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Ken Mutuma Gitije

Ken Mutuma Gitije

Banker
Nairobi,30

Summary

I am skilled branch manager with demonstrated success in coordinating team and financial activities. Friendly and adaptable professional with remarkable leadership and program management skills. I have been successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. I am a strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. I am a motivated bank manager passionate about providing excellent customer service and exceeding expectations. I am a talented professional well-versed in service marketing and credit offerings. I inspire staff loyalty through strong leadership and communication skills. I am self-motivated with knowledge in sales and branch management, loan management and general bank operations. Extensive knowledge of banking products and services as well as business development and marketing. Personable leader with impressive customer service skills.

I have detailed knowledge of banking procedures and policy principles at various levels. I am knowledgeable and competent about branch banking in areas that include personal banking, premium banking, business and corporate banking. I am conversant with both KYC and AML policies. I can take the initiative about improving operations and responding to client demands. I am an effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills with ability to create and drive a high-performance culture .I am adept at establishing and maintaining strong business relationships and harnessing new and existing opportunities to grow the business. I have outstanding ability to work comfortably and efficiently within a challenging, changing, and high stress environment while exercising flexibility and teamwork. I am a skilled problem solver, able to effectively handle difficult situations. I have acquired ability to prepare and interpret financial statements. I have acquired leadership and managerial abilities over more than 16 years’ experience in a busy financial environment. I am results-driven experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. I am well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. I am meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Branch Manager

National Bank of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2018 - Current
  • Assessed expansion plans and presented costs to forecast trends and recommend changes.
  • Boosted branch sales by developing and deepening customer loyalty through incentive programs.
  • Developed and delivered polished sales presentations in order to highlight product and service quality.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Compiled database of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements and other financial information.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Evaluated applications against outline specifications to approve, reject or recommend adjustments files.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Generated dramatic improvements across entire sales cycle.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Expanded territory by negotiating beneficial deals for principle product sales, distribution and service.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent and skill set.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking.
  • Developed business strategies to deliver performance and growth and profitability targets of the branch
  • Managed all branch staff and resources to ensure excellent efficiency and effectiveness levels.
  • Lead the performance management process for all branch staff


Branch Operations Manager

National Bank of Kenya
Nyeri,Nairobi, Kenya
01.2015 - 02.2018
  • Oversaw customer service delivery, maintenance and improvement of operational standards to address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly by ensuring quick turnaround time.
  • Assisted in the achievement of Branch business growth targets & Branch Financial Management to enhance productivity
  • Oversaw the cash management and repatriation process to ensure timely provision of cash to the branch and remittance of excess cash from the branch to minimize the risk of having excess cash in the branch
  • Managed all risks and maintained the bank’s control standards to ensure compliance with regulatory and policy requirements with regards to branch operations
  • Oversaw regular spot checks on teller cash, treasury cash and securities and handling any issues arising as per policy to minimize fraudulent transactions
  • Trained employees on proper procedures and strategies to improve productivity.
  • Performed monthly compliance checks.
  • Implemented new organizational strategies to strengthen filing systems for billing, receiving and delivery reports to optimize processes.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Produced reports outlining financial data to assist management with making strategic plans and operational decisions.
  • Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings and uphold strict compliance.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Complied with Bank Secrecy Act, Anti Money Laundering, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act.
  • Uncovered and resolved strategic and tactical issues impacting sales management and business operations.

Forex Assistant/Back office Executive/Branch Systems Administrator

National Bank of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Managed customers through the different types of foreign currency transactions services .
  • Analysis of applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting Guarantees and LCs
  • Reconciliation of various bank suspense accounts
  • Managing relationships in order to protect the bank’s exposure and maximize returns in a manner consistent with business strategy and in compliance with the bank’s foreign currency dealing policy
  • Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly financial statements for management use on strict deadlines
  • Validation of branch’s quarterly results through accounts reviews against forecasts, budgets and business expectations
  • This entails preparation of Profit and expense reports with explanations for variances from the budget
  • Participation in the entire supplier payments process including both internal and external correspondences
  • Management of branch inventory levels by ordering and issuing stock to various departments
  • Verifying that proper procedures and policies are being followed while processing and posting vouchers
  • Maintained inventory for back-office supplies, computers and work-stations.
  • Maintained daily updated calendars to assist management team in scheduling associates and external customers for meetings.
  • Reviewed reports on organization's financial health in conjunction with accounting department.
  • Teamed with IT department to address technology issues and shortfalls.
  • Maintained office services by organizing office operations and procedures, preparing payroll and controlling correspondence.
  • Achieved financial objectives by preparing annual budget, scheduling expenditures and analyzing variances.
  • Kept management informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports, summarizing information and identifying trends.
  • Managed invoices from vendors to assist accounting department in reducing annual expenses.
  • Performed database management and analysis of business functions and processes.
  • Supervised team of 5+ clerical staff to guide overall strategic direction of office.
  • Provided historical reference by defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval, transfer and disposal of records.
  • Analyzed research on trends in marketplace and reported to management on areas of improvement or change.

