle managementExcellent understanding of development partnerships, donor strategies, governmental and international relations.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

Visionary ThinkingDeveloping StrategiesEmbracing ChangePassionInspirationalUnderstanding PeopleValuing Individuals

Technical Competencies:

Financial Acumen & ManagementRisk ManagementFundraisingStrategic Planning and ReportingWritten Communication