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Hi, I’m

Ericah Kiptoo

SPHRi
Nairobi

Summary

Talented HR Advisor focused on developing efficient processes using knowledge of recruiting employee relations training and development and auditing. Highly efficient professional well established in administrative environments that are fast-paced and challenging.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

National Bank of Kenya

Human Resource Business Advisor
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Conducting job evaluations
  • Advising managers on recruitment and selection strategies.
  • Onboarding new staff.
  • Negotiating terms and conditions of employment with staff
  • Providing advice and playing major role in work reviews and change processes
  • Updating and maintaining HR Information System data
  • Write and present information briefings on a range of HR related topics.
  • Advising on staff development
  • Contributing to continuous improvement of HR systems and practices
  • Consulting on issues related to workplace relations and performance management.
  • Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures, legislation, and enterprise agreements
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Provided professional services and support dynamic work environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.

National Bank of Kenya

Corporate Banking Planning Administrator
10.2019 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • 254)
  • Undertake diverse administrative tasks for Director, Corporate Banking primarily managing calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; managing correspondence; coordinating travel, itineraries, and agendas.
  • Coordinate and support Human Resources on Corporate staff induction, performance management, leave management and trainings.
  • Identify and communicate issues related to workplace relations and performance management.
  • Manage Director's diary and appointments.
  • Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to Director and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
  • Facilitate seamless communication between office of Director, Corporate Banking and internal divisions.
  • Update Director, Corporate Banking on upcoming commitments and responsibilities, and follow up as appropriate.
  • Participate as adjunct member of Divisional Management Committee including assisting in scheduling, coordinating and attending all meetings.
  • Draft communication and responses from Director, Corporate Banking to external stake holders
  • Maintain staff and customer confidence and ensure confidentiality of information.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Carry out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Actively listen to customers, handle concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.

Support Manager
01.2016 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Verify daily reconciliations on inward suspense are performed and exceptions reviewed to avoid financial and reputational loss to bank.
  • Enhance workforce performance and ensure every staff in inward clearing performance meets expected and forecasted standard.
  • Manage Call-back team to ensure high standard customer service and enhance service delivery culture within unit.
  • Escalate, manage risk and ensure Bank Control and Risk policies are adhered.
  • Manage and ensure planned changes in our Inward clearing processes are delivered, implemented on time and within budget.
  • Prepare and deliver daily Inward clearing dashboard and provide reports to Senior Management.
  • Manage capacity building activities for new processes, implementation teams and continuous improvements on existing processes.
  • Manage and evaluate staff Key performance Indicators and mid and end year performance reviews.
  • Execute and manage training, guidance, coaching, mentorship and development of staff to bring out best in each team member.
  • Continuous automation of process and documentation
  • Assessed personnel performance and implemented incentives and team-building events to boost morale.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Maintained current and compliant financial records, monitoring and addressing variances through detailed analyses.
  • Established and implemented training programs to maximize team performance.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems
  • Assessed previous resolutions to uncover deficiencies in coverage and develop improvements.
  • Prepared employee schedules for maximum coverage during key hours
  • Monitored employee and customer interactions to assess quality of service.
  • Interpreted management directives to define and document administrative staff processes.
  • Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
  • Tracked and documented metrics and evaluated trends.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Trained and developed personnel to improve safety, employee relations and resolve accounts excess oversight issues.
  • Implemented Debicheque and Sybrin process improvement initiatives within department.
  • Supervised site investigations reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
  • Reviewed established policies and procedures to take on temporary leadership positions, motivate employees and facilitate smooth operations.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Increased operational efficiency by developing improved filing systems for confidential client records and reports.
  • Supervised staff of 11 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.

National Bank of Kenya

Clearing and settlement operations analyst
01.2011 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Validating all cheques, customer vouchers and static data input to ensure conformity to the laid down controls and statutes
  • Ensuring that KYC is complied with according to the laid down instructions
  • Maintains financial security by following internal controls
  • Comply with Kenya Bankers Association rules and regulations and keeping up to date with changes of the same
  • Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential
  • Participating in decision making through departmental meetings' attendance alongside working towards self- motivation aspects and strong identification with the company objectives
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

National bank

Cashier
07.2010 - 04.2011

Job overview

  • Kakamega , Kenya (+254)
  • Identified sales opportunities and referred customers to branch partners in financial services
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions, and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

National Bank of Kenya

Credit analyst
01.2010 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements
  • Minimized accounts receivable collections and reconciled customer billings and statements
  • Placed customer accounts on hold due to past due payments
  • Improved understanding of financial statements, which helped in assessing risk
  • Reviewed customer files on regular basis to make sure receivables were in sound condition
  • Contacted customers and requested financial documentation
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.