Cash team leader/ Chief Teller/Teller

National Bank of Kenya
Nakuru, Nakuru
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Managing teller station cash balances, vault records, and cash supply
  • Overseeing of large cash transactions, internal/external currency transfers
  • Ensured daily balancing of each teller station at close of business and all monies secured according to procedure
  • Training of staff regarding compliance of bank policies, laws and regulations
  • Overseeing high-quality operation of branch environment (ATMs, teller equipment, etc.)
  • ATM Custodian and ATM cash daily reconciliation
  • Backup for branch platform operations (new accounts, safe deposit)
  • Handling of bank account mandates and branch cash holding limits
  • Continuously identifying new businesses for the bank products at the branch while ensuring active cross selling in retail and corporate business development areas and participating in marketing drives
  • Front-office service delivery which included handling debit cards applications, issuing bankers cheques and interim statements.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Created teller schedule to keep weekly and weekend shifts properly staffed.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Handled various accounting transactions.
  • Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.

Customer service Executive

National Bank of Kenya
Nakuru, Kenya
06.2006 - 02.2007
  • Dealt with customer requests and complaints expeditiously.
  • Identified new businesses for the bank products at the branch while ensuring active cross selling in retail and corporate business development areas and participating in marketing.
  • Established and monitored customer service standards by employing recognized and comprehensive benchmarks.
  • Tracked results of various promotional campaigns by gathering feedback from customers and recommended areas of improvement.
  • Provided company information and policies to customers upon inquiry and answered questions via phone, email or online chat.
  • Escalated critical customer issues to supervisor immediately to avoid lost revenue and canceled policies.
  • Solicited customer engagement in loyalty programs to enhance company revenue generation.
  • Maintained accurate and current customer account data with manual forms processing and digital information updates.
  • Marketed additional products and services complementing customers' current offerings and adding value.
  • Assessed customer service trends and evaluated complaints to determine areas in need of enhancement and align teams to better meet customer demands.
  • Developed working relationships with internal and external customers while assisting with account management duties.

Head Teacher &Mathematics, Business Education &English Teacher

St Bonaventure Secondary school Meru,Maua Girls High School
Meru, Kenya
01.2005 - 04.2006
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives and to ensure the proper running of the school programmes.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
  • Developed and implemented schemes of work and lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized plans as part of integrated classroom.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.


Accounts Assistant

AZIKON (K) LTD
Nairobi, Kenya
08.2004 - 10.2004
  • Maintained all bank accounts to ensure enough cash flow, accurate records and good relationship with banks.
  • Reviewed figures, postings and documents for correct entry, completeness and accuracy.
  • Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Prepared itemized statements, bills or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
  • Completed weekly check runs and maintained accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions into accounting system.
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
  • Completed financial reports to inform managers and stakeholders.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation for financial department procedures to facilitate new employee training.
  • Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
  • Assisted management with finalization of annual expense plans.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture

Certified Public Accountant Part II Section IV - undefined

Bachelor of Education - Arts-Mathematics &Economics

Moi University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E - undefined

X) Seminary B

PHD - Business Administration

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture &Technology

Skills

Sales professional

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Affiliations

Banking Induction course Cashiers/Passing clerk course Bank Operations course Customer service course Systems Administration course Team Building Branch operations manager’s course Leadership and management Further details

Accomplishments

  • Increased monthly revenue by 40% through implementation of strategic initiatives.
  • Improved loan production by 115% in a span of 3years.
  • Received the “best branch in customer excellence Award” for exemplary performance and recognition for being the best branch in customer growth and service.
  • Repeatedly received recognition from superiors for excellence in service.
  • Supervised a successful team of 12 staff members.

Interests

I am an Avid book reader on various topics

Work Availability

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Timeline

Branch Manager

National Bank of Kenya
02.2018 - Current

Branch Operations Manager

National Bank of Kenya
01.2015 - 02.2018

Forex Assistant/Back office Executive/Branch Systems Administrator

National Bank of Kenya
01.2012 - 01.2014

Cash team leader/ Chief Teller/Teller

National Bank of Kenya
01.2007 - 01.2012

Customer service Executive

National Bank of Kenya
06.2006 - 02.2007

Head Teacher &Mathematics, Business Education &English Teacher

St Bonaventure Secondary school Meru,Maua Girls High School
01.2005 - 04.2006

Accounts Assistant

AZIKON (K) LTD
08.2004 - 10.2004

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture

Certified Public Accountant Part II Section IV - undefined

Bachelor of Education - Arts-Mathematics &Economics

Moi University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E - undefined

X) Seminary B

PHD - Business Administration

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture &Technology
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