World Vision International

People and Culture Administrative Assistant
08.2008 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • People and culture (, Organizing workshops and trainings for East Africa region
  • Coordination and facilitating “training of trainers”
  • Assist in developing strategic training and mentorship plans for East Africa Region staff
  • Organizing and coordinating staff events e.g
  • Team buildings, annual staff conferences
  • Providing Logistics for international staff e.g
  • Travel itinerary, and hotel bookings
  • Leading, Scheduling and coordinating daily and weekly staff devotions for east Africa head office staff
  • Making monthly reports and minutes during workshop and meetings
  • Providing administrative support for world vision east Africa Christian
  • Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers
  • Updated executives on changing business needs by thoroughly documenting internal and client meetings
  • Gathered documents, data and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review

Eldoret College of Accountants

Lecturer • Lecturer
05.2008 - 10.2008

Job overview

  • Eldoret
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
  • Provided appropriate learning materials for students
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
  • Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge
  • Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.

Electoral Commission of Kenya

Deputy Presiding Officer
08.2007 - 12.2007

Job overview

  • Currently IEBC
  • Conduct training on the polling, counting and tallying process for the clerks
  • Collect and ensure security of all election materials for the General election
  • Oversee efficient and effective management of the election before, during and after of election
  • Ensure the good conduct of elections in the polling station or tallying center as assigned
  • Counting, tallying and announcement of provisional results in the polling station and sending the same through online transmission to the National and Constituency tallying centers
  • Ensure safe custody all entrusted documents during the General Elections, document hand over of all election materials and equipment to RO after the General Election

Polling Clerk and, registration clerk
01.2001 - 01.2003

Job overview

  • Currently IEBC
  • Et up polling booths (this will require some lifting)
  • Prepare the polling station for the opening of poll
  • Keep the polling station neat and tidy
  • Check and mark voters' electoral numbers in the register of electors and on the corresponding numbers lists
  • Issue ballot papers to voters
  • Ensure that voters cast their votes in secret and put them into the correct ballot box
  • Help voters where appropriate, including helping those that have physical difficulties in accessing the Polling Station
  • Undertake any other polling station duties on the instruction of the Presiding Officer
  • At the close of poll, the Poll Clerk is required to help the Presiding Officer to dismantle the polling station and ensure the building is returned to good order

Education

College of Human Resource Management
HRCi Professional Certification

SPHRi
09.2022 - 04.2023

African Nazarene University

MBA from Business Administration, Human Resources
09.2019 - Current

University Overview

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Moi University

BBM from Human Resources Management
01.2005 - 05.2008

University Overview

Awarded 2nd Class Honors Upper Division

Secondary School

Kenya Certificate
01.1998 - 05.2001

National Bank of Kenya - National Bank Building

Cashiering Training: Cash Management
01.2011 - 04.2011

World vision Kenya -Graduate Internship Program
10.2008 - 05.2009

University Overview

World Vision Kenya - Karen -On-the

Skills

Human Resource Management Systems

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Affiliations

Associate Member of Institute of Human Resources Management Full Member-Kenya Institute of Management

Timeline

Human Resource Business Advisor

National Bank of Kenya
10.2022 - Current

College of Human Resource Management

SPHRi
09.2022 - 04.2023

Corporate Banking Planning Administrator

National Bank of Kenya
10.2019 - 10.2022

African Nazarene University

MBA from Business Administration, Human Resources
09.2019 - Current

Support Manager

01.2016 - 01.2019

Clearing and settlement operations analyst

National Bank of Kenya
01.2011 - 01.2015

National Bank of Kenya - National Bank Building

Cashiering Training: Cash Management
01.2011 - 04.2011

Cashier

National bank
07.2010 - 04.2011

Credit analyst

National Bank of Kenya
01.2010 - 06.2010

World vision Kenya -Graduate Internship Program
10.2008 - 05.2009

People and Culture Administrative Assistant

World Vision International
08.2008 - 01.2010

Lecturer • Lecturer

Eldoret College of Accountants
05.2008 - 10.2008

Deputy Presiding Officer

Electoral Commission of Kenya
08.2007 - 12.2007

Moi University

BBM from Human Resources Management
01.2005 - 05.2008

Polling Clerk and, registration clerk

01.2001 - 01.2003

Secondary School

Kenya Certificate
01.1998 - 05.2001
Ericah KiptooSPHRi